The best telecommunications company to sign up to for voice calls and data varies drastically depending on where a customer is located.

Aussies can't sign up for the Amazon Prime customer VIP program until next year, meaning for now delivers still take days rather than hours.

With underwhelming launch day bargains, Australians might be slow to jump on the Amazon bandwagon until the retail giant delivers the full package.

One of Australia's largest home and contents insurers has suspended a new online feature that made private details about the security of peoples' homes publicly accessible, including whether monitored alarm systems were installed on their premises.

Amazon has officially launched its Australian online store, offering everything from pyjamas to power tools, and from video games to vinyl records. While there are some good deals to be had, however, the selection is far from comprehensive.