So, you’re thinking about buying a refurbished phone? Smart move! But here’s the big question: How are refurbished phones tested? At The Big Phone Store, we go the extra mile (actually, more like 90+ checkpoints) to make sure every refurbished phone we sell is in top condition. Let’s take you behind the scenes and show…
Any time you’ve been in the market for a second-hand phone, you’ve probably heard the term “unlocked.”  You might have even seen a phone advertised as “unlocked”, but what does that mean? How does an unlocked phone differ from one that isn’t? And how do I know if my phone is unlocked? Furthermore, does…
Got an Old Smartphone? Here’s How to Make It Useful Again! Got a smartphone collecting dust somewhere? Instead of letting it live out its days in a drawer, why not squeeze a bit more life (and maybe some cash) out of it? Here are five smart ideas to give your old phone a second chance…
The West Midlands will become the UK’s first 5G internet testers.​ The West Midlands is set to be the first region in the UK to test 5G internet. This means the area will get lightning-fast connectivity before anyone else in the country. Beating out 18 other regions, the West Midlands secured this major win, landing…
Finding your IMEI Number is Easier Than You Think! The IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique 15-digit identification number assigned to every mobile phone and smartphone. It’s like the phone’s fingerprint-completely unique to each device and a key identifier for network providers. Network providers use the IMEI to track, block, and manage phones. If a…