Telstra and Vodafone have launched Unlimited data plans, Stephen and Trevor unpack just how unlimited they are, who would need them and the controversy around the concept of unlimited. Plus, password dramas at Twitter and how risky the password use online is, LG launches a new flagship and it looks sensational, NSW to introduce cameras to detect mobile use in the car, Pocket Casts acquired by US Public Radio, Car Next Door for your car rental needs and the Minute reviews
May 04, 2018•52 min•Season 1Ep. 359
Lots of Amazon Alexa news this week with the launch of the Echo Spot, as well as new devices from UE the Blast and Megablast and Sonos have an Alexa Update too. Plus, Telstra's big fine for premium billing dramas, Landline phones are still a thing, but not after 2037, Amaysim hand Huawei Australia a drama - launching the P20 here early as a Grey Import, just what is a grey import and should you do it? The Spacetalk watch for kids of a very specific age and Stephen's Minute reviews
Apr 27, 2018•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 358
It's official, again - Telcos suck at customer service. Complaints are coming into the TIO at over 400 a day proving the telcos don't know how to help people with issues, Stephen and Trevor break it all down. Plus the NBN, yes the NBN - speeds are up, Kogan is involved and it's all happening. TVs TVs TVs and more TVs - the 2018 models are coming to stores so there's never a better time to buy a TV or wait for the latest and greatest, plus Optus officially goes unlimited and eBay makes life ease ...
Apr 17, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 357
This Facebook story drags on, what can you do, how do you stay on top of things, how can you lock down your profile and privacy . Apple has new gear all focussed no Education, the NBN is in the news with FTTC launching and their CEO leaving, Stephen is in the news for his Solar Panels and battery, Optus launch their 5G demo on the Gold Coast, Trev gets into online gaming with Far Cry 5 and the minute reviews.
Apr 09, 2018•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 356
The news this week is all about Facebook, our privacy shattered, our data used in political marketing so what has been compromised ? The blokes discuss, along with the update to Google Home which gives some solid Aussie sporting knowledge. Aussie Broadband opens the books on their data and congestion with public graphs, Huawei's Mate 10 has a secret feature that will please your mates, Apple's event next week - what to expect and why - and Telstra's super fast Samsung Galaxy S9. And our reviews ...
Mar 23, 2018•55 min•Season 1Ep. 355
Foxtel is ditching Cable TV and going 100% satellite in a bid to cut costs, and reduce downtime for customers - Trevor has the scoop, plus Samsung's new TVs - picture quality not the primary discussion point so what new features might get you buying a new TV. Fitbit ads a new watch and a kids tracker, Apple has announced WWDC and the blokes speculate as to what might come at that show. The NBN has a new monthly report showing good progress but there's still issues, and Optus ups the data and tes...
Mar 16, 2018•57 min•Season 1Ep. 354
Trevor and Stephen are in Barcelona for the annual Mobile World Congress trade show, this week they run through all the latest news and releases - brand new mobile phones from Samsung, Alcatel, Nokia, Sony and more and they share their thoughts on each and possible pricing and availability details - everything you need to know from MWC 2018!
Feb 26, 2018•38 min•Season 1Ep. 353
The Seven year itch? The blokes have been at this for seven years, some reflection then onto the news of the week. Texting and driving is in the spotlight again, and we discuss why, what needs to happen and what tech there is to prevent it. Samsung gets Commonwealth Bank before Apple for their Samsung Pay system, Could Seven be planning to charge for HD content on their catch up app? Would you be willing to pay for yet another streaming service? The local tour app Roamin allowing you to make mon...
Feb 22, 2018•46 min•Season 1Ep. 352
There's a new payment game in town, the banks have joined together to create a new faster transfer platform with immediate payments for us all - great news, but bloody hell why has it taken so long? DJI introduces the drone flyer quiz before you can fly here in Australia and the blokes think its fantastic. Samsung's next phone is out there for all to see, lots of new info we can run you through - the mobile phone repair service that comes to you, Fox Sports entry into eSports with the E-League a...
