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Archives for July 2014

Which cheap basic (non smart) mobile phones are recommended?
Hi, I want to get a new basic phone but am struggling to even find out what the options are amongst the plethora of smart phones on display! What models/makes are recommended, and where would be a good place to get them from? I'm intending to get a giff-gaff sim, so I just want to buy a phone without any credit or being…
Vodafone Marketing texts to ex-customers
I left Vodafone in March 2014. Since I left Vodafone have continued to send me marketing texts. I have contacted customer services 9 times so far but the texts continue. Vodafone customer services have been useless. Has anyone else continued to receive marketing spam texts from Vodafone after they left?
phone unlocking services
I want everyone to know that an online mobile phone unlocking service : unlocking.com is a scam website and not to use it and to spread the word
Buying a refurbished iPhone from Argos?
MSE Official Insert: If you're looking for an iPhone check out our Cheap iPhones guide and if it's valuable to you consider whether you need Mobile Phone Insurance. Back to the original post... It comes with 12mo apple warranty, just wondering if anything could go wrong like it being blocked/stolen/faulty as I've heard a…
Missed calls and internet access problems on Orange network
OH and I both have Orange (or whatever it is calling itself these days) mobile phones. Recently we both have first hand experience of incoming calls going direct to answerphone even as we are sitting next to the phone, waiting for it to ring in an area of excellent coverage where we have phoned the other person only…
Phone stolen... person who has it wants to return.. whats the scam?
Hi, About a month ago I had my phone stolen from a bar in London. I know it was stolen as the minute I realised it was gone and tried to ring it, it was switched off. Since it's an iPhone I put it into lost mode, wiped it etc and sent a message through to it saying it was lost etc. Did all the normal things like reported…
GoSim feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for GoSim (Link) If you've used GoSim abroad, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about data roaming in general, read the main Data Roaming guide. Thanks for your help, MSE Nick
Preparing old mobile to sell?
Hi, I am in the process of replacing my old Samsung Galaxy Y and would like to sell it once my new phone is set up. I have found a good price at CEX and thought it was better to sell it there than risk any scams on Ebay. Do I just delete my info, texts , contacts and so on - or do I need to do a factory reset? If I do a…
The one plan 3 mobile
I am nearly at the end of a 24 month contract with 3 mobile. I have been on what as far as I can tell is the most expensive contract they do (the one plan, with the paid addition to tether). I have been very happy with the service I received, very fast broadband which allows me to watch anything through stream at HD 1080p…
Anyone on EE PAYG ? Is your data showing as correct ?
Im on a EE PAYG sim, I had 5GB of data a couple of days ago. I checked my allowance yesterday and it had dropped from 5GB to 30MB left. My phone was mostly turned off during the period over which this drop occured, when on, my phone was only ever on WiFi. My phones data management app shows zero mobile data use over this…
Samsung Galaxy S4 charging problem
I've bought a Samsung Galaxy S4 from smartfonestore.com for my son, it has arrived this morning, but it doesn't seem to be charging properly. I've tried charging for 1 hour, and there is a constant 'warning' sign flashing on the phone as in the pic below. Is there a way I can remedy this or do I need to return the phone as…
sony experia t mobile phone
Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can help me. My mobile has recently packed up and I've bought a Sony Xperia T. The problem is my old sim doesn't fit into this phone as you require a micro sim. (which I obviously didn't know) What do I do as Im on a contract still with vodaphone, and need my phone number to stay the same. Can…
won’t replace my galaxy s3 soon
What would you buy if your current smartphone died today? I won’t replace my galaxy s3 soon. My phone with its replacement battery off mpj has been served me well for years n it does everthing I need. If anything, the note 4 going to be the potential not considering budget, fascinating large screen. So the question is what…
T-Mobile penalising customers for PAC transfer
I thought I would bring to people's attention a feature of T-Mobile contracts that caught me out this month. If numbers are PAC transferred to T-Mobile from another provider, T-Mobile will split your monthly allowances, such that if, for example you PAC the number two weeks in, your allowance with the new number will be…
Using a phone in the USA with a SIM purchased there..
In August, our entire family is going to the USA for a wedding and I've been tasked (!) with researching the best way for us all to keep in touch whilst over there. My Orange / EE contract runs out in September. Orange tell me I can use my current (Orange) phone to text at 50p per text and to talk at £1.50 perm minute…
Best phone for 11 yr old son
Now I realise that this post will attract some people saying that an 11 year old boy is too young to have a really good phone and I should give him a cheap payg one. I know this because up until a couple of weeks ago, I would have said exactly the same thing! But...I'm looking at getting something that he can play decent…
No UK cancellation department for three?
Hi, I have been a customer with three for over 10 years and have 2 "Talk xxx" contracts with them which are now sim only, 30 day rolling contract. I called them today and told them that I was thinking of leaving them for another provider. They tried to offer me some deals to keep me as a customer, but all they could offer…
Best mobile phone insurance?
Hello all Ive seen many people able to get help and advice on this website so i am hoping the same. Anyway about 9-10 months ago i took out a contract with 3. (I know a lot of people have bad things to say about them, but ive never had any issues). Only reason was because my local 3 store was doing a deal, 22 pound…
T-mob wandering off with £200 credit
Bought three phones about 9 months ago, topped them with £50, £50 and £100. They've since sat in my drawer, forgotten about (I bought them for a specific situation, which never materialised), turned them on today and none of them can make a call! I know T&Cs say that credit expires after 180 days of no-use, but this feels…
htc Desire 3100 accessories
Hi, can any one recommend a cover/case and screen protector (is this necessary?) Mike.

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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
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Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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