Apple stuns with Aussie Maps move
Apple has unveiled a major change to its ubiquitous Maps service, in a move that will impact millions of users across the world.
Mobile Phones
‘What the hell’: Wild new phone lands in Aus
A striking new player has emerged in the battle for your dollars in the smartphone space race.
Budget phone produces surprising results
A good phone should be fast, easy to use, have a great camera, good battery life, and a display which allows for both work and play. Throw in a little AI and you have a winner, as long as it works.
Best phones in Australia for around $500
Tech giant Samsung expects to ship more than a million units of its A series phones to Australia this year which will start at under $500. See what else you can buy as well.
Horror number of creeps targeting Aussie kids
A shocking new survey suggests more than 40 per cent of Aussie kids have been contacted by strangers online.
‘I dropped my phone in water, this happened’
A new phone is set to shake up the market in Australia, and if you drop it in the water, that’s no problem at all.
This could be Apple’s best offer all year
With a price tag that’s half of its flagship phone, you would think Apple would have left a lot more out of its new iPhone 16e. FIRST LOOK
iPhone users notice bizarre Trump glitch
An iPhone glitch has replaced the word “Trump” with a damning word in its dictation system for miliseconds before turning back.
Eyebrow-raising feature on new phone
A new mobile phone has been launched overnight – and when it hits the shelves in Australia there’s one feature that’s sure to stun everyone.
Aussies promised big change for calls, texts
Aussies would be able to make calls and texts from wherever they can see the sky or during natural disasters in less than three years.
Apple announces gamechanging new iPhone
The tech giant has launched a new iPhone in a bid to respond to cost of living pressures which may have scared customers away from the pricey mobile.
Phone explodes in pocket, woman catches fire
A woman suffered severe burns when her phone exploded in her pocket inside a busy supermarket, sparking chaos as bystanders rushed to help.
Powerful, addictive phone delights and disappoints
With next level AI and photo features, it could be the most talked about phone of 2025 – and its already dividing some of the biggest reviewers on the planet. REVIEW
Fury after world-first app launches on iPhone
There’s been a furious reaction after the first hardcore porn app was made available on iPhones. Here is everything you need to know.
‘Personal AI concierge’: Next level phone launched
Samsung has teamed up with Google to transform your phone into a ‘human-like’ AI powered agent to help you with everyday tasks. And it has even joined forces with Crocs for some bling. VIDEO, FIRST LOOK
Fitness apps hoovering up data, study
If you see someone at run club with a tinfoil hat, don’t be alarmed: some fitness apps are collecting seven times more personal data than the competitors.
Meta agrees to huge payout for Aussies
Tech giant Meta has agreed to pay out a whopping sum to Australians who were impacted by a major privacy scandal.
Massive news if you own an iPhone
There has been a massive upgrade for all Apple iPhone users in Australia today and some of the features are mind-blowing.
Photo proves you should sell your iPhone now
On a family trip in the city for the Christmas markets, I tried a little experiment. And it proved that this is the best phone on the market.
‘Shock’: Every phone owner must see this
We performed a variety of tests on different types of smartphones to uncover a huge truth, and you need to see the results for yourself.
Aussie model’s shock move after Uber fail
An Aussie model claims an Uber driver failed to deliver her belongings and has taken to social media to ask for help.
‘Dramatic’: Top snappers give their best tips for new iPhones
An Australian and New York photographer have shared some of their best tips for using the new game-changing feature in the iPhone 16 phones. SPECIAL FEATURE
Thousands of phones stop working today
Tens of thousands of mobile phones will be obsolete on Monday, and if you own one of them, don’t say you haven’t been warned.
Thousands of phones won’t work tomorrow
Thousands of Aussies are scrambling to get their phones upgraded before Telstra and Optus switch off their 3G networks.
Aussie’s bid to dominate music industry
Australia’s only ASX-listed music company holds plenty of ambition, taking on every element of the lucrative industry in a bid to reach 1 billion fans.
‘Ridiculous’: Fury at Telstra, millions hit
Telstra users are up in arms over “ridiculous” increases to their phone bill, as the telco prepares for the long-awaited closure of one of its services.
