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Apr 26, 2024•37 min
Two Blokes Talking Tech
Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech
Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech love technology - every week they'll talk about the latest news, moves, reviews and information about anything technology!
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TBTT #630 - AI is taking over, or is it?
Yes, the cover art for this episode is AI generated, by Meta AI "Imagine two aussie blokes talking technology for a podcast" - not sure how you rate it's efforts? We hear some AI music fails, and discuss Meta's AI play Apple has news, soon, about iPads - unpacking that. Plus the Uber move for parents helping get those kids home safe And Belkin's new Qi2 chargers
Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 5 min
EFTM: More AI Music and all your talkback calls
This week Trev can't help himself and dives back into the AI jingle generator plus loads of calls from listeners needing help and advice. We like spending listener's money and this week we help Stewart with a printer recommendation and Nathan with a smart watch combatable with his phone, Sean has a decision to make whether to upgrade his faulty iPhone or whether to pursue a fix under Australian consumer law. We also have recommendations for choosing the right ISP and the podcast wouldn't be comp...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Tech Guide #597 - A deep dive into the 2024 Hisense TVs, Kobo colour e-readers
We talk to Hisense Australia’s Chris Mayer who explains the new features of the 2024 range of TVs, Sony has united its new TVs and soundbars under the Bravia banner, we take a look at the new Kobo colour e-readers, Rode has launched new microphones and mounts, we check out the lunchbox that can heat itself up so you can enjoy a hot meal anywhere and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.
Apr 23, 2024•56 min
Electric Cars: Power your home with your car
The frustrations of a broken charger - why? How will the industry get this together? We talk to man with a Porsche EV plan And powering your home with your car, even sending it's stored power back to the grid - the future is here, we just need to get on it.
Apr 21, 2024•40 min
Movies: Phone Booth
It's human nature to answer a ringing phone - but would you ever think you'd live to regret such a simple thing? Collin Farrell stars as the PR guy stuck front and centre in this thriller with Forest Whitaker there along with Katie Holmes and even Kiefer Sutherland A sniper, a phone booth and you'll be on the edge of your seat - Trev was as he watched for the first time under Stephen Fenech's guidance.
Apr 20, 2024•1 hr 2 min
#629 PRIVATE - A tough week
Thoughts go out to anyone impacted
Apr 19, 2024•30 min
TBTT #629 - First look at what could be the iPhone 16 features, Boring and Nothing phones
Trev’s got some shiny new devices that are nothing but metal but tell us a lot about the next Apple iPhone - will it be a Shutter button? The Two Blokes Discuss Plus, the Boring Phone - why, and what is it? And the Nothing Phone - what is that and what does Trev think - is it great value? Finally, Tech reviews - a tough gig?
Apr 18, 2024•1 hr 7 min
EFTM: Travel Tech Advice and the AI Jingle MADNESS
Lots of calls this week thanks to Producer Rob! So, get your ears listening for loads of advice, feedback and tech tips. Plenty related to Travel too - so many ideas and tips for security and data when you travel. Plus the AI Jingle Madness that is quite simply MIND BLOWING!
Apr 17, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Tech Guide #596 - Samsung talks about its latest TVs, DJI's new Avata 2 FPV drone
We talk to Samsung Australia’s Jeremy Senior about the 2024 range of TVs, DJI has introduced the new Avata 2 FPV drone, we take a look at the BlueAnt Soundblade computer speaker, Sennheiser’s new earphones can measure your heart rate, Dyson introduces a new way to see how well you’ve vacuumed and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.
Apr 16, 2024•46 min
Electric Cars: March New Car sales & Global EV Sales
Stephen and Trevor unpack the March new-car sales data in Australia, how well are EVs selling - and which ones are most popular. Similarly, which cars are popular overseas. We talk to EV owner Dean who owns not one, but two Teslas! And the apps you need - why why why do we need so many EV charging apps?
Apr 14, 2024•34 min
Movies: When Harry Met Sally
With as many Seinfeld-like references as one could want, Trevor and Stephen unpack a classic and very well known movie - When Harry Met Sally From where that famous cafe is, to who the whole thing is based on, Stephen brings Trev on a wild ride unpacking this classic A love story, a Comedy and so much more.
Apr 13, 2024•1 hr 6 min
#628 PRIVATE - GAP MAN
It happened.. as promised
Apr 12, 2024•35 min
TBTT #628 - TV Season continues, Phone Scam and Hacking Warning
Samsung has announced its key TV features and prices for their 2024 range, including the Music Frame - something very different. Stephen and Trevor have taken a look. Plus Hisense has their pricing for 2024 and while the prices are similar to last year, the TV's are a big step forward. A worrying scam on a Queensland man who blames Optus, but Trev - wait for it, comes to Optus' defense on this one. Telstra's 3G phone checker and Google's Find My alternative ready to launch!
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr 4 min
EFTM: How long does your Apple ID exist if unused? And important scam awareness
Travel tips for eSIM use and Tablets vs Chromebook - a few people taking to the skies soon! A curious question about an Apple ID, and a big spending addiction to audio. Talking Scams with Amazon, and a whole new way to get in touch! To SMS or What'sApp message us - 0477 657 657 folks!
