Sinopsis
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
Episodios
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Tech Guide #607 - Samsung's Paris event - what will we see, Apple Watch X rumours
01/07/2024 Duración: 44minSamsung 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
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Tech Guide #606 - Our review of the Netgear Orbi 970 Wi-Fi 7
24/06/2024 Duración: 46minWhat 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
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Tech Guide #605 - All your Apple Intelligence questions answered
17/06/2024 Duración: 45minWe’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
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Tech Guide #604 - Scam alert ahead of tax season, ASUS Copilot+ PCs
10/06/2024 Duración: 41minAustralians 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
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Tech Guide #603 - Is your smartphone making you anxious, Hisense TV review
03/06/2024 Duración: 44minIs 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
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Tech Guide #602 - the first wave of Copilot+ PCs are here
27/05/2024 Duración: 44minWe’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
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Tech Guide #601 - What's your iPhone worth to trade in, Pixel 8a review
20/05/2024 Duración: 50minApple 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
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Tech Guide #600 - Dumbphones are coming back, digital wellbeing expert Joanne Orlando
13/05/2024 Duración: 53minDumbphones 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
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Tech Guide #599 - Telstra delays 3G shut down, Withings product roadmap
06/05/2024 Duración: 51minTelstra 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
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Tech Guide #598 - Tesla Cybertruck in Sydney, Samsung 2024 OLED TV review
29/04/2024 Duración: 44minTesla’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
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Tech Guide #597 - A deep dive into the 2024 Hisense TVs, Kobo colour e-readers
22/04/2024 Duración: 56minWe 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
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Tech Guide #596 - Samsung talks about its latest TVs, DJI's new Avata 2 FPV drone
15/04/2024 Duración: 46minWe 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
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Tech Guide #595 - How Amazon is preventing scams, the most popular affordable tech
08/04/2024 Duración: 52minWe 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
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Tech Guide #594 - Best tech April Fool's Day pranks, Uniden DashView 60R review
01/04/2024 Duración: 39minWe 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
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Tech Guide #593 - Scammers now using AI - how to stay safe
25/03/2024 Duración: 47minThe 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
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Tech Guide #592 - 3G shutdown danger, Uniden 5K Dash Cam
18/03/2024 Duración: 41minThe 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
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Tech Guide #591 - Samsung unveils new Galaxy A smartphones, Hubbl review
11/03/2024 Duración: 49minSamsung 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
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Tech Guide #590 - We're in Las Vegas - again, Hubbl launch date announced
04/03/2024 Duración: 47minWe’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
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Tech Guide #589 - Questions about Hubbl's antenna-free internet TV, Echo Hub review
26/02/2024 Duración: 50minQuestions 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
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Tech Guide #588 - Hubbl breaking news, why customers returned Apple Vision Pro
19/02/2024 Duración: 42minBreaking 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