Author: Stephen Fenech

Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech is part of an exciting new lifestyle TV program called Living Proof which aims to inform and inspire viewers with engaging segments about technology, health and wellbeing, travel and fashion. The show was commissioned by GemLife, one of Australia’s fastest growing over 50s lifestyle resort operators, which has created communities across NSW, Queensland and Victoria with more on the way. Living Proof episodes will be released monthly on YouTube and are aimed at active Australians aged 50 and over who want to stay on top of life improving innovations, make the most of their leisure…

Microsoft has revealed a significant update for Windows 11 which is designed to make the platform more personal and secure and providing ways to make you even more productive. There are also new multitasking tools to get things done faster as well as gaming updates so you can have even more fun when the work is done. This update (22H2) will be rolling out to customers around the world from this week. Users with eligible devices already running windows 11 version 21H2 will be able to install this new release on their device by going to Settings > Windows Update…

Wrap your ears around Episode 520 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 love streaming services, but research has revealed many are freeloading on someone else’s account, the ergonomic chair that can help you work in comfort and DJI released its new action camera on the same day as GoPro. In the Tech Guide reviews, we give you our verdict on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, Uniden has released a new high-tech baby monitor…

The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro are without a doubt the most advanced iPhones Apple has ever produced. But that’s what we’ve come to expect every year since the first iPhone was released 15 years ago. This year there are some key improvements that are common for each new iPhone while the iPhone 14 Pro differentiates itself with its own set of premium new features. In fact, we think this year there is there is a bigger gap between the iPhone 14 and the iPhone 14 Pro. DESIGN On the design side, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro…

We love our streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Stan and Binge but research shows up to 8 million Australians are freeloading on someone else’s account. A study by Finder has revealed there are plenty of Australians who have admitted to using a family member or friend’s password to access streaming services. From a survey of 1062 respondents, a huge 40 per cent admitted to mooching off someone to view their streaming services – that adds up to 8 million Australians. And Netflix (30 per cent) is the most popular account to slide into for these customers followed…

Uniden has unveiled a new addition to its award-winning baby watch baby monitor range with the new BW6181R which allows parents to constantly monitor their newborns from anywhere. The Uniden BW6181R baby monitor has a 2K camera so parents can view the live feed on the 5-inch HD monitor or through the Baby Watch Plus App on their smartphone or tablet device whether they’re at home or travelling. The 2K camera offers clear viewing with up to 4x local digital zoom and 5x remote digital zoom to make it easier to keep an eye on the baby. It’s also possible…

The first rule of Fight Club is: you do not talk about Fight Club!!! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Fight Club starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton and directed by David Fincher. Fight Tells the story of a worker stuck in a rut in a mindless job who meets Tyler Durden who turns his life upside down. Stephen watched this in the cinema and has even interviewed the film’s Oscar-nominated sound designer Ren Klyce while Trevor has only heard the first rule of Fight Club without knowing anything about the movie. We go…

It’s time to tune in to Episode 552 off 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 stories and products. On this week’s show: iOS 16 is now available and we share our favourite features, why we’re moving towards eSIMs, the new GoPro HERO11 Black cameras, Sonos released the Sub Mini, Netflix ad tiers rumours and our thoughts on iPhone 14. You can listen to the show right here on the Tech Guide site using the audio player below. Click on the Two Blokes Talking…

Storing, carrying and transferring data on the move just got easier with two new Samsung products – the Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield and the Samsung USB-C Flash Drive. These are ideal for transferring content at high speed to laptops, tablets, smartphones and cameras. It also means travellers and content creators on the move can safely carry their data around and share it quickly and easily. SAMSUNG PORTABLE SSD T7 SHIELD – $459 (2TB), $239 (1TB) The Samsung SSD T7 has a rugged high-tech rubber construction so it can handle any conditions. It is small enough to fit in your…

Amazon has unveiled the lightest and smallest Kindle eReader ever with an improved 6-inch high resolution glare free display. Priced at $179, the new Kindle has a 300ppi high resolution 6-inch display which packs in three times more pixels than the previous generation for laser sharp text and sharper images that look and read just like paper. The new kindle also has USB-C charging and even longer battery life that will run for up to an impressive six weeks. There is 16GB memory on board the device – twice as much storage as the previous model – and that’s enough…

