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Phone Arena
3 days ago
- Phone Arena
That T-Mobile freebie you've been waiting for has been delayed for 'unknown reasons'
You probably never expected a water bottle to make not one and not two but three different headlines (in the space of just a few weeks) on a website primarily dedicated to phones and other (sophisticated) mobile devices, but here I am, giving you the news I know so many of you are interested in and nobody wanted to hear today. This is definitely not the world's most valuable freebie, but it will certainly come in handy... at some point. A different source on Reddit (who also seems to know what he's talking about) claims "shipment delay issues" are behind the highly unusual last-minute change. In other words, T-Mo may have had trouble procuring enough water bottles to satisfy your presumably sky-high demand, so instead of potentially running out of inventory within minutes of launching the deal today, a move to "either August 5 or August 12" was decided. That definitely sounds like a wise call, even though it makes this week's T-Mobile Tuesdays slate wholly unexciting... just like so many other past collections of similar goodies and offers. It remains to be seen now if this unexpected delay will impact in any way the other big gift T-Mobile is planning to give all customers with no strings attached on August 26. Probably not, but it might be smart to not take anything for granted yet.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shoppers are racing to Boots to nab FREE beauty bag worth over £30… it contains 4 full-size products but there's a catch
SHOPPERS are racing to get to their nearest Boots store, desperate to nab a free beauty bag that's worth over £30. So if you're desperate for some new make-up, but are on a budget and don't have a lot of cash to splash, then you've come to the right place and won't want to miss this. 3 3 3 But beauty buffs will need to be aware that there is a catch. One bargain hunter was left thrilled when browsing in her local Boots in Banbury, when she spotted the Beauty Heroes gift set. There's a handful of different gift sets to choose from, all of which are worth over £30 and contain four full-size products. But if you want to nab one for free, then you'll need to spend £20 on selected items in the beauty section. Posting on social media, Amba Rose, who is known online as 'your virtual petite sis', gave her followers a close-up look at the epic freebie, leaving many totally stunned. As she filmed herself in Boots, the content creator said: 'How cute is this? You get a free beauty bag when you spend £20 in the cosmetic section.' Amba recognised that there were 'quite a few' different freebie bags to choose from, all of which contain products from Maybelline, NYX, Essie and Elf. While each bag has an Essie nail polish, the other items all vary, as Amba beamed: 'So many options! They all have Essie nail polish but one has a beauty blender, mascara, brow gel, brow stick! All sorts.' After buying a new foundation and a blush duo, Amba qualified to get the bag without having to spend a penny extra, as she gushed: 'I'm so chuffed with that cosmetics bag. It's so good.' Not only this, but she also added: 'Honestly obsessed with this beauty bag!!!! Worth £30.' Amba's TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ has clearly impressed many, as it has quickly racked up 417,400 views, 32,300 likes and 124 comments. Beauts fans were gobsmacked by the brilliant freebie and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this. One person said: 'I got that yesterday.' Another added: 'Running to Boots immediately.' A third commented: 'Loveeee.' Meanwhile, one beauty fan wrote: 'SLAY I need this.' But you'll need to move quickly if you want to get your hands on this freebie, as they are available in Boots stores while stocks last. Top 3 beauty products every woman should be using Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook shared the holy-grail products every woman needs to be using. A cleanser, SPF, and hair oil are must-haves within beauty routines. A cleanser is crucial for healthy skin as it removes dirt, oil, and other impurities for flawless skin. This skincare step not only cleanses the face and removes dirt, but also prevents breakouts and premature skin ageing, helping you maintain a healthy, youthful, and blemish-free complexion. The Aveeno Face Calm+ Restore Nourishing Oat Cleanser is a go-to of mine due to its gentle formula that soothes and restores the skin's appearance and texture. SPF is non-negotiable and should be in everyone's daily skincare routine. Even on cooler, cloudier days, our skin is exposed to the sun's UV rays which can be harmful to unprotected skin and even lead to damage. These damages include sunburn, pigmentation changes, and wrinkles which can impact the skin's texture and appearance. In some cases, prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause skin cancer. Applying SPF daily prevents these damages and protects the skin from harmful rays. I recommend the Beauty Of Joseon Rice & Prebiotic Sunscreen PA++++ SPF50+ for its lightweight, non-clumping texture that absorbs quickly for a natural finish and maximum protection. Hair oil has many benefits and should be regularly used. This treatment can strengthen and protect the hair from external stressors while improving its appearance and shine. Regularly applying hair oil can also reduce breakage and even encourage hair growth for longer, fuller locks. Hair oils also target the scalp, reducing dandruff and improving its health through exfoliation. I recommend using this deeply nourishing treatment a couple of times a week or more depending on the hair's moisture levels. The Hair Syrup Rapunzel Pre-Wash Oil Treatment is a nutrient-rich treatment that revitalises strands to promote a happy scalp and healthy-looking locks. Apply the syrup throughout damp hair before washing; massage from root to tip and allow the formula to penetrate strands before rinsing and styling.
