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How-Tos & Tutorials 4 min read

User Guide: Make Cheap Calls to France

If you are relocating to France, have a second residence there, or often travel to France for work, you might need to know how to call France for any reason....
by Nov 21, 2022
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How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

Make Cheap Calls to Zimbabwe – An Ultimate Guide

Calling a mobile or landline number in Zimbabwe might be tough if you are unfamiliar with the procedure. As each country has its own set of rules and regulations regarding...
by Nov 20, 2022
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How-Tos & Tutorials 6 min read

A Simple Guide to Find the IMEI Number on Mobile Phones

Before we start the topic, let us tell you what an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number is? It is a 15-digit number that serves as the unique identity for...
by Nov 18, 2022
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Technology 13 min read

WeChat Alternatives Revealed: Discover the Best 15 Options

When it comes to multiple functionalities in one app, WeChat beats all competitors because it offers more than any other messaging app. But what features do alternative apps to WeChat...
by Nov 17, 2022
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Technology 10 min read

VPN Explained: What is Mobile VPN and How Can I Use It?

A mobile VPN (Virtual Private Network) gives users anonymity and online privacy by creating a protected network connection while they use the internet. Using a VPN will make it difficult...
by Nov 15, 2022
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Technology 14 min read

Best Phablets: Which Phablet Should You Buy?

Typical and average smartphones can deliver the usual experience, but they have drawbacks that kill the joy. For example, if you want to watch videos on your smartphone, the screen...
by Nov 11, 2022
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How-Tos & Tutorials 7 min read

2 Cost-effective Ways to Make Cheap International Calls to Nigeria

Most Nigerians do not have a stable internet connection, so If you are one of the hundreds of thousands of Nigerians living in the UK and USA today, you would...
by Sep 30, 2022
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5G Technology 7 min read

5G MVNO: Opportunities and Challenges for the Technology

5G is a revolutionary technology. Not only is it changing the game throughout various industries, but it is also pushing the limits of what’s possible. From efficient and fast data...
by Sep 28, 2022
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How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

How to Remove Your Number From a Spam List

You call someone you know and they don’t answer. A few minutes later, they text: “Your number is showing as spam.” Brilliant. You haven’t been running a scam operation. You...
by Sep 14, 2026
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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-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

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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5G 6 min read

Why Does Your Phone Still Show a Foreign Network After Returning to the UK? 

You’ve landed back in Britain. Passport control done. Bag collected. You look at your phone and somehow it still says the name of the foreign network you were using abroad....
by Sep 3, 2026
Why 5G Can Feel Like 4G
5G 6 min read

What Is Dynamic Spectrum Sharing and Why Can 5G Feel Like 4G?

Dynamic Spectrum Sharing, usually shortened to DSS, lets a mobile network run 4G and 5G on the same block of spectrum. Instead of switching an entire frequency band from LTE...
by Sep 1, 2026
Can a Phone Case Affect 5G
5G 6 min read

Can a Phone Case Reduce 5G Signal or Speed?

Yes, a phone case can reduce 5G signal or speed, but most ordinary plastic, silicone or leather cases are unlikely to make a dramatic difference. The bigger troublemakers are cases...
by Sep 1, 2026

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Key Events 10 min read

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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VPN & Roaming Charges
Travel 6 min read

Does a VPN Prevent Mobile Roaming Charges?

No. A VPN does not prevent mobile roaming charges. Even if your VPN says you’re connected to London while you’re physically sitting in Dubai, your mobile provider still knows that...
by Sep 7, 2026
In-Flight Roaming Costs
Travel 6 min read

What Is In-Flight Mobile Roaming and How Is It Charged?

Some aircraft have an actual mobile phone network onboard. Not Wi-Fi. A cellular network. On supported flights, your normal SIM can connect to that onboard system much like it connects...
by Sep 7, 2026
Travel 5 min read

Can Emergency Calls Work Abroad After Your Roaming Bundle Expires?

In many cases, yes. An expired roaming data or call bundle does not necessarily stop your phone from reaching emergency services. Emergency calling is treated differently from ordinary paid mobile...
by Sep 3, 2026