Author: Stephen Fenech

Tune in to Episode 364 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, Apple has confirmed its September launch event – we talk about what we can expect to see, Samsung launches a display that’s as big as your wall and Dyson releases the Lightcycle task light that can imitate natural light and improve your wellbeing. In the Tech Guide reviews, we check out the Telstra locator so you won’t lose a thing, we roadtest the Synology 1019+…

Samsung has released yet another 5G smartphone – the Galaxy A90 5G – which is likely to be the company’s most affordable 5G device to date and continue the success of the popular A Series. The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has a large 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Infinity-U display and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 octa-core 5G mobile platform with up to 8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage and a microSD card slot to expand that memory even further. On the camera side, the Galaxy A90 5G will have a 48-megapixel main camera, 5-megapixel depth camera and an ultrawide 8-megapixel…

LG has fired a shot across the bow of other TV manufacturers with the introduction of its 8K TVs that the company claims is Australia’s first “real 8K” television. There are two LG 8K televisions to choose from – either an 88-inch LG Signature OLED (model 88Z9) and the 75-inch NanoCell 8K TV. These LG 8K TVs have also passed the resolution measurement criteria in the Information Display Measurements Standard (IDMS) which was established by the International Committee for Display Metrology (ICDM). What this standard points out is that the stated resolution of display does not depend only on meeting…

LG has released its first 8K TV – the 75-inch NanoCell 8K (SM99) – which offers the highest resolution possible on a TV which also carries over LG’s signature picture quality, accurate colour, connectivity and AI capabilities. Under the hood, the LG NanoCell technology offers wide viewing angles through the IPS (in-plane switching) panel so the picture quality is consistently high even if you’re sitting off to the side. The LG NanoCell 8K TV also includes Cinema HDR (high dynamic range) which can handle content with HDR10, HLG, Advanced HDR by Technicolour and Dolby Vision HDR. Also onboard is Dolby…

Australian Tesla drivers will soon be able to browse web, watch YouTube and even stream Netflix when a web browser is added to the system in the next over-the-air software update. Of course, the new browser and all its abilities, will only be accessible when the Tesla Model S, Model X and the new Model 3 in parked. A browser has been available on Tesla vehicles in the US for some time and it is now being offered to Australian owners for the first time. Anyone ordering their  own Tesla can use Tech Guide’s referral code to get free Supercharging for…

Apple has confirmed it will be holding a launch event on September to unveil the latest iPhone and outline its impressive entertainment package ahead of the launch of the Apple TV+ streaming service. Invitations went out to the media overnight with the words “By Innovation Only” under colourful and multilayered Apple logo. It also read: “Please join us for an Apple special event at the Steve Jobs Theatre  in Cupertino”. Apple is certain to unveil the latest iPhone – being referred to as the iPhone XI S and XI R – which will reportedly look the same as the iPhone…

The Ecovacs Robotics Deebot Ozmo 610 which sold out in minutes earlier this year will be returning to the ALDI Special Buys next week at the irresistible price of just $299. Ecovacs Robotics is the highest-selling robot brand in the world and its Deebot Ozmo 610 can both vacuum your carpets and also mop your floors. And it has been significantly discounted to be included in the ALDI Special Buys from September 4. The Deebot Ozmo 610 can schedule and monitor cleaning through the companion app and create an efficient cleaning path around your home. The unit has sensors to…

Dyson’s products can do everything from cleaning your home, drying your hair, drying your hands, purifying the air, keeping you cool and keeping you warm. Now the company is literally shedding light on a way for you to maintain your well-being and focus with the Dyson Lightcycle task light. Humans have evolved for more than 200,000 years and organised their activities around the daily cycle of natural light. As the sun made its way across the sky it created within us a body clock that governs when we wake, when we eat, when we work, when we play and when…

The Two Blokes Talking Tech – Stephen Fenech and Trevor Long – are back with Episode 402 of their popular podcast that takes a look at the biggest tech stories and products of the week. On this week’s show, the blokes share their verdicts on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, we take a look at the teeny weeny Palm smartphone and Stephen takes a drive in the Tesla Model 3. Also on the program, JBL’s new Link soundbar and Samsung launches The Wall Luxury display technology in Australia. You can listen to the…

Panasonic has just announced the Lumix S1H – the new full frame mirror-less cinema camera that is capable of capturing 6K and offering filmmakers never-before-seen flexibility. The Lumix S1H has a brand-new 24.2-megapixel full frame CMOS sensor (35.6mm x 23.8mm) which features dual native ISO technology to minimise noise and offer outstanding image quality. This cinema camera offers 6K full frame capture in 10-bit internally and enables higher quality 6K output which gives filmmakers the ability to crop pan or stabilise their footage in post-production and still maintain 4K resolution. The Lumix S1H adopts the new L Mount lens system…

