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How to Turn on Caller ID Telstra Landline

What is caller Call Number Display (CND)? These days, nearly half of all phone calls get ignored. This is especially true amongst teenagers, who prefer SMS and social media to phone calls as a means of communication. There are several reasons why people have strayed away from phone calls, and one of the most common Continue reading…

Telstra Partners With OneWeb to Compete With Starlink

Telstra could launch satellite Internet service soon Telstra has announced its partnership with OneWeb, a UK-based broadband satellite Internet service provider (ISP). The partnership marks the first time one of Australia’s major telcos will likely enter the broadband satellite Internet market, competing directly with Starlink. Recall we reported last year that Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite Continue reading…

How to Change Optus Prepaid Plans

Prepaid plans vs postpaid plans Purchasing that flagship phone is only the first step. In order for you to take full advantage of your smartphone’s bells and whistles, you’re going to need a SIM plan.  In Australia, there are a ton of telcos to choose from when searching for a SIM plan for your Continue reading…

Telstra and TPG Telecom Agree to Share Mobile Network for 10 Years

TPG Telecom joins Telstra to boost regional coverage Telstra and TPG Telecom (Vodafone) just inked a deal to share mobile networks for a decade. While both telcos have been openly at odds on the regulatory front in Australia for several years, this latest development marks a significant about-face. Telstra has been the largest telco in Continue reading…

How to Turn Off Telstra MessageBank

What is Telstra MessageBank and what is it used for? You can’t answer every call, and even if you could, there’s a good chance you might now want to. These days, people simply prefer text messages to phone calls, especially teenagers and young adults. So what happens if you do get a phone call? Continue reading…