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.
Samsung’s S25 brings more performance, more AI
January 23, 2025
2024 may have been the start of AI phones, but 2025 keeps it going, and Samsung's Galaxy S25 will use AI at the heart of Android, with plenty of guts in other places, too.
6 min read
Simple tickets shift to digital passes on iOS at the Open
January 14, 2025
iPhone owners making their way to Rod Laver in Melbourne might experience more than just a good game of tennis. They'll also potentially see the future of event tickets.
2 min read
Samsung set to kickstart 2025 phones early in January
January 7, 2025
About a month before every other mobile phone maker is set to unveil what's coming this year in phones, Samsung will show its hand with Galaxy Unpacked.
2 min read
HMD switches on satellite tracking with OffGrid for Android, iOS
January 7, 2025
You won't necessarily need to upgrade your phone if you want to connect to a satellite in an emergency, thanks to a new gadget from HMD.
1 min read
Five free tech ways to start a new year anyone can do
January 1, 2025
Starting the new year with technology doesn't have to mean buying a new wearable and going for a fun. Here are five easy things anyone can do these days.
5 min read
Pickr’s Best Picks: The best phones of 2024
December 30, 2024
One more year is done and dusted, and a new year of phones is on the way. What were the best phones in 2024?
5 min read