That’s right. Get a whopping 18 days off work, and only use 9 days of your allowance with this holiday hack.

Thank us later, just remember to send us a postcard. As the year slowly ticks by, and the rain hammers down on your face, you may be questioning life. You may also be reminiscing about your last holiday. Well your next one can be just around the corner. It’s all about the bank hols. So you can spend more time snuggling in front of the TV, or lounging at the beach getting that next cocktail in.

 

What to do with all this time off

You could book a cheeky vacay, and with Go Roam you can Insta, Snap, and tag every sun-loving second to everyone, at no extra cost (and with no shame.) If you’re a home body, a 5 day box set marathon might be your thing. We can help you out with Go Binge. Those pyjama days are even better when you’re getting paid for them, right?

And of course you’ll need food, because no one wants to cook when you’re lazing around in your Spongebob trousers. Let the wuntu app help with tasty treats, tailored to you and what you love.

 

Tell us how it works

All you need to remember is that it’s valid over Easter 2019. Get those requests in quick. It’s worth a mention that it only works if you work a Monday to Friday week, and get bank holidays off.

 

Which dates to book off

The dates you need to book off are: April 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30 and May 1, 2, 3.

Boom. 18 days to do, well, whatever you like.

 

 

 

 

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It’s official. The new Samsung Galaxy S10 range are here, and they’re super cool. With up to 12GB RAM, a triple camera and even a foldable phone, we bet you’re raring to get your hands on one of the new S10 devices. We’ve got the info on everything Samsung have done to make these devices their best yet, and we’ve got a trade-in deal that just might help you get your hands on one.

So how does it work? If you trade in your Samsung Galaxy S7, S7 Edge, S8 or S8+ and upgrade to a shiny Samsung Galaxy S10, S10+ or S10e, we’ll give you up to £300. As long as your phone’s in good condition, then that’s all there is to it. So, if the Galaxy S10+ piques your interest or you’re up for some of that Canary Yellow goodness of the Galaxy S10e, keep reading and we’ll let you know what you need to do.

Trade-in online

Not everyone can get into a store to trade in their phone, and we understand that. That’s why we’ve made it easy for you to do it online.

Go to the store and select whichever Samsung Galaxy S10 device you desire, then complete your checkout process. We’ll send you a text message with a unique code and a link to our trade-in site. Pop onto the site and follow the instructions. And there you have it – £300 cashback for you to use however you want. Maybe you’ll use it to get a fancy new case, or even a Galaxy Watch to keep you connected no matter what. Whatever you use it for, that’s all yours. Don’t forget, though, your phone needs to be in good condition for you to get the full trade-in value.

Trade-in instore

If you prefer a more personal touch, you can pop into store whenever you like. Make sure to bring your Galaxy S7, S7 Edge, S8 or S8+ along with you, and we’ll run through everything with you. If you’re trading an S7 or S7 Edge, we’ll give you a gift card of £200, or for your S8 or S8+ you can get a £300 gift card. All our gift cards are eligible in any of our stores, so you can get hold of the perfect accessories to take home with your shiny new Samsung.

 

It really is as easy as that! You can check out our full terms to make sure your Samsung is in the right condition for trade-in, and our advisors instore and online are always happy to help.

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We loved last year’s Samsung Galaxy S9 and because it’s the 10-year anniversary of the Galaxy S series, we’ve been waiting patiently for the 2019 announcement. We’ve glued ourselves to the Samsung Unpacked event, to bring you the full lowdown on the fabulous new Samsung Galaxy phones.

Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s all-new Samsung Galaxy S10 which you can pre-order with Three right now.

 

Introducing the new Samsung Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10e and Galaxy Fold

Ooooh, it’s definitely been worth the wait. Samsung have celebrated the last 10 years of the Galaxy S series in style, bringing us not 1, not 2, not 3, but 4 new phones in the next generation: Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10e, and the ground-breaking Galaxy Fold.

