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 covering mobile phones. Prior to TechRadar, he worked at business titles CRN Australia (now techpartner.news) and Mumbrella, and was named Best New Journalist at the 2018 IT Journalism Awards. He also spent some time as a content writer and copywriter. Aside from mobile phones, Nico also writes about fitness tech like smartwatches and other niche gear to track hobbies like road cycling and bushwalking. Outside of tech, Nico considers himself a politics and basketball nerd, as well as a bit of a cinephile on occasion.

Articles by: Nico Arboleda

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Prime Day might be over but these 21 deals under AU$50 prove you don't need a major sale to upgrade your tech

By Nico Arboleda Published

Amazon Prime Day has come and gone, but there are still plenty of cheap tech upgrades up for grabs, with discounts of up to 71%.

Google Pics demo of the built-in image editor
Google takes aim at Canva and Adobe as its AI image editor Pics gets an official rollout date

By Nico Arboleda Published

Less than two months after announcing Google Pics, the search giant has decided its AI image editor is basically ready for prime time

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Missed Prime Day? Robot vacuum deals are still going strong on Amazon, with prices from just AU$299

By Nico Arboleda Published

Robovacs were flying off the shelves at Amazon during Prime Day, but there are still plenty of discounts of up to 69% from Dreame, Roborock and more if you missed out.

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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.

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The best Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold plans in Australia for July 2026

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Google’s latest foldable costs AU$1,000 more than the Pixel 10 Pro sibling — is buying from a telco the more sensible option for many?

The Google Pixel 10, 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL in blue, silver and black
The best Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro plans in Australia for July 2026

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Aussie telcos have started their EOFY sales, and I've compared all their Google Pixel 10, Google Pixel 10 Pro and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL plans to find the best deals.

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The best Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus plans in Australia for July 2026

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

The Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus are some of the best flagship Androids this year — I've found the best plans from the major Aussie telcos.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Flip 7 FE plans
The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 plans in Australia for July 2026

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Powerful and easily pocketable, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is a great option for those who miss small phones – these are the best Australian mobile plans available for the compact foldable.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 plans
The best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 plans in Australia for July 2026

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 remains one of the most expensive phones locally — should you get one through a telco?

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The best Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra plans in Australia for July 2026

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Want the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra on a plan? I’ve found the best offers from the major Aussie telcos.

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The best iPhone 17e plans in Australia for July 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.

iPhone Air preorder deals
The best iPhone Air plans in Australia for July 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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The best iPhone 17 plans in Australia for July 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.

Best iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max plans
The best iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max plans in Australia for July 2026

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

The pro-level iPhone 17s are better than ever while sporting a new look from its predecessors — here's how you can get them from the major local telcos.

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Amazon Prime Day is over, but here are 8 Garmin deals still live

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Amazon Prime Day is over, but you can still score discounts on some Garmin wearables and accessories.

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Amazon Prime Day is over — but you can still grab these 20+ deals under AU$100 for a limited time

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Save up to 62% on PC gear, chargers, earbuds and more

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Before you drop AU$999 on the new Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x, I'd strongly suggest checking out this Prime Day deal on the original

By Nico Arboleda Published

Amazon Prime Day is wrapping up tonight, and there’s still some time to grab this Dyson hair care tool for 39% off — and you don’t need to be a Prime member to get it, either.

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Missed EOFY sales? Prime Day has you covered with up to 38% off top-rated office chairs

By Nico Arboleda Published

Amazon Prime Day ends tonight but there’s still some time to upgrade your home office and score up to AU$397 off some of our favourite office chairs.

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Security cameras are going cheap for Prime Day in Australia — here are 5 subscription-free options for a safer home

By Nico Arboleda Published

Amazon Prime Day has discounted a wide range of security cameras, but while the ultra-cheap Ring and Blink are tempting, there are great deals for subscription-free options, too.

A Nintendo Switch 2 with detached Joy Cons on a table with an Amazon Prime Day banner on the right
When the Nintendo Switch 2 hits AU$769.95 in September, you'll wish you'd read this article that told you to buy it now for AU$624

By Nico Arboleda Published

Rising costs are forcing Nintendo to increase the Switch 2’s price by AU$70 very soon, and this 11% Prime Day discount seems like a bargain by comparison.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 Teaser Invite
Want to score a AU$2,000 Samsung eStore voucher? Register free for the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked foldables event for your chance to win 1 of 5

By Nico Arboleda Published

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Samsung has announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will be on July 22, with the tagline “A new shape is about to Unfold”, all but confirming what devices the brand is unveiling.

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50 Prime Day deals under AU$50 — because you don't need to spend a lot of money on good tech

By Nico Arboleda Published

Amazon's Prime Day sales have officially kicked off, and we've found plenty of wallet-friendly tech that won't break the bank.

Ryan Gosling in Project Hail Mary
Project Hail Mary is my favourite feel-good movie of the year — and it’s on Prime Video this weekend

By Nico Arboleda Published

We rated this sci-fi blockbuster 4.5 stars and it has been a critical darling with a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score, so you’re in for a treat — and it’s just in time for the Amazon Prime Day sale, too.

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Amazon's Fire TV Sticks are a fantastically popular way to revitalise an older smart TV – and with the 4K model just AU$59 ahead of Prime Day, I can see why

By Nico Arboleda Published

The mega-retailer has discounted its Fire TV streaming sticks ahead of Prime Day next week, with the 4K Plus model as the standout deal for any 4K TV owner.

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The best LG EOFY 2026 deals in Australia: save up to 46% off TVs, soundbars, vacuums and monitors

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

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Don't miss out on these tax-time savings on LG's tech range, with savings of up to AU$1,300, including some of our favourites.

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