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.
An alternative to the App Store is coming to Australia
October 14, 2025
iPhone and iPad owners may soon be able to find apps somewhere other than Apple's App Store.
2 min read
Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 reviewed: an easy choice
October 6, 2025
There's a new premium for iPhone charging stands, with the Belkin UltraCharge Pro bringing the speed and versatility you expect by your bedside.
4 min read
Apple iPhone 17 Pro reviewed: one of the year’s best
October 3, 2025
Starting at nearly $2K, the iPhone 17 Pro is easily one of the year's best phones, offering excellence across camera, performance, and more.
13 min read
Qualcomm preps a new benchmark for phones, PCs in Snapdragon
October 2, 2025
Need a taste for what next year's phones will be like? You only need to glance at the tech being announced from the maker of phone chips the likes of which are used by Samsung in the "Ultra" model.
3 min read
Xiaomi launches locally with Leica inside
October 1, 2025
There's one more major mobile for 2025, as a big brand from China makes an official entrance in Australia.
3 min read
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE reviewed: it should be better
September 26, 2025
Samsung's next stab at the mid-range is the Galaxy S25 FE, and coming from last year's excellent S24 FE, it has big shoes to fill. Is it a success?
8 min read