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Buying outright from PriceHound and getting a SIM-only plan is often cheaper overall. Phone plans typically have significant markups over the device's retail price. Calculate the total plan cost over 24 months and compare it to the outright price plus a SIM-only plan.

Most modern unlocked smartphones support all Australian 4G/5G frequency bands used by Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone. However, check the phone's supported bands against your carrier's network frequencies. Some international models may not support all Australian 5G bands.

Both iPhone (iCloud/Quick Start) and Android (Google backup/Smart Switch for Samsung) have built-in migration tools that transfer contacts, photos, apps, and settings wirelessly. Back up your old phone before starting. The process typically takes 20–60 minutes depending on data volume.

PriceHound automatically scans major Australian retailers multiple times daily, comparing prices in real-time. We track price history so you can see if a deal is genuinely good or just looks like one.

We update prices multiple times per day. However, retailer prices can change at any time. Always confirm the final price on the retailer's website before completing your purchase. The 'Last checked' timestamp on each listing shows how recently we verified the price.

No — PriceHound is a price comparison service. When you click 'Go to Store', you're taken directly to the retailer's website to complete the purchase. We don't handle payments or orders.

Click the 'Price Alert' button on any product page and enter your target price. We'll email you as soon as the price drops below your threshold. You can manage your alerts from your account dashboard.

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