Telstra’s New Internet Only Plans
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Telstra’s New Internet Only Plans
Telstra is stripping back the bells and whistles with a new range of budget-friendly NBN options. The new “Internet Only,” plans are designed for households and small businesses that want simple connectivity without the bundled extras. Unlike Telstra’s premium “Upfront” packages, these plans don’t include a landline, 4G backup, or a modem—meaning customers can bring their own hardware to save[Read More…]
Tips
Buy your eSim before you fly!
If you’re planning a trip overseas, here’s a quick tip about using your phone. More and more countries are making it tricky to buy international eSIMs after you arrive. In a move with significant repercussions for international travellers, Turkey’s Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) recently blocked access to dozens of global eSIM providers, citing national security concerns. This sudden[Read More…]
Interviews
Philips i9000 AI Shaver
A new electric shaver on the market uses AI technology to fight the five o’clock shadow. Philips has launched its i9000 series, which uses artificial intelligence to deliver a personalised shave. The technology reads beard density 500 times a second, adjusting its power in real-time for a closer, more comfortable shave without irritation. I recently spoke with the Philips team[Read More…]
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Telstra’s New Internet Only Plans
Telstra is stripping back the bells and whistles with a new range of budget-friendly NBN options. The new “Internet Only,” plans are designed for households and small businesses that want simple connectivity without the bundled extras. Unlike Telstra’s premium “Upfront” packages, these plans don’t include a landline, 4G backup, or a modem—meaning customers can bring their own hardware to save[Read More…]
Pokémon GO Wild Area: Global – THIS WEEKEND
The second-ever Pokémon GO Wild Area: Global will take place globally this coming weekend following the event in Nagasaki, Japan last weekend ( November 7-9). Trainers around the world will be able to join the GO Wild Area festivities during Pokémon GO Wild Area: Global on November 15 and 16. Tickets for the event are on sale now for AUD$17.99. During the[Read More…]
Report: Aussies Online 41 Hours a Week
Australians Now Spend a Full-Time Job’s Worth of Hours Online A new report shows Aussies are clocking an average of 41 hours per week on the internet, with social media taking up nearly half that time. If you feel like you’re “always online,” you’re not wrong. A major new report on Australia’s digital habits found we’re spending an average of[Read More…]
Vodafone reveals the longest call of 2025
We all know Australians love a chat. We’re famous for being straight-talking, a bit loud, and masters of the word-shortener (g’day, ‘arvo’, ‘sunnies’). But it turns out we’re also champions of the long talk. Vodafone has just revealed the 15 longest phone calls made on its network in 2025, and the results are truly staggering. Taking the gold medal for the year’s[Read More…]
Whoosh! Cleans your Screens and Devices
How often do you clean your phone? Australians check their devices over 100 times a day, but research shows those screens often harbour more bacteria than a toilet seat. A new solution to help cut down the screen grime and promote shine has just landed in Australia. The Canadian-developed screen cleaner, WHOOSH!, is designed to keep phones, tablets, and TVs[Read More…]