 

What’s the main difference between the S10s?

To make your decision slightly easier, here’s a description of the 3 S10 devices in a nutshell: the S10 is the premium Galaxy experience with a perfect balance of performance and size; the S10+ ‘supercharges’ the experience with more screen, more cameras and bigger battery; and the S10e has all the essentials in a more compact form. Got it? Here’s some more…

So, what does it look like?

With the new Galaxy S10, you’ve got a choice of finishes, a classy ceramic black or white or, you can mix it up with 1 of the 10 vibrant prismatic colours that catch the light and make your spangly new phone look beautifully futuristic.

Samsung have also introduced us to the Dynamic AMOLED Infinity-O Display that gives you a totally uninterrupted view. Yep, that’s right, totally uninterrupted. Thanks to some seriously clever laser cutting, the front camera’s been hidden away inside the screen using just a tiny hole punch sized hole and a pill-shaped hole for the dual front-facing camera on the S10+.

We regularly hear about how bad blue light is for us and you might even adjust your screen manually to try to avoid straining your eyes and to get a better sleep but, with the S10 you don’t have to. It adjusts to the light for a better view, taking care of that nasty blue light for you, reducing it by a huge 42%.

What’s more, it doesn’t affect what’s on screen so, you can carry on binge-watching Netflix or gaming into the night without having to worry about straining your eyes.

Next generation performance

The new Galaxy series brings us advanced speeds and laptop-style storage without the laptop. We’re talking up to 12GB RAM and even 1TB storage on the S10+, which can be extended up to a huge 1.5TB using a MicroSD card. All that extra storage means you don’t have to worry about running out of space for those endless pics of your dog or selfies for your Tinder profile.

The new processor means up to 29% faster CPU (Central Processing Unit) and up to 37% faster GPU (Graphic Processing Unit) so gaming is going to be slicker than ever. The S10 is the first mobile device to work with adaptive performance for smoother, seamless play, even with graphic intensive games. To crank things up to this level, Samsung have joined forces with Unity who’s real-time engine powers half of the world’s games and Conde Nast.

Samsung Galaxy S10 camera spec

Samsung are always cutting edge when it comes to cameras and, unsurprisingly, you get the most advanced experience on a smartphone with the S10 and S10 Plus.

Phone photography has reached new levels, because now you can switch lens to suit the moment, just like a professional photographer. This is all thanks to a next generation triple rear camera system (bit of a mouthful!). There’s an everyday wide-angle lens with 77-degree field of view; a telephoto camera with optical zoom for getting twice as close; and a game-changing ultra-wide camera that has a 123-degree field of view and mirrors the human eye – so you can capture a exactly what you see without taking a step back. This means you get stunning landscape shots which are so much better than panoramic pics because they also stretch vertically, ‘from the ground to the sky’.

The S10 also improves Samsung’s Live Focus feature letting you add even more artistic flair with things like lighting and blur, spin effect and fun zoom. All this can be done in real-time, before you even snap. 

So what if you’re a complete amateur? You’ll still get a fab pic every time, because the S10 has professional-grade camera intelligence built in. In fact, the tech giants proudly announced that they analysed 100 million professional photos to get this level of intelligence. What does that mean for the average snapper? Well, the S10 will help you compose the perfect shot because the camera suggests where to put the subject in the frame and tells you whether the photo is level. And the AI camera optimises colour based on the scene. It’s able to recognise more scenes than any previous Galaxy phone, so you can take the best possible picture without having to ‘do’ a thing.

What about video recording?

The video recorder on the S10 not only optimises colour when you watch movies, it also optimises colour while you’re recording, thanks to HDR10+ technology (the latest version of High Definition Recording). It’s the first camera phone to be able to record in this format and your videos will be brighter and more dynamic. Oh, and the camera stays super steady so you can get brilliant action videos.

