Google’s latest announcement was all about the brand’s 2023 smartphones — but the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro aren’t the only new products in the Pixel portfolio. Accompanying the phones are an all-new Pixel Watch 2, along with upgraded Pixel Buds Pro earbuds. The Watch 2 and the new Buds Pro are available to pre-order … Continued
Red Energy has paid $254,436 in penalties to the Victorian energy regulator after allegedly sending customers incorrect or minimal best offer messaging on their energy bills last year. The Essential Services Commission (ESC) alleged that the retailer failed to correctly communicate best offer messaging to 30,982 customers over a two-week period in 2022. This included … Continued
It’s the tail end of 2023, but the big-time tech announcements keep on coming. The Google Pixel 8 series is now official, with the brand unveiling two new phones featuring updated specs and software, improved cameras, and better-than-ever AI assistance. Google’s new launch includes the standard Pixel 8, the premium Pixel 8 Pro, as well … Continued
While the end of the year is usually the time for Apple and Google to shine with the newest iPhone and Pixel releases, Samsung has thrown out a surprise announcement — revealing the ‘fan edition’ version of its Galaxy S23 series. The ‘fan edition’ takes the favourite features of that particular device, and packs them … Continued
Finding a better energy deal should now be easier than ever for Aussie households and small businesses, thanks to the launch of the energy regulator’s long-discussed Better Bills Guideline. The guidelines, which came into effect on September 30, 2023, see energy retailers required to highlight important aspects of billing information, such as costs and energy … Continued
If your home is lucky enough to receive NBN, there are a few things to know about speed tiers. Find out which speed best suits you with Canstar Blue.
Getting down and dirty with pet fur, long hair and dust is a mess that you’d probably rather sweep under the rug. A bagged vacuum cleaner might be the perfect solution to this problem. Alternative bagless models require users to empty the canister directly into a bin, which can cause dust and other particles to go rogue. Fortunately, … Continued
Backpack vacuum cleaners provide maximum versatility for commercial cleaning, and can be just as useful in the home. This style of vacuum is designed to make it easy to clean, having no barrel to drag around, with some options even being cordless. Learn all you need to know about backpack vacuum cleaners with this Canstar … Continued
Everyone loves chocolate but there are some ways to enjoy it that are a little more fun, like using a chocolate fondue machine! It’s not only a good excuse to scoff down melted chocolate by the spoonful, but it also allows for adding other ingredients like fruits and nuts into the mix, for something good … Continued
No summer staple is more important in Australia than the appliance you’ll use to cool down your home. A popular option is the split system air conditioner, one of several types of air conditioners on the market. But this is often compared with the evaporative cooler, a generally much cheaper alternative to the traditional air … Continued