Two Blokes Talking Tech

High Drama at the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries with Tesla, Polestar and VW all up in arms against the position the industry body is taking on the Government's new EV policy. Plus we speak to the owner of a BYD Atto 3 about the experience, choice and overall EV situation And what's in the garage this week - a KIA EV6 and something with a special BOOST button.

Al Pacino plays a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who needs a babysitter. Turns out, he has his own plans for Thanksgiving weekend and takes Chris O'Donnell on a wild ride while he has his own issues back at School A classic, iconic film, that Trev's never seen - so Stephen takes him on the ride.

Two Blokes Talking Rubbish

In an Olympic Year - LG is first out of the blocks with their 2024 TV range, and the big news is price - the big ones are cheaper this year. The Kate Middleton Royal Photoshopping scandal. Who'd have thought we'd be talking Royals on this show - well we are. Uniden's new Dashcams, and the Samsung A Series phones that set a new benchmark

A question about a brand of Smart home products we'd never heard of - just why isn't their full product range available in Australia? And on that, unpacking the coolest smart home ideas - and yes, it might involve a sensor in the bathroom. Plus Podcast listening alternatives with Google walking away from another product. And how much is that old iPod worth? Hint - not much.

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.

Thinking about the charges you find in regional, rural and highway locations - Trev asks, why isn't someone investing in the future here? Why can't someone see how Tesla has gotten it so so right. We talk Strata and how EVs are being considered in Apartments, the rules, issues, myths and support you can get if you live in an apartment And February Sales figures, Telsa back on top

Another Tom Cruise film this time directed by Steven Spielberg. A look into the future - well it was in 2002, today there's some interesting insights and comparison to the real world of 2024 envisaged for 2054. Cruise is part of a very different style police force, cracking down on crime in a big way. It's iconic, but Trev's never seen it - of course, so Stephen walks him through it, so you can enjoy it too!

You know Stephen loved it!

Who wins and who loses from the new NBN plans, and just why is this happening - Stephen has a solid theory and it's one that might upset the big telcos. Plus we've both got Hubbl and while it's too soon to review, we do have some strong early thoughts Plus AI and the new MacBook - do we need a better AI Definition?

What should our next big giveaway be? Help me with ideas - lets have a podcast brainstorming session. And 5G vs NBN - have you switched one way or the other - how has it been? Plus you calls, on this Talkback Technology podcast - here for you!

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.

The range of your Battery powered vehicle can be determined by a number of factors - there's no single number that covers it. Stephen and Trevor unpack some of these factors and how you can prepare for them. Plus the EQ name and look being phased out by Mercedes. We talk to Graham who owns a Cupra PHEV - what's it like? And Stephen's impressions of the Volvo XC40 too!

One of Stephen's Hidden Gems, this fits the title of this podcast to perfection because Trev's never heard of it. Directed by Ridley Scott and Starring Michael Douglas and Andy Garcia there's also some absolute Japanese hot shot actors in this one. It's a Cop chasing thriller which shouldn't disappoint.

A remote catch up

Trev flew all the way home from Barcelona to be here to record, but Stephen has jetted off to Las Vegas for his beloved Bunnies. However, we get it done and the blokes discuss the issue of Prominence and how the current plans might not suit the future of TVs Plus a wrap of the biggest things at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. A view through smart glasses as what might be the true future of technology The Amazon Echo Hub and what it works well at, and Trev has the ultimate luggage tracker and alarm.

A quick look at what Trev has seen in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress, then onto your calls From Streaming to Netflix and WiFi woes, always something new to learn and issue to solve. Plus, what is the ultimate F1 viewing setup for an Aussie?

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.

Drive.com.au has announced their car of the year, and it's an all electric beast very close to the show. We chat to Trent Nicolic from Drive.com.au about the award, and the rise of EV's in these judged competitions. Plus the dramas of a regional road trip exposed, and how is the US backflipping on vehicle emissions just when Australia goes deep. Interesting times ahead.

Al Pacino stars as the Cuban refugee who has eyes on much bigger things. His Mate Manny is Steven Bauer while Michelle Pfeiffer stars as the woman that catches his eye. It's a long movie with a story to tell, which Stephen remembers from the days of VHS - but Trev's never seen. So, enjoy it for the first time, or the 50th - doesn't matter, Scarface, on Fetch via your Hisense TV!