Stephen Fenech

Tech Guide

A Technology , News and Tech News podcast

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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

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Tech Guide #719 - Scam calls to watch out for, win a Tineco Floor One S9 Steam Plus

Nov 9, 2026 53 min

We hear from Vodafone about the latest call scams to look out for, Sony has gone back to the future with its new wired headphones, Bambu Lab has released its next generation 3D printer, we take a look at Apple’s new MacBook Pro with M6 chip, we put the Tineco Floor One S9 Steam Plus floor cleaner through its paces – and we’re giving one away, Boost Mobile has slashed prices on its pre-paid plans and refurbished smartphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #718 - Apple launches a product Steve Jobs said it never would

Nov 2, 2026 49 min

Apple launches a new product Steve Jobs said it never would – hear what Jobs said about this technology, Norton launches a new Safe AI tool to protect users when using AI and help them stay in control, we take a look at Hisense's XR10 home theatre triple laser projector, Amazon unveils new Echo products featuring an advanced Alexa+ and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #717 - iPhone Duo - should you buy it? Hear our verdict

Oct 26, 2026 55 min

The iPhone Duo goes on sale to wild scenes in Australia – and the first device sold was given away for charity, Telstra to enable RCS to enrich messaging between iPhone and Android, Laser releases what it’s calling the safest powerbanks you can buy, we share our verdict on the iPhone Duo – Apple’s first foldable iPhone, Belkin releases a new range of trackers 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 #719 - Scam calls to watch out for, win a Tineco Floor One S9 Steam Plus

Nov 9, 2026 53 min

Tech Guide #718 - Apple launches a product Steve Jobs said it never would

Nov 2, 2026 49 min

Tech Guide #717 - iPhone Duo - should you buy it? Hear our verdict

Oct 26, 2026 55 min

Tech Guide #716 - Future Call of Duty game could be set in Australia, Ecovacs Deebot X12S review

Oct 19, 2026 54 min

A Call of Duty game set in Australia – that’s a possibility according Infinity Ward’s Alex Norris and we chat with him, smartphone shipments have plunged 20 per cent but Samsung is still on top, we go through Apple’s latest home releases including the brand new Home View, we take a look at the Ecovacs Robotics Deebot X12S OmniCyclone, Google releases a new Fitbit and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #715 - Microsoft releases most powerful product ever, AirPods 5 review

Oct 12, 2026 42 min

Microsoft had released the most powerful product ever, Arlo has launched its new solar powered cameras for all round protection, we take a listen to the AirPods 5 earphones, Uniden has unveiled ts first video walkie talkies and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #714 -Scam that gets you to call cyber criminals, Samsung's Galaxy Tab S12 tablets

Oct 5, 2026 47 min

The new scam that’s forcing people to call cyber criminals, Belkin’s new iPhone screen protectors that do more than just protect your screen, the telcos join forces to activate Temporary Disaster Roaming, Samsung has released new Galaxy Tab S12 tablets, we check out the Sennheiser HD 480 Pro Plus headphones, Snapmaker launches its new U1 3D printer in Australia and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #713 - Aussies embracing faster NBN, eyes on with the Meta VR Glasses

Sep 28, 2026 50 min

On this week’s show – It’s a year on from NBN’s Accelerate Great speed upgrade – whats the state of the nation and we’ve just returned from Meta Connect 2026 and we’ll talk about the Meta VR Glasses, new Meta Glasses without cameras and we sit down with Meta VP for Wearables Alex Himel and discuss new products and privacy, we take a look at the Mac mini with M6, Motorola unveils the signature 27 smartphone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #712 - Albo meets Tim Cook at Apple HQ, iPhone 18 Pro review

Sep 21, 2026 46 min

Australian PM Anthony Albanese has a pow wow with former Apple CEO Tim Cook about youth safety online, we take a hands on look at the upcoming iPhone Duo, Epson releases new 4K lifestyle projectors for the home, we give you our verdict on the new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, ASUS launches the impressive Zenbook 14 laptop and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #711 - the massive global price gap of the iPhone Duo - international buyers paying a premium

