Author: Stephen Fenech

Lend us your ears for Episode 640 of the Two Blokes Talking Tech podcast with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long as they go through the biggest tech stories and product launches of the week. On this week’s show – the Olympics are just around the corner and what better time is there to upgrade your TV – we share our tips on what you can buy and when the bargains will land. Copilot+ PCs are in the market and we share our first impressions, Motorola releases the razr 50 ultra and gets ahead of the new…

DJI, a company we know for its amazing drones and cameras, has lent its tech expertise to help launch a new electric mountain bike powered by a new DJI drive system. The Amflow PL is a new e-bike with the DJI Avinox with 850W of peak power yet still weighing in at an ultralight 19.2kg. It is a full power eMTB with an ultralight carbon fibre frame that tips the scales at just 2.27kg. And at the heart of the Amflow PL is the DJI Avinox drive system which combines multiple technologies in both software and hardware design. The unit…

TCL has brought remarkable new screen technology to its latest TCL 40 NXTPAPER smartphone which offers added eye comfort for easier viewing for longer periods. TCL introduced its NXTPAPER technology a few years ago on its range of tablets and it has now brought that innovation to its smartphone lineup. It’s called NXTPAPER because the screen offers a paper-like texture and less reflection and glare. The LCD display is made up of multiple layers and has a low blue light certification from TUVRheinland. The TCL 40 NXTPAPER has a 6.78-inch FHD+ NXTPAPER display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It has…

Get in the groove with Episode 607 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 has confirmed a launch event in Paris – what can we expect to see? Rumours are swirling ahead of the release of a 10th anniversary Apple Watch and Telstra reveals how scammers are trying to catch you off guard. In the Tech Guide reviews, JBL has released the new SoundGear Frames Audio Sunglasses, we take a look at the Roborock S8 MaxV…

Respected consumer electronics brand Belkin is celebrating a significant milestone – hitting the one million sales mark globally for its kids headphones range. The kids headphones have been one of the most popular products for Belkin thanks to its impressive design, high quality audio and sound safety to protect young ears. Belkin expanded its audio range significantly in the last few years and have created the high quality SoundForm line of products in conjunction with seasoned acoustic engineers at its global headquarters in El Segundo, California. “I’m thrilled to see the growth of our kids’ audio line,” said Steve Malony,…

Punch it into gear and get listening to the very latest episode of the popular show Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast with Tech Guide’s Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week, Stephen and Trevor talk to more owners – including Malcolm who bought a Model Y – but don’t call it a Toad. Also on the line is Brendan who talks about his recent EV purchase and Penelope who has probably done more EV research than anyone else who’s been on the show. If you’ve got a question about EVs or you want to talk…

The Beats Solo headphones are popular on-ear wireless headphones and the latest version – the Beats Solo 4 – are a welcome update to enjoy your audio content in high quality on the move. The Beat Solo 4 headphones, priced at $329, have maintained their minimal and slick design that has been extremely popular with customers. For our review we received the black pair which have a nice matte finish with brushed metal styling on the headband. The iconic Beats logo are on the outside of each ear cup so it’s clear to others what brand you’re wearing. They offer…

You don’t have to lift a finger with the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum and mop – it is a powerful and reliable system that can reach places that previous models couldn’t. Tech Guide set up the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra on the lower floor of our two-storey home which is a combination of carpet, mats and a tiled floor – a perfect match for the robot. The S8 MaxV Ultra has had several improvements across the board including a Flexi Arm which extends the side brush into corners. It can sweep up dirt as close as 1.68mm from…

King Kong ain’t got shit on me! This week on The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen podcast we’re watching Training Day starring Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke. Training Day tells the story Alonzo Harris – a veteran Los Angeles narcotics detective who starts training rookie officer Jake Hoyt om what will become an action-packed day that will test their resolve and bring their ethics into question. Stephen watched Training Day at the movies and has rewatched it regularly ever since while Trevor is the rookie watching for the first time. We go through the memorable scenes and share some interesting…

Start your weekend with Two Blokes Talking Tech – Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long – for Episode 639 as they dissect the week’s biggest tech stories and product releases. On this week’s show – the real story behind Meta’s AI discussions with Apple, the world most popular YouTuber Mr Beast takes over Sydney, Rayban’s smartglasses get smarter, Samsung’s huge 98-inch TV at a bargain price and a look back at the real reason behind the Optus data breach in 2022. https://youtu.be/sa0wKaTI-CY?si=vbT_3NjfdDKkhPSQ You can listen or the watch show right here on Tech Guide site using the…

From today Australians can pre-order the new Apple Vision Pro ahead of its official release for customers in Apple Stores on July 12. From 10pm today customers can pre-order the Apple Vision Pro which starts at $5,999. Australia will join Canada, France, Germany and the United Kingdom as the latest countries to receive Apple’s new spatial computer. Apple Vision Pro also went on sale today in mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore. “The enthusiasm for Apple Vision Pro has been extraordinary, and we are thrilled to introduce the magic of spatial computing to more customers around the world,” said…

