Author: Stephen Fenech

ECOVACS has launched a range of next generation robotics solutions at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas including new robot vacuums, robotic lawn mowers, a robotic window cleaner and it’s first robotic pool cleaner. The new products include including the all-new DEEBOT T90 Pro Omni, the DEEBOT X12 Family, updated window cleaner WINBOT, robotic lawn mower GOAT and ECOVACS first robotic pool cleaner, ULTRAMARINE The diverse range of products highlights the company success in applying its impressive core technologies to expand its robotics ecosystem to suit a customer’s every need. The wide range of ECOVACS products were released under…

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has launched the Zephyrus Duo at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. It is the world’s first dual screen OLED gaming laptop and powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processor along with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. There are two 16-inch 3K ROG Nebula HDR OLED touchscreens which creates more than 21 inches of total diagonal screen space on a single laptop. That adds up to a portable gaming powerhouse so you can enjoy flagship gaming and content creation anywhere. The Zephyrus Duo has five dedicated modes to enhance workflow and…

Hisense has unveiled its most ambitious range of televisions with its new UR series which will incorporate the company’s latest RGB MiniLED technology. We first saw the new RGB MiniLED technology last year with the company’s dazzling 116-inch model. Announced at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Hisense will offer this new backlight technology in its UR series which will range in sizes from 55-inch all the way up to 116-inch. Hisense pioneered the RGB mini LED technology which places red, green and blue backlights in the TV rather than traditional white or blue backlight which required a quantum…

LEGO is set for its biggest transformation ever with the launch of LEGO Smart Play – a new interactive technology that will bring creations to life like never before. The new LEGO Smart Play technology was unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas where the world famous toy company is appearing for the very first time. The company says LEGO Smart Play is one of the most significant evolutions in the LEGO System-in-play since the LEGO minifigure was introduced in 1978. LEGO smart play is designed to bring builds to life and turn your imagination and ideas into…

After 20 years as the number one TV brand in the world, Samsung has raised the bar and revealed an impressive 130-inch micro RGB TV that takes both size and picture quality to the next level. At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas the company unveiled a stunning range of TVs and other smart devices, appliances and audio products that are all linked in our homes with AI. But the jewel in the crown is the remarkable 130-inch micro RGB which heralds a new era of even more intense and accurate colour. It has a frameless design so the…

LG, the leader in OLED technology for the last 13 years, has released the LG OLED evo W6 – a super thin wireless TV. And in doing so the company has revived an OLED icon that we first saw in 2017 – the Wallpaper TV. Launched at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the LG OLED evo W6 is just 9mm thick and can be flush mounted to the wall. And unlike the previous Wallpaper TV which had a separate soundbar unit to fit in most of the electronics, the W6 is self-contained thanks to a complete reengineering of…

Belkin has poured 40 years of experience as a leading consumer electronics brand into its bold new range of accessories to power, protect and enhance your devices which were revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The new Belkin products includes advanced power banks, Qi2 25W wireless chargers, a wireless HDMI dongle to content charging and a next-gen charging case for the Nintendo Switch 2. BELKIN ULTRACHARGE PRO POWER BANK 10K WITH MAGNETIC RING – $TBA The UltraCharge Pro includes Qi2 25W wireless charging and 30W USB-C charging. It also has a built-in kickstand, a small digital display…

LG has added a new lifestyle screen to its portfolio – the Gallery TV – which also doubles as a dedicated canvas when it’s not being used as a television with access to more than 4,500 works of art. LG’s Gallery TV is designed for customers who are more conscious of their home’s decor and who want to blend technology with their personal style. Available in 55-inch and 65-inch models, the Gallery TV can be flush mounted to the wall and has customizable magnetic frames. Also onboard is an internal memory to create and store your favourite content that you’d…

Samsung will be expanding its audio offerings in 2026 with upgraded soundbars and new standalone wi-fi speakers to offer users new ways of experiencing sound throughout their home. The new range of audio products from Samsung will be showcased at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The new range will include the latest flagship soundbar (HW-Q990H model) and two new wi-fi speakers – the Music Studio 5 and Music Studio 7 which were designed by Erwan Bouroullec. “Almost a decade ago, Samsung introduced the concept of lifestyle TVs, combining revolutionary yet highly sophisticated designs with powerful performance to elevate…

LG will be unveiling a new home robot at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas which can take over chores and do your housework. LG CLOiD is the company’s first venture into home robotics and has been designed to deliver on LG’s lofty vision “Zero Labour Home, Makes Quality Time”. It has two articulated arms with seven directions of movement to replicate natural human movements. On each are arm are five actuated fingers to provide the required dexterity to complete fine and delicate tasks. The LG CLOiD’s brain is a chipset embedded in its head and enable its…

