Two Blokes Talking Tech

Finally!

Samsung has hit hard with their new 2025 OLED range, taking on LG head on in the TV wars for this year. Trevor and Stephen check out the new top of the line models with AI features and a glare free screen. Trev's got his hands on the Samsung S25 Edge model to compare just how thin it is. Mastercard's 2030 vision is high tech and credit cards will go numberless, while we also talk Travel Gadgets and SIM connections. Roborock's expensive vacuum and Microsoft's co-pilot updates.

Apple has released it's hearing health update in Australia which turns Apple AirPods Pro 2 into a device that can be used to perform a clinically validated Hearing test, and the AirPods into hearing aids. Trev has an exclusive chat with two senior Apple executives. Plus we talk to you about your tech questions - get in touch 0477 657 657 via sms or whatsapp. This week mobile plans for the Apple watch and possible money savings, issues with a landline in the bush, Hisense TV woes and Windows update questions

Microsoft has launched new Copilot features to make it more useful and personalised, Netgear has released the Orbi 870 Mesh System, the new international eSIM plans with unlimited data, we take a look at the new Samsung S95F OLED TVs, we also check out the IonMax+ Pro air purifier and why you need it, we run our eye over the Arlo Wired Floodlight security camera and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Geely is yet another brand hitting the Aussie market, so how will they price their cars? Well it looks good - low $40k area. Plus we talk to a Volvo owner who had considered a Toad but changed his mind. And a Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner who is learning fast now as an EV owner. Plus, charger ettiquite - how to respect the others!

When middle aged men start to question aspects of their lives, they look to escape. In the case of Billy Crystal, Daniel Stern and Bruno Kirby, it's to the country to do something out of their norm. There, they meet Jack Palance and some shenanigans ensue, but also some thinking takes place. It's part comedy, part introspective, but fun at the same time!

The Nervous anticipation

Eddie McGuire annoyed by Deepfake videos that are using his image - and rightly so, and then there's the lady in France who was duped by a fake Brad Pitt - you'd think it not possible, but it's true. Trev's got the iPhone 17 dummy models - how thin is thin and why?? What do we think of this potential lineup. The MAX Content purge and it's affect on Binge, and the new HP Laptop for workstation grade computing.

This week we sit down with Tony Brown from LG and talk about their 2025 TV range - some big big screens, but also some of the best looking TVs on the market. Questions from listeners about internet access while cruising - not an easy one for Trev to answer. Finding a better NBN deal - what's required when you change telcos? And a problem with a lost Excel file - could this mean issues in the marriage? Get in touch with your tech questions, 0477 657 657

It’s World Back Up Day – 1 in 4 isn’t backing up their data and many that are are not doing it right – we’ll set you straight, Ring launches new AI features to find your videos faster, Apple has announced the launch date for the Worldwide Developers Conference, we take a look at the proprietary technology in Tineco’s latest floorcare products, we take a listen to the Audio Technica cartilage conductor earphones, Segway launches it latest electric scooters and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Chatting about the basic principals of EV ownership and things to look for when in the market. Plus we discuss the idea of a commercial EV for business - what options are there? And a Model 3 with 120,000k's on it - hows it going, and what's next! Get in touch to chat EVs - send us a text to 0477 657 657

Taking responsibility!

Oscar Award Winning BEST MOVIE - CRASH has a lot of controversy around it's acclaim. Stephen will explain and unpack that with Trevor. This films cast is staggering, Sandra Bullock, Don Cheadle, Matt Dillon, and so many more - all with stories that intersect in the strangest of ways. But the film highlights the racial and social inequities and tensions of the time, and frankly today.

Apple's having another big week, their Hearing Test and Hearing Aid features have rolled out, plus they've announced their WWDC date and some new Maps features. Have we reached Peak Smartphone? The Google Pixel now looks like the Samsung which looks like the iPhone? And what next for foldable phones? ESPN hits Disney and Max is part of Hubbl to save!

This week we're taking your tech talkback calls so get in touch by sending an SMS to 0477 657 657 with your tech question. We're talking testing mobile networks to find out which one suits you best, problems with the Kogan Aura ring for one buyer We look at phones for the elderly, and a regular talks about the F1 in Melbourne. Resolution for Sue through Telstra and we talk to Telstra about their new anti-scam call program alerting users to potential scam calls.

Find out the common scam that is fooling one in seven people – and the tips to avoid becoming a victim. Google has revealed the latest and more affordable Pixel smartphone, we set up the new Hisense C2 Ultra projector, we take a look at two different mid-tier smartphones – the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the new Nothing Phone 3a series, Netgear’s most affordable Wi-Fi 7 solution and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

BYD responds to the issues raised on our show regarding BYD Atto 3 vehicles not charging at V3/V4 Tesla Superchargers. A follow up from Simon, and we meet a man about to pickup his BYD Shark Ute, keen as mustard. And a KIA Niro owner who kissed the Toad and loves it! Get in touch to talk EVs with us - 0477 657 657

The Terminator is back! But we haven't even watched the first movie!! Well, Stephen says that doesn't matter, Terminator 2 is better. We learn about Sarah Connor, her Son and wonder about some of the back story while other parts are filed in for us. Arnie is the lead here and he plays it well, What will Trev think of the story, the effects, the action? Watch on Fetch on your Hisense TV and follow along with us!

Did not go as planned

Just a couple of months after CES we're starting to see this years TV models hit the Market. LG is first out of the blocks, while Samsung has dropped their OLED range - prices are curious! Plus the MAX pricing is out, and it's not cheap! Hisense and Epson have new projectors to put your content on the big-screen, Netgear has an affordable WiFi 7 router, and our thoughts on Apple's WWDC timing.