Before purchasing a phone, knowing the device well enough is a must. That’s because knowing the brand, specs, and colourways like the back of your hand would help you gauge whether a phone can keep up with your digital habits.
But aside from these factors, there are other two that you need to consider when buying a new phone. Should you go prepaid or postpaid?
If you don’t want to be that phone shopper who ends up getting the unit that the salesperson sweet-talked you into buying, you should definitely study a thing or two about mobile phones. Why don’t you start with prepaid and postpaid mobile phones?
Prepaid – phones that come with prepaid arrangements will require you to pay upfront first before you can enjoy the usual benefits like calls, texts, and internet data. The limit of these benefits will ultimately depend on how much you are paying for the prepaid plan you want to subscribe to.
In simpler terms, you get what you pay for.
Postpaid – on the other hand, this arrangement will require you to pay at the end of the month. At the beginning of the contract, you get to enjoy a certain amount of calls, texts, and data which you’ll pay for at the end of the month. If you happen to exceed those limits, your provider will simply charge you extra.
Normally, these contracts last up to 12 or 24 months.
Like other things in life, both options have their own pros and cons. But in this piece, we’re putting a spotlight on Telstra’s prepaid mobile phones so we’re also highlighting the benefits of a prepaid plan. Below are only some of them:
- Prepaid plans can help you cut down the cost of your bills
- Absolutely no hidden fees
- The best thing is, you can jump to other networks anytime
Are you convinced now? Well, if you’re now leaning towards getting a prepaid phone, see what Telstra has to offer:
Samsung Galaxy A12 4GX
Are you into mobile photography? Look no further. This Samsung Galaxy A12 4GX is a photographer’s friend. It’s great for selfies, IG stories, photo walks, and even mobile photo competitions! It’s also power-efficient since it runs on an octa-core processor and 4GB of RAM.
Full Specs
Display: 6.5 inches, 1600 x 720 pixels
Storage: 128GB
RAM: 4GB
Cameras: Rear: 48MP (Main, F2.0), 2MP (Depth, F2.4), 5MP (Ultra-Wide, F2.2), 2MP (Macro, F2.4) Front:8MP (F2.2)
Battery: 5,000mAh
Operating System: Android 10
Network Support: 4GX
Processor: MediatekMT 6765
Design: 75.8 mm x 164.0 mm x 8.9 mm
Weight: 205g
Connectivity: 4G, 4GX Network
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Another staple in the mobile photography world is the Samsung Galaxy A21s. Samsung managed to build an ensemble of top-notch lenses for its camera system. It boasts an ultra-wide-angle lens, macro lens and high-resolution front and rear cameras.
The best thing about it is that it’s powered by a beast 5000 mAh battery so you can use it for a long time.
Full Specs
Display: 6.5 inches Immersive 6.5″ HD+ Infinity-O Display1
Storage: 128GB
Cameras: Front: 13MP, Back: 48MP (Main) + 2MP (Depth) + 8MP (Ultra-Wide) + 2MP (Macro) Rear: 48MP
Battery: 5,000mAh
RAM: 6 GB
Operating System: Android 10
Network Support: 4GX
Telstra Blue Tick: Yes
Processor: Exynos 850 (2. 0 Hz) Octa core
Design: 75.3 mm x 163.7 mm x 8.9 mm
Internal Memory: 128 GB, supports up to 512GB microSD
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Nano SIM
OPPO A53s
This model may look like a run-of-the-mill phone but make no mistake. It’s powered by a 5000 mAh battery so it’s a good sign that it can keep up with your digital activities like checking your social media accounts, writing emails, and do some gaming on the side.
Full specs
Display: 6.5” Neo Display (720 x 1600) inches
Storage: 128GB ROM + 4GB RAM + Supports up to 256GB via microSD
Cameras: Rear: 13MP+2MP+2MP Front: 8MP
Battery: 5000mAh
Operating System: Android 10
Network Support: 4GX
Processor: Qualcomm SDM460 @ 4×1.8GHz + 4×1.6GHz
Design: 75.1 mm x 163.9 mm x 8.4 mm
Weight: 186 g
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, NFC, 3G, 4G, 4GX Network, Nano SIM
These are only some of Telstra’s best phones. If you still want to expand your options, see Telstra’s range of products and decide what will work best for you!
