Skype, the giant VoIP network, has recently launched their new subscriptions which mean you can now by monthly subscriptions which give you a certain amount of minutes per month. This supposedly makes the service cheaper for users who don’t get through many minutes in a month. You can also get plans with unlimited minutes (subject …
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May
02
2010
Nokia 5230 Review – The best budget phone I’ve had so far
I recently acquired my first ever smartphone (at last!). It’s the Nokia 5230 – a budget phone that packs a lot of punch. For the best part of £80 from the Carphone Warehouse, you can get the phone brand new and unlocked. It includes HSDPA internet, GPS, Symbian S60 5th edition and a 2 megapixel …
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Apr
28
2010
Giffgaff – the ideal alternative to contract?
I know I’ve reviewed giffgaff before, but this time I’d like to talk specifically about the comparison of giffgaff to other mobile contracts. Bear in mind that giffgaff is pay as you go only, but I happen to think the goodybags are tough competition to mobile contracts. For just a tenner a month (no contract), …
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Apr
05
2010
Freeloader Pico – Cheap, portable solar charger
I was wondering around my local Maplin store and stumbled across a new gadget taking advantage of the sun. Now if you read my blog frequently, you may be aware that I’m a big fan of solar gadgets. I love the fact that I can get free electricity for my gadgets with help from cheap(ish) …
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Apr
03
2010
Giffgaff – the “people powered” mobile network
I recently stumbled across this new UK mobile network, and I have to say – it’s a dream come true for me. They are a very interesting phone network because they are unique in many ways. When you’ve got your SIM card running and you’re using the network, it all seems very standard and basic – but …
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