Telecommunications

News, reviews and guides on the NBN, mobile networks and other telco services.

Telstra lifts NBN speeds at no extra charge

Telstra lifts NBN speeds at no extra charge

The telco will upgrade 850,000 NBN customers from 25/5Mbps to 50/10Mbps, and provide many with a free smart modem.
Mar 1 2018, 9:05PM
NBN to upgrade fixed wireless services

NBN to upgrade fixed wireless services

The provider is increasing capacity to relieve congestion and the ‘Netflix effect’.
Feb 21 2018, 9:55AM
Number of premises 'ready to connect' to NBN stalls

Number of premises 'ready to connect' to NBN stalls

Despite the setback, the NBN is still on track for 2020 completion, the company says.
Feb 12 2018, 3:39PM
5G coming in 2019, say Optus and Telstra

5G coming in 2019, say Optus and Telstra

Next-generation wireless networks are coming, but what’s in it for businesses and individuals?
Feb 5 2018, 1:14PM
New NBN speeds and flexible plans from Aussie Broadband

New NBN speeds and flexible plans from Aussie Broadband

The retail service provider now offers a lot more choice for individuals and businesses.
Jan 30 2018, 2:21PM
Vodafone starts selling NBN services

Vodafone starts selling NBN services

The telco is finally offering its fixed broadband service with 4G backup.
Dec 4 2017, 9:37PM
MyNetFone adds 4G services to its business range

MyNetFone adds 4G services to its business range

There’s another option for those looking for an affordable business mobile plan that uses the Telstra network.
Dec 1 2017, 11:10AM
NBN Co pauses HFC connections

NBN Co pauses HFC connections

The company says the former Telstra network requires “advanced network testing and remediation where needed”.
Nov 27 2017, 3:17PM
NBN still 'on track' for 2020 completion

NBN still 'on track' for 2020 completion

NBN Co reports an additional 700,000 premises were connected in the last quarter.
Nov 14 2017, 12:28PM
MyNetFone now offers international toll-free numbers

MyNetFone now offers international toll-free numbers

Businesses can get affordable toll-free numbers in more than 90 countries.
Nov 9 2017, 11:24AM
NBN Co aims to take better care of businesses

NBN Co aims to take better care of businesses

A 1Gbps Ethernet service and a new business-focused team are two of national broadband provider’s latest initiatives.
Nov 6 2017, 1:43PM
Another gigabit upgrade coming to the NBN

Another gigabit upgrade coming to the NBN

NBN Co is adding high-speed G.fast to its technology mix in 2018.
Oct 25 2017, 11:50AM
NBN makes first FTTC connection

NBN makes first FTTC connection

Trial of faster fibre-to-the-curb technology successfully completed ahead of next year’s rollout.
Oct 24 2017, 5:57AM
30% jump in telco complaints by small businesses

30% jump in telco complaints by small businesses

The latest ombudsman’s report reveals some bad news about our telecommunications services.
Oct 18 2017, 8:07AM
'More cost-effective' NBN business pricing on the way

'More cost-effective' NBN business pricing on the way

NBN Co is dropping the wholesale prices of its business-grade services by "up to 70%".
Sep 28 2017, 9:28AM
DrayTek VigorBX 2000ac review: a router with built-in PBX

DrayTek VigorBX 2000ac review: a router with built-in PBX

This all-in-one small business router includes a smart phone system.
Sep 25 2017, 2:47PM
Netgear offers easy 4G broadband backup

Netgear offers easy 4G broadband backup

The LB2120 is a simple, affordable LTE modem that provides internet access if your fixed-line connection goes down.
Sep 22 2017, 10:51AM
NBN migration deadlines looming for many businesses

NBN migration deadlines looming for many businesses

Do you have a 'special services' connection? It may be about to end soon, so start planning now.
Sep 20 2017, 8:21AM
Kogan Mobile boosts data in prepaid plans

Kogan Mobile boosts data in prepaid plans

The company’s phone plans now include more data for the same price.
Sep 9 2017, 7:15AM
NBN availability checker now more accurate

NBN availability checker now more accurate

NBN Co has improved the level of detail provided by the 'check your address' function on its web site.
Sep 4 2017, 11:41AM

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