iPhone SE 2022 vs iPhone 13 Mini: which ‘cheaper’ Apple phone should you buy?

Apple’s newest ‘budget’ edition smartphone, the 2022 iPhone SE, is now available to buy from retailers and telcos. Coming in at a little over $700, it’s easily the cheapest new iPhone on offer, but it’s not the only compact and lower-priced device available to Apple buyers. The flagship iPhone 13 series features an ‘entry-level’ model … Continued

EV Vs. Petrol Car: Costs and Savings

Considering the cost, it’s no surprise that people are looking to future-proof their investment, whether it’s through upgrading or downsizing to match life stages, opting for a longer manufacturer’s warranty or even turning to electric vehicles to get ahead of the curve (as well as doing their bit for the environment). But when it comes … Continued

Shoppers go wild over Kmart’s skinny storage trolley

A Kmart shopper has shared a ‘genius’ hack to add extra storage in small nooks and spaces in your kitchen using the department store’s slimline trolley. Kmart’s skinny trolley retails for a cheap and cheerful $35 and is just 20cm wide − perfect to slide under countertops or to fit in the empty space between … Continued

Motorola releases its latest flagship phone, the Edge 30 Pro

2022 is off to a flying start with a whole string of new phones arriving on the market — from the cheap iPhone SE, to Samsung’s latest Galaxy S series. Now, Motorola has its latest flagship smartphone hitting stores — the Motorola Edge 30 Pro. The device was initially previewed at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona … Continued

What is unit pricing? How to work out the REAL cost of groceries

If you’re feeling the pinch of rising prices, especially at the supermarket, you’re not alone. A recent Canstar Blue survey revealed a whopping 71% of Australian shoppers have noticed the price of usual grocery items has increased. One way to stretch your budget further and cut down your grocery bill is to look at unit … Continued

NBN Co fights off Starlink with $750 million boost in regional areas

Regional Australia is set to get a broadband boost, with the Australian Government and NBN Co together allocating a hefty $750 million in funding to improve NBN’s fixed wireless services. In addition to a $480 million cash injection from the Government, NBN Co will also invest $270 million of its own into fixed wireless, with … Continued

ALDI slings designer homewares in Special Buys

ALDI will be giving Kmart a run for its money in the décor department, with the budget supermarket selling some seriously trendy homewares available in Special Buys this week. ALDI’s ‘luxury living’ sale starts on Saturday, 26 March, and includes designer furniture, bed and bath linen, rugs, cushions, and candles. The most coveted items in … Continued

Woolworths to stop selling 15c reusable plastic bags in WA

Woolworths will begin phasing out 15c reusable plastic bags in Western Australia this month, ahead of a statewide ban coming into effect from July 1. The supermarket will be offering shoppers 20c paper shopping bags as an alternative option, which will also be used for online orders. Foldable fabric bags and the Bag For Good … Continued

ALDI forced to cancel snow gear Special Buys due to supply chain issues

ALDI has cancelled its annual snow gear Special Buys sale, citing supply chain issues for the decision. The budget supermarket’s ski gear sale is typically held in May and is arguably the most popular Special Buys event of the year. The sale attracts huge crowds nationally, with shoppers typically lining up outside stores before the … Continued

Samsung’s 2022 Galaxy A Series phones offer premium features, lower prices

Love the look of Samsung’s premium Galaxy S22 devices, but hate the hefty price tag? In great news for more budget-conscious consumers, Samsung has unveiled three new, stylish, and feature-packed mid-range smartphones: the Galaxy A53 5G, Galaxy A33 5G, and upcoming Galaxy A73 5G. Inspired by the design of the flagship S22 series, and offering … Continued