…the so-called Google TV. The good thing is that Google takes feedback, and you get regular feature drops. Just as the Pixel 7/Pro had rough edges at launch, it is now a great smartphone, deserving of its impressive market share ascent IDC 2022/23 Australian smartphone market – declining sales. Would…
…out the #4 place by market share in 2022/23 IDC 2022/23 Australian smartphone market – declining sales. Its three-year warranty, two OS upgrades and three-year security patches make it a viable option. Nokia G42 5G basic specs RRP $449 Website From late July at Nokia online and leading retailers So…
Most of the 2023 models have been released, and there are some gems in our Best Android Phones 2023. This list is not quite complete. It generally does not include earlier 2022 models runout models sold by authorised retailers and Telcos. We do not include grey market – Read Don’t…
…and suburban users with good tower coverage. Battery: 5000mAh and 20W capable charging – Pass First, we must chastise Nokia for no charger inbox. Sure, everyone should have one lying around, but this market expects one inbox. What you don’t know is that this can charge at up to 20W…
…encourage faster turnover. Mid-range: These are JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman customers that want a $500-1000 phone because they can afford it and want something better. This is about 25% of the market, and they usually use interest-free, credit card or cash for outright purchases. This market wants 3-5 years…
…desirable mid-range fleet phone. You can read more about the Samsung A-series 2023 – every person’s phone. Grey market – Don’t do it Only buy Model SM-A546E or A546E/DS (dual sim). Do not buy models with B, 0, V or U (instead of E). It will also have some letters…
…They use unique Australian 5G sub-6Ghz and 5G low-band frequencies, requiring local activation first. Read Don’t buy a grey market phone (guide) Consumer Advice – Are flip phones durable? Two areas can cause issues in all flip-style phones. First, the screen is soft, pliable plastic OLED. Samsung coats this with…
…be and a Pass ‘+’ rating to show it is good but does not quite make it to Exceed. You can click on most images for an enlargement. * Grey market – no Australian warranty, and 5G won’t work We strongly advise you to buy a genuine model with Australian…
…by owners HMD Global as the Western world has growing doubts about the security of Chinese-made smartphones. While it has been proven that Smartphones made for the China home market are full of it (Spyware), it has equally been proven that Global Chinese brands, including Oppo/BBK Group (realme, vivo, OnePlus,…
…issues. Many are holding off due to 5G confusion and the prospect of higher-cost data plans. Grey market Do not buy Model 918, followed by E/EDS (Latam), N (South Korea), (China), U/U1 (USA), and W (Canada). The B/DS is the only model for Australia, and it will also have some…
The OPPO Find N2 Flip smartphone is now a reality. Unfortunately, we don’t have a date for its launch in Australia – soon, we hope. Which is an excellent segue to the dreaded Don’t buy a grey market phone (guide). It is already being flogged by Wonda Mobile, AliExpress, NextBuying,…
…the items below. You can click on most images for an enlargement. Warning – Grey Market When researching this device, we discovered that there is quite a large grey market for it. If you plan to use 5G, Wi-Fi calling, and VoLTE, don’t buy grey market as these cannot access…