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
Huawei Ascend P2 review
It might be the 'fastest' 4G phone in Australia when released, but in most other aspects the Ascend P2 is painfully average.
Vodafone first to fair international roaming charges
Vodafone's new Roam like Home charge is a fair way to charge for overseas use, with a flat fee and the same monthly allowance you have at home.
Kogan Mobile not so cheap from August 1
Kogan Mobile will soon lose the crown of Australia's cheapest telco with a price change coming into effect next month.
HTC One review
The HTC One is definitely one of the best phones of the year, and makes it a very difficult choice for those of us who love iPhones or Samsung handsets, not to rush back to the devil we know, but to consider something different and very elegant.
Telstra 4G to expand to 200 new towns
Telstra's 4G footprint is set to grow, with coverage on the way for 200 towns in regional Australia and 85% of the population.
Is it time for a FairPhone?
Like Fair Trade for coffee, FairPhone hopes to raise awareness around inequality in technology manufacturing and find a way to restore the balance.
Amaysim now has phones and tablets for sale, sort of
Amaysim's website has been updated to include outright device purchases through sales partner Mobicity.
Western Australia gets first taste of NBN speed
The NBN is now live in Western Australia, with three major sites now active on the west coast.
Support for NBN slipping, but holding on
Half of Australia still support Labor's Nation Broadband Network, but this figure is lower than a year ago.
TPG's mobile price increase
TPG has changed its mobile plans again, this time increasing the price but reducing the included value.
