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It’s almost hard to believe that the first-ever phone call was only conducted 30 years. Yes, the emergence of the first of Telstra mobile phones was only released in 1981. Now, almost every Australian has a mobile phone and is making the most of their Telstra mobile plans . So, let’s take a look at the incredible journey mobile phones have made over the last three decades.   The First-Ever Phone  Telstra mobile phones have been the industry leaders for a very long time. The first call in Australia was made on Telstra’s new Public Automatic Telephone system.   This device the call was made from was a hefty 14kg, 45cm handset and required a massive receiver which was stored in the boot of your car.   It also came in at the incredible cost of $5000 for this massive piece of hardware.   It really was the basics of what mobile phones were to become, only being able to store a maximum of 16 contacts.   The Revolution  We then start...

Covid-19 is still a growing concern and many countries globally are still advising people to stay home as much as possible. This means that we are even more reliant on our home internet and our mobile phones . As e-commerce begins to boom, there are so many cool things you can do using your home broadband .  Now you can even get yourself a trendy new pair of specs and try them on, online! Quay Australia has recently released their Virtual Try-On Experience, which allows you to find a trendy new pair of sunglasses online and see what they might look like on before you decide to buy.   First, you’ll need to make sure you have a decent home internet connection and a camera on your laptop. The software should also work on mobile phones. You’ll need to go onto the Quay Website and click the link.   Once you’ve allowed camera access, follow the instructions for the 3D scan of your face. Just like that, you’ll be able to virtually tour some of their best selections....

If you’ve gone and upgraded to an unlimited data plan for your new phone , chances are you spend a lot of your lunchbreak online. Still, social media sites can get really boring and repetitive. Why not check out these 4 boredom busting blogs made for mobile phones . Let’s not lie, we all spend much of our off-time browsing the world wide web on our mobile phones searching for all things weird and wonderful. It can become monotonous however when all you’re doing is scrolling through the same social sites.   Make the most of your unlimited data plan on your new phone with these 4 blog sites:   1. Life Hacker   LifeHacker is an amazing blog site that is all about helping you to live your life – better. Inspire yourself with some really brilliant ideas or get the answers to problems you didn’t even know you had. LifeHacker is all about helping you to hack your life.   2. Mental Floss   Oh, yes. It’s just as quirky as it sounds. Mental Floss is an ama...

With so many amazing deals for cheap mobile phones outright and all kinds of extra accessories and devices, your home can quickly become cluttered with all kinds of cables. So, when you get a new mobile phone it’s also a good idea to invest some handy gadgets to make your life easier. Here are some great devices developed to work with mobile phones , laptops, and other devices that require charging cables.   With all the latest devices and accessories, it’s easy to have a mess of cables around your workspace. Luckily, there are some nifty devices available to help keep your cables organized.   Here are 3 of the best-charging gadgets available now:   1. Cord Buddy   This is one of the simplest charging gadgets available. The Chord Buddy is a small, weighted circular device with an internal channel that holds all your wires in place, even when not in use. This means a neat and tidy workspace and no more bending down to find or detangle cables. ...

Apple’s new iPhones are one of the most anticipated launches in the industry, and it’s easy to see why. With innovative and high-quality tech as well as a huge fan base who will line up to buy iPhones in droves, there’s plenty of excitement around the 2021 iPhone 13 release. And you can be sure that TeleChoice will have the new mobile phones as soon as possible on competitive mobile phone plans. Here’s what we know so far. iPhone 13 Release Date and Price Forecast Currently, there is no set release date for the iPhone 13 – but if we look at previous releases, it’s a safe guess to estimate that the new devices will be available soonest at the end of September 2021, but more likely will be released in the last quarter of 2021. Of course, the COVID-19 pandemic may likely affect this significantly, having caused massive shutdowns in production centres, so don’t place any bets. Similarly, there is no current news on how these devices will be priced. Based on past releases, however, w...

