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How-Tos & Tutorials 14 min read

International Texting Made Easy – A Complete Guide

In the ever-evolving global environment, the ability to communicate efficiently can be a challenge. Neil Papworth, in 1992 sent the world’s first text message. Today, 28 years later, there might...
by Jul 16, 2021
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Technology 25 min read

Top 21 Wi-Fi Calling Apps for Free International Calls

In this article, we will take a look at some of the best Wi-Fi calling apps and how they rank against each other. “Hi, mom! Just wanted to wish you...
by Jul 14, 2021
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How-Tos & Tutorials 23 min read

How to Make International Calls? A Complete Guide

In this article, we will look at how to make international calls, country calling codes around the world, how to block international calls on various devices, and more. Sometimes, it...
by Jul 14, 2021
How-Tos & Tutorials 11 min read

How to Stop Robocalls and Spam Calls : A Complete Guide

Are you struggling to cope with all the robocalls and spam calls you get on your mobile or landline phone? Use technology to stop the unwanted annoyance of robocalls and...
by Jun 30, 2021
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How-Tos & Tutorials 10 min read

How to Transfer My Mobile Number to Another Network

You’ve updated your phone, or your mobile contract has come to an end, and you’ve found an attractive deal. And you’re now wondering how to transfer your mobile number to...
by Jun 16, 2021
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Technology 14 min read

App Vs. Sim Vs. Calling Cards – What’s the Best Option for Cheap International Calls?

Today, the world is connected more than ever with virtually endless international calling options. People are constantly moving around from one country to another, and it’s not only about getting...
by Jun 9, 2021
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Technology 7 min read

A Brief History of SMS – All You Need to Know

Text message (SMS), the technology that spawned the language of shortcut spellings and punctuation signs, is more than 2 decades old. Communication and information technologies have rapidly evolved over the...
by May 31, 2021
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How-Tos & Tutorials 7 min read

How to Call India ? International Calling Handbook

We want to make staying connected with your loved ones as easy as possible, so we’ve put together an International Calls Handbook on all you need to know about making...
by May 31, 2021
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Global Top-ups How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

How to Set Up Auto Top-Up for International Mobile Top-Ups on Talk Home App

If you regularly send mobile credit to family abroad using the Talk Home App, you’ve probably experienced this. Life gets busy, the week passes quickly, and suddenly your family calls...
by Apr 13, 2026
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How to Turn On VoLTE HD Voice on Samsung Galaxy Devices

You ever been on a call and it just sounds… off? Like the other person’s voice is muffled, cutting out, or doing that weird robot thing. Or the call drops...
by Apr 2, 2026
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How-Tos & Tutorials 6 min read

How to Enable VoLTE on Your Android Smartphone for Better Calls

You ever been on a call and thought… “Why does this sound like a walkie-talkie from 2008?” Or worse. The call connects… then drops. You try again… same story. And...
by Mar 27, 2026

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Best 5G Networks for Gaming
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The Best 5G Mobile Networks for Online Gaming in the UK

EE is currently the strongest all-round UK mobile network for online gaming. Independent testing published in early 2026 placed EE first for gaming experience, reliability and overall network performance. Three...
by Jul 31, 2026
VoLTE vs 3G Battery Drain
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Comparing Battery Drain on VoLTE vs Traditional 3G Networks

VoLTE will usually be the more efficient option on a modern smartphone with strong 4G coverage. It lets the phone make calls over the 4G network instead of dropping back...
by Jul 29, 2026
Standalone vs Non-Standalone 5G
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Standalone 5G vs Non-Standalone 5G: What UK Users Need to Know

Non-Standalone 5G uses 5G radio equipment while still relying partly on the older 4G network behind the scenes. Standalone 5G goes further. It uses a dedicated 5G core, so the...
by Jul 28, 2026

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Unlimited Data for £19.66: Watch FIFA World Cup Without Data Worries

1966 was history. £19.66 is your 2026 World Cup data deal. Talk Home Mobile’s limited-time Unlimited Data plan gives you the freedom to stream matches, watch highlights, follow live scores,...
by Jun 16, 2026
Christmas Sim Only Deals
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Talk Home’s Christmas SIM Only Deals 2025 

Ah, Christmas. The one time of year when we all pretend we are organised, yet somehow we still end up in a packed shopping centre at 10 p.m. buying whatever...
by Dec 11, 2025
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Talk Home’s Black Friday SIM Only Deals 2025 

Black Friday 2025 Is Here! Black Friday is finally here — and this year, it’s bigger, better, and more exciting than ever for mobile users across the UK. What was...
by Nov 24, 2025

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UK Roaming Caps
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Comparing International Roaming Caps Across UK Mobile Providers

A roaming cap is the maximum amount of your UK data allowance that you can use abroad before extra charges, restrictions or add-ons kick in. It matters because a plan...
by Jul 31, 2026
Local SIM vs UK Roaming
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Local SIM Card vs UK Roaming: What Travellers Need to Know

The better option usually comes down to one thing: how long you are going away. For a weekend in Paris or four days in Barcelona, UK roaming is normally easier....
by Jul 24, 2026
European Roaming Speed Comparison
Travel 6 min read

Comparing Data Speeds When Roaming on European Partner Networks

Roaming data speed is the performance you get when your UK SIM connects to a mobile network abroad. Your provider does not own every mast in France, Spain or Italy....
by Jul 24, 2026