Author: Stephen Fenech

Segway has expanded its line-up of electric kick scooters with four new models to its micromobility range with something for entry-level commuters and high performance off-road riders. The new models include the GT3, Max G3, F3 Pro and F3 which offer new smart technologies and safety features. “Our third-generation models bring together the very best Segway features from our impressive smart technology and safety features to our premium user-friendly design,” said Gino Casha, Head of Segway Australia. “With more Australians looking for electric transport options our next generation of eKickScooters offer high-quality design and smart features that will cater to…

Apple has rolled out a major update in Apple Maps which will now display Indigenous lands in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Apple has also announced new initiatives with remote communities to improve education standards while still preserving local cultures. The company is also expanding the Apple Foundation Programme to provide opportunities for students to learn coding and pursue a career in the growing app economy. “We’ve had teams in Australia and New Zealand for over 40 years, and we’re thrilled to deepen our relationships here and bring new opportunities to communities across both countries,” said Alisha Johnson Wilder, Apple’s…

Ring has announced a powerful new AI feature which gives users the ability to quickly search and find specific videos captured by their doorbells and cameras. Smart Video Search Is an advanced AI feature powered by Ring IQ which uses Visual Language Modelling (VLM) to match text to images and quickly display the result. For example, instead of scrolling through endless amounts of footage to find the video of your garbage bins being knocked over, the possum in your backyard, the stray dog in your driveway or to find out who ate your food – you simply search for what you’re…

Apple has confirmed it will kick off its 2025 Worldwide Developer Conference 2025 on June 9 (June 10 AEST time) With apple expected to unveil updated operating systems for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro and Apple TV. WWDC will be an online event open to all developers for free but Apple will also hold a special in-person event for selected developers and students at Apple Park. Developers and students can apply for a special event pass to attend the event through Apple’s website here. Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is where we get the first glimpse of the…

Disney+ today activated the ESPN hub on the platform in Australia and New Zealand with more than 10,000 hours of live sport at your fingertips through the streaming service. Today ESPN becomes the latest tile subscribers will find on the platform’s home page alongside Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and Star. The new ESPN hub on Disney+ includes two live ESPN channels so viewers can enjoy favourites like SportsCenter, The Pat McAfee Show, NBA today and First Take. There are also live events, on demand replays and iconic programmes including ESPN’s award-winning catalogue of 30 for 30 films.…

Apple has released a significant software update for the AirPods Pro 2 which unlocks new features including turning the popular earphones into a clinical grade hearing aid. With this update, it is now possible for customers to use the AirPods Pro 2 to take a scientifically validated hearing test, protect themselves from loud noises and to use it as a hearing aid. The World Health Organisation says approximately 1.5 billion people around the world are living with some degree of hearing loss. And the effects could impact a person’s general wellbeing and lead to an increased risk of social isolation…

Get ahead of the game and take a listen to Episode 637 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast so you can stay updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and product reviews. On this week’s show: Find out the common scam that is fooling one in seven people – and the tips to avoid becoming a victim. Google has revealed the latest and more affordable Pixel smartphone, and we set up the new Hisense C2 Ultra projector. In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a look at two different smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the new Nothing…

When are earphones not really earphones? When the audio is produced by sending vibrations through your ear cartilage – that’s what the Audio Technica ATH-CC500BT2 does. The Audio Technica ATH-CC500BT2 are cartilage conductor headphones and offer crisp and clear audio through vibrations. These vibrations still make it through to your ear drum so you can still hear the audio. Audio Technica has enhanced and significantly improved its auditory technology to offer a completely open ear solution while still delivering all the features you’ve come to expect from a pair of headphones. The Next Generation Vibration Drivers onboard ensures enhanced audio…

Fasten your seatbelts and press play on the latest episode of the popular show Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast – with EFTM’s Trevor Long and Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech. This week BYD responds to the issues raised on our show regarding BYD Atto 3 vehicles not charging at V3/V4 Tesla Superchargers. We meet a man about to pick up his BYD Shark Ute and he’s keen as mustard and we talk to a KIA Niro owner who kissed the Toad and loves it! If you’ve got a question about EVs or you want to be…

New research from Vodafone has uncovered a most common scam that is fooling one in seven respondents and resulting in the loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars. According to a study by Vodafone one in seven respondents have been a victim of the Hi Mum/Hi Dad scam in the past year. The scammers imitate a son or daughter either by text or a messaging app like WhatsApp saying they have lost or broken their phone and need money urgently to either buy a new device or pay an urgent bill. School holidays are just around the corner and Vodafone…

