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Book a digital detox cabin an hour from London
Escape your phone with a stay in a secluded cabin near London. Unplugged offers tech-free breaks in the countryside to boost your mental wellbeing and creativity.
Mum bans smartphones for kids until age 16
A North London mum is only allowing her son a basic 'brick phone' until he's 16, citing online dangers and child development. She's calling for a wider ban in schools.
Phone Seizure Powers for Small Boat Migrants Begin
UK Border Force officers can now seize mobile phones from migrants arriving in small boats. The new law also targets smugglers' supply chains with severe prison sentences. Read the latest on the Channel crossing crackdown.
UK to seize asylum seekers' phones, campaigners condemn
New Home Office powers allow Border Force to seize phones and search mouths at Manston processing centre. Campaigners call it 'inhumane' and question its legality.
Sociologist cuts screen time 65% with morning book habit
A US sociologist reduced her phone use from eight hours to just one daily by reading a book each morning. Discover her simple tips for a digital detox.
Journalist's bizarre scam call ends in scammer's laughter
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts a bewildering phone scam attempt where the fraudster burst into laughter. A tale of modern confusion, incompetence, and the need for a fictional PA.
Phone snatched in 7 seconds in London as police issue warning
Shocking CCTV shows a London phone thief snatch a mobile and vanish in 7 seconds. Police report 413 thefts in 6 months. Get vital security tips to protect your device.
Dad tracks down daughter kidnapped at knifepoint on Christmas
A heroic father in Texas used a phone tracking feature to locate his 15-year-old daughter after she was abducted at knifepoint on Christmas Day. Read the full story of the rescue and arrest.
Father tracks phone to rescue kidnapped daughter on Christmas
A Texas father used his daughter's phone location to find her after she was kidnapped at knifepoint while walking her dog on Christmas Day. A 23-year-old man has been arrested.
Victim tracks stolen phones to London flowerbed
A woman used Google's Find My Device to locate her snatched phone and four others buried in a Lewisham park, exposing a theft trend. Read the full story.
Stolen phones found buried in South London park
A woman tracked her stolen Samsung Galaxy to a Lewisham park, unearthing five devices. Experts warn this new theft tactic is spreading across the capital. Read the full story.
Grindr thieves jailed for London phone-stealing spree
Two 'calculated' burglars who robbed dozens of Londoners via Grindr have been jailed. The Afghan nationals stole phones, wallets and passports in a pre-planned crime spree. Read the full report.
Pilot explains real reason for airplane mode on flights
A commercial pilot explains the genuine, disruptive reason you must switch to airplane mode. It's not a safety conspiracy, but it will annoy the flight crew.
25 Hidden Smartphone Features You Should Use
Move beyond doomscrolling. Discover 25 clever, practical uses for your smartphone, from DIY tools to health monitors and smart home controls. Transform your device today.
Best Phone Picture: Sci-Fi Playscape Captures Child's Joy
Photographer Anne Rayner's stunning iPhone 14 photo of her granddaughter at a Gateshead exhibition highlights the power of play and mobile photography. See the striking image.
Readers on Phone 'Zombification' and War Fears
Metro readers share strong views on phone addiction, AI threats, and European security. From London to Glasgow, see what's sparking debate. Have your say in the comments.
German pensioner traps phone fraudsters in police sting
An 85-year-old man in Bavaria worked with police to catch conmen posing as officers. Police warn the public, especially the elderly, to never give bank details over the phone.
Photographer's winning phone picture captures London moment
Photographer Ahmad Mansour reveals the story behind his award-winning mobile phone image, a spontaneous shot of a London street scene. Discover how he captured the perfect moment.
Officer stole nude photos from women during traffic stops
A former Missouri police officer has pleaded guilty to illegally searching the phones of 20 women to obtain intimate images. Read the full shocking details of the case.
Man guilty of Willesden Green murder after phone box call
Elyas Moussa has been convicted of murdering Ricardo Clarke in Willesden Green. He called police from a phone box to hand himself in. Read the full details of the case and the upcoming sentencing.
Pixel 10 Pro vs 9a: Best Vodafone Business Phone?
Choosing between Google's Pixel 9a and Pixel 10 Pro on Vodafone Business? We compare AI features, battery life, and performance to find the perfect tool for your UK enterprise.
Free Battery Upgrades for Millions on Pixel 10 Pro
Over 3 million UK sole traders and small businesses can access free lifetime battery upgrades on the Google Pixel 10 Pro through a Vodafone Business perk. Discover the exclusive deal.
Boy saves himself from electrocution in bed
An eight-year-old boy suffered severe burns after his chain necklace became caught in a phone charger while he slept. His quick thinking saved his life. Read his mother's urgent safety warning.
Radio Legend Brian Hayes Dies Aged 87
Tributes pour in for pioneering BBC and LBC presenter Brian Hayes, who has died at 87. The broadcaster transformed phone-in radio with his conversational style over a five-decade career.
Backdoor Browsing: The Commuter Guilty Pleasure
A new report dives into 'backdoor browsing' – reading a stranger's phone screen on public transport. Is it harmless curiosity or a privacy invasion? Experts and commuters weigh in.
Disney boss wants visitors to stop using phones
Disney creative chief Bruce Vaughn reveals constant phone use breaks the magic. New Meta partnership offers smart glasses solution. Would you wear them?
Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell
A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.
Google removes Android apps with GhostAd malware
Google has removed apps containing GhostAd malware that slows Android phones and drains battery. Check if your device is affected and learn how to protect yourself.
Felicity Kendal, 79, scares off phone thieves
Actress Felicity Kendal turned have-a-go hero, scaring off phone snatchers in Chelsea. The 79-year-old described the 'appalling' crime wave and her instinctive reaction.
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