Tech Guide

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

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:41:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 04 May 2026 07:52:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:55:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:01:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:04:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:34:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:42:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:42:00 -0000

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

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

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:50:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:21:00 -0000

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.

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

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:12:00 -0000

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.

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

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:18:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:54:00 -0000

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.

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Tech Guide #677 - Oscar Piastri partners with Google Pixel

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 07:36:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:49:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:45:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 07:06:00 -0000

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 comparison is based on height only at 1:50 scale.

· NQ4 AI Gen 3 Processor – Compared to NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor. Picture quality of upscaled content will vary depending on the quality and resolution of source content and may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.

· Motion Xcelerator 165Hz - Requires compatible gaming PC supporting 4K resolution and 165Hz Variable Refresh Rate. Picture quality will vary depending on quality and resolution of source content.

· Glare free disclaimer - The QN90F 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 (also, will make sure any on-screen labels say Glare-Free rather than Anti-Glare or Anti-Reflective)

· SmartThings disclaimer – Requires Samsung Account, internet connection and SmartThings enabled devices.

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

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:32:00 -0000

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

· Viewing experience may vary according to types of content and format. Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.

Generative wallpaper

· Requires internet connection and Samsung Account. Number of daily attempts may be limited.

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

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:19:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:27:00 -0000

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.

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

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 07:51:00 -0000

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.

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Tech Guide #669 - Samsung v Hisense - the battle of the ultra-large TVs

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:33:00 -0000

AI is becoming the new weapon for scammers – we tell you what to look out for and how to stay safe and it’s the battle of the big screen TVs, Big Screen Battle - the Samsung 115-inch and the Hisense 116-inch – we run our eye over both, we take a look at the Vision Pro with M5, we check out the Kaspersky internet security software, Rode has launched its latest wireless microphone kit and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #668 - Eyes on with Amazon's AI smart glasses, Samsung Galaxy XR

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:57:00 -0000

We’ve just returned from San Francisco where we attended Amazon’s Delivering the Future Event – we go eyes on with the new AI glasses for delivery drivers and also talk about the new robotic and chat to Amazon executives about the new tech and howto make delivery times even faster. Samsung has just released its Galaxy VR headset to take on the Vision Pro, JBL has released a whole new range of soundbars, Aussie telco Spintel has sharpened the pencil on its high speed NBN plans and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #667 - Apple upgrades iPad Pro, MacBook Pro and Vision Pro with new M5 chip

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:40:00 -0000

Apple has released a range of new products – iPad Pro, MacBook Pro and Vision Pro – with its latest M5 chip, we take a look at Apple’ Watch Ultra 3 smartwatch, Tineco has released new value floor cleaning products, Belkin’s new range of items for the new iPhone 17 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #666 - How will Google's new AI Mode affect website traffic

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:23:00 -0000

Google releases AI Mode for search but what does this mean for website traffic, Australians are spending more on streaming services, Uniden has released new Solo X2K cameras, we take a look at the TCL NXTPaper 11 Plus tablet, how good could a $369 laptop possibly be – we check out the Kogan Atlas E900, Netgear releases its most affordable Wi-Fi7 Orbi ever and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #665 - Samsung releases its largest TV ever, AirPods Pro 3 review

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 07:17:00 -0000

Samsung has released its largest TV ever, which social media platform will start charging users to store their images, it’s 14 years since Apple co-founder Steve Jobs died – we share some memories, we take a look at the new AirPods Pro 3, we check out the product that can expand your smartphone’s memory, Adobe launches Premiere video editing for the iPhone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #664 - Australian exclusive interview with Ecovacs CEO David Qian, another Optus 000 outage

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:06:00 -0000

We talk exclusively with Ecovacs Robotics CEO David Chian, Optus has another Triple Zero outage, Arlo releases new pan and tilt security cameras, we take a look at the Deebot X11 robot vacuum, we run our eye over the new Samsung Galaxy S25 FE smartphone, we check out the Suunto RUN sportswatch and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #663 - All the new iPhones reviewed, the Optus 000 outage explained

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 03:06:00 -0000

We’ll take you inside the Optus 000 Outage and explain what happened, Meta has unveiled new RayBan Display AI glasses, LG’s latest Signature TV that will set you back a cool $75,000, we review every new iPhone – the iPhone Air – the iPhone 17 and the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #662 - Has Apple killed the SIM card with the iPhone Air

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:20:00 -0000

Has Apple killed the SIM card after the release of the iPhone Air – the thinnest iPhone ever? We run our eye over all the rest of the Apple announcements, we take a look at Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, Journey releases an unlosable wallet, the latest tech behind the award winning Uniden Baby Monitors and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #661 - Our wrap up of IFA 2025 live from Berlin

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

We're coming to you live from Berlin where we attended IFA 2025 and Samsung opened the show with a wrap up of their home AI and unveiled new micro RGB backlight technology - we chat about it with Phil Gaut Director of Consumer Electronics for Samsung Australia, Roborock has takes its robot vacuum smarts and taken it outside with a new range of robot lawnmowers, Ecovacs has unveiled the Deebot X11 which is stacked with features to give you an even better clean and we also talk to Karen Powell - the Ecovacs Director for Australia and New Zealand, Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S25 FE smartphone and the Galaxy Tab S11 tablet series, Belkin has new charging products and a new range of SoundForm earbuds and Apple iPhone 17 pricing will stay the same as iPhone 16 according to analysts and we'll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #660 - Samsung 98-inch TV review, Jabra's new meeting room solution

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

The Jabra product that can elevate your meeting – we talk to the Australian product manager Daniel Leary , Arlo adds new AI features to its popular security cameras Rode releases major software update to its Rodecaster Video, we take a look at the massive 98-inch Samsung Neo QLED TV, we also check out the Tineco Floor One S9 hard floor cleaner, we run our eye over the Quntis monitor light bars that can reduce eye strain and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #659 - There's a new faster wireless charging standard, Telstra Smart Modem 4

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:29:00 -0000

There’s a new faster wireless charging standard and Belkin has just unveiled its new range, iiNet joins the growing list of companies to suffer a data breach, Telstra releases its Smart Modem 4, we take a look at the LG Smart Monitor Swing, we check out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #658 - The iPhone feature that can protect you from scammers

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 08:56:00 -0000

The new iPhone feature that can protect users from scam callers, Apple and Google on the wrong end of a Federal Court decision, Sennheiser is celebrating its 80th Anniversary with a limited edition pair of headphones, we take a look at the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro smartwatch, we run our eye over the Bluetti Elite 100 V2 portable power station, we check out the Under Armour No Weigh backpack that can lighten your load and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #657 - NBN partners with Amazon's Project Kuiper to deliver fast broadband from space - how will it work?

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 07:47:00 -0000

NBN has partnered with Amazon’s Project Kuiper and we talk to country head Joe Lathan about the multi billion dollar deal, how the low earth orbit satellites will work and what Australian customers can expect. Also on the show Norton has launched new protections against deepfake scams, WhatsApp has launched new tools to combat messaging scams, we take a look at the LG OLED evo G5 smart TV, Samsung and LG release 4K Ultra short throw projectors and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #656 - NBN speed increases are coming - but you can get it today

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 08:23:00 -0000

Speeds are increasing on the NBN and one telco has pulled the trigger early with its new plans, Apple has kicked off its public beta for its latest software ahead of the official release, DJI has released a 360-degree camera, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, we run our eye over the HP Elitebook Ultra laptop, Tineco has unveiled its latest range of floor cleaners packed with the latest tech and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #655 - Devices linked to most battery fires - it's not e-scooters, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 review

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:42:00 -0000

New research from Allianz reveals the devices linked to the most battery fires – and it’s not an e-scooter, Kindle has released its first colour e-reader in Australia and, speaking of reading – Spotify is opening reading of a different kind – audiobooks, we give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, we also run our eye over the Ultrahuman smart ring, Reolink has released a new floodlight security camera powered by AI and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #654 - Scams we can expect after Qantas data breach, Hisense U8Q TV review

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 08:44:00 -0000

The scams Qantas customers can expect to see according to a cyber security expert, the feature that makes the new JBL Tour One M3 headphones stand out from the crowd, the new Rode product that’s been released that you can get for free, we check out the Hisense U8Q mini LED smart TV, we take a listen to the Nothing Headphones (1), Samsung hits new heights with its latest gaming monitor and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #653 - Hands-on look at Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 08:03:00 -0000

We’ve just returned from New York where we attended Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked – we’ll give you our hands-on first reviews of the products and we’ll also speak to Eric Chou – head of mobile at Samsung Australia and we’ll tell you about the next level foldable device Samsung will release before the end of the year, we’ll talk about the new Hisense luxury large screen TVs, LG has joined forces with will.i.am to produce the latest range of xboom Bluetooth speakers, how about an NBN discount for life – that’s what SpinTel has got for you plus we’ll answer all your questions In the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #652 - Amazon's latest robotic innovations, Samsung 3D monitor

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0000

We’ve just returned from Japan where we saw Amazon’s latest innovations and we spoke the head of robotics, we’ll share the latest news about the Qantas data breach, we check out Samsung’s new 3D gaming monitor, Nothing has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone and first over ear headphones, Logitech’s new Flip Folio iPad case that can protect the device and keep you productive on the move and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #651 - Podcasts 20th Anniversary, What we can expect from Samsung's Unpacked event

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0000

It’s the 20th anniversary of the podcast – we’ll take you back to where it all began, Samsung is gearing up for a new Galaxy Unpacked event – we’ll tell you what we can expect to see, Ecovacs is launched a new window cleaning robot, we check out Samsung’s new Smart Monitor M9, Epson has released its new EcoTank printer range, Shokz has revealed its new open ear headphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #650 - Australians warned about tax time scams, Meta partners with Oakley for new AI glasses

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 08:21:00 -0000

Australians warned to stay alert for tax time scams, Apple has updated its parental controls for make it easier for our kids to have age-appropriate experiences, the Vera C Rubin observatory has released its first astro images and they are amazing, we check out new Meta Oakley AI glasses, Panasonic has launched a new hot and cold blender that can clean itself, Adobe releases the new generative AI Firefly smartphone app and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #649 - Hidden features from Apple's WWDC, Hisense M2 Pro mini projector

