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The Galaxy Note 8 launch on the horizon is one of the more exciting upcoming device launches, so it’s no surprise to see more leaks for the device, with a purported protective glass screen protector popping up online. The screen protector shows off the curvature of the screen, as well …

Scouring the web often has unexpected surprises and I tripped over one earlier this afternoon on Harvey Norman’s website. The D Link Micro USB TV Tuner for a mere $15 (limited to one per customer) while stocks last. I say while stocks last because at that price they’ll sell pretty …

After announcing the Sony Xperia XZ Premium in Australia last month, Telstra has today revealed their full plan line-up as well as outright pricing for the phone. The Sony Xperia XZ Premium will be available from all carriers in Australia, but today we’re seeing Telstra’s pricing and plans. Telstra has …

Motorola have been very busy lately with the announcements of their 2017 offerings. We have seen the Moto Z2 Play release here in Australia but have yet to hear anything regarding their flagships, the Moto Z2 and Z2 Force (assuming that is what they are called). Today Evan Blass has …

In my quest to replace my slowly dying pair of Plantronics Backbeat Fit bluetooth earphones, I find myself reviewing – the Plantronics Backbeat Fit bluetooth earphones. It’s the updated version of my earphones, which have seen a few tweaks since the originals first graced my ears back in 2014. They’ve …

Lifeproof has announced that their ruggedised FRĒ line of cases has now expanded to include the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+, with cases now shipping to Australia and New Zealand. The Lifeproof FRĒ cases fully encase the curved edge display on the Galaxy S8 devices, offering protection from just about …

Sony Mobile has begun advising customers that they will be shutting down their music discovery and recognition service ‘TrackID’ in September this year. TrackID has been around for sometime, with Ausdroid reviews of Sony Xperia devices noting its presence as far back as 2011 when Matt Booth reviewed the Xperia …

Streaming Video on Demand Service Stan has taken the opportunity presented by the recent Netflix price increase to change their plan pricing, introducing a basic plan while at the same time increasing their basic package pricing. The change to Netflix pricing, was made last week on the surface to account …

Viber is a really solid messaging platoform with a history of being at the pointy end of the pack when it comes to offering new functionality. The update currently rolling out with extensions affirms this with the ability to play music, share YouTube links and much more, as well as …

It can be hard to get a prepaid data SIM card in Japan, so many tourists are forced to rent expensive mobile phone hotspot devices. Thankfully NTT DoCoMo is now offering a way for foreign tourists to pre-organise a Japan Welcome SIM to be picked up at the airport upon landing …

If you’re thinking “Yes, I want to port my number to Optus prepaid”, there are two deals available right now to make it easier and cheaper for you to check the network out. Firstly until August 14 2017 you can get a free Optus prepaid SIM express home delivered. This …

Over the weekend, Samsung has released a new software update for its Galxy S8 line of handsets, which brings a couple of new features and inclusions. The most noticeable feature is the ability to selectively hide the navigation bar, to give users even more screen real-estate to use when using …

The Google Drive back-up tool announced mid last month has been delayed according to an update on the original announcement post. The update was added late last month, on June 26th, advising that the proposed July 12th launch date has been pushed back ‘several weeks’. The statement from Google advised: …

For the last few days I’ve been trying out a new key finder from a Sydney based company called HButler. Called the Orbit — which is appropriate for a round keyfob — this small, chubby disc fits on your keyring (or basically anything else you care to attach it to) …

Optus has today announced a new perk for selected customers, offering exclusive access to a new National Geographic app. The National Geographic offer is open to Optus customers on eligible 24 month My Plan mobile plans on selected iOS and Android devices. The offer also includes access to the content …