Phone & Internet

Broadband Hacks for Cheaper Internet

Posted by June 15th 2023

Home internet bills can add up over time, so you want to ensure you're getting bang for your internet buck and the cheapest broadband deal. Canstar Blue reveals a few broadband hacks to cut the …


What is Electric Kiwi Broadband and is it a Great Deal?

Posted by December 12th 2023

There is no shortage of broadband providers in New Zealand. Canstar Blue's latest Broadband Star Ratings and Awards cover 13 major players. And since last year's award, even more providers have started offering broadband services, …


Samsung’s New Budget-Friendly Galaxy A Series Phones

Posted by April 11th 2023

This latest phone line-up sees more 5G compatible devices launching at cheaper price points. This is great news for customers wanting future-proofed devices, and also ensures that those with lower budgets will also have access …


Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Review

Posted by March 3rd 2023

It’s no secret that Samsung produces some of the best smartphones that money can buy. But that also means that some of its best features are included in some rather pricey packages, such as the …


Best Router For Ultra-Fast Broadband

How to Pick the Best Router For Ultra-Fast Broadband

Posted by June 21st 2023

If you want to make the most of your souped-up ultra-fast broadband (UFB) home broadband connection, you'll need a router that can handle the pace. It's all well and good signing up for a new …


Best iPad? Which iPad Should You Choose?

Posted by June 20th 2023

If you're shopping for a new iPad it can be hard to know where to start. The iPad family of tablets has steadily expanded over the years. And Apple's current line-up spans a range of …


5G Mobile Phone

5G Mobile: Is it Time to Upgrade Your Smartphone

Posted by February 10th 2023

Will 2023 be the year of 5G mobile? As the hype continues to build, will this be the year you finally get connected with the latest in mobile networking technology? While many smartphone users are already …


Best Rural Broadband Plans NZ

Best Rural Broadband Plans NZ

Posted by June 15th 2023

What is rural broadband? Rural broadband refers to specific broadband products (most commonly wireless broadband) catered for those outside of the standard broadband network. For example, while fibre is by far the go-to option for most urbanites, …


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When Should You Upgrade Your Phone?

Posted by January 19th 2023

The carousel of new-release smartphones might slow but it never stops. There's always a new high-end device to make your old phone look shabby. Apple's iPhone 14 range has not long been out and already …




Why Is My Internet So Slow?

Why Is My Internet So Slow?

Posted by December 12th 2023

Are you the problem? First things first, it pays to run an internet speed test. This will quickly tell you if the problem is your internet, or if it's you. Or, at the very least, someone …



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4K or 8K, LCD or OLED? A Guide to TV Displays

Posted by June 15th 2023

If you're in the market for a new TV, you'll no doubt have come across an abundance of acronyms designating various display type attributes. In tackling this at times tricky TV terminology, a good starting …


How to Move Internet to a New House

How to Move Internet to a New House

Posted by June 15th 2023

In the past, moving your broadband connection when moving house was a pain. More often than not you'd be waiting days, or even weeks, for a technician to come over and get things set up …


iPhone 14 Pro Review

iPhone 14 Pro Review

Posted by December 12th 2022

Author: Emma Bradstock Apple is clearly at a point where it’s producing the best phones it currently can with the tech available, but each year’s iPhone release usually offers more incremental changes than major updates. That’s …



How To Get Free Data All Summer Long!

How To Get Free Data All Summer Long!

Posted by December 7th 2022

Calling and texting are a thing of the past. Now it's all about the data. After all, it's data we need to share memes and TikToks and photos of our food online, not unlimited texts. …


Smartphone Charger Guide: How to Power Up in Quick Time

Smartphone Charger Guide: How to Power Up in Quick Time

Posted by December 2nd 2022

Mobile phone chargers aren't as simple as they used to be. As battery technologies have evolved, so to has the way in which we charge our smartphones. This means you'll probably be better off pairing your …


AirPods vs AirPods Pro

AirPods vs AirPods Pro: Which Should You Buy?

Posted by November 29th 2022

Apple AirPods: What are the options? Currently, there are four sets of AirPods for you to choose from: 2nd generation AirPods 3rd generation AirPods AirPods Pro (second generation) AirPods Max Below we provide an overview of each …