Posted by April 5th 2023
Despite the fanfare that comes with every iPhone or Galaxy S release, premium-priced devices aren't for everyone. It looks like the mid-range smartphone market is where more phone manufacturers are starting to take notice, with …
Posted by July 7th 2022
Five months after expressing its initial concerns with the proposed merger of TPG and Vodafone, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced it will officially oppose the deal. In a statement released (albeit accidentally), the Commission …
Posted by October 14th 2022
The newest budget-friendly smartphone has arrived, with Google officially unveiling its Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL devices. A value-focused spin-off of last year's popular Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, the 3a range …
Posted by July 5th 2022
The ACCC's latest broadband speed report sees TPG keep its top spot as the fastest average NBN provider.
Posted by July 26th 2022
ALDI’s Special Buys aisle is always full of surprises, but they don’t come much cooler than Aldi fridges for less than $300! This Saturday (November 24), you might like to set your alarm for an early …
Posted by July 5th 2022
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has taken aim at NBN pricing, claiming that affordability has become a serious barrier to entry for Australian broadband customers. ACCC Chair Rod Sims discussed the issues with current NBN pricing …
Posted by May 4th 2022
Almost four million Australians are set to receive a one-off government handout to help ease the pain of rising power bills, weeks ahead of the federal election. The ‘Energy Assistance Payment’ will provide additional cost of …
Posted by October 17th 2022
In an Aussie telco first, Telstra has just announced Telstra Plus – a tier-based rewards program designed to give a little something back to loyal customers. Telstra Plus will give customers the chance to earn points on …
Posted by May 4th 2022
If you’ve ever jumped on daily deals website Catch.com.au to bag a bargain on things like cheap gadgets, homewares or groceries, get ready to be offered a new electricity plan, with the promise of big …
Posted by May 4th 2022
Electricity and gas retailer Click Energy has been ordered by the Federal Court to pay $900,000 in penalties after making false or misleading claims about the potential benefits and 'savings' of its big discount power …
Posted by June 10th 2022
Apple TV+ will offer on-demand streaming and original content from Oprah, Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Aniston, and more.
Posted by June 14th 2022
The collectables craze continues! Woolworths has confirmed a new partnership with Disney to ‘add a dash of magic’ to grocery shopping – and take on rival Coles over the latest supermarket battleground. After days of speculation, …
Posted by October 17th 2022
With all the hype over Samsung's just-announced Galaxy S10 line - including the upcoming Galaxy S10 5G - it's been easy to overlook the Korean tech company's fifth big smartphone unveiling: the Galaxy Fold. And …
Posted by July 25th 2022
Move over Little Shop, there’s a new collectables craze at Coles – Stikeez! After the supermarket chain’s wildly successful Little Shop campaign last winter, featuring miniature versions of 30 popular grocery staples such as Weet-Bix, Vegemite, …
Posted by February 24th 2022
Telco regulatory body the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has released its latest report into customer service performance from Aussie mobile and internet providers, giving a small glimpse into just how (and how well!) major …
Posted by July 27th 2022
Way back in April of 2017, Aussie telco TPG announced its intentions to take on Telstra, Optus and Vodafone by building its own Australia-wide mobile network. Almost two years later - and less than six months …
Posted by April 12th 2023
After months of speculation, Samsung has confirmed its world-first foldable smartphone will launch later this year. First glimpsed in November at Samsung’s own Developers Conference, the as-yet unnamed device is now expected to arrive in the …
Posted by May 4th 2022
Western Australia gas retailer Kleenheat has been fined more than $25,000 for allegedly misleading consumers about the potential benefits of a big discount plan. The Wesfarmers-owned gas supplier has been stung by the Australian Competition and …
Posted by July 5th 2022
Australia’s consumer watchdog has expressed concerns about the proposed merger between telco giants TPG and Vodafone, citing a detrimental impact on price competition. The two companies confirmed their intentions to merge into a single telecommunications firm …
Posted by January 29th 2024
Ever wished there was a Netflix, but for sports? If you’re tired of forking out for Foxtel, or unsatisfied with the sports action now available from free-to-air networks, new streaming service Kayo Sports could be …