Two Blokes Talking Tech

Tech Guide Episode 492 - Charge your EV with renewable energy, Australia braces for Russian cyber attacks, S22 review

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian start-up that allows EV drivers to charge their vehicles with renewable energy, Australian businesses have been warned about a probable...

#525 PRIVATE - Banana Smoothie

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just disgusting

MOVIES: Ghostbusters

05 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Who you gunna call? Ghostbusters. Sure, Trev knows of the movie, and the characters and of course the song - but what is the actual story line. Fol...

TBTT #525 - Apple & MWC

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apple has announced an event next week - new iPhone SE likely, so what will they reveal, and what do we think the SE will look like? Trev's back from...

Tech Guide Episode 491 - More grief for semiconductor industry, the smartphones unveiled at MWC

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How the Russian-Ukraine conflict will impact the already weakened semiconductor industry, we take a look at the smartphones announced at Mobile World ...

Movies: The Shawshank Redemption

26 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This one breaks the trend, because Trev knows and loves this movie. Join Trevor and Stephen as they recap the great movie The Shawshank Redemption. A...

TBTT #524 - Mobile World Congress

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trev's in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress (and Formula One) - what to expect from the big mobile brands at MWC like Samsung, Oppo, TCL and Nokia.....

EFTM: Peloton and Fancy Watches

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not things you'd hear together normally, but hey, this isn't a normal show! This is EFTM. This week I talk to Dave Packles from Peloton about the prod...

Tech Guide Episode 490 - BYD EVs land in Australia, which smartphones hold their value, Sony LiveBuds

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

BYD has launched its affordable electric vehicles in Australia and MG Motor has released a charger that works with all EVs, which smartphones hold the...

#523 PRIVATE - Reacher

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chatting Streaming and stuff

Movies: 12 Angry Men

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A black and white classic, with a cast of the biggest names of the era. Unique because of it's simplicity, yet a complex story. 12 Men are locked in...

#523 - Smart Homes across Australia

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australian's are adopting the Internet of things at a rapid pace with over six million homes now using IoT devices according to Telsyte analysis. Son...

EFTM: The Screentime dilemma

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just how do parents keep track of screen time and more importantly how hard is it to do so with kids of all ages. University of Queensland research i...

Tech Guide Episode 489 - Samsung Galaxy S22, AirTags update, online creeping

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Samsung Australian Vice Garry McGregor about the new Galaxy S22 range of smartphones which have just been announced, Apple to update its Ai...

#522 PRIVATE - Quiet please!

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More random gibber

Movies: Independence Day

12 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Talk about blockbusters, Independence Day is an epic, the 1994 Alien Invasion film stars Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum and so many more. St...

#522 - Samsung Galaxy S22

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Samsung announces the all new Galaxy S22 series, three phones, amazing cameras and the return of the famed Note series features. Trevor and Stephen h...

EFTM: Facebook's laughable Aussie court action

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A funny week with Facebook being kicked out of the Federal court for being completely divorced from reality, Trev's thoughts of course. Electric Cars...

Tech Guide Episode 488 - Beware love scams, KFC delivered by drone, new iPhone next month

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re looking for love this Valentine’s Day – don’t become a victim – we’ll show you how, if you’ve got a hankering for KFC – you ...

#521 PRIVATE - Boba Fett Baby!

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Probably the longest Star Wars related chat in a while..

Movies: A Bronx Tale

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is one of Stephen Fenech's favourite movies of all time, so when he realised Trevor Long hadn't seen it - well, it had to be covered on the show....

#521 - Wordle Gone Mad

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen's a Wordle Sharer, but Trev isn't - what's all the fuss, is it worth a million dollars? High tech cars, Jaguar launches with Alexa built in, ...

EFTM: Android App! And your calls

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Finally the EFTM app for Android is available and we appreciate the patience and feedback from Android phone users. Details this week on the show. Pl...