Android mobile phones often get a bad rap for not being as secure as iOS devices, but it’s all about how you use them. If you want to buy Samsung mobiles or any other Android mobile device, here are some tips for securing your data and device, from providers of TeleChoice Telstra mobile plans. Set Your Screen Lock  This is a fast and effective way of securing your device that not only helps prevent privacy violations but also helps prevent data loss and battery loss from unintended calls and actions when an unlocked device is activated in a pocket or handbag. You can set your screen lock by opening Settings, tapping on Privacy, tapping on Lock Screen, tapping on Screen Lock Type and selecting your preference. Of course, it’s best to choose a high security option like a PIN or Password. This should be used in addition to biometrics like fingerprint or face recognition, as a criminal can simply hold the device up to your face or a photograph of your face to access the devi...

Working from home via home internet has become the new normal across Australia and the world – and for many people, this is a big adjustment! Here are some tips for staying productive from TeleChoice, providers of business NBN and unlimited NBN plans. Create Your Workspace Start by creating a dedicated home office rather than working off the couch, in bed or anywhere that’s free. This helps you create the right mindset for getting to work and helps ensure minimal distractions. Try choosing a quiet spot where you have good access to power points and home internet, where you have sufficient work surface and can fit an ergonomic chair. Put the same effort into this space as you would your office space, whether it means getting some accessories to organise the space, having clear surfaces for files, tablets and your computer, or even having a few of your favourite work snacks in the drawer. This is all about creating that office atmosphere you are used to. Stay in Touch If you’r...

Is it time to buy a new phone? Browsing for the latest models is always exciting but it can also be confusing. Should you buy Huawei ? Should you buy iPhone ? Or should you buy Samsung ? When it comes to deciding which phone brand is best, you actually need to look for which phone brand is right for you.  Why Buy Huawei? Huawei has been making the news a lot recently but let’s put that controversy aside. There are many reasons to buy Huawei at the moment. Firstly, this Chinese company is developing cutting edge technology (that’s why there’s so much controversy!) and their phones are packed with awesome features. The cameras on Huawei are excellent too, coming with some ridiculous filter settings but they are a lot of fun. Compared to Apple and Samsung, Huawei are relatively cheap and there’s a wide range to choose from so you’ll find the right model for your budget. Put simply, there are plenty of reasons to buy Huawei. Why Buy iPhone? Apple is one of the biggest brands in th...

Everyone should be minimising the amount of time they go outside of the home at the moment to keep themselves, their family and the wider community safe from covid-19. But life still goes on. This includes needing to buy things. We put together this blog to help you buy a sim card online while in lockdown. Communication is more important than ever at the moment, with self-isolating and social distancing happening all over the world. Therefore, we want to help make sure our customers stay connected, thanks to amazing prepay sim deals. Considering an Optus sim card ? Consider TeleChoice first. The good news is, it’s quick and easy to buy a sim online. There is a step by step process to do this on the TeleChoice website. That’s why we’re such a popular telco in Australia. Yes, you could by an Optus sim card. It’s easy to be drawn towards the biggest names but sometimes this is a mistake, especially if money is tight and you’re actually looking for a short term, prepay sim card. For ...

The world has been transformed in just a few short weeks by the coronavirus. As Covid-19 affects businesses all over the world, many of us have started to work from home, to keep ourselves, our families and the rest of society as safe and healthy as possible. However, working from home comes with many challenges. To begin with, many of our home internet providers are not used to this much demand during the day and are therefore struggling. And communication is more important than ever. With people self-isolating, being in touch and speaking to people as often as possible is very important for our mental health. That’s why we know you need a telecom in Australia which you can rely on. We hope that TeleChoice (and Telstra) are the telco for you. Firstly, TeleChoice operates on part of the Telstra mobile network, with 4G coverage available to 97% of the Australian population and 3G coverage available to more than 989.8% of the population. In a time like this, reliable telecoms i...

