Articles By Joseph Hanlon
Joseph Hanlon
Joe Hanlon has been immersed in mobile phones, plans and the internet for over a decade, having written for publications like CNET, Techradar, Gizmodo and Lifehacker. He steers the editorial ship and makes sure that we are always serving up the most useful guides and recommendations. If you ever bump into Joe on the street, don't be afraid to ask for a phone recommendation. It's embarrassing how much he enjoys talking about this stuff. He also loves listening to podcasts, so feel free to email Joe with recommendations.
Expertise
- Mobile phone plans
- NBN plans
- Telecommunications industry
- Smartphones reviews
Education
- Communications - University of Newcastle (1999 - 2002)
Featured Publications
Vodafone Customers: You Get Free Stan
Vodafone is kicking off its partnership with streaming service Stan, giving away 3-months free to existing RED Plan subscribers.
Telechoice Simplifies SIM Only Plan Selection
Telechoice has cut its plan selection from 21 to 14, trimming away all 24-month contracts, but still struggling to find a really attractive sweet spot for BYO phone customers.
Microsoft Lumia 532 Review
There is a surprising amount of phone packed in this cheap and cheerful offering on the Windows Phone platform.
Optus Overhaul: Unlimited Calls Across Postpaid Plans, Family Sharing
Optus has added value across the range of its core postpaid plans and added a new Family Sharing option.
Boost Mobile adds bonus data on Sundays
In a somewhat strange move, Boost Mobile is giving customers a big chunk of extra data each week, but they can only use it on Sundays.
Telstra tops up broadband data by mystery amount
Telstra is thanking its loyal broadband customers with a permanent data increase, but is not revealing how much bonus data will be added.
Amaysim enters 4G world with three new Unlimited plans
Amaysim customers will finally feel the speed of 4G, with a choice of three new unlimited plans to enjoy it with.
Telcos winners as Aussie dollar jacks up phone prices
The price of smartphones looks to be much higher this year than last, making telco plans more attractive than ever.
Telstra Mobile Protect: saving your kids from themselves
Telstra has launched a free suite of tools that parents are guaranteed to love, and their kids are guaranteed to hate.
CommBank app nows lets loads of Androids Tap & Pay
Any Android phone on 4.4 with NFC can now use the CommBank app to make cashless purchases.