Two Blokes Talking Tech

EFTM: Customer service woes, Security Camera issues and online storage

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another packed show. Trev troubleshoots some high tech security cameras on a rural property, while also looking at Telstra TV replacements. LG custome...

Tech Guide #605 - All your Apple Intelligence questions answered

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve just returned from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference and we’ll take a deep dive into Apple Intelligence - what you can do with it an...

#637 PRIVATE - Better late than never?

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Plain and simple, Trev forgot to upload it.

Electric Cars: How much do I charge my battery? A great owner question

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kristen wonders about the Volvo she's ordered, and it turns out Stephen just drove it - she's excited to go electric. Chris is a two EV hous...

Movies: Daylight

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sylvester Stallone is in the wrong place at the wrong time, or is it quite the opposite? An explosion causes chaos as a New York City tunnel is collap...

EFTM: Gremlins and Product Feedback - Ask a tech question get answers!

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Trev talks hardware with Shane, Lincoln, Brodie and Rick, From gaming consoles to security cameras, routers and TV's. Good old Hubbl gets a...

TBTT #637 - WWDC 2024 Wrapped up in an AI bundle

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Apple hosts the Two Blokes at their Space-ship like corporate HQ with a podcast studio made just for WWDC. Stephen and Trevor run through the host of ...

Tech Guide #604 - Scam alert ahead of tax season, ASUS Copilot+ PCs

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australians have been told to be on high alert for even more scams as we approach tax time – we explain how to protect yourself, we take a deep dive...

Electric Cars: Learn from EV owners

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we take your calls - get in touch - SMS us at 0477 657 657 and we'll chat to you about Electric Cars. Adam has a BYD and loves it, but has f...

Movies: Arrival

08 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a more recent film, from 2016 and a multi-oscar nominated one at that. Amy Adams stars alongside Jeremy Renner while Forest Whitaker makes an...

#636 PRIVATE - Busking?

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Wild final 5 minutes

TBTT #636 - ASUS and Computex in detail, plus more on Apple's WWDC

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Asus has flown the Two Blokes to Taiwan to look at a wide range of new PCs that are AI compatible, and cover a wide range of use-cases. Apple's WWDC i...

EFTM: Talkback Technology - Answering your tech questions

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Trev does his best to help Krista and Giovanni spend their hard-earned on tech. He gives teacher Bruce the heads-up on the capabilities of t...

Tech Guide #603 - Is your smartphone making you anxious, Hisense TV review

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is your smartphone making you anxious? New research reveals why – and Sonnen has announced it will be closing it’s Virtual Power plant forcing cus...

Electric Cars: Why a dashcam is important, New curbside charging in NSW and your calls

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The NSW Government is boosting funding for hundreds of new locations for curbside EV charging. This will allow people with no off-street parking to ge...

Movies: True Lies

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Harry Tasker the Government Agent (Spy) who undertakes secret missions all while his Wife (Jamie Lee Curtis) considers ...

#635 PRIVATE - Outer Range

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

General Gibber

TBTT #635 - What's Apple got planned at WWDC and yet another hack?

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's WWDC is just weeks away, so what do we expect from their iOS, MacOS, WatchOS and Even VisionOS plans? Will there be AI and will it be good en...

EFTM: Cracking the Enigma Code - an AI Concern?

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Microsoft has lots coming out of it's HQ in Seattle, how big a deal is CoPilot in the AI race - very. This week Trev discusses the hot topic of digita...

Tech Guide #602 - the first wave of Copilot+ PCs are here

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve kicked off a new era for PCs with Copilot+ – what we can expect from the major brands, Ecovacs takes cleaning to another level with the T30 ...

Electric Cars: Should the boss get Free charging at work?

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A listener posed the question - if my company installs Electric Chargers at work, should the boss get free charging for his EV, in fact, should anyone...

EFTM: SPECIAL EDITION: "Let them be kids" - Should we change the age of Social Media access?

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's a lot of debate, concern, questions and demands for the age at which kids can access social media to be lifted from 13 up to 16 right now. I u...

Movies: Argo

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Based on the true story of six American Embassy staff in Iran in the late 70's, this is a remarkable tale no matter how you cut it. Ben Affleck stars ...

#634 PRIVATE - So much Lego!

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

first time around in a while

EFTM: Microsoft launches CoPilot Plus PC - a new age in computing

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode recorded in Seattle just hours after Microsoft announced the CoPilot Plus PC concept and heralded a new age in computing - Trev sits d...

