Author: Stephen Fenech

I’m what you call a big-shot attorney! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Primal Fear starring Richard Gere and Edward Norton making his film debut. Primal Fear was released in 1996 and tells the story of a choir boy accused of murdering an Archbishop who is represented by headline-hunting attorney Martin Vail. And it’s far from an open and shut case. Stephen watched Primal Fear in the cinema and has rewatched it many times while Trevor is coming into the witness box for the very first time. We go through the memorable scenes and…

Apple’s new iPhone Air is the first smartphone to be shipped globally with eSIM compatibility only. Is this beginning of the end for physical SIM cards? The new iPhone Air has no slot for a physical SIM card so if you are planning to buy it and you’ve got a physical SIM card you’ll need to convert it to an eSIM. An eSIM is basically a built-in chip that can be imprinted with the information your SIM card holds and identify you on the cellular network. SIM stands for Subscriber Identification Module so when people dial your number the call…

Journey, a company known for its design-focused products, has just released it new VERSA trackable wallet series. The range includes two slim everyday wallets and a dedicated travel wallet that are trackable on Apple’s Find My network. They are made from quality leather material and are not only trackable but also MagSafe compatible. They also offer RFID blocking and can be recharged wirelessly. And the two everyday wallets can also double as iPhone stands. The new Journey wallets are the two versions of the LOC8 VERSA MagSafe Money Clip and Wallet Stand, the VERSA MagSafe Money Clip Wallet and Stand…

Join the Two Blokes Talking Tech – Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long – for Episode 699.99999 as they discuss all the latest Apple announcements including the iPhone Air, the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro. Stephen and Trevor go through the new Apple products in the order they were revealed – AirPods Pro 3, the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3 and then, course all the new iPhones – the iPhone 17, iPhone Air and the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. You can listen to show right…

Apple has just unveiled the new Apple Watch Series 11 which can now track your sleep more accurately and offer up to 24 hours of battery life. Also announced today was the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the Apple Watch SE 3. In some markets around the world, the new Apple Watch Series 11 feature that can detect hypertension – a side effect of high blood pressure – is waiting medical approval. Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch SE all go on sale on September 19. APPLE WATCH SERIES 11 Apple Watch series 11 has…

Apple has released the new AirPods Pro 3 which offers improved audio quality, better active noise cancellation (ANC), live translation and it now includes heart rate sensors to track your workouts. It has an updated design for an even more secure and comfortable fit that can handle all your activities and exercise. The AirPods Pro 3 have a new multi-port acoustic architecture which controls airflow and how it carries sound into your ear. The result is an improved spatial listening experience, better bass response and an even wider soundstage so you hear every note, every instrument and every vocal with…

Apple has delivered a solid upgrade with the new iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro which feature an upgraded design, improved camera systems, better performance and all-day battery life. The iPhone 17 Pro is made of aluminium and features the first iPhone unibody design with a completely re-engineered architecture to fit a new thermal system and the biggest battery ever included in an iPhone. The iPhone 17 has a contoured edge design and, like the iPhone 17 Pro, is coated with Ceramic Shield 2 to make it 3x more scratch resistant then last year’s iPhones. APPLE REVEALS THINNEST iPHONE EVER…

Apple has just unveiled its thinnest iPhone ever – the iPhone Air. It is just 5.6mm thick and weighs only 165g but it offers more durability than any previous iPhone along with powerful performance and all-day battery life. It is also the first time Apple has made an iPhone with no SIM card tray for the entire world. The iPhone Air will only work with an eSIM. iPhone Air will be available in four colours – Sky Blue, Light Gold cloud white and space black and will start at $1,799 dollars for the 256GB model. APPLE LAUNCHES REDESIGNED iPHONE 17…

Tech Guide got a chance to take a first look at Roborock’s new range of robot lawnmowers at IFA 2025 in Berlin. The company has taken the smarts of its robot vacuums outside to tackle your lawn. There are three new robot mowers in the range – the RockMow Z1, the RockMow S1 and the RockMow Neo Q1. The RockMow Z1 looks like a miniature Tesla Cybertruck. https://youtu.be/M6M485m61Ko?si=xu3YM_gcs-P9iFmy The Roborock stand in Berlin included an area meant to look like a grass yard complete with slopes and obstacles and pets to demonstrate the abilities of the new RockMow range. Like…

Tech Guide took a hands on look at the brand new ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 at the IFA 2025 tech show in Berlin. It has some of the most powerful features that have been packed into one stunning unit. One of the main new features is the PowerBoost technology which can charge the robot while it is cleaning the brushes. https://youtu.be/IENsk1I2NzA?si=Xle2kzqhzApKK0nx It’s a little bit like an F1 pit stop so the vacuum can run for longer and clean a wider area. And the robot’s not going to miss a thing thanks to the new TruEdge 3.0 Extreme Edge cleaning which…

