Two Blokes Talking Tech

Keanu Reeves stars literally in this first instalment of what is a classic but spectacular action thriller. Directed by Chat Stahelski, with origins in a true story, Wick is a retired hitman who comes out of retirement for very personal reasons. A great cast, well shot, enjoy the first one again or for the first time with Stephen and Trevor

Don't mess with the Prince of Maroubra

Stephen and Trev and Flipping out - well, that's just a play on words to get us talking about Flip phones, considering what Samsung has coming and what's already in the market. The European Union strikes again with a new plan to have all smartphones being required to have removable batteries by 2027 - madness or genius? And what's happening with Netflix and what's happening on streaming. Oh and so...

This week Trev demonstrates Apple's Personal Voice feature, made for increased accessibility it's trained by you for you so how does it sound? Your calls on any tech questions or purchase decision, and a great call from a brand new EV owner Get in touch, just hit ASK TREV at EFTM.com

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 ea...

When something goes from the small screen to the big screen and it's already been a hit franchise, there's a risk it is spoiled, or underdone. Not so when Tom Cruise is involved. This 1996 movie kicked off a franchise that will outlast many others. Rewatched for Stephen and enjoyed for the first time by Trevor to coincide with the release of the latest instalment, fire up the Fetch on your Hisense...

Will they ever shut up about it?

Optus goes big on space with SpaceX, partnering to provide 4G mobile service to 100% of Australia using new Low Earth Orbit Satellites. Apple releases iOS 17 into the wild for Public Testing - let us know if you've checked out the Podcast app for that joy Threads v Twitter, Zuck v Elon - Trev and Steve take a look And 98 inches of Samsung up against 100 inches of Hisense.

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 a...

What would a future look like where your genetic make up could dictate the jobs you do, the schools you go to? How would you feel knowing your life expectancy from birth? This is explored in Gattaca, the Andrew Niccol story starring Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman and Jude Law. Stephen saw it at the Cinema and considers it a Hidden Gem. Does Trev agree?

Let's unpack it hey?

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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...

An absolute classic, made in the late 1930's this is a story everyone knows - even Trevor. But, a rewatch for the first time as an adult might show how it's aged, or how poor the story was. Or quite the opposite. This film stars Judy Garland, and is quite literally a production marvel from the sets to the colour and so much more. But how does it hold up in 2023? Stephen walks us through it, thanks...

Legit, in the toilet - and other places

Tay Tay is a Nay Nay for many, so unpacking Ticketek's system and asking the question just what went wrong and how could it be better? EVs on the rise, new affordable models and an updated Polestar, plus some EV etiquette too And the LG Ultra PC that is a challenger laptop worth a look. Oh, and discussions about show Number 600.

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 He...

Right up Trev's alley - The Founder is based on a true story and set in the real world, plus, it's Maccas! Stephen has seen it a few times, this one Trev's seen but a full re-watch to unpack the story is needed Fire up your Fetch and search for The Founder to watch it on your Hisense TV and enjoy Michael Keaton as Ray Kroc, the man who "founded" McDonalds. The story of the actual McDonalds brother...

Trev's angry - so is Jo

Optus held a "Tech Day" at their Sydney HQ to showcase their back end and front end tech for Optus Customers and Trev and Stephen went along. From the Living Network to Sub Hub and a Smart Water meter in Towoomba. While we were there, the ACCC decision on regional Australia and the Telstra/TPG deal was upheld so Trev asked the CEO about that. We're in an Electric Vehicle war, with a low price MG a...

A caller has a great idea for blocking scammers, or at least trying to - using your contacts app! Tiff needs our help, and we should try to do that. Plus Tim Falinski from long-time supporters Trend Micro joins me to talk scams, ID threats and Mac Software updates. If you have a tech question, reach out - got EFTM.com and click ASK TREV

Norton has issued a warning about tax time scams – what to look out for and how to avoid becoming a victim, LG has launched its colourful range of appliances, Australia’s worst smartphone habits have been revealed, we take a look at the new 15-inch MacBook Air, we’ll take a listen to the LG Tone Free T90 earphones, we brush up on the Colgate Pulse connected electric toothbrush and we’ll answer all...

Based on Michael Crichton's novel by the same name, this is a cop movie about a murder with more twists and turns than an LA freeway interchange. Directed by Philip Kaufman, it stars Sean Connery and Wesley Snipes alongside Harvey Keitel and Tia Carrere Stephen knows it well, and is introducing it to Trevor for the first time, so join them as they unpack the ins and outs of Rising Sun - find it on...

We don't know why you're listening

Trev's been to London to understand how Uber Green works and explains it's the perfect way to do your bit without taking a hit. Plus, Samsung's next Unpacked is announced - so what's in store from Samsung at the end of July. BYD has big plans for a small car, and is also targeting Victorians. Apple's Vision Pro - a week on, thoughts? And Boost and Optus call it quits on legal action.