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:37:00 -0000

Apple has held its Worldwide Developers Conference and we go through the main announcements including the new features that didn’t make the keynote, the F1 movie starring Brad Pitt is about roar into theatres – and you can watch the haptic trailer that lets you see and feel the action, we check out eero Pro 7 mesh wireless system, we roadtest Tineco Carpet One Cruiser, Hisense has released the M2 Pro Mini projector that can turn any room into a 4K home theatre and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #648 - iPhone compatibility with Telstra Satellite Messaging, Uniden's 4G security camera

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 08:12:00 -0000

There's an update to Telstra’s new satellite messaging service – more devices are now compatible, LG unveils a new smart monitor for work and play, Uniden has a new camera that can connect via 4G to keep eye on what’s important to you, we take a listen to the new Skullcandy Method 360 earphones, Belkin has released a range of accessories for the new Nintendo Switch 2, the Adobe Photoshop app is now available on Android and we’ll answer all your questions In the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #647 - Telstra activates satellite messaging, BritBox gets a makeover

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Telstra has activated its satellite messaging service – we’ll tell you the devices that will work at launch, cybercriminals are targeting Australians with AI-powered scams, we talk to Moira Hogan from BritBox about the exciting new changes coming to the streaming service, we’ll take a look at the new LG QNED TV range, Oppo has launched a new affordable smartphone with a massive battery, you can now get the MacBook Air at a bargain price at Big W and we’ll answer all your questions In the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #646 - Why your next iPhone could cost $4,000, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge review

Mon, 26 May 2025 08:20:00 -0000

Why the iPhone could cost more than $4000 thanks to President Trump, Dyson has unveiled the world’s thinnest vacuum, HMD has reinvented the flip phone., we check out Samsung’s super slim Galaxy S25 Edge smartphone, we take the new DJI Mavic 4 Pro for a spin, the smart speaker that enables remote care reminders for loved ones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #645 - Vodafone says Telstra has been overstating network coverage, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge first impressions

Mon, 19 May 2025 08:40:00 -0000

Vodafone’s explosive claims about Telstra overstating its network credentials, are you paying too much for your SIM-only plan, we share our first impressions of Samsung’s new super thin S25 Edge smartphone, we check out Sony’s new noise cancelling headphones, we take a look at Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K smart TV, Huawei unveils its new Watch Fit 4 smartwatches and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #644 - How a dash cam can keep you safe, new Reolink security cameras

Mon, 12 May 2025 08:16:00 -0000

It’s National Road Safety Week and Uniden shares the top five benefits of a dash cam, Reolink releases new wireless security cameras with pre-recording functionality, we announce the winners of the Belkin Mothers Day Giveaway, we check out the new D-Link 4G hotspot that you can use on your travels, we take a look at the Seagate Memory products you can also use on your travels, Microsoft has unveiled new Surface laptops and tablets and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #643 - Win a Belkin Mother's Day prize pack, Amazon eero Wi-Fi 7 mesh systems

Mon, 05 May 2025 07:54:00 -0000

This week we have a Mother's Day Giveaway of two Belkin product packs valued at more than $400 – find out how you can enter. We speak to Samsung Australia’s director of audio visual Simon Howe about the new 2025 Neo QLED smart TV line-up, Amazon has launched its new eero Wi-Fi7 mesh systems, we take a listen to the Belkin SoundForm headphones that punch well above their weight despite being priced below $100, retro meets tech with the new Polaroid Flip instant camera, Arlo’s adapter that connects its security cameras to power and the internet with the same cable and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #642 - Latest tech that won't break the bank, Apple Watch turns 10

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:39:00 -0000

Many Australians are doing it tough – we’ll tell you how to get the latest tech without breaking the bank, Apple Watch turns 10 years old, LG smart TV owners can now play the latest Xbox Games via the cloud, we take a look at the Garmin Instinct sport smartwatch, the latest range of Tile products so you’ll never lose your belongings, the smart drink bottle you can track and use as a phone stand and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #641 - Prepare for scams before the election, 15 Pro touchscreen monitor review

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 07:55:00 -0000

Norton is warning Australians to brace for a wave of scams before the election, Navman has released its first three-camera dash cam to cover your car on all sides, Uniden has partnered with new EV charging platform Ivygo to make charging safer and more convenient, we take a look at the new Espresso Displays 15 Pro portable touchscreen monitor, Belkin has released a 20K mAh portable battery, Fetch has given its user interface a big makeover and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #640 - How Apple Watch saved an Australian man from drowning

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:53:00 -0000

We’ve witnessed an amazing Masters Tournament at Augusta which is a smartphone free zone, why an Australian man owes his life to his Apple Watch Ultra, JBL unveils its latest flagship headphones with a handy new feature, we take a look at the new Google Pixel 9a smartphone, Apple’s AirPods Max now offer lossless audio, Samsung launches its latest range of tablets and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #639 - New Copilot AI features, Samsung 2025 OLED TV review

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:30:00 -0000

Microsoft has launched new Copilot features to make it more useful and personalised, Netgear has released the Orbi 870 Mesh System, the new international eSIM plans with unlimited data, we take a look at the new Samsung S95F OLED TVs, we also check out the IonMax+ Pro air purifier and why you need it, we run our eye over the Arlo Wired Floodlight security camera and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #638 - Getting your backups right, Ring's new AI feature

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:50:00 -0000

It’s World Back Up Day – 1 in 4 isn’t backing up their data and many that are are not doing it right – we’ll set you straight, Ring launches new AI features to find your videos faster, Apple has announced the launch date for the Worldwide Developers Conference, we take a look at the proprietary technology in Tineco’s latest floorcare products, we take a listen to the Audio Technica cartilage conductor earphones, Segway launches it latest electric scooters and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #637 - Scam fooling one in seven people revealed - and how to stay safe

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 07:18:00 -0000

Find out the common scam that is fooling one in seven people – and the tips to avoid becoming a victim. Google has revealed the latest and more affordable Pixel smartphone, we set up the new Hisense C2 Ultra projector, we take a look at two different mid-tier smartphones – the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the new Nothing Phone 3a series, Netgear’s most affordable Wi-Fi 7 solution and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #636 - Is the age of the influencer over, Telstra Scam Protect

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:28:00 -0000

Is the age of the influencer over - we talk about the latest scandal.Telstra has launched a new initiative to warn about potential scam calls in real time, Epson launches a range of new projectors that you can watch anywhere in your home, we take a look at the MacBook Air with M4, we check out the EcoFlow portable power solution that can be used in the wild and in your home, we run our eye over the ASUS Zenbook A14 laptop and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #635 - Would you go slower to save money with your NBN plan

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 22:04:00 -0000

Why Australian are looking for a better internet deal - but they are not looking at slower plans, Apple has just updated its iPad Air, MacBook Air and Mac Studio with new Apple silicon, we take a look at the Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni, the product that can offer wireless access to Android Auto in your car, Arlo partners with Samsung’s SmartThings and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #634 - Alarming research about children's online safety, Samsung Galaxy A smartphones

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 07:13:00 -0000

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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Tech Guide #633 - Apple changes up smartphone line up with the iPhone 16e

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:00:26 -0000

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 in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #632 - Belle Gibson spoke to Tech Guide before her lies were exposed

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 07:58:04 -0000

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 smartphone screen award goes to … the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #631 - Google Maps turns 20 - did you know it was created in Australia?

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 06:57:48 -0000

Google Maps turns 20 years old – but did you know it was created in Australia, HMD releases a new device to allow you to connect from anywhere via satellite, Apple has released Apple Invites to make it easier to bring your friends together, we share our verdict of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, we also check out the Acer Swift 14 AI laptop, Dyson has released the most powerful handheld vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #630 - Apple a step closer to a foldable iPhone

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Apple is a step closer to its first foldable iPhone, the iPad is 15 years old and I was at the launch, Vodafone has expanded its regional coverage, we check out the Netgear Nighthawk RS600 WiFi7 router, it’s back to school time and the smartphones to suit first time users, Swann has released a personal alarm system and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #629 - First look at Samsung Galaxy S25 Series smartphones

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 07:04:27 -0000

We’ve just returned from San Jose were we attended the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event which revealed the new Galaxy S25 series, Samsung also teased a super thin and light S25 Edge smartphone. Being the Australia Day long weekend I thought we’d go through some of the greatest technologies invented right here in Australia, we also we check out the new AirLock from OneAdaptr that's both a tracker and a lock, Arlo has released new flame detection technology that’s faster than a smoke detector, the wearable robots we found at the Consumer Electronics Show and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #628 - Arlo to improve protection with AI, new Netgear Orbi mesh routers

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Arlo has partnered with an AI company to improve home protection, Netgear has released the Orbi 770 to improve your home wi-fi. Samsung is now offering larger ring Galaxy Ring sizes, we check out the new DJI Flip drone, we take a closer look at the ASUS Zenbook A14, the Shinobi Flooring that can prevent injuries from falls and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #627 - the highlights of the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0000

We’ve just finished the Consumer Electronics Show and we’re going to give you our wrap of the biggest announcements from Samsung, LG and Hisense We’ll also take a look at the new robot vacuums, lifelike robots and the other quirky products we saw at the show and we’ll answer all of your questions of course in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #626 - We're in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0000

We’ve just landed in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show – we’ll give you a preview of what we can expect to see. LG and Belkin have already made some early announcements and we’ll take you through them. We take a look at the Samsung Heat Pump – an all-in-one washer dryer, EcoFlow has released a hat that can recharge your mobile devices, the case that adds a physical keyboard to your iPhone and we’ll answer all of your questions of course in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #625 - Apple Intelligence first impressions, world's smallest breathalyser

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 07:27:51 -0000

We share our first impressions of Apple Intelligence, we offer some more ideas from our 12 Days of Christmas Gadget Gift Guide, the winners of the Espresso Displays giveaway are announced, the new Andatech breathalyser that’s small enough to fit on your keyring, we take a ride on the Segway Ninebot ZT3 Pro electric scooter and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #624 - Our Christmas Gadget Gift suggestions, win an Espresso Display prize pack

