What network do Amaysim, Vaya, Lebara and other smaller phone companies use? Everyone in Australia knows about Optus, Telstra and Vodafone. They’re the 3 largest telcos in the country, and are the only companies with cellular networks (the towers, masts and other infrastructure that lets us use our phones to communicate). Maintaining and improving Continue reading…
Is it really essential to install a security app on a mobile phone? Opinions are divided. Many smart phone users believe they are perfectly safe relying on the mobile phone security safeguards incorporated into their Android or iOS operating systems. The distinctions often drawn between personal computer and phone risks contribute to a certain Continue reading…
What is International Mobile Roaming (IMR)? International mobile roaming allows you to use an Australian mobile device service overseas. There is no need to change your SIM card. You continue to make and receive calls and browse the web as if you were back in Australia. The call and data traffic you generate “roams” Continue reading…
Boost Mobile and Vaya are two of the smaller phone companies (also known as mobile virtual network operators) competing for the custom of Australian mobile phone owners. Boost Mobile and Vaya service bundles both include: Monthly SIM-Only phone contracts Unlimited SMS, and a certain number of free minutes within Australia An online data allowance Continue reading…
Quick summary : In our view, Boost Mobile and Amaysim sell the best unlimited plans on the Telstra and Optus networks respectively. Choosing between them for most people comes down, to two questions. 1. Do you live in a more rural area ? Boost’s network covers a large proportion of Australia than Amaysim’s. 2. Continue reading…