TBTT #634 - The AI Race - Apple vs Microsoft, your move Apple

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trev is in Seattle for Microsoft's big Copilot+ announcement, but just what is it? Stephen shares his thoughts on a new era of computing. And just wh...

Tech Guide #601 - What's your iPhone worth to trade in, Pixel 8a review

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Apple increases its trade-in offers for the iPhone, new accessibility features have been introduced for the iPhone and iPad including eye tracking, HM...

Electric Cars: BYD's two new PHEVs to take on the Aussie Market plus your calls

19 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A listener contemplates the Model Y or ATTO 3 - there's a lot to consider, but what will the wife want? And we hear from an MG4 owner, happy as a pig ...

Movies: Cocktail

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While he hasn't seen the movie, Trev has some views on Cocktail, so watch it with us again, or for the first time. Tom Cruise stars alongside Aussie B...

#633 PRIVATE - A Man in Full

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

And Souths:)

TBTT #633 - A social Media Ban under 14? Crazy or Genius plus loads of new AI

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just how would a STATE Government legislate a ban on people under 14 having Social Media. Stephen thinks there's merit, Trev thinks - well, he thinks...

EFTM: Motorola claims #3 in Australia

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Trev gets his troubleshooting hat on for Steve and recommends earbuds for Greg that won't fall out whilst jogging (something he is now an ex...

Tech Guide #600 - Dumbphones are coming back, digital wellbeing expert Joanne Orlando

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dumbphones are making a comeback with a re-release of the iconic Nokia 3210, we chat with Dr Joanne Orlando – a Digital Wellbeing researcher, presen...

Electric Cars: Tesla Supercharger layoffs, the BYD Seal and your calls on EVs!

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is the story with the Tesla supercharger network? Is it on hold for good? How will this impact owners and future sales? We talk to two people in...

Movies: Ransom

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mel Gibson stars as the wealthy businessman with everything, including his wife, played by Rene Russo and a young son. Until someone kidnaps the son, ...

#632 PRIVATE - 5K ALL DAY

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

but honest

EFTM: Digital ID Special - why we need it

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Trev is in London so no talkback calls, but we do have time for a special episode, talking about the Digital ID. Greta Menzies is Co-Founde...

TBTT #632 - Apple's new iPads break cover

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Optus has a new CEO - rest assured we'll get to that today folk after the "journey" we've been on. But first, all new iPad Pro and it's not just an in...

Tech Guide #599 - Telstra delays 3G shut down, Withings product roadmap

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Telstra pushes back the 3G closure date to give customers more time to switch, we speak to Withings Head of Consumer Products Matthieu Manenteau about...

Electric Cars: Honey can we stop for 20 mins? Plus from V8 Mustang to Hyundai EV

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you were a die-hard rev head, owner of a Porsche Sports-car and a Ford Mustang V8 - would your next car be an EV? One caller this week will surpri...

Movies: Titanic

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jack and Rose, a love story and a tragedy. The iconic Titanic disaster incorporated into a story about a valuable necklace. James Cameron goes to the...

#631 PRIVATE - Souths and Renovations

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where should one retire to?

TBTT #631 - Optus and TPG get together for the bush, Qantas Woes & more tech news

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Optus and TPG/Vodafone get together after it didn't work out with Telstra and TPG - it's a wild west out there but the ACCC don't care this time! We ...

EFTM: You had HOW MUCH GOLD in your truck? Talkback Tech questions answered!

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's podcast is huge but there's no extra charge. A bumper edition of The EFTM podcast ahead of a break next week whilst Trev is overseas. Lots...

Tech Guide #598 - Tesla Cybertruck in Sydney, Samsung 2024 OLED TV review

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tesla’s Cybertruck has been spotted in Sydney streets - find out where you can see it - and the Tesla Model 3 Performance is now available, HP has r...

Electric Cars: Real people, Real Stories - Talking to EV owners about their cars

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we go all-in on listener calls. And not just Tesla Owners! A Model 3 owner in the colder part of Australia A Mercedes AMG Owner who is "doi...

Movies: Senna

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

His death may be one of the most tragic in world sport, in his prime he lost his life doing what he loved. But how did he get to the peak of world mot...

#630 PRIVATE - Family History

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We got there

TBTT #630 - AI is taking over, or is it?

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, the cover art for this episode is AI generated, by Meta AI "Imagine two aussie blokes talking technology for a podcast" - not sure how you rate i...

EFTM: More AI Music and all your talkback calls

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Trev can't help himself and dives back into the AI jingle generator plus loads of calls from listeners needing help and advice. We like spe...

