Phones and mobile devices

Independent and trusted reviews, tests and buying guides. Compare price and performance of phones and mobile devices. Including Ebook readers, home phones, mobile phones and portable media players.

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Mobile phone plans buying guide

01 Mar 2009 | Finding the right mobile phone plan can be a daunting task. Which provider has the best coverage in your area? Pre-paid or fixed-term contract, and if contract: what monthly amount? More >>

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Mobile phones GSM and 3G review

19 Nov 2009 | CHOICE tests 55 GSM and 3G phones to find the best. More >>

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iPhone GPS apps review and compare

08 Jul 2010 | Turn your iPhone into a satellite navigation GPS with one of these handy new apps. More >>

Smartphones review and compare

Smartphone reviews

21 Dec 2012 | We review the Apple iPhone 5, Samsung Galaxy S III and HTC One XL, all of which deliver screen sizes of four inches and larger. Plus one of the first available Windows 8 mobiles. More >>

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Next G phone reviews

06 Jul 2012 | Our review of 17 phones available on the Next G 850MHz network includes a reception test in the Australian outback More >>

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Cordless phones with answering machine review 2009

05 Jun 2009 | All phones tested are charged via a base station that sends the signal wirelessly to the handset, so you can have a chat while moving around the house. More >>

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Cordless phones without answering machines review

21 Jul 2011 | We look at models that work with an extra handset, providing added versatility. More >>

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Mobile camera phones review

26 Mar 2009 | It's official, Australians can’t do without their mobile phone, in fact there are now more active mobile phones than people, with 21 million currently in circulation.  More >>

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In car DVD players review and compare

05 Oct 2007 | We tested eight in-car DVD players of two different configurations - remote screens and built in screens. More >>

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Video review - Amazon Kindle

18 Nov 2009 | Steve Duncombe reviews this latest ebook reader from online giant, Amazon.com More >>

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eBook reader reviews

13 May 2013 | Find out which models have the best readability and design for reading eBooks, and are the easiest to use as an e-reader.  More >>

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Pebble watch first look

29 Apr 2013 | It promises to receive emails and SMSs via Bluetooth, but we reveal whether the Pebble watch is worth buying.  More >>

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New telco consumer code

25 Mar 2013 | New telco consumer code has better consumer protection to target bill shock, 'confusopoly' of plans, and excessive roaming charges. More >>

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Novelty phone handsets

04 Mar 2013 | We put five retro handsets and one bluetooth glove designed for use with a mobile phone through their paces. More >>

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Google Nexus 4 first look

21 Feb 2013 | The Nexus 4 is Google's showcase smartphone, delivering a clean Android experience. More >>

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Telstra EasyTouch 4G first look

11 Jan 2013 | The Telstra EasyTouch 4G mobile is aimed at first-time smartphone users who also want fast online data performance. More >>

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Global roaming costs

18 Dec 2012 | Curb bill shock with a pre-paid roaming SIM and our useful tips for limiting phone calls and data usage while overseas. More >>

Smartphones review and compare

Smartphone reviews

21 Dec 2012 | We review the Apple iPhone 5, Samsung Galaxy S III and HTC One XL, all of which deliver screen sizes of four inches and larger. Plus one of the first available Windows 8 mobiles. More >>

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MP3 and MP4 player reviews

15 Nov 2012 | See how the iPhone 4S and Samsung Galaxy III compare with the latest MP3 and MP4 players. More >>

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Landline phone reviews

10 Sep 2012 | We review a range of landline phones, including phones that communicate with your smartphone, and others that can work in a blackout.  More >>

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