Sep 14, 2026 48 min

Apple has unveiled the iPhone Duo – it’s most expensive iPhone and international buyers will be paying a massive premium, we also discuss the new iPhone 18 Pro and the new Apple Watches and AirPods, we take a look at the JBL Cove multi room speakers, we check out the HP OmniBook Ultra laptop and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #710 - Our wrap up of the IFA tech show in Berlin

Sep 7, 2026 1 hr 3 min

This week we are in Berlin for the IFA tech show - we're going to take you through the biggest announcements from companies like Ecovacs, Anker, Roborock, Dreame, MOVA and EZVIZ and much more. We've taken a hands-on look at most of the products we're going to be talking about. And we'll answer all of your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #709 - Apple names the date it will announce its foldable iPhone - what to expect

Aug 31, 2026 52 min

Apple has named the date for its next event where we will see the first foldable iPhone, Samsung has launched its latest affordable flagship smartphone, ASUS has unveiled its limited edition ROG XBOX Ally X20 portable gaming PC, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, we run our eyes – and ears over the Noble Audio Fokus Apollo Pro premium headphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #708 - Telcos unite for Triple Zero awareness campaign, Pixel 11 Pro XL review

Aug 24, 2026 55 min

Australia’s telcos join forces to launch an awareness campaign about connecting to Triple Zero, Mova has launch a range of robots to cover your entire home – inside and out, EZVIZ has unveiled a host of new smart home security products, we take a look at the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL smartphone, we run our eye over the Sony True RGB Bravia 7 II, we roadtest the ASUS Zenbook A16 laptop and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #707 - Australians spend big on smartphones, robot lawn mower review

Aug 17, 2026 46 min

Australians have expensive taste when it comes to buying smartphones, Google has unveiled the Pixel 11 range, Meta’s update on the Facebook and Instagram accounts removed after the social media ban began, we test drive the new Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD robot lawn mover, Insta360 releases new X6 360 degree camera and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #706 - Alexa+ is here, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review

Aug 10, 2026 55 min

Alexa+ has launched in Australia – how is it better? Bose has launched its latest QuietComfort headphones, we take a first look at the new BMW Neue Klasse iX3 electric SUV, we give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, DJI has launched new Mic Mini2, TCL unveils the latest monitors aimed at hardcore gamers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #705 - New AI products to keep you safe and get things done

Aug 3, 2026 47 min

The new AI products to keep us safe online and to help us get things done, DJI has released a dual lens Osmo Pocket gimbal camera, we take a look at the GoPro Mission 1 Pro cinema camera, we check out the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 smartwatch and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #704 - Full wrap up of Samsung's foldable launch event and the new devices

Jul 27, 2026 51 min

We’ve just returned from London where we attended the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked launch event , we’ll go through all the latest announcements including the all-new Galaxy Z Fold 8 and its new smartwatches, we’ll also talk to Samsung Australia’s Nathan Rigger about the new range, we take a look at the D-Link 5G mobile hotspots, Reolink’s new Video Doorbell and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #703 - A new contender in health tracking, Kindle Scribe Colorsoft review

Jul 20, 2026 46 min

There’s a new fitness brand in town that’s going to shake up the growing market, Samsung has unveiled new technology that will be part of their next generation of foldables, Apple has launched its Public Beta Program so you can try the latest software right now, we take a look at the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, the DJI portable power station and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #702 - Samsung names the date for Galaxy Unpacked - what will we see

Jul 13, 2026 51 min

Samsung names the date for its next Galaxy Unpacked event – what can we expect to see, investment scams on the rise from compromised social media accounts, Hoyts has launched ScreenX – a 270-degree panoramic experience, we take a look at the Rokid AI + AR glasses, we check out the Jackery portable power station and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #701 - Foldable smartphone wars heat up, high-tech running shoes

Jul 6, 2026 51 min

The foldable smartphones wars are heating up with the even more companies entering the category including Honor and Motorola, the new high-tech shoes from Mizuno that can literally put a spring in your step, we take a look at the eero outdoor wireless 7 router, we check out the Seagate One Touch desktop external hard drive, we shed some light on the high quality torches from LEDLenser and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #700 - OUR 700TH EPISODE!!! Listen for your chance win great prizes

