Nico Arboleda

Nico Arboleda

Staff Writer

With a career spanning more than a decade as a writer and journalist, Nico’s main remit as part of the Australian TechRadar team is evergreen content. Prior to TechRadar, he worked at business titles CRN Australia (now techpartner.news) and Mumbrella, and also spent some time as a content writer and copywriter. Nico also writes about phones and fitness tech like smartwatches and other niche gear like bike computers.

Articles by: Nico Arboleda

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The best iPhone 17e plans in Australia for November 2026

By Nico Arboleda last updated

Apple's mid-range iPhone 17e is the company's most affordable current handset — here are the best plans from the major Aussie telcos.

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We’ve tested dozens of air fryers and these are the 6 best for Aussie home cooks

By Nico Arboleda last updated

We tested the best air fryers in Australia from the biggest brands, including Philips, Ninja, Breville and more.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11, ViWoods AiPaper and the iPad mini 7
The best tablet in Australia in 2026: top iPads and Android tablets, tested and recommended by experts

By Nico Arboleda last updated

While Apple and Samsung continue to rule the tablet market in Australia, a few other contenders are also worth looking at — with different strengths to suit specific needs and, importantly, budgets.

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The best iPhone 17 plans in Australia for November 2026

By Nico Arboleda last updated

We’ve called the iPhone 17 the best iPhone for most people — here are the best plans from the major Aussie telcos.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Review
The best iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max plans in Australia for November 2026

By Nico Arboleda last updated

The pro-level iPhone 18s build on the excellent iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max handsets with better cameras and a new chipset — here's how you can get them from the major local telcos.

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The best iPhone Air plans in Australia for November 2026

By Nico Arboleda last updated

The thin and light iPhone Air has been one of TechRadar's most polarising phones of 2025 — if you're a fan, here's how you can get one from the major Aussie telcos.

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These are the 6 top Bluetooth speakers in Australia for all budgets, all tried and tested by our experts

By Nico Arboleda last updated

Updated From pocketable mini speakers to big, booming party behemoths — and even Wi-Fi-supported ones — there's one for every budget.

Viofo A329 dash cam
After road testing a suite of models, these are the 5 best dash cams I recommend to Aussie drivers

By Nico Arboleda last updated

Every single dash cam on our list has been tried and tested by TechRadar's international team of experts, from top brands like Garmin, Viofo, Vantrue and more.

Google Pixel 10a. Nothing Phone (4a) and Apple iPhone 17e
Best cheap phones in Australia 2026: budget mobiles from Apple, Samsung, Google and more

By Nico Arboleda last updated

From giants like Apple, Samsung and Google to upstarts like Nothing, there's a budget phone to fit any use case or speciality — here are the best ones you can buy in Australia.

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The best blenders in Australia 2026: top picks from Braun, Nutribullet and Vitamix

By Nico Arboleda last updated

We've put together the best blenders you can buy in Australia, based on tests done by TechRadar's international team of experts.

Steelcase Series 2, Secretlab Atlas and ErgoTune Joobie office chairs
After testing dozens of brands and models for comfort and ergonomics, these are the 6 best office chairs in Australia

By Nico Arboleda last updated

Whether you're dealing with back pain, looking for excellent ergonomics or upgrading to something sturdier, any one of these best office chairs in Australia will suit you well.

iPhone 18 Pro, Galaxy S26 Ultra and Pixel 11 Pro camera bumps
The best camera phone in Australia for 2026: top handsets for photos and videos, tested by experts

By Nico Arboleda last updated

Our phone and photography experts weigh in on which handset takes the best photos and videos

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Want a free Nintendo Switch 2? Upgrade your phone to the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Pro XL at JB Hi-Fi and it’s yours

By Nico Arboleda Published

If the Nintendo console’s recent price hike has put you off buying one, but you’re also due to replace your phone, then this deal might just be what you’re looking for.

Galaxy S26 Ultra, iPhone 17, Pixel 11 Pro
The best phones in Australia in 2026: the top iPhones and Android handsets tested and recommended by experts

By Nico Arboleda last updated

We've tested all of the best phones in Australia to bring you our expert picks across a wide range of needs.

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Felix Mobile’s new true unlimited plan is faster at 80Mbps, but it’s now also cheaper for a limited time

By Nico Arboleda Published

If you find yourself running out of mobile data every month but don’t want to spend too much, Felix Mobile’s Unlimited+ may be what you’re looking for — and you can take 50% off the first 6 months.

Apple
Apple just got slapped for 'non-competitive conduct' by Australia’s top court — and ordered to allow rival iPhone app stores Down Under

By Nico Arboleda Published

Court also orders that Epic Games’ Fortnite be returned to the Australian App Store

A student in a lecture hall using a Samsung Galaxy S12 series tablet
Samsung’s 2026 Galaxy Tab S12 tablets have officially launched Down Under — save up to AU$1,735 with our exclusive promo code

By Nico Arboleda Published

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Samsung has officially launched its new Galaxy Tab S12+ and S12 Ultra premium tablets, and the device-maker is offering discounts, freebies and bundle deals.

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Amazon hikes Prime membership by up to 30% in Australia ahead of Black Friday and holiday sales

By Nico Arboleda Published

Three years after the last price increase, Amazon Australia is once again hiking Prime membership subscriptions to AU$12.99 per month or AU$99 per year.

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Hurry, Disney+ subscriptions are set to go back to full price tomorrow — save 30% on annual plans across Australia and New Zealand

By Nico Arboleda Published

Last chance to get a year of Marvel, Star Wars, ESPN and more from just AU$125.99 / NZ$132.99

Apple iPhone Duo
The best iPhone Duo pre-order deals in Australia: up to AU$1,900 in savings up for grabs

By Nico Arboleda Published

Since first being announced in September, Aussies can now officially pre-order Apple’s new foldable handset — with prices starting from AU$3,499.

iPad Air M4 2026
Forget the iPhone Duo — the M4 iPad Air is a lot cheaper even at full price but it's now 21% off

By Nico Arboleda Published

Desktop-level performance for just under AU$1,000

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Best SIM-only mobile plans in Australia — compare the top options for all budgets and data needs

By Nico Arboleda last updated

Compared From the lowest-priced SIM to Optus mobile plans, our guide to the best SIM-only plans lets you pay for the features that mean the most to you.

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Best prepaid mobile plans in Australia 2026

By Nico Arboleda last updated

Compared These are the best prepaid plans in Australia, offering flexibility on your phone bill, with ways to save money and no lock-in contracts.

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Samsung quietly increased Australian prices on Galaxy S26 handsets — but you can grab the base flagship for 32% off at Amazon for a limited time

By Nico Arboleda Published

Get a flagship Galaxy for less than the new mid-range FE phone

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Home network not keeping up with your NBN speeds? Upgrade to a Wi-Fi 7 mesh network for less with this 31% discount on our favourite system

By Nico Arboleda Published

With the recent releases of Wi-Fi 8 networking gear, upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 has become more affordable — and our favourite mesh system, TP-Link’s Deco BE65, is 31% off.

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