The Sun
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Secret gaming freebie hidden inside millions of Sky TVs and boxes will keep your family entertained for hours
A CLEVER gaming freebie is lurking on your Sky TV just waiting to be unlocked. It'll keep the whole family entertained for hours, but you've probably missed it. 6 6 If you've got Sky, you'll probably be familiar with some of the service's most popular apps. You'll likely have clicked on Netflix, Disney+, or Amazon Prime Video. But there's another app that you might have missed: Games by It's a free app that you can access on your Sky Glass TV or Sky box that comes loaded with games. You don't have to pay a penny to play them, although you will have to sit through some ads. If you're a retro gaming fan then you're in luck: it has some real classics. For a start, you've got Pac-Man, the iconic arcade game where you gobble dots and dodge ghosts. There's also legendary Atari hit Breakout, where you smash a ball against overhead blocks using a side-scrolling paddle. And the app even features a Sky version of Tetris that you can play on your telly too. With all of the games, you can just play with your Sky remote. Sky customers can claim delicious freebies in new giveaway scheme That means it's extremely easy to pick up and play, and doesn't demand any extra gear. There are loads of child-friendly games inside the app, including Teletubbies and SpongeBob Squarepants titles. And there are board and card games too, like Chess, Solitaire, Backgammon, and Connect4. You've also got an entire category of trivia games if you want to have a quiz night at home. 6 6 6 And although it's a bit early, there are several Christmas -themed games that you can load up over the holidays too. The games aren't exactly as good as buying a console and loading up the latest Xbox or PS5 hit. But they're a great way to kill time with your living room TV, with no upfront fees or membership costs to worry about. HOW TO FIND THE GAMES To find it, go to your Sky's Home screen. 6 Then scroll down on the main page to the Apps & Inputs row. Don't click it – instead scroll to the right until you hit Games by Tap on that and you'll be able to get started with a massive selection of games. Once you've opened the app once, it should start appearing closer to the front of the Apps row of your Home Screen. FIND TELLY FASTER TOO Want to snap straight to a specific type of content? The microphone button on your Sky TV remote is surprisingly effective. There are loads of voice commands that you can try out if you're hunting for something to watch. Here's an official list of search commands from Sky... Search for specified movie - "[Movie title]" Search for specified programme - "[Programme title]" Search for content which stars specified actor - "[Actor name]" Search for content directed by specified director - "[Director name]" Search for movies within specified genre - "[Movie genre]" Search for sport content within specified genre. Genres include football, F1, Rugby Union, Cricket, and Rugby League - "[Sport genre]" Search specific channel - "[Channel name]" Search for movies with a specific star rating - "[x] star movies" "movies rated [x] stars" Search for content with specified picture format. Picture format includes SD, HD, and Ultra HD - "[Picture format]" Search for sports, teams or competitions – '[Sport Name]', '[Team Name]', '[Competition Name]' Picture Credit: Sky
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Octopus Energy customers outraged over ‘ridiculous' rule which means they miss out on free £50
OCTOPUS energy customers have been left outraged over a "ridiculous" rule which means they miss out on a £50 freebie. The UK's biggest energy supplier runs a referral scheme which gives current customers and the new joiner cash. 1 Each party receives £50 when the referred friend signs up directly through the website using the existing customer's special link. But customers are just realising there's a major caveat in the policy. If the house was already supplied by Octopus you cannot get the cash freebie - even if you just moved into the property and are a new customer. One angry customer took to social media and wrote: " Octopus energy have a refer a friend deal on. "As Jess has just bought a house we referred her. You should get £50 credit each but as the previous house owner was with them this means Jess doesn't