Feb 15, 2018•47 min•Season 1Ep. 351
The blokes are in Rome with Samsung for the South East Asia and Oceania Regional forum, this week they discuss all the news from Samsung, the latest Frame TV, soundbars, updates to Family Hub Fridges and the fully connected smart home. Plus, Apple's HomePod has launched, Trev has been to San Francisco and gives some insights into the detail Apple have gone to in developing the product but just what is it lacking? How romantic is Stephen? he thinks giving a breathalyser is cool for Valentine's! T...
Feb 09, 2018•53 min•Season 1Ep. 350
Samsung are set to announce the Galaxy S9 and S9+ in Barcelona - what we know, and what we think - plus Apple's HomePod pricing and availability is now known - what's it all mean? Commodore 64 is back! the blokes are a whole bunch more excited about that than the Nintendo back a year or so ago, DJI have a whole new compact Drone, Fetch TV adds channels, Audible recruits Michael Bolton, The Smart Home air-conditioner control that Trevor bloody loves and Stephen's minute reviews.
Feb 02, 2018•56 min•Season 1Ep. 349
All the tech news of the week with Amazon's Echo launching next week and a whole bunch of Aussie companies jumping on board, what is Google up to, how do they stack up and just where is Apple? Plus Vodafone's NBN price cuts, Innovations in banking on your mobile phone and Tim Cook speaks about the Apple Battery woes - all that and some gadget reviews this week on Two Blokes Talking Tech
Jan 23, 2018•44 min•Season 1Ep. 348
Before the boys leave town they catch up to discuss Netgear's new range, Alcatel's new phone, the Huawei Wifi system, D-Link's WiFi system plus Telstra's announcements of Narrowband Iot and 5G predictions, Trevor found some amazing AKG headphones while Stephen ducked into the Kitchen with Whirlpool
Jan 12, 2018•31 min•Season 1Ep. 347
Stephen and Trevor run through all the news from LG, Samsung, Sony, Hisense at CES in Las Vegas as well as discussing the future of cars and a bit of wireless charging too!
Jan 10, 2018•34 min•Season 1Ep. 346
All the fun gadgets from CES Unveiled - kicking off the biggest tech show of the year!
Jan 08, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 345
The boys are heading off to Las Vegas for CES so they stop to share their thoughts on the big show, plus talk about what they see coming in 2018 in TVs, Smartphones, Appliances, Smart home and more - a full preview of 2018 coming your way!
Jan 02, 2018•36 min•Season 1Ep. 344
Stephen and Trevor look back on 2017 and wonder what was the best and brightest, what stood out the most and what's memorable. From Google Home to Smartphones, Smart home, Toys and more - it's been a big year for tech!
Dec 27, 2017•37 min•Season 1Ep. 343
Stephen has seen it three times already so for a spoiler-free assessment of the latest Star Wars plus a look at all the Star Wars Toys the boys have got you covered. Disney now owns 21st Century Fox movies and more so what's it mean for the future of streaming, Google looks back on the year in Search, Virgin advocates gifting DATA this Christmas, and Amazon's top buys in Australia - plus the Minute reviews....
Dec 15, 2017•51 min•Season 1Ep. 342
Now that Amazon has launched what does it mean, how is and might retail change in Australia? Vodafone has had a big week with NBN launching and WIFi calling plus Apple Watch Series 3 support. There's news for Apple TV owners with Amazon Prime and Foxtel Now streaming available from today, plus Roaming news from Telstra and the minute reviews
Dec 07, 2017•48 min•Season 1Ep. 341
Lots of tech options for Christmas this year, Trevor and Stephen run through some ideas and hot items, plus eBay's new Google Home integration. Telstra's data on what age kids are getting smartphones and how to keep them safe. What Samsung is doing in the VR health space, Apple's new Melbourne store and the Bendigo Bank shock news. Netgear's WiFi solution for business - especially cafe's, and how to improve your Internet at home - all that, plus the minute reviews!
