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76:29

TBTT #673 - The Mid-Tier Smartphone race, New iPads...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/03/06

This week we have five new mid-price smartphones, the Nothing 3a, Nothing 3a Pro as well as Samsung's A26, A36 and A556 - the blokes check in on a heated battle for your dollar. Apple has new iPads, the iPad Air gets an update and the base iPad too. Meanwhile Tiktok, Meta and Snapchat have responded publicly to the Government's Social Media Ban discussion paper. NBN turning to Amazon for it's Satellite service post Sky Muster, understanding Alexa AI and the end of Skype.

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64:18

EFTM: Tech Trends for 2025 - no surprises here!

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/03/05

This week we talk Tech Trends with Sash Vrgleski from HP - how much AI is enough? never enough, and how workspaces are changed forever. Callers this week question the viability of Hubbl, rightly so, and wonder about 5G vs NBN. Meanwhile can a camera detect fire? and how to get a 4G phone working, that won't work after 3G Switch off - a frustrating issue that will possibly anger you too!

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53:20

Tech Guide #634 - Alarming research about children's...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/03/04

Alarming research about our children’s online safety, Amazon upgrades Alexa to be even smarter, Samsung has unveiled its range affordable Galaxy A Series smartphones, we share our verdict on the iPhone 16e, we take a look at the Elexi six-in-one charger, Ring has updated its Outdoor Camera Plus and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk

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45:12

Electric Cars: Second hand EVs battery health...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/03/02

Brendon Green from Pickles joins us to talk about how healthy an EV battery is after it's first owner - the surprising results that give us hope for the future! Plus we talk to Glen about options to replace a RAV4 Hybrid, and he has some questions about charging And Nick has feedback about certain charging networks - interesting show today! Text us any time, 0477 657 657!

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81:49

Movies: Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/28

It's well known that the Star Wars movies are top tier for Stephen Fenech, and this is a slow burn for Trev, so just how does he rate the follow up to the debut success of Star Wars. Stephen unpacks the little known facts, walks through the movie for some hidden gems while Trev shares first-timer observations. All thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

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32:02

#672 PRIVATE - Men's Health Check

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/28

Get it checked lads

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71:12

TBTT #672 - Show us that you know us!

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/27

Celebrating 14 years of Two Blokes Talking Tech with a giveaway from our long time sponsor Netgear! Hit the YouTube version for your chance to win! This week - big news in streaming, MAX is launching in Australia in Late March - what does that mean? What will happen to Foxtel? The Government's plan for Satellite mobile coverage - announcing something that's already happening. Apple's iPhone 16e hits the stores tomorrow, more thoughts, plus Apple Vision Pro to get Apple Intelligence And just how

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48:28

EFTM: Lost WhatsApp messages, Laptops in endless...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/26

Android Auto is cool, but wireless Android auto is better! But how do you make that happen and what's reliable? We come up with suggestions and one caller is going to test one out. An endless boot loop after a software upgrade, nasty. Can you stream Apple TV to a Chromecast? Whatsapp Messages missing after a phone upgrade, are they lost? Adding a satellite to your existing Orbi system, and the need for International calls, not roaming, calling home!

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47:11

Tech Guide #633 - Apple changes up smartphone line up...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/25

Apple changes up its smartphone line-up with the release of the iPhone 16e – but can you call it affordable? Norton has added AI-powered features to its cyber safety products to improve online protection, Adobe’s Photoshop is 35 years old, we take a listen to the Technics EAH-AZ100 earphones with magnetic fluid driver, DJI unveils its new Osmo Mobile 7 gimbal for smartphones, we check out the Aiper Surfer S1 that can skim your pool automatically and keep it clean and we’ll answer all your questions

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40:37

Electric Cars: Would you "rent" out your charger to a...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/23

This week we talk to Julie Perrissel about her app IVYGo - where you can list your EV charger for other people to use. Set the rates by time and earn money! Caller Lucy wonders about charging for her new car - she nearly took on Penelope's record for cars tested but we love what she settled on. And Lloyd talks to us about research showing battery life may be far longer than anticipated! Get in touch, text us on 0477 657 657!

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83:12

Movies: The Godfather Part II

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/21

Following on from our very first movie on this podcast, Francis Ford Coppola and Mario Puzo are back with Part 2, released two years later, and starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton and many more. Stephen will let us know how well this was received while Trevor gets his first look. And his reaction might surprise you. Enjoy it on Fetch on your Hisense TV with us!

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31:13

#671 PRIVATE - NRL and F1 Excitement, Sorta

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/21

Uh Oh, it's that time of year again!

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67:49

TBTT #671 - Apple's iPhone 16e is not a new SE, its a...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/20

Apple's new addition to the family is in fact a new version of the iPhone 16, the iPhone 16e, and it's an interesting one, great value or too pricey? Trevor and Stephen discuss. Plus the kids social media ban - where's it at? Why is it a closed process? Why are there so many loopholes? Meta and their inability to help people who need basic customer service, and the new NBA feature on Apple Vision Pro! It's a big week!

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51:17

EFTM: Frustrated after changing phones, Dashcam...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/19

For your fancy new car, what Dashcam should you consider? We chat about a brand new Prado. What to think about when it comes to getting a monitor for you. We have an issue with Apple Notes, locked notes and forgotten passwords - this one's a doozy. Organising your family with a digital calendar, and the concerning changes to newspaper delivery in aged care.

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48:14

Tech Guide #632 - Belle Gibson spoke to Tech Guide...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/18

Wellness fraudster Belle Gibson is back in the news – but we spoke to her before lies were exposed to the world, alarming new figures show just how many cyber threats are being blocked and social media is the new scammer playground and Apple has released the Apple TV app for Android. In the Tech Guide reviews we take a listen to the Powerbeats Pro 2 and the winner of the best smartophone screen award goes to … the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help

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44:16

Electric Cars: Do all EVs have the same charging plug?

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/16

Do you want to talk about EVs? Do you own one? Whatever it is, get in touch - send us a text on 0477 657 657 - we'll get you on the show! This week a simple question, NOT a silly question - about charging plugs. Mark calls - he's working on EV chargers on a grand scale and we all learn from him. And John has an Ioniq which ran flat, Trev can relate.

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65:18

Movies: Wedding Crashers

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/15

Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn are a pair of mates with a day job, and a wild Wedding season hobby - Crashing Weddings.We learn their strategies, witness their conquests but then follow along as things take a turn, for the worst and better - depending on perspectives. This isn't an Oscar nom style movie, but what does Trev think? Stephen runs him through it and we find out!

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30:14

#670 PRIVATE - Streaming and Docos

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/14

How good are Netflix Docos!

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67:37

TBTT #670 - Google Maps turns 20! And ESPN is coming...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/13

We look at the most reviewed places in Australia on Google Maps! Some surprising ones in here too - all as Google Maps celebrates 20 years having been born in Australia. Disney+ is bringing ESPN live sport and on demand shows to their platform at no extra cost - for now. Going Off Grid with HMD and how the Starlink Mobile trials are going. Scam awarness as we hit Valentines day, and new Beats Headphones!

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56:20

EFTM: Advice for us all on Safer Internet Day - plus...

Two Blokes Talking Tech ·

2025/02/12

This week Trev talks to the CEO of the Interactive Games and Entertainment Association about the tools available to parents to keep their kids safe online - marking Safer Internet Day. We find a solution to ensuring that you can listen to podcasts underwater, we get help for a previous caller from a long time listener. Dealer installed Dashcam not working, that's a pain, and more travel advice for keeping in touch in China.

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