Author: Stephen Fenech

Tile was one of the original trackers we used to locate our bags, keys, wallets and other valuables and it has just updated its entire range. There are now Tile trackers that are designed to suit multiple uses and different items. Tech Guide looked at four different Tile products – Tile Pro, Tile Mate, Tile Slim and Tile Sticker. Tile uses Bluetooth for connection and location and if an item is lost its location will be updated when another Bluetooth device comes near it. But there are also useful when you need to find the remote or your keys in…

Now, sink into the floor! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen we’re watching Get Out starring Daniel Kaluuya and Alison Williams and written and directed by Jordan Peele. Get Out tells the story of talented black photographer Chris who goes to his white girlfriend Rose’s parents’ country estate – and things are not as they seem. Stephen has watched Get Out several times while Trevor – who initially thought the movie was a reference to Elaine’s catch phrase on Seinfeld – is watching it for the first time. We go through the memorable scenes and share some…

The Fetch TV home entertainment platform has been updated with a new user interface to make finding and enjoy your content even faster and easier. The new UX has a slick new look and has been designed for more intuitive navigation whether you’re watching one of the many available TV channels, streaming a series or movie or browsing the store to rent or buy a movie. The goal was to help users spend less time searching for their content and more time enjoying it. “We are incredibly excited to introduce this transformative UX update to our customers,” said Dominic Arena,…

Start your long weekend with Episode 679 of the Two Blokes Talking Podcast with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and Val Quinn from Gadget Guy who is stepping in while Trevor Long enjoys a well-earned break. This week: Trump’s tariffs – what does it mean for the tech world – who are the winners and losers, mid-tier smartphone wars – we talk about the latest releases, what we can expect from this year’s TVs, our thoughts on the latest smart appliances and parent tracking to help us care for the elderly. You can listen to the show right here on…

Internet security company Norton has warned Australians to be on the lookout for a wave of scams ahead of the federal election that look to take advantage of the heightened political atmosphere to target unsuspecting victims This follows what happened in the lead up to the US Presidential election when more than half of Americans (56 per cent) were the target of election related scams that included fake polls, deep fake impersonations and bogus donation requests. Norton says Australia could be next. Already this year one in three Australians have been targeted by a scam and the election window offers…

Home security brand Uniden has partnered with Sydney-based EV charging platform ivygo to offer a safer and smarter community charging experience. ivygo is like AirBNB for your home charger with the platform allowing owners to share their private chargers with other EV drivers. In the partnership, Uniden will offer its award-winning security cameras and dash cams with ivygo’s peer-to-peer charging network and allow hosts to protect their chargers and allow drivers to feel more secure on the road and while they are charging. ivygo gives EV drivers the opportunity to charge their vehicles at a nearby home or business wherever…

Navman has unveiled its 2025 range of dash cams which includes the first ever three camera system – the MiVue True 4K PRO Surround – which can cover the front, back and sides of your vehicle. The new Navman range also incorporates the MiVue True 4K and MiVue True 4K DC, the MiVue 270 Safety and the MiVue Rider DC Helmet Camera for motorcyclists. The Navman MiVue True 4K PRO Surround ($529) offers a complete picture when you’re driving with front and rear coverage and now with a view of each side of your vehicle. The cameras are housed in…

Get in the zone and take a listen to Episode 640 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast hosted by editor Stephen Fenech who keeps you updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and product reviews. On this week’s show: We’ve witnessed an amazing Masters Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club which is a smartphone free zone, why an Australian man owes his life to his Apple Watch and JBL unveils its latest flagship headphones with a handy new feature. In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a look at the new Google Pixel 9a smartphone, Apple’s AirPods…

Power – it’s something we always need for our devices but often we need it on the go which is where the new Belkin BoostCharge Power Bank 20K comes in handy. Priced at $99.95, the Belkin BoostCharge Power Bank 20K – as its name suggests – has 20,000mAh capacity which is enough to recharge your smartphone four times. It can charge an iPhone 16 Pro from 0-50 per cent in 26 minutes. The new Power Bank also has 30W output so it’s no sweat charging three devices at the same time. There is a built-in USB-C cable so you don’t…

Australian company espresso Displays has just launched its new 15 Pro portable monitor – a serious upgrade with premium build quality, improved brightness and with even more energy efficiency. Tech Guide has been using the sleek new 15 Pro for a few weeks and it has become an essential part of our daily workflow. We mainly use our laptop to write our stories and reviews and we use the 15 Pro and attach it magnetically to the Stand+ to position the monitor directly above our MacBook Air’s screen. This way we can place the document we’re on the 15 Pro…

