Lucy Scotting
Lucy Scotting is a digital content writer for Tom’s Guide in Australia, covering NBN and internet-related news. Lucy started her career writing for HR and staffing industry publications, with articles covering emerging tech, business and finance.
In her spare time, Lucy can be found watching sci-fi movies, working on her dystopian fiction novel (in progress since 2017) or hanging out with her dog, Fletcher, and her three cats. If she’s not found doing any of the above, she’s likely on her next adventure to a new city, country, or continent.
Latest articles by Lucy Scotting

Apple reopens dialogue with OpenAI, as clock ticks on iOS 18 launch
By Lucy Scotting published
Apple has reignited talks with startup OpenAI ahead of the speculated launch of iOS 18 and new AI-inclusive devices in June.

Ditching Telstra can save you up to AU$3,660 on your NBN bill — here’s how
By Lucy Scotting published
We've compared some great-value NBN plans and calculated your potential savings if you switch (and ditch) your Telstra plan.

This iiNet discount makes now the perfect time to upgrade your NBN plan
By Lucy Scotting published
Hurry in — this killer iiNet NBN 250 plan will save AU$10 off your monthly internet bill.

This Spintel NBN 250 deal is so nice, we're recommending it twice
By Lucy Scotting published
This insanely cheap Spintel NBN 250 deal — that'll save you AU$355 off your NBN bill — still has us talking. Here's why.

We may be one step closer to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 thanks to this interesting detail
By Lucy Scotting published
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 may be announced sooner than expected, new leak suggests.

Keen to try Aussie Broadband? This rare NBN 100 deal is the perfect excuse
By Lucy Scotting published
Act fast — this Aussie Broadband deal will save you AU$60 off your first year on an NBN 100 plan.

Here's how to watch the 2024 total solar eclipse from anywhere in the world — no safety goggles needed
By Lucy Scotting published
A rare solar eclipse will cross North America on 8 April — and you don’t have to be there in person to watch it.

Act fast! You won’t want to miss these epic video game discounts on Amazon
By Lucy Scotting published
Amazon AU has discounted some of the best games, including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, one of our favourite games of 2023.

Best robot vacuums in Australia 2025 tested and rated
By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram last updated
These are the best robot vacuums based on our testing of models from Roomba, Shark, Eufy, iLife and more.

Australia's fastest NBN plans might finally be living up to their name, new ACCC data shows
By Lucy Scotting published
ACCC's latest quarterly report reveals download performance has skyrocketed across top speed tiers — especially the ultrafast NBN 1000 tier.

iOS 18 could be getting generative AI features in biggest OS update yet
By Lucy Scotting published
iOS 18 is expected to include generative AI features and new iPhone models could come with additional storage space to house them, new reports suggest.

Amazon AU's Big Smile Sale is now on — here are the best deals so far
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Surprise! Amazon Australia's latest Big Smile Sale event has kicked off and we're rounding up the biggest discounts.

I tried Dyson's 'most intelligent' hairdryer yet, which promises to look after your scalp
By Lucy Scotting published
Returning to the beauty space, Dyson's latest evolution of its Supersonic hair dryer, the Supersonic Nural, was designed with scalp care and shiny hair in mind.

Afterpay Day 2025 sales event: The top deals and discounts available right now
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
2024's Afterpay Day is now on — and we're already seeing some great deals for the year's first big shopping frenzy.

Aussie launch of HBO's Max streaming service reportedly on the cards for 2025
By Lucy Scotting published
HBO’s streaming hub, Max, is set to make its imminent arrival to Aussie shores, according to Warner Bros. Discovery global head.

These five essentials will elevate your Taylor Swift The Eras Tour watch party
By Lucy Scotting published
Calling all Swifties! Make the friendship bracelets, chai cookies and dance the night away with these five essentials destined to make your Eras Tour watch party all the more enchanting.

Apple Watch 'ghost touch' issue finally gets a fix in latest software update
By Lucy Scotting published
Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 users can update to the latest WatchOS 10.4 firmware now to get rid of the phantom screen touches.

TCL's outstanding 65-inch C845 mini-LED TV is absolutely worth snapping up at just AU$1,369
By Lucy Scotting published
This eBay deal has slashed the price of this TCL 65-inch C845, offering one of the lowest prices we’ve seen for this screen.

NBN Co has a spicy new plan to get you to upgrade your internet: a 5x speed boost for free
By Lucy Scotting published
NBN Co’s new consultation paper proposes five times faster speeds for NBN 100 plans for no extra cost to consumers — and here’s why it may be time to upgrade.

Android Auto will now ban you from using certain apps while driving
By Lucy Scotting published
Google’s Android Auto will now flag any apps that can only be used while your car is parked.

Spintel's new NBN 250 deal is so good, it's hard to believe it's true
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Get in quick — this Spintel deal will save you AU$300 off your first year on an NBN 250 plan.

Where to watch The Bear in Australia: catch up on the hit show ahead of season 3
By Lucy Scotting published
Order up! Here’s how and where to stream the first two seasons of The Bear in Australia.

Exetel NBN review
By Max Langridge last updated
Exetel is one of the most affordable NBN providers in the country, but does low-cost mean a low-quality service?
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