Tech Guide Episode 487 - EV shipments to jump in 2022, Samsung S22 launch date revealed

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Electric vehicle shipments are set to increase in 2022, Samsung has named the date for the launch of its flagship Galaxy S22 smartphones – and we ha...

#520 PRIVATE - Broken Tooth

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yep, that's true

MOVIES: Friday Night Lights

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A sporting story based on real events. A small-town Texas High School has the eyes of the town on them. This is the story of the season leading up to...

#520 - Aussie Pride

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating Australia, talking about the innovations and gadgets that have come out of Australia, as well as some of the biggest tech companies that a...

EFTM: Back in '22 and Taking your Calls

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Talkback technology, if you've got a question about technology, or need to buy something new - Trev's here to help! Head to EFTM.com and click ASK ...

Tech Guide Episode 486 - Samsung teases S22, record $323m lost to scams

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Samsung has teased it’s new upcoming flagship Galaxy S22 smartphones, Australians lost a record $323m in scams in 2021 and 3 in 5 Australians workin...

#519 PRIVATE - Streaming it

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've been streaming a bit:)

MOVIES: Stand By Me

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The 1986 film Stand by Me is less of a blockbuster more of a classic, and in so many ways. A breakout cast with names that today are instantly recogn...

#519 - Back to School

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back home, and this week with School going back - we're talking back to school devices! Laptops, Chromebooks and Mobile phones. Plus, R...

Tech Guide Episode 485 - ways to save while staying connected, Vegas Loop, CES

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australians are spending $3.86bn a month to stay connected and entertained – how you can save money, we ride the Vegas Loop in a Tesla and tell you ...

MOVIES: Pulp Fiction

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pulp Fiction, written and directed by Quentin Tarantino is one hell of a classic in so many ways. Starring John Travolta in his comeback role alongsi...

Tech Guide Episode 484 - the latest tech and gadgets from CES 2022

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We were in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and new wrap all the major announcements as well the quirkiest gadgets, health and wellness dev...

MOVIES: AVATAR

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James Cameron's blockbuster Avatar tops the charts as the highest grossing movie of all time, and it was ahead of its time. This film features some o...

#518b - CES 2022 Day 3 - Time to wrap up

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Reflecting on CES 2022 as the show wraps up on the third and final day. Stephen and Trevor talk robot coffees, Electric cars and the Elon Musk Boring...

#518a - CES 2022 - SHOW OPEN - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Show is open and the Blokes have checked out the big names and some small.. What's new from LG, what's Samsung doing and why is Sony talking abou...

Tech Guide Episode 483 - we're off to Las Vegas for CES 2022

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're off to Las Vegas for the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show, Samsung has unveiled a new tablet that’s faster and with a larger display and LG has ...

#518 - CES 2022 - Unveiled - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

LIVE from Las Vegas, Stephen and Trevor kick off the Annual CES with a look at the fun and quirky gadgets on show. How big will CES be? How many peop...

MOVIES: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An Oscar Winning classic - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a docu-like look at the lives of the men inside a mental institution. Jack Nicholson st...

PRIVATE - The end of 2021 - OFF TO CES!

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The boys just wanted to be here to say hi, and shoot the breeze about CES and the end of 2021.

MOVIES: Die Hard

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Die Hard is NOT a Christmas Movie - Or is it? That's a big part of the debate around this brilliant film. Bruce Willis stars as the one man in the w...

Tech Guide Episode 482 - 2022 workplace changes, new Hisense and LG TVs, Oppo folding phone

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why the workplace of 2022 is going to look a lot different after the pandemic, Hisense and LG unveil their 2022 TVs ahead of the Consumer Electronics ...

#517 PRIVATE - Covid's back!

19 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

YAY! Or bloody not!

MOVIES: The Martian

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Damon is an Astronaut and he gets stuck on Mars all alone, left for dead by his crew. He has to survive years, in a space camp built to last ...

#517 - 2022 Announcements begin

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

CES might be weeks away, but that's not stopping the announcements from starting. LG kicks it off with some stunning lifestyle TVs including one that...

