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Securing Google accounts whilst phone unlocked
Afternoon. I recently read a thread whereby someone had their phone stolen with it unlocked (whilst being used), and it got me thinking about how to protect my google accounts (gmail/drive), if my phone were snatched whilst taking photos, for example. Currently, I appear to be logged in all the time, and i just tap the…
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EE/02 - Default and handset issue
Hi all, I'm here to seek some advice. I have got myself into a lot of debt of which I now cannot afford. The latest issue which has tipped me over the edge is taking out multiple mobile contracts with EE and 02 and then selling on the device for quick cash on eBay. I was desperate and unable to get a loan. I'm now at a…
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Cheap calls to USA
Several of the deals suggested by MSE are somewhat better than my current deal. But on my current deal I can buy an extra/addon that gives reduced cost calls to the USA, which is important to me. On looking at the suggested deals, I didn't find it easy to see if any of them offered cheap US calls as an extra. Has anyone…
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Talkmobile roaming in the EU
When Talkmobile say they offer free roaming in the EU, does that include free calls/text to local numbers in EU countries? Or can you only call/text UK numbers while in a EU country? I have been trying to contact them but I can't, and all their examples just so happen to refer to calling/texting UK numbers.
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02 mobile/14 days...
Hello, sonlong story short joined 02, service was beyond shocking so I requested a PAC and ported back out. Contract started 30/4 Pac requested 10/5 Well within 14 days... Have 30 days to use the pac but obviously I did it ASAP and they are trying to say I'm liable for the full contract. .. and that you can terminate…
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1p mobile Suddenly change T&C to the worse could I quit and ask my credit back ??
1p Mobile typically require mandatory minimum top up £10
every four months, to keep my number. But I just received notification they now
change their T&C to the worse. Instead of mandatory minimum top up £10
every four months it is now changed to minimum usage of £10 every four months. I am currently having contract with…
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MSE News: Plusnet Mobile user? Switch to another provider ASAP to avoid losing your number
If you're still using a Plusnet Mobile Sim, you need to switch away as soon as possible – particularly if you want to keep the same phone number – as the provider is closing down this month. Read the full story: 'Plusnet Mobile user? Switch to another provider ASAP to avoid losing your number' If you haven’t already, join…
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Lost Phone number in copper to VOIP switch
My mother was moved to digital landline last week and "they" have changed her phone number, she's not very tech savvy and all I know is what she's said. Prior to the move there were lots of promises about how painless it would be and that her phone number wouldn't change. Then she got a message that that there'd been some…
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How/When do I correctly Cancel an O2 Airtime contract in last month of contract with PAC code?
Currently have a few O2 contracts that are an Airtime plan and Device plan. For each - the Airtime plan is a 24 month contract and Device plan is a 36 months contract (at the time, we did not have the funds to buy a phone outright, it was our first upgrade in 7 years and it was interest free) I myself am on Lebara right…
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"ancient" mobile now dead - transferring contacts/ photos etc ?
Hi all, My trusty Samsung J5/6 which i purchased in 2016 has finally rolled a 7... i think its a screen issue, as the battery is fine ( tried it in wife's identical phone ) and i have heard a couple of texts coming in, and charger makes the "bleep" sound when connected. but screen remains black - has had a few cracks on it…
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Do not be tempted by cheap Lycamobile deals - AVOID
Since it was MSE that put me onto Lycamobile last year as a cheap O2 alternative I think it's only right that I warn users here of my experience. In short, I've had my phone number for about 25 years on pretty much all providers yet Lycamobile have lost it, blocked me and rendered me provider less. It feels like one of…
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Galaxy Flip 5
I know this is very much a marmite phone but I've decided I want one (Sim free). I assume the 6 will be released around July/August but the battery on my S22 is knackered and I want one now. I thought there would be some good offers on the 5 but Samsung itself and most other places are out of stock. Anyone seen any deals…
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Android problem with Bluetooth hearing aids
My husband has just bought a new android phone, but is having problems using it (pairing) with his NHS Bluetooth hearing aids. Does anyone have experience of this, or any suggestions as to what might fix the problem? Hearing aids = danalogic GN Ambio S77, software bemore, Bluetooth Phone = OUKITEL WP32 Rugged Smartphone…
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EE PAYG will disconnect me in 3months ?
hi all, i received a text from EE today saying because i haven't made a chargeable call/text or used date for 6 months i will lose my remaining credit + My number will be disconnected in 3 months. i just topped up my phone with £10 worth of credit and made several phone calls. does my actions ( topping up my phone + making…
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Questions about using UK phones abroad on holiday.
Early next year we are going on a cruise departing from Florida and visiting some of the Caribean islands. I assume as a starting point our UK phones (1P Mobile and O2) either won't work, or will cost a fortune in roaming charges? The ship claims to have wifi. If we put the phones into airplane mode (to disable normal…
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Keeping ID mobile number when changing supplier of phone and service
I have an ID Mobile sim only deal which has finished. I can get a phone and sim deal for £13.99 pm through an upgrade link. The same deal through Mobile is £11.99 ! If I do the new contract through Mobile, how do I keep my number ? Isn't a PAC used when you change mobile provider, which I am not ?
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iphone fault, returned to MPD, they couldn't replicate so returned phone with fault. what do i do ?
I have an iphone XS (as new), bought from Mobile Phones Direct last December. the phone was fine for a couple of months then started with a screen fault. screen ghosting, typing letters on its own, opening apps on its own, typing wrong letters, even rung people on its own (when screen unlocked) I tried updating software,…
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2G and 3G switch off - how do I find out when that happens in my area?
I'm with EE and according to them the switch off date may be 11th June, however the person that I spoke to seemed rather uncertain. How can I verify exactly when this will happen (based on my post code for example)?
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Can't access email on s24ultra
Got myself an s24ultra yesterday, transferred all files etc over from my s20fe which was very easy thankfully but I can't access my email through outlook . Every time I try to add account , tick selected account and it then says 'An error occurred during authentication, please try again later' Any help or advice as really…
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EE - Constant Mast Failures + Awful Customer Service
Over the past 12 months the quality of service of EE in the local area has been getting worse and worse to the point where outages for several hours are happening on a regular basis in my home area, in addition the signal at my workplace has got worse and worse over this time also. I am now at the point where I am getting…
