Two Blokes Talking Tech

Back taking your calls for 2024, this is the show where if you've got a question Trev will try and answer it. This week we talk smartphones, Security software and even Robot Vacuums How to diagnose issues and the options to solve them, if you've got a question or something cool to talk about, get in touch!

Apple is working on its biggest ever iOS update – and it will include AI, ASUS announces the pricing and availability of its new 14-inch dual screen Zenbook Duo OLED laptop, LG has launched a runout sale for its 2023 range of TVs and soundbars, Oppo has launched an affordable yet feature rich phone, there’s a new way to display and store your spare Apple Watch bands and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

What Toyota's Chairman says about the future of Electric Cars Porsche's best-selling car going Electric The unwritten rules of charging in public chargers and what is one-pedal driving? Stephen and Trevor have all the info for you!

Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence are the passengers, and the situation created by some early dramas means some serious moral dilemmas on the cards. A recent movie by our standards, and worthy of conversation - would you wake her? Trevor and Stephen unpack it all and relive this one thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Boring or interesting

Australian authorities have publicly named the Russian Hacker responsible for the huge Medibank Hack in 2022 - why and what will happen? Optus admits to a huge additional failing on the day of their 2023 outage, Trev and Stephen discuss Plus Sky News subscriptions, Disney+ cracking down on passwords and Vodafone's Roaming dominance

Samsung has entered a new smartphone AI era after unveiling the Galaxy S24, the Australian Government takes its first steps to regulate how AI is developed and deployed, ASUS unveils the world’s first 14-inch dual OLED screen laptop, we take a look at the Netgear Nighthawk Wi-Fi 7 router, we test out the DJI Mic 2 at the Consumer Electronics Show, Sky News launches a new streaming subscription service and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

This week Stephen Fenech and Trevor Long unpack some of the questions you get asked as an Electric Vehicle owner. What is it people always want to know. Plus there's been some price hikes and some price drops - why would an EV model come down in price? And what's in the Garage of the Two Blokes this week as we drive as many EVs in Australia as we can.

Sorry it's late, but hey, the Video Version has been up for Days on YouTube:) Anyway, TV shows, and Nostalgic Songs.

A hidden Gem according to Stephen Fenech, so has Trevor Long ever heard of Breakdown? This is a 1997 Thriller starring Kurt Russell and J T Walsh alongside Kathleen Quinlan. Is it one you've seen or are you, like Trev, watching it for the first time? Search it up on Fetch on that Big-Screen Hisense TV and enjoy.

We’ve got all the details of the Samsung Galaxy S24 and just how groundbreaking it is. But perhaps not as we’re used to with Smartphones. This time it’s all a focus on Software, and just how powerful it can be - remind you of any other brand? Plus Kayo goes 4K finally, DJI’s second content creator Microphone and a wrap of some quirky and popular things from CES 2024

We've just returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and take you through all the highlights including the latest TV technology, how AI became the new buzzword as well as the other standout products and a few quirky finds as well. Tune in for all of that and much more. And we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Yet another High-School Football movie? Or something more? Dawson's Creek Star James Van Der Beek plays a starring role as a second string quarterback called on in a time of need It's a coming of age film, and not based on a true story. Thanks to Fetch and Hisense we unpack it and analyse it - Trevor for the First time, Stephen on a long count.

From Aussie brands at CES 2024 to the Cars, the VR, health and Robots, Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech are on the ground in Las Vegas for the big tech show. Tune in for an eyes-on, hands-on look at the weird and wonderful right here on Two Blokes Talking Tech Thanks to Netgear and Arlo.

Stephen and Trevor have all the details of TVs and Big-Screens in 2024. Samsung's range, the LG hype and Hisense going big big big.

We’re in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and we’ve visited the stunning Sphere venue – the new landmark on the strip, Samsung has confirmed the launch date for its S24 smartphone range, Microsoft is going to add a new key to its Windows keyboard for the first time in 30 years, we get behind the wheel of the new MG4 XPower, LG announces a new portable projector, Belkin unveils its new wired and wireless chargers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Trevor and Stephen are in Las Vegas for CES but first they had a look at the CES Unveiled pre-show which uncovered a few quirkily gadgets for pets, health and well-being.