Jun 29, 2026 49 min

Welcome to Episode 700 and to celebrate we have $15,000 worth of prizes to give away including a 100-inch Hisense TV plus phones, robot vacuums and products from Netgear and Norton. This week Apple has hiked prices on iPads and Macs by as much as 30 per cent, BlackVue has removes a dashcam feature that allowed you to view locations and live streams of other users, we take a look at the ASUS ZenBook Duo dual screen laptop, Nuance Audio Glasses can help people with mild to moderate hearing loss, the Mova DIVER A10 can clean your pool for you and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #699 - Why your next iPhone will be more expensive

Jun 22, 2026 48 min

Why your next iPhone will be more expensive – we hear from Apple CEO Tim Cook himself, Google has launched a new Home Speaker with Gemini onboard, Ring has launched a new intercom for apartment dwellers, we take a look at the Plaud Note Pro AI device, we check out new Oppo Watch X3 that works with both iPhone and Android and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #698 - The new Apple features that didn't make the WWDC keynote

Jun 15, 2026 46 min

Bupa has offered a new smartphone insurance policy that covers device damage and protection from scam and identity theft, we go over the announcements from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference including the many features that didn’t make the keynote, we take a look at the Xiaomi 17T smartphone, Insta360 releases an 8K gimbal camera and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #697 - Amazon's Delivering the Future announcements - new robotics, Alexa+ coming to Australia this year

Jun 8, 2026 48 min

We've just returned from London, where we attended Amazon's Delivering the Future event - we talk about the new robotics, Amazon Leo satellite internet, new electric delivery vehicles and Alexa+ is coming to Australia this year. And we take a look at the new Oura Ring 5, Apple’s App Store racks up $2 trillion dollars in transactions in 2025, Telstra’s Satellite to Mobile messaging began a year ago and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #696 - Kmart embraces AI to transform online shopping

Jun 1, 2026 42 min

Kmart has embraced AI to transform the shopping experience, what you need to bring older Macs and PCs up to speed, Dreame has announced the world biggest sport star as its new global ambassador, we take a look at the Honor Magic 8 Pro flagship smartphone, Sennheiser unveils its new Momentum 5 wireless headphones, Xiaomi releases its 17T smartphone series and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #695 - Why your NBN speed sucks and what you can do about it

May 26, 2026 50 min

The five mistakes you're making that are slowing down your NBN speeds, Apple has released a new sports app but Aussies won't like what it left out, we take a look and a listen to the Sony THE COLLEXION luxury headphones, Midea releases a new dishwasher that can save your back, Tineco takes on Dyson with its new line up of stick vacs and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #694 - A look at Samsung's Micro RGB TV technology, Hisense UR9 RGB Mini LED TV review

May 18, 2026 57 min

RGB – three letters you’re going to hear a lot if you’re looking for a new TV. We take a look at Samsung’s Micro RGB tech, Optus has started its comeback and consolidation tour with a new campaign, which telcos were the winners in the latest Open Signal report, we take a look at the Hisense RGB Mini LED TV, Epson launches a new short throw projector, Kindle has a new range of Scribe eReaders including the first with a colour screen and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #693 - Chasing the big screen experience at home and in the cinema

May 11, 2026 55 min

How you can enjoy the big screen experience at home and at the movies – Hisense releases its new flagship projector and Hoyts reveals its new LED cinema screen technology, Bose has released its new Lifestyle Collection to upscale your audio experience at home, we take a look at the flagship Oppo Find N6 foldable smartphone and we check out the other end of the smartphone market - the Samsung A37, DJI has released the Osmo Mobile 8P phone gimbal and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #692 - Dreame's vision of the future in robots, TVs, smartphones and cars

May 4, 2026 50 min

We’ve just returned from the US where we saw Dreame’s vision of the future in home appliances, robots, TVs, smartphones and even cars. Also on the show – Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak shares his views on AI, we take a look at the Dyson Spot+Scrub, we also check out the Samsung Buds 4 Pro earphones, DJI has launched the new Mic 2 with a dash of colour and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #691 - Microsoft invests $26bn into Australian AI - but what's the catch

