Phone & Internet

How to Get Free Netflix, Spotify & Amazon Prime

Posted by February 21st 2024

Okay, let's start this story with an old chestnut: there's no such thing as a free lunch … or free Netflix, Spotify or any other streaming service. No telco is going to give away valuable …


Best Roaming Plans NZ

Best Roaming Plans NZ

Posted by February 13th 2024

What is roaming? Roaming (commonly referred to as global roaming, international roaming or data roaming) is when your phone uses another provider's network to use functions such as calling, SMS, and mobile broadband (data) when your …


How Much is Netflix Per Month?

Posted by February 13th 2024

Netflix boasts an impressive library of movies and TV shows, from trashy eye-rolling reality shows like Too Hot to Handle to the surprise Spanish hit that is Money Heist (is it socially acceptable to watch …


How to Multitask on an iPhone

Posted by February 13th 2024

How to multitask between apps Multitasking between applications allows you to view all of your recently used applications, and to quickly and easily choose between them. How you switch apps will depend on which model iPhone …



How to Activate a New SIM Card

Posted by February 13th 2024

There are plenty of reasons why you could need to activate a new SIM card. It could be coupled to a new phone on a plan; it could be a smaller SIM to fit into …


Apple iPhone 15 Revealed: Features, Prices and More

Posted by February 13th 2024

Apple has unveiled four new models: the standard iPhone, bigger iPhone 15 Plus, feature-packed iPhone 15 Pro, and ultra-luxe iPhone 15 Pro Max. New Zealand buyers can pre-order any of the new devices from 12:01am …


Can I use My Own Modem With a New Internet Plan?

Posted by February 13th 2024

Whether you’re looking to change providers or enter into a new internet plan, a lot of providers include modems when you first sign up for an internet plan. But, if you already have a working …


What is Mighty Mobile?

Posted by February 13th 2024

A new pre-paid mobile provider is here in New Zealand. Online retailer Mighty Ape has joined the telco market, offering high-speed unlimited data across mobile plans that come with a range of max data speeds. What …


Where to Watch the Rugby World Cup

Posted by February 13th 2024

There are three options for streaming the Rugby World Cup matches. However, only one is streaming all 48 matches, and, as you can expect, you have to pay for access. The three platforms streaming the …


Cheapest SIM Only Plans

Posted by February 13th 2024

In this story we cover: What is a SIM only plan? What are the benefits of a SIM only plan? What are the cheapest SIM only plans in NZ? Cheapest SIM only plans under …


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 & Galaxy Z Flip 5: Full Guide

Posted by February 13th 2024

Each new device will be available for shipping/instore on August 3, with both phones to be offered on mobile plans from 2degrees, One and Spark, as well as from Samsung and selected retailers. If you’re in …


ChatGPT: Everything You Need to Know

Posted by February 13th 2024

There has been a lot of recent buzz surrounding ChatGPT, which was launched in November 2022. For those in a creative space or studying, you've likely been warned not to use the AI chatbot for …


Work it Out: A Guide to Free Fitness Apps

Posted by February 13th 2024

Fitness apps have been on the rise ever since the pandemic, when we weren't able to go to the gym or meet with our sports clubs. And, compared to gyms, fitness apps are far more …


Where to Watch FIFA Women’s World Cup

Posted by February 13th 2024

Buying in-person tickets to the Women's World Cup is a pretty straightforward process, but with so many streaming services, finding where you can stream the games is a bit more difficult. Fortunately, there are a …


TV Buying Guide: Exploring Different Types of TVs

Posted by February 13th 2024

In the bustling TV market, it's crucial to understand the different types of TVs available in New Zealand, so you can make informed decision when hitting the shops. This comprehensive buying guide takes you through …


What is starlink? Satellite broadband

Starlink Satellite Internet: All You Need to Know

Posted by February 13th 2024

A sky-high internet network is here in New Zealand. Rolled out by Elon Musk's aerospace company SpaceX, Starlink offers faster broadband internet to rural and remote communities without the need for a fibre connection. Utilising …


What is Sky Broadband?

Posted by February 13th 2024

Broadband bundles have, of course, become pretty standard fare in recent times. However Sky Broadband stands out from the crowd by bundling super-fast broadband with its satellite Sky TV service. From mobile, electricity and entertainment-focused broadband …


How to Watch Sky Sport in NZ

Posted by February 13th 2024

Offering a huge selection of sports from both at home and overseas, Sky Sport delivers 12 dedicated sports channels, including ESPN, plus plus plenty of pop-up channels for special events. From local league to Formula …


Which provider has the best mobile coverage?

Which Provider Has the Best Mobile Coverage?

Posted by March 19th 2024

Currently One (formerly Vodafone) is heralding its collaboration with SpaceX, which promises to provide 100% mobile coverage across the country. It plans to deliver SMS and MMS coverage by the end of 2024, and data, …