Apr 10, 2024•54 min
Tech Guide #595 - How Amazon is preventing scams, the most popular affordable tech
We talk to Amazon Australia’s Public Policy Manager Julia Steward about how Amazon is preventing scams and we’ll also chat with Chris Lau from Laser about the trends he’s observing when it comes to affordable technology, we take a look at the Geekom Mini IT13 PC, we check out the Australian-made software platform that puts all your entertainment in one place, we explain how you can watch sport for free on Hubbl and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.
Apr 09, 2024•52 min
Electric Cars: Chinese EV invasion, the EV Marketplace online & the Ford Mach-E
On this week's show the all new cars from China being announced, and some coming to Australia - new brands to keep an eye on Amazing EV the place to buy and Sell EVs - the owner and founder talks to us. And the Ford Mach-E - what's it like??
Apr 07, 2024•36 min
Movies: U571
The German U Boat could hold the key to winning the war. Starring Matthew McConaughey along with Bill Paxton, Harvey Keitel and even people Trev doesn't recognise, this is the story of a US Sub heading to recover the Enigma Cipher Machine Watch it along with us for the first or repeat times, and enjoy unpacking it with Stephen and Trev
Apr 05, 2024•57 min
#627 PRIVATE - Wedding Bells
Life's good
Apr 05, 2024•35 min
TBTT #627 - The Digital ID and Meta's war on news
The two blokes unpack what a Digital ID is and how it's made to protect us, not take from us. So the question is - do you support a Digital ID? Will you use one? Meta's war on news continues as the News Tab disappears - but did anyone notice? What next for the media and Facebook? Also Uniden's latest Dashcam is a cracker, and just some talk about Nothing
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min
EFTM: How's Hubbl going for you?
How big can your TV be in the room you have? We discuss that with one caller seeking something very big. Plus which technology? And if you've got old movies - how can you digitise them? Hubbl feedback from Colin, and Mark's a fan.
Apr 03, 2024•52 min
Tech Guide #594 - Best tech April Fool's Day pranks, Uniden DashView 60R review
We talk about the latest tech April Fool’s Day pranks, LG releases its highly anticipated portable 4K projector, Boost Mobile expands into high speed broadband on the NBN, we take a look at new Uniden Dash View 60R dash cam, we also check out D-Link Aquila Pro mesh wifi routers, Aspera Mobile latest affordable smartphone has all the features except a high price tag and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.
Apr 02, 2024•40 min
Electric Cars: The EV Council on Government NVES and another Tesla owner
is CarPlay an essential for a new car? Stephen's relatively new to it, so gives us his views. We talk to the CEO of the EV Council about the Government's recently introduced New Vehicle Emissions Standards And a brand new Tesla owner joins us!
Mar 31, 2024•38 min
Movies: When We Were Kings
Is this a movie? Well, it's a Movie-length documentary and it's an absolute favourite of Stephen Fenech. The story of Muhammad Ali's epic battle with George Foreman which took place in Zaire. And it wasn't all smooth sailing. If it was a screenplay you wouldn't have changed a thing. Watch it with Trevor who doesn't even know who wins the fight.
Mar 30, 2024•1 hr 9 min
#626 PRIVATE - Dentures
Getting old?
Mar 29, 2024•30 min
TBTT #626 - Apple's WWDC date and DOJ Drama, Samsung Cooking and more tech news
Trev's Fancy Withings watch which is smart, but also stylish - that's the Scanwatch Nova. The blokes also discuss Apple's WWDC and what needs to be announced there with Vision Pro and AI. Samsung wants you to use connected cooking appliances, so how good can a smart fridge be? The Private Feed: https://youtu.be/9yGOapqImQM
Mar 28, 2024•1 hr 7 min
EFTM: Boost Broadband confirmed - what will it be?
Boost Mobile Founder Peter Adderton joins Trev this week to discuss Boost Broadband. How will a new player differentiate itself? What will entice people to join. Plus, some of Trev's whacky ideas Your calls on TVs, Security and more All this week on the EFTM Podcast
Mar 27, 2024•39 min
Tech Guide #593 - Scammers now using AI - how to stay safe
The battle against scams and identity theft just got even harder thanks to AI and we talk to Norton’s Mark Gorrie about how we can stay safe, Arlo launches a new site so you can bundle and save on security products, we take a look at new Dreame robotic lawn mover, we check out the Verbatim Share my Screen 4K, the smart home market is about to explode despite cost of living pressures and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.
Mar 26, 2024•48 min
Electric Cars: An Electric Ute for Australia! And the high performance EV for research purposes
Isuzu has announced an all-electric Ute is coming to Australia, the blokes discuss this, plus a partnership between Nissan and Honda. We talk to Malcolm who is in the market for an EV and is keen on some additional input. And, we talk to Sriram Pakkam from Ford Performance about the Ford SuperVan and it's record breaking laps and what it means for future EVs
Mar 24, 2024•39 min
Movies: World War Z
Brad Pitt stars as the only really big name in a movie derived from a book, but adapted to suit the big screen. But what did the Author think of it? Stephen Fenech takes Trevor Long through the movie and the details of production. But will Trev like it? Zombies after all - aren't "real" - Fire up the Fetch on the big-screen Hisense and see for yourself.
Mar 23, 2024•58 min
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