Apr 27, 2026 43 min

Microsoft tips in $26bn into Australian AI but what’s the catch, Samsung has released its AI powered 2026 range of TVs – we speak to Samsung Australia’s visual display director Simon Howe, Google confirm Apple’s AI powered Siri will be available this year – almost two and a half years after it was announced, we take a look at the new DJI Lito Series of drones and Disney has added an ad-supported streaming plan and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #690 - eero Outdoor 7 takes your wifi into the yard, cheaper Bambu Lab 3D printer

Apr 20, 2026 48 min

eero releases new mesh router that can be used outside, DJI has launched the new Osmo Pocket 4 gimbal camera, Bambu Lab has just made 3D printing a lot more affordable with a new model, we take a look at the new Nothing Phone 4a Pro smartphone, Amazon has released the new Fire TV Stick HD to upgrade your older TV and we answer your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #689 - It's TV season and every company has new RGB technology

Apr 13, 2026 46 min

This week we’re talking TVs – Hisense has unveiled its 2026 RGB Mini LED range and Sony has finally announced its version of the RGB technology, Meta has just launched Muse Spark to its AI platform, we take a look at the new MacBook Air with M5, Dyson has packed 17 years of airflow engineering into a new cooling device that can fit in the palm of your hand and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #688 - Will AI take your job? 1 in 3 says it will

Apr 6, 2026 47 min

One in three Australians are worried they will lose their jobs to AI, Meta has just released a new range of AI glasses aimed at the biggest group of customers - prescription wearers, we take a listen to the Sony WF-1000XM6 earphones, we test drive the HP OmniBook X Flip 14 two in one laptop and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #687 - The latest from HP Imagine 2026, Samsung 115-inch Micro RGB TV review

Mar 30, 2026 1 hr 1 min

We’ve just returned from New York where we attended HP Imagine 2026 where we saw the announcement of HP IQ and enjoyed a demonstration of Google Beam - the 3D lifelike video call technology, Norton has revealed a new online tool to help users take control of their online presence, we check out the 115-inch Samsung Micro RGB TV, we test drive the new iPhone 17e, DJI has released a new drone that can shoot 8K 360-degree video and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #686 - One on one with Aussie Super Bowl hero Jordan Mailata

Mar 23, 2026 54 min

It’s been 100 days of the Social Media Ban – and the verdict is in – it’s a massive failure. We sit down with Aussie Super Bowl Hero Jordan Mailata who’s working with Amazon Australia in a new role., we check out the Pixel 10a, we share our thoughts on the new LG and Samsung OLED TVs, we road-test the Kobo remote page turned for its e-readers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #685 - Why PC and tablet shipments will plummet in 2026, MacBook Neo review

Mar 16, 2026 50 min

PC and tablet shipments will drop dramatically in 2026 – we’ll tell you why, Norton has launched an AI-powered scam protection app for ChatGPT, Sonos goes back to its roots and releases its first new speakers in two years, we’ve roadtested the MacBook Neo laptop, we checked out the Netgear M7 Wi-Fi 7 hotspot, we clean up with the Ecovacs Deebot T90 Pro Omni robot vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #684 - Australian porn ban - you have to prove you're over 18

Mar 9, 2026 55 min

Australians must now prove they are 18 before accessing porn sites, Apple has had a huge week of product releases but it’s their two cheapest products everyone is talking about, we’ve roadtested the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Motorola and Nothing have also delivered unique new smartphone models and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #683 - We go hands-on with the new Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphones

Mar 2, 2026 46 min

We've just returned from the Samsung Unpacked event in San Francisco where we saw the new Galaxy S26 smartphones series, we talk to Samsung Australia Head of Product Nathan Rigger about the new devices, we give you our hands on impression of the S26 Ultra and also break news on the Samsung Trifold and the no show of the S26 Edge. We talk about the new Ultrahuman Ring Pro with 15 days of battery life and new AI features, the new Xiaomi 17 Series of devices made in partnership with Leica Imaging and answer your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #682 - Is the super thin smartphone dead?