The tiny tech with a huge Aussie price tag
It’s the super comfortable technology that you might not even remember you’re wearing but it comes with a hefty price tag per centimetre.
Warning over teen social media link
Fresh research revealed in parliament suggests a link between time spent on social media use and mental health in Aussie teens.
Age limits first step in big tech battle
The Albanese government says it’s holding ‘big tech to account’ and age limits for kids on social media are the first step.
Parents’ bold answer to social media ‘cancer’
Parents are begging to raise social media age restrictions even further than 16, warning that “tech companies now own our children”.
So how good are the new iPhone cameras?
For photographers, Apple’s flagship phones really take capturing and editing photos to a whole new level. But the verdict is still out on the new camera control.
Aus Post worker’s alleged $6k theft
An Australia Post employee has been charged with allegedly stealing more than $6000 worth of phones from his own employer.
Cops storm home of ‘computer geek’
The alleged mastermind behind an encrypted messaging platform allegedly used by the mafia is a 32-year-old “computer geek” who lives with his parents, police say.
Sneaky Apple update will ‘end relationships’
Millions of iPhones can be upgraded with Apple’s new iOS 18 operating system, but some are worried a new feature could “end relationships”.
PM’s social media ban like ‘whack-a-mole’
As the PM shores up plans for a social media ban for Aussie teenagers, Facebook’s head of global affairs has called the proposal a ‘whack-a-mole nightmare’ for parents.
Apple teases major announcement in weeks
The tech giant has released an intriguing invite which suggests a big change is coming to the best selling iPhone.
‘Google’s new phone is a sleeper hit’
Google has just launched its new top-tier Pixel 9 phones and I was one of the first people in Australia to test out the new features.
Embarrassing problem at big Google event
The whole world was watching as Google announced major new artificial intelligence innovations and its new Pixel 9 range.
Tech giant’s big move on dodgy apps
A mobile phone giant has revealed its latest move on cyber security as experts raise alarm bells over a rise in malware attacks.
150,000 still at risk of Triple-0 blackout
An approaching signal shutdown could knock out triple-0 calls for a huge number of Aussies, a leading telecommunications giant has warned.
Massive threat issued to tech giants
The eSafety Commissioner has officially put the tech giants on notice: Do more to protect Aussie kids or cop massive fines.
‘Finally, the new phone Australia needs’
A new phone has just been released in Australia that deals with some of the most common — and annoying — problems we face every day.
Optus’ phone offer amid little known issue
Optus is offering 20,000 free phones to elderly and vulnerable customers amid the impending shutdown of the 3G network in the coming months.
Samsung’s new AI ring is a game-changer in the bedroom
Samsung’s next generation of AI will power a host of biggest changes, including a ring to monitor your snoring. VIDEO, PHOTOS
Olympians’ stern warning to parents
Two of Australia’s top athletes have warned of the damage of “digital devices” pulling kids away from the glories of sport to the closed world of smartphones.
Telstra act puts 140k Aussies ‘at risk’
Telstra publicly released the details of more than 140,000 customers who wanted privacy, an investigation has found.
This may be the best thing to come to your iPhone
One of the biggest changes to how we experience our most precious memories is being released on Apple devices. It promises to bring your most precious moments to life.
Tricky scammer move exposed
Telstra cybersecurity experts have warned scammers are more likely to target Aussies on particular days. Here’s what you need to watch out for.
Apple’s strict iPhone rule when you die
A grieving daughter who was unable to access her father’s phone photos after he unexpectedly died has shared the Apple feature everyone must know.
Telstra’s huge move ahead of 3G shutdown
In an effort to help its more vulnerable customers switch to 4G, Telstra will be providing eligible customers with free phones.
‘Infuriating’: Angry Optus user unleashes
A fed-up Optus customer has shared their “infuriating” experience with the telco’s customer service after making a simple request.
No one noticed Apple ringing the death knell
All the focus was on AI at Apple’s latest event, but the tech giant also released some killer apps that could destroy other tech companies.
