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About the Author
Nick is the content editor for Uswitch's telecoms products, writing about and appearing in the media as a spokesperson and expert on broadband and TV services.
He's covered annual broadband price increases and quarterly Ofcom complaints data, as well as all the latest TV releases and how to watch the football on TV for the best price.
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Broadband services and technology
Digital TV and streaming services
Mobile releases, news and reviews
Product photography
Video editor
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Nick has recently been featured and quoted in several high profile publications including:
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What are the best wireless routers?
Guide to the best broadband routers in the UK. Find the best router for coverage across major providers like BT, Virgin Media, Sky and others.
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What broadband speed do I need? Find the broadband speeds available in your area
Take a look at our guide to broadband speed guide — find out what speeds you have available in your area and how to deal with slow broadband speed.
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Bits and bytes explained — a guide to internet connection speeds
Knowing the difference between bits and bytes is key to understanding broadband download times and figuring out what broadband speed you need.
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Download time calculator | Check your internet speed
Understanding broadband speeds and download times has never been easier with our download speed calculator. Find out real download times based on your broadband speed with this guide.
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How to stay safe online if you’re LGBTQ+
Access to online resources is vital to many in the LGBTQ+ community, whether that's social groups, travel tips or legal advice. But access to LGBTQ+ content varies widely worldwide.
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What's on Eurosport?
Eurosport has live coverage of key European and international sporting events, with titles like the Australian Open and the Tour de France available to watch on any device.
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What is a wireless router?
Read our guide to wireless routers to find out how to set them up and how they get your home connected to the internet.
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Best camera phones 2022: top 7 cameras ranked | Uswitch
Choosing the best camera phone in 2022 has never been harder. Uswitch have ranked the top 7 mobile phone cameras available to buy on the market right now.
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How to self-install your broadband connection
For times when an engineer can't visit your home to install your new broadband, here's how you can do it yourself.
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Global Streaming Index
We reveal the best value streaming services across the world, based on the average price per subscription and number of films and TV shows available.
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How to switch broadband | A guide to changing your provider
Looking to switch your broadband service? Here's how to do it all, from finding the broadband speed you need to choosing the right provider for you.
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What broadband speed do I need for streaming?
The amount of broadband speed needed for streaming depends on which platforms you use, what quality you stream in and how many people are in your household.
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Which broadband provider has the best customer service?
Using the latest data from Ofcom, see which broadband provider is best for customer service and find what to look out for when choosing your next package.
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Broadband availability checker | Fibre broadband in my area
Find the best broadband providers where you live with our guide to broadband availability, including fibre broadband in your area.
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Save money on your streaming services - Ustream
You can save money on your streaming services by mixing and matching the ones you need throughout the year. You can save money on your streaming services and still watch your favourite shows online.
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Successful Movie Sequels
Can a movie sequel ever be as good as the original? We reveal the best and worst movies from 20 of the highest-grossing movie franchises.
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How to get broadband without a landline
Want broadband without a phone line? Nowadays, it's easier than ever to get broadband without a landline. Read up on how to get broadband without a phone line.
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The most and least child friendly apps
Uswitch finds the most and least child friendly apps according to data tracking.
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MCU timeline: Watch the Marvel movies in order | Uswitch
Ready to watch the Marvel movies in order? We've got you covered with all the MCU timeline options: chronological, release, and best-rated film order.
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Broadband and moving house | How to set up your internet
Your guide to moving your broadband connection to your new house. Here's what to consider when moving, including whether you should switch or stay.
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What's the best broadband for gaming?
What's the best broadband for gaming? What broadband speed do I need for downloading games? And how much broadband speed do you need for the Playstation 5?
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Sky Q vs Sky Glass
How does the new Sky Glass smart TV compare to Sky's industry-leading set-top box, Sky Q?
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Business vs home broadband: Which service do I need?
In this guide we look at the key selling points of business broadband over home broadband so you can decide what's best for your needs.
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How to recycle your broadband router
Reduce waste and save on extra costs by recycling or returning your old broadband router and digital TV equipment. Here's what each provider will and won't recycle.
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TalkTalk broadband price increases 2022 - what can you do?
TalkTalk has recently announced that there will be price increases coming to some of its services. Here's what you can do if you're affected by the price hike.
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Internet dongle | Understanding a mobile internet dongle
Wondering what is a broadband dongle? Want to ask what is a USB mobile broadband stick? Read the Uswitch guide to mobile broadband dongles, plus compare dongles.
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Getting the most out of your broadband when working from home
With many of us continuing to work from home still, there are a few things you can do to make sure you’re getting the most out of your broadband when working from home.