There’s some pretty exciting news for movie-makers and YouTubers too, because the S10 comes with easy video editing that you can do on the phone itself. Which makes it even easier to share top-quality stuff as soon as poss. There’s no need to upload it to a PC for editing, because Samsung have partnered with Adobe to create a version of Premiere Rush that’s been optimised for smartphones. It’s super easy to cut stuff together on your S10, and you can add titles, correct colour, and loads more.

And the selfie camera?

If you love a selfie, the front-facing camera won’t disappoint. It comes with Dual Pixel technology which makes it even better in low light, and it’s got an improved, quicker auto-focus, so you don’t have to hold that pout.

The S10 Plus also has a dual camera for selfies, so you can experiment with the depth of field and artistic effects.

Both the S10 and S10 Plus support 4K Ultra High Def video for the best selfie footage ever. And sharing this is easier than ever because Samsung have teamed up with Instagram to give a brand new camera mode called (wait for it…) Instagram mode. It means you can take a pic and then easily access stories, add a hashtag, use creative tools like stickers and music and then share it there and then. And if you’re in other favourite apps like Snapchat, the shots you take have low-light optimisation and High Dynamic Range (for better light and dark contrast) so they’re just as good as the ones you take in the camera app itself.

Battery and power

You won’t be disappointed when it comes to juice, because the battery in the S10 lasts 25% longer than the S9. It also cleverly identifies the apps you use the most and optimises the CPU (central processing unit) to consume less power on them.

And when it comes to power, the S10 takes things to the next level with its wireless charging pad. You can power more than just your phone – slap a watch, your earbuds or even a mate’s phone on the charging pad and as long as their Qi-charge compatible you can watch the battery fill up. It’s known as fast wireless charging 2.0, which means you get a 0-100% charge up to 36% faster than before. Phew!

Vault-like security

Protecting your phone as soon as it’s turned on, Samsung Knox keeps your info safe and privacy-protected.

And with this new, ramped up security, the Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanner uses ultrasonic waves to map your fingerprint and analyses it to make sure it’s a match. There’s even anti-spoofing technology to recognise any fake fingerprints. All you need to do is tap your finger on the screen to quickly unlock your phones; it works without a hitch, even in bright light or wet conditions.

 

Samsung Galaxy Fold

Samsung have also launched a brand new category with the Galaxy Fold, and it’s unlike anything else on the market: a powerful smartphone and tablet in one. When it’s folded you get a 4.6-inch screen and when you open it up it’s a 7.3-inch infinity flex display, which basically turns it into a tablet.

This new type of smartphone needs to be pretty robust if it’s being folded and unfolded so it comes with a new type of hinge that you can’t even see. The Samsung Fold also comes in some lush new colours too: Cosmos Black, Space Silver, Astro Blue and Martian Green. Well the names are definitely different!

As with all the S10 devices, you get amazing sound that’s powered by AKG on the Galaxy Fold. And another great feature is the 3-app multi-tasking tool which takes the need to do loads of stuff at once to the next level: update Instagram, watch YouTube and read your emails in one go. Then, when you fold out the phone, each screen can work on its own or work together for a larger view. Because of app continuity you can switch between screens without missing a thing. And Samsung have partnered with Google and Microsoft to optimise apps like WhatsApp and MS Office for the Fold. They’ve also partnered with YouTube to give Galaxy Fold users access to YouTube Premium. Nice touch.

As you’d expect with Samsung, not only is this a smartphone and a tablet – it’s also a pretty awesome camera. You get 3 cameras on the back, 2 on the inside and 1 on the front, so no matter how you hold the phone it’ll capture the moment. Oh, and it has 2 batteries – one on each side of the device – which combine together to give a single power source.

Universal Flash Storage 3.0 means the Fold reads data twice as fast as the S9, which it makes it incredibly responsive for gaming; the 7 animator processor and 12GB RAM is the most powerful on the market; and there’s a whopping 512GB onboard memory to play with too.

