Author: Stephen Fenech

Apple has released a new music video from The Weeknd recorded in Apple Immersive – a remarkable 180-degree media format that can be viewed exclusively on Apple Vision Pro. The Weeknd: Open Hearts Is an ultra-high resolution immersive video with spatial audio that puts viewers right in the heart of the action. https://youtu.be/RvxBS9ZeJLQ?si=8JhCXfYmwrsDBDUq In the video, viewers go on a sonic voyage with the award-winning artist as he ventures through a dreamlike cityscape. The video can be viewed on Apple Vision Pro for free with the Apple TV app or by booking an Apple Vision Pro demo at your local…

LG could be making a shock comeback to the smartphone market with rumours the South Korean electronics giant is working on a foldable device. Information obtained and shared by MSPowerUser shows LG has filed a patent in June 2024 that shows the company may be returning to the mobile phone market following its shock departure from the category in 2021. The patent centres around and a new type of foldable display that is more durable and is better for folding. The US Patent and Trademark office published the 14 page document from LG in October 2024 and it focuses on…

We travel a lot and we rarely check in a bag. On our most recent trip to the US last week we took the new July Carry On Pro which has a front pocket to store a laptop and tablet. The July Carry On Pro, priced at $395, is made from an aerospace grade polycarbonate shell which makes the bag both strong and lightweight at 3.9kg. It has a capacity of 42L and is 55cm tall, 38.5cm wide and 21.5cm deep. The stylish July Carry On Pro also has an ejectable battery with USB and fast charge USB-C for those…

BMW is one of the most well-known German companies in the world but there’s a good chance the BMWs you see on the road today were built in a small town called Spartanburg in South Carolina. And Tech Guide got a chance to take a look inside and see how the BMW X3, X4, X5, X6, X7 and XM models are built. https://youtu.be/W5PIWaNn4Jk?si=Fb4hT8GHoOpzMw7Y The BMW Group’s Plant Spartanburg was opened 30 years ago and over that time it has expanded to more than 745,000 square metres. BMW Manufacturing has invested more than $US13bn into the plant since it broke ground…

This is the Virginia Jean with an SOS call! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen we’re watching All Is Lost starring Robert Redford and released in 2013. All Is Lost tells the story of a man alone on a yacht who fights to survive on the open sea against hazards and the weather. Stephen didn’t see All Is Lost in the cinema but he has watched several times and Trevor is getting onboard for the first time. We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting facts, behind the scenes tidbits, trivia, fact v fiction and…

The BMW Group has unveiled two new vehicles – the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and the Mini Cooper Convertible – both with distinct character, design and features to offer an elevated driving experience. BMW Group made the reveal at a special event in South Carolina. Both vehicles will go on sale in Australia in early 2025. BMW 2 SERIES GRAN COUPE The new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is the second generation of the four door model and includes enhanced suspension and automated technology for driving and parking. The vehicle is equipped with BMW iDrive with QuickSelect which offers…

Get in the car with Episode 659 of the 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 releases of the week. This week’s episode was recorded in the back of a BMW X5 on a drive from Charlotte airport in North Carolina to Greenville in South Carolina – a trip that took an hour and 35 minutes. Stephen and Trevor are in the US for a special BMW event and factory – you’ll hear about the announcements in the coming days and months. On…

A lot of our favourite devices and toys run on AA and AAA batteries and constantly replacing them can not only be expensive but also add more e-waste to landfill. That’s where the new rechargeable batteries from ReChargeCore come in – a smart and eco-friendly new solution from ChargeCore. ChargeCore is a sub brand of trusted Australian consumer tech company Laser which has been bringing affordable technology to Australians for more than 36 years Available in AA or AAA battery types, the ReChargeCore batteries are fully rechargeable through the built in USB C port with the included cable. They are…

Belkin has released an updated range of SoundForm audio solutions which deliver high quality sound, impressive design, sustainable manufacturing and affordable pricing. These new models are led by the SoundForm ClearFit open ear wireless earbuds which offer great sound while keeping you aware of your surroundings. Every SoundForm product goes through 150 quality tests at Belkin’s global headquarters in California. The SoundForm range is grounded with the Belkin Signature Sound with deep balanced bass, clear vocals and crisp treble. The new range are mostly made from post-consumer recycled plastics. SOUNDFORM CLEARFIT – $89.95 The open ear earphones are sweat resistant…