Feb 23, 2026 34 min

Is the superthin smartphone dead? Apple and Samsung have a decision to make – but Dyson shows that thin is still very much in with its latest floor cleaning product, we talk about the new blink outdoor wireless security camera, JBL launches the ideal audio product for musicians of all skill levels and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #681 - Nearly half of Australians would date an AI chat bot

Feb 16, 2026 42 min

Nearly half of Australians would consider dating an AI chatbot, Samsung has confirmed a launch event for the S26 smartphones, Microsoft shares its Global Online Safety survey results, we talk about the new Espresso Lite portable monitor, we check out the device that can provide wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, Sony unveils its new flagship noise cancelling earphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #680 - Uni students using AI to cheat their way to a degree

Feb 10, 2026 40 min

An alarming report reveals university students are using AI to cheat their way to a degree, Google has teased the upcoming Pixel 10a, Rakuten Kobo releases its annual reading report, the new Dyson wet and dry robot vacuum, the skin care mask that has taken the US by storm – it is coming to Australian, Oppo expands its product range beyond smartphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #679 - Is Apple finally releasing a touchscreen MacBook Pro

Feb 3, 2026 49 min

Is Apple finally preparing to release its first touchscreen MacBook Pro, Belkin’s new products to help content creators, Reolink has launched a new AI powered home security camera, we review the new MOVA 1000 robot lawn mower, Netgear has released the new Nighthawk M7 5G mobile hotspot and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #678 - We talk to 2026 Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg

Jan 26, 2026 1 hr 6 min

Phishing and scams and AI scams are increasing – how do we cope and what can we do, it’s Australia Day – what better time to talk about the Aussie inventions that changed the world, we talk to Australian of the Year Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg, we run our eye over the new Bambu Lab H2C 3D printer, Australian are reading 1.6 billion pages a month on their Kindles – we’ll dive into the stats and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #677 - Oscar Piastri partners with Google Pixel

Jan 19, 2026 39 min

Aussie F1 driver Oscar Piastri joins forces with Google Pixel for a fun campaign, Aussie company Espresso releases new portable monitors, Apple decides to partner with Google Gemini to enhance Siri, we talk about the new devices we discovered at CES including electric skis, adjustable sunglasses and a personal astro observatory and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #676 - Our wrap-up of the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show

Jan 12, 2026 58 min

We’ve just returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and we are going to wrap it all up for you. We’ll talk about the new TVs, the many robots - both real and concept along with dual screen laptops, AI security cameras and the biggest surprise of the show – Lego Smart Play. We also have interviews with key executives from LEGO, ASUS and Reolink. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #675 - Which iPhone needed a Triple Zero patch, we chat to tennis ace Ash Barty

Dec 15, 2025 38 min

Apple has issued an urgent software update for one of its devices to avoid potential triple zero issues, we talk to Grand Slam Tennis Champion Ash Barty as she hits the road as an Amazon Flex driver, we run our eye over the latest of the 12 Days of our Christmas Gift Ideas and highlight some of our favourite devices and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #674 - Our Christmas Gadget Gift Ideas, will Samsung's new Trifold phone come to Australia

Dec 8, 2025 55 min

We’ve kicked off our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas – we’ll go over our ideal gift selections, Samsung has released the new Galaxy Z Trifold – but will it ever come to Australia, Apple has named its Apps of the Year, we run our eye over the Oura smart ring, we check out the new Amazon smart speakers, tell you how to multitask and stay productive with Samsung’s family of products. And we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Disclaimers · Galaxy AI - Galaxy AI features are currently free of charge, with any specific plans for premium AI services to be decided in close coordination with our partners. There are currently no plans to charge for Galaxy AI features, however different terms may apply to other AI features provided by third parties, at the end of 2025. · Gemini Live - Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Gemini Live feature requires internet connection and Google Account login. Compatible with certain features and certain accounts. Available on select devices and select countries, languages, and to users 18+. Galaxy AI features are currently free of charge, with any specific plans for premium AI services to be decided in close coordination with our partners. There are currently no plans to charge for Galaxy AI features, however different terms may apply to other AI features provided by third parties, at the end of 2025. Certain Galaxy AI features requires Samsung and Google Account. Internet connection may be required to use some features. · Galaxy Z Fold 7 Battery - Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 4272mAh for Galaxy Z Fold7. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. · Quantum Mini LED Pro - Conventional LEDs refer to those used in Samsung’s Q7F model. Size...

