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Starlink busted by ACMA for telco code breach

Posted by September 20th 2023

Australia's media regulator has issued Starlink with a very public slap on the wrist, calling out the satellite internet service for failing to comply with Aussie telco industry guidelines. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) …



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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 review: Bigger screen, better experience

Posted by September 21st 2023

Not content with being the premiere brand for standard Android smartphones, Samsung is also laying claim to the burgeoning foldable phone market in Australia. The manufacturer's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip …



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Indie telco Swoop expands into mobile with new, low-cost plans

Posted by September 21st 2023

Fast-growing broadband provider Swoop has entered the mobile plan space, recently launching a small suite of postpaid options at competitive prices. The telco has unveiled four new SIM-only plans, with prices beginning from $15 per month …



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Apple iPhone 15 revealed: Features, prices and more

Posted by September 3rd 2024

Happy iPhone Day to all who celebrate! The 2023 editions of Apple's iconic smartphones have finally been revealed, bringing a powerhouse new chipset, better cameras, and a tougher design - albeit it with a bigger …


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Top 10 Best Shows on BritBox

Posted by September 19th 2023

BritBox brings you the best of British telly, such as comedy classics we all know and love as well as some fresher titles straight from the UK. Canstar Blue has done the hard yards and …



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Motorola’s newest budget-friendly smartphone: The Moto G14

Posted by September 6th 2023

Motorola has launched its newest addition to its mid-tier smartphone collection, the Moto G14. Coming in at $229, this handset offers great features at an affordable price. Not to mention, the phone comes in two …





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5G for everyone: Amaysim adds 5G to most of its mobile plans

Posted by September 1st 2023

The expansion of Australia’s 5G networks has grown significantly in the past couple of years. Gone are the days of limited (and expensive) 5G devices and plans, and now more phone manufacturers and telcos are …


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Alinta Energy launches carbon neutral plan for households

Posted by September 5th 2023

Note: The contents of this article are currently under review. Please check back soon for updated information.   Challenger brand Alinta Energy, has taken a major step towards lowering its customers' energy emissions after launching its first …





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Aussie Broadband raises plan prices for mobile customers

Posted by October 3rd 2023

Yet another popular Australian telco has quietly increased the price of its SIM-only phone plans — meaning impacted customers will now pay up to $60 more each year for their mobile service. Aussie Broadband has revised …