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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

Stephen Fenech


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    Tech Guide #607 - Samsung's Paris event - what will we see, Apple Watch X rumours

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 44:13


    Samsung has confirmed a launch event in Paris – what can we expect to see? Rumours are swirling ahead of the release of a 10th Anniversary Apple Watch, Telstra reveals how scammers are trying to catch you off guard, JBL has released the new SoundGear Frames Audio Sunglasses, we take a look at the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum, we take a listen to the Beats Solo 4 headphones and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #606 - Our review of the Netgear Orbi 970 Wi-Fi 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 46:38


    What price would you pay for amazing wi-fi? We've reviewed the Netgear Orbi 970 with WiFi 7 but it's not cheap, are you suffering from TV envy, Belkin has released a new range of surge protection products, Logitech has launched new Bluetooth keyboard to use on the go, Amazon has updated its Echo Show smart display, the Force is strong with the new range of Casetify Star Wars cases and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #605 - All your Apple Intelligence questions answered

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 45:00


    We've just returned from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference and we'll take a deep dive into Apple Intelligence - what you can do with it and also answer your questions about the iOS, iPadOS and macOS updates, we'll talk about our latest experience with Apple's Vision Pro, Samsung has released the Galaxy Watch FE, Panasonic has launched the Lumix GH7, Ecovacs has a half price deal with Aldi – we'll tell you all about it and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #604 - Scam alert ahead of tax season, ASUS Copilot+ PCs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 41:42


    Australians have been told to be on high alert for even more scams as we approach tax time – we explain how to protect yourself, we take a deep dive into the new ASUS range of Copilot+ PCs and ROG Ally portable gaming console recently announced at Computex, the Panasonic Multishape modular men's personal care product, we take a listen to the new Sonos Ace headphones, we check out the world's smallest 2-in-1 charger for iPhone and Apple Watch – the Butterfly from TwelveSouth and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #603 - Is your smartphone making you anxious, Hisense TV review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 44:58


    Is your smartphone making you anxious? New research reveals why – and Sonnen has announced it will be closing it's Virtual Power plant forcing customers to find a new energy plan – us included, we take a look at the Hisense U8 2024 smart TV, we run our eye over the Motorola Edge 50 Pro smartphone, Navman has released a DashCam for motor cycles and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #602 - the first wave of Copilot+ PCs are here

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 44:18


    We've kicked off a new era for PCs with Copilot+ – what we can expect from the major brands, Ecovacs takes cleaning to another level with the T30 Pro Mini robot vacuum, Uniden has the product to get your kids off their screens and into the great outdoors, we take a look at the DeLonghi Rivelia automatic coffee machine, Amazon releases the Eero wifi 7 mesh system, the Ember Travel Mug that keeps your hot drink warm on the move and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #601 - What's your iPhone worth to trade in, Pixel 8a review

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 50:59


    Apple increases its trade-in offers for the iPhone, new accessibility features have been introduced for the iPhone and iPad including eye tracking, HMD launches its first smartphones in Australia, we take a look at the Google Pixel 8a smartphone, Dyson has reinvented the mop with the new WashG1, Fetch adds free to air IP streams to its TV guide and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #600 - Dumbphones are coming back, digital wellbeing expert Joanne Orlando

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 53:53


    Dumbphones are making a comeback with a re-release of the iconic Nokia 3210, we chat with Dr Joanne Orlando – a Digital Wellbeing researcher, presenter and author about how both parents and children can use their technology safely and responsibly, we take a listen to the Audio Technica ATH-TWX7 earphones, Belkin has released the Auto Tracking Stand Pro, Apple launches its first new iPads in 18 months and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #599 - Telstra delays 3G shut down, Withings product roadmap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 51:53


    Telstra pushes back the 3G closure date to give customers more time to switch, we speak to Withings Head of Consumer Products Matthieu Manenteau about the company's exciting roadmap, Roborock has released its new S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum, Netgear unveils the new Orbi 970 with Wi-Fi 7, why Australians are turning to AI to navigate online dating and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #598 - Tesla Cybertruck in Sydney, Samsung 2024 OLED TV review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 44:54


    Tesla's Cybertruck has been spotted in Sydney streets - find out where you can see it - and the Tesla Model 3 Performance is now available, HP has released its range of AI-powered PCs, we take a look at the new Samsung 2024 S95D OLED TV, we run our eye over the Oppo Reno 11F 5G smartphone, Arlo has released a new even more affordable security camera fir under $100 and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #597 - A deep dive into the 2024 Hisense TVs, Kobo colour e-readers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 56:20


    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #596 - Samsung talks about its latest TVs, DJI's new Avata 2 FPV drone

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 46:11


    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #595 - How Amazon is preventing scams, the most popular affordable tech

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 52:21


    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #594 - Best tech April Fool's Day pranks, Uniden DashView 60R review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 39:45


