Forget network problems -- Telstra will launch a hybrid mobile and fixed-line modem in early 2017, to help outage-proof your home internet. Its home gateway is also getting a revamp, for faster ...

If you have a Telstra Smart Modem 2 and want to upgrade to a Smart Modem 3 you can, but for an extra AU$9 per month. However, you’ll need to physically visit your nearest Telstra store to upgrade.

Telstra’s Ultimate USB Modem can be purchased with a number of different mobile broadband plans, including paying nothing up-front if they commit to a A$69 (US$62) monthly plan for 24 months.