Two Blokes Talking Tech

Foxtel has customers up in arms and or confused - what do you do when they ditch cable? A couple of callers this week with that very question. Plus your calls on other tech questions and advice too. And we speak to an Aussie who has created a brand new phone brand, the Big Purple Phone, and this one has legs. And the kids looking to be stars of F1 off the track, competing in the F1 in Schools competition.

It's the big story of the week, Elon's Twitter takeover - Elon Musk has bought twitter, but what does it mean? what will change? What recommendations to Stephen and Trevor have for the world's richest man? AFL rights deal due, so who is in the running and why is this the biggest shakeup of TV Broadcast rights in history? Plus the new Fetch box and how it sets its sights on the future, and the eSIM revolution kicks into gear with Kogan Mobile. Oh, and a welcome to Bruce:)

We’re talking about tech that can help the disabled, the elderly and protect children. We take you through Apple’s many accessibility features that you didn’t know existed, the new tech products that are designed for older Australians and the new child safety features for iPhone. In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a look at the Ecovacs Deebot XI Omni automated home cleaning system, we check out the new Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker, we’ll tell you about the Denon low profile soundbar and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

The 1981 story of Gallipoli was a school trip movie for Stephen Fenech, while Trevor Long has never seen it. This is less a story of war and more a story of the mindset of a nation and its citizens in wartime. Nothing we can relate to today. A very young Mel Gibson before his rise to fame stars and brings a sombre mood and reflection to us all as we watch it today around ANZAC Day. With thanks and respect to the service men and women who put their lives before ours today and in the years before now.

What we can expect from Apple and Samsung in 2022 and will be the big launch events return this year? Apple has also unveiled the winners of its Shot on iPhone Macro Challenge – and we’ll tell you how you can get up close for your photos as well, Canon’s new ink tank photo printer and Traeger’s new smart grills that will be released later this year.

An easter feast.

Jim Carrey's breakout role that showcases his brilliance as a comedic actor using every fibre of his being to portray the role of the crazy "Pet Detective". The Miami Dolphins football team have had a crime take place, which calls for Ace's input. His investigation uncovers a lot of hidden "treats" - and it's a laugh a minute. Stephen Loves it, and introduces it to Trevor for the first time thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Trevor and Stephen unpack a bit of the technological influence on our elections as a warning to those looking to use Social media information to form a view. Twitter research is insightful about this very topic. TCL has a new range of phones for 2022 and they are a value proposition with great features. Apple updates iMovie with new storyboard and magic movie features. Fetch gets Disney+ as it expands its entertainment offering, Panasonic has a strange set of gaming headphones and the new Huawei Watch.

This week I travelled to the Melbourne Grand Prix and had a great time - of course! But I also uncovered some great stories, two of which I want to share on this week's show. Zac Duff from JigSpace joins me to talk about their big Apple Keynote exposure and their subsequent leap onto an F1 car. And Corey Tutt from Deadly Science will inspire you to dig deep and help out those who should very much be exposed to STEM learning. Plus of course, your calls on Tech!

Australians are keen on EVs so what’s holding back sales, how will the Telstra filter block scam text messages and should we be worried about privacy, how Huawei’s new Watch GT 3 can be your health and fitness companion, we take a look at Epson’s new 4K home theatre projector, we put the new Peloton Guide through its paces and the new HP Envy Inspire printer built for our new hybrid lifestyles and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

F1 Predictions and More

This movie may well be the embodiment of this very show. Stephen Fenech rates GoodFellas as one of his absolute favourite movies of all time. Trevor Long has never seen it. Sit with us as we talk about the cast, the facts, the bits and bobs about this film as we walk through it scene by scene thanks to Fetch and Hisense. With a cast like De Niro, Liotta, Pesci and more - it's hard to argue against this one.

HP have kindly hosted the two blokes at Sydney's Crown Towers to show them a brand new printer. Interestingly the HP ENVY Inspire is a mix of old and new, a printer born from the pandemic era with a view to the future of Hybrid working. Apple has announced WWDC will be all virtual again, with developers from around the world learning what's to come while sitting in front of their computers, but what's happening at Apple Park? Streaming steps up, with Stan Sport adding 4K streaming while Foxtel adds Amazon Prime Video on IQ4 and IQ5 boxes. Stephen's been getting a workout with the new Peloton Guide, while Trev's been twiddling his thumbs playing MLB The Show 22, and the GoPro accessory long overdue.

How you can buy a used car online and have it delivered to your door in seven days, on World Backup Day we stress the importance of backing up our data, Suunto has released its latest sport watch, we take a look at Apple’s Mac Studio and Studio Display, get organised with the Amazon Echo Show 15, Samsung has unveiled the Smart Monitor M8 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Well, it might be a week ago, but we've gotta talk about it

Arnold Schwarzenegger is the leader of an elite team of paramilitary rescue experts, they take to the jungle on a mission that turns out to be more than what it seemed. Under attack, the attacker goes unseen, but who - or what - it is is next level. Directed buy John McTiernan, this is one of Stephen's favourites, but what will Trev think after the first viewing. Fire up your Fetch on your Hisense TV and check it out with us.