Nov 30, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 340
Telstra is offering Unlimited Data home broadband - that's not a typo, yes they're catching up and offering what others are offering in a bid to keep up and retain NBN customers, plus they have already started offering customers refunds on the NBN speed deal they did with the ACCC. Fitness First is first to market in the world with Apple GymKit, Where are you watching Netflix folks? Toilet? Turns out plenty are - we discuss the Netflix user survey, knowing your rights in the sharing economy, Aus...
Nov 17, 2017•49 min•Season 1Ep. 339
Why is Telstra in trouble, and are they just the first of many ISPs who might face ACCC action over their NBN sales techniques? What's Foxtel got in the box - just how big a deal is the "Foxtel Now Box", Call of Duty World War II is out - big game, big title, the boys have been playing it, RMIT offering Apple's SWIFT language learning course online, Google introduces Family Link a parental control system for ANdroid Devices, Stephen chats the future of energy and we've got the minute reviews...
Nov 09, 2017•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 338
A day ahead of its public release, Trevor and Stephen discuss all there is to know about the iPhone X after several days use. How good is the screen, what is it like to not have the home button - how different are the cameras and just what is FaceID like? We've got you covered with everything you need to know about the iPhone X
Nov 02, 2017•59 min•Season 1Ep. 337
We had to discuss it, it's been all the talk this week - the NBN - the ups the downs the politics and the drama, a comprehensive chat about where its at and what's next. Plus Telstra has updated their Telstra TV both for existing customers and a shiny new box coming at the end of the month, there's amazing developments in Cochlear Implants with a new Made for iPhone feature, Epson has a great new printer, DreamLab is available for iPhone so you can help cancer researchers while you sleep, there'...
Oct 25, 2017•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 336
Complaints are up and we're NOT HAPPY with our Telcos, they are treating us like crap and we're telling the TIO - rightly so, discussing that this week, plus the KRACK issue which makes all WiFi connections vulnerable, the new entrants to Apple Pay with Woolies and Eftpos, Huawei's new smartphones at the top end and mid-range, Gran Turismo SPORT reviewed, and D-Link's new photo sharing app, plus the minute reviews!
Oct 19, 2017•50 min•Season 1Ep. 335
This week Stephen is in South Korean visiting Samsung's headquarters so he joins us via FaceTime to tell us all about it, plus we discuss the Apple ID security risk, the stupid passwords people use highlighted this Stay Safe online week. Foxtel launches Cable NBN services finally, Star Wars gadgets and goodies plus guess who was first to see the new trailer? The Gadget to fix your posture woes, Arlo goes Solar and the portable charger for your laptop!
Oct 13, 2017•52 min•Season 1Ep. 334
Trevor and Stephen discuss the new Government plan to combine the State and Federal ID databases to create a new level of possibilities for facial recognition for law enforcement - what is the impact on privacy? Do you agree? Google has a bunch of new product and their new phone isn't the standout one. Camera testing and the best smartphone camera on the market, the new Sonos with Voice assistance, Fox Vision companion app for those watching Bathurst this weekend and Dominos battery powered pizz...
Oct 05, 2017•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 333
This week Trevor and Stephen look at the iPhone 8 and if it's worth the upgrade - the question most people are asking; plus the Samsung Note 8 performing well in pre-orders keeping Samsung happy. Comm Bank shuns Apple but launches Android Pay and Garmin Pay, Oppo release the R11 in FC Barcelona colours, Apple Watch Series 3 review and another speaker from Bose.
Sep 20, 2017•46 min•Season 1Ep. 332
Stephen and Trevor are in San Jose having just attended the Apple event at Steve Jobs Theatre, Apple Park. Tune in for all the news and views on the new iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X as well as the updates to the Apple Watch and Apple TV
Sep 13, 2017•55 min•Season 1Ep. 331
The blokes are off to Apple Park in Cupertino next week for the Apple iPhone launch so what's planned? what's the final wash up, what's likely? A long discussion about that, plus what you need to know about Telstra's new plans, Kogan's extra data and the Note 8 - and of course, we digress:)
Sep 07, 2017•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 329