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 07:21:22 -0000

Learn how you can win an Espresso Displays prize pack to be more productive in 2025, Samsung rolls out its One UI 7 Beta for its Galaxy smartphones, we share the some gift ideas from our 12 Days of Christmas Gadget Gift Guide, we check out the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ tablet, we also test drive the Aiper pool cleaning robot, the Uniden iGO Play 10 that can bring CarPlay and Android Auto to your car and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #623 - Oppo celebrates 10 years in Australia - we speak to boss Michael Tran, Hisense 110-inch TV

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 07:08:00 -0000

We speak to Oppo Australia Managing Director Michael Tran as the brand celebrates 10 years in the Australian market, as we expected the Govt ban on social media for under 16s has been passed – what happens now, we check out massive Hisense 110UX – the 110-inch ULED TV, how you can charge your Apple products in style with the new Journey Nova, we take a listen to the Logitech UE Miniroll Bluetooth speaker so you can take your music anywhere and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #622 - Digital wellbeing expert Joanne Orlando on the proposed social media ban

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:01:52 -0000

We speak to digital wellbeing expert and researcher Dr Joanne Orlando about the government’s proposed social media ban – do we need it, will it work? Also on the show Norton issues a warning to Australians to beware of Black Friday and Cyber Monday digital traps, the Oclean water flosser that fits in the palm of your hands, we check out the new STIHL range of battery powered garden tools, Samsung releases a new premium yet affordable smartphone, the Ugears 3D puzzles and models that help reduce stress and improve your mental health and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #621 - Is LG making a comeback to smartphones, new Apple Immersive content

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:30:32 -0000

LG is rumoured to be making a comeback in the smartphone market with a folding device, we go inside the BMW Plant in Spartanburg in South Carolina, Apple releases a new Immersive Video experience by The Weeknd for the Vision Pro, we check out the ReChargeCore rechargeable AA and AAA batteries, we roadtest the new July Carry On Pro luggage, Belkin has released the latest range of out affordable SoundForm earphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #620 - Samsung's rumoured tri-fold smartphone, Mac mini is the Yoda of Apple computers

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 07:33:53 -0000

Samsung is rumoured to be working on a tri-fold smartphone, Arlo releases the new Wired Floodlight Smart Camera, the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro has landed, we check out the new Mac Mini and tell you why it’s the Yoda of the Mac line-up, we also test the new MacBook Pro with M4, take a look at the handy new OneAdaptr charging stand and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #619 - streaming now matches free-to-air TV viewing, new MacBook Pros with M4

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 07:22:18 -0000

Prime Time is dead – we are spending as much time streaming as we are watching free to air TV according to an interesting new report from Deloitte, Apple unveils new M4 MacBook Pros, Optus hauled over the coals for alleged inappropriate sales practices, we check out the Hisense C1 Trichroma mini projector, we take a look at the LG QNED TV, the Sennheiser Profile Wireless audio solution for creators and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #618 - E-Scooters closer to being legal in NSW, new Sonos audio technology

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:09:11 -0000

E-Scooters are a step closer to being legal on NSW roads, Sonos launches new soundbar with new breakthrough audio technology in board, you can score a bargain at Aldi – a Uniden dash cam for less than $100, we give you our final verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Ring, our complete review on the new iPad Mini, we check out the affordable yet effective Ultenic T10 Pro Lite robot vacuum and mop and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #617 - 3G shutdown is here, Samsung Galaxy Ring

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 06:02:02 -0000

We have a 3G network community service announcement ahead of the network shutdown, our early thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Ring, Apple has unveiled the latest iPad Mini, we check out the Ecovacs Deebot X5 Pro Omni robot vacuum, Amazon has launched a new range of Kindle, we also test drive a Svbony telescope and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #616 - We're no law breakers, what's your car doing with your data

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:26:38 -0000

An update on our movie ripping project – and our efforts not to break the law, is your car spying on you – we reveal the car brands that are, Arlo has launched the new Essential XL with four times more battery, we check out the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE smartphone, we put the Google TV Streamer through its paces, the powerful new Panasonic shaver that fits in the palm of your hand and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #615 - Why I'm getting rid of my movie discs, new Netgear Wi-Fi 7 routers

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:16:47 -0000

We are getting rid of all our movie discs – but what we’re doing with our movie collection, Netgear has expanded its range of Wi-Fi 7 mesh and standalone routers, Jura unveils its latest automatic coffee machine, we give you our verdict on the Apple Watch Series 10, we take a look at the PlayStation 5 Portal remote player, Amazon has released a new range of security cameras and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #614 - Meta's Orion AR glasses, new Samsung Galaxy AI devices

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:38:04 -0000

Meta unveils its new Orion prototype AR glasses, Samsung releases a new smartphone and tablet with Galaxy AI onboard, one in six Australians have had their credit card information stolen – how you can protect yourself, we take the DJI Neo selfie drone for a spin, how you can turn your Echo speakers into wi-fi extenders, Rode releases a new game-changing video console and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #613 - Our verdict on the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro and the new AirPods

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 08:21:00 -0000

We share our reviews of the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro and the AirPods 4, we’ll also tell you about the Optus 5G standalone network for your home internet instead of the NBN, DJI has launched the Osmo Action 5 Pro, Logitech has a new go-anywhere speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #612 - I'M BACK! We go through Apple's latest product announcements

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 08:19:00 -0000

I'm back! We go through all of the Apple announcements including the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods meanwhile Sony has revealed the PlayStation 5 Pro - but it's not cheap, we take a look at the DJI Neo - the drone that can take off from the palm of your hands, Withings has a new smartwatch, Adobe previews its new Firefly Video Model which can generate and expand videos using AI and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Recast #6 - Celebrity Tech – Anthony Field and Matthew Reilly

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0000

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's the Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and best selling Australian author Matthew Reilly

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Tech Guide Recast #5 - Celebrity Tech – Erin Molan and Deborah Knight

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0000

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's TV and radio hosts Erin Molan and Deborah Knight.

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Tech Guide Recast #4 - Celebrity Tech – Steve Waugh and Ben Fordham

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's former Australian Test cricket captain Steve Waugh and 2GB Breakfast host Ben Fordham.

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Tech Guide Recast #3 - Celebrity Tech – Tara Moss and Jane Harper

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 02:06:00 -0000

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's best selling authors Tara Moss and Jane Harper.

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Tech Guide Recast #2 - Celebrity Tech - Dave Faulkner (Hoodoo Gurus) and Dan Whitford (Cut/Copy)

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week it's Dave Faulkner from the Hoodoo Gurus and Dan Whitford from Cut/Copy.

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Tech Guide Recast #1 - Celebrity Tech - Sandra Sully and Peter Overton

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

In this week's Tech Guide Recast - we're taking a look back at our greatest Celebrity Tech interviews - this week's Ch 10's newsreader Sandra Sully and Ch 9's news anchor Peter Overton.

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Tech Guide #611 - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 review

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 08:16:07 -0000

We’ve reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 – we’ll take a deep dive into the device that goes on sale this week and we’re talking LED lighting – and in particular downlights – we even went to the factory where they are made. In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a look at the Uniden products that are a must for new parents, the Belkin product that’s a must for Vision Pro owners and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #610 - Global IT outage could have been worse

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 08:25:42 -0000

The Global IT outage that stopped the world actually could have been much worse, Apple launches a new campaign about the dangers of web browsing, Optus is giving away 20,000 phones ahead of the 3G shutdown, we take a look at the new range of Uniden home security products, Dyson is taking on the big audio brands its new noise-cancelling headphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #609 - Samsung's Paris announcements, we talk to an Aussie astronaut

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 07:56:17 -0000

We take you through Samsung’s new announcements from Paris and we chat with Eric Chou – Head of Mobile Experience for Samsung Australia, we also have an interview that’s out of this world – we talk to Katherine Bennell Pegg – she’s the first astronaut who trained under the Australian flag – a fascinating chat. In the Tech Guide reviews, we take a look at the Microsoft Surface Pro Copilot+ PC, Segway Ninebot launches its new e-motorbikes in Australia and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #608 - Our review of Apple's Vision Pro

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 20:00:00 -0000

The Apple Vision Pro is here – we give you our in-depth review. Also on the show, LG has released its new wireless OLED evo TVs – and they’ve added an extra size, DJI has gone from drones to electric bikes, the TCL smartphone with a screen that’s easy on your eyes and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #607 - Samsung's Paris event - what will we see, Apple Watch X rumours

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 08:32:02 -0000

Samsung has confirmed a launch event in Paris – what can we expect to see? Rumours are swirling ahead of the release of a 10th Anniversary Apple Watch, Telstra reveals how scammers are trying to catch you off guard, JBL has released the new SoundGear Frames Audio Sunglasses, we take a look at the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum, we take a listen to the Beats Solo 4 headphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #606 - Our review of the Netgear Orbi 970 Wi-Fi 7

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:39:58 -0000

What price would you pay for amazing wi-fi? We’ve reviewed the Netgear Orbi 970 with WiFi 7 but it’s not cheap, are you suffering from TV envy, Belkin has released a new range of surge protection products, Logitech has launched new Bluetooth keyboard to use on the go, Amazon has updated its Echo Show smart display, the Force is strong with the new range of Casetify Star Wars cases and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #605 - All your Apple Intelligence questions answered

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 07:34:13 -0000

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 and also answer your questions about the iOS, iPadOS and macOS updates, we’ll talk about our latest experience with Apple’s Vision Pro, Samsung has released the Galaxy Watch FE, Panasonic has launched the Lumix GH7, Ecovacs has a half price deal with Aldi – we’ll tell you all about it and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0000

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 into the new ASUS range of Copilot+ PCs and ROG Ally portable gaming console recently announced at Computex, the Panasonic Multishape modular men’s personal care product, we take a listen to the new Sonos Ace headphones, we check out the world’s smallest 2-in-1 charger for iPhone and Apple Watch – the Butterfly from TwelveSouth and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Is your smartphone making you anxious? New research reveals why – and Sonnen has announced it will be closing it’s Virtual Power plant forcing customers to find a new energy plan – us included, we take a look at the Hisense U8 2024 smart TV, we run our eye over the Motorola Edge 50 Pro smartphone, Navman has released a DashCam for motor cycles and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 27 May 2024 08:40:50 -0000