Samsung has set a new and higher standard for mid-tier smartphones with the release of the Galaxy A56 5G which is packed with features and AI you’d expect to find on a more expensive flagship device. Priced at $699 (128GB storage) and $799 (256GB), the Galaxy A56 offers remarkable quality and value. It has a simple yet sleek design with a metal frame and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus along with IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. In the hand, the Galaxy A56 certainly feels premium with great build quality. The side buttons are all located high on the right…

The new smartphones from UK tech company Nothing – the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro – are impressive mid-tier devices that offer a unique look and feel. The smartphones feel solid in your hand and have what looks like a transparent rear panel and decent camera bumps. There’s no other smartphones that look like them. One thing we found with buttons located on either side was that it was easy to accidentally press something while you were handling the phone. It took a little while to get used to gripping the device from the lower half to avoid any…

Integrating cloud-based software has transformed how field service businesses operate. With the ability to manage larger teams and serve more customers, companies are discovering newfound efficiency. Accessibility remains a significant advantage of cloud solutions, enabling employees to access critical data anytime, anywhere. Data security is strong, with robust encryption and regular backups, ensuring that sensitive information stays protected against breaches. Scalability allows businesses to grow without worrying about infrastructure limitations. As your team expands or customer demands increase, cloud software adjusts seamlessly. This article explores how integrating cloud-based software can drive scalable operations in business, especially in the field service…

Hasta la Vista, baby! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Terminator 2: Judgment Day starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and written and directed by James Cameron. Terminator 2 is the big budget sequel to the original Terminator but this time out the T-800 (Schwarzenegger) has been sent back through time to protect John Connor, who is now 10, against a superior Terminator – the liquid metal T-1000. Stephen watched Terminator 2 in the cinema and has enjoyed every version ever produced ever since multiple times while Trevor is experiencing Judgment Day for the first time. We…

Stay in touch with Episode 675 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with EFTM’s Trevor Long and Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech as they go through the week’s biggest tech stories and product launches. On this week’s show: It’s TV season and this year’s TV models have hit the market with LG first out of the blocks, while Samsung has dropped their OLED. Meanwhile the MAX pricing is out, and it’s not cheap and Hisense and Epson have new projectors to put your content on the big screen while Netgear has an affordable Wi-Fi 7 router and our thoughts…

If you want to organise your keys and be able to track them down if you misplace them then you need the Journey LOC8 Motion Key Organiser. Journey, known for creating stylish products that are extremely functional, has delivered once again with the trackable LOC8 Motion Key Organiser. It can hold up to six keys which can be installed inside the holder and then, when needed, they can be flipped out to insert into locks. Having your keys inside the organiser means they’re shaking and jingling and they won’t scratch other items in your pocket like your smartphone. There is…

Leading smart home security brand are low has released its latest security camera accessory – the Arlo Universal Solar Panel which will work with even more are cameras and floodlights to ensure continuous power and security. Priced at $89, the Arlo Universal Solar Panel makes it even easier to choose the right solar accessory by including multiple connectors so you get the perfect fit for your Arlo cameras. This means it will work with the Arlo Essential series, Go 2 series, Pro 3 Series and above along with Ultra series and Wireless Floodlights The Arlo Universal Solar Panel is about…

Google has revealed the new and more affordable Pixel 9a smartphone which has a new sleeker design, an improved camera and the built in Gemini AI assistant. It will be priced from $849 and will go on sale through Google’s retail partners in early April. The device has a 6.3 inch Actua display and is housed in a tough metal frame with IP68 protection for water and dust resistance. It has a more streamlined look with flat edges and the usually prominent camera bump is now mostly absorbed into the body of the device and housed inside a small dome.…

Samsung has announced the pricing and availability of its 2025 range of OLED TVs – the third generation of the OLED series which offer improved display innovation and large screen sizes. There are three models in the lineup – the S85F, S90F and the S95F – with each available in both 83-inch and 77-inch sizes. The Samsung OLED S95F will be available at 83-inch for the first time. The 83-inch and 77-inch Samsung OLED S95F TV’s will include the new OLED Glare-free technology which allows customers to enjoy the quality, contrast, brighter brights and deeper blacks in any room of…

LG has revealed the pricing and availability of its 2025 range of televisions which include the flagship OLED evoM5 and G5 TVs along with a line-up of more affordable OLEDs and the QNED evo range featuring LG’s NanoCell technology. LG has been the global number one OLED TV brand since 2013 and it continues to innovate with its latest LG OLED evo technology. The OLED evo range is powered by the A11 AI processor Gen 2 and uses AI to optimise picture and sound quality while delivering even higher brightness levels. This year LG TVs offers their own concept of…