Two Blokes Talking Tech

Just two blokes talking life...

Apple Fitness launches as a fitness training program for Apple Watch users, Trev's given it a crack and has some serious views on just how good it might be. Both Trev and Stephen review the Apple Airpods Max with thoughts on sound, design, noise cancelling and price. Arlo's video Doorbell ticks a lot of boxes, Apple adds Privacy data to apps, Dan Murphy's gives you a view of store capacity limits from afar and Google helping Aussie animals.

This one goes on some tangents!

Google's annual list of what we searched for is out, revealing a shocking reminder of a sad and sorry year, but still fascinating to see. Apple's new headphones are a shock to the system, or the wallet - so what do they need to do to live up to the price? Apple Watches for the kids? How does that work and who's buying a watch for their young children? Jabra's latest are a winner, Uniden's new camera and Christmas Gifting and looking back on 2020 gadgets.

Covid, Travel, Work & Gaming

Trevor and Stephen discuss the new ACMA endorsed code which will see telcos work harder to block and track scammers using phone and SMS to rip off Aussies. Apple and Spotify roll out their best of 2020 in terms of apps and music downloads, plus Apple's Family Setup feature for Apple Watch about to launch here. Gamers aren't what you think - new research shows they're fitter than you think. Plus Trev's latest online purchase is an iPhone 4S - in pieces, and both blokes love the DJI Mini 2 Drone.

Yo... we're here

Black Friday sales are the new Christmas sales, some thoughts on what to look for what's hot and what did Trevor buy? Britbox launches as a streaming service for lovers of the Doctor and much more British TV. Samsung TV Plus is here too, with - well, 30 channels of "stuff. Duracel gets into the home battery market, Trev builds a theme park with Planet Coaster, and Audible offering books for your road-trip journey!

Gibber time with Trev and Stephen.

Sorry Bruce, but there's loads more Apple news this week. They've dropped their commission on App Store purchases for small business which is long overdue, but will it help in their fight with Epic Games? Call of Duty is out, Fenech has played it start to finish - Trev's still plugging away, thoughts shared! More Apple MacBook news this time our reviews, plus same for the HomePod Mini And a low cost telco with a difference, and a good time to keep alert when online shopping..

Subway knowing your order

Sorry folks, More Apple talk! Big week for Apple with new Silicon power for their macs, three new products already carrying the new chips. Plus Console Wars, first thoughts, how hard to get and the hype around PS5. Trev discusses the future of Sports rights with Stan moving into Foxtel's ground with rights to Rugby and Tennis. MG goes Electric, with the cheapest EV in Australia, plus we talk about the EV Tax debate. Trev listens to $2,599 headphones from Sennheiser and the blokes get excited for the new DJI Mini 2 Drone!

Unrelated topics :)

Coles started selling refurbished Boost Mobile iPhones and they sold out in moments and the blokes discuss the reason for the demand across the low range prices. Apple has an event next week - what's coming? QR codes are all the rage, Trev explains how to create them, Stephen explains how to ensure you're able to read them on your phone. The top Most Shazamed songs of the last decade have been released, meanwhile WiThings have TGA approval for their ECG feature in the new Scanwatch plus Arlo's Video doorbell goes Wireless.

Decent chat about a whole range of things....

It's almost here - the date you can get your hands on the next-generation gaming consoles from Sony and Microsoft - the boys have had a look at what are MASSIVE machines. Alcatel is back with it's latest sub-$200 phone the 1 SE and it's got an impressive lineup of features. Speaking of impressive, Trev reckons the Chromecast with Google TV is the product of the year - hear why! Stephen talks us through the latest Gaming Router from Netgear, Trev talks Augmented Reality and Microsoft adds mouse and trackpad support for iPad

What is Kayo up to? Kayo app no longer available on Foxtel Now boxes - why? Makes no sense. Plus, in 2021 Kayo adding FREE access to some content and even live sport! Foxtel is also launching Voice control we'll talk about that. iPad Air is out, the blokes have used it for a while, and it's time to see where it fits in the iPad lineup. Plus, new Nanoleaf Lights, the DJI Pocket 2 4K video recorder, Google's ability to recognise your humming and identify the song, plus, the Mate X electric bike!

