Technology

Samsung Galaxy S8: How to buy in Australia

The Galaxy S8 will cost $1199 to buy outright in Australia.

If you're planning to sign up to a new mobile contract and want to bag yourself a Galaxy S8 or S8+ in the process, here are the available plans from major telcos.

Facebook's Messenger app adds live location-sharing

Sharing location information on Facebook Messenger is optional, but it can also be live.

Facebook added a feature to its Messenger app on Monday to allow users to share their locations continuously for up to an hour, ramping up competition with tools offered by Apple and Alphabet's Google Maps.

Lyft pushes feel-good factor as Uber reels

Lyft currently operates in 300 US cities, compared with Uber that is in 600 cities.

As Uber grapples with accusations of sexism, Lyft is making more moves to position itself as the feel-good ride hailing company to consumers who may not be familiar with the smaller rival.