Mobile Phone News
Optus offers free data to keep you connected during quarantine
Of the three Australian telcos, Optus are the first to offer additional services in relation to Covid-19. Neither Vodafone, nor Telstra are offering virus-specific assistance for customers at this time.
Samsung's new Galaxy A phones drop on April 9 starting at $499
Samsung's new midrange smartphones are right around the corner.
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The second generation Google Nest Hub can track your sleep
Google's new Nest Hub will track your sleep remotely from your bedside table.
Netflix is testing a crackdown on password sharing
Bad news for those still using an ex's Netflix password.
Optus has new discounts for regional Australians
You can save big on Optus plans and phones if you're in the right postcode.
You'll be able to pre-order the OPPO Find X3 Pro from April 1 for $1699
OPPO's next flagship smartphone is right around the corner.
Telstra switches on low-band 5G for increased coverage
Telstra's 5G network is getting bigger thanks to low-band.
Sonos' new Bluetooth speaker is actually portable
The Roam is a Sonos speaker you'll actually want to take out of the home.
Deal alert: Get Telstra's 80GB plan for $60 per month
Telstra has cut the price of its 80GB plan.
Telstra opens up eSIM to MVNOs
Telstra is opening up eSIM to MVNOs, but we won't see providers get on board for a couple of months.
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