There’s new wearable tech too

The next generation of Samsung Galaxy phones weren’t the only things announced at the Unpacked event, Samsung also introduced us to the latest version of the Galaxy Buds and their wearable tech: the Galaxy Active Watch and Galaxy Fit. And the new version of the Galaxy Buds.

Galaxy Buds

These super-light Buds are 30% smaller and made for all-day comfort. They’re long-lasting, so you get up to 5 hours of calls and can stream up to 6 hours of music on a single charge. What’s more, the cord-free wireless charging case meansyou can charge them using the S10 wireless Power Share feature.

With AKG sound you’ll be able to hear everything. And the adaptive dual mics on both the inside and outside mean you can heard better too. It’s clever stuff. If it’s loud around you, they’ll switch to the inside mic so you’ll be heard loud and clear.

The Galaxy Buds are Bixby-enabled too. You can use your voice to check your battery, turn them on/off and control Bixby on your S10 – all without taking your phone out of your pocket.

Galaxy Watch Active: the full smartwatch experience

The super-light Galaxy Watch Active is designed to help you be a healthier version of you. It’s made from soft, durable material, so its comfortable to wear whether you’re clocking up miles on the treadmill or catching up on some sleep. The Galaxy Watch Active is also 5ATM water resistant so you can even track your workout if swimming’s your thing.

With 3 colours and over 60,000 different watch faces to choose from, it won’t be hard to find one that you can totally rock.

Galaxy Fit: dedicated to fitness

If you’re after a light-weight wearable device that’s completely dedicated to fitness, the Galaxy Fit could be just what you’ve been looking for.

Weighing just 23g – the same weight as a single strawberry, don’t you know – the Galaxy Fit is super light. But it packs a punch with it’s full colour AMOLED display, showing you essential info about your health at a glance.

Both of these brand-new wearables automatically track your activities and can quickly and easily be linked to your S10, S10+ and S10e. And that’s not all, both the Galaxy Watch Active and the Galaxy Fit support sleep tracking, heart rate monitor and even stress management.

 

 

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It’s that time again. A spanking new Samsung Galaxy is about to launch, and we can’t wait to get our hands on it. What’s the camera spec? What colours will it come in? And how will the new Samsung compare to the S9?

There are plenty of rumours doing the rounds, but while we wait for the big reveal, here’s a look at what got us all talking in 2018: the Samsung Galaxy S9 camera.

We’re used to awesome camera phones from Samsung, and both the S9 and S9 Plus were big game-changers when they launched. In fact, they’re still hitting the top spot with tech reviewers today.
Whether you’re into your photography or a complete novice, the S9 has loads to get your teeth into. Here’s a snapshot of 10 S9 camera features we love (in no particular order):

 

1. Take great pics in any light.

The techie bit.
Both the S9 and S9 Plus have a 12-megapixel main camera with the largest aperture ever used in a smartphone – which basically means it can let in plenty of light. Samsung then took things to the next level by including a dual aperture lens in both phones, which works like the iris of a human eye and can adjust depending on the amount of light coming in. If you shoot in normal or low light it uses the wider f/1.5 aperture which lets more light in; but if you’re taking a photo in bright light, it automatically chooses the narrower f/2.4 aperture. Genius.

The benefit.
From sunsets on the beach, to after dark shots in the club, the cameras on the Samsung S9 and S9 + will help let you take awesome great photos when light isn’t on your side.

 

2. Record top-quality movies.

The techie bit.
You can record in 4k Ultra High Definition with the S9 and S9 Plus, which gives you eye-popping video quality. 4K was designed for digital cinema and computer graphics and basically has a much higher resolution than the 1080P HD video you get on many smartphones. In fact, it contains almost four 4x times the number of pixels on the screen which is why you get clearer images with more detail.

The benefit.
With 4K video recording you can capture fast action, like live sport, without sacrificing the quality. And everything you film on your phone will look brilliant when you stream it on your TV.