EFTM: Inspiring kids creativity using technology

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week I talk to a YouTuber with almost six million subscribers about getting there, building an audience and just how much pressure it is to be do...

Tech Guide Episode 481 - Smartphones too expensive, new Apple Maps, Optus Call Notes

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are smartphones too expensive? Many Australians thinks so, Apple rolls out its latest version of Maps, Optus launches a new feature that can transcrib...

#516 PRIVATE - Sports Media

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Life gibber

MOVIES: A Few Good Men

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Few people would not have seen a Few Good Men, absolutely no-one hasn't heard the famous line "You can't handle the truth". This week Stephen steps u...

#516 - Preparing for holidays!

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we look at the upcoming holidays and discuss all the things you need to know about buying Dashcams, and the different features. Plus, you'r...

EFTM: Epic Headphone Test - 15 headphones

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just how do headphones sound when you are on the phone? You think you've got a great pair for listening to music and podcasts, but have you ever been ...

Tech Guide Episode 480 - Prince William, new WFH trends, most popular apps and videos

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We hear from Prince William – he is the latest guest in Apple’s Time to Walk episode, one in five Australians will continue to work from home afte...

#515 PRIVATE - Tucson, Arizona

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another week of gibber

MOVIES: Heat

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A heist movie that is all action from start to finish. Of course, Stephen has seen this plenty of times, rates it as one of his top picks, but amazing...

#515 - Social Media unmasked

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Federal Government's Social Media war continues, this time - anonymous trolls and defamation. How the Government plans to bring it to an end. Pl...

EFTM: We have to talk about scammers

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We have to normalise talking about scams. This week a caller who's family had a front row experience with scammers. Also, NSW is trailing e-scooters...

Tech Guide Episode 479 - Gen Z digital illiterates, Telstra blocking scam texts, Surface Go 3

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Research suggests most of the social media savvy Gen Z are actually digitally illiterate, Apple has introduced digital legacy to determine who can acc...

#514 PRIVATE: Keeping clear of Covid

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just a Monday night gibber fest

MOVIES: American Psycho

27 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Well this is a bit different - American Psycho is a 2000 black comedy directed by Mary Harron and it's one of Stephen's favourites, because he read th...

#514 - Merry Christmas?

25 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's Black Friday sales week. Christmas is SOON - so what's hot for Christmas, what ideas can the Two Blokes offer for your Christmas shopping trips -...

EFTM: Laptops, a Giveaway announcement and your calls

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There's a wide range of Laptops on the market, so this week I look at the Huawei Matebook series which features just three models at a wide price rang...

Tech Guide Episode 478 - Gamers under attack, new ASUS laptops, Traeger grill with wi-fi

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Gamers are under attack according to a report from Norton, ASUS has unveils a range of laptops designed with the creator in mind, a peek inside the fi...

#513 PRIVATE - Billionaires

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just flying basically...

MOVIES: Jaws

20 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Surely one of the most iconic movies of all time? Jaws - the movie that scared people away from beaches and created some great lines and great instant...

#513 - Google's Billions

18 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Google has announced a Billion Dollar investment in Australia - what does it mean? Are we the next silicon valley? Perfect timing or suspect? Trev an...

EFTM: What is Standalone 5G?

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to unpack from Vodafone's big 5G announcement this week, covering 85% of the population in ten major cities, but why is my phone not on 5G yet? ...

Tech Guide Episode 477 - Polestar 2 EV, TCL X925 8K TV, hybrid holidays

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We get behind the wheel of the Polestar electric car months before its Australian release, NBN survey shows we’re prepared for a hybrid holiday this...

#512 PRIVATE: Streamers

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just gibbering in the Private Show

MOVIES: The Fifth Element

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A sci-fi film with a difference. Stephen Fenech LOVES The Fifth Element and Trevor Long has no idea what to expect. This is a podcast about the movie...