Australian company Rode has unveiled a new pocket-sized microphone system – the Wireless Micro – which provides high quality audio for smartphone content creators. Rode has been leading the way with high quality wireless microphones and introduced the world’s first compact wireless microphone system with the Wireless GO. But the new Wireless Micro is reinventing the space once again to enhance smartphone content creation with Rode’s wireless audio technology and quality. The Rode Wireless Micro is small enough to fit in your pocket and includes two tiny microphones and a receiver which can connect directly to your smartphone port without…

Go to the top of the class with Episode 620 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: Samsung is rumoured to be working on a tri-fold smartphone, Arlo releases the new Wired Floodlight Smart Camera and the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro has landed. In the Tech Guide reviews, we check out the new Mac Mini and tell you why it’s the Yoda of the Mac line up, we also test the new MacBook Pro with M4 and…

Get in the fast lane and 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, Stephen shares a story after getting his Mercedes Benz EV serviced – did he pay for an oil change for his electric car? We talk to Emma Suttcliffe from EVFireSafe about their work training our first responders and looking at the real data about EV Battery fires. We also talk to callers including Jeremy who wants an EV – so he wonders on…

Rumours are building that electronics giant Samsung will produce a tri-fold smartphone in 2025 like the stunning Huawei Mate XT which was revealed in September. According to reports from the site MSPowerUser, Samsung filed a patent back in July 2021 which was published by the US Patent Office in early November 2024. It has sketches of the proposed product which includes a new flexible and durable display with two hinges. This means the device can be opened like a book, like Samsung’s current Galaxy Z Fold6, with another section of the screen able to be unfolded to form a much…

The Mac mini is like the Yoda of Apple’s line-up of computers – small but incredibly powerful. As Yoda the wise and diminutive Jedi Master said: “Size matters not. Judge me by my size do you?” You can say precisely the same thing about Apple’s latest M4 tiny but mighty computer. So to complete the analogy the new Apple M4 is the computing version of the Force – it can empower you to do some amazing things. The Mac mini is less than half the size of the previous model and measures 12.7cm x 12.7cm – now that’s what you…

There’s all this dough see, buried under a big W! 350 G’s!! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World released in 1963 and starring some of the biggest names in comedy ever assembled on the big screen. It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World tells the story of the madcap chase to find a fortune revealed by a career criminal in his dying words after a horrific car crash. Stephen watched It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World as a kid on TV and has since rewatched the…

Do yourself the biggest favour and listen to Episode 658 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. Stephen and Trevor unpack the best advice for you this sales season ahead of Black Friday and Christmas and take look at the worst smartphone habits – are you guilty of these. We also discuss the new espresso Display and Stand+ from the Aussie company, JBL’s outstanding new Tour Pro 3 earphones and smart case and the future of TV is discussed. You can listen or the watch show right here on the…

The PlayStation 5 Pro console is now on sale with the promise of taking your gaming to the next level. Tech Guide has just received the PS5 Pro and it has a slick design that’s noticeably smaller than the original PS5. It has an impressive polished outer shell and can be rested either on its side or on a stand (available as extra cost). The PS5 Pro is priced at $1199.95 and has a range of new features to enrich your gaming experience. Under the hood is a 2TB solid state drive and it includes a single DualSense wireless controller.…

Just when you thought the MacBook Pro couldn’t get any better, Apple has released the brand new 14-inch and 16-inch models running the latest M4 family of Apple’s very own silicon. Tech Guide reviewed the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the base M4 chip. Our review model had the M4 with 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16GB unified memory and a 1TB SSD drive. It also includes the new Nano-texture display which greatly reduced annoying glare and reflection. This configuration of the 14-inch MacBook Pro is priced at $3,029. The 14-inch MacBook Pro starts at $2,499. On the design side the new…

Leading home security brand Arlo has launched its new Wired Floodlight Camera to offer uninterrupted protection and high visibility to guard your home day and night. With a direct power source, the Wired Floodlight Camera will work 24/7 and offer a complete security experience. The Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera will be available from November 11 in black or white and will be priced at $249. The Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera has 2K resolution wall offering an ultra-bright 2000 lumens of light to protect your home and other outdoor spaces especially at night. The product includes articulating lights which can be…

Throughout history, specific malware incidents have caused significant financial losses and reshaped cybersecurity practices and policies. This article explores vital malware attacks that changed the cybersecurity landscape forever, highlighting their impacts and lessons learned. 1. ILOVEYOU Worm: A Love Letter Gone Wrong The ILOVEYOU worm, which emerged in May 2000, is one of the most infamous malware incidents in history. This simple yet devastating computer worm spread through email, disguised as a love letter with the subject line “ILOVEYOU.” Once opened, the worm overwrote files and sent copies of itself to all contacts in the victim’s address book, according to…