Articles By Joseph Hanlon
Joseph Hanlon
Joe Hanlon has been immersed in mobile phones, plans and the internet for over a decade, having written for publications like CNET, Techradar, Gizmodo and Lifehacker. He steers the editorial ship and makes sure that we are always serving up the most useful guides and recommendations. If you ever bump into Joe on the street, don't be afraid to ask for a phone recommendation. It's embarrassing how much he enjoys talking about this stuff. He also loves listening to podcasts, so feel free to email Joe with recommendations.
Expertise
- Mobile phone plans
- NBN plans
- Telecommunications industry
- Smartphones reviews
Education
- Communications - University of Newcastle (1999 - 2002)
Featured Publications
Best internet deals Australia September 2026: Editor's Picks
The best internet deals across NBN, 4G, and 5G for September come from providers including Dodo, Flip and Optus.
Best mobile phone plans for kids
Need a cheap, reliable phone plan for your kids? We've got you covered.
Best home wireless internet plans: September 2026
The best wireless internet and wireless broadband plans for September come from providers including TPG and Optus.
Best Mobile Broadband Plans October 2026
Compare the best mobile broadband plans for an easy, convenient way to get online, including high and medium data usage plans.
Save with TPG's new price-locked nbn500 deal
Price rises are frustrating. TPG is now offering an affordable way to upgrade or switch your nbn planwith price certainty for the next 12 months.
The simple secret to save on your NBN plan
If you're looking to trim your monthly bills, then you should know this simple cost-saving tip for your home nbn internet connection.
Travel's a breeze with Airalo Unlimited Data eSIMs
When you land after a long flight, the last thing you want to do is organise a local SIM in foreign country. Airalo eSIMs let you focus on your trip.
Can Telstra Help You with Laggy Gaming and Stuttering Streams?
If your gaming sessions lag and your video streams keep buffering, you could benefit from taking a look at Telstra nbn plans bundled with its Wi-Fi 7 Smart Modem and Internet Optimiser software.
Fast Forward: Is your home ready for Hyperfast NBN?
The NBN speed upgrade last September reset the value proposition of home internet, turning what had been premium plans (500Mbps, 1Gbps, and 2Gbps) into the new standard.
How Aussies Are Gaming Their NBN Bill (and you can too)
If you'd like greater consistency in your household budget, the Exetel One Plan is the NBN plan for you.