A special edition looking at the iPhone 12, the launch day vibes and how things are different Plus Stephen and Trevor's iPhone 12 reviews and thoughts having used both the iPhone 12 and the iPhone 12 Pro All thanks to Telstra who have sponsored this episode and granted us access to their high-tech HQ to record!

Just two blokes working hard...

Apple's big day, iPhone 12 confirmed, coming in four sizes and all with 5G. Trevor and Stephen break down all their views on the new phones, the features, the pros and cons, the controversy over the missing charger and more. Plus the new HomePod Mini, what is it, is it going to work? And some news from Ecovacs and Arlo too!

Yep, just gibber

Apple's iPhone event announced for next week, what are we expecting, what will the new iPhone cost, will they all have 5G - so many things to ponder. Plus the battle for 5G and how important the iPhone is to Telstra and Optus. Foxtel's channel number change but why it doesn't matter to Trev. Apple Watch Series 6 - thoughts? And a bunch of thoughts on gaming... This week with Stephen and Trevor

Gibber jabber...

Google has a range of new products, four in fact and the blokes break it down. While the smartphones get the headlines, it's the Chromecast with Google TV that has us talking. Android TV on a chromecast? Sign me up! And how does the Pixel 5 stack up against the Pixel 4a 5G and why would you get the 5 when the 4a 5G is so good? Telstra's plan to slowly offer 5G home internet to customers, Vodafone's new approach to unlimited, Hisense Dual Cell TV reviewed. And Trev's been buying junk again online, thoughts on that, plus Amazon's new devices too!

Our dinner arrived mid recording:)

Great news for millions of Aussies with Gigabit broadband coming, upgrades to the HFC, FTTC networks will see faster speeds, while huge parts of the FTTN network will get Fibre if they want it. But who misses out? Not many people talking about that. Plus, Console Christmas Wars. GoPro has a new Hero9 camera, stunning stabilisation, but bigger and fatter - which is GOOD! Bose comes back with the Sleepbuds - all improved. The all new iPad and why its better and a huge step up for most people and finally, a staggering story about a man at the Commonwealth Bank.

More general gibber

An early start this morning for Apple's big event. The event went fast, shorter than this podcast in fact, but there was a lot to get through. Stephen and Trevor unpack the announcements bit by bit including the Apple Watch Series 6, the new features, the new Series SE and a great feature for families too. Plus the all new iPad is improved but changes very little on the outside, other than that the iPad Air is the standout - all new design, new colours and loads of power too.

Just another chat....

Apple has announced their September event, but this one comes with a difference - will there even be an iPhone announced? The blokes discuss Watch and iPad rumours, along with the history of having an event at this time. Xbox Series X pricing announced, well ahead of Playstation and the pricing doesn't look too bad at $749. The boys have both bought a new Rubik's Cube that's smart and connected the GoCube - hear how it works. Plus the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live do they fit, do they work? Plus Dan Murphy's new drive through option with Number Plate recognition and the Oppo Watch - what's it remind us of?

Not much more to say really

This Facebook response to the ACCC Media code is very very interesting, and while it won't surprise you that the two blokes have views, the depth to which this discussion goes is pretty intense. Plus, Samsung has a huge week of news and new products, in particular the new Galaxy Z Fold 2 plus their outdoor TV. Apple and the Government, just how well should they work together on CovidSafe? New Drone rules mean you're going to need to register your drone folks - Stephen explains. Plus JBL's new product news and the more affordable Sennheiser in-ear headphones.

Just chatting

Hisense has released their new TV technology - Dual Cell which combines colour and black and white panels to produce better blacks and colour contrast on a 4K screen. The blokes discuss the technology and the pricing. Fitbit have a whole new technology in their latest smart watch aimed at detecting your stress levels from the palm of your hand. Google announces DUO video calling coming to Android TVs with just a webcam plugged in. The Dark Web as a threat to your identity and how Norton is helping combat the threat, LG's new wire-free earphones with a unique feature and Stephen gets pumped for the next Call of Duty.

