Mobile Phone Articles
Brick review: A dead-simple alternative to dumbphone mania
We give our thoughts on the Brick. Viral fad or useful screen time tool?
Telstra coverage maps shrink as ACMA standards rewrite network coverage
From today Australia's mobile network operators must be on the same page about how they define coverage.
USB-C might have gone mainstream, but it’s still messy
10 years on, why is consumer tech’s favourite standard still so confusing?
The most interesting thing about Samsung's latest smartphone is the price
Samsung’s current lineup of affordable smartphones is getting added to in the form of the new Galaxy A27.
Is the Samsung New Galaxy Club worth it?
Is the Samsung New Galaxy Club the cheapest way to keep up with the latest in tech or a rip-off?
Best SIM cards for travelling in Japan
Travel Japan using SIM-only plans with international roaming from Telstra, Belong, and more or purchase a local Japan SIM card.
EOFY deals for mobile phones and mobile plans 2026
Only a few mobile providers have EOFY sales this year, but there are still good deals to be had.
Triple Zero enforcement and compliance still a main concern
The Australian Communications and Media Authority has announced Triple Zero compliance and enforcement is a key issue for the second year running.
Nostalgia isn't the only thing driving a resurgence in retro tech
If you’ve seen more old tech out in the wild lately, you’re probably not the only one.
Nothing is speed running the challenger brand playbook
Carl Pei’s eye-catching take on tech has taken off in recent years, but it’s been disappointing to see that the asking price involved has followed a similar arc.
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