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Last year all you wanted was the iPhone 11, the pièce de résistance of the smartphone world. 12 months on and your fickle heart has moved on.

Apple does offer a variety of iPhones, some of which are actually pretty affordable. Who says you have to have the latest model? You’ll still have access to more apps than with any other phone in the world.

A September iPhone launch is usually a dead cert, an annual event as reliable as Christmas. But 2020 hasn't been the easiest of years for anyone, and a delay to the 5G iPhone 12 launch has been suggested in recent weeks.

We've heard all kinds of rumours about how delayed or not-delayed the iPhone 12 might be, and finally we have an answer from Apple itself. The company said the phone is coming soon as anticipated – but it'll be a few weeks later than the usual September date. That's bad news for anyone who was hoping the mighty Apple wouldn't be impacted by coronavirus, but good news for people who thought the rumoured November date might be true.

It is official: Samsung’s next big product launch is happening on August 5th at 10AM ET, and it’ll be a virtual event as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The main product reveal is almost certainly going to be the next phone in Samsung’s Galaxy Note series, its top-of-the-range smartphone line-up that pairs some of the most powerful phone hardware around with a big, beautiful screen and its signature S Pen stylus. Alongside it, however, there are rumours that we might see anything from new earbuds to wearables and even foldables.

The outbreak of the coronavirus in China had a huge impact on the way we live our lives, we’re no longer able to go out. So, what does that mean for what we’re buying and how we’re spending our money.
 

It’s well worth finding the best deal when it comes to insurance, but exact cover will vary from policy to policy. So, make sure you know what you’re buying and that your insurance has the cover features you need.
 

We've become used to every piece of technology having touch screen controls; our phones, car navigation, home security systems. It seems an inevitable step forward for most technology. Not however for the US Navy.

Choosing your new phone, contract and plan can be a tricky business. Check out our article to work out which is best for you...

The so-called ‘Phone Zombie’ has become an easy target for mobile phone theft. Criminals often use bikes and mopeds to snatch mobile phones from people, particularly at busy locations. Outside stations, shopping centres or concert venues are full of rich pickings for moped thieves, who sit two to a bike as one drives and the other snatches phones from the hands of those talking on or gazing at them.

The last few hours of 2018 are often spent making resolutions for the year ahead. Whether you’re resolving to lose weight, get fit, pay off debt or just be more grateful for the life you’ve got, we all know it can be notoriously tricky to make them stick. This year we thought we’d give a helping hand and let you in on some apps that will help your New Year’s resolutions stick fast.

I love bonfire night; but, what I don't love is the disappointment of looking through your photos and videos. Only to find the automatic settings have stolen the sparkle, pop and crackle of the evening and left you with a pretty uninspiring display. Not anymore!

Is the ancient phone in the 'miscallaneous' drawer in your kitchen be worth a fortune?

Check out our list of surprising money makers:

Thinking about buying a phone from giffgaff and wondering how best to insure it? Don't worry, we've got you covered - with premiums from just £1.99 a month.

First announced in November, Sky Mobile has officially launched nationwide in the UK today. Read on to find out what makes Sky Mobile unique.

Unsure about what insurance to buy for your O2 mobile phone? We take a look and highlight the pros and cons of the various options available to you.

Chancellor Philip Hammond today confirmed that Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is set to rise in June 2017. Find out what this means for you.

Black Friday 2015 was the UK's biggest day for online retail in history, and this year is unlikely to be any different. With a range of fantastic mobile phone and tablet deals, this week's a great opportunity to upgrade. Check out our favourite deals and find out how to look after your new tech.

September is the month when students go back to school or head off to university, so giffgaff and Student Hut thought they'd conduct a survey to find out how students use (and sometimes abuse!) their smartphones.

If you're buying an iPhone 7 you'll want to make sure that you keep it protected. Find out just how waterproof the new iPhone is compared to the competition.

Phone repair company Lovefone are converting a number of disused phone boxes in London into phone repair stalls with public phone charging ports. Read more.

New information has come out regarding the launch of the iPhone 7, and unfortunately it's slightly later than previously expected.

Three have built a great reputation for being one of the best networks for roaming abroad. Now they're expanding to cover an additional 24 countries!

We're now tantalisingly close to the launch of the next iPhone, and it looks like the announcement and launch dates have finally been confirmed.

It was an EU directive that prevented insurance firms from adjusting premiums based on gender associated risk. So with Brexit on the horizon, will the UK leaving the EU result in premiums going down for women and up for men?

Dropped your mobile phone in water, and woried that it might be damaged? Act quickly and follow these 8 simple steps to give your phone a better chance of survival.

The highly anticipated OnePlus 3 has now launched in the UK. Is it one of the best value mobile phones that money can buy?

Unsure how best to protect your mobile phone from rain and sweat while out on the bike? We've compiled a list of some of the most effective cases, along with a few tips and recommendations.

An infographic illustrating some of the strange places we use our mobile phones, and how this behaviour puts them at risk of a watery demise.

Thinking about buying an LG G5? Well it's now available to order, so we've rounded up the best deals on the internet to help you decide where to buy!

Thinking about buying an iPhone SE? We round up the best deals from the big UK networks, so you can order with confidence without all the effort!

The Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge will start arriving tomorrow for those who pre-ordered in the UK. Do you have Galaxy S7 insurance yet?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge were officially revealled at MWC yesterday, and are now available to pre-order from most UK retailers.

Thinking of buying an iPhone 7 when it launches in September? Here are some thing to consider before deciding if you need insurance.

It's very unlikely that scratches, dents or other cosmetic damage will be covered on your insurance policy, so read our top tips for avoiding it in the first place.

It's confirmed! Samsung will be unveiling its range of Galaxy S7 phones at Mobile World Congress in February. Find out more here.

Samsung's latest line of flagship devices are expected to be announced at the end of February at MWC, with devices being shipped in March.

The HTC One A9 is now available to order. See what we think of this stylish new Android phone.

University is a dangerous place for mobile phones, so protect yours today with our affordable mobile phone insurance products.

Sony's waterproof Xperia phones apparently aren't that waterproof. Read on to understand why you shouldn't use your Xperia phone under water.

Most mobile phone insurance policies have a minimum age requirement of 18. At Tinhat this doesn't stop you from insuring your child's mobile phone. Read on for more information.

The next iPhones are going to be faster (and all-round better) than the iPhone 6 that launched last year - but that also means that they're likley to be more expensive. Read our top tips on protecting your treasured iPhone.