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Technology 8 min read

How Much Data Does Amazon Prime Use? Tips to Reduce Usage

Amazon Prime has taken over the Amazon services like a storm with its unlimited TV shows and movie options. Whether it is the latest K-drama or a Hollywood blockbuster, amazon...
by Jan 30, 2024
How to boost mobile signals
How-Tos & Tutorials 6 min read

7 Quick Ways to Boost Your Mobile Phone Signals

Today, cellphones and mobile networks have become our lifeline. From navigating our way to an unknown area to getting suggestions for food, party places, education, or amenities, you get everything...
by Jan 29, 2024
what to do before switching sim card
How-Tos & Tutorials 9 min read

9 Things to do Before Changing a SIM Card

Your SIM card might be tiny, but it’s basically the gatekeeper to your entire mobile life. That little chip holds way more than just your digits; it’s tied to your...
by Jan 29, 2024
erase esim from iphone
How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

How to Remove eSIM from iPhone? A Step-by-Step Guide

The ever-evolving mobile phone technology has brought out the most helpful component of telecom technology and that is an eSIM! Switching from a physical SIM to an eSIM was revolutionary...
by Jan 22, 2024
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How-Tos & Tutorials 4 min read

Update Carrier Settings on iPhone: Manual and Automatic Methods

Many times, you get notifications on your iPhone to update your carrier settings and you wonder what are these iPhone update carrier settings and why do I need to update?...
by Jan 21, 2024
what happens after 12 month sim only contract end
Technology 6 min read

What Happens After 12-Month SIM-Only Contract Ends?

The demand for smartphones is on the rise as a wide range of mobile plans and SIM contracts are available in the market. A new phone, with updated features, is...
by Jan 20, 2024
your sim sent a text message error on iphone
How-Tos & Tutorials 6 min read

What Does ‘Your SIM Sent a Text Message’ Error Mean on iOS?

Getting random ‘Message Sent’ alerts you didn’t trigger? Your SIM might be running secret ops. These phantom texts aren’t ghosts—they’re your SIM’s automated SOS signals. Maybe it’s ratting out your...
by Jan 19, 2024
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5G 10 min read

5G and Beyond: All You Need to Know About 5G UC

The top left or right side of your smartphone’s screen highlights the network icon obtainable in your present location depending on the carrier signal strength. Users will be able to...
by Jan 19, 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
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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
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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
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