Holy heck, unhinged is one hell of a movie!

The Two Blokes have been reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, their views on Samsung's latest flagship stylus device and what's good and perhaps not so good. Plus Google's aggressive approach to their battle with Aussie media and the ACCC - why? what's it all about, and who will win? Apple's fight with Epic Games steps up with Epic heading to court, and Scam Week - have you been scammed. Plus a whole heap of lovely things said about our 450th show!

The best movies of all time? Stephen's comprehensive rundown of the movies you have to see.

Sony has released a new generation of their stunning WH-1000 headphones, with better sound, better noise cancelling and some sensational new features. Do you Snore? There's a new app that can help check if you might need to see a doctor for that. Navman have a new range, the boys discuss, as well as Samsung's Air Purifiers, and Trev looks at Skullcandy's new earphones with Tile locator support. Stephen looks at some epic speakers.

Life gibberings

Samsung's 2020 Unpacked event this August was very different. Hosted online from the company HQ not at a gala event in New York the company took the chance to launch a huge range of new products. The Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra, a new pro tablet the Tab S7, a new Smart Watch and new earphones. The blokes discuss it all, including an update to the Fold! Plus, TCL's new 10 series smartphones under the review challenge, Google's affordable pixel hitting Australia soon too. And Apple updates the iMac - on the inside, and Arlo launches a standalone camera at an entry level price.

Yep, we order Subway, LIVE

The blokes are grounded for some time - CES 2021 has been canned as a physical event and will go "all digital" - how that works? Well we don't really know. Plus Huawei surge past Samsung as the world's biggest smartphone manufacturer despite their dramas in many countries. Trev takes to the air again with a review of Microsoft Flight Simulator, Stephen looks at the cost of Spotify country vs country. NBN speeds are going up with the network removing overheads and we brush and floss our teeth!

Trev, mate, come on:)

With six months in the world like never before, it's hardly surprising our Google searches reflect the things going on in the world. Coronavirus dominates, and we look at the popular searches of the last six months. Facebook introduced App Lock for Messenger, a feature Trev reckons he's seen before and should be available at the Operating System level. Apple's annual iPhone photography competition finds three Aussies winning four prizes! Stephen looks at Samsung's Smart door lock, the blokes enjoy Amazon Echo Auto and Stephen features Ziggy and Zaggy on his website - for good reason:)

Just two blokes talking shit..

Twitter is in big trouble, some of their biggest user accounts were hacked, but not individually - the twitter back end was compromised - what does this mean? Stephen and Trevor discuss. It's world Emoji Day- did you know why? The boys explain, plus discuss some of the new emojis launching later this year. Ecovacs have a whole new model hitting the market, and this one could be a game changer for Robot Vacuums. Netgear launches WiFi 6 mesh systems with two new Orbi units and a new Nighthawk product. Ford launches their connected car app FordPass for remote control of some car features, and Stephen reviews the Google Pixel Buds.

A late night chat about lotto, superannuation, investing, nicknames, number plates and Back to the Future

Samsung's August UNPACKED event has been announced, and there's no SOUP FOR YOU - that is no flights to New York for the two blokes, this year's NOTE event will be online. Plus, flying cars, and the NSW Government's investment in a future concept in regional Australia. Should Tik Tok be banned, or a better question, can it be? New video chat for Tinder - if that's your thing, plus the cost of Mobile Data and Elon Musk's Satellite internet plans

The private one...

We're on a Roadtrip recording in Cowra, NSW - driving a Hyundai Santa Fe and Mercedes GLS400d, it's been a great ride. High tech cars, great safety and an amazing satellite navigation feature in the Mercedes you have to hear about. Plus, in Cowra there's 5G! Get that! The NBN is all but complete with 11.6million homes able to connect, has it been worth it? Is $4,500 per home good value? Will the iPhone 12 come with a power adaptor in the box? Will it come with headphones? Big questions ahead of Apple's next big launch. Google brings Dinosaurs to life in Augmented Reality as well as helping you find something to watch, and Amazon's new Robot fulfilment centre in Western Sydney.