Mobile Phone News
Three new BlackBerry smartphones are coming to Australia in June
You'll be able to get your hands on a trio of new BlackBerry Android smartphones from June.
Optus offers free data to keep you connected during quarantine
Of the three Australian telcos, Optus are the first to offer additional services in relation to Covid-19. Neither Vodafone, nor Telstra are offering virus-specific assistance for customers at this time.
Apple closes stores over coronavirus concerns
In a statement on Friday 13th, the tech giant announced that all Apple Stores, outside of the Greater China region will close up shop until March 27th.
Telstra takes $10 off most plan prices
Telstra is taking $10 off its monthly, top-end plan fees for twelve months, putting Australia’s largest network in the grasp of more Australians.
Pick up a half-priced Pixel 4 with Vodafone
Prices for the Pixel 4 have absolutely plummeted this week, with Vodafone dropping the handset costs by 50%.
You'll be able to pre-order the foldable Huawei Mate XS from March 14, but it won't be cheap
The Hauwei Mate XS is coming to Australia shortly.
Boost says Phuket to travel bans with new international roaming offer
Boost Mobile, Telstra MVNO will launch international roaming options from late March 2020.
Apple says it’s okay to disinfect your iPhone now, so back up COVID-19
For quite some time Apple has been adamant that we shouldn’t clean our Apple products with disinfectant wipes, but on Monday the manufacturer changed its mind.
Netflix no longer offers free trials in Australia
New Netflix Australia subscribers will now have to pay for their first month upfront.
OPPO Find X2 Pro, seems like a good find
OPPO has a new flagship coming out and, oh it’s something to be seen. The Find X2 Pro boasts impressive cameras, battery life, and even the option of a sexy, orange vegan leather back.
Vodafone switches on first 5G sites, promises 5G international roaming
Vodafone 5G is officially live, albeit in a very limited way.
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