AI Boom to Drive Up UK Mobile Phone Prices in 2026
Brits face paying significantly more for new phones in 2026 due to soaring AI demand for memory. Experts warn of a 40-50% price hike for components. Read more.
Brits face paying significantly more for new phones in 2026 due to soaring AI demand for memory. Experts warn of a 40-50% price hike for components. Read more.
McDonald's has scrapped its classic £5 meal deal, replacing it with a £5.59 'Meal Deal Plus'. Angry customers threaten to boycott and switch to KFC over the price hike.
Consumers are urged to switch from major providers like BT and EE as inflation-busting price rises of up to £48 a year loom. Uswitch expert reveals how to save over £200.
Center Parcs faces backlash after raising its dog accommodation fee by £40 to £129. Holidaymakers say it's cheaper to use kennels. Read the full story and customer reactions.
Plan your family year with the complete Birmingham school holiday calendar for 2026. Key dates for half terms, Easter, and the summer break revealed to help you book travel and childcare early.
UK households face higher bills as 11 tax changes take effect in 2026, from alcohol duty to council tax hikes. Discover the key dates and costs.
BT and EE will increase bills for out-of-contract customers by £4 from March 1, moving away from inflation-linked rises. Experts urge customers to review their options.
BT and EE are moving out-of-contract customers to a new 'pounds and pence' price rise structure, adding £4 monthly from 1 March. Experts warn it hits low-bill users hardest.
Londoners face a £20 council tax increase to fund a major police crackdown on phone theft gangs. Mayor Sadiq Khan says the rise is a 'difficult decision' for safety. Read the full list of affected boroughs.
A limited-time Amazon deal slashes the price of the feature-packed Xiaomi Poco C75 to just £59. With a 50MP camera and 120Hz screen, it rivals premium models. Grab the bargain while stocks last.
UK taxpayers risk £100 fines as HMRC's phone service automatically disconnects after 70 minutes. With the January 31 deadline approaching, experts warn it's 'pot luck' to get through. Read the full report.
Diageo increases Guinness price by 4p from April 1, sparking warnings a pint could soon cost £10 in English pubs. Pub landlord criticises 'slap in the face' amid wider cost pressures.
Mortgage expert Sam Fox forecasts a solid year for UK buyers in 2026, with falling rates and new products boosting affordability. Discover regional trends and top tips for securing a mortgage.
Birmingham's Grand Hotel, famed for celebrity guests, launches Club 1879, a prohibition-style speakeasy where phone cameras are covered with tape. Discover the exclusive experience.
The wholesale price of a pint of Guinness is set to increase by 5.2% from April 1. Diageo, which also makes Smirnoff, blames rising business costs. Read the full details.
Nationwide launches a 'Call Checker' tool as research reveals 57% face more suspicious calls. The feature helps verify genuine bank calls to protect customers from fraud. Learn how to use it.
West Midlands Police have issued a CCTV image of two people they wish to identify after a teenage girl had her phone stolen on Newfield Lane, Halesowen. Anyone with information is urged to contact officers.
Tech expert Andrew Witts warns UK mobile users of severe risks from fake public Wi-Fi and QR codes. Learn how to protect your data and avoid costly scams.
Vodafone's January sale offers massive savings on Apple and Samsung phones, with over £460 off the iPhone 16e. Compare deals before the sale ends on January 21. Grab your bargain now!
A shopper's TikTok video reveals Cadbury Mini Eggs priced at £6.20 in Tesco, sparking outrage. Discover why cocoa costs are driving chocolate prices up.
Tesco customers are outraged after discovering the Easter treat Cadbury Mini Eggs priced at £6.20. With a Clubcard, it's £5.40, sparking fury online. Read the full story.
Asda pledges to drop prices of everyday essentials below Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons loyalty card rates. Over 2,300 products are now cheaper to help families post-Christmas.
Millions of Sky Mobile users must act within 30 days to avoid a £1.50 monthly bill increase. The change takes effect from February 14. Expert advice on your rights.
Seven major household bills are increasing for Brits in 2026, including council tax, energy, and broadband. Discover the full list and how it impacts your finances.
Shoppers are outraged as Waitrose charges £17 for a 1kg bag of Cadbury Mini Eggs. Prices have soared 46% since 2023. See the full story and price comparisons here.
Hyperoptic increases in-contract broadband prices by up to £4 per month from April, abandoning its 'no mid-contract rise' pledge. Discover what it means for 400,000 UK customers.
As Arctic conditions grip the UK, discover how the snow and sub-zero temperatures can disrupt your mobile phone signal and WhatsApp, with expert tips on protecting your device.
UK households who stocked up for Christmas face a post-festive squeeze as food inflation jumped to 3.3% in December. Experts warn of persistent pressure despite supermarket price wars. Read more.
Sky Mobile announces a £1.50 monthly increase for most data plans from February 14, marking its first mid-contract rise in over seven years. Find out who is exempt and how to beat the hike.
McDonald's has increased prices for the returning Chicken Big Mac and Big Arch burgers as part of its new 'secret menu' launch. Find out the new costs and what else is available.