Stephen Lambrechts is the Managing Editor of Tom's Guide AU and has written professionally across the categories of tech, film, television and gaming for the last 15 years. Before Tom's Guide, he spent several years as a Senior Journalist at TechRadar, had a brief stint as Editor in Chief at Official Xbox Magazine Australia, and worked at IGN. He's also written for such mags and sites as APC, TechLife Australia, T3, FilmInk, Daily Telegraph and AskMen. Additionally, he's a Tomatometer-approved critic on Rotten Tomatoes, and has offered his tech advice on radio and television.
He's an expert when it comes to smartphones, TVs, gaming and streaming, having contributed many reviews in each of those categories over the years. Despite his many articles on streaming, he's a passionate collector of physical media who enjoys listening to vinyl records and acquiring obscure horror movies from the '60s, '70s and 80s. He can usually be seen rocking the latest retro sneaker releases, particularly Air Jordans and Reebok Pumps. Occasionally, he also indulges in other non-hipster stuff, like hiking.
Latest articles by Stephen Lambrechts

Felix Mobile phone plans review
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Felix Mobile is the only Aussie telco that offers an unlimited data plan, but is the trade-off in download speeds worth it?

SIM-only mobile plans compared: The best Australian picks for every budget
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Stick with your current phone and save yourself some money by choosing a SIM-only mobile plan.

Best Australian phone plans with international roaming
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Travelling overseas? Here's how Australia's three major telcos handle international roaming charges and what you can do to get the most bang for your buck.

Best Telstra network mobile plans: alternative providers with top coverage
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Take advantage of the widest-reaching mobile network in Australia thanks to these Telstra resellers.

Tangerine's juicy SIM-only summer sale slashes 50% off Telstra 5G plans — prices from just AU$15 a month
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Tangerine Telecom's summer sale is now on, boasting double data and half price SIM only plans for a limited time.

Best eSIM plans in Australia 2026: Get connected easily and enjoy your new plan in minutes
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Ditch the physical SIM card and join the eSIM revolution with these top plans, ranging from value-minded to data-heavy.

I just upgraded to this discounted Wi-Fi 7 mesh system and now my NBN speeds are flying
By Stephen Lambrechts published
TP-Link's excellent Deco BE65 mesh router system brings Wi-Fi 7 coverage to your entire home, and it's now a massive 30% off.

Samsung Galaxy S25 deals — top plans and offers in Australia
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Samsung's new Galaxy S25 handsets are out now — here's what you'll get from Australia's top telcos and retailers.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — top plans and offers in Australia
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
The Galaxy S25 Edge is Samsung's latest ultra-thin smartphone. Here are the best Galaxy S25 Edge plans to lock in top savings.

Amazon's 'Masters of the Universe' trailer makes me feel like a kid again — here's what the teaser got right
By Stephen Lambrechts published
The first teaser trailer for Amazon's long-awaited 'Masters of the Universe' movie has landed, and it looks like a gloriously epic blast of nostalgia.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — top plans and offers in Australia
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is now available for pre-order — here's what Australia's top carriers and retailers are offering in terms of bonuses.

The NYXI Hyperion 3 beats the official Switch 2 Joy-Con in almost every way — except for one thing
By Stephen Lambrechts published
NYXI's new Switch 2 joypad boasts a more ergonomic design, Hall-effect sticks, larger buttons and a proper D-pad.

Lenovo Coupon Codes
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
5% OFF These 5 Lenovo coupon codes can help you save on Lenovo ThinkPads, tablets, Chromebooks, and more.

Samsung Discount Codes
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
$400 OFF Use one of these 7 tried & tested Samsung promo codes or deals with your order to save on phones, tablets, TVs and more.

Dell Discount Codes
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
5% OFF Use these 6 Dell coupons to save on leading laptops, monitors and more from the tech giant.

Forget monthly discounts — Optus is giving away a free 65-inch Samsung TV with select Galaxy devices on eligible SIM plans
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Buy a new Galaxy S25 Ultra, S25 Edge or Z Fold 7 from Optus and score a free 65-inch Samsung TV — but only for a limited time.

The 10 best streaming services in Australia for 2026: which should you keep?
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
These are my picks for the best streaming services for Aussies based on content selection, value, device support and more.

Best mobile game controllers for iPhone and Android: top gamepads tested and reviewed
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
With the right controller, your iOS or Android phone can become a truly fantastic handheld gaming device.

Vodafone mobile plans review
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
While Vodafone ranks behind Telstra and Optus in terms of network size, the telco has has plenty to offer in terms of value.

Optus mobile plans review
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
While Optus comes in second in terms of coverage, it has Telstra beat when it comes to value.

Don't buy the Pixel 10 Pro Fold from the Google Store until you see this epic JB Hi-Fi deal
By Stephen Lambrechts published
In the market for a foldable? Google's Pixel 10 Pro Fold has been discounted at several retailers, but this deal from JB Hi-Fi takes the cake.

Telstra mobile plans review
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Easily the largest mobile telephone service provider in Australia, Telstra offers excellent coverage but middling value.

Want massive data? This brilliant Exetel mobile deal gets you 260GB for only AU$40 on your first six recharges
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Exetel is offering double data on one of its best prepaid mobile plans, but only for a limited time.
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