Posted by October 24th 2025
If you're on the hunt for a new mobile deal, there's a range of different providers to choose from. However, if you dig a little deeper, you'll quickly realise that they're all using the same …
Posted by January 9th 2025
Apple Maps is the co-pilot for many iPhone users looking to find their way to a destination. However, if you use the app to navigate and retrieve live traffic updates, the data consumed in the …
Posted by January 9th 2025
Given Uber boasts plenty of features and live-tracking capabilities, it stands to reason that your Uber ride could eat into your phone plan’s data allowance. So, how much data does Uber use? Canstar Blue explores …
Posted by February 28th 2025
What is Amazon Music Amazon Music is a music streaming platform that boasts a library of 100 million songs, plus thousands of online stations and podcasts. Available on iOS, Android and Windows, Amazon Music comes in …
Posted by January 9th 2025
In this article, Canstar Blue explains how to multitask on an iPhone. What is multitasking on an iPhone? Multitasking is a powerful iPhone feature. It enables users to scroll seamlessly through recent activity, manage apps and watch …
Posted by October 22nd 2025
Streaming has changed how we consume media. For both the good and bad. Where once artists had to sign big-name record deals, they can now easily upload it themselves and gain viral success. Of course, …
Posted by July 24th 2024
How to watch full Olympic coverage in NZ If you already have Sky Sky is offering extensive Olympics coverage across 12 sports channels. You can add Sky Sport to your subscription for $42 a month during the …
Posted by August 14th 2024
Electric Kiwi broadband: What's on offer? No frills Just like Electric Kiwi's power deals, its broadband offerings are no-frills products. It only offers unlimited broadband over existing fibre connections. This means, no landlines or other perks, such …
Posted by July 2nd 2024
Mighty Ape offers high-speed unlimited data across mobile plans that come with a range of max data speeds. What is Mighty Mobile? Mighty Mobile is a pre-paid telco service from online retailer, Mighty Ape. It piggybacks on …
Posted by July 2nd 2024
What is Rocket Mobile? Rocket Mobile is a mobile-phone provider that offers a unique range of prepaid unlimited data plans that use One NZ's mobile network: Plan Data/Speed Talk/Text Hotspotting Cost (monthly) Rocket Starter Unlimited: at 2Mbps Unlimited NZ/OZ 10GB $30 Rocket Unlimited: at 10Mbps Unlimited NZ/OZ 20GB $40 Rocket Plus Unlimited: at …
Posted by May 30th 2024
A phone is an essential part of everyday life. But they can be expensive and knowing when to upgrade can be tough. In this article, Canstar Blue provides a guide to buying a new phone. Should …
Posted by April 11th 2024
In this guide, we break down the big differences between the iPhone 14 vs iPhone 15, and which phone’s features and price will be best for your needs. iPhone 15 vs 14 features and specs: Quick …
Posted by March 28th 2024
This latest line-up of Galaxy A series phones offers extras not seen in the A series before, including more premium materials and security features. “With the Galaxy A series, we are expanding our latest technologies to …
Posted by March 15th 2024
What are the new costs? Until recently, Xtra Mail was free for Spark broadband customers, and $5.95/month for everyone else. However, from May 16, the cost of Xtra Mail will be increasing. Spark broadband, mobile or landline …
Posted by March 4th 2024
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: quick summary It’s not secret that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the most expensive phones on the market. So it’s safe to say that you’d expect pretty much …
Posted by March 4th 2024
Where to watch Formula 1 There are two main options for streaming Formula 1 races, which are: Sky Sport Now F1 TV Pro Sky Sport Now Sky customers have access to all 24 races and can be watched …
Posted by October 28th 2025
Fibre 300/100 is the most popular internet plan in New Zealand. Plans cost between $80-$100/m and, for most homes, they are fast enough. For data-hungry households with multiple internet users, it's easy to upgrade to …
Posted by February 27th 2024
What is Stolen Device Protection? Stolen Device Protection is Apple's latest security feature, designed to prevent unauthorised access to your iPhone in the event that it's stolen Stolen Device Protection limits access by adding extra security measures. …
Posted by February 21st 2024
What is Disney Plus? Disney Plus (also styled as Disney+) is the Walt Disney Company’s paid video-on-demand streaming service. The service is home to exclusive content from Disney's owned properties. This means that not only do …
Posted by February 16th 2024
What is Everyday Rewards? Everyday Rewards is a loyalty program offered by the supermarket chain Woolworths. It allows customers to accumulate points on their purchases at Woolworths stores, when refueling at BP, using an ASB rewards …