Tech Guide #597 - A deep dive into the 2024 Hisense TVs, Kobo colour e-readers

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Hisense Australia’s Chris Mayer who explains the new features of the 2024 range of TVs, Sony has united its new TVs and soundbars under t...

Electric Cars: Power your home with your car

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The frustrations of a broken charger - why? How will the industry get this together? We talk to man with a Porsche EV plan And powering your home with...

Movies: Phone Booth

20 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's human nature to answer a ringing phone - but would you ever think you'd live to regret such a simple thing? Collin Farrell stars as the PR guy st...

#629 PRIVATE - A tough week

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thoughts go out to anyone impacted

TBTT #629 - First look at what could be the iPhone 16 features, Boring and Nothing phones

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trev’s got some shiny new devices that are nothing but metal but tell us a lot about the next Apple iPhone - will it be a Shutter button? The Two Bl...

EFTM: Travel Tech Advice and the AI Jingle MADNESS

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of calls this week thanks to Producer Rob! So, get your ears listening for loads of advice, feedback and tech tips. Plenty related to Travel too...

Tech Guide #596 - Samsung talks about its latest TVs, DJI's new Avata 2 FPV drone

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Samsung Australia’s Jeremy Senior about the 2024 range of TVs, DJI has introduced the new Avata 2 FPV drone, we take a look at the BlueAn...

Electric Cars: March New Car sales & Global EV Sales

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen and Trevor unpack the March new-car sales data in Australia, how well are EVs selling - and which ones are most popular. Similarly, which cars...

Movies: When Harry Met Sally

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With as many Seinfeld-like references as one could want, Trevor and Stephen unpack a classic and very well known movie - When Harry Met Sally From whe...

#628 PRIVATE - GAP MAN

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It happened.. as promised

TBTT #628 - TV Season continues, Phone Scam and Hacking Warning

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Samsung has announced its key TV features and prices for their 2024 range, including the Music Frame - something very different. Stephen and Trevor h...

EFTM: How long does your Apple ID exist if unused? And important scam awareness

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Travel tips for eSIM use and Tablets vs Chromebook - a few people taking to the skies soon! A curious question about an Apple ID, and a big spending a...

Tech Guide #595 - How Amazon is preventing scams, the most popular affordable tech

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Amazon Australia’s Public Policy Manager Julia Steward about how Amazon is preventing scams and we’ll also chat with Chris Lau from Las...

Electric Cars: Chinese EV invasion, the EV Marketplace online & the Ford Mach-E

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show the all new cars from China being announced, and some coming to Australia - new brands to keep an eye on Amazing EV the place to b...

Movies: U571

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The German U Boat could hold the key to winning the war. Starring Matthew McConaughey along with Bill Paxton, Harvey Keitel and even people Trev doesn...

#627 PRIVATE - Wedding Bells

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Life's good

TBTT #627 - The Digital ID and Meta's war on news

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The two blokes unpack what a Digital ID is and how it's made to protect us, not take from us. So the question is - do you support a Digital ID? Will...

EFTM: How's Hubbl going for you?

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How big can your TV be in the room you have? We discuss that with one caller seeking something very big. Plus which technology? And if you've got old...

Tech Guide #594 - Best tech April Fool's Day pranks, Uniden DashView 60R review

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the latest tech April Fool’s Day pranks, LG releases its highly anticipated portable 4K projector, Boost Mobile expands into high spee...

Electric Cars: The EV Council on Government NVES and another Tesla owner

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

is CarPlay an essential for a new car? Stephen's relatively new to it, so gives us his views. We talk to the CEO of the EV Council about the Governmen...

Movies: When We Were Kings

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is this a movie? Well, it's a Movie-length documentary and it's an absolute favourite of Stephen Fenech. The story of Muhammad Ali's epic battle with ...

#626 PRIVATE - Dentures

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Getting old?

TBTT #626 - Apple's WWDC date and DOJ Drama, Samsung Cooking and more tech news

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trev's Fancy Withings watch which is smart, but also stylish - that's the Scanwatch Nova. The blokes also discuss Apple's WWDC and what needs to be an...

EFTM: Boost Broadband confirmed - what will it be?

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Boost Mobile Founder Peter Adderton joins Trev this week to discuss Boost Broadband. How will a new player differentiate itself? What will entice peop...

Tech Guide #593 - Scammers now using AI - how to stay safe

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The battle against scams and identity theft just got even harder thanks to AI and we talk to Norton’s Mark Gorrie about how we can stay safe, Arlo l...

