Sam Baran is a writer for Finder, covering topics across the tech, telco and utilities sectors. They enjoy decrypting technical jargon and helping people compare complex products easily. When they aren't writing, you'll find Sam's head buried in a book or working on their latest short story. Sam has a Bachelor of Advanced Science from the University of Sydney.
Latest articles by Sam Baran
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Telstra international roaming
You can get international roaming on most of Telstra’s postpaid mobile plans for just $10 a day.
Sam Baran
22 January 2021

Solar air conditioners
Considering switching from regular air conditioners to solar air conditioners? Find out how.
Sam Baran
19 January 2021

NBN rollout “complete”, but what if you still don’t have an NBN plan?
Thousands of Australians still don’t have access to the NBN, but there are fast speed Internet alternatives available.
Sam Baran
14 January 2021

Epic Broadband review
Get cheap NBN deals from Epic Broadband, the new kid on the Internet block.
Sam Baran
13 January 2021

Energex network and service information
Have an issue with your power supply? Find how to reach Energex's support team.
Sam Baran
30 December 2020

Best Energy Plans and Brands: Methodology
How we decide on the 'best value' plans in each stateTo find the best plan here's our process we:Pick the best energy brand in a category OR find out which brands offer a certain feature (e.g. sports pack)Find the cheapest plan based on the postcode for the major city of the state, for that brand […]
Sam Baran
29 December 2020

Best value electricity plans in NSW
We picked brands in 6+ categories and then found the best deals from each brand in the postcode 2000.
Sam Baran
29 December 2020

What is a good Internet speed?
Follow our four steps to figure out what makes a good Internet speed for you and your household.
Sam Baran
29 December 2020

BYO modem NBN plans
Bringing your own modem across when you sign up to a new NBN plan could save you a couple hundred dollars.
Sam Baran
23 December 2020

NBN plans for renters
Find the best Internet plans for renters with no contracts and low prices.
Sam Baran
22 December 2020
