The boys are LIVE in New York just hours after Samsung Unpacked with all the news. Two new Note phones for the first time, plus a range of really great features to take Note devices to a new level. There's also questions about what this means for Apple - and other new devices from Samsung including a new laptop coming to Australia. New fitness smartwatches and a solid partnership with Microsoft - lots to discuss!
The blokes are about to head to New York with Samsung, so what are we expecting, what's new - what will the Note 10 look like - will there be two? And the Galaxy Fold is back and coming too! The TIO have turned their focus to the shoddy tactics being used by some telcos to trick people into switching over, Stephen explains. While Trev looks at why it's so hard for people to find the Ashes and asks why people are watching in SD!! Could the next iPhone support Apple Pencil? That's what Stephen rec...
Foxtel is announcing a big change today, and the two blokes have the scoop - it's all about Netflix and how Foxtel users can stay Foxtel users while also getting what they need outside of the platform. NBN announces it's reached 10 million Aussie homes, so how many are connected and what issues are there still? Kanstar reckons 13% of Aussies have a Smart Speaker and the stats will surprise you in the details. Gaming is good, don't let anyone tell you otherwise - the ages will surprise as will th...
It's World Emoji day - do you know why we celebrate that on July 17?? Tune in! There's new emojis for 2019 and while some are serious some are downright silly. Plus Zaap the new payment card for kids with a wearable payment band has launched, there's a few good leaks out pointing to change with the Samsung Note 10 and an interesting looking 2019 iPhone range. DJI is taking the lead on drone safety with new features and ideas, Fetch TV adds channels for the Free to Air catch up services and Huawe...
Boost Mobile are getting into the game of selling refurbished smartphones and the deals are exceptional. Sony's latest fully wireless in-ear headphones are in the blokes ears and the initial results are promising. Hisense has gotten into the Soundbar game, LG's new smartphone has a palm reading feature and a stunning deal for the first 1000 buyers, Huawei are thinking after sales service for their growing customer base, Apple has gotten rid of the Macbook with an upgraded Macbook Air and Macbook...
NBN is in some hot water over the idea of a charge for streaming content, the so-called Netflix Tax - the blokes discuss it and their views aren't equal. Samsung is in hot water with the ACCC over their water resistance claims and they intend to fight it. Apple Watch takes centre stage in the Women's Ashes and gets Tim Cooks stamp of approval, the Commodore 64 is back - again, better this time. How and why is your Uber rating so low? Trev has an idea. Jony Ive has left Apple - why? And the minut...
Telstra has made good on their promise to reduce the clutter in their plan offering, and they've announced less than 20 total plans. Plus, they've followed Vodafone's lead and separated the handsets from the mobile plans themselves. Apple's new iOS is in Public Beta along with MacOS and the blokes are testing it to give you their views . Channel 9 adds a HD channel for the Ashes and SBS is about to launch their third - so things are looking up for Free to Air TV. Alcatel has three new low cost p...
NSW is going digital with drivers licences, the blokes discuss the process and the whole system and consider the fully digital wallet. Panasonic have a concept for a Transparent TV! Yep, when it's off, it's not there! Uber taking to the skies, after Trev's trip the blokes discuss, plus a new independent solar panel program in Sydney's west. Netflix's big numbers and Google's AR mapping plus the minute reviews
There's lots of news to cover from Apple's annual developers conference so the blokes are Live with a full wrap of things including all the changes to iOS, the split for iPad getting it's own operating system, changes to Mac OS including the somewhat controversial changes to iTunes and the many new additions to Apple Watch through Watch OS 6 - all thanks to Netgear and Uniden
This week thanks to Netgear and Uniden, Stephen and Trevor talk through the tech news of the week, including the launch of 5G looking at a few of the new devices available at Telstra. They wear and test the Bose Frames - sunglasses with built in speakers. Lenovo's Smart Clock is a winner with the blokes, There's a new iPod Touch out, Intel has a vision for the laptop of the future, Stephen has advice to keep your eyes on track plus the Minute reviews
Huawei faces a bleak future if they can't use US companies to help make their phones - or do they? And does this US trade ban impact current Huawei device owners - the blokes discuss in detail. Plus the 5G switch on, Telstra going Live with HTC 5G hub in the home and on the go, Samsung's phone also launching next week. Apple Pay gets a triple boost with banks and concert tickets hitting the Apple Wallet, Samsung's innovative approach to desk space, Minecraft at your local park and Stephen's Minu...
This week talking Tech, the blokes look at the news that Apple is on more devices, with Apple TV on Samsung TVs and Apple Music on Amazon Alexa speakers - a big week! WhatsApp has a drama with a massive security breach, GoPro under attack with a stunning new camera from DJI the Osmo Action the blokes take a look. Telstra's new rewards program, Folding laptops, Optus 5G and the minute reviews
Google's annual I/O developer conference keynote is over and there are new phones, new names for Google products and updates to android - all in the name of Privacy. Plus, Dyson's car patents - a potentially strange looking car is coming, but it will be amazing for sure. eSports are big, bigger than Trevor expected, Samsung's new Galaxy A devices, Facebook's VR and the dating app for Over 50's. Plus, our Minute reviews.
