Zachariah Kelly

Zachariah Kelly

Staff Writer

With six years of tech-writing experience, Zac’s main focus as part of the Australian TechRadar team is mobile phone coverage. He’s  previously worked for Gizmodo Australia, Canstar Blue and The Daily Mail Australia (with articles published across Nine, Junkee, Kotaku Australia and Lifehacker Australia). He’s a huge nerd with a deep passion for technology, having been raised on a computer by his dad. Other than the phones vertical, Zac also has extensive experience with computing, having focused on monitors and other peripherals. He also has a deep interest in the growing Australian EV landscape, having led Gizmodo Australia’s EV coverage during his time at the publication. Outside of Techradar, Zac volunteers at Headspace, a youth mental health organization, and is an avid gamer. He’s been nominated for several awards at the Australian Tech Journalism Awards.

Articles by: Zachariah Kelly

Two Avast antivirus packages, the Premium and Ultimate options, sitting on a benchtop

Avast’s brilliant virus protection now starts from just AU$37.99 for a full year – giving you peace of mind when browsing the web

By Zachariah Kelly published

Avast is offering its cybersecurity packages at hugely discounted prices right now for a limited time.

A power bank, vertical mouse and shaver on a purple background

Budget buys: these are the top 7 deals under AU$100 I’d recommend from Amazon’s Big Smile Sale

By Zachariah Kelly published

Amazon’s Big Smile Sale has brought big discounts on a wide range of products, including cheap power banks, PC peripherals and more costing under AU$100.

Three Lego sets side by side

I'm a Lego fan and these are the 5 sets I'm eyeing during Amazon's Big Smile Sale – prices from just AU$108.37

By Zachariah Kelly published

Iconic Lego sets for the young at heart are going cheap on Amazon right now with up to 28% off – from Fortnite to Star Wars and more.

Three Garmin smartwatches

These 6 Garmin deals – starting from just AU$299 – make me want to swap out my Samsung Galaxy Watch

By Zachariah Kelly published

Amazon Big Smile Sale 2025 has kicked off, with up to 46% off slashed across a wide range of great Garmin sports watches.

The Apple iPhone 16e held at a slant at a window

From iPhone to Android and (almost) back again – the iPhone 16e failed to lure me back to iOS

By Zachariah Kelly published

After using Samsung and Google phones for three years, I’ve picked up an iPhone again – here’s what I thought about going back to Apple with the iPhone 16e.

Australian PC Awards 2025

2025 Australian PC Awards winners – all the gear experts reckon is better than the rest

By TechRadar Australia published

APCA 2024 TechRadar teamed up with experts from APC Magazine, PC Gamer and PC PowerPlay to find the best PC gear of the year.

ErgoTune Joobie office chairs in different colours on an orange and blue background

Best office chairs in Australia in 2025: great seats for working from home or the office

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated

We feature the best office chairs for different budgets, for the home and or the workplace, even online learning.

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Best home wireless internet plans in Australia: March 2025

By Zachariah Kelly last updated

Compared Unimpressed with the NBN? You might want to try out a home wireless internet plan.

The Deepal EO7 from the side, an SUV and pick-up truck combo

I drove an electric SUV that transforms into a pick-up, and it’s as fun as it is functional

By Zachariah Kelly published

The Deepal EO7 will be arriving in Australia before the end of 2025, with other regions under evaluation.

A middle-aged man using a laptop while sitting on his tractor

Best NBN alternatives: The non-NBN plans to consider in Australia

By Zachariah Kelly last updated

Compared Here are some of the best NBN alternatives to consider across metropolitan, regional and rural Australia.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus in orange, the S24 Ultra in silver, the Jet 65 vacuum and the S90D TV

Hurry! Samsung's latest sale is slashing up to 47% off its top TVs, phones and more for a limited time only

By Zachariah Kelly published

Whether you want a mobile upgrade, a handy vacuum, or a home cinema enhancement, Samsung has you covered with discounts of up to 47%, but get a wriggle on as the sale ends on March 12

The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini gaming mouse on a table

The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini might be small, but few mice have impressed me this much

By Zachariah Kelly published

Recommended

The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini is a masterful device, with a great feature set, low weight and a tiny body.

The Chery Omoda E5 from the side

Why did carmakers ditch the spare tyre? I have no idea – but the Chery Omoda E5 is bringing it back

By Zachariah Kelly published

Many new cars, especially EVs, miss out on a spare tyre – but that’s one of the strengths of Chery’s Omoda E5.

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Compare the best mobile phone plans and deals in Australia

By Max Delaney last updated

Compared The best mobile phone plans in Australia aren't simply the most expensive, and instead offer a good data and cost balance.

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Best prepaid mobile plans in Australia (March 2025)

By Max Delaney last updated

Compared These are the best prepaid plans in Australia, offering flexibility on your phone bill, with ways to save money and avoid contracts.

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Best SIM-only plans in Australia (March 2025) | Compare the 7 top plans

By Max Delaney last updated

Compared Happy with your current phone? Have a new handset or just completed a long-term SIM plan? Save money by opting for a SIM-only plan.

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Scams in Australia March 2025: how to stay safe from current scams

By Zachariah Kelly last updated

Every year, scammers steal millions of dollars from Australians – here’s what you need to know about scam trends right now.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in silver blue, with its rear cameras on display

The best camera phone in Australia 2025: top mobiles for taking photos

By Zachariah Kelly last updated

Buying guide Looking for a camera to capture amazing moments? These are the best options across a wide range of categories.

The Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX keyboard

I’ve fallen in love with the Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX 65% keyboard because of its brilliant touch bar and Hall effect keys

By Zachariah Kelly published

Recommended

The ROG Falchion Ace HFX offers one of the best media control solutions I’ve ever seen.

The Asus ROG Pelta gaming headset lying on a table with the microphone removed

Asus’ new high-end ROG Pelta gaming headset is one of the most impressive (and comfortable) I’ve ever tested – and the price ain't bad either

By Zachariah Kelly published

Recommended

The Asus ROG Pelta is a brilliant gaming headset, sporting an awesome cost-to-performance ratio that can’t be ignored.

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The best dash cam in Australia for 2025: top in-car cameras for every budget

By Zachariah Kelly last updated

We've tried and tested the best dash cams in Australia, including 4K, front-and-rear, and budget options.

The Chery Omoda E5 parked across two spaces in a carpark

Chery's Omoda E5 is a brilliant EV in Australia, but a poor purchase in the UK

By Zachariah Kelly published

The Chery Omoda E5 may just be the perfect electric SUV for your lifestyle, but keep an eye on its competitors.

A person using an iPhone

Aussies were decidedly not happy about the 3G shutdown, according to new report

By Zachariah Kelly published

Following the shutdown of 3G networks across Australia, telco complaints have increased significantly, according to TIO

The LG OLED Flex, OLED C4 and OLED G4, from back to front, in front of a blue background

LG’s four-day Blitz sale has up to 48% off its best 2024 TVs

By Zachariah Kelly published

LG’s TV Blitz sale makes the epic OLED and QLED TVs all the more affordable, but only for a limited time.

An NBN technician installing NBN in a service box.

Should NBN 50 be the cheapest broadband speed tier? ACCAN certainly thinks so

By Zachariah Kelly published

ACCAN is calling on the NBN to scrap NBN 25 as its entry-level offering and replace it with cheaply accessible NBN 50.

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