Mobile Guides

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  How to stop Apps from draining your data - find out what to do about it

  Trying to fit your daily mobile app usage into your monthly data allowance can be a pain for many people – but it’s easy to keep in control of how much data you use. We give you some tips for holding on to that precious data.
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  Review: How Much Data Do I Need on My Mobile Plan?

  With so much choice on offer these days it can become a minefield when trying to decide what mobile phone to sign up to? We have some tips that will make your life easier!
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  Which network does your mobile provider use?

  With an increasing number of providers offering great deals on mobile phone SIMs – both prepaid and postpaid – it’s a buyer’s market when it comes to getting your mobile connected and not paying very much money at all. But how can you tell which mobile network you’ll end up on? We take a look at how Australia’s newest mobile providers work.
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  Jeenee vs Telstra: Compare Mobile Plans, Deals and Perks

  With a range of plans that give more people than ever before access to unlimited mobile calls at low prices, socially-conscious provider Jeenee has won itself a lot of fans. But does it stack up value-wise compared to what Telstra has on offer these days?
• Compare Third-party Services on the Telstra Network

  Telstra’s 4G network is famous for its coverage and reliability, but you don’t need to sign a contract with Telstra itself to gain access to it. Boasting a wide range of contract-free plans to suit almost every user type, third-party providers will get you hooked up with Telstra while leaving your wallet happy.
• Compare Third-party Services on the Optus Mobile Network

  The Optus 4G Plus, Australia’s first fast 4G network, has millions of users. And yet, not all of them have signed up for an Optus plan. There are many great alternatives that can save you a ton of money while still providing access to the Optus infrastructure. We’ve gathered a few of the best third-party providers you should check out.
• Five Tips for Finding the Best Mobile Phone Plan

  Thanks to the ever-expanding range of providers and offers in the Australian mobile market, there’s little that can go wrong when it comes to picking a plan for your new mobile phone – or one to save you money compared to what you’re on now. But what should you be looking for?
• 2016’s Best Smartphones Review – We Test the Top 10

  With a vast range of smartphones on the market, sorting through the pros and cons of all of them to find what’s best for you in features or value can be a chore. We do the job for you with this look at the year’s ten best smartphones.
• Compare the Best Cheap Phone Plans Today

  With no punishing contracts, low monthly cost and often unlimited calls and texts – sometimes even to overseas countries – cheap mobile phone plans can get you connected at bargain prices while making use of the advanced networks of the big three telcos. But is there a catch?
• Your Complete Guide to International Phone Plans

  Calling or texting your loved ones internationally used to cost a lot of money and had you watching the clock. But now, thanks to unlimited international phone plans available from providers big and small – at price points to suit almost everyone – you can keep in touch with the world without breaking the bank.
• Aussie Guide to International Phone Cards

  Keeping in touch with home has never been cheaper or easier than it is these days. And while mobile phones are taking over the job more and more, international phone cards – which opened up affordable international calling to everyone – still have their place. Find out what they’re all about.
• Mobile Phone Plans Review: How to Avoid Buyers Remorse

  Choosing the right mobile plan isn’t as hard as you might think. You just need lots of information to make a smart, informed choice. We look at some of the things you should consider before getting connected.
• Review: Quick and Painless Guide to Porting Your Mobile Number

  Tired of your mobile provider? Good news: changing carriers doesn’t have to mean losing your phone number. If you’ve decided to go another way, you have the right to take your number with you. And we have a comprehensive overview of exactly how to do it.
• How to Improve Your Smartphone Battery Life: A Practical Guide

  The biggest complaint about smartphones, besides the fact that they keep us glued to the screen for more time than we’d like to admit, is that they have a short battery life. On average, most smartphone batteries last just 1 day before needing a hook-up to the charger! Here's some practical tips to make your phone's battery last longer.
• Quick Guide to Storing Photos Online: Google v Flickr v Apple iCloud Review

  For average users, the smartphone became our go-to photo camera. Thanks to advances in technology, our phone cameras can now deliver high quality images at the push of a button. There’s no more need to carry heavy photo equipment around unless you’re a professional photographer, and the convenience of having a camera in your pocket can’t be denied. But where can you store your snaps to make sure their safe? We have a few suggestions.