Mobile Phone News
Telstra blocking data SIMs in phones
Telstra has recently implemented a restrictive new policy that blocks the use of Data SIMs in smartphones, but why?
Presto! Foxtel halves the cost
Presto's subscription fees just dropped far enough to make it a real contender. $10 a month.
Metallic Samsung Galaxy Alpha is finally official and it’s… ok
The Samsung Galaxy Alpha is definitely prettier than the Galaxy S5, but apparently it's more expensive, despite a smaller 720p screen.
Telstra plans are outdated and need to change
Thanks to the new changes made to Optus and Vodafone plans, Telstra's plan model is looking a little aged.
Per MB billing: the hidden data vampire
Not all data plans are create equal, especially when you compare the different ways telcos bill for data use.
Affordable meets Telstra: the HTC Desire 610
The Desire 610 has solid specs considering it's only $312 outright, or $55 a month on Telstra.
Spintel drops SIM-only prices, creates compelling Unlimited plan
Spintel has changed the prices on its flexible plan structure, making most options cheaper and edging ahead of its 'unlimited' competitors.
Amaysim's new Unlimited: more data, higher price
Australia's biggest SIM-only MVNO is tweaking its most popular plan option, adding even more data and asking for a little more in return.
ACCC calls for cheaper carrier call rates
The fees telcos charge one another should be uniform or written off, according to a new discussion paper from the ACCC.
Optus $1 a day prepaid plans are good, but confusing
Optus' new prepaid plans mean you don't have to pay for days where you don't use your phone.
40GB for $15/mth for first 4mths! Ultd data banking, $200 international calls & no excess data charges!
5G BYO mobile eSIM plan with data rollover. No short term discounts; 130GB data for $40/mth
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