Abi Buckland

Abi Buckland was a content producer at Canstar Blue for almost two years until 2024, most recently in the Telco section. She is studying a Bachelor of Business Management and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at the University of Queensland.


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Can I get a phone plan without data?

Posted by October 1st 2024

If you’re not spending much time scrolling socials or browsing the web while you’re not connected to WiFi, it might be worth looking into no data phone plans. No-data or low data plans are usually …


Watching sports on TV

How to watch Women’s State of Origin 2024

Posted by May 27th 2024

For the first time in history, the 2024 Women's State of Origin will take place over a not-to-be-missed three-match series. So, bust out your merch and settle in with your favourite snacks, as the best …


White modem/router in the home

Can I use my own modem with a new internet plan?

Posted by April 16th 2024

Many internet providers include modems with their plans, but there are often added costs involved. So if you already have a modem, can you use it with a new internet plan? In this Canstar Blue …


4g

4G Home Internet Plans in Australia

Posted by January 18th 2024

The NBN is well and truly the number one choice in the internet world for Australians, but as with any avenue of internet connectivity, it certainly has its downfalls. There are a couple of alternatives, …


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Best streaming bundles in Australia

Posted by January 18th 2024

It started with a harmless subscription to Netflix to see what all the fuss was about. Blink, and suddenly you’re tied up in eight different subscriptions and twelve different storylines – and you can’t bring …


Sim Cards

SIM card sizes and types explained

Posted by May 14th 2024

The details of phone plans can be confusing, particularly finding the right SIM card to fit into your phone. We explain the different types of SIM cards.


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Where to buy SIM cards in Australia

Posted by October 3rd 2024

A subscriber identity module, otherwise known as SIM card, is needed to connect your phone to your provider's network and essentially identifies the phone as yours. This then gives the device the ability to make …


Voip chat

A review of VoIP phone services in Australia

Posted by July 10th 2024

Voice over Internet Protocol can be a cost effective way to replace your home landline. Find out what VoIP services to look out for in Australia at Canstar Blue


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How to check your Vodafone balance

Posted by November 23rd 2023

Without data, you can't use social media on the go, not to mention check emails or watch YouTube - you're basically restricted to calls, texting (provided calls and texts are unlimited), and any other data-free …


Mobile broadband speed

How fast is mobile broadband? 5G & 4G speed

Posted by November 21st 2023

If you're working from home, travelling often, or need to use the internet a lot for your job, it's great to have mobile broadband, even just as a backup in the bottom of a drawer …