Tag: Smartphone
OPPO launches Reno8 series for Europe at Paris event
Chinese smart device brand OPPO today has announced the launch of the new Reno8 series in Europe. During its in-person launch event in Paris, OPPO also revealed the OPPO Pad […]
Nearly half of all Brits rely on smartphone to make payments, claims report
Mobile reseller Buymobiles conducted a nationwide survey on the UK’s payment method habits. Findings showed an overwhelming 70% of participants preferred using cashless payment methods over actual cash. 63% of […]
Young Brits have 10 billion images stockpiled on phones
The nation is filled with young image hoarders, with Brits between 18-24 years of age storing a whopping 10 billion photos between them on smartphone devices across the UK – […]
24 million Brits working from their smartphone
Nearly 24 million workers are spending an average of 12 hours per week doing their job from their smartphone as technology improves – nearly double the time spent using pen […]
Smartphone gaming can be harmful if bored, claims study
Smartphone gaming can be harmful to players who game to escape their negative mood and feelings of boredom, a new study has found. Researchers at the University of Waterloo found […]
Tech Digest daily round up: warning for walkers staring at phone
Android users will receive a notification telling them to stop looking at their mobile phones while walking, a leaked new tool suggests. The feature is being tested in an update […]
Phone addiction is affecting students’ sleep, claims survey
Almost four in 10 university students are addicted to their smartphones, and their habit is playing havoc with their sleep, according to new research. Research from King’s College London found […]
UK 4G smartphone owners could be entitled to £480 million payout
Around 29 million Britons could be entitled to a payout after being overcharged for their smartphones, if a landmark claim by consumer watchdog Which? is successful. According to Which?, consumers […]
Smartphone use up 1 hour a day since lockdown
The average adult now spends an extra hour a day on their smartphone or tablet as they increasingly rely on tech and apps during lockdown. Research among 2,000 adults revealed […]
Google Pixel 5 now available to buy
Carphone Warehouse and Currys PC World have announced the new Google Pixel 5 is now available to purchase online and in-stores from today, 15th October 2020. The Google Pixel 5 smartphone, […]