This 1946 classic is set around Christmas and follows the life and story of George Bailey, played by James Stewart. He's a good kid, who grows up and seems to put everything and everyone before himself, until it reaches breaking point. A guardian angel appears to show him things from another perspective. Black and White - so will Trevor like it on his first watch? Stephen takes us through it thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Returning after a great loss

Just days away from CES in Las Vegas for 2024 so Stephen and Trevor unpack just what's happening, when and what to expect. Plus, the year ahead in tech, in smartphones, computers and Artificial Intelligence. Welcome to 2024, heading toward our 13th anniversary of Two Blokes Talking Tech

We’ll take a look at what we expect to see in 2024, Aussie Formula 1 star Oscar Piastri partners with Quad Lock to share an important road safety message, why Apple Watches were removed from sale in the US, we take a look at the Logitech Wave Keys ergonomic keyboard, LG introduces a new AI-powered robot, we take a look at the world’s most expensive television and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

From the mid 1980's, Paul Hogan stars as Crocodile Dundee - an outback legend who survived a croc attack. Linda Kozlowski makes her debut as Sue, the New York reporter chasing Mick Dundee's story. This was a mega hit, which Stephen will explain while Trev catches up on an absolute Aussie classic.

And some streaming chatter

A look back at the biggest Aussie Google searches of 2023 as well as some global trends over 25 years of Google Search. Plus Stephen and Trevor look back at their biggest stories and products of 2023 - how will this year be remembered? Hint - AI And the LG super slim ultra light laptop that's a must see

Reflecting on many years of Podcasting, through different eras, and winding up here at the end of 2023! Taking your calls with advice on pendants for the elderly, TVs and also could you save money? Imagine saving thousands of dollars per year. It's possible.

What is the world coming to? A product has been proposed to prevent people being injured texting and walking, Vodafone and CommBank team up to combat SMS scams, more than 2.6bn personal records have been compromised in the last two years – what is the solution, we take a look at the Hisense Mini LED X TV, Withings has released the ScanWatch Nova Smartwatch, we go through our Christmas Gift Guide suggestions and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

A murder mystery for adults only. Basic Instinct is a movie Stephen has seen many times, but Trev may have heard of it, but he's never seen it. So search Basic Instinct on Fetch and fire up that Hisense TV and unpack the story of a writer, a murder, a detective, and what really happened. Was it all scripted? Was there agreement on how it would be edited? And just how long did those bedroom scenes take to film - find out, on the Best Movies You've Never Seen

Not literally of course:)

Why is the ACMA making clickbait headlines instead of just releasing information and news. Trev ponders this as Telstra is in the spotlight over billing issues. Elon's rant at Advertisers and why it matters. We ponder what "old school" things we do. Plus the new ScanWatch from Withings and the price drop on Ford's electric car!

The App Economy is thriving in Australia, Sony has released a slimline PlayStation 5, Epson has launched a short-throw home theatre projector, we get behind the wheel of the new Tesla Model 3, we check out the new Ember mugs that can keep your tea and coffee warm, Laser launches an affordable range of smart decorative lights and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Jim Carrey at his comedic best as a Lawyer stuck in some Moral dilemmas. He's a fun dad, but is he a good dad? His son makes a wish that will change him forever, but will wreak havoc for a day. He's at the peak of his powers and brings his full expression to this role - but will Trev like it? Stephen walks us through Liar Liar so get the Fetch fired up on the Hisense TV and enjoy.

Great idea, won't happen

Trev's got a bee in his bonnet about the spread of misinformation about new technology. Stephen looks at the worry around identity fraud as we look at Scam Awareness week The Hisense TV that impresses in many ways, the lack of support for Recycling of Mobiles and it's almost Christmas time!

It's National Scam Awareness Week and there's a lot to unpack, mainly that we should all be aware of what's out there and stay protected where we can. Plus also, share your knowledge with your family so no-one you know becomes a victim. Plus I find my long lost brother - tony reckon's we're two peas in a pod. And lots of your calls with tech questions!

