Two Blokes Talking Tech

This one is a wild ride

Just how bad is the new Bureau of Meteorology Website? Should they revert back? Or just fix what they have done. Microsoft in pain from the ACCC over price changes without sharing all the details - should Spotify also get a look? Facebook's big payout to Aussies - should you get some? Samsung's Triple Zero woes and the new Samsung XR Headset - taking on Apple Vision Pro

This week I'm joined by Glenn Rogers, Executive Vice President of Cricut - not the sport, the global crafting phenomenon - what is it, and what can it be used for? And Bradley Howe from ASUS joins to talk about the stunning ROG Xbox Ally X - a portable gaming device like no other. Plus your calls on tech questions! Send me and SMS anytime thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 - all thanks to Swann!

We’ve just returned from San Francisco where we attended Amazon’s Delivering the Future Event – we go eyes on with the new AI glasses for delivery drivers and also talk about the new robotic and chat to Amazon executives about the new tech and howto make delivery times even faster. Samsung has just released its Galaxy VR headset to take on the Vision Pro, JBL has released a whole new range of soundbars, Aussie telco Spintel has sharpened the pencil on its high speed NBN plans and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Trev travelled to Ferrari's factory to see their Electric Car plans, but no car. We've got an exclusive chat with their Product Development Boss, Gianmaria Fulgenzi about how an Electric Ferrari can still be a Ferrari. Plus Ken has a Sealion 7 and loves it, while Stan is out on a road trip. His Polestar 2 has done a lot of distance, but he's got eyes and money down on a new car. Get in touch, SMS us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden Dashcams and NRMA Insurance

A unique Oscar winner in many ways, Stephen introduces Trevor to Parasite, the story of a poor family with dreams. Not only is this entirely in Korean but there's no way you could predict the plot even as you progress through the movie. Watch it on Fetch on your Hisense TV

Stephen and Trevor are in San Francisco as guests of Amazon where they check out the robots helping out in the fullfilment centres and the smart glasses set to help their delivery drivers. Apple's all new iPad Pro, MacBook Pro and Vision Pro - wait, Vision Pro? It's discussed in detail. Plus the new smart luggage from July and the screen cleaning dream. All thanks to Arlo and Netgear of course!

We check back in with Keith on how he's liking Google Photos. Advice for another caller on Security cameras. What to look for when buying a wireless microphone, and more advice on modems for the faster NBN plans.. And we're joined by Amazon's head of Ring and Blink security cameras about their latest updates Be part of the show, text Trev thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657

Apple has released a range of new products – iPad Pro, MacBook Pro and Vision Pro – with its latest M5 chip, we take a look at Apple’ Watch Ultra 3 smartwatch, Tineco has released new value floor cleaning products, Belkin’s new range of items for the new iPhone 17 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

We talk to Aman Gaur from the Electric Vehicle Council about their annual State of EVs report. What's selling, and what risks are there on the future of EVs in Australia. And how does Government policy influence sales Get in touch, SMS us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden Dashcams and NRMA Insurance

Not your average suburban couple, and that's not because they are Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Mr and Mrs Smith have secrets - from each other, this is the story of how that goes down. Stephen introduces this thriller to Trev, who's never seen it. If you haven't then watch it on your Hisense TV with Fetch.

As usual

Instagram is implementing changes to Teen accounts to limit content they shouldn't see taking inspiration from Movie rating systems. Meanwhile YouTube is taking kids mental health seriously - too little too late folks. And Teenagers are trying things to avoid the ban, none of which will acutally work. Qantas takes legal action to block reporting on their stolen data - why? A Breville Toaster that's high tech and high price and the TCL Tablet for all.

This week we're joined by Chris Lau, Managing Director at Laser Corporation one of Australia's biggest tech brands - they've sold millions and millions of battery powered products and are calling for a big change in the Australian retail market. We've got your calls on NBN speeds, Optus 000 issues and Global Roaming. Plus, how did Geoff go with his battery issues? And what phone did Troy buy for his daughter? Thanks to Swann home security, and you can get in touch by texting 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone!

Google releases AI Mode for search but what does this mean for website traffic, Australians are spending more on streaming services, Uniden has released new Solo X2K cameras, we take a look at the TCL NXTPaper 11 Plus tablet, how good could a $369 laptop possibly be – we check out the Kogan Atlas E900, Netgear releases its most affordable Wi-Fi7 Orbi ever and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

We talk to a man who put his money down on a Zeerk 7X and just needs a test drive to lock it in - but what to do about home charging? Take the 7kW supplied or go all in? Andrew got in touch to tell us about his new Geely EX5 and the Two Blokes share their review of this affordable EV Plus, turning sceptics into owners, Trisha and her love for her MG4 Be part of the show, text or WhatsApp us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 - all thanks to Uniden and NRMA Insurance

Aussie Heath Ledger stars (as the Co-Star) in this Batman movie which sadly, was his last movie. A long one, and somewhat detailed, Trevor and Stephen look at what it meant and how it mattered. Perhaps better the more you see it? The Dark Knight, now on Fetch on your Hisense TV!