 

3. Slow down time.

The techie bit.
Super Slow-mo on the S9 and S9 Plus will film in 720p HD resolution at a massive 960 fps (frames per second). It’s been described as ‘the camera that slows down time’ and it means you’ll never miss a second of those super-fast, extra special moments.

Whether you’re capturing a sports day win or getting up close to nature, there are 2 modes to help you slow down time perfectly. The first one is Motion Detection which means you can record in normal speed, but once movement’s detected within a specific area of the frame, the camera will automatically switch to Super Slow-mo . This means you don’t have to be well-prepared and you can capture spontaneous stuff in detail. The second is Manual mode and all you do is tap the Super Slow-mo button before you start filming. This option’ is perfect when you’re intentionally recording a moment or trying to be arty.

Samsung was one of the first manufacturers to offer Super Slow-mo and while many camera phones offer 240fps there aren’t many that go the whole hog with 960fps.

The benefit.
You get awesome advanced looking effects without needing any special photographic equipment. There are loads of ‘blink and you’ll miss it’ moments in life but nowt you can capture them and relive them in brilliant detail with the S9.

 

4. Animate yourself

The techie bit.
If you’ve ever fancied seeing yourself as an animation, then Samsung’s AR Emoji is for you. The camera on the S9 and S9 Plus will use a pic of your face to create a full body cartoon character that looks, sounds and acts just like you. The best bit is the fact you can share up to 18 different emojis of yourself in chats and on social media with animated GIFs.

The benefit.
Sometimes a picture says it all. Feeling totally loved up? Need to say sorry to your mum? These personalised animations go one step further than the standard emojis you see everywhere.

 

5. Lose the blur

The techie bit.
Optical Image Stabilisation , or OIS, is a must when you’re whipping out your phone to take photos. And you can rely on it to keep pics and videos smooth. Again, Samsung take it to the next level with Smart OIS which uses an advanced combination of hardware and software processing – along with a big sensor – to give you sharp images, regardless of the light conditions.

On the S9 Plus you also get Dual OIS. This means that both the camera lenses on the rear camera have the OIS feature. So, you get steady shots for both wide-angle pics and when you’re zooming in.

The benefit.
Even if you’re in a rush or your hands are shaky, your photos will stay sharp and be totally share-worthy. There’s no excuse for amateur looking pics on Insta now.

 

6. A meaty number of megapixels.

The techie bit.
A lot has been made of the need for megapixels over the years and we’ve been led to believe that the more the merrier. But here’s the thing: it isn’t all about the megapixels. You also need to pay attention to the micron/um pixel figure too.

OK, so it works like this: a pixel is a receptor for light, and the size of each pixel can be measured in microns. The larger the size of a pixel, the more microns there are, and the more light it can sense. When extra light’ is detected it means that the ‘signal’ from the pixel doesn’t need to be amplified as much, which in turn produces less ‘noise’ and sharper, clearer images. When it comes to the S9 and S9 Plus, you get 1.4um pixels which are pretty large for a camera phone.

The benefit
Because you get sharper, less pixelated images they look top quality and work better when they’re being reproduced or blown up onto a canvas.

 

7. Smashing selfies

The techie bit.
Whether you plaster selfies all over social media, or you just like to snap yourself at random, the front-facing camera is now a big selling point when it comes to phones. The selfie cameras on the S9 and S9 Plus feature an 8-megapixel sensor with f/1.7 aperture, which means you can take great shots when light isn’t on your side. And there’s a Selfie Focus mode on the S9 Plus which means you can take selfies that highlight your face by blurring the background and adjusting your skin tone before you take the shot.

It also comes with Auto HDR (High Dynamic Range) which means that the ratio of light to dark is automatically adjusted so that your mug shots looks more natural.

The benefit.
If you love social media and sharing what you’re up to, you need a phone that can take great selfies. And it doesn’t matter if you’re at a party or on the beach – simply pose and snap and you’ll get fab pics in all light conditions.

