Households that pay quarterly electricity bills have been warned to brace for a bill shock in October. In its latest state of the market report, the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) said customers on quarterly billing cycles – at least 69% of households according to Canstar Blue data – are likely to see increases to their … Continued
German juggernaut Miele launched its first ever cordless stick vacuum in 2020, and it continues to offer more than meets the eye. Miele’s brainchild – the Triflex HX1 – comes with an intelligent design incorporating three vacuums in one and a filter that doesn’t need changing. But, is it really worth its weight? Learn all … Continued
Not all energy plans are created equal when it comes to the underlying costs you’ll be paying for powering your home. That’s why it’s important that you’re able to identify a good electricity rate when you see one. Before we dive into what a ‘good’ rate looks like, it’s worth noting that your total energy … Continued
Cleaning your television regularly will help to extend its lifespan and ensure you get to watch your favourite shows without dust, fingerprints or streaks getting in the way. Thankfully, compared to other items around the house, cleaning a TV requires only few products and minimal elbow grease. Follow this Canstar Blue guide to learn everything … Continued
Dyson and Shark go head to head in the battle to win a spot in your home. Compare their products, features and price at Canstar Blue.
Nothing beats the feeling of coming home to a slow cooked winter warmer on a freezing winter’s day. Or perhaps the satisfaction of knowing it required minimal prep time, effort and supervision. You just chopped up your ingredients, chucked them into a pot, pressed ‘set’ to cook and a few hours later, voila! That’s the … Continued
Before you switch on your clothes dryer, consider whether or not you’re about to heat something you shouldn’t. Here is a guide to clothes dryer-safe fabrics.
How much electricity does your toaster use to make a piece of toast and what does it cost? Find the answer at Canstar Blue.
It’s a busy time of year for premium smartphones, with the most recent iPhone 15 series and Google Pixel 8 series taking much of the limelight, and even Samsung coming out with its new Samsung Galaxy S23 FE. But for those of you not willing to spend $1,000 or more on a new phone, OPPO … Continued
Google’s latest Pixel series features some impressive specs, but carries the big price tags to match. If you’re looking at picking up your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro, you’ll have your choice of the big three telcos, with the option to split the payment over 12, 24 or 36 months. So, if you want … Continued