Train services gradually return after telco outage A state premier has pledged two days of free transport after a nationwide Telstra outage brought a regional transport network to a standstill. AAP · Jul 9
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 'official' renders just leaked before Unpacked — here it is in every single color Samsung is planning to launch its new foldables in two weeks but fresh leaked images reveal the phone. Tom’s Guide · Jul 8
Telstra outage: triple-zero calls affected by network glitches as regional train services slowly resume Carrier says some were unable to connect to emergency hotline a day after mobile network went down The Guardian - AU · Jul 8
SA police investigating death during Telstra outage – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Jul 8
The first post-Android 17 update is rolling out for Pixels with security and bug fixes Google's rolling out an important update for Pixel phones, serving as its first Android 17 update since its June launch. Android Central · Jul 8
Can’t catch the train, can’t use Eftpos, can’t charge your car: how Telstra’s outage wreaked havoc across Australia Trains, mobile phones, triple-zero calls and even EVs – if it communicates, Telstra bricked it The Guardian - AU · Jul 8
Global consumer Wi-Fi router shipments fell 6% in Q1 2026, down 34% from 2021 peak — mesh systems and gaming routers still prove popular Global consumer Wi-Fi router shipments have declined 34 percent from their peak in 2021 Tom’s Hardware · Jul 8
Your T-Mobile Bill May Be Going Up — Here's What to Do Next T-Mobile is moving some customers to newer plans. Here's how to check your account, compare costs and decide whether switching could save you money. Kiplinger · Jul 8
Samsung looks set to jump on the clip-on earbuds trend – but it isn't short of competition The 'Galaxy Able' have been spotted in Samsung's Wearable app What Hi-Fi? · Jul 8
Google Pixel 11 launch event just around the corner – Made by Google date announced Are you ready for the Pixel 11? It seems that Google finally is T3 · Jul 8
Samsung just confirmed the most obvious Galaxy Z Fold 8 upgrade — but I'm still surprised Samsung just confirmed which chip the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will run on, and it's simultaneously surprising and obvious. Tom’s Guide · Jul 8
'Galaxy Buds On' could be the name of Samsung's rumored 'clip-on' earbuds Conflicting rumors hit Samsung's alleged bone conduction earbuds, as tipsters throw around two names after a major app discovery. Android Central · Jul 8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 launch confirmed – here's when Galaxy Unpacked will usher in a new era for foldables Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 will take place this month and promises to be a bumper show of launches T3 · Jul 8
Virgin Media fined record £28m for stopping customers cancelling contracts Ofcom levies largest-ever consumer protection fine after finding firm deliberately mishandled millions of phone calls The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
The Guardian - AU · Jul 8 Afternoon Update: Federal investigation into Telstra outage; ICE fatally shoot motorist; and flaky AI skincare advice The outage left thousands of mobile customers unable to make calls or access data
The Guardian - AU · Jul 8 The Telstra outage is a stark reminder of the widespread effects of single-system failures The network disruption – which brought trains, traffic lights and Eftpos payments to a halt – raises questions about the resilience of services
Tom’s Guide · Jul 8 Samsung S95H vs S85H: We've tested both new OLED TVs and this is what I recommend The Samsung S95H is one of the best OLED TVs of 2026, but the entry-level S85H is more affordable. Here's how they compare — from performance to features and design.
T3 · Jul 8 T3 Awards 2026: All the Tech winners of the year unveiled The T3 Awards 2026 recognises the very best Tech products of the year
MyLifeXP · Jul 8 Could the Vivo X300e Be Vivo's Biggest Upgrade Yet? Sometimes, the biggest smartphone announcements happen long before a company officially unveils a device. A certification listing, a leaked specification, or a small regulatory document can reveal more than expected That's exactly what's happening with the Vivo X300e. The upcoming smartphone has reportedly appeared on China's 3C certification platform, and…
The Guardian - AU · Jul 8 Telstra blames ‘software defect’ for major outage that hit mobiles, trains and triple-zero calls Telco said outage was not due to a cyber-attack but warned of scammers calling people claiming to be from Telstra
Tom’s Guide · Jul 7 Google Pixel 11 release date and prices leak as official August 12 Pixel event invites go out Two new leaks reveal a Pixel 11 price hike and Google's next phones event.
Android Central · Jul 7 Rumors say Honor's alleged 'Wide' foldable competitor has a top-notch battery Honor's "Wide" fold rumors returned, suggesting the device could feature similar displays to Huawei's model and a massive battery.
Android Central · Jul 7 Budget phones projected to take a hit amid pressure from soaring memory prices Researchers tell how memory costs in 2026 will continue to wound the budget phone market, as companies scramble to turn a profit.
GamesRadar · Jul 7 Yes, the RedMagic 11S Pro is the best phone I've tested for gaming, but that's only on paper The RedMagic 11S Pro offers a ruthlessly powerful mobile gaming experience, but lacks distinctiveness from its predecessor.
T3 · Jul 7 There's nothing budget about the Nothing Phone (4b), apart from its price – 120Hz, AMOLED, huge battery, and more The Nothing Phone (4b) could be the hottest affordable phone around.