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Optus mobile network coverage explained

Posted by October 18th 2024

Find out how much of Australia the Optus network covers, and whether it’s the provider for you in this Canstar Blue article.


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Where are the mobile phone black spots?

Posted by October 18th 2024

Despite most urban areas across the country having reliable 4G or 5G coverage, mobile phone black spots still affect many Australians. The Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP) aims to eliminate these black spots. Read on …


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Where to find free WiFi in Australia

Posted by October 18th 2024

If you’re running low on mobile data, find out where you can find free WiFi in all major Australian cities, including Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.


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How to cast from your phone to TV

Posted by October 15th 2024

Casting your screen onto a larger screen, such as a TV, can be useful in professional and casual settings alike. But what is screencasting and how does it work? Canstar Blue explains how to cast …


How to cancel your phone plan

Posted by October 15th 2024

Is your phone plan just not doing it for you? Canstar Blue is here to run through the process of cancelling your phone plan, whether you're with a big provider or a smaller telco. How do …



WiFi Calling: What is WiFi calling

What is WiFi calling and is it worth using?

Posted by October 11th 2024

WiFi calling is a feature that has been around for a while, however not all phones — and indeed, not all telcos — support WiFi calling. So, if you're wondering what is WiFi calling and how …




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Apple announces iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro series

Posted by October 1st 2024

Apple's 2024 iPhone series is official, with the tech giant unveiling four new high-end smartphones with upgraded features and specs. The iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max come …


OPPO A60 5G and OPPO A40 cheap phones

OPPO’s A60 5G and A40 offer durability and style for under $300

Posted by October 1st 2024

OPPO’s latest additions to its budget-friendly OPPO A series offer durability and quality, combined with OPPO’s signature sleek design style, for under $300 AUD. The OPPO A60 5G and OPPO A40 have both received MIL-STD 810H …


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Are Optus phones unlocked?

Posted by October 1st 2024

This is especially important to know if you're planning on holidaying overseas anytime soon, and will be picking up a SIM card to use on your travels. In this guide, we'll take you how to …


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Telstra eSIM: Everything you need to know

Posted by October 1st 2024

eSIMs are a quick and convenient way to sign up to a phone plan and Telstra has made it even easier thanks to the ability to set up your new phone plan with an eSIM …


Is Lyft in Australia?

Posted by January 7th 2025

With a bumper-to-bumper ridesharing market in Australia, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to getting to where we need to be. While we have the big names such as Uber and DiDi available on …


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What to do when you run out of data

Posted by October 1st 2024

Depending on your telco and phone plan, a few things can happen if you run out of mobile data — including excess usage fees or slowed speeds.  If running out of data is a regular occurrence, …


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iPhone 16 vs 15 buying guide

Posted by March 13th 2025

If you’re considering a new iPhone, it can be difficult to decide whether or not to buy the latest release, and to know if the upgrades are worth the generally more expensive price. In this guide, …


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How much data does online gaming use?

Posted by September 20th 2024

Gaming often gets a bad rap for being a data drain, especially when you’re playing on a mobile device. If you’re gaming on the go and away from WiFi, you’ll need a phone plan with …



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Can I get a phone plan without data?

Posted by March 10th 2025

Key points No data or low data plans can be useful for seniors, children or anyone who doesn’t use much data unless they are connected to WiFi. In Australia, there are very few no data …


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How do I know if my phone is unlocked?

Posted by March 10th 2025

Key points Having a locked phone means that your phone is tied to its original mobile network carrier and is not able to be used with another provider’s SIM card. You can check your phone’s …