Electric Cars: An Electric Ute for Australia! And the high performance EV for research purposes

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Isuzu has announced an all-electric Ute is coming to Australia, the blokes discuss this, plus a partnership between Nissan and Honda. We talk to Malco...

Movies: World War Z

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brad Pitt stars as the only really big name in a movie derived from a book, but adapted to suit the big screen. But what did the Author think of it? ...

#625 PRIVATE - The Blokes Wedding Proposals

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gibberish

TBTT #625 - More TikTok Drama, Samsung Responds and new iPads?

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

TikTok is under pressure again, this time the US Congress has voted overwhelmingly to move toward a ban if it's not sold. Samsung responds to LG's TV ...

EFTM: How old is your TV? And a user talks Hubble and More

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To Hubbl or not to Hubbl. One caller has a question about accessibility - another about Watchlists - we discuss! Problems with Online ordering and get...

Tech Guide #592 - 3G shutdown danger, Uniden 5K Dash Cam

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The serious problem we’re facing with the 3G shutdown, Samsung and LG go head to head with the launch of their 2024 TV, Uniden has released its firs...

Electric Cars: Industry Drama as Car Companies quit the Car Lobby group

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

High Drama at the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries with Tesla, Polestar and VW all up in arms against the position the industry body is taking...

Movies: Scent of a Woman

16 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Al Pacino plays a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who needs a babysitter. Turns out, he has his own plans for Thanksgiving weekend and takes Chris O'D...

#624 PRIVATE - The New Car Drama

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two Blokes Talking Rubbish

TBTT #624 - LG first with 2024 TVs, Royal Photos and Affordable Phones

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In an Olympic Year - LG is first out of the blocks with their 2024 TV range, and the big news is price - the big ones are cheaper this year. The Kate ...

EFTM: Smart home sensors in the Bathroom?

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A question about a brand of Smart home products we'd never heard of - just why isn't their full product range available in Australia? And on that, unp...

Tech Guide #591 - Samsung unveils new Galaxy A smartphones, Hubbl review

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Samsung has just unveiled its new range of Galaxy A Series phones, we sit down with the Epson global president and discover his vision for the future,...

Electric Cars: EVs in Strata Apartments and How highway charging needs to be

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about the charges you find in regional, rural and highway locations - Trev asks, why isn't someone investing in the future here? Why can't so...

Movies: Minority Report

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another Tom Cruise film this time directed by Steven Spielberg. A look into the future - well it was in 2002, today there's some interesting insights...

#623 PRIVATE - Viva Las Vegas

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You know Stephen loved it!

TBTT #623 - The new higher speed NBN plans and a Hubbl first look

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who wins and who loses from the new NBN plans, and just why is this happening - Stephen has a solid theory and it's one that might upset the big telco...

EFTM: 5G or NBN - what would you choose?

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What should our next big giveaway be? Help me with ideas - lets have a podcast brainstorming session. And 5G vs NBN - have you switched one way or th...

Tech Guide #590 - We're in Las Vegas - again, Hubbl launch date announced

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re in Las Vegas for the NRL double header, Hubbl announces its launch date, Apple shares some stories about customers whose live were saved by Ap...

Electric Cars: Factors affecting EV Car Range discussed

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The range of your Battery powered vehicle can be determined by a number of factors - there's no single number that covers it. Stephen and Trevor unpac...

Movies: Black Rain

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of Stephen's Hidden Gems, this fits the title of this podcast to perfection because Trev's never heard of it. Directed by Ridley Scott and Starrin...

#622 PRIVATE - Drive to Survive and more to watch

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A remote catch up

TBTT #622 - The issue of Prominence and MWC Barcelona

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trev flew all the way home from Barcelona to be here to record, but Stephen has jetted off to Las Vegas for his beloved Bunnies. However, we get it d...

EFTM:Live from Barcelona in the wee small hours

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A quick look at what Trev has seen in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress, then onto your calls From Streaming to Netflix and WiFi woes, always someth...

Tech Guide #589 - Questions about Hubbl's antenna-free internet TV, Echo Hub review

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Questions raised about Hubble’s free to air TV over the internet feature, Samsung to expand Galaxy AI to even more devices, Taylor Swift fans smash ...

Electric Cars: An all-electric wins Car of the Year!

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Drive.com.au has announced their car of the year, and it's an all electric beast very close to the show. We chat to Trent Nicolic from Drive.com.au a...