Two Blokes Talking Tech

Apple's annual developers conference is on next week in San Jose, the blokes are heading there so this week we look at what's happening, what's coming, what to expect - will we see new hardware? Or will it be a software only event?  Plus iOS 11.4 is out, with new features including updates to the capabilities of HomePod for Stereo Pairing and Multi-Room.  Virgin Mobile is dead, or dying, so what's...

Telstra has had a shocking week - their network failed, customers are outraged - so what are they to do? Plus Optus is copping it from Fenech who is worried his crap internet will continue if he sticks with Optus on the NBN. HTC's 2018 Flagship phone is called the U12+ and it's a plus size with the U11 squeeze, enhanced from last year to make it even smarter. LYF mobile launches - for who though?...

Stephen and Trevor are this week in a Bondi penthouse where Samsung is demonstrating their full connected home experience, from Fridge, to TV, Robot Vacuum and Washing Machines it's all happening.  Plus they discuss the new Norton Core WiFi network protector, Youtube's new Music app launching next week - why and what's new? and Telsyte looking at the booming growth in IoT devices off the back of a...

Google has gone full skynet with a robot/computer that can communicate, not just speak, but converse like a human being! It's insane, awesome, and a touch scary.  Huawei's P20 is coming and it's spectacular, D-Link finally have a mesh router solution for your home, Samsung has your whole home covered with new Fridge, Washer and Vacuum's coming, ZTE is on the brink of collapse, Uber-like as you nee...

Telstra and Vodafone have launched Unlimited data plans, Stephen and Trevor unpack just how unlimited they are, who would need them and the controversy around the concept of unlimited. Plus, password dramas at Twitter and how risky the password use online is, LG launches a new flagship and it looks sensational, NSW to introduce cameras to detect mobile use in the car, Pocket Casts acquired by US P...

Lots of Amazon Alexa news this week with the launch of the Echo Spot, as well as new devices from UE the Blast and Megablast and Sonos have an Alexa Update too.  Plus, Telstra's big fine for premium billing dramas, Landline phones are still a thing, but not after 2037, Amaysim hand Huawei Australia a drama - launching the P20 here early as a Grey Import, just what is a grey import and should you d...

It's official, again - Telcos suck at customer service.  Complaints are coming into the TIO at over 400 a day proving the telcos don't know how to help people with issues, Stephen and Trevor break it all down.  Plus the NBN, yes the NBN - speeds are up, Kogan is involved and it's all happening.  TVs TVs TVs and more TVs - the 2018 models are coming to stores so there's never a better time to buy a...

This Facebook story drags on, what can you do, how do you stay on top of things, how can you lock down your profile and privacy . Apple has new gear all focussed no Education, the NBN is in the news with FTTC launching and their CEO leaving, Stephen is in the news for his Solar Panels and battery, Optus launch their 5G demo on the Gold Coast, Trev gets into online gaming with Far Cry 5 and the min...

The news this week is all about Facebook, our privacy shattered, our data used in political marketing so what has been compromised ?  The blokes discuss, along with the update to Google Home which gives some solid Aussie sporting knowledge.  Aussie Broadband opens the books on their data and congestion with public graphs, Huawei's Mate 10 has a secret feature that will please your mates, Apple's e...

Foxtel is ditching Cable TV and going 100% satellite in a bid to cut costs, and reduce downtime for customers - Trevor has the scoop, plus Samsung's new TVs - picture quality not the primary discussion point so what new features might get you buying a new TV.  Fitbit ads a new watch and a kids tracker, Apple has announced WWDC and the blokes speculate as to what might come at that show.  The NBN h...

Trevor and Stephen are in Barcelona for the annual Mobile World Congress trade show, this week they run through all the latest news and releases - brand new mobile phones from Samsung, Alcatel, Nokia, Sony and more and they share their thoughts on each and possible pricing and availability details - everything you need to know from MWC 2018!

