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Tech Guide

Stephen Fenech
Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech looks at the latest consumer technology news and reviews, talks to industry figures and answers all of your burning technology questions in his weekly podcast. It's the best way to stay updated and educated
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Tech Guide #570 - iPhone 15 Pro overheating issues, Meta Quest 3, DJI Mini Pro 4 drone

Apple has confirmed an overheating issue with the iPhone 15 Pro and what they are going to do about it, Meta has released the Quest 3 mixed reality headset, Norton has launched an all-in-one security solution for small businesses, we take a listen to the new JBL Live Free 2 noise cancelling earphones, DJI has released the Mini Pro 4 drone, the new ASUS smartphone that is bucking the large screen trend and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choic...

Oct 02, 202347 min

Tech Guide #569 - Microsoft launches Windows 11 Copilot that puts AI at your fingertips

We’ve returned from New York where we attended Microsoft's launch of Copilot – the new generative AI for Windows, Microsoft also launched new Surface laptops, Norton has launched its own secure and private browser, we take a look at the new range of Stihl’s battery-powered products for the yard and the garden, Dyson has released a new Solarcycle Morph light, Amazon has released new Echo products and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Sep 25, 202351 min

Tech Guide #568 - A wrap up of Apple's launch event

We’ve returned from the Apple Event and will take you through all the major announcements including the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and new AirPods Pro, Blackmagic Design has released a powerful camera app for iPhone, Boost Mobile updates iPhone trade in values ahead of iPhone 15 launch, Technics has released a next-level direct drive turntable and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

Sep 18, 202343 min

Tech Guide #567 - GoPro Hero12 Black, GOAT G1 robot mower, Sonos Move 2

GoPro has launched its latest Hero12 Black action camera, Ecovacs has expanded to the backyard with its first robot mower, Dyson releases its biggest air purifier for even larger spaces, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra tablet, Sonos has revealed its new Move 2 speaker, Bang & Olufsen joins forces with Ferrari to create a stunning audio collection and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Sep 11, 202351 min

Tech Guide #566 - Wrap up of the major announcements from IFA 2023 in Berlin

We wrap up the biggest announcements from the IFA tech trade show in Berlin, Apple has named the named the date for the iPhone 15 launch – what can we expect to see, Tesla has unveiled its new-look Model 3 which has been redesigned inside and out, we take a look at the new range of JBL earphones where you get to choose the form factor, Samsung has released a massive 57-inch gaming monitor, Netgear has released the world’s first unlocked mobile hotspot with 5G mmWave and WIFI 6E and we’ll answer ...

Sep 04, 202344 min

Tech Guide #565 - Samsung's tablets win major award, Aussie product lets you breathe underwater

Samsung has beaten Apple for the first time for an important consumer award for its tablets, the small affordable Australian-made product that lets you breath underwater, Kobo’s new all-you can read and listen book subscription, we take a look at Panasonic’s first 6-blade electric shaver, the Aspera Mobile affordable new smartphone with flagship features, the Sennheiser earphones that can also act as a hearing aid and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about ...

Aug 21, 202346 min

Tech Guide #564 - Navman's 4K dash cam, we drive the new MG4 EV

On this week’s show: Navman has released its first 4K dash cam – and they are saying it’s their best ever, we get behind the wheel of the new MG4 EV, why Mac users are being targeted by cyber criminals, we take a look at the DJI Air 3 drone, Nokia has released a sub $450 smartphone that you can repair yourself, Dyson’s Zone headphones, which we though were an April Fools Day joke when they were revealed, have now gone on sale in Australia and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Hel...

Aug 14, 202350 min

Tech Guide #563 - Vodafone State of Scams report, Norton Genie app to spot scams

The Vodafone State of Scams report is a real eye opener and shows we’ve still got a massive problem, Norton has released a new AI-powered app than can help you spot the scams, my affair with Tesla has come to an end – I’ve actually gome back to my ex, we take a look at the DJI Osmo Action 4 camera, Oppo has launched the new Reno10 5G smartphone, BlueAnt releases a tiny but mighty portable speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Aug 07, 202350 min

Tech Guide #562 - We're back from Seoul with new Samsung foldable smartphones

We’re back from the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event in Seoul with the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 and we talk to Samsung Australia Vice President Garry McGregor, the NBN is expanding its fibre footprint even further, DJI has launched a new dual-camera drone, Sony has unveiled its latest flagship noise cancelling earphones, Ecovacs is cleaning up with its latest robot vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Jul 31, 202350 min

Tech Guide #561 - Save money on your mobile data, the huge change for future smartphones

Are you paying for mobile data you don’t use? Circles Life can help you save money, Netflix’s password sharing crackdown has resulted in millions of new subscribers and why your future smartphone is going to be a lot different thanks to a new EU ruling. We take a look at the new way to charge your devices and organise your desktop at the same time, LG launches a coffee machine that looks out of this world, HP’s line-up of tank printers just got a lot smarter and we’ll answer all your questions i...

