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
Foxtel adds Presto to Platinum Bundle
Foxtel top paying customers can now enjoy a valuable bonus, with all Platinum subscribers now able to access Presto free of charge.
Apple iPhone 6s Review
The iPhone 6s may not have an original design, but it has a number of features which elevate it above its predecessor, and every other iPhone before it.
Sony Xperia M5 and Xperia C5 Ultra incoming
Alongside the flagship Xperia Z5, Sony has a couple of mid-range handsets heading to Aussie shores.
Optus 4G Broadband Priced like ADSL
Optus has introduced the first mobile broadband plan priced like a fixed-line option and could be the catalyst of a broadband revolution.
Spintel Much Cheaper with New Plan Direction
SpinTel moves away from its plan builder concept and is now much cheaper with new Unlimited plans.
Amaysim includes international in world-beating 8GB plan
A plan shake-up adds international calls and texts to Amaysim plans, plus sees the introduction of a new plan with a huge 8GB data included.
Lebara will trade you data for watching ads
Lebara Mobile is first in Australia to launch what will prove to be a controversial initiative, the option to watch ads on your phone in exchange for data and discounts
Samsung Gear S2 Review
Samsung's Gear S2 has a sharp, smart design, but struggle, as all smartwatches do, to carve out a niche in a market full of phones and tablets, all with similar functionality.
Amaysim Bulks Up Plans with International Calls
With so many of us having family overseas, Amaysim now include 100 calling minutes in a couple of its popular plans.
Telstra and Kogan battle with conflicting versions of recent history
In 2013, Kogan Mobile shut down, leaving 280,00 customers without a service provider. Now, Telstra and Kogan are rehashing the past, but with very different versions of events.