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 Pro Mini robot vacuum, Uniden has the product to get your kids off their screens and into the great outdoors, we take a look at the DeLonghi Rivelia automatic coffee machine, Amazon releases the Eero wifi 7 mesh system, the Ember Travel Mug that keeps your hot drink warm on the move and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 20 May 2024 08:05:15 -0000

Apple increases its trade-in offers for the iPhone, new accessibility features have been introduced for the iPhone and iPad including eye tracking, HMD launches its first smartphones in Australia, we take a look at the Google Pixel 8a smartphone, Dyson has reinvented the mop with the new WashG1, Fetch adds free to air IP streams to its TV guide and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 13 May 2024 08:19:17 -0000

Dumbphones are making a comeback with a re-release of the iconic Nokia 3210, we chat with Dr Joanne Orlando – a Digital Wellbeing researcher, presenter and author about how both parents and children can use their technology safely and responsibly, we take a listen to the Audio Technica ATH-TWX7 earphones, Belkin has released the Auto Tracking Stand Pro, Apple launches its first new iPads in 18 months and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 06 May 2024 07:55:00 -0000

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 the company’s exciting roadmap, Roborock has released its new S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum, Netgear unveils the new Orbi 970 with Wi-Fi 7, why Australians are turning to AI to navigate online dating and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0000

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 released its range of AI-powered PCs, we take a look at the new Samsung 2024 S95D OLED TV, we run our eye over the Oppo Reno 11F 5G smartphone, Arlo has released a new even more affordable security camera fir under $100 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:47:35 -0000

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 the Bravia banner, we take a look at the new Kobo colour e-readers, Rode has launched new microphones and mounts, we check out the lunchbox that can heat itself up so you can enjoy a hot meal anywhere and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 06:59:00 -0000

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 BlueAnt Soundblade computer speaker, Sennheiser’s new earphones can measure your heart rate, Dyson introduces a new way to see how well you’ve vacuumed and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0000

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 Laser about the trends he’s observing when it comes to affordable technology, we take a look at the Geekom Mini IT13 PC, we check out the Australian-made software platform that puts all your entertainment in one place, we explain how you can watch sport for free on Hubbl and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:25:23 -0000

We talk about the latest tech April Fool’s Day pranks, LG releases its highly anticipated portable 4K projector, Boost Mobile expands into high speed broadband on the NBN, we take a look at new Uniden Dash View 60R dash cam, we also check out D-Link Aquila Pro mesh wifi routers, Aspera Mobile latest affordable smartphone has all the features except a high price tag and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:11:00 -0000

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 launches a new site so you can bundle and save on security products, we take a look at new Dreame robotic lawn mover, we check out the Verbatim Share my Screen 4K, the smart home market is about to explode despite cost of living pressures and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 07:13:20 -0000

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 first 5K dashcam, we take a look at Samsung Galaxy A55, we put the new MacBook Air with M3 through its paces, the portable air purifier that can offer clean air in your personal space and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

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, Acer has moved into the health and wellness space with a range of appliances, we take a look at the new Hubbl entertainment platform, we check out the new Apple MacBook Air with M3, Synology has released the BeeStation- a personal cloud system and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

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 Apple Watch, we take a look at the new ASUS Chromebook Plus, Kobo releases its ebook report, Ecovacs are offering a huge special on one of its most popular robot vacuums and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 07:00:32 -0000

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 through their data at her Australian concerts, we take a look at the Echo Hub control panel, we check out the Obsbot Tiny 2 webcam, the product that lets you show your Macbook some love and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #588 - Hubbl breaking news, why customers returned Apple Vision Pro

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 07:05:30 -0000

Breaking news on the upcoming Hubbl service and what we can expect, why people are returning their Apple Vision Pro in the US, the rechargeable batteries that can save you thousands, we take a hands-on look at the ASUS Zenbook Duo which has two 14-inch OLED displays, the 4-in-1 adapter which includes a portable battery, Tineco’s new complete floor cleaning product and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #587 - eSIMs on the rise, Meta Quest 3 VR review

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:57:00 -0000

eSIMs on the rise thanks to Optus – is the plastic SIM dead, Telstra deploys AI to improve its customer service, the new Celestron Origin automated smart telescope that makes capturing stunning astro images a snap, we run our eyes over the Meta Quest 3 VR headset, Ring releases its first battery powered Video Doorbell Pro, the slick Oppo A18 smartphone that costs just $219 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #586 - Apple Vision Pro launches, nuclear battery that lasts 50 years

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 07:13:20 -0000

Apple’s Vision Pro goes on sale in the US – when can we expect to see it in Australia, a Chinese startup has created a nuclear battery that will run for 50 years, Elon Musk’s Neuralink has implanted its first brain chip in a human patient, we give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Belkin releases its most versatile device ever, the Uniden Dash Cam that’s hitting Aldi stores for less than $100 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #585 - Apple preparing biggest iOS update ever, LG runout sale

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 07:20:00 -0000

Apple is working on its biggest ever iOS update – and it will include AI, ASUS announces the pricing and availability of its new 14-inch dual screen Zenbook Duo OLED laptop, LG has launched a runout sale for its 2023 range of TVs and soundbars, Oppo has launched an affordable yet feature rich phone, there’s a new way to display and store your spare Apple Watch bands and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #584 - Samsung enters the AI smartphone age with the S24 range

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 07:18:00 -0000

Samsung has entered a new smartphone AI era after unveiling the Galaxy S24, the Australian Government takes its first steps to regulate how AI is developed and deployed, ASUS unveils the world’s first 14-inch dual OLED screen laptop, we take a look at the Netgear Nighthawk Wi-Fi 7 router, we test out the DJI Mic 2 at the Consumer Electronics Show, Sky News launches a new streaming subscription service and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #583 - We go through the highlights of CES 2024

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 06:53:17 -0000

We've just returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and take you through all the highlights including the latest TV technology, how AI became the new buzzword as well as the other standout products and a few quirky finds as well. Tune in for all of that and much more. And we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #582 - We go inside the Sphere in Las Vegas, Samsung Galaxy S24 launch confirmed

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 07:19:00 -0000

We’re in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and we’ve visited the stunning Sphere venue – the new landmark on the strip, Samsung has confirmed the launch date for its S24 smartphone range, Microsoft is going to add a new key to its Windows keyboard for the first time in 30 years, we get behind the wheel of the new MG4 XPower, LG announces a new portable projector, Belkin unveils its new wired and wireless chargers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #581 - what tech to expect in 2024, Apple Watch under fire

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 06:19:42 -0000

We’ll take a look at what we can expect to see in 2024, Aussie Formula 1 star Oscar Piastri partners with Quad Lock to share an important road safety message, why Apple Watches were removed from sale in the US, we take a look at the Logitech Wave Keys ergonomic keyboard, LG introduces a new AI-powered robot, we take a look at the world’s most expensive television and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #580 - one of the most ridiculous products we've ever seen, Hisense Mini LED X TV review

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:39:37 -0000

What is the world coming to? A product has been proposed to prevent people being injured texting and walking, Vodafone and CommBank team up to combat SMS scams, more than 2.6bn personal records have been compromised in the last two years – what is the solution, we take a look at the Hisense Mini LED X TV, Withings has released the ScanWatch Nova Smartwatch, we go through our Christmas Gift Guide suggestions and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #579 - Australia's thriving app economy, driving the new Tesla Model 3

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:11:04 -0000

The App Economy is thriving in Australia, Sony has released a slimline PlayStation 5, Epson has launched a short-throw home theatre projector, we get behind the wheel of the new Tesla Model 3, we check out the new Ember mugs that can keep your tea and coffee warm, Laser launches an affordable range of smart decorative lights and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #578 - Australians paying high broadband prices, M3 MacBook Pro review

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 07:06:59 -0000

Australians are paying some of the highest prices for home broadband compared to other countries, only one per cent of Australians are recycling their old mobile devices, Telstra releases new speed and latency optimiser packs on its network, we take a look at the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max, we check out the Journey laptop sleeve that’s also a portable workstation, Panasonic has unveiled its new wearable gaming speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #577 - Optus CEO quits, messaging equity between iPhone and Android

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 07:35:52 -0000

The Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has resigned after the outage and following a Senate inquiry, Apple to adopt a new standard to bring messaging equality between iPhone and Android, we go behind the scenes at Oppo to see how their devices go from concept to reality, we take a look at the Uniden App Cam Pano security camera, Samsung has launched a new Shop app, the tech products that are causing the most injuries and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #576 - Optus outage fallout continues, speaker that's also a work of art

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 05:05:13 -0000

The fallout from the catastrophic Optus outage continues – what does the future hold for the telco, Laser has released a product that brings CarPlay and Android Auto to your vehicle, Apple TV+ comes to the Fetch TV box, we take a look at the Pantheone Obsidian speaker that looks like a work of art, Rode releases the Signature Edition of its iconic NT1 microphone, Samsung offers affordable luxury with its latest smartphone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #575 - Our fear of Christmas scammers, Mission Impossible competition

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 08:08:09 -0000

Australians are more worried than ever they’ll be scammed this Christmas, NBN has upgraded its fixed wireless network, Apple releases new MacBook Pros and an iMac powered by its new M3 chips, we take a look at the incredible DJI Inspire 3 professional filmmaker drone, the chargers that will meet your tech travel needs., we’ve got a special giveaway for your chance to win a 4K copy of Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part 1 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #574 - Foxtel's new Hubbl platform, Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 07:21:00 -0000

Foxtel launches new Hubbl platform that combines TV and streaming services, Samsung goes back to the future with the limited-edition Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro, Double Tap has now been enabled on the latest Apple Watch and Apple Watch Ultra, we take a look at the new Arlo Video Doorbell, Aspera Mobile has released a rugged yet affordable smartphone, we check out Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab A9+ tablet and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #573 - NBN gets cheaper, Oppo's new foldable smartphone, Navman dashcam offer