This week while Trev's in Italy, he and Stephen unpack the deal between Paramount/Channel 10 and LG for LG Channels What does this mean for viewers, and perhaps importantly what does it mean for the TV industry? ROG Xbox Ally is almost here, a reminder of what it is and why it's so cool. New Netgear Orbi has dropped and it's outstanding value. And some quick hits on Google's Smart home launch, A MagSafe SSD and price rises for Xbox Game Pass

Thanks to the awesome team at Uniden, there's another EFTM logo hitting the track at Bathurst and this week I speak to the driver of that race car - who has a lot of history at the mountain. Plus we look at Internet options and have a frank discussion about Parental Controls All thanks to Swann home security, you can be part of the show too - just text or whatsapp 0477 657 657

Samsung has released its largest TV ever, which social media platform will start charging users to store their images, it’s 14 years since Apple co-founder Steve Jobs died – we share some memories, we take a look at the new AirPods Pro 3, we check out the product that can expand your smartphone’s memory, Adobe launches Premiere video editing for the iPhone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

We've driven the MG S5 and it's some exceptional value for money, a decent sized SUV for a cracking price. Simon owns a KIA EV6 and has done big numbers of kilometers - what's it like? And Ian has some Mercedes Benz advice for Stephen Join us - text 0477 657 657

An iconic Aussie movie, about land rights? Or home ownership? or both? Stephen shares the amazing story of how this movie got made, while we unpack the scenes and highlights. The Kerrigan family should hold a special place in all our hearts. All thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

Structure!

Amazon has released a new range of cameras on their Ring and Blink brands with new features and smarts. Swann too has some new ones, while Arlo dips into Pan and Tilt with extra smarts. Optus dramas continue, so what now, and what next? The ROG Xbox Ally - what is it, why is it a big deal? And Chips/Silicon - do we care?

We're revisiting the NBN speed upgrade this week getting some tips from TPG about their approach and their new Super WiFi. We talk to Keith about arranging his photos by person and date Bill has Wifi questions and he's not alone. Geoff is cleaning up his devices And Aaron too is looking at his internet at home while Greg is wondering about getting the right news on 9Now Get in touch anytime thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 all thanks to Swann!

We talk exclusively with Ecovacs Robotics CEO David Chian, Optus has another Triple Zero outage, Arlo releases new pan and tilt security cameras, we take a look at the Deebot X11 robot vacuum, we run our eye over the new Samsung Galaxy S25 FE smartphone, we check out the Suunto RUN sportswatch and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Rocky has his Solar planned and a Home Battery and is now exploring the idea of an Electric Car. John is back with plans to replace the EV but does he get another EV or plug-in? And Alan has concerns about the lack of 22kW charging. Got an EV question or want to share your thoughts? Text us 0477 657 657

Russell Crowe as the Commander of a warship of a different era. It's a cinematic epic, which is the story of friendship and morals as much as it is about warfare. Watch it on your Hisense TV on your Fetch!

General Gibber

Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech unpack the Optus Triple Zero drama. A tragic day which cost four lives - but what happened? Should the CEO resign? Facebook's new Meta glasses - are they weird? And DJI has yet another tiny camera!

Laim joins Trev to talk about what prompted him to switch from Telstra to Kogan Mobile and just how much he's saving now! We're talking NBN speeds and making sure the home can cope, plus Apple AirPods as hearing aids? And choosing an iPhone for a 15 year old. Get in touch, Text 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone. The EFTM Podcast thanks to Swann Security

We’ll take you inside the Optus 000 Outage and explain what happened, Meta has unveiled new RayBan Display AI glasses, LG’s latest Signature TV that will set you back a cool $75,000, we review every new iPhone – the iPhone Air – the iPhone 17 and the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Trev has driven the stunning Cadillac Lyriq and thinks for those looking for a premium EV it should be worth a test drive. Debbie and her husband are looking for cars, and might end up with Two BYDs! Daniel has his first EV - we talk about the market in the UK, and Matt is back after looking at the Deepal E07 Get in touch, text us thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden and NRMA Insurance

Eric Bana is Mark Chopper Read - how he got the gig and the expectation of that we'll unpack this week as we revisit this classic 25 years later. Trev's seen it, and knows some of the great lines, but how do we rate this movie? Watch it on Fetch on your Hisense TV today!

Trev's just strange

Stephen and Trevor are back for Episode 700 of their 15 year running Two Blokes Talking Tech. This week we have the new iPhones to look at and show you, plus the NBN speed is up up up! And will you need to show ID to watch Porn? Time will tell.

