Overall, it was a bit underwhelming. Here's our key points.
> As with the 12 series, there will be a 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max.
> Display - Finally, an iPhone that doesn't feel sluggish. The 13 Pro and Pro Max will have a 120hz display. This means that the screen can refresh 120 times per second, which makes video and gaming a lot smoother. It's taken Apple a long time to catch up on this, but it's a welcome upgrade.
> Design - As you can see in the image, the rear cameras are now positioned diagonally, and the front camera notch has been reduced, which frees up some space for the display. The phone is a tad thicker and heavier. Then, there's a new colour - "Sierra Blue", which doesn't look anything special.
> Storage - The 13's start at 128GB, and the Pro & Pro Max are available with 1TB of built in storage.
> General improvements - As usual, there's some small improvements to the camera, processor and battery.
> Still waiting on Touch ID to come back; built in to the power button or the screen.
> Still no USB-C port. Apple are sticking with the lightning port.
> It was rumoured that the 13 may have satellite connectivity, but it doesn't.
> The most expensive iPhone yet will set you back a minimum of £679.00, up to £1549.00.
Check back later for our key points on the new iPads.
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> Brightness - save your eyes and your battery by turning it down indoors.
> Connections - Bluetooth, mobile data, hotspot and GPS will eat up battery throughout the day, because they're always running in the background. Turn off what you're not using.
> Low power mode - turn this on in settings to restrict performance. If you're not gaming, you probably won't notice the difference in speed.
> Battery saving & third-party "cleaning" apps - avoid these. They can fill your device with bloatware. A modern smartphone can take care of itself.
> Charging habits - use genuine charging equipment that is designed for your phone. Avoid regular use of charging cases, power banks and plugs from the pound shop.
> Get it replaced - If you're struggling to get a day out of your battery, it's time for a new one.
iPhone batteries are typically good for 2-3 years. Samsung and Huawei for 3-4 years. If your battery has less than 80% of its original capacity, it will struggle to perform.
We replace batteries all day, every day. It doesn't cost much, and it might just change your life 🙌
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Why have a landline when you have a mobile? Especially with modern Wi-Fi calling & messaging, which means that having poor signal in a rural area is no longer an issue.
There's a few things to consider:
> Companies like Sky and BT offer bundles which often just include a landline as part of the package.
> A landline would be useful in the event of a long power cut.
> Some people prefer using a landline for professional calls, and there's more people working from home now.
> Elderly people often prefer using them and/or don't have a mobile.
The public switched telephone network (PSTN), along with the first working telephone, was invented in 1876.
The UK will be switching from every remaining copper wire landline to an internet-connected landline by 2025. The transition is now underway.
Many homes and offices already use voice over internet protocol (VOIP) systems, but there's still 14 million old school landlines in use. About half of UK households still have a landline.
Interestingly, there's quite a few other systems that rely on PSTN:
> Burglar alarms and security systems
> Elevator and fire alarms
> Public traffic lights
> Cash machines
> Railway signals
> Motorway signs
These will also have to be upgraded to digital systems.
It reminds us of the switch to digital ads for TV back in 2012😅
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