Emma Bradstock

Emma Bradstock has been an authority on consumer phone, internet, technology and streaming markets in Australia for more than six years, having written more than 300 articles for Canstar Blue. Emma covers a range of topics — from NBN speeds and technology to the latest release phones — and strives to help readers find the right phone and internet plans for their needs. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Media from Macquarie University, has more than a decade of professional writing experience in print and digital media, and contributed to Canstar Blue’s Highly Commended award for Best Consumer Technology Coverage in 2024. You can follow Emma on LinkedIn.




Prepaid Mobile Broadband

Prepaid internet and mobile broadband plans

Posted by January 18th 2024

One of the best ways you can manage your mobile broadband use is by getting a prepaid mobile broadband plan — that being a plan that you pay for in advance, typically on a month-to-month …


How fast is 5G

5G speed: How fast is 5G in Australia?

Posted by July 2nd 2025

Here in Australia, the three major telcos have been busy building their 5G networks, with parts of cities now covered by Telstra and Optus and Vodafone, while manufacturers are rolling out 5G-capable devices. But there’s also a lot of confusion around …


Man talking on phone against yellow background

What is the cheapest phone plan from Optus?

Posted by January 11th 2024

Optus offers both prepaid and postpaid SIM-only plans, along with new smartphones which can be bundled with a postpaid mobile plan. But what can you expect from Optus when it comes to value for money? While …




SIM-only phone plan buying guide

Best SIM-only plans for your new phone

Posted by October 3rd 2024

Did you or a family member get a new phone this Christmas, but aren’t sure which SIM-only plan you should sign up to? Or maybe you’re just looking for a new plan to see if …


Pixel 8 review

Google Pixel 8 review: More premium, but a bigger price

Posted by April 23rd 2024

In the premium phone market mostly dominated by Apple and Samsung, Google has been steadily gaining on both brands to offer a competitive premium phone experience at a lower starting price. While the Pixel 8 …


Boost vs Telstra Comparison

Boost vs Telstra: Phone plans compared

Posted by October 3rd 2024

Boost Mobile is a tiny telco utilising the Telstra network. But does it offer better value than the old guard? Canstar Blue reviews Telstra and Boost phone plans.