Two Blokes Talking Tech

Instagram's new forced Teen Accounts will push their youngest users into new private settings, needing parental intervention to change it. Is this a good thing? Trev and Stephen discuss along with implications here in Australia. Arlo has updated it's cloud services with a fantastic new feature to detect actual people by face recognition, even discern one car from another. The new iPhone is out this week - initial thoughts from the Two Blokes, plus Hisense gets into the Arty TV game and all the Apple Software changes..

Have we found Hubbl's number 1 fan? The person who purchased Hubbl glass? An interesting and very in-depth look into why Hubbl was the choice for one man Plus WiFI issues at peak hours at night - internet or WiFi to blame? Travelling for a long time and staying connected, a very different experience from a voice you'll recognise And Starlink - how to use it on the go!

I'm back! We go through all of the Apple announcements including the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods meanwhile Sony has revealed the PlayStation 5 Pro - but it's not cheap, we take a look at the DJI Neo - the drone that can take off from the palm of your hands, Withings has a new smartwatch, Adobe previews its new Firefly Video Model which can generate and expand videos using AI and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Joshua Dowling joins Trevor Long to talk Electric Cars and this week we talk about how Electric Cars can be performance cars and there's several examples of that! General loves and hates about Electric Cars - we put it all on the table and would welcome your views if you want to send a text to 0477 657 657 And the Value of EVs - are they worse off than a petrol car?

A gripping court drama with a man accused of murder. He finds a willing Barrister to represent him, and wants his wife's testimony to support his claims. This Black and White classic from 1957 is the ultimate thriller with a strong NO SPOILERS request. Directed by Billy Wilder starring Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich, Charles Laughton and Elsa Lanchester - Stephen introduces Trevor to the ins and outs of the Old Bailey - enjoy.

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Should you buy a second hand TV? And how can you check if someone's ripping you off? Trev calls in and Trev steers him away from his mate's TV. Can you download Free to Air TV shows on the apps? Tom wonders and Trev investigates. Another security camera question, and a possible convert to the world of Robot Vacuums. AND - how to use two numbers on WhatsApp! We have the answer!

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's the Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and best selling Australian author Matthew Reilly

A complete wrap of the Apple Event today, talking Apple Watch Series 10 and why there's no update to the Ultra. The new entry level AirPods but perhaps more notably the updates to AirPods Pro at no cost Apple Intelligence gets closer to prime time with the all new iPhone 16, which also has - surprise surprise a new button for camera features, but its more than we thought it would be. And yes, he's back, Stephen Fenech is back baby!

This week as Joshua Dowling keeps Stephen's chair warm we look into some of the exciting EVs to come. KIA has a couple worth knowing about, there's the Electric Kombi Van and will Tesla update the Model Y? Motorsport Boss Roland Dane owns a Cupra Born like Trev - but his experience was recently soured - why? And The Whyalla Vet joins us to talk about his fleet of EVs!

Bond, James Bond. Trev's never seen 007 so Stephen introduces him via the third ever Bond. From 1964 - Goldfinger. Sean Connery as Bond and his famous Aston Martin. Thanks to Hisense and Fetch, we look at one of the classics - something to relive if you're a fan, or discover for the first time.

Trevor and Val are in Berlin - not too far from Stephen - but he's having the time of his life, meanwhile the boys are sweltering ahead of IFA. We discuss what's happening at the show with AI in appliances, food and more. Intel has released their AI processor for next generation PCs and the companies like Lenovo are ready! Mobile phones do NOT cause Brain cancer - that's official. Both Trev and Val are huge fans of the Pixel Fold. Trev runs through the latest from GoPro. And some short bites on Telstra Payphones, the Barbie Phone and the Energizer battery child safe innovation.

This week taking your calls on home door lock solutions and how WiFi is the critical component of any smart home. Windows 10 and Windows 11, is support ending - do you need to upgrade? Problems with email that might be spam - but how do we check? A good look at Robot Vacuums, the difference between LiDar and camera mapping - checking Dennis' setup. And eSIM - should you have to hand over ID?

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's TV and radio hosts Erin Molan and Deborah Knight.

Joshua Dowling fills in for Stephen Fenech and brings the goods with a scoop on the NSW Police are testing some Electric Vehicles for use in the Highway Patrol Listen to the full details to understand the real story. Plus we're joined by some EV owners who share their ownership experience. One man has more data than the ABS, and another is looking for a second EV in the driveway. If you've got an EV or are looking into it, send us a text on 0477 657 657.

SHOW ME THE MONEY - that's the iconic line from Jerry Maguire everyone knows. If you haven't seen it - now is the time! If you've seen it, time to relive it. Tom Cruise stars as the sports agent at a career crossroads. Renée Zellweger joins his crusade and Cuba Gooding Jr is the sports star at the centre of it all. A fascinating movie not just for the story, but the way it's constructed. Stephen and Trevor unpack it all thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Apple have snuck in a day early for their "September Event" where we'll see the new iPhone 16, why? And what else to expect from the big day. NSW Police are considering Electric Cars for their Highway Patrol - the details. Vodafone's screen repair deal and HMD's very repairable phone And Sleep monitoring - what would you prefer, Watch, Mattress or Ring?

Lots of feedback of late, so this week there's plenty of calls. We talk about using Siri on Apple Carplay and how to know if its working Plus using Android Auto wirelessly where the car doesn't support it. Issues with 9Now streaming that are frustrating, a 3G phone or a 4G phone - seriously confusing stuff for some, so we help out a caller there And Bob is back with Hubbl feedback - not at all suitable for a 92 year old it seems!

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's former Australian Test cricket captain Steve Waugh and 2GB Breakfast host Ben Fordham.

This week as Joshua Dowling keeps Stephen's chair warm we look into some of the exciting EVs to come. KIA has a couple worth knowing about, there's the Electric Kombi Van and will Tesla update the Model Y? Motorsport Boss Roland Dane owns a Cupra Born like Trev - but his experience was recently soured - why? And The Whyalla Vet joins us to talk about his fleet of EVs!