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• Cycle to Work Scheme

  The Cycle to Work scheme has proven to be a successful initiative in promoting cycling as a viable commuting option. By providing employees with the opportunity to purchase a bicycle at a reduced cost, the scheme not only encourages healthier and more environmentally friendly transportation habits but also offers significant financial benefits for both employers and employees. So, if you've been thinking about incorporating cycling into your daily commute, the Cycle to Work scheme might just be the perfect incentive to get started. Read More

  Date: 01/10/2023

• Apple announces the iPhone 12

  Apple has just announced the iPhone 12 at its launch event in San Francisco Read More

  Date: 13/10/2020

• Apple announces second-generation iPhone SE

  Apple today announced the second-generation iPhone SE Read More

  Date: 15/04/2020

• Galaxy S20 Ultra features the best smartphone display EVER according to DisplayMate

  Galaxy S20 Ultra features the best smartphone display EVER according to DisplayMate Read More

  Date: 18/02/2020

• Samsung announces new Galaxy smartphones

  Samsung has just announced the new Galaxy S20 and Z Flip smartphones at its Samsung Galaxy Unpacked launch event in San Francisco Read More

  Date: 12/02/2020

• CoverCloud wins the Gold Trusted Service award again

  We're very proud to announce that CoverCloud has again been recognised as one of the most trusted insurance brands by customers in the annual Feefo Trusted Service awards for 2020 Read More

  Date: 21/01/2020

• Apple announces the iPhone 11

  Apple has just announced the iPhone 11 at its launch event in San Francisco Read More

  Date: 12/09/2019

• Apple unveils the iPhone X and iPhone 8

  Apple has launched not one, but three new iPhones a decade after it released the very first version of the best-selling smartphone. Read More

  Date: 12/09/2017

• CoverCloud is voted Best Gadget Insurance Provider

  CoverCloud are proud to announce that our customers have voted CoverCloud as 'The Best Gadget Insurance Provider 2016' on customer review site Smart Money People. Read More

  Date: 10/11/2016

• Apple Announces iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

  Apple have announced their next generation of iPhones: the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus. Read More

  Date: 07/09/2016

• The New iPhone SE. For when big is not always better!

  Apple announced the release of the iPhone SE yesterday to the usual interest from industry. The big news is that the SE is smaller than the iPhone 6 and 6s but that it has the same technology. Read More

  Date: 22/03/2016

• BANNED: when gadgets fall foul of the law

  Every gadget has its teething troubles. Sometimes it’s a design fault that causes the issues, sometimes it’s because it’s too weird and sometimes it’s because it’s just too damn dangerous. Read More

  Date: 15/03/2016

• Taking your smartphone on holiday this year? Better make sure it is sand and surf proofed!

  Heading to the beach this summer? We take a look at some of the more rugged smartphones on the market that can cope with sea, sun, sand and more. Read More

  Date: 10/03/2016

• Samsung announce Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge

  The Galaxy S7 has been officially unveiled by Samsung. The Galaxy S7 and S7 edge are available to pre-order now and will go on sale on 11 March. Read More

  Date: 21/02/2016

• We can cover your phone. But what about your data?

  Here at CoverCloud we cover your phone against all kinds of disasters. But no matter what happens to your phone – whether it’s an iPhone or an Android - you’ll never be without for too long. However, it’s a different story when it comes to data. And by that we mean your contacts, your photos, music, videos, everything that’s precious and unique to you. Read More

  Date: 11/02/2016

• What's the best selling phone of all time?

  So what would you say was the best-selling phone of all time? The iPhone 6S? The Samsung Galaxy? Think again. Read More

  Date: 29/01/2016

• Are you making the most of your iPhone?

  There’s, apparently, a new iPhone coming out. No one knows what it’ll be called – the 7 or the 7 Plus or 7 Mini maybe - and no one is even sure when it’s coming out Read More

  Date: 28/01/2016

• Apple announces new iPhones, iPad Pro and refreshed Apple TV

  At today's event in San Francisco, Apple announced their newest iPhones, a much larger iPad called the iPad Pro and a refresh of Apple TV, their set top TV box. Read More

  Date: 09/09/2015

• Apple announces iPhone 6s event for September 9th

  Apple has just sent out official invitations for its next special event on September 9th. Read More

  Date: 27/08/2015

• iPhone 6S release date & new features

  With just a few days to go until Apple launch the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus, we take a quick look at the likely new features of Apple's latest and greatest smartphone. Read More

  Date: 20/08/2015

• Apple launches new iPod touch

  Apple's iPod finally gets a makeover with an updated range of players in new colours and memory sizes. And the iPod touch is much faster too. Read More

  Date: 16/07/2015

• Apple Pay goes live in the UK today

  The Apple Pay service launches today in the UK with support from more than 250,000 stores, including Waitrose, Boots and Marks & Spencer. Read More

  Date: 14/07/2015

• Apple Music goes live today

  The Apple Music streaming service has gone live today with the intention of competing with Spotify, Deezer, Rhapsody, Google Play and Tidal. Read More

  Date: 30/06/2015

• An introduction to the Apple Watch

  There are only a few days to go until Apple’s new wearable gadget, the Apple Watch becomes available for pre-order on the 10th April. Read More

  Date: 05/04/2015

• Should you protect your Home with Home Emergency Cover

  If you are unfortunate enough to have a home emergency such as your central heating breaking down or your drains becoming blocked, you need comprehensive cover Read More

  Date: 05/04/2015

• Pet insurance - choose the right policy and cover

  Your pet is a most important member of the family and their well being is completely in your hands. But if the unthinkable happens and your pet needs urgent medical care and attention you may be looking at extensive costs from your Vet. Read More