Tech Guide #673 - Samsung's new TV technologies - micro RGB and Vision AI Companion.

Dec 1, 2025 29 min

In this special edition of the Tech Guide podcast we chat to Samsung Australia's Director of Audio Visual Simon Howe about the Australian TV market and the new technologies just introduced in Samsung's newest TV including micro RGB technology and Vision AI Companion. This edition of the Tech Guide podcast was produced with support from Samsung. Micro RGB Technology · Each R, G and B is the smallest available in any LED TV as of 24 October 2025 · Dimensions measured from the front of the LED Glare free: · The R95F has been independently verified as Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR 10, Discomfort Glare UGR 22, Disability Glare UGR 34 by UL LLC. (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V166045 – Exp. 31/12/2025. Micro RGB AI engine · Viewing experience may vary according to types of content and format. Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode. Design · Compared to Hisense 116″ RGB-Mini LED which measures 40mm wide and weighs 102kgs with the stand. Supersize Picture Enhancer · Supersize Picture Enhancer is only available on 98" and 115" models. Picture quality may vary depending on the quality and resolution of source content and viewing conditions. Access to Samsung Art Store · Stream complimentary curated art or additional artworks available via subscription. Internet connection required. Offering 30 refreshed artworks monthly through Art Store Streams and over 70 ambient content supported complimentary throughout the year. Access to SmartThings · Requires Samsung Account, internet connection and SmartThings enabled devices. Please visit www.samsung.com/au/apps/smartthings/ for a list of current compatible devices. Vision AI and Co Pilot · Copilot will be available on 2025 TV models including, Micro RGB, Neo QLED, OLED, The Frame Pro, and The Frame in Q4 2025. Availability will expand to additional regions and models over time and may vary by market. Motion Enhancer Pro · ...

Tech Guide #672 - New rules for powerbanks on flights, Honor launches in Australia

Nov 24, 2025 44 min

There are new rules on the use of portable batteries on flights on Australian airlines, Meta has jumped the gun and will begin its social media ban early, Arctel slashes NBN plan prices in its Black Friday sale, we run our eye over the DJI Osmo Action 6 camera, we test out the Logitech solar powered keyboard that never needs charging, Honor launches its new smartphones in Australia and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #671 - Early onset dementia linked to excessive screen use, DJI Neo 2 drone review

Nov 17, 2025 49 min

The alarming rise in early onset dementia linked to excessive screen time, the new smart reminder clock for people living with dementia and we speak to the person who is bringing this product and many other like it to help Australian users, we run our eye over the new DJI Neo 2 follow me drone, we check out Satechi’s range of FindAll products so you can always track your belongings, we take a look at Samsung’s range of Frame TVs and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. Samsung Frame TV Disclaimer Notes - Glare free: The LS03F has been independently verified as Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR 10, Discomfort Glare UGR 22, Disability Glare UGR 34 by UL LLC. (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V166045 - Exp. 31/12/2025.- Pantone validated – Artful colour certification: Picture quality may vary depending on quality and resolution of source content and viewing conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech Guide #670 - Microsoft's apology, Arlo Pan Tilt Camera review, Lego Death Star

Nov 10, 2025 49 min

Microsoft issues an apology and offers refunds to 2.7m Microsoft 365 subscribers – were you one of them? Apple has kicked off renewable energy projects in Australia to match the power you use to charge their products, has July released the unlosable suitcase, we take a look at the new Arlo Pan Tilt cameras, we check out the Sony ULT Field 5 portable speaker, we’ve built the Lego Death Star – all 9023 pieces of 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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Created by: Stephen Fenech
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 9, 2026
Episodes: 400
Release period: Weekly
Avg. episode length: 49 min
Explicit: No
Language: English

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