 

8. Gesture and voice control.

The techie bit.
This is another handy feature on the S9 and S9 Plus that helps you take a slick selfie. You can choose from 3 different ways to take the shot: the usual button method, a voice control option or with gesture control. It makes it super simple to capture your best side because you ‘re not always straining to touch the shutter button while thinking about your pose or the faces your mates are pulling.

The benefit.
With a word or a wave you can take a fab shot – what’s not to love?

 

9. Quick and easy menu

The techie bit.
Although we’ve gone into detail about some of the more techie parts of the S9 camera, one of the best bits is much more obvious from the minute you pick up the phone.

It doesn’t matter how many pictures you take, the ability to swipe between camera modes without having to go into the camera menu is simple and effective. All you need to do is open the camera app and swipe across to choose from: Food (for those Rate My Plate specials), Hyperlapse (for motion shots), AR Emoji (selfie emojis), Super Slow-Mo (slow motion movies), Auto (a simple snap), Pro (with loads of options) and Panorama (creates a single wide image by scanning the landscape).

The benefit.
It makes it easy to optimise your pic before you even take it and you don’t need to spend too long thinking about it either. You’re basically set up for a good pic as soon as you open the camera app.

 

10. Stunning portraits

The techie bit.
We’ve already mentioned that you get a Live Focus option on the S9 Plus front camera but you can also use it on the rear camera too. It’s portrait mode that uses the 2 rear cameras (wide-angle and telephoto) to capture your subject and background separately. So you end up with photos that have a clear focus on the subject and a slightly blurred background. It’s a popular, arty ‘bokeh’ effect which can be hard to create on most phones. You can also add filters afterwards which play on the bokeh effect and add sparkles and even butterflies to background lights.

The benefit.
In a nutshell, you can take professional-looking portrait shots without having to actually do a thing. The camera does all the work for you.

 

The S9 and S9 Plus allow anyone and everyone to channel their inner photographer, and if you bag yourself one you’ll probably find it’s all the camera you’ll ever need. It’s hard to imagine how the S9 spec is going to be vamped up with the new edition, but we can’t wait to find out.

In the meantime, if you want to be one of the first to get your hands on the new Samsung it launches, simply register your interest in the Galaxy S10 right now. We’ll let you know as soon as it comes to Three and then you can get stuck in with all our extra perks, like Go Binge and wuntu.

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Launched at London Fashion Week, in partnership with the iconic Central St. Martins, the UK’s first consumer ready 5G has arrived.

We’re super excited and can’t wait to share our first bit of 5G news with you.

Fashion fuelled by 5G

Upcoming designer Gerrit Jacob used Three 5G to enhance his collection through Magic Leap mixed reality technology, showcasing how 5G could shape the future of fashion.

We want to show the UK the possibilities that 5G will create. As demonstrated at London Fashion Week, it’ll let us combine the worlds of fashion, design and technology to create new products and experiences that’ll change our lives forever.

So, what is 5G?

5G is short for “fifth generation mobile network” and is set to be the fastest network yet. 5G’s super-fast speeds, capacity and low latency are going to change the way we use data for gaming, movies, apps, downloads and high definition video streaming.

Building the UK’s fastest 5G network

We’re proud to be building the UK’s fastest 5G network and are passionate about the difference 5G will make to our lives. We’re investing in our network to bring our customers the best possible experience now and in the future.

“With twice as much 5G spectrum as anyone else, the UK’s first cloud core network, state of the art data centres and radio technology, our 5G network will be faster than all the rest – see three.co.uk/5G to find out more.”

 

Don’t want to miss out on the latest? We’ll be keeping this article up to date with the most recent Three 5G news so, keep an eye out for updates.

