It’s the battle of the heavyweights. See which provider reigns supreme in this mobile phone plan comparison by Canstar Blue.
Optus vs Telstra: Where can you find the best phone plan?
Posted by January 12th 2024
Posted by January 12th 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 9th 2024
Two of something is usually better than one and it's no different with SIM cards. Dual SIM phones are the unsung heroes of the smartphone world, largely flying under the radar. In this guide, we’ll …
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 January 5th 2024
So you've got a new smartphone, or you're thinking about upgrading to a newer, shiner piece of tech. Splashing out on a cutting-edge device is a big purchase and one that often means your old …
Posted by January 22nd 2024
Don’t want Telstra? Optus or Vodafone might be the telco for you. But where can you find the best? Compares prices and features with Canstar Blue.
Posted by December 20th 2023
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 January 23rd 2024
Telstra, Optus and Vodafone have all started offering their own 5G networks, with a limited number of MVNOs also getting onboard. But to access the 5G network, you’ll need a phone with 5G capabilities. These days, …
Posted by December 22nd 2023
The details of phone plans can be confusing, particularly finding the right SIM card to fit into your phone. We explain the different types of SIM cards.
Posted by December 21st 2023
Gone are the days of slow dial-up internet connections and blurry 144p YouTube clips. Now, the popular video streaming giant offers more playback-quality options and lets its viewers watch the latest blockbuster trailer or viral …
Posted by December 21st 2023
iPhones are great devices, both if you love a bit of luxury and if you want a simple phone to use day to day. The simple design and crystal-clear user interface also makes the iPhone …
Posted by December 20th 2023
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 December 21st 2023
A subscriber identity module, otherwise known as SIM card, is needed to connect your phone to your provider's network and essentially identifies the phone as yours. This then gives the device the ability to make …
Posted by December 14th 2023
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 December 19th 2023
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 January 31st 2024
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
You may have heard that the big three telcos are preparing to shut off their respective 3G mobile networks. Vodafone will be the first telco to switch off 3G services on December 15, 2023, followed …
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 November 30th 2023
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 …