Posted by September 19th 2025
There’s a lot to be excited about around 5G. It’s a faster and more reliable evolution of 4G, the current standard for cellular networks, with mobile carriers now rolling out new 5G networks all over …
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 …
Posted by January 11th 2024
Prepaid phone plans aren't what they used to be. Most telcos that offer prepaid phone plans know that customers want the same generous inclusions that are commonly available on postpaid plans, but with the flexibility …
Posted by October 10th 2024
It’s the battle of the heavyweights. See which provider reigns supreme in this mobile phone plan comparison by Canstar Blue.
Posted by January 8th 2024
Vodafone is kicking off the new year with a new incentive for customers: the launch of its ‘Refer a Friend’ program. This program offers incentive for existing Vodafone customers to refer friends and family to …
Posted by January 12th 2024
With more and more people relying on smartphone GPS apps for their travels, data is subsequently being consumed at higher rates, which can either leave you without any data, or a pricier phone bill if …
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 …
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 …
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.
Posted by January 31st 2024
Apple has finally achieved a fairly streamlined iPhone 15 line-up, with its 2023 range allowing customers to mix and match their choice of screen size and features. The iPhone 15 Plus is the super-sized version …
Posted by April 23rd 2024
While Apple seemed to cool it on the big features and upgrades for the iPhone 15 series — with the exception of the introduction of USB C charging — the iPhone 15 Pro still offers …
Posted by July 2nd 2025
If you're happy using 5G networks, you may be wondering just how 4G is different. Fortunately, we've answered some of your most-asked questions about 5G and 4G, covering everything from speeds, to prices, to network …
Posted by December 4th 2023
It’s that time of year where, if you haven’t already started thinking about your Christmas shopping, you might want to start. While budgets may be a little tighter this year, there’s some good news if you’re …
Posted by October 3rd 2024
Previously, many providers would shed international credit from their plans entirely, but now, international texts and minutes are almost a standard expectation from providers. If you need to call overseas a fair bit, or you …
Posted by November 29th 2023
Just in time for the gift-giving season, Motorola has dropped a new addition to its popular, value-packed Moto G series. The Moto G84 5G is a striking smartphone with a big display, all-day battery and …
Posted by August 11th 2025
Mobile phone plans come in two varieties – prepaid and postpaid services. Which offer the best value, and where can you find the cheapest prices?
Posted by October 3rd 2024
Global roaming can really add up if you use your phone plan as you normally would in Australia, which can end up with phone bill of hundreds or even thousands of dollars. You can always …
Posted by November 20th 2023
If you’re looking to save on a new smartphone, The Good Guys are offering a range of discounts on Motorola and Samsung phones this Black Friday. You can pick up discounts on the ticketed price of …
Posted by October 3rd 2024
Find out how much of Australia the Vodafone network covers, and whether it’s the provider for you in this Canstar Blue article.
Posted by November 10th 2023
Optus has issued an apology to customers for Wednesday's nation-wide network outage, blaming a "cascading failure" for the incident. But frustrated customers aren't yet entitled to refunds or compensation, despite going without phone or internet …