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Lifestyle
on the Fuse blog.

11 articles in this category.

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Best Data SIM for a Tablet or Router

A data SIM for your tablet, iPad, or MiFi router changes everything — here's how to choose the right one and why multi-network coverage matters.

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Data SIM for a Smartwatch or Wearable

Cellular smartwatches need their own data connection to work independently. Here's how eSIM works in wearables and what to look for in a UK data SIM.

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Second Phone Number on One Device

Two numbers, one phone — here's how to set up a second phone number via eSIM for work and personal use, and why multi-network coverage makes all the difference.

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How Much Data Does Google Maps Use?

Google Maps uses far less data than most people expect. Here's the real usage breakdown — plus how to navigate using zero data at all.

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How Much Data Does Netflix Use?

Exactly how much data Netflix uses per hour at every quality setting — plus a monthly usage table and which Fuse plan fits your streaming habits.

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How Much Data Does Spotify Use?

Find out exactly how much data Spotify uses per hour and per month, by quality setting — plus which Fuse plan suits your listening habits.

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How Much Data Does YouTube Use?

YouTube data usage ranges from 90 MB/hour at 144p to 7 GB/hour at 4K. Here's exactly how much each quality setting uses — and how to cut your mobile data bill.

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How Much Mobile Data Do I Need? (UK)

Most UK smartphone users need between 8GB and 12GB of mobile data per month. Here's how to work out exactly what you need — and what you're likely wasting.

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How to Check Your Mobile Data Usage

Step-by-step guide to checking your mobile data usage on iPhone and Android, setting warnings, and reading your usage in the Fuse app.

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How to Reduce Mobile Data Usage

Burning through your data allowance too fast? This practical checklist covers every setting and habit that will cut your mobile data usage on Android and iPhone.

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Switch Mobile Network, Keep Your Number

Switching mobile network in the UK takes minutes — get a PAC code, keep your number, activate a new SIM. Here's the full how-to, plus why a multi-network eSIM changes what you switch to.

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