Author: Stephen Fenech

If you can’t exercise or go to the gym without your earphones, then has Sennheiser got the product for you: the Sport True Wireless earphones. These deliver the quality Sennheiser is known for in an earphone that can handle your intense workouts and remain comfortably in place all the while. Tech Guide been using the Sennheiser Sport True Wireless for more than a week and they tick the boxes when it comes to design, audio quality, comfort and durability. They come with two sets of ear adaptors so you can choose to have more focus or to be more aware…

Apple has introduced new child protection features for iPhone, iPad and Mac that will issue warnings when sending or receiving photos that contain nudity. These new communication safety features are already active in the US and will be enabled for Australia and New Zealand users with a software update that will become available in the coming weeks. The new feature analyses images and attachments on the device – the iPhone, iPad or Mac – and does not send to the cloud. This means no one, including Apple, ever sees the message or images. It’s all done via machine learning, and…

Ecovacs Robotics has taken automated home cleaning to an all-new level with the launch of the Deebot X1 Omni– a robotic vacuuming and mopping system that introduces several innovations. And it delivers something even more valuable to customers apart from a clean home – and that’s time. Time usually spent mopping and vacuuming is now the even higher responsibility of the Deebot X1 Omni. Tech Guide has taken a hands-on look at Ecovacs Robotics new X1 Omni system that can be left to its own devices for even longer. The sleek new system has a larger station that can look…

Optus will next month be closing part of its 3G network and repurposing it for its 4G and 5G networks – but how will this affect you? The Optus 3G network operates on two spectrum bands – 2100Mhz and 900Mhz. But from May the 2100Mhz band will be redirected to the Optus 4G network to improve speed and reliability and help with the expansion of the company’s 5G network. Telstra and Vodafone closed their 2100Mhz 3G bands in 2019. Naturally, 3G devices running on 2100Mhz will no longer function on the Optus network. And it’s not just smartphones that will…

When it comes to Bluetooth speakers there are a lot of brands to choose from but there aren’t many that can match the Bose quality with its new SoundLink Flex rugged speaker. This is a product for those who love the great outdoors and want to take their music with them. And thanks to its sturdy design, the Bose SoundLink Flex can go anywhere. It also has an IP67 rating which makes it waterproof and dustproof. And if you drop it in water – don’t worry – it floats. The speaker is made from soft touch silicone and has a…

Tune in to Episode 498 – a special Easter holiday edition 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: what we can expect from Apple and Samsung in 2022 and will be the big launch events return this year? Apple has also unveiled the winners of its Shot on iPhone Macro Challenge – and we’ll tell you how you can get up close for your photos as well. We’ll also take a look at Canon’s new ink tank…

It’s hard to live your life without technology but it’s even harder for the older members of our community especially with the latest products that are targeted at younger customers. And that’s where HOMELife Technology comes in. The company offers a range of devices that are designed for older users and carers. These include the Connected Photo Frame, the Robin Day Clock, the Relish Radio/Music Player and the Flipper Big Button TV Remote. HOMELife Technology’s mission statement is: “supply quality, easy to use products that enhance life, independence and personal wellbeing”. HOMELife Technology was founded by of Paul Colley, who…

Alrighty then!!! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen we’re watching Ace Ventura: Pet Detective – the breakout role for Jim Carrey. It tells the story of the Miami Dolphins who hires pet detective Ace Ventura to track down their dolphin mascot which has been stolen on the eve of the Super Bowl – which goes on to reveal a massive revenge plot. Stephen has seen the movie countless times but Trevor, of course, had never seen this before. Did he like it? We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits,…

Start your long weekend with Episode 531 of the popular Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long as they discuss the biggest tech stories and product launches. On this week’s show, the election has been called and the campaign is underway and social media will pay a big part. Also on the show, TCL’s new smartphones, iMovie has been upgraded with new features, Disney+ added to Fetch TV, Panasonic’s new gaming speakers and the Huawei Watch GT 3. You can listen to the show right here on the Tech Guide site using…

Fetch TV has expanded its streaming services offerings with the addition of Disney+ making the service and set-top box even more attractive to customers. Disney+ arrives on Fetch TV and will sit beside YouTube, Netflix, Stan, Amazon Prime, Paramount+, BritBox, and Hayu. Fetch TV has extended its agreement wth the Walt Disney Company with the addition of Disney+ adding to Fetch’s existing offering of Disney’s linear channels ESPN and National Geographic. This is in addition to ABC iView, 9Now, 7Plus, 10Play and more. Fetch subscribers will be able to enjoy a month of Disney+ for free when they sign up…