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:34:00 -0000

Your NBN plan is getting cheaper – we’ll tell you why, Oppo has launched a new foldable smartphone to take on Samsung, Australia has joined the World Phone Amnesty so smartphones have less of an impact on the environment, we take a look at the Navman MiVue ALTA dashcam that blends in your car – we also have a special discount offer for you, Netgear has unveiled its first WIFI 7 router – we’ll explain how it works, there’s a new more affordable Apple Pencil and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #572 - World-first AI tutor, Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro reviews

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 06:19:51 -0000

On this week’s show: An Australian world first with the introduction of an AI-powered tutor for students, working from anywhere just got a lot easier with the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk, Aldi is offering another affordable 4K TV in its Special Buys, we take a look at the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones, we also take a listen to the Denon earphones that can adapt to how you hear audio, Belkin’s new Thunderbolt 4 range for the ultimate connectivity and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #571 - All the announcements from HP Imagine, Goat G1 Robot Mower review

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 06:06:00 -0000

We’ve just returned from Palo Alto where we attended the HP Imagine event where new PCs and services were unveiled, Australians lost more the $3bn to scammers with younger people more likely to fall victim, we take a look at the ECOVACS GOAT G1 robot mower, MG has unveiled its latest EV that offers performance at a competitive price, Google has unveiled its new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #570 - iPhone 15 Pro overheating issues, Meta Quest 3, DJI Mini Pro 4 drone

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 05:39:11 -0000

Apple has confirmed an overheating issue with the iPhone 15 Pro and what they are going to do about it, Meta has released the Quest 3 mixed reality headset, Norton has launched an all-in-one security solution for small businesses, we take a listen to the new JBL Live Free 2 noise cancelling earphones, DJI has released the Mini Pro 4 drone, the new ASUS smartphone that is bucking the large screen trend and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #569 - Microsoft launches Windows 11 Copilot that puts AI at your fingertips

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:22:00 -0000

We’ve returned from New York where we attended Microsoft's launch of Copilot – the new generative AI for Windows, Microsoft also launched new Surface laptops, Norton has launched its own secure and private browser, we take a look at the new range of Stihl’s battery-powered products for the yard and the garden, Dyson has released a new Solarcycle Morph light, Amazon has released new Echo products and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #568 - A wrap up of Apple's launch event

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 06:40:00 -0000

We’ve returned from the Apple Event and will take you through all the major announcements including the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and new AirPods Pro, Blackmagic Design has released a powerful camera app for iPhone, Boost Mobile updates iPhone trade in values ahead of iPhone 15 launch, Technics has released a next-level direct drive turntable and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #567 - GoPro Hero12 Black, GOAT G1 robot mower, Sonos Move 2

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0000

GoPro has launched its latest Hero12 Black action camera, Ecovacs has expanded to the backyard with its first robot mower, Dyson releases its biggest air purifier for even larger spaces, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra tablet, Sonos has revealed its new Move 2 speaker, Bang & Olufsen joins forces with Ferrari to create a stunning audio collection and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #566 - Wrap up of the major announcements from IFA 2023 in Berlin

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 07:21:45 -0000

We wrap up the biggest announcements from the IFA tech trade show in Berlin, Apple has named the named the date for the iPhone 15 launch – what can we expect to see, Tesla has unveiled its new-look Model 3 which has been redesigned inside and out, we take a look at the new range of JBL earphones where you get to choose the form factor, Samsung has released a massive 57-inch gaming monitor, Netgear has released the world’s first unlocked mobile hotspot with 5G mmWave and WIFI 6E and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #565 - Samsung's tablets win major award, Aussie product lets you breathe underwater

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 06:47:18 -0000

Samsung has beaten Apple for the first time for an important consumer award for its tablets, the small affordable Australian-made product that lets you breath underwater, Kobo’s new all-you can read and listen book subscription, we take a look at Panasonic’s first 6-blade electric shaver, the Aspera Mobile affordable new smartphone with flagship features, the Sennheiser earphones that can also act as a hearing aid and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #564 - Navman's 4K dash cam, we drive the new MG4 EV

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:46:39 -0000

On this week’s show: Navman has released its first 4K dash cam – and they are saying it’s their best ever, we get behind the wheel of the new MG4 EV, why Mac users are being targeted by cyber criminals, we take a look at the DJI Air 3 drone, Nokia has released a sub $450 smartphone that you can repair yourself, Dyson’s Zone headphones, which we though were an April Fools Day joke when they were revealed, have now gone on sale in Australia and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #563 - Vodafone State of Scams report, Norton Genie app to spot scams

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 07:39:00 -0000

The Vodafone State of Scams report is a real eye opener and shows we’ve still got a massive problem, Norton has released a new AI-powered app than can help you spot the scams, my affair with Tesla has come to an end – I’ve actually gome back to my ex, we take a look at the DJI Osmo Action 4 camera, Oppo has launched the new Reno10 5G smartphone, BlueAnt releases a tiny but mighty portable speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #562 - We're back from Seoul with new Samsung foldable smartphones

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 07:27:38 -0000

We’re back from the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event in Seoul with the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 and we talk to Samsung Australia Vice President Garry McGregor, the NBN is expanding its fibre footprint even further, DJI has launched a new dual-camera drone, Sony has unveiled its latest flagship noise cancelling earphones, Ecovacs is cleaning up with its latest robot vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #561 - Save money on your mobile data, the huge change for future smartphones

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Are you paying for mobile data you don’t use? Circles Life can help you save money, Netflix’s password sharing crackdown has resulted in millions of new subscribers and why your future smartphone is going to be a lot different thanks to a new EU ruling. We take a look at the new way to charge your devices and organise your desktop at the same time, LG launches a coffee machine that looks out of this world, HP’s line-up of tank printers just got a lot smarter and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #560 - Special Scam Prevention Edition - Optus and Norton to the rescue

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 08:30:00 -0000

On this week’s show: We’re going to help you avoid being scammed – first up Optus has launched a new initiative with the banks and second, Norton releases a phishing dictionary to more easily identify scams. And it was also World Emoji Day (July 17) and we look at the latest emojis and how we’re using them, we take a look at the new Sennheiser Profiler USB Microphone, Hisense debuts its TV and appliance range by taking over a house in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, it's now easier to use your iPhone and Apple Watch on public transport and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #559 - Threads takes off and takes on Twitter, Prime Day bargains, a bigger Dyson

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 08:28:00 -0000

The new Threads platform is taking on and could possibly overtake Twitter, Ecovacs Robotics have revealed their Prime Day specials, we go through all the other bargains you can find this week, we take a look at the new Dyson cordless vacuum, we check out the Theragun Mini 2.0 is like have a masseur everywhere you go, the Bon.Elk devices that lets you add a dash of colour to your workflow and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #558 - Apple working on 30-inch iMac, Peloton's new fitness content, turn your laptop into a dual monitor

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Apple is rumoured to be working on a 30-inch iMac, Peloton has launched new gaming-inspired fitness content, Meta rolls out new parental supervision tools for Facebook, Instagram and Messenger, we take a look at the new device that turns any laptop into a dual monitor set-up, Samsung has released is smart Bespoke AI laundry appliances, LG has unveiled its entry level laptop for students and young professionals and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #557 - Say goodbye to passwords, cheapest EVs revealed, Google Pixel Tablet review

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 08:17:00 -0000

Forget remembering passwords – Apple is introducing passkeys, the race to have the cheapest EV in Australia is on, the Optus CEO admits they could have done things better after the data breach, we take a look at the new Google Pixel Tablet, MGI has launched a hi-tech remote control golf buggy, Hisense has released its 2023 range of smart TVs and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #556 - Tax time scam warning, our worst smartphone habits revealed

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 08:33:27 -0000

Norton has issued a warning about tax time scams – what to look out for and how to avoid becoming a victim, LG has launched its colourful range of appliances, Australia’s worst smartphone habits have been revealed, we take a look at the new 15-inch MacBook Air, we’ll take a listen to the LG Tone Free T90 earphones, we brush up on the Colgate Pulse connected electric toothbrush and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #555 - Our experience with the Apple Vision Pro, new Sony Bravia XR TVs

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 06:32:48 -0000

I was one of the first in the world to try Apple’s Vision Pro – I’ll tell you about the experience, we’ll go through the other software updates and hardware releases from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, Samsung has confirmed the launch location for its next foldable smartphone launch, we take a look at the new range of Sony Bravia XR TVs, Belkin’s new power bank that can charge both an Apple Watch and iPhone, STM has released a shatterproof screen protector and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #554 - Turning my back on Tesla, new Motorola Razr folding phone

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 05:03:49 -0000

The final chapter in my EV story – I’ve turned my back on Tesla, the App Store breaks the trillion dollar mark in 2022, the bargain large-screen TV you can buy at Aldi, we take a look at the new Motorola Razr 40 Ultra folding smartphone, BlueAnt launches a monster Bluetooth speaker, Uniden is giving away solar panels with its wireless security cameras and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #553 - Netflix dramas, Samsung Digital Key, JBL Tour Pro 2 review

Mon, 29 May 2023 08:26:38 -0000

The dramas have already started with the Netflix password sharing crackdown, Samsung launches a new digital key to unlock and start your car with a Galaxy smartphone, Sony has unveiled a new portable gaming device, we take a look at the JBL Tour Pro 2 earphones which have a smart case with a built-in display, ASUS has unveiled its OLED laptop range, the BackBone One PlayStation edition is finally available for Android users and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #552 - Running with the Rabbitohs and an MG ZS EV, Netgear Orbi review, ASUS ROG Ally

Mon, 22 May 2023 08:08:55 -0000

I’m catching up with the Rabbitohs at their new performance centre with an EV from their sponsors MG Motor, Amazon has released new Echo speakers for your home and your car, Optus has released an AI-powered feature that can add a lot of fun to your calls, we take a look at the Netgear Orbi 860 Series mesh wifi system, ASUS has unveiled its new portable gaming system, Canon has released a new camera for vloggers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #551 - Tesla cancels Model S in Australia, Emergency SOS via satellite on iPhone 14, Pixel 7a review

