Articles by Nick Broughall

Having spent the past decade editing some of Australia's leading technology publications, Nick's passion for the latest gadgetry is matched only by his love of watching Australia beat England in the rugby.

Articles by: Nick Broughall

Virgin ups data to 12GB a month on its $50 plan

By Nick Broughall published 12 February 16

Virgin Mobile has just boosted its data allowance on the $50 plan to 12GB, up from 4GB. Of course, there are catches though.

The best Australian apps

By Nick Broughall published 10 February 16

Updated If you want to support the local dev industry, you can start by downloading these amazing apps for iOS, Android and Windows Phone.

Telstra apologises for outage with unlimited mobile data this Sunday

By Nick Broughall published 9 February 16

Telstra's service outage yesterday has a silver lining, with the company offering unlimited data for all customers this Sunday.

Optus muscles in on mobile payments with NFC accessories range

By Nick Broughall published 8 February 16

If you can't wait for ubiquitous Apple Pay options, Optus is making contactless a bit easier with its new Optus Cash accessories.

Fitbit Force review

By Nick Broughall published 5 February 16

Updated Skin rashes saw the Fitbit Force recalled, but it was still a pretty good tracker for its time.

Jawbone Up24 review

By Nick Broughall published 2 February 16

Updated Wireless syncing improves this stylish fitness tracker, though it contains no display for on-demand stats.

Samsung Galaxy S5 review

By Nick Broughall published 1 February 16

Recommended

Updated The S5 delivers fantastic specs and an amazing screen but is let down by an uninspiring design and frustrating UI decisions.

You can now fetch yourself some Stan on Fetch TV

By Nick Broughall published 1 February 16

UPDATED Not quite 12 months after it partnered with Netflix, the Fetch TV box can now stream Stan's impressive library of content.

Choice! Vodafone waives its $5 a day roaming fee in New Zealand

By Nick Broughall published 31 January 16

If you're thinking about a trip across the pond to New Zealand, Vodafone has a couple of announcements to help you stay connected.

Apple doesn't want Aussie banks talking about Apple Pay negotiations

By Nick Broughall published 28 January 16

Reports today indicate Australian banks are in negotiations with Apple for Apple Pay, but can't say anything due to tight NDA contracts.

Microsoft's new iOS News Pro app promises news you can use

By Nick Broughall published 27 January 16

Microsoft reckons it can give you "hyper-relevant" news for your job with its new News Pro app for iOS.

How to use your fitness band effectively

By Nick Broughall, Matt Hanson published 26 January 16

Updated Keep tabs of your heath with these tips.

If you own a BMW, then you'll be happy to see BMW Labs on IFTTT

By Nick Broughall published 20 January 16

IFTTT has launched a trigger for BMW labs, turning your car into a trigger for limitless functions.

Jawbone Up review

By Nick Broughall published 19 January 16

Updated At its core, the Jawbone Up is a very attractive pedometer -- with pretensions to be much more. It collects some interesting data, but ends up creating questions rather than answers.

Watch SpaceX's Falcon rocket fall over and explode

By Nick Broughall published 17 January 16

The latest SpaceX rocket launch was a mixed bag, with the successful launch of a satellite but unsuccessful landing on a drone.

Awakening the Force in my son was easier with the Harmy Despecialized Editions

By Nick Broughall published 18 December 15

Star Wars Week As The Force Awakens hits cinemas, I introduced my son to the original trilogy.

Stan plans 2016 activity, doubling local original production

By Nick Broughall published 17 December 15

Local streaming service Stan is doubling down on local productions, with extra investment planned in 2016.

Google is working with Australian banks for Android Pay launch

By Nick Broughall published 16 December 15

Google has managed to accomplish what Apple could not – partnership with Australian banks for mobile payments.

Samsung's third-gen Gear VR headset is available in Australia now

By Nick Broughall published 14 December 15

Updated Samsung has delivered its third-gen Oculus powered VR headset to Australians just in time for Christmas.

ABC iview landing on Telstra TV, making it the ultimate Aussie stream box

By Nick Broughall published 14 December 15

With the launch of ABC iview on Telstra TV, the telco's Apple TV rival becomes the ultimate streamer.

WD My Passport X review

By Nick Broughall published 10 December 15

Western Digital's My Passport X takes your Xbox One's hard drive from small to significant with no effort at all.

4G and LTE: everything you need to know

By Nick Broughall published 9 December 15

Updated As 4G tech continues to develop and evolve, techradar is here to explain everything you need to know about LTE in Australia.

HbbTV and FreeviewPlus: Everything you need to know

By Nick Broughall published 9 December 15

Updated If you want the most out of free-to-air TV, you'll want FreeviewPlus, so prep yourself with our guide to a new way of watching TV.

Chromecast (2013) review

By Nick Broughall published 7 December 15

Editor's Choice

Updated Chromecast is out in Australia, streams all kinds of content to your TV and only costs $49 - what's not to like?

Make or Drake: Is Uncharted 4's Multiplayer beta fun?

By Nick Broughall, Stephen Lambrechts published 4 December 15

We got some early hands on time with the Uncharted 4 multiplayer beta, and egos were hurt in the process.

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