Panasonic has just revealed a new wearable gaming surround sound device – it’s called the SoundSlayer Speaker and is designed to be worn around your neck and shoulders. The SoundSlayer Speaker (SC-GN01) can rest ergonomically around the back of your neck with speakers placed beneath your ears. This means players won’t have to wear headphones which will ease the pressure on their ears and head when playing for hours on end. The device delivers four-channel sound that will give the player the impression it’s coming from all directions and create an immersive soundscape while still allowing the user to be…

Apple has announced the winners of the Shot on iPhone Macro Challenge which invited customers from around the world to get up close and personal with their photography with the iPhone 13 Pro. Ten winning photos were chosen from tens of thousands of images and will be featured on apple.com and on Apple’s Instagram account (which has 27 million followers) as well as on billboards in select cities around the world. The iPhone 13 Pro includes an advanced camera system and, for the first time, users can take impressive macro images on the device that’s always in their pocket and…

Apple has released a new version of its popular application iMovie which now includes a range of new features that makes it even easier to create and edit videos on iPhone and iPad. One of the new features – Storyboards – helps content creators produce quality videos with premade templates for popular video types to share on social media or with colleagues or classmates. Storyboards suggests a list of shot lists and gives you step-by-step instructions on which clips to capture for each of these video types. There are twenty different storyboards to choose from depending on the type of…

TCL has launched its four new 30 Series smartphones which will look to redefine the affordable smartphone with a sleek design and an impressive range of features. The new devices include the TCL 30+ ($399), the TCL 30SE ($329), TCL 306 ($299) and TCL 305 ($199). They go on sale on April 18. The new products showcase TCL’s FHD+ NXTVISION AMOLED display technology which is now built to take care of customer eye health. With users spending more time on their screens than ever before, TCL has focused on reducing harmful blue light. Also onboard the new TCL 30 Series…

Get onboard with Episode 497 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast, hosted by editor Stephen Fenech, so you can be truly updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and reviews. On this week’s show: Australians are keen on EVs so what’s holding back sales, how will the Telstra filter block scam text messages and should we be worried about privacy and how Huawei’s new Watch GT 3 can be your health and fitness companion In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a look at Epson’s new 4K home theatre projector, we put the new Peloton Guide through its…

Traeger has launched an all-new Timberline range of versatile connected grills that can take your outdoor cooking to a new level of quality and convenience. The new Timberline and Timberline XL are the result of years of innovation which will offer consistent results and the ability to control the cook from anywhere. The new grills will be available in September at key retailers across Australia. Originally launched in 2017, the Timberline introduced WiFire technology and an industry first D2 direct drive motor for variable fan and auger control. “Traeger has spent 35 years innovating and perfecting what it means to…

The Australian Federal Election campaign has been called for May 21 but for many first-time voters what the candidates say and do online will have a major influence on their vote. Twitter has just released new research alongside a new campaign which is encouraging young Australians to register to vote so their voice will be heard at the upcoming election. The campaign is called #myfirstdemocracysausage and has been backed by the Australian Electoral Commission. The study revealed that’s a politician’s online actions and behaviours would have an impact on 63 per cent of 18- to 24-year-olds who admit it may…

The rising cost of petrol has boosted interest in electric vehicles but there are still a few hurdles for customers that are holding back EV sales in Australia, according to research by CarsGuide. Demand for full electric and hybrid vehicles are greater than ever with a 300 per cent growth in recent weeks. But the CarsGuide research has revealed there are still a number of barriers Australians are facing when buying EVs – and the biggest one for 87 per cent of customers is the price. In other countries, subsidies have helped increase the rate of adoption but in Australia,…

The new Huawei Watch GT 3 is a standout new smartwatch that plays just as nicely with an iPhone as it does with an Android smartphone to be your faithful health and wellness companion. The stylish smartwatch has a classic design with a round watch face that is available in 42mm and 46mm sizes. For those looking to take their fitness to the next level, Huawei has also launched the Watch GT Runner. And if you get in and purchase the Huawei Watch GT 3 before April 20, you’ll receive a bonus $50 gift card. Priced from $399, the Huawei…

As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a gangster. This week on The Best Movie You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Goodfellas, directed by Martin Scorsese. Goodfellas is based around the true story of Henry Hill whose gangster lifestyle was detailed in the book Wiseguy. The film stars Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, Lorraine Bracco and Joe Pesci. Stephen has seen the movie countless times but Trevor, of course, had never seen this before. Did he like it? We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits, trivia, plot…