Phone & Internet

NZ’s Cheapest Broadband Plans

Posted by December 6th 2024

If you’re on the hunt for a cheap broadband internet plan, what should you look out for? Compare providers with Canstar Blue.


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NZ’s Cheapest Phone Plans

Posted by December 16th 2024

Below is a round-up of the current mobile plans costing $50 per month and below (all figures correct as of 05/12/24 and don't include any limited-offer deals). Or, if you'd rather get an overview of the …


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

Posted by August 8th 2024

Electric Kiwi started as an independent utility company offering just great power deals. Since then Electric Kiwi has grown, and now offers mobile, power and broadband. And its dedication to great prices and customer service …


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Cheapest Wireless Broadband Plans NZ

Posted by August 2nd 2024

Competition in the wireless broadband market is fierce. The big broadband providers like wireless broadband technology because they don't have to pay to deliver their services over the fibre networks, which belong to other companies. And …


Fastest Broadband in New Zealand

Posted by August 14th 2024

For most people, a standard 300/100Mbps fibre connection is fast enough for most online activities. But if your household is data hungry and regularly runs multiple devices to stream HD video or play online games, …


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NZ’s Cheapest Phone Plans

Posted by July 29th 2024

Are you paying too much to use your mobile? Telcos regularly update their phone plans, offering more data, calls and text for lower prices. So if you've not checked your phone deal for a while, …


How to Watch the Olympics in NZ

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 …


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

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 …


What is Mighty Mobile?

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 …


What is Rocket Mobile?

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 …


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Should I Upgrade My Phone?

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 …


AppleCare+ NZ: Is it Worth the Cost?

Posted by April 24th 2024

Having access to a warranty or insurance can give people peace of mind when it comes to accidental loss or damage of your phone. However, insurance doesn’t always cover everything, and adding on the extra …


iPhone 14 vs 15 Buying Guide

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 …


Samsung’s New Galaxy A Phones Offer High-End Features For Cheap

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 …


What are the Changes to Xtra Mail?

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 …


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Best Phone Plans for Kids

Posted by March 15th 2024

Getting their sticky little fingers on their first mobile phone is a right of passage for kids. For them, it's a sign of their growing independence. And for Mum and Dad, it affords peace of …


Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: Another Ultra Performance

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 …


How to Watch Formula 1 in NZ

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 …


What Is Hyperfibre Broadband?

Posted by February 29th 2024

Fibre 300/100 is the most popular internet plan in New Zealand. And for almost all of us, it’s more than suitable. In fact, many of us probably don’t even need these speeds, but because this …


What is Apple’s Stolen Device Protection?

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. …