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Optus admits slow broadband problem
Optus has admitted that it has been "shaping" internet connections to a slower speed than advertised.
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WARNING: diabolical fine print in Optus' new "monster caps"
$680 worth of calls for $49 looks like a great deal, but Optus is again using dodgy fine print to cheat customers.
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Kogan busted by ACCC over 'non-existent' savings
Discount electronics manufacturer Kogan Technologies has promised to modify its advertising practices after the ACCC gave it a stern warning.
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Optus threatens customers over VoIP calls
Optus customers got a nasty Christmas present from their telco: a warning that they would be billed international rates if they attempted to make VoIP calls on their mobiles.
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Banned iPhone ad shown in Australia
Did you buy the iPhone based on promises of "really fast' 3G, only to find it was a dog speed-wise? You've been sucked in by iPhone ads, banned overseas for false advertising.
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Optus, Vodafone, Acer: I've had it with dishonest tech marketing!
I Why don't tech companies just say what they mean? As a journalist, I'm sick of receiving essentially dishonest announcements from big tech companies.
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