u/_Hologrxphic

I bought a Grade A iPhone 17 Pro Max from CEX in November 2025.
I’ve been travelling abroad since January and have been using a Vietnamese SIM and various eSIMs without any issues. I returned to the UK today, but when I inserted my UK SIM, it wouldn’t work. I also tried two different eSIMs, and neither worked.
I ran a CheckMEND report, which says: “Currently Blocked: The device has been reported lost or stolen to a phone network and will not function on some networks.”
I have no idea when the phone was blocked because it has worked perfectly throughout Asia. Today was the first time I discovered there was an issue. I also contacted my UK network provider, and they confirmed they were not the ones who placed the block.
If I take the phone back to CEX with my receipt, is this something they would refund or replace under their warranty? The phone was Grade A when I bought it, but I have since dropped it and it now has some scuffs around the sides. Would the cosmetic damage affect my claim?

Left the UK in January and currently travelling in south east asia - originally it was only going to be 6 months but I’ve decided to travel long term (several years).

I plan to do a working holiday visa in Australia this tax year so I know i’ll be tax resident there for 2025/2026, but for 2026/2027 i’ll be in multiple countries and not really settled anywhere.

If during a full tax year I am not in one country for more than 30 days - where am I tax resident? Would it default to the UK as I don’t have tax residency anywhere else, and if so, can I pay into my ISA during this time?

Hey Guys.

Been travelling SEA for the last 5 months - arrived in Bali a week ago and had a scooter accident on the third day.

I have a severe sprain in my right ankle and also neck and back pain. I’m going to see a specialist on Tuesday and then maybe a physio later.

I have until the 4th July before I return home and can’t do anything I originally planned like surfing / hiking / diving etc etc.

Need ideas on how to spend my time in Bali with limited mobility (struggling to walk).

I’m thinking head to Ubud and get a nice hotel, maybe get my nails done or some spa treatments. Other than this I really don’t have any clue what to do. I’d ideally like to see some sights / viewpoints that are easily accessible via Grab bikes without much walking.

If anyone has any suggestions please let me know, I don’t want to waste a month sat in bed not doing anything!