Mon, 15 May 2023 08:14:00 -0000

Tesla has cancelled the new Model S EV for Australian customers – and we’re not happy, Emergency SOS via satellite is now active in Australia and New Zealand, Segway-Ninebot has launched its new line up of electric scooters, we take a look at the Google Pixel 7a smartphone, Navman launches a new dash cam that blends into your car, Belkin's new BoostCharge Magnetic Power Bank 5K can keep you powered on the move and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #550 - AI Bing opens to all, smartphones sales slump, Samsung A54 5G review

Mon, 08 May 2023 08:00:00 -0000

AI-powered Bing search and Edge Browser is now open to all, smartphone shipments continue to slump around the world – who are the winners and losers, Nokia releases one of the world’s toughest smartphones, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G, Anker launches a portable power station,. Jura has a sweet new coffee machine that can add new flavours to your brew and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #549 - TikTok investigation, 5G network report card, Arlo Pro 5 2K review

Mon, 01 May 2023 08:00:00 -0000

TikTok launches an investigation – into itself, we take a look at the report card on the Australian 5G networks and how a smart speaker can get you back on track and motivated to achieve your goals, we take a look at the Arlo Pro 5 2K security camera, DJI has released a drone with a triple camera, Ecovacs makes a price breakthrough with its latest robot vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #548 - Govt move to stop scam texts, National EV Strategy, Samsung OLED review

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 08:16:54 -0000

The Federal Government initiative that could protect Australians from text scams, the National Electric Vehicle Strategy has been formulated but will be enough to boost EV sales, Optus is deploying an AI Voice Assistant to make getting support faster and easier, we take a look at the Samsung 2023 OLED TV, we run you through the LG range of 2023 TVs, the new Prime Video accessibility feature that will allow to people to enjoy their movies and TV shows even more and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #547 - Rode's new audio products, DJI Inspire 3, ASUS foldable laptop

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 07:52:53 -0000

Rode has released a number of new products at the National Association of Broadcasters Show in Las Vegas, DJI – as we predicted – has released the stunning Inspire 3, MG releases another affordable EV, we take a look at the ASUS Zenbook foldable laptop, the device from Morphee that can manage your anxiety and mental health, Fetch has had a major software update of it popular PVR and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #546 - DJI's latest pro drone, get inside Amazon's robotic fulfilment centre

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 06:51:38 -0000

DJI set to reveal latest professional drone this week, Amazon now offering tours of its robotic fulfilment centre, Roborock unveils its latest S8 flagship robot vacuums, we take a look at the Kobo Elipsa 2E ereader which is also an ewriter, Oppo releases a new affordable yet stylish smartphone, Ecoflow releases its River 2 portable power stations and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #545 - Ford Mustang EV, Apple's 2023 WWDC, Sonos Era 300 review

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Ford has unveiled its all-electric Mustang SUV, Apple has confirmed the date for the WWDC 2023 and what we can expect to see, the NBN is offering faster speeds for regional Australians, we get behind the wheel of the Tesla Model Y Performance, we take a listen to the new Sonos Era 100 and Era 300 speakers, the new robot that can clean your windows and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #544 - AI joins one of the world's most popular products, Optus $5 a day roaming

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 07:19:39 -0000

AI is now part of one of the most often used products in the world, Optus has introduced $5 a day international roaming – but is it as good as Vodafone’s, the surprising stats on the the age some kids are receiving their first smartphones, we take a look at the new Nespresso Vertuo POP, Arlo has released the Pro 5 2K security camera in Australia, the device that’s a game changer for those suffering hearing loss and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #543 - Take your power anywhere with NRGVault, new Sonos speakers

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 07:02:09 -0000

Now you can take your power anywhere with the NRGVault portable power banks, Sonos has released new smart connected speakers, Apple has launched a new classical music app, we take a look at the Oppo Find N2 Flip foldable smartphones, Uniden has released a dash cam for utes and work vehicles, Netgear’s M6 5G mobile hotspot has now been unlocked to work on any network and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #542 - Cybercriminals using ChatGPT to perfect their scams, MWC wrap

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Cyber criminals turning to ChatGPT to make their scams even more convincing, Australians are feeling the pinch but are leaving savings on phone and internet deals on the table, we wrap up Mobile World Congress which just ended in Barcelona, we take a look at the Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 active noise cancelling earphones, significant upgrade for Windows 11 including iPhone connectivity, Meta rolls out new tools for teens to find and remove intimate and exploitive photos from social media platforms and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #541 - Souths Juniors using tech to improve brain health protocols in rugby league

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0000

South Sydney Juniors has partnered with NeuroFlex to adopt game-changing brain health protocols, we’ll take a look at the Rode NT1 mic with dual connect, Uniden has launched its new smart baby monitor, you can now make free calls to mobiles and landlines with Alexa on your Echo smart speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #540 - Pay for your blue tick on Facebook and Instagram, Peloton Tread review

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 07:04:33 -0000

You can now pay for your blue tick on Facebook and Instagram with Meta Verified, Vodafone hits a six at the Sydney Cricket Ground with record 5G speeds, Circles Life announces Pay What You Want mobile plans for added flexibility, we take a look at the Peloton Tread which has just arrived in Australia, Oppo has released the new Find N2 Flip foldable smartphone, DJI has launched the Mini 2 SE small and affordable drone you can take anywhere and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #539 - Netflix changes has customers - and me - fired up!!

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 07:38:32 -0000

Netflix customers, and myself, are getting fired up with the streaming giant set to ban password sharing, my electric vehicle dilemma that could see me turn my back on Tesla, the Australian government kicks off an initiative to provide free NBN for up to 30,000 families, we review the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphone, how Uniden’s new App Cam Pano camera can beef up your security, how AI is taking over search in 2023 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #538 - first look at the Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 06:20:23 -0000

We’ve just returned from San Francisco where we attended the Samsung Galaxy S23 launch, we also spoke with Samsung Australia’s vice president and head of mobile Garry McGregor about the new line-up, we check out the new MacBook Pro with the new M2 Max chip, Rode has just launched a new microphone headset, Technics has released a Super CD player priced at $5,499 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #537 - ChatGPT - we put it to the test, Apple's new privacy short film

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0000

ChatGPT – what is it – how does it work and can students use it to cheat - we put it to the test, Apple has released a short video with a Ted Lasso star Nick Mohammed to showcase its new privacy features and Bowers and Wilkins has released the Pi7 S2 earphones, we check out the deluxe new Sony DualSense Edge wireless controller, Samsung has released the Odyssey G6 gaming monitor that’s also a smart TV, Cricut’s new EasyPress products to help you personalise anything and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #536 - new Apple chips, new MacBook Pros and HomePod is back

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Apple has made a number of announcements this week - they've updated Apple Maps, news M2 Pro and M2 Max chips, new MacBook Pros and the return of the HomePod - we’ll take a look at them all, we’ll also talk about all the new Logitech Brio 300 webcam, we check out the new Oppo A17 smartphone with flagship features, we take a look at the new Roborock S8 Pro Ultra and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #535 - Samsung names S23 launch date, world's first solar-powered EV

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 06:12:47 -0000

Samsung has named the date for the launch of the Galaxy S23, we take a look at Lightyear – the world’s first solar powered EV that had its origins in Australia, JBL has launched its new soundbar with detachable wireless rear speakers, we check out the new Equinox 2 smart telescope we discovered at CES, Bird Buddy the smart bird feeder, the Silent Mask that give you silence and privacy for your call and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #534 - wrap up of the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0000

We’ve just completed the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and we’re are going to go through the major announcements and the biggest products of the show, we’ll talk about all the new and quirky products we got our hands on – there’s some cool stuff to talk about and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #533 - live from CES in Las Vegas, what we can expect to see

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:34:35 -0000

We’ve just landed in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and we’ll talk about what we can expect to see, the trends and themes we’re likely to see, meanwhile LG has already made some announcements, we take a listen to the Bowers and Wilkins Px8 headphones, we check out the Philips Air Performer, how you can create your own customised version of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #532 - Scams to get worse in 2023, international roaming for pre-paid customers

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:54:12 -0000

Brace yourself for even more sophisticated scams next year and what we can do to stay safe, Boost Mobile has launched international roaming for pre-paid customers, we wrap up our 12 days of Christmas Gift Ideas, DJI has launched the DJI Mini 3, Apple has released a new collaboration app called Freeform, Grid Studio has unveiled its new framed original iPad art frame and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #531 - Lawsuit alleges Fortnite is too addictive, Dyson Zone headphones/air purifier goes on sale

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Parents launch class action against Fortnite creator Epic Games alleging the game is too addictive, Dyson Zone headphones with a built-in air purifier - which many thought were an April Fool's Day joke and our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas continues, we take a look the new Belkin 11-in-1 Multiport Dock, Bowers & Wilkins launch a McLaren edition of their Px8 headphones, Apple Music now has a sing along feature and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #530 - Christmas gift ideas, know everything about dash cams, Kindle Scribe review

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 07:04:54 -0000

We’ve kicked off our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas, we speak to Navman about everything you need to know about dashcams, Rode has released the VideoMicro II mic to add pro-level quality to your camera or smartphone, we take a look the new Kindle Scribe which can be used for reading and writing, we check out the Smartmi Air Purifier P1, the HoverBar Tower which can position your iPad perfectly for handsfree use and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #529 - is Twitter better under Elon Musk, device to improve solar, Focal Bathys headphones

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 07:27:48 -0000

Has Twitter been a success under Elon Musk – he’s tweeted a few stats, the device that can make your solar panels and battery even more efficient, now you can download and stream your Audible audiobook from your Apple Watch, we take a listen to the Focal Bathys audiophile headphones, we run our eye over the Oppo Pad Air tablet, the solutions from July to help you travel with your tech and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #528 - Black Friday tech deals, Samsung robot vacuum, Netgear M6 Pro 5G hotspot

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:39:43 -0000

The best tech deals in the Black Friday sales, Samsung has re-entered the robot vacuum market. the app that’s like Airbnb for swimming pools, we take a look at the Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro 5G hotspot, the new MacMate wireless charging station for all your Apple devices, the new Oral B Bluetooth electric toothbrush that can improve your oral health and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #527 - saving money on phone plans, Apple TV 4K review, DJI Mavic 3 Classic

