Author: Stephen Fenech

Samsung has outlined the latest range of its 2023 TV line-up that includes Neo QLED, Micro LED and OLED models which are focusing on enhanced connectivity and offering a more personalised viewing experience. Samsung’s TVs will stand along the company’s lifestyle products and accessories to create multidevice integration through its Smart Things platform. “In 2023, we are pushing boundaries of innovation to offer consumers more than just premium picture quality, but a holistic, premium device experience tailored to what they need and want out of their connected home,” said Cheolgi Kim, EVP of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “With…

Hisense is doubling down on its laser TVs in 2023 to meet customer demand and is expanding the range with three new offerings in the Laser TV and Laser Cinema categories. The company has unveiled the latest version of its popular 100-inch and 120-inch L9H Trichroma Laser TV as well as adding the PL1H Laser Cinema and PX1H TriChroma Laser Cinema. Hisense is the leader in this category and has driven innovation in this space resulting in stunning picture quality, extraordinary brightness and award-winning Dolby Atmos technology. The expansion of the Hisense Laser range is in direct response to increasing…

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has taken the covers off its 2023 laptop line-up which include new CPUs and GPUs from AMD, Intel and INVIDIA to take your gaming to the next level. And it keeps things cool with the Intelligent Cooling Technology. Within the 2023 Strix range, the new models have larger 16 and 18-inch screens with the Zephyrus M16 boasting and AniMe Matrix display while the Flow X13 and XG Mobile have also been upgraded. NEW CPUs and GPUs ROG’s 2023 line-up is powered by the new 13th Gen processors from Intel with a mix of performance and…

LG has released its new line-up of LG gram laptops which push the boundaries of design with even thinner and lighter models that do not compromise on quality or performance. The new gram models include Ultraslim and Style and deliver take-anywhere convenience and an exceptional experience on the move. LG GRAM ULTRASLIM The flagship model of the LG gram range is Ultraslim (Model 15Z90RT) and it is the thinnest gram model ever produced at just 10.99mm when closed. That’s about the same thickness as a smartphone or a notepad. And it tips the scales at just 998g. But despite its…

LG has unveiled its impressive knew range of 2023 OLED TV’s which offer improved brightness, even better colour and it improved webOS platform. Revealed on the eve of the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, LG’s exciting new line-up of new OLED TV’s include the Z3, G3 and C3 OLED evo series which are powered by the new a9 AI Processor Gen6. On top of the flagship self-lit picture quality, the new LG OLED TVs also introduce powerful new image processing technologies to enable more smart features and services to take the OLED viewing experience to an all-new level.…

Hisense has revealed its new Mini-LED X technology which will be featured across its flagship ULED range of televisions in 2023. This new Mini-LED X technology, unveiled on the eve of the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, comes as Hisense celebrates its 10-year anniversary of delivering pioneering Mini-LED technology. The company says Mini–LED X will be a game changer and provide its most detailed and accurate display. At the top of the Hisense 2023 U LED range is the 85-inch model which includes more than 20,000 backlights to produce more than 2500nits of brightness along with more than…

Episode 533 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast, hosted by editor Stephen Fenech, is coming to you live from Las Vegas on the eve of the Consumer Electronics Show. We talk about what we can expect to see at the show and also discuss some of the products that have already been announced. In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a listen to the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 headphones, we check out the Philips Air Performer and talk about how you can create your own customised version of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4. And in the Tech Guide Help we…

Video editing on the iPad has jumped to the next level with the release of the DaVinci Resolve app from Australian company Blackmagic Design. Compatible with iPads as far back as iPad 8th Gen, iPad Air 4th Gen and iPad Pro 3rd Gen, DaVinci Resolve is a powerful solution that combines editing with colour correction within the same software tool. Naturally the app has been optimized to work at its peak with the iPad Pro M1 and M2 editions, but the main features will still work with earlier iPads with some limited functionality. The app contains the same tools and…

You can kill two birds with one stone with the new Philips Air Performer 2-in-1 purifier and fan that not only keeps you cool this summer but also filters and cleans the air in your home. In fact, it’s the first air purifier in the world that uses artificial intelligence to sense the air quality while analysing outdoor data and room size to maximise performance. Tech Guide took a look at the new Philips Air Performer. The unit is 106.2cm tall with a footprint that is 26.2cm wide – so it’s not the most discreet appliance but you know when…

LG will be unveiling the second generation of the LG SIGNATURE line-up of premium home appliances at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The LG SIGNATURE range include refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, ovens and microwaves. What sets them apart from regular appliances are their ultra-premium and minimalist design and innovative new features. The second-generation line up has taken performance, design and usability to a new level as well as adding new and differentiated features along with new colours, materials and finishes to suit your home’s décor. On show at CES from next week will be the new LG…

