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Phone AdviceWhy Is My Smartphone So Slow?Our smartphones keep us connected, help us work, remind us of everything we forget, and document our entire lives - so when they start slowing down,...Read guide
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Phone AdviceiPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: What’s the Difference?If you’re deciding between the iPhone 12 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro, you’re choosing between two premium models with a lot in common - but also a few...Read guide
Phone AdviceBest phones under £200Get a like-new phone for less at Envirofone. Yes, we’ve got refurbished phones for all tastes and needs, including cheap devices from Apple, Samsung,...Read guide
Phone AdviceBest Budget Smartphones of 2023After a cheap mobile phone that won’t leave a dent in your wallet? Look no further. From top-quality cameras to long-lasting batteries, and...Read guide
Phone AdviceiPhone 13 vs Galaxy S21: What’s the Difference?Choosing between the iPhone 13 and the Samsung Galaxy S21? You’re not alone - these two flagship favourites remain popular thanks to their excellent...Read guide
Phone AdviceiPhone 13 Pro Max vs Galaxy S22 Ultra: What’s the Difference?Debating whether to go down the Apple route or switch to Samsung’s top-tier Android experience? You’re in the right place. Today, we’re putting two...Read guide
Phone AdviceiPhone Depreciation 2022: The Perfect Time to Sell Your iPhone 12 or 13With the launch of the iPhone 14 approaching, millions of Apple fans are getting ready to upgrade. As excitement builds and rumours continue to...Read guide
Phone AdviceiPhone 13 Pro Max vs Galaxy S21 Ultra: What’s the Difference?Unsure whether to opt for Apple or Android? We’re here to help. In this comparison, we break down the iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Galaxy S21 Ultra match-up...Read guide
Phone AdviceiPhone 11 vs iPhone 12: What’s the difference?Do you want to upgrade your phone or simply want something fresh? Do you not want to spend a fortune on the latest smartphones? We have you covered...Read guide
Phone AdviceRefurbished Phone Conditions - introducing new ‘fair’ conditionSearching for a device that’ll cost you less? You’re in the right place. Buying a refurbished phone with Envirofone means getting a good-as-new...Read guide
Phone AdviceiPhone 12 vs iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 12 Pro Max: What’s the Difference?Even in 2022, the iPhone 12 lineup remains one of Apple’s strongest and most popular smartphone ranges. With the iPhone 13 and newer models now...Read guideEnvirofone Advice Centre
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New models appear every year, networks change their offers, and there are countless choices when it comes to buying or selling a phone. We have bought and tested hundreds of thousands of devices since 2005, and the Advice Centre is where we share what that taught us.
Every article has the same aim: to give you reliable information that helps you save money, avoid mistakes and make sense of a fast moving market.
Here you will find
- Guides on how to get the best price when selling your phone
- Tips on choosing a refurbished device that suits your needs
- Insights on eco friendly tech and why refurbished helps the planet
- Comparisons of popular handsets
- Advice on battery health, storage, repairs and common problems
- Updates on Apple, Samsung, Google and the other major brands
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