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02/09/2026

📱 First phone for the new school year?

86% of school-age kids now own a mobile — here's how to get it right without overspending:

👶 Under 11s: a simple call-and-text handset (under £20) does the job
🎒 Teens: refurbished or "lite" models give them the look for far less
💡 Pay as you go or a one-month SIM only deal keeps bills in check
🔒 Check your network's parental controls before handing it over

Here's our full ranking of the best phones for kids 👇

Looking for the best phone for your child? We've rounded up the top picks for every age and budget, from basic Nokia handsets to first smartphones with parental controls.

28/08/2026

📺 What's on TV this month? We've got you covered 👇

28/08/2026

September money-saving tips are here 🍂

Energy bills are rising from 1 October, so it's worth comparing deals or locking in a fix now. And while you’re at it, submit a meter reading just before the change so your bill reflects the new rate.

September is also a good time to audit your streaming subscriptions, and if you're due a phone upgrade, a refurbished one could save you up to 30% compared to buying new.

Compare your energy, broadband and mobile deals here 👉 uswitch.com

27/08/2026

Solar panels are everywhere now — but does the maths actually work out in the UK? We break down the 4 numbers that decide whether solar is worth it for *your* home: installation costs, sunshine, how much energy you actually use, and your energy tariff.

👉 Want a quote? Compare UK solar panel companies on Uswitch:

https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/campaign/solar-installation/

26/08/2026

Energy bills are going up in October, and prices look set to rise again in January. Here are two things you can do right now – in just a few minutes – to protect yourself.
Don't wait until you turn the heating on to realise you're paying too much. It only takes a few minutes to lock in lower rates with a fixed deal: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/

25/08/2026

New phone, or 8 months of groceries? 🤔 Right now they cost about the same. Swipe to see why and how refurbished could save you hundreds 👉

21/08/2026

Been moved from TalkTalk to a new broadband provider? Here's what TalkTalk customers need to know if they've been moved to Rise Fibre or Fleur Telecom this year.

Swipe through for the full picture, and if your contract is up, run a comparison today 👉 https://www.uswitch.com/broadband/

21/08/2026

We asked how you've cut your energy bill this year and you’ve shared your best tips 👏

From switching suppliers to simple daily habits, here are our favourite tips from the Uswitch community.
Got more tips? Drop it in the comments 👇

Thinking about switching? Compare deals with Uswitch in minutes: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/

20/08/2026

Ever wondered how much solar panels could actually save you? ☀️

Now you can find out in a few minutes. At Uswitch.com, you can get tailored quotes from multiple solar panel installers so you can see exactly what it would cost you and how much you could save.

Get your free quote: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/solar-panels/

Switching to solar could save you hundreds on your energy bills. Compare quotes from trusted UK installers like Glow Green, Sunsave and Heatable with Uswitch. Find August 2026 solar panel costs, savings, and expert advice here.

19/08/2026

⚽ The new football season kicks off this weekend, but if your broadband and TV contract has already ended, you might be paying a lot more than you need to for it.

Turns out 1 in 3 bundle customers think they have to stay with their current provider to keep their sports channels. That's not true, and the mix-up could be costing you £373 a year.

Check out our tips before kick-off.

Sport bundles are currently starting from £43.99 a month for new customers, so a few minutes checking your package could save you hundreds this season. Compare deals now 👉 https://bit.ly/4zqoF5P