Zac Kelly

Zac Kelly Zachariah Kelly is a telco content writer for Canstar Blue, specialising in all things phone, internet and streaming, with a soft spot for video games. He's fresh out of university with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Social Political Sciences from UTS and has previously written for Nine News, The Daily Mail, Junkee, Kotaku and GOAT. He's passionate about helping people make the right purchase decisions and understanding all things tech.


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What is the NBN? The NBN Explained

Posted by October 14th 2022

The vast majority of Australians will see their internet connections upgraded to one of several types of NBN based on three key technologies - fibre, fixed wireless and satellite. It sees old copper networks replaced …


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Refer-a-friend deals on NBN plans

Posted by March 28th 2023

Refer-a-friend deals are not a new concept, but it’s fairly uncommon to see them in NBN plans. However, more and more providers are offering customers incentives to get friends and family on board, and you …


The ASUS Zenfone 8, available in two colours

ASUS Zenfone 8 review: A screen size down for Android

Posted by June 22nd 2021

The ASUS Zenfone 8 is ASUS’ attempt at pulling off an iPhone SE or Galaxy S20FE-style premium phone, and is noticeably smaller than most Android phones, sporting both high-level performance and a headphone jack. There’s …


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Samsung Galaxy A72 review

Posted by August 3rd 2022

The Samsung Galaxy A72 is the most expensive phone from Samsung’s 2021 range of 'budget' A series phones - which makes it a tough sell on its own, as it’s priced like a top-end mid-range …


Four OPPO Find X3 Neo phones

OPPO Find X3 Neo Review

Posted by July 7th 2022

The OPPO Find X3 Neo is OPPO’s answer to the Galaxy S21 and the iPhone 12, both in price and capabilities. Fitting into the X3 catalogue as the mid-range option, it is in no way …


The OPPO Find X3 Pro in two colours, and from the front

OPPO Find X3 Pro Review

Posted by June 8th 2022

The OPPO Find X3 Pro is OPPO’s flagship smartphone of 2021, packed with some of the best technology the company has ever put in a phone. It’s a premium, high-end phone with a price to …


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Should you upgrade your phone?

Posted by June 8th 2022

Smartphones have become an essential tool for work and play, but like all technology, they will eventually become out-of-date and less useful. Knowing when to upgrade your phone can be tough, but there’s some good …


New OPPO devices, the OPPO A54 and A74

OPPO releases two new budget friendly A Series 5G phones

Posted by March 31st 2022

OPPO has released two new phones from its budget-oriented A Series, with both sitting comfortably underneath the $500 price point. The OPPO A54 5G and the OPPO A74 5G are the newest additions to the OPPO …


Recycle your old phone, don't hoard it!

How to recycle your old mobile phone

Posted by April 28th 2021

Recycling your old phone is easier than you may think. Canstar Blue explores your options with this state guide to phone recycling.


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Vodafone now offering PlayStation 5 consoles on plans

Posted by September 14th 2022

If finding the latest PlayStation is driving you to despair, good news: Vodafone is now offering PlayStation 5 consoles on plans to its customers, provided they're signed up on eligible internet and phone plans. Vodafone will …