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Why is my internet so slow?
Here are a few reasons why your internet is slow and what you can do to fix it.
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Get the fastest broadband available | Ultrafast broadband
Unsure if you need ultrafast broadband? Here’s how to get the fastest broadband available at the best price.
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What broadband speed do I need for Black Friday?
Is your broadband ready to handle all the new gadgets you're planning to get on Black Friday?
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How do I keep my email address if I change providers?
If you've been using the email address linked to your broadband account, you should be able to keep your email address if you switch providers. Here's how.
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Google Stadia review
How good is Google's game streaming service and how does it compare to others on the market?
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What's the best gaming monitor?
Looking to upgrade your gaming set-up? Here are some tips to making sure you get the best gaming monitor for your money.
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Make Me Famous: The Reality TV Shows Attracting The Most Applications Revealed
We reveal the reality TV shows that we most want to appear on, from hit-shows like Love Island to our favourite daytime quiz shows.
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UEFA Euro 2020
With UEFA Euro 2020 in full swing, Uswitch has compiled some tips to help the nearly 15 million fans who have had goals spoiled due to delays and spoilers.
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Six broadband switching myths — busted
What's keeping people from switching to a better broadband service? We found six myths surrounding the whole process that are absolutely not true!
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How to get the best gaming PC UK
Should you get a prebuilt gaming PC? Is it better to build a gaming PC yourself? And how can you optimise your PC for gaming?
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Cloud gaming and game streaming guide | What's the best game streaming service?
Cloud gaming and game streaming mean that gamers can have access to large libraries of video games, play games on mobile devices and access games without the need for brand new consoles.
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Which nationalities cheat the most at video games
Many people use video game cheat codes to boost their chances of winning, but which nation is home to the biggest cheaters? We did the research to find out.
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How to change your Wi-Fi password
You don't have to keep the Wi-Fi password set by your broadband provider. Follow our step-by-step instructions on how to change your Wi-Fi password to something secure and easy to remember.
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How to contact your broadband provider
Here's how to contact your broadband provider if you need to cancel, change your services, or enquire about billing or faults.
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Index ranking the most missed TV shows in the world
Delving into the 50 best tv shows of all time, we ranked the most missed characters, the most talked-about moments and the shows worst for complaints
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The UK TV Streaming Report
Take a look at the Uswitch.com TV streaming report to see the UK’s favourite shows, the most rewatched shows, and get views from the public on TV streaming.
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What is wireless broadband?
What is wireless broadband? Uswitch Broadband's Guide to Wireless Broadband. Learn about Wireless Routers and Setting up WiFi in Your Home.
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What is Apple Arcade?
Apple's gaming subscription includes over 100 games that can be played on any Apple device.
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What is gigabit internet and do I need it?
The next big step in home broadband is the introduction of gigabit internet speeds across the UK. But just how useful is gigabit internet and do you need it?
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What is ADSL broadband?
Want to know how ADSL broadband works? Read Uswitch's quick guide to ADSL broadband. Find out what ADSL broadband is, how ADSL broadband works and who can get ADSL broadband.
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My broadband services are down, can I get money back?
With your broadband down or if you're experiencing wifi problems, you're entitled to compensation. Find out what you're entitled to and how to claim quickly and easily.
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What is cable broadband?
Think cable broadband is the same thing as fibre? Think again. Read on to learn more about what cable broadband is and how it's different from fibre.
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Your guide to internet connection problems
Having internet connection problems? Here are a few pointers to help you identify the source of your broadband connection problems and get back online.
Learn moreYour guide to UK broadband providers
Get up-to-date info on your broadband supplier and browse the different options available to you with this guide.
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How to find good Wi-Fi on the tube
The London Underground has a surprisingly good network of Wi-Fi hubs at stations throughout the city. We created a new tube map with the average Wi-Fi speeds available.
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How to claim free vouchers from BT
Just bought BT broadband? Read on to find out how to claim your vouchers from BT. Find out how to claim your BT Reward card on Uswitch.
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What is superfast broadband?
Looking for superfast broadband? Don't know what is superfast broadband? Read our guide to find out what superfast broadband is and how to choose superfast broadband.
Learn moreWhat is a "Fair Usage Policy"?
Wondering what's a fair usage policy? Read our guide to broadband fair usage policies, including unlimited broadband and fair usage policies.
Learn moreWhat is an IP address?
What is an IP address? How do I find my IP address? Find out these answers and more about IP addresses in our Uswitch guide to IP address.
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