DJI has released the new Osmo Action 3 camera and now includes a quick release design as well as the ability to shoot in landscape or portrait so you can share your video and on social media platform. The Osmo Action 3 has full colour touchscreens front (1.4-inch) and back (2.25-inch) so you can easily frame your video as well as easily access the setting and shooting modes. The device has returned to the design of the original after version two offered a modular design. DJI Osmo Action 3 has a 1/1.7-inch 12-megapixel sensor and can shoot 5.3K at 60…

GoPro has launched three exciting new Hero11 Black cameras that offer improved colour, a wider field of view, better stabilisation and longer battery life. The HERO11 Black, HERO11 Black Creator Edition and HERO11 Black Mini all have larger sensors that deliver 10-bit colour depth and more than a billion colours – that’s 64 times more colour. https://youtu.be/Vejlyg8Y8QY The larger sensor aboard the Hero11 Black and Hero11 Black Mini can deliver 5.3K video at up to 60 frames per second and 28 megapixel stills. GoPro is also celebrating its 20th birthday this year – the company was formed in 2002. HERO11…

We’ve written about technology but it’s important to be comfortable while you’re using it especially for those who continue to work from home so a chair like the ErgoTune V3 Supreme is a wise investment. The ErgoTune chair is made from strong and comfortable DuraWeave Hybrid Mesh with 11 adjustment points from the headrest, backrest, lumbar support and seat depth so it can be truly calibrated to your body and change with your needs and activities. The chair has a sturdy build and is easy to put together. The build is guaranteed for 12 years. There also three sizes to…

Sonos has unveiled its latest speaker – the Sub Mini – a wireless subwoofer that can add powerful and balanced bass to your home entertainment. Sub Mini has a new cylindrical design and a more compact size than its predecessor. “We’ve entered a more thoughtful era of streaming that prioritises quality over quantity, with creators and platforms investing in immersive entertainment experiences that put premium sound at the forefront,” said Maxime Bouvat-Merlin, SVP for Hardware and Operations at Sonos. “Sub Mini is a welcome addition to the Sonos family, rounding out our home theatre product line-up so listeners can experience…

It’s time to get updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and reviews with Episode 519 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast hosted by editor Stephen Fenech. We’ve just returned from Apple’s launch event in Cupertino and we’ll go through all the product announcements – the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, the Apple Watch Ultra and Apple Watch Series 8 and the AirPods Pro 2. In the Tech Guide reviews we check out the new Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones, Bose have revealed its QuietComfort II earbuds and MG unveils its new ZS EV mid-size SUV. In the…

Soon your smartphone won’t need a plastic SIM card. In fact, it may be sooner than you think when the eSIM will become the one and only way to link you phone number to your phone. Research by software company Amdocs showed 79 per cent of customers are ready to ditch the SIM card and are open to an eSIM-only device. Apple got the ball rolling last week with the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro – the models sold in the US will not have a SIM card tray. That means a customer’s only choice will be an eSIM.…

Sony has announced the SRS-XV900 – one of its loudest and most powerful wireless speakers ever – as part of its X Series range to give users an all-new audio entertainment experience. The speaker is part of the LIVE LIFE LOUD campaign and is aimed at users who prefer playing their music at full volume. And it’s big – it stands 88cm tall and weighs 26.6kg. But it’s easy to move around thanks to the convenient handle and castors built into the back of the unit so it can be wheeled like a suitcase. The Sony SRS-XV900 is a Bluetooth…

Sony has continued the tradition with its iconic noise cancelling headphones – the latest model – the WH-1000XM5 has not only improved its audio quality but has a fresh new look as well. For years the Sony headphones have always sounded great – but they looked the same. This time the WH-1000XM5 has a fresh new design with more curved and soft touch surfaces. It appears to be all plastic – no metal to be seen – another move towards a softer look and feel. And it’s not actually plastic – its ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) that’s made from recycled…

I’m too old for this shit!!! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Lethal Weapon released in 1987 and starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover. It tells the story burned out cop Martin Riggs, who many think is either crazy or suicidal, who is partnered with senior detective Roger Murtaugh as they investigate a crime ring. Stephen naturally saw this in the theatre but Trevor is a bit late to the parry and watches it for the very first time. We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits,…

Two Blokes Talking Tech Episode 551 is coming to you live from Apple Park as we go through all the announcements from the Apple launch event. Stephen and Trevor were invited to a purpose-built studio inside the main ring building at Apple Park. Two Blokes Talking Tech was the only Australian podcast invited into Apple’s studio to record their podcast. On this week’s show we go through all of Apple’s product announcements: the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, Apple Watch Ultra and AirPods Pro. You can listen to the show right here on the Tech Guide site using the audio…