Author: Stephen Fenech

Stephen is the Tech Guide editor and one of Australia's most respected tech journalists. He is a regular on radio and TV talking about the latest tech news, products and trends.

Being right is not a bullet-proof vest! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Cop Land starring Sylvester Stallone, Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta and Harvey Keitel. Cop Land tells the story of a New Jersey town where a lot of New York cops have made a home for themselves. Sheriff Freddy Heflin – an officer who couldn’t join the NYPD because of his hearing – has kept the peace in the town but faces a situation where he must act against the growing police corruption happening right under his nose. Stephen watched Cop Land…

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Get with the program and take a listen to Episode 669 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long as they discuss the week’s biggest tech news and product announcements. On this week’s show, Stephen and Trevor share their verdicts on the new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Is the AI all it’s made out to be? What’s it’s best feature? Kayo price rises are a big deal, but will anyone cancel? Probably not. Plus, what does the future of sports rights look like? And will you use Apple Invites? You can…

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It was 20 years ago when we were introduced to Google Maps. But what most people don’t know is that it actually has Australian roots and was developed in Sydney. Two Danish born brothers – Lars and Jens Rasmussen – were running their Where 2 Technologies start up from their apartment in Hunter’s Hill when they came up with new mapping technology. They pitched the idea to investors – one which happened to be Google who bought the company in 2004 before Google Maps was born in 2005. Today it’s used by more than two billion users per month to…

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Dyson has unveiled its latest cordless vacuum – the Dyson Car+Boat – the most powerful handheld vacuum design to clean tight spaces like cars, boats, bedding and around pets. Under the hood is a motor that spins at 110,000RPM to offer amazing suction power while still maintaining a 50-minute battery runtime. Now even the most stubborn dirt and debris and pet hair can be removed when you’re cleaning your car, your boat and around your home. It includes Dyson’s trademarks fully sealed filtration system that locks up 99.9 per cent of particles as small as 0.3 microns including dust allergens…

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Apple has released a new app for iPhone – Apple Invites – which makes it easy for users to create customised invitations for their family and friends. With Apple Invites it’s not only easy to create the invitation but it also share the invitations, gather RSVP and even contribute to shared albums and share Apple Music playlists. Apple Invite is available free from the App Store or it can be accessed through the web icloud.com/invites. iCloud+ subscribers can create invitations which anyone can view an RSVP even if they don’t have an Apple account or an Apple device. “With Apple…

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The new Samsung S25 Ultra is the culmination of years of state of the art hardware and software development and the power of those features have now been remarkably enhanced with AI. It’s a complete package that will suit every type of user whether they are a mobile professional, an avid photographer, content creator or just your average user who wants to get the most out of their device. There are hardware improvements and an all new One UI 7 platform along with the next-gen Galaxy AI that is now supplemented with Google’s Gemini AI. The strength of AI is…

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Step up and press play on Episode 630 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast hosted by editor Stephen Fenech as he keeps you updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and reviews. On this week’s show: Apple is a step closer to its first foldable iPhone, the iPad is 15 years old and we were at the launch event and Vodafone has expanded its regional coverage. In the Tech Guide reviews, we check out the Netgear Nighthawk RS600 WiFi7 router, it’s back to school time and the smartphones to suit first time users and Swann has released a…

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Panasonic has re-invented the microwave into an all-in-one appliance that now incorporates air-fry functionality and the features of a convection oven. The innovative Panasonic NN-CD88 combines four popular cooking methods into one – it’s a microwave, an oven, a griller and an air fryer – and can produce amazing results. It’s designed to save space while improving the cooking experience for the whole family. The NN-CD88 includes a new stainless steel, dishwasher safe Air Fry Basket accessory that can cook up to 900g of fries and achieve perfect browning and crispness and all without having to pre-heat. It can perform…

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Drop everything and take a listen to the latest episode of the popular show Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast – with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. On this week’s show Stephen and Trevor talk about President Donald Trump’s decision to remove national EV incentives in the US – so will that affect EV car sales there, and could there be knock on effects around the world? We have a return call from Penelope! How many cars did she end up testing? Has she bought an EV yet?? And do we need a…

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A foldable iPhone could be a step closer with rumours Apple has chosen a supplier for the next-generation foldable displays required for the device which could land as soon as 2026. According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo writing a post on Medium, the folding iPhone is in the planning stage. Apple could enter mass production as soon as the second half of 2025 to achieve the rumoured 2026 release. Industry insiders are saying a foldable iPhone would have a clamshell design like a flip phone – basically an iPhone that folds in half. There are no indications to suggest Apple…