Scammers are a shrewd bunch. New research from Telstra has shown cyber criminals are more likely to target Australians early in the morning and on weekends when we aren’t fully alert. Cyber experts have observed these trends after looking at the millions of SMS messages that were blocked in 2022 and 2023. Telstra found on average 11 per cent more scams on Fridays and Saturdays than any other day. The day by day breakdown shows Tuesday and Thursday were the next most popular days with Sunday being the quietest day. Scammers also target Australians between 1am and 4am which Telstra…

Apple is rumoured to be working on a special 10th anniversary edition of Apple Watch which will feature a larger 2-inch display. This will make it bigger than the Apple Watch Ultra.  The Apple Watch Series 10 could be called Apple Watch X and feature a thinner design yet with a larger 2-inch display. The latest Apple Watch is expected to be announced alongside the iPhone 16 in mid-September and will go on sale at the end of September. CAD renders from 91mobiles were sent to Tech Guide and show a larger 2-inch display. If this is accurate it will…

Leading audio brand JBL has just released its first audio sunglasses – the JBL SoundGear Frames – which blends sleek design and style with high quality personal audio. JBL has brought its iconic listening experience to the SoundGear Frames to make it even easier to add high-fidelity audio to your day – and to do it in style. https://youtu.be/uqE8n_f9WmY?si=83lSBCUjXxINT3Q8 “JBL has been at the forefront of sound for 78 years and with SoundGear Frames, we merge that heritage with cutting-edge design,” said Marcus Fry, General Manager, Consumer Audio, AUNZ. “These glasses aren’t just stylish, they also revolutionise the way you…

Motorola has announced the new Motorola razr 50 ultra – it’s all-new folding phone with the largest external display you’ll find on any phone of its kind. Due for release on July 17, the Motorola razr 50 ultra has a large 4-inch external display so you can easily access apps and features including accessing photos and navigating your music. On the inside is a huge 6.9-inch pOLED display which now incorporates a redesigned hinge to make the device easier to open and close with one hand. And for the first time, the Motorola razr 50 ultra incorporates AI through the…

Samsung has confirmed it will be holding a launch event on July 10 in Paris on the eve of the Olympic Games to launch its latest range of Galaxy Z folding devices infused with Galaxy AI. Samsung will host Galaxy Unpacked in Paris less than three weeks before the Olympic Games begin. Samsung is a worldwide partner sponsor for the Olympic Games and has been for more than 30 years. https://youtu.be/s7DZLp8DYPI?si=9iFRsGUrwfdfKXsS The event will be streamed live at samsung.com.au and Samsung’s YouTube channel at 11:00 PM AEST on July 10. At this event Samsung will announce the Galaxy Z Fold…

It’s time to get smart and get listening to Episode 606 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: What price would you pay for amazing wi-fi? We’ve reviewed the Netgear Orbi 970 with Wi-Fi 7 but it’s not cheap. Are you suffering from TV envy? And Belkin has launched a new range of surge protection products. In the Tech Guide reviews, Logitech has launched new Bluetooth keyboard to use on the go, Amazon has updated its Echo…

Put in into drive and take a listen to the latest episode of the popular show Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars – The EV Podcast with Tech Guide’s Stephen Fenech and EFTM’s Trevor Long. This week, Stephen and Trevor talk about the clickbait around Tesla sales, we chat BMW Australia about their EV plans and transition of its fleet to EV and we take your calls about EVs as well – did you just buy one, did you want to buy one? Find out everything you need to know here. If you’ve got a question about EVs or you want…

Netgear, one of the leading brands in Wi-Fi, has release a new standalone Wi-Fi 7 router – the Nighthawk RS300 – which offers game-changing Wi-Fi 7 technology at an affordable price. The Nighthawk RS300 router, priced at $649, delivers faster Wi-Fi speeds and even wider wireless coverage of up to 230 square metres across a maximum of 100 devices. Wi-Fi 7 office speeds 2.4 times faster than Wi-Fi 6 and offers low latency and less wireless interference so users can enjoy uninterrupted streaming of 4K and 8K content, video conferencing and online gaming. Today more people are working from home…

The Force is strong with the new Casetify range of Star Wars phone cases and accessories that will give true fans a way to express their love of the blockbuster franchise. The new line-up includes phone cases for the iPhone and Samsung S24 along with charging accessories and an iPad and MacBook Air case. The phone cases are available for iPhone 13 and later and Samsung Galaxy S21 and later and Samsung Galaxy Z Series. Tech Guide was delighted to receive these products for review – we are massive Star Wars fans. It will be a day long remembered. CASETIFY…