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21/07/2026
The best cheap nbn® modems in Australia
Quick AI Answer Last updated: 15 June 2026What is the best cheap nbn® modem in Australia? The TP-Link Archer VR400 is the best budget pick for FTTN connections. For FTTP, HFC or FTTC, any router with a Gigabit Ethernet WAN port works. The TP-Link Archer AX10 is the best budget Wi-Fi 6 option for those connection types. Look for dual-band Wi-Fi 6,
Hardware/Modems
21/07/2026
5G modem options in Australia: What can you buy?
Quick AI Answer Last updated: 16 June 2026What 5G modems are available in Australia? The Netgear Nighthawk M5 is the best-performing retail 5G modem in Australia, supporting speeds up to 500 Mbps. The Inseego MiFi M2000 is a portable 5G hotspot is available through Tangerine. Most 5G home internet providers supply a compatible modem when you sign
Hardware/Modems
21/07/2026
What internet speed do you need for gaming?
What internet speed do you need for gaming? Most online gaming consoles use less bandwidth than people think. Smooth gaming still depends on a stable connection with low latency.  For most Australian households, 50 to 100 Mbps is enough. Cloud gaming, large downloads and multi-user homes benefit from more headroom. Speed gets the headlines, but
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2/07/2026
EOFY broadband deals are here: Save before prices change
The End of Financial Year is one of the best times to review your internet plan, with several leading broadband providers offering limited-time discounts before annual price changes take effect. Whether you're looking to switch providers, upgrade to a faster plan or simply reduce your monthly bill, now is the perfect opportunity to take advantage
NBN
18/06/2026
Superloop vs Aussie Broadband vs TPG: Which offers better nbn® service?
When it comes to choosing an nbn® provider in Australia, the range of options can feel overwhelming. Among the most popular and reliable providers are Superloop, Aussie Broadband, and TPG. Each of these brands offers distinct advantages in terms of service quality, customer support, and speed. But which one stands out as the best for your Internet
NBN
27/05/2026
nbn® wholesale price changes from July 1 explained
nbn® wholesale price changes from 1 July Australians may soon notice changes to their broadband prices. The nbn® has announced new wholesale pricing updates for the set to take effect from 1 July 2026.  The changes happening behind the scenes play a key role in determining how much households and businesses end up paying for their broadband
NBN
22/05/2026
Optus EOFY deals and rising nbn® prices 2026
Optus nbn® price changes July 2026 The End-of-Financial-Year (EOFY) is always a great time to review your internet plan. This year, Optus has made it even more worthwhile. Optus plans and EOFY offers are now live, so you can use the EOFY to upgrade your nbn® plan. The Optus price change hasn't prevented customers from getting great value on fibre
Optus News
19/05/2026
Telstra price change to home and small business internet plans from 1st July 2026
Australian homes and small businesses are more connected than ever. People are using more devices at the same time and relying heavily on the internet. From 1st July 2026, Telstra will make changes to some of its home and small business internet prices. These updates mainly affect selected nbn® plans. The Telstra price changes are being introduced
Telstra News
15/05/2026
nbn® forced fibre upgrades: What you need to know
nbn® is moving selected copper-connected homes to full fibre. From July 2027 some households will start receiving formal notification letters about the nbn® forced upgrade. Homes on Fibre to the Node (FTTN) and Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) connections are the primary targets. Here is what is happening, when, and what you can do right now. What is the
NBN
28/04/2026
Ultimate guide to your nbn® connection box
As part of nbn®’s major network upgrade, there are now two brand-new Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) connection boxes available. These new devices are designed to support nbn®’s upcoming multi-gigabit Internet plans, including the ultra-fast nbn® Hyperfast service. These nbn® boxes are also known as Network Termination Devices (NTDs). They act as the
NBN
9/04/2026
How Aussies are using the NBN
As the NBN roll-out marches foward, more and more Australian homes and businesses are upgrading to the National Broadband Network. Priding itself on being faster and more reliable, the NBN is accessible to every one in two Australian households, and connecting to it is as easy as 1,2,3. The NBN Co measures and analyses daily traffic usage so they
NBN
9/04/2026
NBN to help cover upgrades to medical alarms
As the NBN upgrade rolls on nationwide, the majority of Australia's fixed-line phone and internet services are being replaced by NBN access network. As a result of this, people with unmonitored medical alarms may need an upgrade the, so that those devices will still dial out in the case of an emergency.  In an effort to help those people during
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