Mobile Phones

Beyond the camera, three things decide how long a phone remains pleasant to use, and only one of them is usually on the front of the box.

Software support. How many years of operating system and security updates the manufacturer commits to. This varies enormously between makers and price tiers, and it is what determines whether a phone is safe to use in four years or not. It is the single most important specification and the most often overlooked.

Storage. Many phones cannot be expanded, and photos and apps fill space faster than people expect. 128GB is a sensible floor.

Battery capacity, which decides whether the phone survives a full day as it ages.

The range covers mainstream handsets from Apple, Samsung, Motorola, HONOR and Nothing, alongside senior and simple phones from Doro and Alcatel — large buttons, clear displays and long battery life, for anyone who wants a phone that makes calls and nothing more.

Phone accessories, cases, tripods and cleaning supplies sit alongside them. See also chargers.