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Advice Centre

Welcome to the advice centre

Your go-to hub for smartphone advice and tech news


As the longest standing mobile phone recycler, it's fair to say we know our stuff.


We love gadgets, smartphones and all things tech, and we want to share our wealth of knowledge and experience with you in our advice hub.


That’s right, whatever it is you need advice on, our hub is here for all your mobile phone needs.


As well as guidance to help you get the best value for money and the right phone, you’ll also find tricks of the trade and handy tips, such as how to make your battery last longer or what to do when you drop your phone in water.


Got a topic in mind you can’t see below? Or simply want to ask us a question? Get in touch using our contact form.


Free Voxi SIMS with Every Mobile Purchase

Free Voxi SIMS with Every Mobile Purchase

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Feb 07, 2023

Envirofone has teamed up with Voxi to bring you an exceptional offer - with every purchase of an unlocked mobile phone from Envirofone, you will receive a complimentary Voxi SIM card, packed with a host of additional benefits.... READ MORE >

Christmas Gift Guide (for grandparents)

Christmas Gift Guide (for grandparents)

by Denise Timmis | updated Dec 13, 2022

Looking to get your Christmas shopping boxed off early this season? You’re in the right place. We’ve got the perfect selection if you need a mobile phone for the elderly side of your family. From top-notch video calling to simple displays, there’s a gadget to tickle the fancy of every grandparent this year. Dig in below. ... READ MORE >

Christmas Gift Guide (budget phones under £100)

Christmas Gift Guide (budget phones under £100)

by Denise Timmis | updated Dec 13, 2022

Thinking of popping a smartphone in someone’s stocking this year? Our selection is stuffed with brilliant phones at affordable prices. Powerful processors, ultra-zoom cameras, Gorilla Glass protection—you’ll find all this and much more in our line-up. So, what’re you waiting for? Unwrap our gadgets below. ... READ MORE >

The 2022 Envirofone Gift Guide: Get a gadget for less this Christmas

The 2022 Envirofone Gift Guide: Get a gadget for less this Christmas

by Denise Timmis | updated Nov 28, 2022

Starting your Christmas shopping early this year? Give someone the gift of a refurbished device from Envirofone. Our line-up includes a sackful of the best smartphones for under £200. There’s top-quality tech on offer, too—from household names with 50x zoom cameras and brilliant battery life.... READ MORE >

Treat Mum to the perfect gift this Mothers Day!

Treat Mum to the perfect gift this Mothers Day!

by Denise Timmis | updated Feb 18, 2022

Struggling to find the Perfect Gift for your Mum this Mother’s Day? We have a wide variety of refurbished phones and tech at reasonable prices. Perfect to buy your Mum this year.... READ MORE >

Black Friday

Black Friday

by Denise Timmis | updated Feb 18, 2022

Every Friday is Black Friday throughout November! We have huge discounts on the latest smartphones including the iPhone 11 and Galaxy S10... READ MORE >

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