Prepaid internet and mobile broadband plans

One of the best ways you can manage your mobile broadband use is by getting a prepaid mobile broadband plan — that being a plan that you pay for in advance, typically on a month-to-month basis, with a prepaid contract. Plenty of providers have these on offer, and it’s definitely something to consider if you’re … Continued

Telstra bundle plans compared: Internet and entertainment

Telstra is arguably Australia’s most all-inclusive telco, especially if you’re looking for an entertainment bundle for the whole family to enjoy. Whether you’re after a home internet plan or a mobile phone plan, there are plenty of bundling options available. For those wishing for more than just a standard internet service, Telstra provides the goods … Continued

NBN battery explained

If you’re one of the lucky souls to be on a Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) NBN connection, your NBN installation might also include a battery pack to weather any power outages. However, as with all batteries, these will eventually run out of charge – so if you’re considering battery back-up, there’s a few key … Continued

What is Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) NBN?

FTTP stands for fibre to the premises and is one of the rarer types of NBN connection. Review speeds, plans & prices on FTTP connections with Canstar Blue.

Christmas food prices compared: is ALDI, Coles or Woolies cheaper?

It’s both the most wonderful and expensive time of the year, with many Aussie households likely to fork out much more than the cost of their regular grocery shop on food and drinks over the Christmas season. To help you shop smarter and save money at the checkout, we’ve compiled a Christmas food price comparison … Continued

NBN bundles compared: Home phone and internet

Compare NBN bundles from service providers including Telstra, TPG and Optus in this Canstar Blue review. How to find the best bundle!

More homes to be eligible for fast NBN as high-speed plan costs drop

NBN Co has announced a further 400,000 homes and businesses will be eligible for its free fibre upgrade program, bringing the total number of addresses earmarked for super-fast NBN to more than three million. The expanded upgrade rollout comes just weeks after NBN Co’s updated wholesale pricing agreement came into effect. Under the new pricing … Continued

LG vs Mitsubishi Air Conditioners Reviewed

Two much-loved Aussie icons of air conditioning have come head to head. Who reigns supreme? Find out in this review by Canstar Blue.

5G vs 4G: What’s the difference?

If you’re happy using 5G networks, you may be wondering just how 4G is different. Fortunately, we’ve answered some of your most-asked questions about 5G and 4G, covering everything from speeds, to prices, to network safety. Read on for Canstar Blue’s simple guide to 5G vs. 4G in Australia. In this guide: What do ‘5G’ … Continued

Not good enough: Regulator slams Telstra over new billing blunder

Australia’s largest telco, Telstra, has paid $24 million in penalties and refunds after the consumer watchdog found that it had wrongly billed over 6,000 customers — the majority of which were small businesses. An Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) investigation found that the overbilling occurred between April 2012 and August 2023, leaving Telstra in … Continued