Jul 24, 202346 min

Tech Guide #560 - Special Scam Prevention Edition - Optus and Norton to the rescue

On this week’s show: We’re going to help you avoid being scammed – first up Optus has launched a new initiative with the banks and second, Norton releases a phishing dictionary to more easily identify scams. And it was also World Emoji Day (July 17) and we look at the latest emojis and how we’re using them, we take a look at the new Sennheiser Profiler USB Microphone, Hisense debuts its TV and appliance range by taking over a house in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, it's now easier to use your iPhone ...

Jul 17, 202349 min

Tech Guide #559 - Threads takes off and takes on Twitter, Prime Day bargains, a bigger Dyson

The new Threads platform is taking on and could possibly overtake Twitter, Ecovacs Robotics have revealed their Prime Day specials, we go through all the other bargains you can find this week, we take a look at the new Dyson cordless vacuum, we check out the Theragun Mini 2.0 is like have a masseur everywhere you go, the Bon.Elk devices that lets you add a dash of colour to your workflow and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Jul 10, 202348 min

Tech Guide #558 - Apple working on 30-inch iMac, Peloton's new fitness content, turn your laptop into a dual monitor

Apple is rumoured to be working on a 30-inch iMac, Peloton has launched new gaming-inspired fitness content, Meta rolls out new parental supervision tools for Facebook, Instagram and Messenger, we take a look at the new device that turns any laptop into a dual monitor set-up, Samsung has released is smart Bespoke AI laundry appliances, LG has unveiled its entry level laptop for students and young professionals and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your...

Jul 03, 202347 min

Tech Guide #557 - Say goodbye to passwords, cheapest EVs revealed, Google Pixel Tablet review

Forget remembering passwords – Apple is introducing passkeys, the race to have the cheapest EV in Australia is on, the Optus CEO admits they could have done things better after the data breach, we take a look at the new Google Pixel Tablet, MGI has launched a hi-tech remote control golf buggy, Hisense has released its 2023 range of smart TVs and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Jun 26, 202358 min

Tech Guide #556 - Tax time scam warning, our worst smartphone habits revealed

Norton has issued a warning about tax time scams – what to look out for and how to avoid becoming a victim, LG has launched its colourful range of appliances, Australia’s worst smartphone habits have been revealed, we take a look at the new 15-inch MacBook Air, we’ll take a listen to the LG Tone Free T90 earphones, we brush up on the Colgate Pulse connected electric toothbrush and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Jun 19, 202353 min

Tech Guide #555 - Our experience with the Apple Vision Pro, new Sony Bravia XR TVs

I was one of the first in the world to try Apple’s Vision Pro – I’ll tell you about the experience, we’ll go through the other software updates and hardware releases from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, Samsung has confirmed the launch location for its next foldable smartphone launch, we take a look at the new range of Sony Bravia XR TVs, Belkin’s new power bank that can charge both an Apple Watch and iPhone, STM has released a shatterproof screen protector and we answer all your questi...

Jun 12, 202356 min

Tech Guide #554 - Turning my back on Tesla, new Motorola Razr folding phone

The final chapter in my EV story – I’ve turned my back on Tesla, the App Store breaks the trillion dollar mark in 2022, the bargain large-screen TV you can buy at Aldi, we take a look at the new Motorola Razr 40 Ultra folding smartphone, BlueAnt launches a monster Bluetooth speaker, Uniden is giving away solar panels with its wireless security cameras and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Jun 05, 202340 min

Tech Guide #553 - Netflix dramas, Samsung Digital Key, JBL Tour Pro 2 review

The dramas have already started with the Netflix password sharing crackdown, Samsung launches a new digital key to unlock and start your car with a Galaxy smartphone, Sony has unveiled a new portable gaming device, we take a look at the JBL Tour Pro 2 earphones which have a smart case with a built-in display, ASUS has unveiled its OLED laptop range, the BackBone One PlayStation edition is finally available for Android users and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn m...

May 29, 202345 min

Tech Guide #552 - Running with the Rabbitohs and an MG ZS EV, Netgear Orbi review, ASUS ROG Ally

I’m catching up with the Rabbitohs at their new performance centre with an EV from their sponsors MG Motor, Amazon has released new Echo speakers for your home and your car, Optus has released an AI-powered feature that can add a lot of fun to your calls, we take a look at the Netgear Orbi 860 Series mesh wifi system, ASUS has unveiled its new portable gaming system, Canon has released a new camera for vloggers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about you...

May 22, 202345 min

Tech Guide #551 - Tesla cancels Model S in Australia, Emergency SOS via satellite on iPhone 14, Pixel 7a review

Tesla has cancelled the new Model S EV for Australian customers – and we’re not happy, Emergency SOS via satellite is now active in Australia and New Zealand, Segway-Ninebot has launched its new line up of electric scooters, we take a look at the Google Pixel 7a smartphone, Navman launches a new dash cam that blends into your car, Belkin's new BoostCharge Magnetic Power Bank 5K can keep you powered on the move and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your...