    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #593 - Scammers now using AI - how to stay safe

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 47:50


    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #592 - 3G shutdown danger, Uniden 5K Dash Cam

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 41:40


    The serious problem we're facing with the 3G shutdown, Samsung and LG go head to head with the launch of their 2024 TV, Uniden has released its first 5K dashcam, we take a look at Samsung Galaxy A55, we put the new MacBook Air with M3 through its paces, the portable air purifier that can offer clean air in your personal space and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #591 - Samsung unveils new Galaxy A smartphones, Hubbl review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 49:40


    Samsung has just unveiled its new range of Galaxy A Series phones, we sit down with the Epson global president and discover his vision for the future, Acer has moved into the health and wellness space with a range of appliances, we take a look at the new Hubbl entertainment platform, we check out the new Apple MacBook Air with M3, Synology has released the BeeStation- a personal cloud system and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #590 - We're in Las Vegas - again, Hubbl launch date announced

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 47:50


    We're in Las Vegas for the NRL double header, Hubbl announces its launch date, Apple shares some stories about customers whose live were saved by Apple Watch, we take a look at the new ASUS Chromebook Plus, Kobo releases its ebook report, Ecovacs are offering a huge special on one of its most popular robot vacuums and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #589 - Questions about Hubbl's antenna-free internet TV, Echo Hub review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 50:51


    Questions raised about Hubble's free to air TV over the internet feature, Samsung to expand Galaxy AI to even more devices, Taylor Swift fans smash through their data at her Australian concerts, we take a look at the Echo Hub control panel, we check out the Obsbot Tiny 2 webcam, the product that lets you show your Macbook some love and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #588 - Hubbl breaking news, why customers returned Apple Vision Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 42:05


    Breaking news on the upcoming Hubbl service and what we can expect, why people are returning their Apple Vision Pro in the US, the rechargeable batteries that can save you thousands, we take a hands-on look at the ASUS Zenbook Duo which has two 14-inch OLED displays, the 4-in-1 adapter which includes a portable battery, Tineco's new complete floor cleaning product and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #587 - eSIMs on the rise, Meta Quest 3 VR review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 51:45


    eSIMs on the rise thanks to Optus – is the plastic SIM dead, Telstra deploys AI to improve its customer service, the new Celestron Origin automated smart telescope that makes capturing stunning astro images a snap, we run our eyes over the Meta Quest 3 VR headset, Ring releases its first battery powered Video Doorbell Pro, the slick Oppo A18 smartphone that costs just $219 and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #586 - Apple Vision Pro launches, nuclear battery that lasts 50 years

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 47:16


    Apple's Vision Pro goes on sale in the US – when can we expect to see it in Australia, a Chinese startup has created a nuclear battery that will run for 50 years, Elon Musk's Neuralink has implanted its first brain chip in a human patient, we give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Belkin releases its most versatile device ever, the Uniden Dash Cam that's hitting Aldi stores for less than $100 and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #585 - Apple preparing biggest iOS update ever, LG runout sale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 36:49


    Apple is working on its biggest ever iOS update – and it will include AI, ASUS announces the pricing and availability of its new 14-inch dual screen Zenbook Duo OLED laptop, LG has launched a runout sale for its 2023 range of TVs and soundbars, Oppo has launched an affordable yet feature rich phone, there's a new way to display and store your spare Apple Watch bands and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #584 - Samsung enters the AI smartphone age with the S24 range

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 47:12


    Samsung has entered a new smartphone AI era after unveiling the Galaxy S24, the Australian Government takes its first steps to regulate how AI is developed and deployed, ASUS unveils the world's first 14-inch dual OLED screen laptop, we take a look at the Netgear Nighthawk Wi-Fi 7 router, we test out the DJI Mic 2 at the Consumer Electronics Show, Sky News launches a new streaming subscription service and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #583 - We go through the highlights of CES 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 47:44


    We've just returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and take you through all the highlights including the latest TV technology, how AI became the new buzzword as well as the other standout products and a few quirky finds as well. Tune in for all of that and much more. And we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #582 - We go inside the Sphere in Las Vegas, Samsung Galaxy S24 launch confirmed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 41:48


    We're in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and we've visited the stunning Sphere venue – the new landmark on the strip, Samsung has confirmed the launch date for its S24 smartphone range, Microsoft is going to add a new key to its Windows keyboard for the first time in 30 years, we get behind the wheel of the new MG4 XPower, LG announces a new portable projector, Belkin unveils its new wired and wireless chargers and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #581 - what tech to expect in 2024, Apple Watch under fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2024 41:56


    We'll take a look at what we can expect to see in 2024, Aussie Formula 1 star Oscar Piastri partners with Quad Lock to share an important road safety message, why Apple Watches were removed from sale in the US, we take a look at the Logitech Wave Keys ergonomic keyboard, LG introduces a new AI-powered robot, we take a look at the world's most expensive television and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #580 - one of the most ridiculous products we've ever seen, Hisense Mini LED X TV review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 49:19