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0000

How you can save money by taking a look at your mobile plans, internet and subscription services, Arlo has released a new security and a whole home security system, DJI has released a more affordable version of the Mavic 3 drone, we take a look at the new Apple TV 4K, we take a listen to the Bose QuietComfort II earbuds, Sony has finally revealed the release date and pricing of its VR2 headset and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #526 - Why I decided to sack Optus after 25 years

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 07:06:34 -0000

Why I sacked Optus after 25 years – and it has nothing to do with the data breach – I will tell you my detailed Optus horror story, we take a look at the new Belkin Soundform Nano Earbuds designed just for kids, Rode had released a new range of products for streamers and gamers, Espresso releases its latest espressoFlow software to improve your productivity and creativity and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #525 Ultra-Fast EV charging, save money with a smart home, iPad and iPad Pro reviews

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:01:00 -0000

Faster EV chargers are coming - they will be able to charge an electric car as fast as 15 minutes, how you can save money on your electricity and water bills using smart home devices, the NBN is extending fibre – possibly into your neighbourhood, we take a look at Apple's new 10th Generation iPad and the M2-powered iPad Pro, Arlo has launched a new personal safety device, Bowers and Wilkins have released the James Bond 007 version of its Px8 headphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #524 - Apple teams up with Mercedes Benz, Oppo's first tablet, latest Optus drama

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 07:25:40 -0000

The latest issue that has angered worried Optus customers, Apple and Mercedes Benz have partnered to offer drivers an all-new audio experience, Oppo has released its first tablet in Australia – but it sounds like the name of another very popular tablet, we take a look at the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones, we check out the TCL NXTPAPER 10s tablet which is a lot easier on your eyes, Sony has released a new pocket-sized vlogging camera and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #523 - Google Pixel 7 smartphones, CreditSavvy app, Netgear Orbi WI-FI 6E

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Google has unveiled is Pixel 7 smartphones and its first smartwatch, we’ll tell you about the app worried Optus customers are flocking to, the AnkerWork product that allows you to have high quality video meetings anywhere, we take a look at the new Netgear Orbi WIFI 6E mesh system, we check out the just released iPhone 14 Plus which is supposed to have the best iPhone battery life, Logitech has released new made for Mac keyboards and mice and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #522 - Tesla introduces Optimus robot, Optus calls in outside investigators, Kindle Scribe

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Tesla has unveiled its latest product – and it’s not a car, Optus still under fire after its catastrophic data breach, the timely Norton product released months before the Optus debacle, we take a look at the new Sonos Sub Mini, Amazon releases a new read and write Kindle and new Echo speakers, Bowers & Wilkins launch new audiophile quality headphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #521 - Latest on Optus data breach, AirPods Pro 2 review, Windows 11 update features

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0000

We have the latest on the Optus data breach and what this means for you if you’re a customer, Amazon launches a new Alexa Kids experience, I’m now part of an exciting new lifestyle TV show, we take a listen to the new second generation AirPods Pro, Google has released a new Chromecast, we go through the main features of the latest Windows 11 update and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #520 - Streaming freeloaders, new DJI and GoPro action camera, iPhone 14 verdict

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 08:37:01 -0000

We love streaming services but research has revealed many are freeloading on someone else’s account, we check out the chair that can help you work in comfort, DJI released its new action camera on the same day as GoPro, we give you our verdict on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, Uniden has released a new high-tech baby monitor, Samsung’s portable storage solutions that can handle anything and still keep your data safe and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #519 - Apple's new announcements - iPhone 14, Apple Watch Ultra, AirPods Pro 2

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0000

We’re back from attending Apple’s launch event in Cupertino and we’ll go through all the product announcements – the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, Apple Watch Ultra, Apple Watch Series 8 and AirPods Pro 2. We check out the new Sony WH-1000XM5 noise cancelling headphones, Bose have released its new noise cancelling earphones, MG has unveiled its new ZS EV SUV and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #518 - LG's new OLED screens, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 & Z Flip 4 reviews

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 08:05:24 -0000

LG unveils new OLED screens at the IFA tech trade show in Berlin, 360 releases a new affordable P7 robot vacuum, we go hands on with the ASUS Space Edition laptop, we check out the new Samsung Foldables – the Z Fold 4 and the Z Flip 4, we’ll also talk about Jabra’s new Elite 5 noise cancelling earphones and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #517 - Apple's iPhone 14, SVOD on the rise, new DJI Avata drone

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:24:00 -0000

What we can expect to see at Apple’s launch event next week, subscription entertainment services on the rise despite cost-of-living pressures, Telstra is now offering free wi-fi across Australia – we’ll tell you where you can find it, DJI has launched a new FPV drone called Avata, Fitbit unveils three next generation trackers, the device that can charge your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods all at once and in the Tech Guide Help Desk we’ll give you some tech gift ideas for Father’s Day.

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Tech Guide #516 - Apple security update, stamp duty waived on EVs, Shazam is 20 years old

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 07:57:47 -0000

Apple issues an urgent security update for its products, stamp duty to be waived on electric cars and its 20 years since music recognition app Shazam was launched, we check out the new Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro smartwatch, we’ll go through JBL’s latest audio products, Samsung has launched a 55-inch curved gaming screen and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #515 - Live from Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, hands on with Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0000

We are live in New York for Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event where it unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Watch Five, Watch 5 Pro and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro earphones and we’ll also be talking to Samsung Australia's head of mobile Gary McGregor, Apple has plans offset the power used by their customers to charge and use their Apple products, we take a look at the Sennheiser Momentum 4 ANC, headphones, we check out the ASUS ROG Phone 6 gaming smartphones, Snapchat has created an in-app safety tool called Family Centre so they can keep an eye on their kids on the platform and we’ll answer all of your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #514 - iPad rumours, why Gen Z love subtitles, Google Pixel Buds Pro review

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 07:30:00 -0000

Rumours are swirling about the new iPad after some leaked renders, why does Gen Z love subtitles when watching TV shows and movies, Uniden has released a higher resolution wireless security camera we check out the new Google Pixel Buds Pro earphones, we take a look at the Lenovo Slim 7 X Pro laptop, we’ll tell you about Oppo’s affordable new smartphone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #513 - Huawei Smart Office launch, 5G v NBN, TCL C835 4K TV

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 08:17:31 -0000

We’re in Bangkok for Huawei’s Smart Office launch event and we’ll go through their announcements, 5G is taking on the NBN and that’s how the telcos want it, what we can expect to see with the PlayStation VR2 headset, we check out the new TCL Mini LED C835 4K smart TV, we get our hands on the BackBone One PlayStation Edition, Motorola’s new G62 smartphone that is designed to entertain you on the move and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #512 - eScooter trials, robot vacuums in hot demand, Pixel 6a review

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 08:16:09 -0000

Shared electric scooter trials to roll out this week, what’s the most in demand product for the home right now – and it’s not a TV or a coffee machine, Samsung outlines how’s it staying one step ahead of cyber criminals with its smartphones, we check out the new Google Pixel 6a smartphone, we take listen to the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 noise cancelling headphones, Uniden has released its news 4K dash cam and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #511 - Smartphone repairers that come to you, M2 MacBook Air review

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 08:55:00 -0000

Six million Australians damaged their phones in the last year – now there’s a new repair service that comes to you, Telstra’s 5G network is now in reach of 80 per cent of the population, it’s 10 years since Psy hit a billion views on YouTube with Gangnam Style – we take a look at the other music videos that have also crossed a billion views and the records they set, we run our eye over the re-designed M2 MacBook Air, we roadtest the new wearable Panasonic SoundSlayer speakers, we turn up the volume with the SoundBoks GO speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #510 - Smartphone and smartwatch special edition

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:20:00 -0000

Samsung retains top spot ahead of Apple in the smartphone category, foldable smartphones have experienced huge growth and we go through the rumours ahead of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 launch next month, the tips to keep you safe online at tax time, we look at not one smartwatch but two – the Huawei Watch D which can take your blood pressure and the Withings ScanWatch Horizon which looks like a regular watch, we also road-test the Samsung Bespoke Jet Pro Stick Vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #509 - iPhone 15 years old, high quality headphones and earphones, mini projector

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 05:20:00 -0000

It’s 15 years since the first iPhone went on sale, the next Apple Watch will tell you if you’re running a fever, Bowers & Wilkins releases its latest noise cancelling headphones, we take a look at the Astell and Kern UW100 earphones, Philips Pico Projector allows you enjoy your movies and games anywhere on a grander scale, Uniden’s new car kit means you can take your UHF radio anywhere and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #508 - Apple VR headset rumours grow, Arlo Go 2, M2 MacBook Pro

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 05:20:00 -0000

Did Apple just confirm its rumoured VR headset, our first impressions of the Tesla Model Y and our growing appetite for EVs, the app that can make it easier to take a sickie, we take a look at the Arlo Go 2 4G camera, we road-test the M2 13-inch MacBook Pro, the Belkin product that can protect you from an expensive Apple Watch repair and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #507 - Norton 360 Advanced, how fast is tech depreciating, blood pressure wearable

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:20:00 -0000

Just how fast are your tech products depreciating – and which ones are holding their value, Norton has launched new internet security software with Identity Theft Insurance and facial recognition technology is being used in some Australian retail store – should we be worried, Huawei has released four new wearables including a blood pressure monitor, Sony’s new in-car AV receivers offer wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LG has entered the laptop market with its latest Gram range and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #506 - Tesla Model Y, Netgear Wi-FI 6E Orbi, Call Of Duty Modern Warfare II

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:20:00 -0000

The Tesla Model Y has finally gone on sale in Australia, we go through the highlights from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, Hisense has revealed its 2022 smart TV range, Netgear has released the Orbi Quad Band WiFi 6E Mesh System, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 is now available, we get ready for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 from Infinity Ward and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #505 - Apple M1 Macs booming, Roborock's new robot vacuum, Sonos Ray soundbar

