From its launch in 2016 until 2020, Pickr provided phone comparison with specifications and reviews from Australian technology journalists. The goal was to cut through problems with finding local reviews in search engines, and make it possible for Australians to find local reviews.
In recent years, however, search engine approaches have improved, and so our phone comparison and tracking systems are less required.
As a result, Pickr’s phone comparison technology has been deactivated.
You can find the latest news and reviews from our coverage on phones below. Alternatively, please consider our current best phone picks and regular recommendations.
Oppo’s latest mid-range mobile is $399, 5G, water resistant
May 1, 2025
There are limits to how much we all spend on phones, but if what you're after is a high speed phone with resistance to the elements, Oppo has something new.
2 min read
Three Telstra phone booths could be heritage listed
April 30, 2025
The days of using a phone box have largely gone — we have mobiles now — but a few could stick around for a while yet.
2 min read
Nothing’s CMF brings budget Buds 2, mid-range Phone 2 Pro to Australia
April 29, 2025
Nothing's transparent play for technology enters a new price point, as its "CMF" brand reveals new moderately priced gear.
3 min read
Google Pixel 9a reviewed: stellar value
April 24, 2025
With the Pixel 9a, Google is standing out with a phone that could stand the test of time, or at least the next few years.
10 min read
Google Wallet rolling out for kids phones in Australia
April 23, 2025
If you've given your kids a recent Android phone and they're part of a family account, you'll soon be able to manage their money.
2 min read
Motorola drops 5G to $199 budgets
April 9, 2025
High-speed 5G connections are now officially for the cheap seats, as Moto releases the G35 5G, a properly inexpensive 5G phone.
2 min read