Recycled Toilet Paper Buying Guide

It is marketed as the better loo roll for you and the environment, but what do you really know about recycled toilet paper? Here is some information.

Portable solar panels buying guide

Planning a camping trip? Portable solar panels can provide free electricity wherever you go. Canstar Blue takes a look at everything you need to know.

Best Satellite Internet Plans in Australia

KEY POINTS NBN’s Sky Muster and Starlink offer satellite internet, mostly for regional areas of Australia. Sky Muster Plus Premium and Starlink offer unlimited plans, usually with faster speeds than older satellite internet services. A range of providers offer NBN Sky Muster satellite plans, however Starlink typically has higher setup and ongoing costs and is … Continued

The best Samsung Galaxy S23 FE plans and deals

Samsung’s latest ‘fan edition’ phone is here — the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is available to buy outright from retailers and on a plan from participating telcos. A more budget-friendly version of the standard Samsung Galaxy S23, the Galaxy S23 FE packs in the ‘fan favourite’ features, such as great quality cameras and plenty of … Continued

One million Aussies complained to their telco in FY23: Are you one of them?

New data about telco complaints shows Aussie providers have plenty of room for improvement — with mobile customers in particular raising concerns about poor customer service and unfair fees. Both the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) have released their annual reports for 2023, delivering insights into the most-complained-about … Continued

Hoover vs Dyson Vacuum Cleaners

They’re two of the biggest names in the vacuuming world – but does Dyson or Hoover offer the best features and value?

What is solar air conditioning?

In this article, we explain how solar air conditioners work, what types are currently available, and ask the big question: are they cheaper to run than conventional models?

Miele Triflex HX2 Cordless Vacuum Review

Miele is well known for its quality appliances, and after the success of the Triflex HX1 cordless vacuum, they’ve launched the second model – the Triflex HX2. With a few added features and functionality, it’s designed for versatility so you can vacuum wherever you need to. Here’s our review of the new HX2 cordless vacuum.   … Continued

NBN connection types: What type of NBN do I have?

There are three major NBN connection types that account for most connections: Fibre to the Premises (FTTP), Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) and Fibre to the Node (FTTN), in order of the (generally) fastest to the slowest. There are sub-categories of NBN types such as Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) and Fibre to the Building (FTTB), … Continued

Consumer watchdog urges households to check for faulty solar batteries

The consumer watchdog is urging households with a solar battery to check their system as soon as possible following a recall for potentially hazardous batteries. Households with an affected LG solar battery are being warned to turn off their system immediately by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) after it was revealed these batteries … Continued