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It’s hard to remember a time when Samsung wasn’t a major feature of modern life. The South Korean tech giants lead the way with so many products that we rely on day in, day out but it hasn’t actually been all that long since Samsung were the newbies in the market, up against the titans of Apple and (ahem) Nokia. It’s been an impressive rise to the top of the Android market, and with the upcoming release of the Samsung Galaxy S10, we thought it’d be a good time for a little retrospective, with a history of Samsung… (By the way, if you’re really struggling to wait, make sure you register your interest in the S10 right now and we’ll let you know as soon as it lands).

 

SH-100 – the beginning.

Okay, technically not the beginning, the history of Samsung starts when they were originally founded way back in 1938, and their electronics division’s been on the go since 1969, but the SGH-100 has the honour of being their very first mobile phone, released in Korea in 1988.

 

SGH-600 – Entering Europe.

So technically, the first Samsung phone to arrive in Europe was the SGH-200, but since it and a few of its successors didn’t do that well in the market, it was really the SGH-600 that can be credited with breaking into Europe in September 1998. Designed to appeal to simple, clean design tastes, the SGH-600 was marketed to “high-end” customers. The plan worked – it sold well, the awards started rolling in and Samsung started to think about the next big thing.

 

Samsung Galaxy – the next big thing.

First released in July 2009, the original Samsung Galaxy really put Samsung at the forefront of people’s minds when it came to Android. Samsung have been killing it in all corners and price ranges of the Android market from the Galaxy S series of phones, through to the Note series of tablets and phablets.

Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus: Samsung’s best phones to date

Their sleek, refined Infinity displays, coupled with dual-stereo surround sound speakers, with Dolby Atmos surround sound made for the most immersive viewing experience yet.

When it came to the camera, Samsung upped their game with the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. Both use a dual-aperture lens which works like the human eye, adjusting depending on the amount of light coming in. That means you get amazing shots no matter if you’re in bright daylight or low light.

And the new Infinity display and spectacular new range of colours made the S9 and S9 Plus gorgeous to look at too.

What’s next?

We loved last year’s S9 and S9 Plus and with this year’s release just around the corner, we can’t wait to find out what Samsung have in store for us.

 

So, that’s a brief history of Samsung so far. Get yours on the UK’s best network for data (as voted by Mobile Choice consumers) and enjoy infinite streaming and Snapchat ’til your heart’s content with Go Binge; use your phone abroad at no extra cost and get that travel swagger feeling with travel upgrades from easyJet with Go Roam; and enjoy treats and deals that are exclusive to Three customers with our rewards app, wuntu.

Here’s to the future.

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A massive 20% of relationships and over 17% of marriages start online and there are hundreds of apps that claim to put love in the palm of your hand. It doesn’t matter whether you’re desperate to choose matching PJs or you simply fancy a flirt, connecting to like-minded people has never been easier. There are different dating apps, for example you are interested with a Muslim man, then Arab Lounge is the right app for you.  You may also use this app when you are planning to visit Vegas and if you want to book for an escort services like Hire Strippers Las Vegas services to accompany you.  To give you more, here’s the lowdown on 5 of the best dating apps around:

Tinder

Tinder was the first ‘swiping’ app to launch back in 2012. Today, the idea of swiping ‘left for no’ and ‘right for yes’ has become something of a cultural phenomenon (which could be why Tinder is the go-to app for many love-seekers). The app focuses on your location using GPS and you browse photos and bios of potential matches in your area. It uses your Facebook info to create your profile – but don’t worry, none of your Tinder exploits will ever be posted to Facebook. If you think there will be something intimate after the date, it would be wise to undergo tests like rapid hiv test.

If you love to travel this might just give you the edge in the love stakes, because when you check into a new location, Tinder pushes your profile to the front. (P.S. If you’re single and you’ve got wanderlust check out our travel apps for flying solo).

Tinder facts:

• Over 50 million people use Tinder
• The average person logs onto Tinder 11 times a day
• 1.6 billion swipes happen daily
• Women only swipe right 14% of the time
• Men swipe right 46% of the time
• 42% of Tinder users are already in a relationship (oops!)

