Mobile Phone News
The new Tech Reuse for Good Charter creates a big funnel for donated devices
Millions of devices are retired by businesses in Australia every year. The new Tech Reuse for Good Charter and National Device Bank aim to make good use of them.
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.
If Google keeps this up, I'm going to have to stop recommending its phones
It’s not impossible to imagine the Pixel returning to past glories, but I'm not optimistic.
amaysim adds free smartwatch eSIMs to select plans
amaysim has a novel approach to companion eSIMs.
As complaints pile up Australians are looking for better consumer protections
Issues with digital services are widespread with nowhere for consumers to go.
It sure sounds like the next iPhone is going to be even more expensive
Tim Cook has confirmed Apple price hikes are on the cards.
Snap Inc. announces $3,000 smart glasses
A wearable computer that'll cost more than one.
Vodafone outage largely resolved
Anyone still experiencing issues should restart their phone.
Android 17 arrives alongside new foldable gaming features
One month on from its big unveiling as part of Google’s I/O developer conference, the next version of Android has begun to make its way into the hands of consumers.
Moose Mobile and Swoop ditch Optus for Vodafone
Moose Mobile and Swoop mobile plan customers will be moved onto the Vodafone network in the coming weeks.
It’s official: Rear glass panels on phones are a terrible idea
Cracked rear panels are the biggest causes of insurance claims, according to insurance company Bupa.
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