Samsung has unveiled the future of immersive viewing with The Wall Luxury – a new generation of display technology which has a modular form factor that can be custom-designed for each customer. Samsung’s The Wall Luxury was on display at the Integrate technology expo which runs until August 29 in Melbourne. It uses micro LED panel technology which is now available in Australia for the first time. Because of its modular build, customers can come up with their own screen sizes and aspect ratio to suit their taste and their home. “Samsung Electronics has been at the forefront of the…

Wrap your ears around Episode 363 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast hosted by editor Stephen Fenech so you can stay updated and educated about the latest tech news and reviews. On this week’s show, Disney has outlined its streaming service and the content we’ll be able to enjoy on it, Dyson unveils a personal air-purifier fan and we get behind the wheel of the Tesla Model 3 which has finally hit Australian roads. In the Tech Guide reviews, we give our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10, we also check out the Bose Noise Cancelling 700 headphones and…

The Tesla Model 3 is about to hit Australian roads and Tech Guide got behind the wheel of the highly anticipated new electric vehicle with some drivers have been waiting more than three years to drive. Customer in the first wave of Model 3 deliveries put down a deposit as early as March 2016 sight unseen. https://youtu.be/4KiKF4-Ltlk Now their vehicles are finally arriving. We drove the Tesla Model 3 in Los Angeles so, of course, it was a left hand drive but it is otherwise identical to what we’ll see in Australia. It was the Performance dual-motor configuration that was…

Whenever Bose releases a new product it’s a pretty big deal. And when that product is a new pair of noise-cancelling headphones it’s an even bigger occasion. That new product is the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 – and we weren’t disappointed. The Bose headphones have had a complete overhaul in terms of look and feel, design, audio quality and noise cancellation. And there is an all-new voice isolating technology so you can be clearly heard on your calls even in the most noisy environments. Bose has led the way over the years with its QC (Quiet Comfort) noise cancelling headphones…

When it comes to smartphones, Samsung just keeps raising the bar every time it releases a new device. Case in point – the new Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ which combines design, power, performance and features like no other device the company has ever produced. The Note 10 is a flagship powerhouse designed for power users. The Samsung Note users are an extremely loyal bunch and they will no doubt have their eye on the new smartphone which is a solid upgrade from last year’s Note 9. The Galaxy Note 10 has a fresh and exciting new design, a…

Kick off your weekend with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long – the Two Blokes Talking Tech – for Episode 401 as they discuss the week’s biggest stories. On this week’s show, Disney announces the Australian launch date of its streaming service as Australians embrace more than one SVOD, Vivo launches in Australia with the S1 smartphone, Telstra expands its 5G foot print and Dyson launches the Pure Cool Me personal purifier. The blokes also discuss the new Google Great Sporting Land experience, tips for parents with kids who play online and our minute reviews of the…

Samsung has expanded its range of curved gaming monitors to offer an even richer and more immersive experience for gamers and hopefully give them an edge over the competition. Samsung has just launched the 49-inch CRG9 and the 27-inch CRG5 – the latter actually happens to be the world’s first 240Hz curve gaming monitor. The 49-inch CRG9 is powered by Samsung’s QLED display technology with a resolution of 5120 x 1440 which delivers remarkable detail in every frame in an enormous widescreen experience. With a 120Hz screen refresh rate and the AMD Freesync 2, you’ll get much smoother gameplay. While…

Sport is part of our history and our culture and Google has launched a dedicated celebration called Great Sporting Land which will allow you to look back at the people and events of our colourful sporting past. Google Arts & Culture has launched Great Sporting Land – an online sporting exhibition which includes more than 11,000 archived images and videos along with more than 100 original stories from over 30 partners including the Melbourne Cricket Club, Australian Football League, Bondi Surf Lifesaving and the National Portrait Gallery. Google has travelled to sporting institutions across Australia to capture more than 200…

Vivo has made a bold entry into the Australian market with a powerful, yet affordable smart phone – the S1 – which offers an impressive design, finish and features normally found in flagship devices that are more than twice the price. Vivo is aiming the product at young and dynamic customers who are seeking sophisticated craftsmanship and top shelf features. The engineers who designed the S1 wanted to create a unique look and adopted new colour production techniques to make it a reality. The rear panel has a premium colour gradient which seamlessly moves from blue to purple when light…

Storage and back-up have become two indispensable parts of our life and the new Synology DS1019+ NAS (network attached storage) can easily find a place in our homes, offices and small businesses. The scalable five-bay NAS can be used for storing all your digital files and precious memories and can also act as your personal cloud. The connected device can also provide a back-up for your files and also be used as a digital content library to stream content within your home network as well as access content and files from outside as well. There are five bays to fit…