Household Bills
Energy profits and price hikes
This winter's price hikes have added a staggering £630 million onto British household energy bills says uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service. In total, almost 28 million customers have been affected by price rises, with the average annual bill now going up by £63 or 5.9% to £1,132.
T-Mobile launches shorter term phone plans to help small businesses
T-Mobile has announced four new business pay monthly phone plans, tailored to the specific needs of small business customers.
Broadband Brits ignore chance to save a bundle
A new survey from Broadbandchoices.co.uk has revealed that over a quarter (28%) of British broadband customers are missing out on significant savings by failing to bundle up their broadband connection with digital TV or home phone services.
End of free paper bills for mobile users
From March, T-Mobile customers that receive their bills by post will be forced to pay an additional £1 a month for the privilege, according to independent price comparison and switching service, uSwitch.com.
Acer ICONIA SMART the next generation smartphone
Acer ICONIA SMART perfectly combines the capabilities of a tablet in a smartphone format: a huge 4.8” widescreen with a 21:9 aspect ratio and a super cool chassis.
Ofwat unveils another drain on consumer finances
Ofwat's announcement today that the average water bill will rise by 4.6% to £356 in April has set alarms bells ringing for consumers. uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service, warns the £16 increase could squeeze the last drops out of household budgets.
New market leading energy tariff from British Gas
Lisa Greenfield, energy analyst at Confused.com, said: "British Gas have announced the launch of a new best buy energy tariff which undercuts tariffs from its competitors by £11 a year, making it the current market leader.
British Gas’ profits fuel need for clarity on energy prices
In response to Centrica's profits announcement, Mike O'Connor CBE, Chief Executive of Consumer Focus, said: ‘We need successful energy companies but consumers may look at today's profits and at recent prices rises and question how one justifies the other.
Calls for Warm Home Discount to recognise ‘super priority groups’
Consumer Focus is calling for the Government to consider how it could extend its energy bill discount scheme to more fuel poor households and give greater consistency to its approach to fuel poverty.
Apple drops off nation's top five favourite mobiles list
Apple's iPhone has long been one of the nation's favourite handsets, but its take-up is waning, according to a new mobile tracker from independent price comparison and switching service, uSwitch.com.
Drivers delay car buying and spend less
Drivers are increasingly putting off buying their next car, according to the latest AA Financial Services Car Purchase Index (CPI).
36 month mobile contracts creep in - but will soon be culled
New EU laws less than three months away are set to cull the growing number of 36 month mobile deals being offered, according to independent price comparison and switching service, uSwitch.com.
Samsung Wave 578
Samsung has announced the Samsung Wave 578 at Mobile World Congress 2011. The new bada handset is equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) connectivity, sleek, user-friendly design, and runs on bada, Samsung’s own smartphone platform.
Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 4.0 ‘Smart Player’
Samsung has announced the Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 4.0 Smart Player, the latest addition to its expanding range of Android-powered Galaxy products. Available with a 4” Super Clear LCD display, the Galaxy S WiFi 4.0 delivers apps and entertainment, powered by Android.
TalkTalk launches new home phone and broadband offers
TalkTalk has launched a new half-price offer on its phone and broadband packages. The 50% discount means Essentials customers will pay just £3.49 a month for their phone and broadband, while Plus customers will pay £7.49 a month. For both packages this offer is available on a 12 month contract.