‘All Apple devices banned’: Elon Musk erupts
Elon Musk has lashed out at a “creepy spyware” deal between OpenAI and Apple, threatening to ban iPhones at his companies.
Big change coming for billion iPhone users
Apple has announced a major change to iPhones that will impact an estimated one billion people.
‘Just throw them away’: iPhone warning
A long list of “obsolete” smartphone models has been put on alert as experts warn users they are now a target.
Phones, vending machines to stop working
Aussies are being warned of looming chaos in just a few weeks when millions of devices including phones and vending machines suddenly stop working.
Optus hit with lawsuit over data breach
In the latest hit to the telco, Optus is being taken to court over a data breach that impacted millions of Australians.
Global outage hits Apple customers
Hundreds of reports are emerging that people are having trouble sending text messages using their Apple devices.
Phone lie we’re all falling for
Should you use rice to fix your phone? Does heat hurt your battery? Experts are busting the myths everyone believes.
If you text like this you’re old, sorry
The way you text is apparently exposing your true age to everyone around you, with Gen Zers claiming there is a sure-fire way to tell if someone is nearing 50.
Telstra’s huge move on 3G shutdown
Telstra has revealed a big change to the planned shutdown of 3G networks across Australia.
How collapsed airline got it so wrong
Upstart airliner Bonza launched in Australia with budgie-smugglers and purple cocktails, but 18 months later the low-cost carrier collapsed. Here’s why.
Terrifying truth about smartphones exposed
A landmark report has called for never-before-seen measures that would impact millions of TikTok and Instagram users, and it’s incredibly scary reading.
Major changes to popular maps app
Aussies will be encouraged to take the most fuel-efficient route next time they plug in an address in this maps app.
Elon Musk sues Australia over trans furore
Global tech titan Elon Musk is pursuing legal action over a post on his social media platform that was allegedly harmful to a transgender activist.
‘Creepy’ change to millions of iPhones
A “creepy-sounding setting” was automatically turned on iPhones across the world in Apple’s software update. Here is what it does.
‘I made a terrible mistake with new tech’
I received the Nokia G42 5G and tried to harness my inner mobile phone repair skills — but sadly I failed miserably.
‘iPhone finger’: How dangerous is it really?
Chronic mobile phone users are worried that too much tapping could leave them with “iPhone finger” – but is it even a thing?
Apple hit with bombshell lawsuit
America has filed a landmark lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of monopolising the smartphone market.
Outage hits Telstra, thousands affected
A major outage rippled across Australia in the afternoon, with the country’s largest telco scrambling to deliver a fix.
This is the phone Kate should have used to avoid photo fallout
It’s the phone that ticks almost every box on the longest shopping list of features for fun, photography, travel, productivity, gaming, and just doing life. And the Princess of Wales probably wishes she used one of them.
Bombshell as Optus network boss quits
One of Optus’ senior figures has dropped a bombshell four months after a widespread outage at the telco giant disrupted the lives of millions and shattered the company’s reputation.
Apple’s iPhone revelation blowing minds
Apple has put an end to two common misconceptions about the iPhone — and you won’t believe how much time you’ve been wasting.
‘Cheeky’: Shock over surprise Vodafone email
Customers of one of Australia’s biggest telecommunications providers have been slapped with a price increase on their mobile phone plans.
US woman’s warning about Australia
An American influencer has issued a stern warning to travellers while visiting Australia this week.
One conversation you shouldn’t avoid
An expert has revealed the dangers that can come with phone use in children and the conversations parents need to be having before school returns.
World reacts to wild new Samsung phone
Samsung has revealed its most anticipated smartphone line of the year, but things are a little different this time around.
Why this image is so terrifying
Gen Zers are considered one of the most technologically advanced generations, but they are afraid of one thing they have spent their whole lives surrounded by.
How to save money on the essentials
Brand loyalty is costing Australians $4.5bn per year but there is a way to slash hundreds of dollars off your bills for electricity, mobile and broadband.
Samsung to unveil wild new AI feature
Samsung’s next smartphone is tipped to be the first of its kind for the brand – but not everyone is buying into it.
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