The Tech Advisor Guide to Phones
Your ultimate resource for smartphones. Tech Advisor experts bring you the latest phone reviews, buying advice and best buys, deals, tutorials and news.
Latest Phone News
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Motorola might be gearing up for a 2025 Razr 60 series release
Motorola is developing a foldable phone to be released in 2025, with a model number that matches the one the Razr 50 Ultra once had
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OnePlus might be working on a clamshell foldable after all
Almost two years after the first reports, we have received a likely release date for the next clamshell foldable from OnePlus
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European prices of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 series have just leaked
The Redmi Note 14, Note 14 Pro and Note 14 Pro+ have launched outside China for the first time, and could set a new standard for affordable phones
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Google's Pixel 10 series might leave Samsung behind
Google recently unveiled the Pixel 9 series, which didn't quite live up to users' expectations. The upcoming Pixel 10 series, on the other hand, could fix that
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iPhone SE 4 tipped to feature the iPhone 16's cameras
The fourth generation of Apple's budget-friendly phone isn't far away, and it's likely to get the design overhaul many have been awaiting
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Recent leak reveals European pricing for the Honor Magic 7 series
Both the Magic 7 and Magic 7 Pro have been launched in China, with the global release expected to follow in the coming months
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Apple's first foldable might be two iPads Pro stuck together
Apple's first foldable iPhone could be either a folding iPad, a folding MacBook or a flip-style phone, but there's also a rumour that it's been cancelled altogether
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Recent leak points to OnePlus Open 2 release in early 2025
Upgrades are coming to the foldable and we could see the phone the Open 2 will be based on very soonLatest Phone Deals
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The best Samsung Galaxy deals right now
Samsung makes some of the best phones, tablets and wearables you can buy, and there are some great offers available in the UK and US
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The best Google Pixel deals right now
Google makes lots of great phones, tablets and smartwatches, and there's no need to pay full price in the UK or US when the deals are this good
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The best deals on phones right now
Looking for a new phone this festive season? Whether it's for yourself or a gift for others, there are some excellent deals available in the UK and US
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The best SIM-only deals in the UK and US
If you can buy your phone outright, pairing it with a SIM-only (SIMO) contract makes calls, texts and mobile data impressively affordable
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The best refurbished phone deals in the UK
Opting for refurbished is the safest way to buy a used phone and you'll save loads compared to buying new. Here are the best deals available right now
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This Pixel 9 Cyber Week deal is even cheaper than Black Friday
Google's latest flagship phone was already down to its lowest-ever price for Black Friday, but an extra Cyber Week discount makes it even better
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Amazing Galaxy A35 Cyber Monday deal ends tonight!
The Galaxy A35 5G is already the best phone you can buy for under £400/$400, but big discounts make it a no brainer if you're fast
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The phone I use every day, the OnePlus 12, has a huge Cyber Monday saving
As a daily user of the OnePlus 12, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this Android phone. Right now, you can get £200/$250 off, but not for longLatest Phone Hacks and How-Tos
How-To
How to make your phone vibrate
Learn how to make your phone vibrate for calls, messages, and notifications on both iPhone and Android
How-To
How to set up a new iPhone or iPad
If you've just got your first iPhone or iPad, here's how to get it set up with all your contacts, email, music, calendar, apps and more
How-To
How to set up a new Android phone
We guide you step-by-step through how to set up and activate an Android phone
How-To
Don't miss the Black Friday deals you want with this Alexa trick
If you use an Alexa device and shop at Amazon, you'll want to know about this useful way to keep track of deals that are important to you
How-To
Pixel 9 tips and tricks: 9 ways to get the most out of your phone
Whether you've got the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL or Pixel 9 Pro, these tips and tricks will help you get the most out of your Google phone
How-To
How to stop Google from using your data for ads
Google monitors which apps you download on your phone to give you personalised recommendations. Here's how to stop it from having access
How-To
Can you screenshot a flip phone cover screen?
Most people know how to take a screenshot on a regular phone, but what if you want to capture what's on that small external screen?
How-To
iPhone 16 tips and tricks: How to get the most out of your 16 or 16 Pro
Apple's iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max are brimming with power and an expanded feature set – here's how to make the most of themLatest Phone Reviews
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 review
Samsung's latest tough phone is a single-camera mid-ranger that's a hard sell for anyone who's not going to abuse it
Reviews
HTC U24 Pro review: Not quite the glorious return
The HTC brand is one we always welcome, but is this latest effort at reclaiming the glory years one the you'll want to buy?
Reviews
HMD Barbie Phone review: Why?
Unlike the latest Barbie film, HMD's bright pink feature phone is all surface and no substance. The biggest gimmick of 2024
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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE review: The full Galaxy AI experience for less
2024's Galaxy FE model shaves off some performance compared to Samsung's high-end models, but retains all the essentials
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G review: Safe and sound
The Galaxy A15 5G was one of the very best budget phones you could buy – is its successor just as impressive?
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Google Pixel 8a or Xiaomi 14T? I compared them and I have the answer
The Google Pixel 8a and Xiaomi 14T are two of the best mid-range phones of 2024. Let's discover which one is right for you
Reviews
Motorola Edge 50 Neo Review: Compact but very capable
The Edge 50 Neo promises a lot for relatively little money, but can it compete in the crowded mid-range phone market?
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Motorola Moto G55 review: Excellent value (on the surface)
While the Moto G55 might look like excellent value on the surface with a stylish design and excellent battery life but poor performance and a lacklustre camera system let this device downLatest Phone Best Picks
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The best budget phones you can buy right now
Don't want to spend loads of money on a new phone or tie yourself to a long contract? Here are 10 great handsets that cost £300/$300 or less
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The 10 best phones available now, and how to choose the right one
Here are the absolute best phones you can buy in 2024, whether you're looking for a budget buy, a premium handset or something in between
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The best mid-range phones you can buy right now
Mid-range phones offer a great middle ground between cheap budget phones and expensive flagships. Here are the 10 best options
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The best iPhones you can buy right now
Which one of the iPhone 16 range is best, or would an older model be a better fit for you? Here are the 10 Apple phones that are worth buying
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The best Android phones you can buy right now
Don't want an iPhone? Android is your only alternative for smartphones, but there are still loads of excellent options to choose from
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The best Oppo phone 2024
If you're thinking of buying an Oppo phone, we've ranked the best models we've reviewed – from the flagship Find X8 series to the foldable Find N range
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The best dual-SIM phones you can buy right now
Want to have separate phone numbers for work and personal use? Instead of buying two handsets, get one of these excellent dual-SIM phones
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