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.
Pickr’s 2025 Boxing Day tech sales guide
December 26, 2025
The last big sales period has arrived for Australia, as we dive in and hand-pick what's worth checking out in the 2025 Boxing Day sales.
7 min read
Pickr Best Picks: The best phones of 2025
December 22, 2025
As 2025 draws to a close and a new year gets ready to see new phones, it's time to check out the year that was in mobiles. What were the best phones of 2025?
6 min read
Telstra switches on satellite messaging for Pixel 9, Pixel 10
December 18, 2025
Rural texting is about to get a shot in the arm, provided you're using a recent iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, or even a newly added Pixel, too.
2 min read
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 reviewed: yesterday’s phone
December 17, 2025
One of only a handful of foldable flip phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the most premium flip-fold Australia will see in 2025. Is it flagship material?
8 min read
Apple’s latest iOS update brings 000 fix for iPhone 12
December 14, 2025
It turns out Samsung devices aren't the only potential problem with emergency services, as Apple pushes out a patch with a triple zero fix and other issues, too.
2 min read
Pickr 2025 Holiday Gift Guides: People Who Don’t Like Smartphones
December 11, 2025
Everyone has a phone, but not everyone likes using one. So what do you buy for someone who hates smartphones?
4 min read