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VOIP Latency
Technology 6 min read

VOIP Latency – It’s Impact & Ways to Resolve It

Do you know that latency plays a great role in ensuring that your communication is smooth and uninterrupted? In a layman’s tongue, latency is the delay in sending and receiving...
by Mar 15, 2024
you have been blocked from originating messages error
How-Tos & Tutorials 8 min read

You Have Been Blocked From Originating Messages: Causes and Solutions

The development in the telecommunications sector has helped to enhance user experience significantly on a global level. People from all corners of the world can effectively connect through improved network...
by Mar 8, 2024
Accidentally Reported Text as Junk
How-Tos & Tutorials 9 min read

Recovering Texts 101: Accidentally Reported Text as Junk

While the “Report Junk” feature saves us from the inconvenience of receiving various unwanted messages, it can be highly confusing at times. Last year, spam texts were estimated to cost...
by Mar 6, 2024
Mobile Network State Disconnected
How-Tos & Tutorials 10 min read

Mobile Network State Disconnected: Demystifying the Error

Staying connected is everything these days. With the rollout of 5G, our phones have basically gotten superpowers for talking and sharing. But let’s be real—tech can be glitchy. Enter one...
by Mar 5, 2024
what is hspa+
Technology 7 min read

Evolved High-Speed Packet Access: An Overview

Since the inception of smartphones, mobile networks have significantly evolved to effectively meet the rising demands of the general public. The need for constant speed and performance upgrades influenced the...
by Mar 4, 2024
this number is no longer in service
How-Tos & Tutorials 9 min read

What Does “This Number is No Longer in Service” Mean? 

You dial your phone to call somebody and instead of the ring, you get a robotic voice indicating that this number is no longer in service. It is weird because...
by Feb 29, 2024
ported number not receiving calls
How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

Ported Number Not Receiving Calls? Unveiling The Reasons & Solutions

Porting numbers are very common and beneficial for anyone who wants to upgrade their network with better quality and fast data speed. With no hassle of changing your number and...
by Feb 28, 2024
Why Am I Still Receiving Calls and SMS on Airplane Mode
How-Tos & Tutorials 4 min read

Why Am I Still Receiving Calls and SMS on Airplane Mode [Answered]

Need a real digital break? First move: slap your phone into airplane mode. But wait—why did a call still slip through? Don’t trip, we’ve got the answers. Airplane mode’s whole...
by Feb 26, 2024
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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
enable volte on android
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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stop data draining apps
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How to Stop Apps from Draining Your 50GB Data Allowance?

A 50GB plan sounds generous, but it can vanish when apps refresh, stream and upload in the background. In our testing, “mystery data loss” usually comes from a small set...
by Apr 30, 2026
how to convert 4g sim to 5g
5G 6 min read

The Process to Convert from 4G to 5G on Your Current UK SIM

At some point, you’ve probably noticed it. Someone’s phone shows 5G. Yours doesn’t. And you’re thinking… hold on, am I missing something here? Then your brain goes off on one....
by Apr 21, 2026
fix indoor signals with wi-fi caliing
5G 7 min read

How to Use Wi-Fi Calling to Fix Indoor Mobile Signal Issues

There is nothing more annoying than having perfectly decent Wi-Fi at home but a bad phone signal at the exact time when you need to take a call. You move...
by Apr 17, 2026

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Christmas Sim Only Deals
Key Events 7 min read

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
black friday sim only deals
Key Events 9 min read

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
Black Friday SIM only Deal
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Talk Home’s Exclusive Black Friday SIM only Deals 2023

With the most anticipated event of the year around the corner, you’re in the perfect place to get the best bargain for your SIM plan. This year, Talk Home Mobile...
by Nov 9, 2023

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keep UK number while abroad
Travel 6 min read

A Guide to Keep Your UK Mobile Number Active While Living Overseas

Moving abroad sounds exciting until your phone situation starts getting a bit messy. You’ve got your UK number tied to everything. Bank apps. OTP codes. WhatsApp. Random logins you forgot...
by May 4, 2026
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Travel 6 min read

How to Use Talk Home App Over Hotel Wi-Fi to Call Home

When you travel abroad for work or take a long holiday, the first thing you want to do is call home. You want to let your wife know you landed...
by Apr 29, 2026
top-up uk sim card in asia
Travel 5 min read

Quick Guide to Top Up Your UK SIM Card While Traveling in Asia

You land in a new country, everything feels fresh, exciting… and then your phone balance runs out. No data. No calls. Nothing loads. And suddenly you’re standing there trying to...
by Apr 15, 2026