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
Will Jennifer Lawrence nude photo scandal end the celebrity iPhone love affair?
After losing their private data to a shameful hacker, will celebrities exposed in nude photo dump turn away from their favourite smartphones?
Telechoice road-test: should you switch?
Telechoice is one of Australia's oldest and most well known telco brands, but have recently reinvented itself as a SIM-only provider. We take its service for a spin to see how it stacks up.
No-contract ADSL2+ broadband plans
It used to be that fast, fixed-line broadband came with a lock-in contract. Not any more.
Qantas, Virgin to allow electronics "from gate to gate"
Imminent changes to local aviation rules will soon allow aircraft passengers to use phones and tablets during all phases of a flight.
Motorola Moto E Review
Motorola is fast becoming the go-to phone brand for high-quality, low-cost handsets. With speedy performance and a decent camera, the dual-SIM Moto E is a great example of this.
Vodafone travellers get 4G in New Zealand
Planning a trip to New Zealand? Vodafone has some news just for you.
Telstra blocking data SIMs in phones
Telstra has recently implemented a restrictive new policy that blocks the use of Data SIMs in smartphones, but why?
Vodafone prepaid broadband now 4G
Cost-conscious mobile broadband customers will now enjoy faster 4G speeds on the Vodafone network, with some decent new plans to choose from.
Per MB billing: the hidden data vampire
Not all data plans are create equal, especially when you compare the different ways telcos bill for data use.
Spintel drops SIM-only prices, creates compelling Unlimited plan
Spintel has changed the prices on its flexible plan structure, making most options cheaper and edging ahead of its 'unlimited' competitors.
