Optus launches "a new flavour" of 4G in Canberra
Optus has announced plans to expand its 4G network in Australia, with the telco rolling out a new form of 4G technology for the nation's capital, as well as new products that will work across multiple 4G networks.
Mon 20/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Confidence and clean air needed to optimise LG Optimus G uptake
LG Australia's biggest move in mobile phones since importing Mr Big in 2008 began yesterday when its new flagship handset, the Optimus G, went on sale exclusively through Telstra.
Wed 13/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Postpaid customers on the rise as Optus restructure sees sales fall
A restructure in its Australian business has pushed Optus revenues down, according to the latest results released by the telco's Singaporean parent company, Singtel. There's also been a swing in the kinds of devices consumers are choosing.
Thu 14/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Two thirds of Australians to have access to 4G by June: Telstra
After announcing an increase in half-yearly profits today, Telstra confirmed it has now sold 1.5 million 4G devices and has plans to provide 4G access to two thirds of the Australian population by mid-2013.
Thu 07/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »New Motorola RAZR M and HD coming to Telstra 4G early October
Motorola will be launching its new RAZR M and RAZR HD Android handsets exclusively through Telstra, utilising that network's 4G coverage, in early October.
Tue 18/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Virgin promotes new plans with penultimate Pitt, announces 4G
Virgin unveiled its new simplified plan structure yesterday, talking up the benefits of being part of the Virgin and Optus families. The telco was also keeping it in the (celebrity) family with the unveiling of new brand ambassador, Doug Pitt.
Tue 03/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple Australia gives up on misleading 4G name, rebrands as 'Cellular'
Apple Australia has ditched the '4G' tag from its new iPad with mobile data and is referring to this model of the device as Wi-Fi Cellular.
Mon 14/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Last chance to submit for Online Retail Industry Awards
Australian retailers are being invited to submit for the Online Retail Industry Awards (ORIAs), an event that recognises the achievements of businesses in e-commerce. Last year's winners included Dick Smith and Appliances Online.
Thu 10/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Full text of Apple's email to potentially disguntled new iPad 4G consumers
Under the terms of its undertakings to the ACCC to offer refunds to new iPad Wi-Fi 4G consumers, Apple Pty Ltd agreed to send an email to all customers (for whom it had email addresses) notifying them of the availability of refunds.
Thu 05/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Our five biggest stories from our biggest ever month
March 2012 was a record month for Current.com.au, with our highest ever number of unique views and page visits. From here on, at the start of each month, we'll look back on what the most read stories were from the previous month.
Wed 04/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »How Apple and the major retailers have responded to ACCC iPad 4G demands
It's been one week since Apple promised to provide notification on its website as to the lack of 4Gness of its new iPad. Apple has delivered, updating its website to include the prescribed text, as have several of its authorised resellers.
Tue 03/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple agrees to refunds and speed concessions, court dates set
Apple Pty Ltd, the local subsidiary of Apple Incorporated overnight agreed to offer refunds to any new iPad Wi-Fi 4G consumers who were misled into thinking this tablet computer worked on Australian 4G networks.
Thu 29/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »ACCC seeking heavy penalties in court date with Apple over 4G claims
The ACCC will tomorrow lodge an application to the Federal Court in Melbourne against Apple's local subsidiary for 'alleged contraventions of Australian Consumer Law' stemming from the marketing of Apple's new iPad Wi-Fi 4G, which is not 4G capable.
Tue 27/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »For the love of speed! Which 4G device is right for you
There are now five 4G devices on the market to access Telstra's new super-fast network. Here's our guide to which of these is best for your needs.
Tue 27/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Telstra & Samsung team up to launch new Galaxy S II 4G smartphone
The 4G evolution has continued today with Telstra and Samsung jointly launching the new Galaxy S II 4G smartphone. This is Samsung's first 4G-capable smartphone and its second 4G device overall, after the launch of the Galaxy Tab 8.9 4G.
Mon 26/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Whatever happened to the HTC Flyer?
This time last year, HTC unveiled a 7-inch tablet, and the expectation was that Australia would be one of the first markets to receive it...
Wed 21/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Telstra launches long-awaited 4G LTE mobile Wi-Fi hotspot
Telstra has this morning unveiled Australia's first dedicated 4G mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. This is Australia's fourth 4G device, after the Telstra USB 4G dongle, the HTC 4G smartphone and the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 4G tablet.
Wed 21/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Everything you need to know about the new iPad: tech, specs & price
The new iPad is here, whether you like it or not. But what does this unnumbered tablet offer that its predecessors don't, and what are the new specs that you're spending your money on?
Thu 08/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung launches Australia's first Galaxy Tab for Telstra 4G network
Following the launch of Australia's first 4G smartphone in January, Telstra and Samsung have announced the launch of the first tablet in Australia to utilise the country's 4G LTE network.
Tue 28/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Optus 4G to be "twice as fast" as competitors' services
Optus has announced that it will be building a new 4G network in Australia, following the purchase of Vividwireless Group. The telco also promised that the new network will outstrip its competitors in terms of speed.
Mon 20/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi CODB up for first time in 7 years, online booming, grey market growth
The most interesting and relevant take-outs from JB's investor briefing are here, with cost of doing business rising for the first time in seven years, online booming on back of grey growth, NOW going alpha and entry into musical instruments.
Mon 13/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »How fast is Telstra 4G? HTC Velocity 4G answers the need for speed
HTC launched its newest smartphone last night, which is the first to use Telstra's new super-fast 4G network. While the Velocity 4G handset is not groundbreaking, the download speeds certainly are.
Tue 24/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Forget 4G, Optus is launching a new online community
While Telstra prepares to launch Australia's first 4G smartphone on Monday, Optus had its own launch today - a new online forum for consumers to share experiences.
Fri 20/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Telstra barely using 1G to promote new HTC 4G Velocity
Considering Telstra's new handset represents a significant step forward in Australian mobile phone communication, it's a touch baffling that the promo video released by Telstra on its official YouTube channel is so low-fi.
Fri 20/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »HTC & Telstra announce arrival of Velocity 4G smartphone
Australia's first smartphone to utilise the super-fast Telstra 4G mobile network will go on sale next week. The HTC Velocity 4G will feature all the specifications du jour, and will be available exclusively to Telstra.
Thu 19/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung: Nine hour wait for iPhone 4S? And it doesn't even have 4G
Samsung has taken a very amusing swipe at Apple fanboys, releasing an advertisement for its Galaxy S II Android handset that ruthlessly mocks the hipster culture Apple has engendered in its most loyal subjects.
Wed 23/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Beware of Kogan bearing Galaxy Nexus gifts: the devil is in the detail
Ruslan Kogan's eponymous online store has begun taking orders for the new Samsung Galaxy Nexus, the first smartphone to run Android 4.0, known as Ice Cream Sandwich. But there's a catch...
Thu 20/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Telstra 4G network to bring "scarcely imagined" speed to HTC phone
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Telstra launched its new "superfast" 4G mobile network today, with download speeds of up to 40Mbps promised. HTC is in on the action too, promising its first 4G-compatible smartphone in 2012.
Tue 27/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Telstra to launch first 4G device in late August, limited to three CBDs
Telstra has announced the impending limited release of Australia's first 4G broadband device. This device will enable access to Telstra's 4G network from with the three eastern seaboard capital city CBDs.
Mon 08/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Telstra up to speed with new 4G network as LG reveals first 4G smartphone
As major mobile suppliers reveal their new lines of internet enabled smartphones and tablets in Barcelona this week, Telstra has come to the party by announcing its intention to upgrade its wireless network with 4G technology by the end of 2011.
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