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.
Google, Qualcomm bring eight years of updates for Snapdragon 8 Elite phones
February 26, 2025
High-end mobiles released this year, and even a few mid-range models, too, should get updates for nearly a decade.
2 min read
Oppo’s Reno 13 splits mid-range AI phones three ways
February 26, 2025
Packing in water and dust resistance, several cameras, and AI features, the Oppo Reno 13 series aims to impress across several mid-range price points.
2 min read
Apple’s iPhone SE replaced with $999 iPhone 16e
February 20, 2025
Not quite as low-priced as its predecessor, the iPhone 16e aims to get an iPhone 16-styled device with Apple Intelligence for under a grand in Australia.
5 min read
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra reviewed: slick and future-friendly
February 19, 2025
A minimalist design in a maximum size, Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra brings the features for one of the year's first phones.
10 min read
Asus readies a gaming phone with light-up skills
February 18, 2025
Gaming laptops tend to get crazy lights to make their style, which may explain the path of the latest gaming phone from Asus.
3 min read
HMD’s satellite service launches locally
February 18, 2025
If you're planning on getting lost on walkabout, you may need a backup plan. Fortunately, HMD now offers that locally.
2 min read