The new Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max cordless robotic pool cleaner can give you back hours of your time – it can clean your pool better than you can. It cleans the pool floor and the walls as well and can even skim the surface for leaves. It is a set and forget device – you simply turn it on – choose from seven cleaning modes (in our case it was Hero – which cleans the floors, wall and surface) and then put it in the pool. The Scuba X1 Pro Max then fills up with water – sinks to…

Take a ride for the last time in 2025 and listen to the latest episode of Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – the EV podcast with Stephen Fenech and Trevor Long. On this week’s show, we talk to caller Mikey about driving around Tasmania with an EV. Meanwhile Adrian is curious to replace his small Mazda 2 with something electric. And were joined by Peter Willis from Carma who explains the online dealership model and how electric car sales and interest is growing. If you’ve got a question about EVs or you want to be part of the show you…

Medication time, medication time!! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen we’re re-casting our episode featuring One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest starring Jack Nicholson to celebrate the film’s 50th Anniversary. One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest tells the story about criminal Randall P McMurphy who is sent to an institution to assess whether he is mentally ill. Stephen has watched the movie repeatedly while Trevor is watching it for the first time. We go through the memorable scenes and shares some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits, trivia, plot holes and other things you don’t know about…

If you didn’t make it to the live recording of Episode 713 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with Stephen Fenech and Trevor Long – don’t worry – you listen and watch the show right here. Recorded live in front of an audience, the final episode of 2025, takes a look back on the year. What were the hits, and misses, favourite gadgets and gizmos plus what to expect in 2026 – more of the same? And it all thanks to our great supporters ARLO and NETGEAR. You can listen and watch the show right here on the Tech…

Optus has released the findings of an independent review of the September 18 Triple Zero outage which includes 21 recommendations including a change to the company’s siloed way of working. The report was also clear in pointing out poor execution and a focus on getting things done rather than getting things right in times of crisis. The review was conducted by experienced executive and director Dr Kerry Schott and took a comprehensive look at the failure of the Tripe Zero services in South Australia, Western Australia, The Northern Territory and parts of New South Wales. The review found gaps in…

Leading internet security company Norton has launched Neo – an AI-powered browser that’s designed to offer a new level of digital safety while protecting your privacy. Neo is works on Windows and macOS and is free to download now from neobrowser.ai . Mobile apps for iOS and Android are coming soon. Norton’s Neo has been developed to streamline our online experiences and combines Norton’s leadership in cyber safety with AI. The result is a browser that’s got your back with a focus on safety and trust so users can surf the web with peace of mind. “Many AI browsers promise…

The pressure on today’s lab is unending. Whether it’s a diagnostic lab or an R&D lab, there’s no escaping the constant demand for more. Higher throughput and faster turn-around times with data that will withstand scrutiny. The era wherein we were reliant on manually pipetting samples within a high-volume setting is on its way out, because quite literally, it doesn’t add up on the side of humanity. It isn’t just about going quicker; it’s about cost. As researchers spend several hours at the lab bench working on repetitive procedures, fatigue begins to occur. And with fatigue, variability follows. But automation…

Press play on Episode 675 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast hosted by editor Stephen Fenech as he brings you updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and reviews. On this week’s show: Apple has issued an urgent software update for one of its devices to avoid potential triple zero issues and we talk to Grand Slam Tennis Champion Ash Barty as she hits the road as an Amazon Flex driver. In the Tech Guide reviews, we will run our eye over the latest of the 12 Days of our Christmas Gift Ideas and highlight some of our…

It’s the 12th and final day of Tech Guide’s popular 2025 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas. We made it! This guide was designed to help you find the perfect gift for your family and friends. Today we’re looking at computers and accessories and other related products. Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas: Day 1: Cameras Day 2: Smartphones Day 3: Wearables/smartwatches Day 4: In-car gadgets DAY 5: Gaming DAY 6: Tablets/e-readers DAY 7: Drones/Gadgets DAY 8: Smart/IoT devices DAY 9: Headphones/Speakers/Mics DAY 10: TVs/Soundbars/Mics DAY 11: Appliances DAY 12: Computers DAY 12: COMPUTERS 14-INCH MACBOOK PRO WITH M5 – From $2,499 The 14-inch MacBook Pro…

Get into gear and put this in your ear – the latest episode of Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – the EV podcast with Stephen Fenech and Trevor Long. On this week’s show, anyone who owns or has driven a new car lately might have come across the annoying beeps and bongs that happen when you get near the speed limit or look too long at the radio, or perhaps get close to the edge of your lane on the road. These safety features are known as ADAS – but they are often annoying. We catch up with Shawn Ticehurst…