The internet is abuzz with word of a problem in the latest Game of Thrones, the show is too dark! Not the themes, the actual video - DARK.. Stephen Explains. Plus the latest on the Samsung Fold dramas. Apple iPhone rumours for 2019, Amazon and Google make friends, Apple's stance on Privacy and the minute reviews...
Some dramas for Samsung today as the Galaxy Folds nears it's on sale date there's reports of broken screens and accidental damage to multiple - Stephen and Trevor discuss just what Samsung can do and what steps must happen next. Hisense's 2019 TV range gets pricing, Hey Google - I'm lazy, get me a pizza - that's a thing now, Notre Dame and how technology can help the rebuild, Stephen gets a chance to Talk Star Wars plus he's found a hot price on the top end iPhone - plus two big reviews..
Stephen is back from Paris and it's an Electric debate he's walked into, The blokes discuss the future of electric cars and some of the myths that have circulated in the last week or so. Plus, the Huawei P30 Pro - stunning camera, amazing phone - plus, the size of the App economy in Australia, Samsung's new Opal Card tap and go strategy, Telstra's loyalty program and the minute reviews which go a whole lot longer than a minute.
Stephen and Trevor have travelled to separate parts of the world to ensure you have all the news from two of the biggest tech names - Apple and Huawei. Apple's ShowTime event got lots of attention, but what do the blokes make of Apple News+, Apple Arcade and Apple TV+? A complete analysis on this show. Plus, Stephen's in Paris for the Huawei P30 launch - amazing camera - is that all it offers and can it take on Samsung
It's a big week for LG with their entire 2019 range of TVs announced, so Trevor and Steve are breaking down everything from the models, the prices, the technology used as well as the smarts on board each of the LG 2019 Models, plus some great new Soundbars coming in 2019.
Samsung have announced pricing for their 8K QLED TVs which will hit Australian stores next month - so just how much are you willing to pay, and who are 8K Screens aimed at? Apple has an event in two weeks - TV subscriptions? News paywalls? What to expect? Samsung Galaxy S10 reviews - the good the bad and the awesome, BenQ's True 4K Projectors, Alcatel's kids watch, the Vending machine for Uber passengers and Stephen's minute review
Well, the hype didn't last long for Samsung - Trevor and Stephen discuss the amazing response to Huawei's folding phone the Mate X and how this could well be the most exciting technological innovation period since the start of the Smartphone. They talk 5G everything including networks, and handsets, and take a look at what's happening with Smartphone cameras too.
Everything you need to know about the all-new Samsung Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10e as well as the S10 5G, the Galaxy Fold, the Galaxy Buds, the Galaxy Watch Active and the Galaxy Fit - yep, the biggest launch event ever!
The boys discuss Stephen's top five phones under $500 and why they are each worth of consideration, Tesla has updated to allow your dog to sit in comfort while you head to the shops, Trev tries the Huawei Watch GT and has a long go at it, Steve buys a crazy Sony Projector, Trev not sold on the Mac Mini, Netflix brings to iOS what Android already had and D-Link takes aim at Arlo
Research firm Telsyte have looked at the market for Smartphones and reckon sales in 2018 were way down, and it's because we're put off by the higher prices - plus there's a sense of something big coming, the blokes discuss that this week. Plus, Facebook is 15 years old - so is it a good thing or a bad thing in our world? Stan has upped their prices, raising questions for you, Sonos have an in-home built-in ceiling and wall mounted speaker solution, Audible is bringing back the power of the word ...
Optus has switched on 5G and is inviting people to sign up for their Mobile Home Broadband via 5G rolling out across Australia - interesting times - Apple's had a rough week with a security and privacy bug discovered in group Facetime calling, at the same time good news for those wanting to learn more about Apple products with an expanded range of Today at Apple courses to do, the boys discuss Smart Watches and the legality of them, and we look forward to Mobile World Congress in Barcelona
The boys are back from CES and are kicking things off with a discussion about the future of cars. Steve and the Tesla, Trev and the Jag - it's an interesting discussion about the future on our roads. Samsung's S10 event is slated for Feb 21 Australian time, so what do we expect? There's also a new Ring product, a new Belkin charge and some super expensive headphones coming... All discussed this week on Two Blokes Talking Tech.
What a show, the biggest tech show in the world is wrapping up, so the boys look at a whole bunch of products that caught their eye over the last few days, enjoy the last CES 2019 podcast thanks to Netgear and Uniden.
The big names are out with news and products, so Trevor and Stephen digest and dissect what came from LG, Hisense, Samsung and Sony on Press day at CES 2019
Live from Las Vegas, Trevor and Stephen have just attended CES Unveiled to see a range of new and exciting products. From The belt that tracks activity and waist line, to the bicycle vest with airbags, the sleep solutions, cat feeding with facial recognition, smart speaker light switches, bread vending machine, eye testing, clothes folder, smart beer fridge and the useless robot. It's all here.
Looking back on the tech of 2018, the best phones, tablets, laptops, TVs and everything else, plus a look forward to 2019. Thanks for listening this year!
Stephen finally has NBN and his experience getting connected is a lesson for Optus, the telcos and customers getting FTTC, but the good news is, it's flying. Freeview is now on your browser, so there's an easy way to watch live TV just using your web browser. Huawei are helping deaf kids learn to read with a new app using AI, the app that helps you save someone else's life by stopping them from texting and driving, the smart cricket bat sensor to help you with your swing and Tom Cruise's impassi...