  Date: 05/04/2015

• Mobile phone operators agree to charges cap on stolen phone

  Victims of mobile phone theft are to have their charges capped at £100 when thieves run up huge unauthorised bills. Read More

  Date: 22/03/2015

• Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge now available to pre-order

  Samsung's Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge smartphones are available to pre-order in the UK from today (20 March). Read More

  Date: 20/03/2015

• Apple Watch launches on April 24th

  Apple Watch launches on April 24th with preorders starting on April 10th. Initially available in 9 countries. Pricing has also been announced with the cheapest Apple Watch Sport starting at £299 to over £13,000 for the 18-Carat Gold Apple Watch Edition. Read More

  Date: 09/03/2015

• Samsung announce Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge

  Samsung today unveiled two new flagships: the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona Read More

  Date: 09/03/2015

• Apple announces 'Spring forward' event

  Apple has sent out invitations for its 'Spring Forward' event on Monday March 9th Read More

  Date: 26/02/2015

• Sony launches new £949 Walkman

  Sony has announced a new £949 Walkman at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas Read More

  Date: 06/01/2015

• Tesco Hudl 2 will go on sale October 9

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  Date: 01/10/2014

• Apple responds on 'bend gate'

  Apple has responded to the criticism about the seemingly weak construction of the iPhone 6 Plus which means that it could possibly bend during normal use. They have said that just nine customers have complained about such an issue. Read More

  Date: 25/09/2014

• Apple sells over 10 million iPhone 6 and 6 Plus phones

  Apple has sold over 10 million iPhone 6 and 6 Plus phones during its first 3 days of sale. This includes 4 million units sold in the first 24 hours of pre-order sales. The latest iPhone models have faced stock shortages across the world, particularly the iPhone 6 Plus which has limited their availability for sale. Read More

  Date: 22/09/2014

• Apple announce iPhone 6 and 6 plus

  Apple showed off its brand new iPhone 6 with a curved back and thinner profile. It has a bigger screen than previous iPhones with a 4.7-inch display. Apple also announced a big-screen model called the iPhone 6 Plus which has a 5.5-inch display. Read More

  Date: 09/09/2014

• iPhone 6 rumours growing

  Rumours about the next-generation iPhone have reached fever-pitch as the September 9 iPhone event gets closer Read More

  Date: 19/08/2014

• Tesco to release Hudl 2 in September

  Tesco will be launching a second iteration of its Hudl tablet later in 2014. Read More

  Date: 07/05/2014

• The iPad 4 returns as new entry-level model

  Apple today did away with the iPad 2 and reintroduced the iPad 4 with Lightning connector as their entry level iPad. The device was originally introduced in October 2012 alongside the first iPad mini, and it was discontinued upon the launch of the iPad Air last fall Read More

  Date: 18/03/2014

• Apple launches a cheaper iPhone 5c

  Apple has today launched a cheaper version of the iPhone 5c with 8GB storage. It will cost £429 which is £40 less than the 16GB model. Read More

  Date: 18/03/2014

• Samsung launches the new Galaxy S5 smartphone

  Samsung today launched the Galaxy S5 smartphone at the Mobile World Congress trade show in Barcelona Read More

  Date: 25/02/2014

• Nokia launch new smart phones that run Android

  Nokia today launched a family of cut price smartphones that run the Android operating system. The Nokia X family of smartphones will start from £74 and are aimed at the low end of the smartphone market Read More

  Date: 24/02/2014

• CES Wrap-Up

  The annual tech and gadget fest, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has come to an end for another year after showing the world what the future of technology holds for us. Read More

  Date: 10/01/2014

• New iPads and MacBooks announced by Apple

  Today Apple announced new iPads, MacBook Pros and the release of its updated operating system OSX Mavericks Read More

  Date: 22/10/2013

• Tesco launch 7 inch Tablet for £119

  Tesco today launched Hudl, a new 7 inch tablet that aims to give it a foothold in the growing market for more competitively priced tablet computers. Read More

  Date: 23/09/2013

• iPhone 5C and 5S go on sale today

  Apple released the iPhone 5C and 5S to the masses today. There was limited supply of the highly sought smartphones with the gold version being especially elusive. The online UK and US stores now show the gold iPhone as not being available until October. Read More

  Date: 20/09/2013

• Apple releases iOS7

  Apple hasreleased iOS7 to the public. This is the biggest refresh of their mobile operating system since the iPhone was originally released in 2007. It is now available as an over-the-air update or through iTunes. Read More

  Date: 18/09/2013

• Apple announce new iPhones

  Apple had today announced new iPhones. An all new colourful plastic iPhone called the iPhone 5C and an update to the current iPhone called the iPhone 5S which features a fingerprint sensor, updated camera and much improved processor. Read More

  Date: 10/09/2013

• Will iPhone 5S act as an electronic wallet?

  A patent filing suggests that the iPhone 5S may have NFC contactless payment capabilities as well as a fingerprint sensor. NFC capabilities allow a phone to act as an electronic wallet merely by holding it close to a sensor at a cash register. Read More

  Date: 09/09/2013

• Samsung annouces the Galaxy Gear smartwatch

  Samsung announced its first foray into wearable gadgets at an event in Berlin today. The Galaxy Gear smartwatch can make and receive calls, control apps and even take pictures. Read More

  Date: 04/09/2013

• This should brighten the Apple fans' day

  Apple hassent out invites for their September 10th event, scheduled for 10 AM local time in Cupertino, California. Read More

  Date: 03/09/2013

• Windows 8.1 to be released 17 October

  Microsoft confirms 17 October as Windows 8.1 release date. Read More

  Date: 27/08/2013