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TPG extends 5G trial access to Internode and Westnet clients
A few weeks ago, we posted that TPG followed Telstra and Boost, offering free 5G on a trial basis. Now the telco has extended the trial to more of its MNVO offerings in Westnet...
Telstra completes its majority stake acquisition in Fetch TV
Telstra has announced that it has completed its 51.4% controlling interest stake acquisition in Fetch TV, with Telstra stating that Fetch TV will continue to operate as a separate standalone business with Telstra.
Telstra originally...
ALDImobile now comes with 5G on the Telstra network
ALDImobile, the mobile telco run by budget supermarket ALDI, has flicked the switch on 5G on selected mobile plans ... but as with most things, there is a catch.
ALDImobile uses the Telstra network and,...
Telstra now allows customers to add up to five Bundle Plans to their account
Telstra has announced that it will now allow its customers to add up to five Bundle Plans to their account, however, in order to be able to take part in this new deal, customers...
Telstra MVNO Belong, now offering refurbed smartphones
Telstra’s carbon neutral MVNO, Belong, has announced that it has partnered with Kingfisher to launch Second Life Phones which will offer pre-owned smartphones for value and environmentally conscious consumers.
The pre-owned and refurbed device program...
Telstra announces that it 5G network now reaches more than 80% of the Australian...
Telstra has today announced that its newest network, its fast 5G network, now reaches more than 80% of the Australian population.
Taking to LinkedIn to make the announcement, Telstra CEO Andy Penn stated:
If you're with...
Telstra says g’day to its customer with new Australian based staff for consumer and...
Telstra has announced that it has hired up to 2000 new Australian based call centre staff for consumer and business customers in a move that it says could be your neighbours with staff hired...
Telstra has blocked a staggering 185 million texts and over 200 million scam call...
Since implementing its new SMS filter in April, Telstra has worked wonders in protecting users. Wonders to the tune of over 185 million text messages and over 200 million scam calls -- since 2021...
Telstra adds free 5G access to prepaid plans and recharges until September
Yesterday we saw Boost Mobile add 5G services to their plans as a free trial until September 26th. Today, we've been notified that Telstra is doing the same for prepaid customers.
Thanks to Huy for...
Telstra thinks you’ll pay a $28 premium for 5G access while Boost trials it...
So let's start with the reality of Telstra network offering the best coverage in Australia. You'll get coverage in places the other networks simply don't work... But you'll also pay a premium for that...
Telstra opening 5G services to MNVOs very soon
Starting this July, Telstra has confirmed that its 5G network will be available to virtual operators and their customers. This increased network access most impressively includes the mmWave where we've seen the greatest potential...
Telstra buys 51% of Fetch TV, subject to ACCC approval
Earlier today Fetch TV announced that as recently rumoured Telstra will purchase a 51% controlling share of ownership, subject to ACCC approval:
We are excited to announce that, pending ACCC approval, Telstra is purchasing a...
Telstra implements scam text blocking to help protect users
We call get those annoying text messages telling us our banking details have been compromised or a package is on the way. The problem is that, despite some of the obvious flags, there are...
Ausdroid Reviews: Telstra Smart Modem 3 – The force is stronger and faster than...
Telstra recently announced its newest smart modem, the Telstra Smart Modem 3, which the company has been stating is twice as fast than any smart modem in the marketplace, with the company stating and...
Telcos connecting loved ones in times of need: Telstra, Optus and Vodafone are all...
There's a lot going on in the world right now and sadly, there are a lot of people hurting. The crisis in Ukraine has dominated many headlines for weeks and it doesn't look like...