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

The Good Guys Black Friday sale 2025: what to expect from the electronics retailer
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Black Friday sales are back this November at major retailers, including The Good Guys.

Click Frenzy The Main Event 2025: what to expect from the upcoming November sale
By Lucy Scotting, Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Click Frenzy The Main Event is almost here, with the major Aussie sale taking place from Tuesday, November 11 to Friday, November 14, 2025.

The best streaming services in Australia 2025
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Our picks for the best streaming services based on content selection, value, device support and more.

Prime Big Deal Days 2025: the best deals still available post-sale
By Stephen Lambrechts, Lucy Scotting last updated
Prime Big Deal Days is over — here are the best leftover deals from Amazon's recent sale event.

Cheap mobile plans compared: best Australian options starting from AU$12.50 p/m
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Find out how to get unlimited calls and text along with a decent amount of data without breaking the budget.

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 eSIM plans in Australia: 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.

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.

Last chance: the Ninja Slushi is at an all-time Australian low price, but only until midnight tonight
By Stephen Lambrechts published
As we barrel towards summer, what could be better than a frozen drink maker in your own home? And a heavily discounted one at that?

Run, don't walk: Samsung's top-tier smartwatch is less than half price for Amazon's October Prime sale
By Stephen Lambrechts published
You can now get the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra for up to AU$526 off at Amazon, thanks to an unbeatable deal.

I tried Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and it leaves Mario Kart World in its dust
By Stephen Lambrechts published
As a die-hard Mario fanboy, I must admit that Sonic has taken the lead as the best kart racer of 2025.

Don't wait: the PS5 Slim Digital Edition console is 23% off at Amazon right now
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Can't wait for Prime Big Deal Days to get your hands on a new PS5? This deal is perfect for you.

Corsair’s Vanguard Pro 96 keyboard has convinced me that magnetic switches aren’t just hype
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Corsair's new Vanguard Pro 96 with its magnetic switches has me seriously considering abandoning the mechanical keyboard I built.

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.

iPhone 17 — top plans and offers in Australia for Apple's new handsets
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
It’s iPhone 17 release day, and here are the best plans and deals available for every device in Apple’s latest lineup.

Best mobile game controllers for iPhone and Android 2025: 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.

From Snapdragon to Exynos: How the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7's chipset change really feels
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 won't feature the same chipset as the Galaxy Z Fold 7 this year — here's what that means in terms of performance.

Black Friday sales 2025 in Australia — when it's happening and what to expect
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Black Friday 2025 is expected to deliver the most exceptional bargains of the year.

Afterpay is finally available on Amazon Australia — find out how to get AU$10 off your first order
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Get your online shopping cart prepped, because you can now pay for your Amazon purchases using Afterpay in Australia.

Lock in Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra early and get AU$350 off + free storage upgrade on Amazon
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Amazon is offering some fantastic bonuses for those who secure the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra ahead of its September 26 release.

Google's Pixel 10 Pro XL has joined our list of the top Android phones for Aussies
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Looking to buy a new Android phone? We're here to help you make the right choice.

One week in and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is already helping me stay on top my health — here's how
By Stephen Lambrechts published
From heart-rate monitoring to blood pressure measurement, here's how Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 Classic allows me to track my well-being.

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is now AU$564 off at Amazon — its lowest price ever
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Our pick for the best phone of 2025 has dropped to a record-low price at Amazon, but we don't expect this deal to last long.
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