
Stephen Lambrechts
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

Best TV in Australia 2025: our top picks from LG, Samsung, Sony and more
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
These are the best TVs available now, from budget 4K TVs to top-end QLED and OLED TVs.

I've scoured Amazon for the best thocking mechanical keyboard deals I could find — here are my top 5 picks
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Whether you're looking to work or play, these Amazon mechanical keyboard deals are not to be missed.

Deal confirmed — the PS5 Slim Digital Edition bundled with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is down to AU$569 right now
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Stay frosty and don't miss out on this outstanding Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 PS5 bundle deal at Amazon.

My favourite Switch 2 game is already AU$20.95 off on Amazon — get Donkey Kong Bananza for only AU$89
By Stephen Lambrechts published
It's less than a couple of weeks old, but you can already nab Nintendo's excellent Donkey Kong Bananza game at a tidy 19% discount.

Transformers toys are my jam, and these 5 Amazon deals are more than meets the eye
By Stephen Lambrechts published
I'm a toy fanatic and these are the best Transformers deals that Amazon currently has to offer in Australia.

I got an early look at the 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' trailer, and now I'm burning to see more
By Stephen Lambrechts published
The first trailer for James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' promises a darker, more intense conflict on Pandora.

Best eSIM plans in Australia: Get connected easily and enjoy your new plan in minutes
By Stephen Lambrechts published
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.

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.

Forget Pixel 10 — grab Google's Pixel 9 Pro XL for just AU$888 thanks to this unbeatable deal
By Stephen Lambrechts published
The Pixel 10 might be just around the corner, but you can save yourself a bundle by going with last year's model instead thanks to this incredible deal.

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.

Prime Day 2025: here's what we know about Amazon's next big sale in Australia
By Stephen Lambrechts, Lucy Scotting last updated
Amazon's Prime Day sale has just ended, but Prime Big Deal Days will likely bring back the bargains later this year.

Samsung's Smart Monitor M9 is my dream screen, but the OLED panel's hefty price tag is giving me nightmares
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Samsung has finally delivered an ideal Smart Monitor in the M9, perfect for both work and play, though its price point unfortunately places it beyond my budget.

Last chance to grab Sony's WH-1000XM5 at an unbeatable price following Prime Day
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are still at a great price following Amazon's Prime Day sale, but we don't expect this deal to last for long.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Flip 7 FE pre-order deals — best telco and retail offers in Australia
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Pre-orders are now open for Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Flip 7 FE — here are the best bonus offers from Australia's retailers and carriers.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 pre-order deals — best telco and retail offers in Australia
By Stephen Lambrechts published
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.

I frankly can't believe this jaw-dropping deal on Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge, which slashes AU$870 off for Amazon Prime Day
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Samsung's newest flagship-level device is already drastically reduced as part of Amazon's Prime Day sale event.

Shokz OpenDots One vs. Shokz OpenFit 2+: which open-ear buds are right for you?
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Shokz's two new audio products offer very different approaches to open headphones, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.

Lenovo Coupon Codes
By Stephen Lambrechts published
50% OFF These 10 Lenovo coupon codes can help you save on Lenovo ThinkPads, tablets, Chromebooks, and more.

Dell Discount Codes
By Stephen Lambrechts published
50% OFF Use these 17 Dell coupons to save on leading laptops, monitors and more from the tech giant.

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

After 3 weeks of daily use, these are the 4 things I love about my Nintendo Switch 2 — and the 3 things that bother me
By Stephen Lambrechts published
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the Steam Deck alternative that I've been waiting for, but there are still some things that could be improved.

Edge or Ultra? Samsung's latest premium Galaxy phones are both AU$400 off for EOFY — but today only
By Stephen Lambrechts published
Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 Edge handsets are both drastically reduced for EOFY, but today might be your last chance to nab one at these prices.
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