How much is Tinder ?
It’s free, but you can pay for extras with Tinder Plus (£3.99 a month) and Tinder Gold (from £3.50 a month) depending on your age and how long you sign up for. With Super Likes, the option to Rewind a swipe, and the ability to Boost your profile, these extras might just give love an extra nudge.

Bumble

Bumble has become known as the feminist dating app and was created by Tinder co-founder, Whitney Wolfe. It’s another swiping app but the main difference with Bumble is that when 2 heterosexual people are a match, the woman has to message first. This was set up to avoid the common problem where women are bombarded with messages from men.

Bumble isn’t just for heterosexual couples though and you don’t need to define your sexuality. Simply click whether you’re interested in men, women, or both and the app will show you the best profiles. You can also switch into BFF mode to find people you might want to be mates with. Or build your career and get networking with Bumble Bizz.

How much is Bumble?
It’s free, but there are paid for extras like Bumble Boost, which allows you to swipe through profiles that have already liked you; and Bumble Coins, which lets you send SuperSwipes to make a ‘bold first impression’.

Zoosk

Zoosk is the #1 grossing dating app in the App Store, which could be because of its ‘secret’ matchmaking formula, called Behavioural Matchmaking technology. It sounds scientific, but it basically learns your likes and dislikes to help throw up more compatible partners. The more you use it, the better it understands what you’re looking for, which means less time wasting. In fact, this app is perfect if you’re looking for efficiency while you look for search for love .

Another time-saving feature is a photo verification tool which asks users to submit video selfies that helps confirm that they match their photos and they’re legit. So no more misleading pics and fake profiles.

How much is Zoosk?
With a free membership, you can create a decent profile, search for and view other members, and see possible matches for you. But if you want to be able to freely chat with people you’ll need a paid subscription which costs £22.74 a month.

EliteSingles

OK, so it’s time to get serious with this one. The personality test on EliteSingles asks questions about how you look physically and what you’re like as a person. Are you tidy? Patient? Positive? Honest? And what is it you’re looking for? Don’t worry, you can answer the questions on a scale, rather than a hard and fast yes or no, so you can hedge your bets. It’s a pretty thorough matching process which is intended to weed out any duds, but make a cuppa and get comfy as it can take up to 25 minutes to complete.

If you’re far too familiar with the ‘it’s not you, it’s me’ line, you might like to know that EliteSingles gives you a personality profile which can help with excuses… ahem, self-discovery.

How much is EliteSingles?
Setting up your dating profile is free and you can send ‘smiles’ and flirt for free. But you need a paid subscription to see photos and send and receive messages, which starts from £24.95 a month for 12 months.

OkCupid

They say you can’t put a price on love, but when you’re on a budget it’s good to have options. OKCupid offers free online dating and you can search and view complete profiles and chat with other members without paying a penny. It also has an impressive compatibility feature that generates quizzes to help in your quest for love. The questions are quirky and touch on both the fun stuff and the deep stuff to help you get better matches.

OkCupid seems to sit right in the middle of all the dating apps we’ve mentioned, So, if you don’t want to put a ring on it, but you’re also not into incessant swiping, this is a good match. There’s also a game-changing feeling of inclusivity, because the app offers 12 gender identities and 20 sexual orientations, giving you the freedom to just be you.

How much is OkCupid?
It sounds too good to be true, but this dating app really can be used completely free of charge. If you want to get more attention then you can pay for a subscription (from £5.99 a month for 6 months) but there’s absolutely no need to part with any cash if you don’t want to.

This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the variety of dating apps out there, but these 5 are a great place to start. Oh, and don’t worry about the data you use when you’re getting stuck in, because Go Binge on Three lets you use data infinitely without it coming out of your allowance. If you’re not with us, you can also get Unlimited data on our £20 a month SIM.

Who said romance is dead? It’s just gone digital.

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