Chinese companies like Huawei are making great, cost-effective phones that are low in price but keep up with the big guns in terms of specs. The brand names are everywhere – Huawei, ZTE, Oppo and OnePlus for example. However, American intelligence agencies are warning customers that their device could potentially be used to spy Continue reading…
In 2018, Optus announced it would be closing down the Virgin brand. Over a million customers were affected and needed to switch to a new provider, and over 200 staff lost their jobs. It’s sad that Virgin Mobile closed down. It delivered innovative ideas about data, reliable customer service and plans that used to Continue reading…
It seems like every major telco has some form of TV streaming available, and Vodafone have joined the pack. Vodafone are the latest Australian telco to offer a set top box dedicated to TV streaming. Their new streaming device will be available to Australian customers in April, and is being offered in partnership with Continue reading…
Optus has confirmed that Virgin mobile will be shut down, with all Virgin customers who do not find another provider automatically moved to Optus. The decision confirms rumours that have been circling for some time, and comes as TPG enter the Australian mobile market as the fourth major telco. This decision reflects the greater Continue reading…
The race to 5G is on, and all the major telcos are competing. The recent Commonwealth games was where Telstra and Optus chose to showcase some 5G capabilities, with public demonstrations and centres dedicated to showcasing 5G performance. Vodafone has stayed relatively quiet on the 5G front, although they assure customers their 5G capabilities Continue reading…