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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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MOVIES: Pulp Fiction

Pulp Fiction, written and directed by Quentin Tarantino is one hell of a classic in so many ways. Starring John Travolta in his comeback role alongside Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis, Tim Roth, Ving Rhames, and Uma Thurman. It's funny, witty, brutal, and an all round great watch - but what will Trev think? He's watching for the first time while Stephen picks up new things on his hundredth go-around. Watch on Fetch up on your big-Screen Hisense TV today!

Jan 14, 20221 hr 23 minSeason 1Ep. 634

Tech Guide Episode 484 - the latest tech and gadgets from CES 2022

We were in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and new wrap all the major announcements as well the quirkiest gadgets, health and wellness devices and those that can keep us COVID safe and also tell you if you have COVID in seconds. And we'll answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Jan 11, 202256 minSeason 1Ep. 640

MOVIES: AVATAR

James Cameron's blockbuster Avatar tops the charts as the highest grossing movie of all time, and it was ahead of its time. This film features some of the most impressive visual effects in cinema history, to the point it had to be filmed only when the technology required was available. Aussie Sam Worthington has the lead in this clash between the Mining Giant and the local population. It's one of Stephen's favourites but this is the first time Trev's watched it. Watch it now using Fetch up on yo...

Jan 07, 20221 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 633

#518b - CES 2022 Day 3 - Time to wrap up

Reflecting on CES 2022 as the show wraps up on the third and final day. Stephen and Trevor talk robot coffees, Electric cars and the Elon Musk Boring tunnel. And what next for CES? What will 2023 hold?

Jan 07, 202230 minSeason 1Ep. 639

#518a - CES 2022 - SHOW OPEN - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS

The Show is open and the Blokes have checked out the big names and some small.. What's new from LG, what's Samsung doing and why is Sony talking about Cars? Plus Hisense has their big Laser TVs and there's everything from Robot Barista's to Massage Robots. We've got you covered.

Jan 06, 202249 minSeason 1Ep. 638

Tech Guide Episode 483 - we're off to Las Vegas for CES 2022

We're off to Las Vegas for the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show, Samsung has unveiled a new tablet that’s faster and with a larger display and LG has entered the gaming laptop market, we’ll take a look at Technics AZ60 wireless earphones, the StayGo Mini from TwelveSouth that makes your iPad even more versatile, we check out HP’s new OfficeJet 9010e printer and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Jan 05, 202237 minSeason 1Ep. 636

#518 - CES 2022 - Unveiled - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS

LIVE from Las Vegas, Stephen and Trevor kick off the Annual CES with a look at the fun and quirky gadgets on show. How big will CES be? How many people are here? How hard was it to get to the USA? The Blokes are back with bang in 2022!

Jan 04, 202237 minSeason 1Ep. 637

MOVIES: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

An Oscar Winning classic - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a docu-like look at the lives of the men inside a mental institution. Jack Nicholson stars as Randle McMurphy - new to the ward but his situation is different to most there as he finds out. An amazing cast, including Louise Fletcher as Nurse Ratched, while we also see the film debuts for Christopher Lloyd and Brad Dourif. Stephen knows it like the back of his hand, but this is Trev's first time watching. Follow along as we unpack the ...

Dec 31, 20211 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 633

MOVIES: Die Hard

Die Hard is NOT a Christmas Movie - Or is it? That's a big part of the debate around this brilliant film. Bruce Willis stars as the one man in the wrong place at the wrong time, but can he save the day - and his Marriage?? Stephen has seen this one a LOT of times, Trev, in this case has seen it - but his views on the Christmas "theme" might not go down well with some.

Dec 24, 20211 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 629

Tech Guide Episode 482 - 2022 workplace changes, new Hisense and LG TVs, Oppo folding phone

Why the workplace of 2022 is going to look a lot different after the pandemic, Hisense and LG unveil their 2022 TVs ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show, Espresso reveals Version 2 of its handy portable displays, we take a look at Epson EcoTank ET4850 printer which comes with enough ink to last up to two years, Oppo unveils its first foldable smartphone, the wireless phone charger that can also double as a photo frame and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Dec 21, 202150 minSeason 1Ep. 632

MOVIES: The Martian

Matt Damon is an Astronaut and he gets stuck on Mars all alone, left for dead by his crew. He has to survive years, in a space camp built to last just weeks. This epic story spans two planets with an all-star cast working out how to rescue this man who the world though was dead. Stephen Fenech and Trevor Long unpack the scenes the story and the plot thanks to Fetch and Hisense in The Best Movies You've Never Seen

Dec 17, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 628

#517 - 2022 Announcements begin

CES might be weeks away, but that's not stopping the announcements from starting. LG kicks it off with some stunning lifestyle TVs including one that's like nothing we've seen before. Oppo announces their answer to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold with the Find N and it looks impressive. Optus takes the lawyers to Boost over off-track action at Bathurst, Google Maps adds a new layer to Maps - alongside traffic can be current Bushfires. And, we wrap up the year that was, and look ahead to 2022.

