New rules to stop scam callers hassling you
Telcos face hefty penalties if they fail to comply with new rules to stop scam calls that have cost Aussies tens of millions of dollars this year.
Mobile Phones
Dating app ad campaign’s key message
People looking to find love on a popular dating app will now see new ads to remind users they should swipe left for an important message.
Mini phone’s one big downside
For some people the smallest iPhone of the recently released four new iPhones will be the perfect size – but it’s a little too small in one key area.
Painful consequence of bad phone habit
If you are in the habit of looking at your phone while sitting on the toilet in the bathroom, you could be at risk of a very painful problem.
Stomach-churning picture of iPhone
A gross look inside the “belly button of your phone” shows why we should all be cleaning our devices more.
How you can stick it to Telstra, Optus
Aussies are paying a price for their loyalty to the main telcos, but there’s an easy way to get back at them.
Telstra refunds $2.5m after ‘clear breach’
Thousands of Telstra customers have been refunded after “unacceptable” charges over a 12-year period.
New tool for social distancing
The world’s most valuable company has released an update featuring a kind of creepy way to enforce social distancing.
Why Apple banned voter app
A former Facebook engineer who wanted to have a “positive impact” on the US election has questioned why Apple banned his app.
Sales of $8 Kmart product skyrockets
This product from Kmart has been around for years. But now its sales are skyrocketing as an unintended consequence of COVID-19.
Amazon apologises for ‘fingerprints’
Amazon has revealed the reason why it’s having to open new smartphones and change how they’re packaged before shipping.
Cheating husband’s repairman bribe
An iPhone repairman was left in a moral quandary after finding something he didn’t expect in a customer’s broken device he was fixing.
Unlimited data ‘the future’ of mobile
Everyone’s data allowance is different and it can quickly get expensive if you exceed it – but pretty soon you’ll be able to start ignoring it altogether.
Watch the video that cost student $199
A legal observer filming “oppressive police activity” at a recent protest was left out of pocket after he claimed cops stepped on his phone.
Save hundreds on your new iPhone
Apple has unveiled a suite of new iPhones, but if you want that new-phone feel without the price tag, here’s how to upgrade and still have money.
‘Powerhouse’: First reviews of new iPhone
We’re days away from the new iPhone going on sale in Australia, so should you upgrade to Apple’s latest and greatest or wait?
Truth about Apple conspiracy theory
As Apple unveiled four new models of iPhones users have quickly started to complain they believe their older handsets and battery life are failing.
Phone companies busted for dodgy claims
Two budget phone companies have been forced to cough up thousands of dollars to the corporate regulator for misleading advertising.
‘Impressive’ phone is missing one thing
Google has just released the anticipated Pixel 5 and it’s $200 cheaper than the previous model – but it is missing a vital component.
Apple mocked for new iPhone
Apple is copping a bunch of criticism for unveiling new iPhone 12 models that look exactly like the iPhone 5 from eight years ago.
Apple roasted over new iPhone omission
Apple was boasting about the features on its new iPhone 12 range this morning, but there’s one thing they left out and people are not happy.
‘New era’: Major iPhone ‘breakthrough’
Apple has revealed the biggest iPhone ever and three other models. You can get your hands on them in just a couple of weeks.
What delayed iPhone’s new feature
It’s expected to be the headline feature of Apple’s upcoming event, but there are reasons it’s taken the tech company so long to introduce.
Key details about new iPhone ‘leaked’
Everything you need to know about the new iPhone, including prices, features and colours, has been leaked ahead of its launch.
New smartphone that saves you $350
A new Samsung smartphone is out on the market and fans can’t believe it’s being sold so much cheaper than an almost identical model.
NSW eyes big change to business virus rules
Ordering a cappuccino? You could soon be forced to download a government app to be allowed into the coffee shop.
When we’ll see the new iPhone
Apple has confirmed an event for next week where it’s expected to unveil the device everyone really wants to see.
New smartphone has ‘magic’ wand feature
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has a unique feature that anyone who’s yearned for wizard school will fall completely in love with.
Stunning feature on new phone
Google has announced new products across home automation and its Pixel smartphone line, including one brilliant new feature.
‘Big draw’ in Pixel’s ‘best feature’
Google has announced a suite of new devices, and tech fans are particularly excited about one feature that can solve an annoying problem on your phone.
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