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
Virgin doubles data on $35 SIM only
Virgin makes its $35 SIM Plan a little more competitive with a double dose of data for a limited time.
Motorola Moto X (2014) review
While its competitors figure out how to cram more and more into our phones, Motorola takes a simpler path towards a better phone with more useful features.
Vodafone’s new 4G modem is as cute as it is powerful
Just because you want the internet doesn't mean you need to have a hulking big, ugly modem bringing down your neo-modernist living room aesthetic.
Samsung gutting Touchwiz: what should go?
There's a strong suggestion that Samsung will release a leaner, simpler user interface in the Galaxy S6, but what should stay and what should go?
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Review
Samsung's latest is one of its best, though its high price and niche features mean it isn't the phone for everyone.
Foxtel’s Gogglebox seems intriguing
Ever wanted to watch people watching TV? Me neither, and yet Foxtel's new show Gogglebox seems like it might be fun.
Telstra, Optus New Year’s boost with 700MHz expansions
The first day of 2015 brings an important milestone in Australian telco history.
Vodafone Smart 4 Mini Review
Exactly how much smartphone can you buy for $69? With a 4-inch screen and Android Jelly Bean, the Smart 4 Mini proves it might be more than you think.
Boost View 5 review
The Boost View 5 exceeds our expectations for a phone at this price. You get loads of screen real estate, great performance and tonnes of pre-installed apps for a fraction of the price of other smartphones in the market.
Vodafone Pocket WiFi 4G review
A mobile broadband modem needed be overly complex, but there are a few basics which need to be covered. The Vodafone Pocket WiFi does a pretty good job.
