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April 18, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Honest Mobile Review UK 2026: Is It Worth Switching?

Last updated: 18 April 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Most mobile networks spend their marketing budget shouting about unlimited data and free Spotify. Honest Mobile spends theirs planting trees and donating to charity. After four months using it as our daily SIM, here's our Honest Mobile review, covering signal, pricing, the app, and whether the ethical angle comes at the cost of actually being a good network.

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Published by Stiv in Carbon conscious, Ethical Living, Reviews, Tech Hacks, Tech News, Technology lover, Travel lover
Tags: Ethical Tech, Honest Mobile, Mobile Networks, reviews, SIM only, UK mobile
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April 7, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Best eSIM for UK Travel 2026: Stay Connected Abroad and at Home

Last updated: 10 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Trying to find the best eSIM for UK travel in 2026? Whether you are a UK resident heading abroad or a visitor arriving in Britain, eSIM technology has made staying connected simpler, cheaper, and far less faff than swapping physical SIM cards at the airport. In this guide, we break down the top eSIM providers, which UK mobile networks support eSIM, and how three budget-friendly options can keep you online without burning through your holiday fund.

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Published by Stiv in Comparison, Comparisons, Mobile Networks, Money saving, Tech Hacks, Technology lover, Travel, Travel lover
Tags: eSIM, eSIM UK, EU roaming, giffgaff, Honest Mobile, mobile data, roaming charges, SIM only, Smarty, travel eSIM, travel tips, UK travel
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March 14, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

How to Switch from ChatGPT to Claude (and Take Your History With You)

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If you've been thinking about making the switch from ChatGPT to Claude, you're not alone. Following OpenAI's deal with the US Department of War — and Anthropic's very public refusal to accept similar terms — users have been leaving ChatGPT in their millions. According to data from Sensor Tower, reported by TechCrunch, US uninstalls of the ChatGPT mobile app surged 295% in a single day on 28 February. Claude, meanwhile, shot to the number one spot on the US App Store for the first time in the app's history.

But switching AI tools isn't just a matter of downloading a new app. The more you've used ChatGPT, the more it knows about you — your tone preferences, your projects, your working style. Starting from scratch can feel like losing months of work. The good news? Anthropic has made it remarkably easy to bring your context with you.

Here's exactly how to switch from ChatGPT to Claude without leaving everything behind.

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Published by Stiv in AI, AI Tools & Shortcuts, ChatGPT Guides, Tech Hacks, Technology lover
Tags: AI guide, AI tools, Anthropic, ChatGPT, Claude, how to, memory import, OpenAI, switch AI
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November 1, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Back Market Review UK: Honest Verdict on Refurbished Tech

Last updated: 24 March 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Cool Factor: 4/5 — Stone cold

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4 out of 5 — Stone cold

This Back Market review UK is based on our own purchases (one Apple, one Android), months of real-world use, and a deep look at what thousands of other UK buyers are saying in 2026. We cover what works, what falls short, and whether refurbished tech from Back Market is genuinely worth your money. For a factual overview of the service, head to our Back Market service guide. If you want a discount code, check our Back Market discount code page.

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Published by Stiv in Reviews, Services, Tech Hacks, Technology lover, UK Made
Tags: back market coupon, back market discount code, back market referral code, back market review, back market trustpilot, back market uk, best refurbished tech sites uk, buy refurbished uk, cool curation review, eco friendly gadgets, refurbished android uk, refurbished electronics, refurbished iphone uk, refurbished laptop uk, refurbished phones uk, refurbished tech uk, second hand tech, sustainable tech, tech deals uk
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April 21, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Bypass Siri with ChatGPT Voice

Tired of Siri missing the mark? You can bypass Siri and use ChatGPT Voice with the Action Button instead. In just a few minutes, set up a shortcut that launches a smarter AI assistant instantly. No more shouting "Hey Siri" and hoping for the best. Here's how to ditch Apple Intelligence and upgrade your iPhone experience today.

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Published by Stiv in AI Tools & Shortcuts, Apple apps, ChatGPT Guides, iPhone Tips & Tricks, Tech Hacks
Tags: Apple Intelligence not working, bypass Siri, how to use ChatGPT with Action Button, iPhone shortcuts ChatGPT, launch ChatGPT voice with Action Button, Siri replacement, smarter Siri alternative, smarter voice assistant iPhone

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