Lots of calls and questions this week, from Screen time to WiFi. Trevor Long is here to take your calls, help with those tech questions or buying advice. And this week, talking to Electric Vehicle Council chief executive Behyad Jafari about the demand increase and supply shortage of Electric Cars in Australia, and just what should happen at a Government level to help "fuel" the EV car demand in Australia

Made in Australia, the new Rode headphones the boys think are the bees knees for pro applications like studios, podcasting and production. While we're recording a press release drops about a new Dyson product, not a fan, not a hairdryer, HEADPHONES, with an AIR PURIFYING MASK... We kid you not. In more headphone news, Sony's LinkBuds are in for review and we like them. And Amazon's new big-screen Echo Show 15.

Apple has revealed a green manufacturing process to create the iPhone SE, Navman has released its latest range of dash cams, Shazam adds a new feature to help you find concert tickets, we take a look at Sony Linkbuds unusual earphones, we take the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio for a spin, Bose launches its Smart Soundbar 900 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Shocked by Ash, Holiday time

This may well be the best example of this podcast yet. Stephen Fenech has seen Good Will Hunting more times than it had Oscar nominations. While Trevor Long has never seen it. Ben Affleck and Matt Damon combine to create a drama about a young math genius working as a Janitor at MIT who goes on a journey of self-discovery, love and more. Robin Williams stars as his therapist, and Minnie Driver his love interest. A fascinating story that makes you think about almost every aspect of it - in a good way.

Samsung's new A Series smartphone offers Samsung design, great features and camera all at prices between $329 and $799. Plus Motorola has new phones too, at $299 and $999 - so that sub-$1000 point is busy! Netflix looking to crack down on password sharing with a legal extra member option - but does it pass the pub test? Dyson has opened a Store in Sydney to showcase their products in a hands-on environment. Radio ratings gets a tech advance with a new smartwatch looking to replace a paper diary. And Stephen looks at the Surface Laptop Studio - how's it shape up?

Sore throat and all, we're doing the show! Lots of NBN news today, with upgrades to the Fixed Wireless network improving speeds and making it available to many more homes. I talk to Brad Whitcomb from the NBN to run through the updates and see how long they will take. Plus, loads of calls looking for new tech to buy!

Australian seniors using more tech but admit they are still struggling to keep up, Samsung has launched its affordable range of Galaxy A Series of smartphones, iconic film The Godfather turns 50 this week and we talk to the team that oversaw the 4K restoration, we take a look at the iPhone SE, we check out Version 2 of the thin and light Espresso displays, we also put the new M1 iPad Air through its paces and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

pure and simple

Trevor Long has never seen or even heard of this movie. Yet Stephen Fenech has seen it multiple times and rates it quite highly. Directed by and Starring John Krasinski and his wife Emily Blunt, it's a really fascinating tale of a family, stuck in some post-apocalyptic scenario, where they must not make noises - for reasons that will become quite accurate. It's fascinating as a script, as a story, as well as how it's both shot and sounds. Stephen and Trevor will unpack this after the first viewing by Trev on his Hisense TV via the Fetch universal search.

Samsung has come out of the gates well ahead of the rest with their 2022 TV launch. Stephen and Trevor have all the prices specs and details. Both blokes have also been rocking the iPhone SE - Apple's cheapest ever iPhone - so what's it like? True Wireless headphone sales are through the roof, Stephen has some great speakers under review and the iMac Rumours, will Stephen get what he wants?

This is a podcast that's all about help, helping people with technology issues try to solve them And also helping people confused by what amazing tech is out there, making decisions about buying technology. If you've got a question, email Trev - go to EFTM.com and click ASK TREV!

We go through the products unveiled at Apple Peek Performance event, Screen Australia creates a $6m fund for emerging game developers, the new dating app that can fast track your path to love, we take a listen to the LG XBOOM 360 speaker, we take a look at Panasonic’s personal air purifier, our thoughts on the teaser trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Thinking of those affected by the rains

Luc Besson directs this assassin's tale starring Jean Reno and Gary Oldman - but with a standout starring debut movie performance by Natalie Portman. Portman is the young 12-year-old Mathilda who is reluctantly taken in by Léon, a professional assassin, after her family is murdered. An unusual relationship forms as she becomes his protégée and learns the assassin's trade. Stephen Rates this highly, but Trev's never heard of it. So tune in as we unpack the movie end to end and discuss it's variations, strange scenes and overall story line.

I'm back from Barcelona and it was a great trip, good to get away and some interesting fun was had! Your calls are a priority, so lots to get through today from smart watches to smartphones, folding phones and electric cars. Speaking of which, Luke Todd from EV Direct joins me to talk about his bold plans for Australia!

Apple's first event of 2022 took place this morning, tonight, we wrap up all the news. The new iPhone SE - not quite what was hoped, but still a great new device with outstanding performance and now with 5G. A new iPad Air that challenges the iPad Pro in many ways, and an all new M1 Apple Silicon - the Ultra. Blimey! Oh and the Mac Studio - at a price. Plus is Boost testing 5G? And how Stephen finds a Star Wars themed Hard drive. Yep, he did.

