Over the past decade the NBN has revolutionalised internet connectivity in Australia, providing households with more consistent internet connections. However, in areas where a fixed-line NBN connection isn’t available, some homes are still connected to legacy ADSL internet. In this article, Canstar Blue explores ADSL internet and if it is still an option for you. … Continued
5G technology is being rolled out worldwide, and virtually every phone brand has jumped on the bandwagon. In this Canstar Blue guide, we will run through what 5G is and whether it’s worth buying a new 5G phone just yet. What is 5G mobile? 5G is the next generation of mobile network technology, currently being … Continued
From calendar events to important contacts, smartphones hold so much of the info we need to function in everyday life – which is why losing your phone can be a major inconvenience. Therefore, it’s essential to be able to find your phone, should it go missing. Read our handy guide to finding your lost iPhone. … Continued
5G has undergone a huge period of change in the past few years, with Telstra, Vodafone and Optus officially switching on their respective networks in selected areas. In this article, Canstar Blue explores Telstra’s 5G network. Where is Telstra 5G available? Telstra has been at the forefront of 5G technology in Australia. The telco has claimed … Continued
VPNs are a great way of adding an additional layer of protection to your personal information while online. With so many VPN providers on offer, it can be confusing knowing where to start. In this article we explain who the best VPN providers are in Australia. What is a VPN? A VPN, or Virtual Private … Continued
In this Canstar Blue guide, we take a closer look at solar electricity plans to help you decide which may be best for your situation. Thousands of Australian households are switching to solar every year. It’s important that you’re maximising the return on your solar panels investment with a solar energy plan suited for your … Continued
Australia is a massive producer of liquid natural gas. Just how do we handle this resource? Learn more with Canstar Blue
If your internet plan isn’t delivering on its promised fast speeds, it might be held back by other households using the same provider as you during peak hours. In this article Canstar Blue explains why internet contention ratios could be the reason your home broadband performance is lacking. What is internet contention ratio? An … Continued
Find out how much of Australia the Telstra network covers, and whether it’s the provider for you in this Canstar Blue article.
Every iPhone user knows the frustration of their blue iMessages occasionally switching to green SMS. However, iMessage has more to offer than different coloured bubbles, such as encrypted messaging, apps, stickers, games and more. Canstar Blue explains iMessage in this handy guide. What is iMessage? iMessage is Apple’s internet-based messaging service for iOS, iPadOS, and … Continued