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It’s not just speed we’re after with our home wi-fi – we’re also after consistency and range which is exactly what the Netgear Nighthawk RS600 tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router delivers. Wi-Fi 7 is the latest standard that is faster and more robust than the previous Wi-Fi 6E standard. The Netgear Nighthawk RS600 has a sleek, attractive design with small footprint so it doesn’t take up much space. The RS600 connects to your existing modem and is easy to set up through the Nighthawk app which takes you step by step through the whole process from connecting the cables and power…

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I’m still here, Chief! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Frequency starring Jim Caviezel and Dennis Quaid. Frequency tells the story about rare environmental conditions that allows a cop talk to his dead father 30 years ago on a ham radio and change history. Stephen watched Frequency in the cinema and it fits squarely in his hidden gem category while Trevor is tuning in to this movie for the very first time. We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits, trivia, fact v fiction and other things…

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Make the smart move and listen to Episode 668 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long as they go through the week’s biggest tech stories and product launches. On this week’s show, the Chinese AI platform Deep Seek – is it any good, there is a new iPhone SE coming – we got the dummy in our hands, Vodafone expands its regional coverage and Stephen reflects on the original iPad launch 15 years ago. You can listen or the watch show right here on the Tech Guide site using the…

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Going back to school for some students this year means parents will be giving them their first smartphone. But the good news, especially with ongoing cost of living issues, it doesn’t have to cost the earth. HMD Mobile has a few options that won’t break the bank while still offering a high quality experience. These include the HMD Barbie Phone and Nokia’s 3210. And prices start as low as $129. Of course, every phone needs a plan which is where Boost Mobile steps in with pre-paid plans on the Telstra which offer plenty of data and value. Here are the…

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Vodafone has completed a huge regional network expansion that will effectively double its mobile coverage across Australia. Vodafone’s coverage has gone from 400,000 square kilometres to more than 1,000,000 square kilometres and can now connect more customers in popular holiday destinations and other regional areas. This means Vodafone’s coverage is now within reach of 98.4 per cent of Australians. “We have doubled the coverage of our mobile network so people right across Australia – from Cronulla to Cunnamulla – can get access to the award-winning value, innovation and service that Vodafone customers in the city enjoy every day,” said Kieren…

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Security company Swann has just launched ActiveResponse – a personal alarm which gives Australians the opportunity to take control of their safety wherever they go. The second generation device is now available for the first time in Australia. The compact ActiveResponse personal safety alarm has an improved ergonomic design and a built-in 120 decibel siren which can be activated when you’re feeling unsafe, dealing with a medical emergency or involved in an accident. It is ideal for school students, shift workers, hikers and solo travellers. ActiveResponse includes a long lasting battery and pairs via Bluetooth with the Swann security app…

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Make the smart move and tune in to Episode 629 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast hosted by editor Stephen Fenech so you can stay updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and reviews. On this week’s show: We’ve just returned from San Jose were we attended the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event which revealed the new Galaxy S25 series. And Samsung also teased a super thin and light S25 Edge smartphone. And being the Australia Day long weekend we go through some of the greatest technologies invented right here in Australia. In the Tech Guide reviews – we…

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Apple’s iconic iPad was launched 15 years ago today – and I was lucky enough be at the historic event on January 28, 2010, at the Yerba Buena Centre for the Arts in San Francisco. Apple CEO Steve Jobs was on stage to introduce the iPad – it had a 9.7-inch multi-touch display, 30-pin dock connector and introduced a whole new and easier way to view websites, your emails and apps. The venue was packed and filled not only with media and analysts but Apple executives including then vice president of worldwide marketing Phil Schiller, board member at the time…

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Put the pedal to the medal and tune in to the latest episode of the popular show Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast – with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. On this week’s show Stephen and Trevor we talk abput the resale value of EVs, considering how different one car might be to another and how a brand new model may be an uncertainty. And we take your calls including one listener on their way to pick up their new EV and another drive who has bought a second hand Tesla Model X…

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Knowing where our luggage is has become a lot easier with the latest trackers but the new AirLock from OneAdaptr combines both a tracker that works with Apple’s Find My network and a TSA travel lock. OneAdaptr says it is the first Apple licensed Anti-Loss TSA luggage lock. The AirLock has a TSA approved combination lock and a zinc alloy body with a metal cable loop sealed in plastic that secures your bag. It is larger and heavier than a regular travel lock but that’s because there’s a tracker built in. The device powered by a CR2023 replaceable button battery…

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