The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 wireless noise cancelling headphones are designed for audio lovers who don’t want to make any compromises when it comes to listening to their music. These headphones have set a new reference standard for not only sound quality but also build quality in the active noise cancelling wireless headphone market. The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 headphones are made from quality premium materials including diecast aluminium and feature diamond cut bright metal detailing along with Napa leather on the ear cups and headband. These are extremely comfortable headphones and we wore them for entire international flights without…

LG has unveiled its line-up of 2023 soundbars which offer sleek designs, convenient features and an enhanced LG TV integration to deliver a stunning audio experience. The new soundbars will be formally launched at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and will include the SC9 and SC6 models. The biggest improvement with the LG soundbars is the way it integrates seamlessly with the LG TV to offer a new feature called WOW Orchestra which uses all the speakers on the LG TV along with the speakers on the soundbar to take the soundstage to an all knew level…

Ever wish you could customise your smartphone by choosing your own colours and combination? Well you can with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4. The Galaxy Z Flip4 Bespoke Studio puts you in the driver’s seat to come up with your own look for the popular foldable phone.[1] Samsung designed the device to give customers a way to express themselves while still maintaining virtually all of the features that come with a regular smartphone. But regular is the last word you would use to describe the Galaxy Z Flip4 which now has a slimmer hinge, straighter edges and contrasting hazed back…

When customers invest in a Samsung Galaxy Smartphone, Watch, Buds and Tablet they enjoy a very special and powerful ecosystem experience. In the case of Samsung, there is a reward to your loyalty to the brand because their devices are designed to work seamlessly together and improve your day-to-day use. Each of Samsung’s products stand up on their own but when used together they create a compelling combination. These ecosystem features can make the user experience intuitive, while offering a level of control over their devices only possible due to their integrated software and hardware. Of course, the Galaxy Smartphone…

Wilson!!! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Cast Away starring Tom Hanks and directed by Robert Zemeckis. Cast Away tells the story of Chuck Noland (Tom Hanks) – a FedEx employee who is the sole survivor of a plane crash and is stranded on a deserted island in the Pacific. Stephen watched the movie in the cinema and has watched it numerous times while Trevor has never seen it from start to finish. We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits, trivia, fact v fiction and other…

Remember when you could only buy a white refrigerator? Or when the TV you bought was only available in one colour- black? Colour choices for home appliances have traditionally been limited – and still are in some cases – but Samsung’s BESPOKE range of products present many colour options, enabling Australians to choose appliances that can either blend into your home’s décor or elevate it. Samsung has taken customers from a scenario with little choice to the opportunity to colour co-ordinate a wide range of appliances, from your refrigerator to your vacuum. The future of the home is a place…

Boxing Day is a few days – and that means sales! This year is no exception and there will be some stunning savings to be made this from some of the biggest brands in tech. Take a look at what’s on offer: DYSON – $300 off the Dyson V15™ Detect Complete cordless vacuum cleaner – $400 off the Dyson Cyclone V10™ Absolute+ cordless vacuum cleaner – $400 off the Dyson V8 Absolute vacuum™ cordless vacuum cleaner – $400 off the Dyson V8™ Extra Exclusive cordless vacuum cleaner – $200 off the Dyson Pure Hot +Cool™ purifying fan heater (black/nickel) -…

We already know Samsung is one of the world’s leading TV brands[1] and the electronics giant has expanded its already popular line-up with the launch of Samsung OLED. The Samsung OLED 4K TV range joins the company’s Neo QLED TVs and are currently available in 55-inch and 65-inch screen sizes. OLED – Organic Light Emitting Diode – has an organic emissive electroluminescent layer that emits light when a current is passed through it. This means the panel does not need a backlight. This offers two advantages. Firstly the OLED’s pixels are either turned on or turned off and, with no…

Tune in to Episode 566 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast – the last show for 2022 – with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long as they discuss the biggest tech stories of the week. On this week’s show, ACCC decision on bush 4G and 5G coverage, Elon Musk’s Twitter poll, Boost launches pre-paid international roaming, Apple Music is now available on Teslas and become a delivery driver with Amazon Flex. You can listen to the show right here on the Tech Guide site using the audio player below. Click on the Two Blokes Talking Tech…

LG has unveiled its new ARTCOOL Gallery air conditioner which includes a 27-inch LCD screen to display images and art while heating and cooling your home. ARTCOOL Gallery can be mounted on your wall like a picture frame and display your personalised content while at the same time delivering cooling and heating with the LGDUAL Cylinder Inverter Compressor. The device’s three-way air flow can optimise for the space while keeping noise levels as low as 20 decibels. ARTCOOL Gallery includes the LGAI Dry feature which can remove any moisture that forms inside the air conditioner. This new model also has…