May 15, 202358 min

Tech Guide #550 - AI Bing opens to all, smartphones sales slump, Samsung A54 5G review

AI-powered Bing search and Edge Browser is now open to all, smartphone shipments continue to slump around the world – who are the winners and losers, Nokia releases one of the world’s toughest smartphones, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G, Anker launches a portable power station,. Jura has a sweet new coffee machine that can add new flavours to your brew and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

May 08, 202354 min

Tech Guide #549 - TikTok investigation, 5G network report card, Arlo Pro 5 2K review

TikTok launches an investigation – into itself, we take a look at the report card on the Australian 5G networks and how a smart speaker can get you back on track and motivated to achieve your goals, we take a look at the Arlo Pro 5 2K security camera, DJI has released a drone with a triple camera, Ecovacs makes a price breakthrough with its latest robot vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

May 01, 202355 min

Tech Guide #548 - Govt move to stop scam texts, National EV Strategy, Samsung OLED review

The Federal Government initiative that could protect Australians from text scams, the National Electric Vehicle Strategy has been formulated but will be enough to boost EV sales, Optus is deploying an AI Voice Assistant to make getting support faster and easier, we take a look at the Samsung 2023 OLED TV, we run you through the LG range of 2023 TVs, the new Prime Video accessibility feature that will allow to people to enjoy their movies and TV shows even more and we’ll answer all your questions...

Apr 24, 202354 min

Tech Guide #547 - Rode's new audio products, DJI Inspire 3, ASUS foldable laptop

Rode has released a number of new products at the National Association of Broadcasters Show in Las Vegas, DJI – as we predicted – has released the stunning Inspire 3, MG releases another affordable EV, we take a look at the ASUS Zenbook foldable laptop, the device from Morphee that can manage your anxiety and mental health, Fetch has had a major software update of it popular PVR and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

Apr 17, 202346 min

Tech Guide #546 - DJI's latest pro drone, get inside Amazon's robotic fulfilment centre

DJI set to reveal latest professional drone this week, Amazon now offering tours of its robotic fulfilment centre, Roborock unveils its latest S8 flagship robot vacuums, we take a look at the Kobo Elipsa 2E ereader which is also an ewriter, Oppo releases a new affordable yet stylish smartphone, Ecoflow releases its River 2 portable power stations and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Apr 10, 202343 min

Tech Guide #545 - Ford Mustang EV, Apple's 2023 WWDC, Sonos Era 300 review

Ford has unveiled its all-electric Mustang SUV, Apple has confirmed the date for the WWDC 2023 and what we can expect to see, the NBN is offering faster speeds for regional Australians, we get behind the wheel of the Tesla Model Y Performance, we take a listen to the new Sonos Era 100 and Era 300 speakers, the new robot that can clean your windows and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Apr 03, 202355 min

Tech Guide #544 - AI joins one of the world's most popular products, Optus $5 a day roaming

AI is now part of one of the most often used products in the world, Optus has introduced $5 a day international roaming – but is it as good as Vodafone’s, the surprising stats on the the age some kids are receiving their first smartphones, we take a look at the new Nespresso Vertuo POP, Arlo has released the Pro 5 2K security camera in Australia, the device that’s a game changer for those suffering hearing loss and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about you...

Mar 20, 202344 min

Tech Guide #543 - Take your power anywhere with NRGVault, new Sonos speakers

Now you can take your power anywhere with the NRGVault portable power banks, Sonos has released new smart connected speakers, Apple has launched a new classical music app, we take a look at the Oppo Find N2 Flip foldable smartphones, Uniden has released a dash cam for utes and work vehicles, Netgear’s M6 5G mobile hotspot has now been unlocked to work on any network and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Mar 13, 202352 min

Tech Guide #542 - Cybercriminals using ChatGPT to perfect their scams, MWC wrap

Cyber criminals turning to ChatGPT to make their scams even more convincing, Australians are feeling the pinch but are leaving savings on phone and internet deals on the table, we wrap up Mobile World Congress which just ended in Barcelona, we take a look at the Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 active noise cancelling earphones, significant upgrade for Windows 11 including iPhone connectivity, Meta rolls out new tools for teens to find and remove intimate and exploitive photos from social media platf...

Mar 06, 202352 min

Tech Guide #541 - Souths Juniors using tech to improve brain health protocols in rugby league

South Sydney Juniors has partnered with NeuroFlex to adopt game-changing brain health protocols, we’ll take a look at the Rode NT1 mic with dual connect, Uniden has launched its new smart baby monitor, you can now make free calls to mobiles and landlines with Alexa on your Echo smart speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 27, 202348 min
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