qualify for the deal, I can't understand why as she is a new customer and it's a new contract. "Typical big company changing rules." Users quickly agreed with post. One wrote: "That makes no sense whatsoever should be on an individual." Another said: "That's ridiculous. New customer, new contract, new friend!" A spokesperson for Octopus said: "If a customer moves into a property that is already supplied by us, they're unfortunately not eligible for the referral credit. The scheme is specifically designed for homes that are completely new to Octopus. "We had to introduce it to prevent abuse of the scheme, and it's been in place since the start. "We know this can be frustrating for new customers moving into a home already supplied by us, but this rule helps us keep the scheme fair and transparent for everyone. "But we totally recognise that this occasionally gets in the way of legitimate customers and that's the last thing we want. "Anyone who thinks they're negatively affected should email hello@ and we'll sort them out." How to cut energy costs and get help with FOUR key household bills Following The Sun's involvement, Octopus has since reached out to the disgruntled customer to work out a resolution. If you think you should qualify for a referral reward and are initially turned down, it's worth emailing hello@ and put forward your case over why you should qualify. It comes after thousands of Octopus Energy customers are set to receive a share of £1.5 million in compensation after Ofgem found the company had broken the rules. More than 34,000 energy customers didn't get their final bills within six weeks of leaving, breaching the energy watchdog's rules. Earn you cash for nothing Refer-a-friend rewards aren't just available through energy companies. You can earn cash sums on everything from broadband and banking to food and fashion, simply for telling pals about a company you enjoy using and encouraging them to sign up too. Utility providers often have some of the most lucrative schemes. For example, with Sky you can earn up to £100 in vouchers by referring friends. You can even get money for referring friends to cashback sites. TopCashback, for example, use your unique tell-a-friend link, and once your pal has earned their first £10 cashback, you'll receive up to £20 in your cashback account. How to save on broadband and TV bills HERE'S how to save money on your broadband and TV bills: Audit your subscriptions If you've got multiple subscriptions to various on-demand services, such as Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Sky consider whether you need them all. Could you even just get by with Freeview, which couldn't cost you anything extra each month for TV. Also make sure you're not paying for Netflix twice via Sky and directly. Haggle for a discount If you want to stay with your provider, check prices elsewhere to set a benchmark and then call its customer services and threaten to leave unless it price matches or lowers your bill. Switch and save If you don't want to stay with your current provider check if you can cancel your contract penalty free and switch to a cheaper provider. A comparison site, such as BroadbandChoices or Uswitch, will help you find the best deal for free.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sheetz is giving away free hot dogs — here's how to get yours
Sheetz is offering a special deal for National Hot Dog Day. Customers can receive two free hot dogs with a fuel purchase, according to a community announcement. The promotion is scheduled to run from Wednesday, July 16, through Tuesday, July 22, and is available at all Sheetz locations with fuel services, according to the announcement. To redeem the offer, customers must purchase at least 10 gallons of any fuel grade in a single transaction and add the offer under the OFFERZ tab in the Sheetz app. Extras and add-ons to the hot dogs are excluded from the promotion. The Sheetz app, available for Apple and Android devices, helps customers locate stores, manage My Sheetz Rewardz®, buy gift cards and access mobile offers. Customers interested in downloading the app can go to according to the announcement. This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at The Herald-Mail is growing its local news: Send your news to us This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Sheetz celebrates National Hot Dog Day with a freebie for drivers