Dec 16, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 630

EFTM: Inspiring kids creativity using technology

This week I talk to a YouTuber with almost six million subscribers about getting there, building an audience and just how much pressure it is to be doing something so cool, that many think is going to just be fun? Plus, the EFTM awards for 2021 - your utterly exclusive full list right here for Podcast listeners only. And your calls on tech - helping you where I can! The last show for the year, so thank you, and I'll be back in 2022 - Two Blokes Talking Tech continues :)

Dec 15, 20211 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 626

Tech Guide Episode 481 - Smartphones too expensive, new Apple Maps, Optus Call Notes

Are smartphones too expensive? Many Australians thinks so, Apple rolls out its latest version of Maps, Optus launches a new feature that can transcribe your mobile calls in real time, we’ll take a look at the Huawei MateBook X Pro laptop, the Navman products that can keep you safe on the road this summer, we’ll give you some last minute gadget gift suggestions and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Dec 14, 202151 minSeason 1Ep. 627

MOVIES: A Few Good Men

Few people would not have seen a Few Good Men, absolutely no-one hasn't heard the famous line "You can't handle the truth". This week Stephen steps us through one of the greatest movies of all time, it's plot, the facts you didn't know, and the plot holes to go along with it. All the while Trevor is blown away by the cast, and the performance. Sit back, Switch on your big-screen Hisense TV, fire up the Fetch and ask for "A Few Good Men".

Dec 10, 20211 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 624

#516 - Preparing for holidays!

This week we look at the upcoming holidays and discuss all the things you need to know about buying Dashcams, and the different features. Plus, you're not home? How to use smarts to pretend you are, and secure your home creating deterrents for any nastys! Google's year in Search is out, what we searched for - and why. TCL's latest phone, tablet and headphones and why Electronic Voting was a fail for NSW.

Dec 09, 20211 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 625

EFTM: Epic Headphone Test - 15 headphones

Just how do headphones sound when you are on the phone? You think you've got a great pair for listening to music and podcasts, but have you ever been on the other end of your own phone call? Now you can be. I test 15 sets of in-ear headphones and see how they sound! Plus, Tim the Lawnmower Man - famous on TikTok - how does a bloke make cutting the lawns look fun and make so much content? And your calls on tech questions, you can get in touch via EFTM.com and click ASK TREV!

Dec 08, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 622

Tech Guide Episode 480 - Prince William, new WFH trends, most popular apps and videos

We hear from Prince William – he is the latest guest in Apple’s Time to Walk episode, one in five Australians will continue to work from home after the pandemic, we’ll let you know the most downloaded apps and the most watched YouTube videos of the year, we’ll give you some Christmas gift suggestions based on products we’ve already reviewed, TCL launches a new tablet, new earphones and a sub-$250 smartphone, Optus wants you to Donate Your Device to help someone less fortunate and we’ll answer al...

Dec 07, 202146 minSeason 1Ep. 623

MOVIES: Heat

A heist movie that is all action from start to finish. Of course, Stephen has seen this plenty of times, rates it as one of his top picks, but amazing as it seems, Trevor has never seen it! Written and directed by Michael Mann this is an all-star cast. Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Jon Voight, and Val Kilmer A gang of robbers, and a red hot detective in LA - here's our unpacking of Heat.

Dec 03, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 620

#515 - Social Media unmasked

The Federal Government's Social Media war continues, this time - anonymous trolls and defamation. How the Government plans to bring it to an end. Plus Telstra's work on stopping Scam SMS messages is ramping up. e-Scooter trials in NSW making the smooth riding dream a reality, Optus looking to re-use your old device for a good purpose, meanwhile Kayo and Binge are finally on LG TVs!. Plus, the year that was in Music, Apple and Spotify!

Dec 02, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 621

EFTM: We have to talk about scammers

We have to normalise talking about scams. This week a caller who's family had a front row experience with scammers. Also, NSW is trailing e-scooters - is this a good thing? And in NSW you can vote online - is that the same in other states? And your calls on a range of other issues, plus a last chance to win that $8,399 TV from LG!!

Dec 01, 20211 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 618

Tech Guide Episode 479 - Gen Z digital illiterates, Telstra blocking scam texts, Surface Go 3

Research suggests most of the social media savvy Gen Z are actually digitally illiterate, Apple has introduced digital legacy to determine who can access your iPhone after you die, Telstra has developed technology that can block annoying scam text messages, we check out the Surface Go 3 Windows 11 tablet, Binge and Kayo Sports apps now available on LG TVs, Rode releases the Lavalier II wearable microphone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Nov 30, 202146 minSeason 1Ep. 619

MOVIES: American Psycho

Well this is a bit different - American Psycho is a 2000 black comedy directed by Mary Harron and it's one of Stephen's favourites, because he read the book a heck of a lot of times and wants a movie representation to be faithful to the book. It's about excess and selfishness of the Yuppy era in the late 1980s, starring Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman somehow Trevor and Stephen bring Seinfeld into the episode. This is a podcast about a movie that everyone's seen - except Trevor.

Nov 27, 20211 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 616

#514 - Merry Christmas?

It's Black Friday sales week. Christmas is SOON - so what's hot for Christmas, what ideas can the Two Blokes offer for your Christmas shopping trips - that's our first order of business! TPG sets a 5G World Record that's nothing to do with speed - yay:) Stephen's into the Slow cooking with a Treager Grill cooking up some ribs via WiFi. Trev looks at the Huawei MateBook Family of laptops and The new HomePod Mini - same speaker, new colours!

Nov 25, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 617

EFTM: Laptops, a Giveaway announcement and your calls

There's a wide range of Laptops on the market, so this week I look at the Huawei Matebook series which features just three models at a wide price range to suit anyone. Plus your calls on tech questions like buying a TV, buying a phone, fixing your WiFi and more. And, a big announcement, about a big prize. Download the EFTM app today!

Nov 24, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 615
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