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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.


iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: What’s the Difference?

iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: What’s the Difference?

by Denise Timmis | updated May 26, 2022

Scratching your head over which iPhone Pro to pick? Unsure whether the 13 Pro is worthy of its price tag? If so, fear not. This article will take you through the key differences between the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro... READ MORE >

iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: What’s the Difference?

iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: What’s the Difference?

by Denise Timmis | updated May 13, 2022

Puzzled about which iPhone Pro Max to pick? Unsure what makes the iPhone 13 Pro Max more desirable than its predecessor? If so, don’t worry. In this article, we’ll give you the lowdown on the key differences... READ MORE >

iPhone 12 vs iPhone 13: What’s the Difference?

iPhone 12 vs iPhone 13: What’s the Difference?

by Denise Timmis | updated May 06, 2022

We delve into the differences between the iPhone 12 and 13. Once you’ve weighed up your options, head to our refurbished Apple iPhones page for fantastic savings on the latest iPhones... READ MORE >

LoveBrum joins Envirocharity

LoveBrum joins Envirocharity

by Griffin Weissman | updated Feb 18, 2022

We are delighted to announce our new partnership with LoveBrum, using an alternative fundraising method by turning your old tech into cash for the charity.... READ MORE >

Turn Your Old Tech into Cash Donations for Sue Young Cancer Support

Turn Your Old Tech into Cash Donations for Sue Young Cancer Support

by Helen Boucher | updated Feb 18, 2022

Sue Young Cancer support partners with Envirocharity. You can now turn your Old Mobiles into Cash Donations to support this fantastic cause ... READ MORE >

IOS App Compatibility

IOS App Compatibility

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Feb 18, 2022

The accessibility of apps is a massive part of any phone, with different IOS offering different compatibility. This blog is going to go over the Apple devices we have available, the IOS the devices have and what that means in terms of apps.... READ MORE >

10 Tips & Tricks for your iPhone

10 Tips & Tricks for your iPhone

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Feb 18, 2022

Amazing iPhone tips and tricks which you may not know about, we have taken a look at 10 for you to read through and use right now. ... READ MORE >

What is a dual SIM phone

What is a dual SIM phone

by Denise Timmis | updated Feb 18, 2022

What is a dual SIM phone and why might you need one? So here's our quick guide to what a dual SIM phone is, and why you might find one useful.... READ MORE >

Why buy preloved this valentines day

Why buy preloved this valentines day

by Denise Timmis | updated Feb 18, 2022

Find out why a preloved device from Envirofone could be the perfect way to celebrate a rather different Valentine's Day this year... READ MORE >

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