The Seven year itch?  The blokes have been at this for seven years, some reflection then onto the news of the week.  Texting and driving is in the spotlight again, and we discuss why, what needs to happen and what tech there is to prevent it.  Samsung gets Commonwealth Bank before Apple for their Samsung Pay system, Could Seven be planning to charge for HD content on their catch up app? Would you...

There's a new payment game in town, the banks have joined together to create a new faster transfer platform with immediate payments for us all - great news, but bloody hell why has it taken so long?  DJI introduces the drone flyer quiz before you can fly here in Australia and the blokes think its fantastic.  Samsung's next phone is out there for all to see, lots of new info we can run you through...

The blokes are in Rome with Samsung for the South East Asia and Oceania Regional forum, this week they discuss all the news from Samsung, the latest Frame TV, soundbars, updates to Family Hub Fridges and the fully connected smart home.  Plus, Apple's HomePod has launched, Trev has been to San Francisco and gives some insights into the detail Apple have gone to  in developing the product but just w...

Samsung are set to announce the Galaxy S9 and S9+ in Barcelona - what we know, and what we think - plus Apple's HomePod pricing and availability is now known - what's it all mean?  Commodore 64 is back! the blokes are a whole bunch more excited about that than the Nintendo back a year or so ago, DJI have a whole new compact Drone, Fetch TV adds channels, Audible recruits Michael Bolton, The Smart...

All the tech news of the week with Amazon's Echo launching next week and a whole bunch of Aussie companies jumping on board, what is Google up to, how do they stack up and just where is Apple?  Plus Vodafone's NBN price cuts, Innovations in banking on your mobile phone and Tim Cook speaks about the Apple Battery woes - all that and some gadget reviews this week on Two Blokes Talking Tech

Before the boys leave town they catch up to discuss Netgear's new range, Alcatel's new phone, the Huawei Wifi system, D-Link's WiFi system plus Telstra's announcements of Narrowband Iot and 5G predictions, Trevor found some amazing AKG headphones while Stephen ducked into the Kitchen with Whirlpool

Stephen and Trevor run through all the news from LG, Samsung, Sony, Hisense at CES in Las Vegas as well as discussing the future of cars and a bit of wireless charging too!

All the fun gadgets from CES Unveiled - kicking off the biggest tech show of the year!

The boys are heading off to Las Vegas for CES so they stop to share their thoughts on the big show, plus talk about what they see coming in 2018 in TVs, Smartphones, Appliances, Smart home and more - a full preview of 2018 coming your way!

Stephen and Trevor look back on 2017 and wonder what was the best and brightest, what stood out the most and what's memorable.  From Google Home to Smartphones, Smart home, Toys and more - it's been a big year for tech!

Stephen has seen it three times already so for a spoiler-free assessment of the latest Star Wars plus a look at all the Star Wars Toys the boys have got you covered. Disney now owns 21st Century Fox movies and more so what's it mean for the future of streaming, Google looks back on the year in Search, Virgin advocates gifting DATA this Christmas, and Amazon's top buys in Australia - plus the Minut...

Now that Amazon has launched what does it mean, how is and might retail change in Australia?  Vodafone has had a big week with NBN launching and WIFi calling plus Apple Watch Series 3 support.  There's news for Apple TV owners with Amazon Prime and Foxtel Now streaming available from today, plus Roaming news from Telstra and the minute reviews

Lots of tech options for Christmas this year, Trevor and Stephen run through some ideas and hot items, plus eBay's new Google Home integration.  Telstra's data on what age kids are getting smartphones and how to keep them safe.  What Samsung is doing in the VR health space, Apple's new Melbourne store and the Bendigo Bank shock news.  Netgear's WiFi solution for business - especially cafe's, and h...

Telstra is offering Unlimited Data home broadband - that's not a typo, yes they're catching up and offering what others are offering in a bid to keep up and retain NBN customers, plus they have already started offering customers refunds on the NBN speed deal they did with the ACCC.  Fitness First is first to market in the world with Apple GymKit, Where are you watching Netflix folks?  Toilet? Turn...