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Telstra to hike mobile plan prices from July

Posted by May 16th 2023

Tough news for Telstra phone customers: Australia's biggest telco has confirmed that its postpaid mobile plan prices are about to increase by as much as $6 per month. Customers on Telstra's SIM-only postpaid, phone-on-a-plan, and mobile …


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ACMA names and shames companies allowing scam texts through

Posted by May 12th 2023

The telco industry has been cracking down hard on insidious SMS scams over the last 12 months — but not every provider is pulling their weight. Australia's communications and media regulator has busted three companies …







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Telstra given formal warning after breaching consumer protection rules

Posted by April 20th 2023

Telstra has been slapped with formal warning by Australia's communications regulator, after the telco was caught restricting the services of over five thousand customers without notice. An Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) investigation found that …


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Should I buy a refurbished phone?

Posted by August 18th 2023

With the variety of bells and whistles now included in smartphones, the associated price tags are higher than ever. So, if you're looking for relatively new tech at a fraction of the price, refurbished phones …


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Amaysim ditches PAYG roaming for cheaper, simpler travel packs

Posted by April 6th 2023

Popular SIM-only provider Amaysim is taking the stress out of jet-setting, this week launching a range of flexible international roaming add-ons that start at just $20. Previously, Amaysim users needed to seek out travel SIMs when …


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OPPO’s latest cheap phone is here — the stunning A78 5G

Posted by May 30th 2023

Proving that price shouldn’t be a barrier to the latest technologies, OPPO has released its newest budget-friendly device in its A series — the A78 5G. OPPO has carried a reputation for packing quality technology into …



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Revealed: Australia’s best-value internet and phone providers

Posted by March 31st 2023

It's easy to compare plans based solely on price, but that doesn't take into account features, inclusions and overall value – so opting for the cheapest plan available could mean you're stuck with an underperforming …


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What is the cheapest phone plan from Telstra?

Posted by July 4th 2023

Australia’s largest telco Telstra might be the biggest name in the nation when it comes to mobile - but if you’re thinking of cheap phone plans, the company might not be what comes to mind. However, there's …




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Coles brings back door-busting cheap iPhone sale

Posted by March 31st 2023

Run, don't walk! For a limited time, Coles is bringing back its in-store iPhone sale – meaning savvy shoppers can once again get their hands on refurbished iPhones from as little as $199. The supermarket giant …


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What to do if you can’t pay your phone or internet bill

Posted by March 23rd 2023

Life is unpredictable and there are many unexpected reasons why you might find yourself unable to pay your phone or internet bill. While it might be a difficult time, there is help available if you …


Telstra’s 5G network explained

Posted by January 23rd 2024

5G has undergone a huge period of change in the past few years, with both Telstra and Optus officially switching on their respective networks in selected areas. While it's still early days for the next-generation …