#512: Gamers Christmas

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's a mega month of gaming right now. After Far Cry 6 hit just a few weeks ago, we've now got the latest Call of Duty, and a new Forza Horizon avail...

EFTM: Lego Ideas and Electric Cars

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering it all here, from the coolest Lego ideas and how they get made let alone though of with the Aussie man behind one of the most iconic Le...

Tech Guide Episode 476 - NBN expands fibre, DJI Mavic 3, MacBook Pro review

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

NBN extends its fibre footprint yet again - is your suburb on the list, DJI launches its new Mavic 3 drone, Epson unveils its new EcoTank range of pri...

#511 PRIVATE - The Office

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

UK or US? You tell us

MOVIES: The Wolf of Wall Street

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort this Martin Scorsese Oscar nominated film is a three hour wild ride through Wall St and a look at how Money ...

#511 - TV Brand Reputation

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Canstar Blue TV ratings for 2021 are out, and there's some surprises in there. Not least how well respected almost all TV brands are. The blokes...

EFTM: From META to Autonomous Cars

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the EFTM podcast, we talk META with the Meta guru Vishal Shah. In this exclusive chat, Vishal outlines the vision for the metaverse, what...

Tech Guide Episode 475 - Facebook now Meta, tech support scams, wire-free earphones

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facebook changes its name to Meta - what it means and what can we expect, tech support scams top the list of cyber threats in Norton's latest report, ...

#510 PRIVATE - Rearranging the furniture

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

for your entertainment basically...

MOVIES: The Sound of Music

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Two Blokes Talking Tech fans - This is the movie that started a whole new podcast idea! The iconic, legendary Sound of Music. Stephen has long been i...

#510 - Pixel buzz and Airpods

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Google Pixel 6 verdicts are in, and its an overwhelming yes. Amazing features, design, and some tricky little ideas too at great prices - but how...

#509 PRIVATE - Trev's going to court!

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

And it's not Judge Judy!

#509 - Apple, Google and Vaccination

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into Apple's announcements this week including the new MacBook Pro laptops, the new Airpods and Apple music Voice? Plus Google had a big ...

#508 PRIVATE - The Storms are coming Marge!

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh from a round of golf!

#508 - Back together baby!

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's back with another event next week - what could it be - Unleashed? The blokes discuss their thoughts on what might be announced and why - all ...

#507 PRIVATE - Squid Games

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who would win? Stephen or Trevor

#507 - Facebook went down

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

So Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram went down, for six hours. How on earth does that happen? The blokes unpack that and discuss the ramifications. ...

#506 PRIVATE - Week 200 of Lockdown

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Starting to get to us huh?

#506 - Scooters rule

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There's some great new electric scooters on the market at the moment with Segway launching their newest, and Ducati entering the Aussie market - but i...

#505 PRIVATE - Complete Gibberish

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As usual

iPhone 13 Launch Day Edition - Thanks to Telstra

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Telstra we're talking all things iPhone 13. We've both got the phones, so we're unpacking what's new and interesting. How great the camera...

#505 - Subscription bonanza

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The number of subscription entertainment services being paid for in the average Aussie home is staggering - Trev and Steve unpack the latest data from...

#504 PRIVATE - Formula One Chat?

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Much to Trevor's surprise....

#504 - Apple Event, new iPhone 13 and more

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a long morning, but Stephen and Trevor have been up watching all the news from Apple. New iPads, New Apple Watch and new iPhones. What's n...

#503 PRIVATE - I Miss you

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just two blokes missing each other:)

#503 - Apple Event confirmed

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple has announced their September event, with an iPhone 13 due very soon. Trev got the date right, Stephen got the name right - that's the top line...

#502 PRIVATE - Game Show Days

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just a couple of blokes locked down with nothing to do

#502 - Telstra's Vax plan

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Telstra updates their network logo on iPhone with a Vaccination plea, and offers rewards for Vaccinated Coverage. Meanwhile Vodafone goes Unlimited w...

#501 PRIVATE - Audits and Life Admin

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just gibberish.. as always