Tune in to Tech Guide Episode 661 hosted by Stephen Fenech which is coming to you live from Berlin where we wrap up the IFA 2025 tech show. Samsung kick off the show by unveiling its new micro RGB backlight technology and showing its four pillar approach to Home AI – we speak to Phil Gaut, director for consumer electronics, Samsung Australia. We take a look at the new Roborock range of robot lawnmowers and swing by the ECOVACS stand where we take a hands on look at the new DEEBOT X11 and chat with Karen Powell, Director of ECOVACS…

Put your foot down and press play on the latest episode of Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast – with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week, Stephen and Trevor talk to an EV owner worried about range who went and got his battery tested, the result shocked him. We catch up with a man behind a business bringing power to people without the need for Diesel, and it’s quiet – using old electric car batteries. And Queen Penelope is back with some more thoughts and a story of how EV envy sold…

Samsung has showcased its vision for AI in the home at IFA 2025 in Berlin – and it’s already a reality for Australians who want to improve their lives, add convenience and efficiency, monitor their health, save money and stay safe. In Berlin, Samsung outlined its AI Home approach which it device into four pillars – ease, care, save and secure. These are the main areas where SmartThings, Samsung products and other smart device work together for our benefit. https://youtu.be/zC9kKWIUqY4?si=NuDK0HnfDSbMDXo2 Samsung is in a very strong position in the Home AI space – they have smart TVs, smart appliances and…

Hisense has announced it will continue as a major sponsor of the FIFA World Cup at the IFA 2025 tech trade show in Berlin where it also showcased its RGB MiniLED technology powering its latest televisions. Hisense has partnered with FIFA since 2018 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the latest partnership. At IFA 2025. Hisense is showcasing its 116-inch RGB-MiniLED TV UX it unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The technology means there are red, green and blue LEDs in the backlight instead of white which also required a quantum dot filter. With those…

Tineco, a leader in intelligent home appliances, has launched its next generation of smart cleaning products at the IFA 2025 tech show in Berlin. The company unveiled three new products – the Floor One S9 Scientist, the Floor One Station S9 Artist nine and the Pure One A90S. FLOOR ONE S9 SCIENTIST The S9 Scientist is the latest model in the company’s impressive wet dry vacuum mops which features a streak free capability the completely rids the surface of water so it’s completely dry after each pass. The Tineco iLoop technology can adjust suction power and water flow in real…

Belkin has launched a range of new charging products and upgraded its SoundForm audio range at the IFA 2025 show in Berlin. The new product range demonstrates the brand’s commitment to safety, performance and usability to deliver accessories that meet the needs of today’s devices and customers. Belkin puts its new charging products through a range of uncompromising safety tests while its audio products must pass 150 quality cheques to ensure the audio quality is up to standard along with frequency response and noise isolation. ULTRACHARGE MAGNETIC CHARGER 25W After the recent Qi2 25W certification, Belkin has introduced three new…

You’re going to need a bigger boat. This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re recasting Jaws to celebrate the 50 anniversary of the iconic films release. A great white shark has staked a claim off the holiday town Amity Island and the new police chief and the mayor are at odds on how to handle the situation. Stephen Fenech has seen this movie 50 times and takes first time watcher Trevor Long through the memorable scenes and share some interesting behind the scenes tidbits about the production, trivia, plot holes and other things you did not…

We’re coming to you live from Berlin for Episode 699 of Two Blokes Talking Tech with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week Stephen and Trevor are in Berlin for the biggest tech trade show in Europe – IFA 2025. What games are Samsung playing by launching the S25 FE smartphone now? Are they trying to take some attention away from Apple? What new appliances are coming and how does AI fit into all that? Age assurance – the Government says it works! But that’s BS says Trev and Arlo’s new Event Captions describing your videos,…

Samsung has unveiled breakthrough micro scale RGB backlight technology at IFA 2025 in Berlin that will set a new benchmark for colour accuracy, contrast and picture quality. Samsung’s micro RGB arranges controlled red, green and blue micro RGB LEDs. Each is less than 0.1mm in size and form an ultrafine pattern behind the panel. Unlike a regular Mini LED, Micro RGB is creating colour at the backlight level and so there is no need for a quantum dot filter because each red, green and blue RGB LED can be precision controlled. We looked at the new 115-inch micro RGB display…

The Lymow One – the world’s first all-terrain smart mower – will be unveiled at the IFA 2025 tech tradeshow in Berlin following a successful Kickstarter campaign. The unit has tank-like treads and has been designed to replace traditional lawn mowers with the ability to cover five times the area of regular robotic mowers. The Lymow One has a professional grade mulching system powered by a 1200W motor cutting at 6000RPM. With blade adjustments from 3cm to 10cm, the Lymow One can easily handle all types of grass. The device combines RTK and VSLAM for highly accurate and wire free…