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Zero Mobile are offering a $0 per month mobile plan … kind of, with...
Would you like to reduce your mobile bill to $0 per month? I know I would, as would a lot of people and now there's potential way that you can.
Zero mobile is a newcomer...
Telstra takes 5G mobile broadband millimeters forward with the 5G Wi-Fi Pro
The 5G Wi-Fi pro is the latest addition to Telstra's 5G device lists. Like previous pocket Wi-Fi options, the 5G Wi-Fi Pro is also backwards-compatible to "older" (ie. 4G) networks.
The device itself has...
Telstra wants to pay you to play games!
Yes, you read that correctly!
The role as Telstra's official game reviewer is up for grabs but be warned, it will be hotly contested. The likes of Joab Gilroy (now Esports Editor for Redbull...
Explained: What is Wi-Fi EasyMesh and is it useful?
The growth in connected devices and streaming services that rely on Wi-Fi connectivity in the home has resulted in the need for smarter Wi-Fi networks that provide extended, uniform coverage.
Wi-Fi EasyMesh products claim to...
Telstra has responded to the eSIM issue reported a week ago
A week ago we reported that Telstra has been contacting customers about a potential issue with Pixel 4 phones connected by eSIM. After some discussion, the issue has been confirmed as a potentially...
Rumour: NBN 1000/50 250/25 super fast new speeds launch late May 2020 for FTTP...
NBN and Australia's internet service providers are working out the final details so that new NBN super fast 1000/50 250/25 plans can be available for some residential home customers by late May 2020 -...
Telstra Plus 1st birthday lucky dip prize draw for members who enter
It's the first anniversary of Telstra Plus membership rewards program and they're celebrating with a lucky dip prize draw.
Entering was easy, just log into your Telstra Plus account and tell them your email, mobile...
Want two Nest Mini Speakers for free? Telstra Plus members just might be in...
The old joke about the original Google Mini was that you'd almost get one free with a box of cereal, infact we're not sure you couldn't. But Google seems to be valuing the Nest...
Telstra is extending COVID-19 data offers until 30 June
Telstra has been offering customers of their broadband and mobile post-paid services bonus data offered to assist them though the COVID-19 social distancing requirements. The initial offer was for Unlimited Broadband for ADSL, NBN...
Voice over Wi-Fi Calling Explained and Free app to force Android phones to use...
Wi-Fi Calling also known as VoWiFi enables you to make voice calls on your Android phone using Wi-Fi instead of the cellular networks. Where you get that WiFi from doesn't matter so much -...
Telstra is contacting Pixel 4 customers about a potential eSIM issue leaving users unable...
Carriers are evolving as is the technology they use. We've gone from SIM cards to mini, to micro to nano-SIM technology. That can't get any smaller without being impractical, so now we...
Telstra’s mobile broadband plan update delivers more data to users: 200GB for just $75!
The last few weeks have shown how critical connectivity is for business as well as individuals. Telstra has recognised this need with a surge in mobile broadband use and sign-ups. As a...
Ask Ausdroid: As a long time Telstra customer, I love the coverage but it’s...
Every now and then we get asked some good questions by email, social media and even in person. This one popped up in a community Facebook group this week, and it's a good one....
Netflix Australia will reduce data use 25% for 30 days but maintain screen resolution...
Netflix Australia has announced that it will be reducing the amount of data used by streams in Australia by 25% for 30 days to assist broadband and mobile networks while they adjust to increased...
Ookla Speedtest shows Australia’s Internet services holding up as COVID-19 hits
Ookla has provided independent insight into how various services in Australia and overseas perform. A current and very real issue we are facing is the consistency - or lack of - from our internet...