Buckle up and take a listen to the latest episode of the popular show Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast – with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week on the show, we’re back behind the wheel of some great cars with more to come. Plus we hear from Jamie who didn’t just get an EV, he’s gone all in – he may be our spirit leader in the world of EV. https://youtu.be/qnQ9_CxtNaM?si=QRvKhfQsRIuXcftp And Ian calls back after taking the plunge and trading the Prado for a BMW EV. If you’ve got a…

The Google Pixel 9a is the just right affordable smartphone which ticks the boxes in terms of display, camera and battery life. It’s an attractive package. The Pixel 9a has taken a departure from the typical design language of the Pixel series with flatter edges and more compact shape. It is also tougher with a sturdy metal frame with IP68 protection for water and dust resistance. The first time we saw the Google Pixel 9a we couldn’t help but compare it to the iPhone it has the same rounded corners and flat edges. But as they say – imitation is…

Smokin!!! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen we’re watching The Mask starring Jim Carrey in the role that helped launch his career. The Mask tells the story of Stanley Ipkiss – a push over bank who finds a mysterious mask that unlocks a whole new larger and louder side of himself. Stephen watched The Mask in the theatre ands has rewatched it a few times while Trevor is watching the movie for the very first time. We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits, trivia, fact v fiction and other…

Stay in the know with Episode 678 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long as they dissect the week’s biggest tech stories and product releases. This week: Samsung has doubled down on it new 2025 OLED range, taking LG head on in the TV wars for this year. Trevor and Stephen check out the new top of the line models with AI features and a glare free screen. Trev’s got his hands on the Samsung S25 Edge model to compare just how thin it is with the rumoured iPhone 17…

JBL has given Tech Guide a sneak peek at its latest flagship product – the Tour One M3 headphones – which deliver JBL’s signature high audio quality along with some compelling new features. The JBL Tour One M3 headphones go on sale on July 1 and will be priced at $549. We were given early access to the companion app which unlocks some features as well as helping you refine the excellent active noise cancellation and make other tweaks. The headphones themselves are not too big but they have still made room for the solid 40mm Mica Dome drivers. While…

Apple has released a software update for the AirPods Max that now brings lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio to the headphones. With the included USB-C to USB-C cable with the latest version of AirPods Max listeners can connect the cable between the headphones and their iPhone, iPad or Mac and enjoy the highest quality audio 24-bit, 48kHz lossless audio. And you can really hear the difference. There’s an added layer of depth and quality at every level and a nice improvement in the bass. But you need to have the cable connection between the headphones and your device because…

An Australian man owes his life to his Apple Watch after getting into trouble in rough seas near Byron Bay and using the device to make an emergency SOS call and sharing his precise location. Rick Shearman had been body surfing at Broken Head Beach off the NSW North Coast near Byron Bay on July 13, 2024 when he was dragged out 1.6km into rough seas by a rip. Shearman was caught in the growing swell with waves crashing on him one after the other. He was treading water to keep his head above water but he was cramping up…

Samsung has released its largest range of OLED TVs ever with impressive new features and AI along with a variety of sizes between 42-inches and 83-inches. Tech Guide has already looked at the top of the line S95F models in our recent review. But customers now have a wider choice of models in three separate ranges – S85F, S90F and S95F. The S85F range of Samsung OLEDs are available in four screen sizes – 55, 65, 77 and 83-inch. In the S90F series the screen choices are 42, 48, 55, 65, 77 and 83-inch while the top of the line…

Make the right move and press play on Episode 639 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: Microsoft has launched new Copilot features to make it more useful and personalised, Netgear has released the Orbi 870 Mesh System and the new international eSIM plans with unlimited data. In the Tech Guide reviews – we take a look at the new Samsung S95F OLED TVs, we also check out the IonMax+ Pro air purifier and why you need…

Mastercard has laid out a bold plan that will transform the way we make payments including introducing biometric checkouts and numberless cards The company’s five year vision will address emerging threats, improve security and make the transactions frictionless. According to a AusPayNet, card related fraud in Australia reached nearly $1 billion in 2024. “This vision underscores Mastercard’s commitment to collaborating with our partners to bring the very latest in simple, secure, and seamless payment innovations to Australians around the country,” said Richard Wormald, division president, Australasia at Mastercard. “By ensuring that our technology evolves to meet both current and emerging…