Do you run a business? Do you have employees? Is it time to buy them new mobile phones ? It’s very important for all businesses in the 21st century to be connected at all times. When you manage a team, it’s key for everyone to be in contact, wherever they are. Attending business meetings, visiting clients or even traveling internationally, every member of your staff should have a business mobile phone. From unlimited data plans to the latest models, TeleChoice has tailored mobile packages exclusively for businesses. Discover more about our mobile data plans for businesses now. If you’ve got ten or more employees (or want ten or more new mobile phones for your business), you can take advantage of our mobile data plans for businesses. Not only do we offer a range of unlimited data plans for many different mobile models, but we have exclusive services for our business clients. You’ll get your own account manager. This means if you ever have a problem whether this is with the new m...

In today's day and age, being able to work does not require everyone to go to an office. People can work remotely by having home internet . However, just having a home internet connection will not make this work arrangement a success. Someone who works remotely needs to have a reliable and fast home internet or home broadband under unlimited NBN plans for unstoppable productivity. Working remotely won't be a success if you're not going to invest in fast and reliable home broadband or home internet. The faster, the better. There are a lot of things that a remote worker needs to do with the help of a reliable unlimited NBN plans. Part of the day to day routine is email, calls and uploading and downloading files. Since you're working remotely, all communications are done with the help of your home broadband. This includes calls with your client using apps like Skype or Slack. Having a fast home internet will make communication more precise, quick and clear. Wor...

Every business needs the internet. It’s that simple. Business NBN , with no limits to your data, is key if you want to stay connected and stay competitive. Whether you work from home or have an office with a team, you know how important the internet is and home broadband simply won’t cut it. Not only do you need excellent quality connection for your phone and conference calls but you also don’t want your plan to cap out or be unable to handle the demand. That’s why you need an unlimited NBN plan . Ready to learn more? Most families can deal with a home broadband package. This is enough to support several laptops and people using multiple mobile phones as well as streaming videos online. In fact, you can get unlimited NBN plans for your home broadband. But that won’t be enough for a business. A business NBN is different. It’s more powerful. It has a higher capacity. Put simply, it’s designed to give you and your business exactly what you need to make sure that you can do your wo...

In today's day and age, being able to work does not require everyone to go to an office. People can work remotely by having home internet . However, just having a home internet connection will not make this work arrangement a success. Someone who works remotely needs to have a reliable and fast home internet or home broadband under unlimited NBN plans for unstoppable productivity. Working remotely won't be a success if you're not going to invest in fast and reliable home broadband or home internet. The faster, the better. There are a lot of things that a remote worker needs to do with the help of a reliable unlimited NBN plans. Part of the day to day routine is email, calls and uploading and downloading files. Since you're working remotely, all communications are done with the help of your home broadband. This includes calls with your client using apps like Skype or Slack. Having a fast home internet will make communication more precise, quick and clear. Worki...

The   new est  phones  to date  are  the iPhone 11 , iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max . Y ou can  get these handsets   either  as  a  mobile on plan  or  with  a  prepay SIM . Though  these handsets  ha ve  pretty cool specs and features , Apple   will keep working  to improve  their devices  and offer innovati ve features  to its consumers.   According to some sources, Apple has prototyped an iPhone unit with a 6.7-inch display and without a notch. Also, it has  T rueDepth  sensors for the Face ID instead of having it housed in the thin bezel above the display. This  cold  be released in 2020. Aside from this cool feature , it is reported that new phones from Apple will have a new metal frame similar to the iPhone  4  bu t it may have  flatter  edges.  Always remember , consumers under a mobile on plan subscriptio...

Planning to buy  a new  phone?  Don't know which operating system  to use? Android or iOS? These two giant mobile operating system both  help  our day to day work and communication struggles. But which one is really better? Both offer great features and can be availa ble on the market in either  prepay SIM  or  mobile phone plans .  For Android phone, you may buy Samsung and get a prepay SIM or even get a  Samsung S9 plan . And  of course  you may also get an iPhone 8 with Apple’s  iOS.   How do they differ?   Samsung S9 run on  an Android OS. An Android operating system is more PC-like compared with iOS and when it comes to its interface down to basic features.  G enerally  they are  customizable from top to bottom.    At the end of the day, b oth smartphone operating systems are excellent. It’s about personal preference.  They might work the...