Harrison Astbury is a Canstar Blue journalist specialising in consumer technology and the telecommunications industry. With a degree in journalism from Griffith University and a keen eye for detail, he’s determined to help consumers make better-informed decisions, especially when it comes to their internet and phone plans.
Posted by March 25th 2019
The National Broadband Network (NBN) is not far off completion, and if you’re still not connected, it's unlikely you'll be waiting much longer. But if you’ve done some research, only to discover you're eligible for a HFC connection, …
Posted by March 6th 2019
Dongles – or USB modems – and pocket Wi-Fi are becoming increasingly popular due to the drop in price of mobile broadband. Usually, you need a mobile broadband plan to make use of either a …
Posted by March 8th 2019
Dozens of smaller ISPs have sprung up in the last few years to take advantage of the NBN, and many offer plans which provide similar or even better value compared to the major players.
Posted by February 22nd 2019
Documentaries on Netflix seem to be on the up. Netflix’s production studios are pumping more out almost every week – some binge-worthy and others just bizarre. Settling in for some good fact-based television is a …
Posted by November 15th 2018
So, you’ve reached the end of the road with your beloved Samsung Galaxy phone. The time has come to sell it or hand it down to a sibling, and lord knows you don’t want the …
Posted by January 21st 2019
TPG has fast become one of the premier internet service providers (ISPs) in Australia, with more than two million internet customers across the country. Behind Telstra, it is the second-largest telco in the country thanks …
Posted by January 16th 2019
TPG now owns iiNet, but both offer competitive ADSL and NBN plans starting from just $30. Find out which one reigns supreme in Canstar Blue’s review.
Posted by November 7th 2018
Factory resetting your iPhone means you start from scratch, making it easier to sell your phone, or hand it down to a loved one. Find out how to with Canstar Blue.
Posted by October 10th 2018
eSIM is the latest technology made popular by the newest iPhones and stands for ‘embedded SIM’. Review providers & plans that offer it with Canstar Blue.
Posted by February 28th 2019
Aussies are demanding more and more data. If you’re looking for an unlimited broadband plan, compare the best providers with Canstar Blue.