It's Dementia Awareness Week, so we've dedicated this episode to a discussion about Dementia, so we can all learn about it's impacts and also the way it is cared for. Joining Trevor are Paul and Kate Colley who have personal stories to tell, but also now run a business providing amazing technology to support the elderly with independence and safety at home. You may not think you need to know, but you do, so please take it all in, and we'd love your feedback

Has Apple killed the SIM card after the release of the iPhone Air – the thinnest iPhone ever? We run our eye over all the rest of the Apple announcements, we take a look at Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, Journey releases an unlosable wallet, the latest tech behind the award winning Uniden Baby Monitors and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

A few weeks into owning a BYD Sealion 7 and Nev is impressed, but is it enough to make them a two EV houshold? Let us know where you're at in your EV journey and text us 0477 657 657 We run though some handy reference sites for detailed EV information, including a solution to the RANGE debate for your next car (or current car) And Stephen's thinking - what car next? EV DATABASE: https://ev-database.org/ AUSTRALIAN EV ASSOCIATION: https://aeva.asn.au/

Richard Gere - tick. Edward Norton - tick. But wait till you hear about the casting of this movie, and Edward Norton's career to this point, you might be shocked. This could be seen as a typical courtroom drama, and in many ways it is, but it also cuts deeper, so enjoy this with us for the first or another time! Thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

We're saving episode 700 for next week. Until then, Stephen and Trevor unpack all the news from Apple today New AirPods with Live translation are a hit. Solid updates to Apple Watch, including advanced health features. And the widely leaked iPhone range including the thinnest iPhone ever!

We're coming to you live from Berlin where we attended IFA 2025 and Samsung opened the show with a wrap up of their home AI and unveiled new micro RGB backlight technology - we chat about it with Phil Gaut Director of Consumer Electronics for Samsung Australia, Roborock has taken its robot vacuum smarts and taken it outside with a new range of robot lawnmowers, Ecovacs has unveiled the Deebot X11 which is stacked with features to give you an even better clean and we also talk to Karen Powell - the Ecovacs Director for Australia and New Zealand, Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S25 FE smartphone and the Galaxy Tab S11 tablet series, Belkin has new charging products and a new range of SoundForm earbuds and Apple iPhone 17 pricing will stay the same as iPhone 16 according to analysts and we'll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

This week we talk to an EV owner worried about range who went and got his battery tested, the result shocked him. We catch up with a man behind a business bringing power to people without the need for Diesel, and it's quiet - using OLD ELECTRIC CAR BATTERIES! Amazing! And Queen Penelope is back with some more thoughts and a story of how EV envy sold a Mercedes Benz. Be part of the show - text us on 0477 657 657

JAWS turns 50 - this is a monumental movie for so many reasons. So we've dug into our 200+ show archive to re-cast JAWS for you this week. Worth a re-watch, no matter how many times you've seen it!

Live from Berlin Stephen and Trevor are in town for the biggest tech trade show in Europe - IFA What games is Samsung playing? Are they trying to take some attention away from Apple? What new appliances are coming and how does AI fit into all that? Age assurance - the Government says it works! But that's BS says Trev And Arlo's new Event text describing your videos, plus a smart site to help you save on your next TV!

The Jabra product that can elevate your meeting – we talk to the Australian product manager Daniel Leary , Arlo adds new AI features to its popular security cameras Rode releases major software update to its Rodecaster Video, we take a look at the massive 98-inch Samsung Neo QLED TV, we also check out the Tineco Floor One S9 hard floor cleaner, we run our eye over the Quntis monitor light bars that can reduce eye strain and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

The all-electric Mercedes G-Wagon - tricks in a tank, the boys have driven an iconic car which is cheaper than it's petrol sibling - unusual! But still $300,000!! Benita talks about her brand new KIA EV3 and the journey to go electric. And some stats from KIA EV owners about tyre wear and 12V battery issues Be part of the show, thanks to Vodafone text us on 0477 657 657. All thanks to NRMA Insurance - a Help Company, and Uniden Smart Dashcams

You know the plot twist already right? If you don't then RUSH to watch The Sixth Sense - now. If you do, it's time to watch it again - despite knowing the core twist, this movie is re-watchable like many others, and it's a fantastic script, cast and overall movie. Do you agree? Does Trevor? Watch it on your Hisense TV on Fetch today!

Who are we kidding?

Apple's September event is locked and loaded, so let's run through all that we expect and why it should still get the hype you'd expect from a flagship phone launch like this. The all-new Google Pixel is out, so what's it like and is it the sleeper phone of the year? Perhaps? Video Selfies required for new bank accounts at NAB - is that safe? is there a better way? And radio in cars - why is it so hard!!