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Archie Burkinshaw

Content Writer

About the Author

Archie is a content writer for Uswitch's telecoms products, writing about broadband, mobiles, gaming and TV.

He has particular interests in sustainability, football and the latest smartphone releases.


Education

BA History at the University of Bristol

Articles written by Archie

O2 roaming charges guide - young people waiting for a train
24 July 2024

O2 international roaming FAQ

From 15th June 2024, all existing O2 pay monthly, pay as you go and business customers will get inclusive roaming in 47 European destinations.

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“Samsung’s premium line of handsets offers superb specs and features.”
16 July 2024

Best Samsung Phones in 2024: Which Samsung phone should I buy?

Are you a Samsung fan? The Android smartphone has a wide range of truly amazing smartphones, with specs and features that make those smartphone brands jealous.

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women sat in a park using her mobile phone
11 July 2024

What is an eSIM and how does it work? - Uswitch

Here's everything you need to know about eSIMs - how they differ to SIM cards, why you should choose one and how you could start using them in the UK.

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13 May 2024

Sky Mobile international roaming FAQ

Sky Mobile customers can use their UK data, calls and text allowances in 55 overseas destinations for an extra £2 a day.

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26 April 2024

Should I update my iPhone to the latest version of iOS?

What are the pros and cons of updating your iPhone to the latest iOS software?

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06 February 2024

giffgaff international roaming FAQ

If you're with giffgaff and you're travelling abroad, find out about any roaming charges or packages you could select with the network.

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futuristic transparent mobile phone
03 November 2023

The future of mobile phones - what will the smartphone look like?

Technology in mobile phones has changed extremely rapidly in the last decade. So what's in store for us in the future?

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The Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 8 Pro side by side next to camera emoji
18 October 2023

The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro: everything you need to know

We take a dive into Google's latest handset launch, so you know what to expect from the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

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uswitch hero image for virgin media's m125 exclusive deal
13 October 2023

Get this exclusive Virgin Media M125 deal with £100 bill credit

Virgin Media has launched a Uswitch exclusive offer for its M125 package - just £25.50 a month with £100 bill credit. Here's how you can get it.

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'Lyca Mobile data breach reported on 30 September, with  measures taken to contain it'
11 October 2023

Lyca Mobile data breach - what you need to know

Lyca Mobile announced that unauthorised individuals gained access to customers' personal data by breaching their systems. Here's what you need to know.

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Assassin jumping towards a guard with Baghdad in the background.
05 October 2023

Assassin's Creed Mirage: everything you need to know - Uswitch

With Assassin's Creed Mirage now released, we take a look at the cost, plot and what you can expect to see from the game.

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iPhone 15 beside a box
26 September 2023

iD mobile reveals iPhone 15 deals

iD mobile has released a brilliant set of deals for the latest Apple smartphone the iPhone 15, starting at just £19.99.

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