    What is the world coming to? A product has been proposed to prevent people being injured texting and walking, Vodafone and CommBank team up to combat SMS scams, more than 2.6bn personal records have been compromised in the last two years – what is the solution, we take a look at the Hisense Mini LED X TV, Withings has released the ScanWatch Nova Smartwatch, we go through our Christmas Gift Guide suggestions and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #579 - Australia's thriving app economy, driving the new Tesla Model 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 47:09


    The App Economy is thriving in Australia, Sony has released a slimline PlayStation 5, Epson has launched a short-throw home theatre projector, we get behind the wheel of the new Tesla Model 3, we check out the new Ember mugs that can keep your tea and coffee warm, Laser launches an affordable range of smart decorative lights and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #578 - Australians paying high broadband prices, M3 MacBook Pro review

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 54:40


    Australians are paying some of the highest prices for home broadband compared to other countries, only one per cent of Australians are recycling their old mobile devices, Telstra releases new speed and latency optimiser packs on its network, we take a look at the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max, we check out the Journey laptop sleeve that's also a portable workstation, Panasonic has unveiled its new wearable gaming speaker and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #577 - Optus CEO quits, messaging equity between iPhone and Android

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 51:45


    The Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has resigned after the outage and following a Senate inquiry, Apple to adopt a new standard to bring messaging equality between iPhone and Android, we go behind the scenes at Oppo to see how their devices go from concept to reality, we take a look at the Uniden App Cam Pano security camera, Samsung has launched a new Shop app, the tech products that are causing the most injuries and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #576 - Optus outage fallout continues, speaker that's also a work of art

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 47:03


    The fallout from the catastrophic Optus outage continues – what does the future hold for the telco, Laser has released a product that brings CarPlay and Android Auto to your vehicle, Apple TV+ comes to the Fetch TV box, we take a look at the Pantheone Obsidian speaker that looks like a work of art, Rode releases the Signature Edition of its iconic NT1 microphone, Samsung offers affordable luxury with its latest smartphone and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #575 - Our fear of Christmas scammers, Mission Impossible competition

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 48:25


    Australians are more worried than ever they'll be scammed this Christmas, NBN has upgraded its fixed wireless network, Apple releases new MacBook Pros and an iMac powered by its new M3 chips, we take a look at the incredible DJI Inspire 3 professional filmmaker drone, the chargers that will meet your tech travel needs., we've got a special giveaway for your chance to win a 4K copy of Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part 1 and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #574 - Foxtel's new Hubbl platform, Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 47:45


    Foxtel launches new Hubbl platform that combines TV and streaming services, Samsung goes back to the future with the limited-edition Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro, Double Tap has now been enabled on the latest Apple Watch and Apple Watch Ultra, we take a look at the new Arlo Video Doorbell, Aspera Mobile has released a rugged yet affordable smartphone, we check out Samsung's new Galaxy Tab A9+ tablet and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #573 - NBN gets cheaper, Oppo's new foldable smartphone, Navman dashcam offer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 53:55


    Your NBN plan is getting cheaper – we'll tell you why, Oppo has launched a new foldable smartphone to take on Samsung, Australia has joined the World Phone Amnesty so smartphones have less of an impact on the environment, we take a look at the Navman MiVue ALTA dashcam that blends in your car – we also have a special discount offer for you, Netgear has unveiled its first WIFI 7 router – we'll explain how it works, there's a new more affordable Apple Pencil and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #572 - World-first AI tutor, Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 48:56


    On this week's show: An Australian world first with the introduction of an AI-powered tutor for students, working from anywhere just got a lot easier with the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk, Aldi is offering another affordable 4K TV in its Special Buys, we take a look at the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones, we also take a listen to the Denon earphones that can adapt to how you hear audio, Belkin's new Thunderbolt 4 range for the ultimate connectivity and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #571 - All the announcements from HP Imagine, Goat G1 Robot Mower review

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 46:04


    We've just returned from Palo Alto where we attended the HP Imagine event where new PCs and services were unveiled, Australians lost more the $3bn to scammers with younger people more likely to fall victim, we take a look at the ECOVACS GOAT G1 robot mower, MG has unveiled its latest EV that offers performance at a competitive price, Google has unveiled its new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Guide #570 - iPhone 15 Pro overheating issues, Meta Quest 3, DJI Mini Pro 4 drone

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 47:19


    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 choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 50:46


    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. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 42:46


    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 51:13


    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

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 44:23


    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 all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 45:51


    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 your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 49:52


    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 Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 49:35


    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. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 49:32


    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/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 46:00


    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 in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 49:08


    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 and Apple Watch on public transport and we'll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 48:05


    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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 46:47


    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 ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 57:44


    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

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