Australians are paying some of the highest prices for home broadband compared to other countries, only one per cent of Australians are recycling their old mobile devices, Telstra releases new speed and latency optimiser packs on its network, we take a look at the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max, we check out the Journey laptop sleeve that’s also a portable workstation, Panasonic has unveiled its new wearable gaming speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

When you put this cast in one movie, it's bound to be good right? Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon, Andy García, Julia Roberts,Elliott Gould, Bernie Mac, Carl Reiner - I mean come on. So what does Trev think? Stephen loves it, so how does it all come together and just how well do you know the movie? Did you know about the last-minute edit? Tune in, thanks to Fetch and Hisense and enjoy Oceans Eleven!

RIP Ziggy

Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin steps down, so what is going on, and just how can the company recover. Who might be the next CEO and could it be Gladys? The blokes have strong views on this and also what the company needs to do next. Plus Gina Rinehart writes to Mark Zuckerberg about Scams on Facebook, and she's spot on, in fact the blokes are pretty fired up about this one. And the Apple concession to use RCS messaging, but what will it really mean??

I don't want to say I told you so, but I told you so. Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin is gone, so I've got a list of people they should be looking at for the top job. Plus shopping tips from PayPal's shopping expert making sure you stay safe this Black Friday sales season And your calls with tech questions - you name it, we've got it covered!

The Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has resigned after the outage and following a Senate inquiry, Apple to adopt a new standard to bring messaging equality between iPhone and Android, we go behind the scenes at Oppo to see how their devices go from concept to reality, we take a look at the Uniden App Cam Pano security camera, Samsung has launched a new Shop app, the tech products that are causing the most injuries and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

It's not red, it's Crimson, the Crimson Tide tells the story of rules, regulations, commands, concerns, questions and morals in the world of Nuclear War. A modern world far from the battle fields of yesteryear, you are challenges to follow the story, form your own opinions and them challenge even those opinions. Stephen Loves it - but will Trev? Fire up the Fetch and watch on your Hisense

the usual rubbish

Travelling to Shenzhen China as guest of Oppo, Stephen and Trevor discover what it takes to test a new smartphone camera, to calibrate it, and even see some products Oppo doesn't currently plan to release - along with factory floor where thousands of phones a day are produced. And Optus, oh Optus, why are you doing this. Their explanation is out, but their CEO isn't. Why their compo is bad and more. Plus, how to get round Sydney Airport in a breeze...

The fallout from the catastrophic Optus outage continues – what does the future hold for the telco, Laser has released a product that brings CarPlay and Android Auto to your vehicle, Apple TV+ comes to the Fetch TV box, we take a look at the Pantheone Obsidian speaker that looks like a work of art, Rode releases the Signature Edition of its iconic NT1 microphone, Samsung offers affordable luxury with its latest smartphone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

From 2004 this one has a big cast, I mean - Tom Cruise - Jamie Foxx, Jada Pinkett Smith, Mark Ruffalo. Cruise gets in a cab, and the night of the cab driver chances as does his life forever. Enjoy it for the first time or fiftieth time on Fetch up on your Hisense TV with Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech.

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Look, let's be honest - we've just endured the biggest telco outage in Australia's history, so there is a lot of talk of that. How it played out, what happened, how Optus handled it, how we go forward and what you can do. Plus that epic Beatles track and the new MacBook Pro testing!

This week's Talkback Technology podcast helps you with your questions about headphones, iTunes, Scams and Foxtel Saving people money when they're spending big bucks on Foxtel, and annoyed at why Facebook is doing nothing to stop you getting scammed. If you've got a question head to EFTM.com

Australians are more worried than ever they’ll be scammed this Christmas, NBN has upgraded its fixed wireless network, Apple releases new MacBook Pros and an iMac powered by its new M3 chips, we take a look at the incredible DJI Inspire 3 professional filmmaker drone, the chargers that will meet your tech travel needs., we’ve got a special giveaway for your chance to win a 4K copy of Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part 1 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Outbreak is a 1995 American movie with a stunningly strong cast. None less than Dustin Hoffman, Rene Russo, Morgan Freeman and Donald Sutherland, along with Cuba Gooding Jr., Kevin Spacey and Patrick Dempsey. Seen through fresh post-pandemic eyes this is an interesting one for Trev to see for the first time, while Stephen saw this well before any sense of reality. A virus from Africa makes its way to the USA and the story is how to stop it. Find it on Fetch up on your Hisense TV