The Australian start-up that allows EV drivers to charge their vehicles with renewable energy, Australian businesses have been warned about a probable Russian cyber attack and Coles have taken to the air with grocery deliveries by drone, we run our eye over the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and S22 Ultra, we roadtest the new Ecovacs Deebot Neo robot vacuum, Gran Turismo 7 starts its engines on the PlayStation and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Just disgusting

Who you gunna call? Ghostbusters. Sure, Trev knows of the movie, and the characters and of course the song - but what is the actual story line. Follow along as we revisit one of the Best Movies made, and how it's story of creation is a thing of wonder. Stephen unpacks some things you may not know, while Trev shares his views on the movie and scenes throughout. All thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

Apple has announced an event next week - new iPhone SE likely, so what will they reveal, and what do we think the SE will look like? Trev's back from Mobile World Congress in Barcelona - the blokes discuss the themes of the show, plus new devices from TCL, Nokia and Oppo A stark warning over likely cyber attacks from Russia, the brand new robot Vacuum coming to Aldi that is cracking value, Sony's new Playstation VR revealed and MG's new plug-in Hybrid.

How the Russian-Ukraine conflict will impact the already weakened semiconductor industry, we take a look at the smartphones announced at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, nearly half of all Australian use up all of their mobile data each month, we’ll check out the LG NanoCell Mini LED 4K Smart TV, Panasonic unveils the Lumix GH6 camera, we run our eye over the ASUS Vivobook OLED laptop range and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

This one breaks the trend, because Trev knows and loves this movie. Join Trevor and Stephen as they recap the great movie The Shawshank Redemption. A box-office Flop, now highly regarded for the Prison Story, portrayed by Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins. Stephen breaks down the facts of the movie and some things you might never know. Enjoy the Shawshank thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Trev's in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress (and Formula One) - what to expect from the big mobile brands at MWC like Samsung, Oppo, TCL and Nokia... Telstra's landmark deal with TPG / Vodafone to allow greater coverage for TPG customers across Australia. Speaking of Telstra, they've got a new Smart Modem 3 with greater 4G Backup speeds and WiFi 6. BYD launch the Atto 3 in Australia potentially marking a game changing time for Electric Vehicles in Australia, plus Peloton's new feature and Panasonic's new Lumix camera.

Not things you'd hear together normally, but hey, this isn't a normal show! This is EFTM. This week I talk to Dave Packles from Peloton about the product and system and the training machine that is Peloton. Plus, 21 year old Tanner Blessington on his dream to create something for himself - the watch brand Blessington that is just starting to grow. And your calls, on everything from Smart Speakers, Photo libraries and graphic design.

BYD has launched its affordable electric vehicles in Australia and MG Motor has released a charger that works with all EVs, which smartphones hold their value better than others, we embraced technology during the pandemic – Australians have now had enough and want a break, we’ll check out the Sony LiveBuds earphones, Motorola launches new affordable 5G smartphone, the software that can make your Mac run even faster and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Chatting Streaming and stuff

A black and white classic, with a cast of the biggest names of the era. Unique because of it's simplicity, yet a complex story. 12 Men are locked in the Jury room to deliberate after a trial. How will they vote, and how will they reach a conclusion? Trevor and Stephen discuss a movie Stephen loves, but Trevor has never heard of.

Australian's are adopting the Internet of things at a rapid pace with over six million homes now using IoT devices according to Telsyte analysis. Sony's latest headphones are strange, but possibly brilliant - we'll see how the LinkBuds shape up. Foxtel dumps the 4K sport channel but it's all good sports fans. Apple's AirTag update for greater security and working with law enforcement. Battery recycling now a national program and the mac cleanup app to keep your machine running well.

Just how do parents keep track of screen time and more importantly how hard is it to do so with kids of all ages. University of Queensland research indicates it's bloody hard! So we have a good long chat about just that. Plus, skills shortages and tech wages - a problem for the industry that could kill tech in Australia. And your calls on Electric cars, Batteries, Boomboxes and more.

We talk to Samsung Australian Vice Garry McGregor about the new Galaxy S22 range of smartphones which have just been announced, Apple to update its AirTags to prevent unwanted tracking of people, two thirds of Australians dating online are running background checks, we’ll check out the new Audio Technica earphones which takes bass and battery to the next level, we take a look at Hypop’s portable lighting solutions so you can look your best on camera and Samsung has also released a new Galaxy Tab S8 tablet. And we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

More random gibber

Talk about blockbusters, Independence Day is an epic, the 1994 Alien Invasion film stars Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum and so many more. Stephen's a massive fan - of course, but Trev's never seen it. So together they unpack the details of one hell of a rollercoaster ride of a movie.

Samsung announces the all new Galaxy S22 series, three phones, amazing cameras and the return of the famed Note series features. Trevor and Stephen have been hands on, and discuss what Samsung has produced for 2022. Apple has an event rumoured to be coming in March, what could it be, how will it shape up. Safter Internet Day is a good time to reflect on online behaviour and how our kids are growing up in a digital world, and the amazing Samsung Freestyle projector - reviewed.