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Felix Mobile’s big data sale: Get 60% off 25GB plans

Posted by May 15th 2024

If you're looking to trim your budget, considering a new phone plan might be a smart move. Opting for a more affordable plan that still meets your needs, coupled with taking advantage of current deals, …


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Report reveals telco customers’ frustrations as complaints rise

Posted by May 9th 2024

New data has revealed customers’ ongoing frustrations with Australia’s telco companies, with close to 16,000 complaints lodged to the industry’s authority in the first quarter of 2024. The Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) revealed on Wednesday that …


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Google announces new, feature-packed Pixel 8a phone

Posted by May 8th 2024

Google has announced the latest member of its flagship Pixel phone family, the super-charged Pixel 8a. Featuring the company’s signature Tensor chipset, as well as integrated AI and ongoing security updates, the Pixel 8a is …



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Best small smartphone in Australia

Posted by October 1st 2024

After years of big, chunky mobile phones, smaller, pocket-friendly phones became the standard once the technology could fit in a more compact package. However, with most of us now using smartphones to watch videos, scroll …


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Best phones for kids in Australia 2024

Posted by May 10th 2024

There comes a time for every parent when a very important decision has to be made — should I buy my child a mobile phone? These days it is inevitable that our children need access …


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What is an MVNO in Australia?

Posted by October 1st 2024

You can easily find phone plans from a range of MVNO providers, including Telstra MVNOs and Optus MVNOs, but does a phone plan with an MVNO offer the best value for money? In this guide, …


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Best internet for travelling Australia

Posted by April 19th 2024

Thankfully, there is still remote internet access in Australia, no matter your internet usage needs. In this guide, we take a look at your options for internet while travelling Australia. The best internet for travelling Australia Travelling …


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Samsung Galaxy A55 5G review: More premium, lower price

Posted by April 22nd 2024

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G features and specs Samsung’s Galaxy A series spans from cheaper phones to the mid-range market. One of its latest additions, the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G offers a more premium experience but at …


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Are Telstra phones unlocked?

Posted by October 1st 2024

If you are signed up to Telstra (or considering signing up to Australia’s largest telco) and you have or are planning on getting a new phone, you might be wondering: is my phone locked to …


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How to activate your SIM card

Posted by March 10th 2025

Switching telcos and in need of a new SIM card? Here's everything you need to know about how to activate a SIM card in your phone.


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What is the cheapest Samsung phone in Australia?

Posted by October 1st 2024

As much praise as the high-end Samsung models have received in recent years, the more affordable devices have been proven to pack a similar punch to the premium range. Read on with Canstar Blue to …


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Mobile data: What is it and how much do you need?

Posted by March 27th 2025

Gone are the days of phone plans with limited call and text inclusions, with unlimited standard national calls and SMS pretty much standard across postpaid and prepaid plans. Thanks to the constant improvement in smartphones …


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iPhone 14 vs 15 Buying Guide

Posted by October 2nd 2024

If you’re planning on buying a new iPhone, it can be hard to decide which iPhone is going to be best for you. Do you go with the latest phone, or do you go with …


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What is data banking?

Posted by April 1st 2025

Are you getting the best value for money from your mobile phone or broadband plan? Data rollover could be the answer. Find out more at Canstar Blue.


Australian telco industry explained

Posted by October 2nd 2024

Learn about the Australian telco industry, and which providers might be the best fit for you in terms of features and coverage.


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Boost Mobile takes on ‘less trusted’ telcos with NBN launch

Posted by March 22nd 2024

Popular prepaid provider Boost Mobile is finally making the move into broadband, announcing plans to begin offering high-speed NBN plans to Aussie customers. The challenger telco — which offers SIM-only mobile service on Telstra’s nationwide network …


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$10 mobile phone plans in Australia

Posted by October 2nd 2024

If you’re looking to cut costs and don’t use your phone too much, you might want to look at a $10 phone plan. While your choices might be limited compared to more expensive plans, there …