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’s Pixel 9a brings more Pixel goodness to $849
March 20, 2025
A clean look, water resistance, and a price aimed squarely at the iPhone 16e could make the Pixel 9a this year's compelling mid-range entry.
4 min read
Apple iPhone 16e reviewed: everything you might need
March 14, 2025
The first new iPhone in ages for under a grand, the iPhone 16e trickles down the great iPhone experience to more friendly price points.
10 min read
Telstra sees more scams auto-identified across iPhone, Android
March 13, 2025
Scammers aren't going to stop scamming because they're making too much money, but thanks to a bit of tech, consumers are becoming more aware.
3 min read
Nothing firms the mid-range with 3a, 3a Pro
March 5, 2025
One of the more unique players in the phone world is back with two options for the midrange, and they're a little different from everything else.
3 min read
HMD focuses on families and ears in 2025
March 4, 2025
The high-end may well be where a lot of the impact is in phones, but HMD has families in mind for phones this year, as well as earbuds, too.
2 min read
Samsung’s mid-range Galaxy is all about the A and the I
March 4, 2025
Mobile World Congress kicks off, and Samsung is bringing two letters and 5G to lower price points, covering AI and IP ratings.
2 min read