Smartphone buying patterns are changing – AI is not the driver!
Smartphone buying patterns are changing, and we are seeing significant shifts due to users holding onto their devices longer. There is also a definite digital…
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Google Pixel 9a 2025 – great value and AI as well (first look)
The Google Pixel 9a 2025 is comikng in April offering a Google Pixel AI experience at a lower price point.
Google Pixel 4a – update firmware now (Recall)
The Google Pixel 4a Model G025N received an OS upgrade to Android 13 on 8 January 2025. Some phones have experienced battery overheating.
Nothing (3a) and Pro coming to Australia real soon (Smartphone)
Nothing (3a) and Pro are particularly interesting, well-priced Qualcomm Snapdragon-based phones. From JB Hi-Fi now.
Samsung 2025 A-series for the masses – A26, A36 and A56 (smartphone)
Samsung 2025 A-series hit retailers on 27 March. 6.7” AMOLED screens, decent cameras and 2+6+6 warranty/OS upgrades/security.
OPPO Reno13 Series: AI-Powered Innovation
OPPO has officially launched the OPPO Reno13 Series, bringing AI-driven innovation, powerful cameras, and durable design to the mid-range smartphone market. The lineup includes three…
Motorola’s moto g15 & moto g05: Affordable Phones with Premium Features
Motorola has unveiled two new smartphones, the moto g15 and moto g05, designed for users who want great features at a low price. With premium…
Telstra screwed 9000 Belong NBN customers – it does not pay to Belong
Telstra screwed 9000 Belong NBN customers. Will it ever learn that the customer is king and lift its game at the expense of profits?
TIO Complaints report Q4/2024 – the usual suspects let you down
The TIO Complaints Report Q4/2024 (Telecommunication Industry Ombudsman) it received 15,297 complaints. 75% from the main Telcos.
Apple iPhone 16e – an old/new ‘value’ smartphone
The Apple iPhone 16e combines the iPhone 14 design, a 6.1” OLED screen, a faster A18 processor, and one of the iPhone 16 camera sensors.
Using Australian phones in America – very much hit and miss (smartphone)
Using Australian phones in America used to be easy. Get a local SIM at the airport. Not so much anymore, especially as 3G has ended.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra – its best glass slab yet (smartphone review)
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is its best Android smartphone yet. In almost every area, it offers top-drawer specs and performance.
Uniden XDECT 8355 + 8305WP – DECT and a waterproof handset (phone review)
Uniden XDECT 8355 + 8305WP DECT system supports up to 12 handsets including the XDECT 8305WP waterproof handset.
Vodafone expands Australian coverage – thanks to Optus (smartphone)
Vodafone expands Australian coverage thanks to an infrastructure and spectrum sharing deal with Optus Australia-wide.
Apple continues its cliff-dive in the Q3/24 Chinese market – not its fault (smartphone)
Apple continues to cliff-dive in the Chinese market, but it's not because locals don’t want it. The CCP knows better.
Samsung Galaxy S25: Power, Performance, and Innovation
The Samsung Galaxy S25 range redefines smartphone technology with a blend of power, style, and innovation. It’s for those who demand top-tier performance in every…
Which Samsung Galaxy S25-series is for you?
The Samsung Galaxy S25-series represents its best 2025 glass slabs. Australia gets the S25 Ultra (SM-S938), S25+ (SM-S936) and S25 (SM-S931).
Qualcomm SD8 Elite for Galaxy versus SD 8 Elite for others
The Qualcomm SD8 Elite for Galaxy powers the Samsung Galaxy S25 Series and is slightly faster than the standard SD8 Elite.
What is Samsung Galaxy S25 AI all about? (smartphone)
Samsung Galaxy S25 AI is its second generation. It still uses Google Gemini as its base but adds some Samsung-specific apps and features.
2024 global smartphone market grew, but the goalposts are moving
The 2024 global smartphone market grew 6.4% but at the expense of Apple and Samsung. Chinese smartphone now dominate most markets.
HMD dumps Nokia. Uncertain future for the iconic brand (Opinion)
HMD Dumps Nokia. Its ownership of the brand since 2016 is all but over as it tries to launch HMD branded feature and smartphones.
Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL – a very deep-dive review (updated smartphone)
The Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL are functionally equivalent. Our very deep-dive reveals which one is for you.
OPPO Find X8 Pro – at last, flagship competition (smartphone review)
The OPPO Find X8 Pro is a flagship-grade smartphone that beats the others hands-down on almost every count.
Motorola G75 5G – for a few pennies more, you get a whole lot more (smartphone review)
The Motorola G75 5G has it all for $499. Snapdragon SoC, great phone reception, excellent camera and much more.