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:20:00 -0000

Why Apple’s decision to make its own silicon is paying dividends, Dyson’s dust study that has some interesting findings for pet owners, Roborock releases the S7 MaxV Ultra Robot vacuum, we take a look at the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 earphones, we take a listen to the Sonos Ray sound bar, Sony has released a new range of Bluetooth speakers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #504 - What we'll see at WWDC 2022, Rode Procaster Pro II, LG projectors

Mon, 30 May 2022 05:20:00 -0000

What we can expect to see at the upcomind WWDC 2022, Australians spend almost $4bn on video games and consoles in 2021, Rode has unveiled its latest Rodecaster Pro II all-in-one audio solution for content creators, we take a look at the LG range of home cinema projectors, Motorola has launched its range of smartphones to suit all budgets, Logitech has released its new line-up of mechanical keyboards and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #503 - 4K sport coverage, why you need a dash cam, the biggest tablet

Mon, 23 May 2022 05:20:00 -0000

We go behind the scenes with Fox Sports and its 4K coverage and talk to Chief Technology officer Les Wigan, the research that will show you why you need a dash cam, we go through the latest 5G home broadband plans, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, Sony has unveiled the LinkBuds S noise cancelling earphones, the LG monitor with a difference and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #502 - Google Pixel 7, Sony 1000XM5 headphones, Wordle alternatives

Mon, 16 May 2022 05:20:00 -0000

Google teases its new Pixel devices including the Pixel 7 smartphone and Pixel Watch, Sony has unveiled its new flagship WH-1000XM5 headphones, if you love Wordle – we’ve got some other similar games to try, we take a look at the DJI Mini 3 Pro drone, we take a listen to the JBL TUNE230NC earphones, Sonos has released a compact and affordable soundbar and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide #501- Facebook called out by whistleblower, change your password

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:20:00 -0000

How Facebook tried to bully the Australian Government on the media bargaining code, the smartphone designed specifically for seniors, why you need to change your password now, we take a look at the DJI Mic, LG has released its 2022 range of TVs, the Star Wars hard drives for Seagate released on May The 4th and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 500 - join in the celebrations and win great prizes

Mon, 02 May 2022 05:20:00 -0000

Hear from the many people we've worked with over the years over 500 episodes and also enter to win great prizes. On this week’s show: Seniors warned to stay alert against scams, Netgear unveils its new Wi-Fi 6E router, Fetch has launched its new Mighty PVR, we take a look at the 2022 Samsung 8K Neo QLED TV, we check out the 360 Smart Life robot vacuums, we take a listen to the Sennheiser Sports True Wireless Earphone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 499 - Apple accessibility features for everyone, tech for older Australians

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:20:00 -0000

We’re talking about tech that can help the disabled, the elderly and protect children. We take you through Apple’s many accessibility features that you didn’t know existed, the new tech products that are designed for older Australians and the new child safety features for iPhone. In the Tech Guide reviews, we talk about the Ecovacs Deebot XI Omni automated home cleaning system, we check out the new Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker, we’ll tell you about the Denon low profile soundbar and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 498 - Apple and Samsung's plans for 2022

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 05:20:00 -0000

What we can expect from Apple and Samsung in 2022 and will be the big launch events return this year? Apple has also unveiled the winners of its Shot on iPhone Macro Challenge – and we’ll tell you how you can get up close for your photos as well, Canon’s new ink tank photo printer and Traeger’s new smart grills that will be released later this year.

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Tech Guide Episode 497 - EVs sales barriers, Telstra scam text filter, Huawei Watch GT 3

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:20:00 -0000

Australians are keen on EVs so what’s holding back sales, how will the Telstra filter block scam text messages and should we be worried about privacy, how Huawei’s new Watch GT 3 can be your health and fitness companion, we take a look at Epson’s new 4K home theatre projector, we put the new Peloton Guide through its paces, the new HP Envy Inspire printer built for our new hybrid lifestyles and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 496 - Online car shopping, Mac Studio and Echo Show 15 reviews

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 05:20:00 -0000

How you can buy a used car online and have it delivered to your door in seven days, on World Backup Day we stress the importance of backing up your data, Suunto has released its latest sport watch that cheaper and lighter, we take a look at Apple’s Mac Studio and Studio Display, we get organised with the Amazon Echo Show 15, Samsung has unveiled the Smart Monitor M8 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 495 - Apple's green manufacturing, Navman dash cams, Sony LinkBuds review

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 04:20:00 -0000

Apple has revealed a green manufacturing process to create the iPhone SE, Navman has released its latest range of dash cams, Shazam adds a new feature to help you find concert tickets, we take a look at the Sony Linkbuds unusual earphones, we take the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio for a spin, Bose launches its Smart Soundbar 900 and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 494 - Samsung Galaxy A Series, The Godfather 50th Anniversary 4K restoration

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 04:20:00 -0000

Australian seniors using more tech but admit they are still struggling to keep up, Samsung has launched its affordable range of Galaxy A Series of smartphones, iconic film The Godfather turns 50 this week and we talk to the team that oversaw the 4K restoration, we take a look at the iPhone SE, we check out Version 2 of the thin and light Espresso displays, we also put the new M1 iPad Air through its paces and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 493 - Apple event recap, new dating app fast tracks path to love, LG XBOOM 360

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:20:00 -0000

We go through the products unveiled at Apple Peek Performance event, Screen Australia creates a $6m fund for emerging game developers, the new dating app that can fast track your path to love, we take a listen to the LG XBOOM 360 speaker, we take a look at Panasonic’s personal air purifier, our thoughts on the teaser trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 04:20:00 -0000

The Australian start-up that allows EV drivers to charge their vehicles with renewable energy, Australian businesses have been warned about a probable Russian cyber attack, Coles have taken to the air with grocery deliveries by drone, we run our eye over the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and S22 Ultra, we road test the new Ecovacs Deebot Neo robot vacuum, Gran Turismo 7 starts its engines on the PlayStation and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 04:20:00 -0000

How the Russian-Ukraine conflict will impact the already weakened semiconductor industry, we take a look at the smartphones announced at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, nearly half of all Australian use up all of their mobile data each month. we check out the LG NanoCell Mini LED 4K Smart TV, Panasonic unveils the Lumix GH6 camera, we run our eye over the ASUS Vivobook OLED laptop range and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 04:20:00 -0000

BYD has launched its affordable electric vehicles in Australia, MG Motor has released a charger that works with all EVs, which smartphones hold their value better than others, we embraced technology during the pandemic – Australians have now had enough and want a break, we’ll check out the Sony LiveBuds earphones, Motorola launches new affordable 5G smartphone and the software that can make your Mac run even faster and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 04:20:00 -0000

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 AirTags to prevent unwanted tracking of people, two thirds of Australians dating online are running background checks, we’ll check out the new Audio Technica earphones which takes bass and battery to the next level, we take a look at Hypop’s portable lighting solutions so you can look your best on camera and Samsung has also released a new Galaxy Tab S8 tablet. And we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 04:20:00 -0000

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 can now have it delivered by drone, Apple is rumoured to be releasing a new iPhone next month, we’ll check out the Samsung Freestytle projector, we take a look at the Pivo Silver Pod that takes your smartphone videos to the next level, our tips to help you solve Wordle faster and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 04:20:00 -0000

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 have more details about the device, Norton has released new AntiTrack software to stop sites tracking you, we check out the Samsung S21 FE 5G smartphone, Denon’s new soundbar that can connect to any TV, the must-have device for outdoor enthusiasts to keep them safe and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 04:20:00 -0000

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 working from home are unhappy with their internet connection, we take a listen to the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin all-in-one speaker system, Canon has launched the EOS R5 C its first full frame 8K camera, Boost Mobile if offering more refurbished iPhones through Coles Supermarkets and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 04:20:00 -0000

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 how this could become the future of transport and we take a look at the world’s first digital temporary tattoo printer, we take a look at Skullcandy Push Active Sports earphones, the fixed wing UAV that can take off and land like a drone and which masterpiece film is being released on 4K to celebrate it’s 50th anniversary. And we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 04:20:00 -0000

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 devices and those that can keep us COVID safe and also tell you if you have COVID in seconds. And we'll answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 04:20:00 -0000

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 entered the gaming laptop market, we’ll take a look at Technics AZ60 wireless earphones, the StayGo Mini from TwelveSouth that makes your iPad even more versatile, we check out HP’s new OfficeJet 9010e printer and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 04:20:00 -0000

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 Show, Espresso reveals Version 2 of its handy portable displays, we take a look at Epson EcoTank ET4850 printer which comes with enough ink to last up to two years, Oppo unveils its first foldable smartphone, the wireless phone charger that can also double as a photo frame and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Are smartphones too expensive? Many Australians thinks so, Apple rolls out its latest version of Maps, Optus launches a new feature that can transcribe your mobile calls in real time, we’ll take a look at the Huawei MateBook X Pro laptop, the Navman products that can keep you safe on the road this summer, we’ll give you some last minute gadget gift suggestions and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 04:20:00 -0000

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 after the pandemic, we’ll let you know the most downloaded apps and the most watched YouTube videos of the year, we’ll give you some Christmas gift suggestions based on products we’ve already reviewed, TCL launches a new tablet, new earphones and a sub-$250 smartphone, Optus wants you to Donate Your Device to help someone less fortunate and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Research suggests most of the social media savvy Gen Z are actually digitally illiterate, Apple has introduced digital legacy to determine who can access your iPhone after you die, Telstra has developed technology that can block annoying scam text messages, we check out the Surface Go 3 Windows 11 tablet, Binge and Kayo Sports apps now available on LG TVs, Rode releases the Lavalier II wearable microphone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 04:20:00 -0000

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 first Amazon robotic fulfilment centre of the southern hemisphere, we fire up the Traeger Ironwood 885 smoker grill, we take a listen to the new Bose QC45 headphones, we become the life of the party with the Blueant X4 Bluetooth speaker and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 04:20:00 -0000

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 summer, who is the tech billionaire who’s bought a major share of the South Sydney Rabbitohs rugby league team, we take a look at the new TCL 75-inch X925 8K TV, Arlo unveils the security camera that can be used anywhere, the 14-in-1 hub that can improve your home workspace and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 04:20:00 -0000

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 printers, we take a look at new MacBook Pro, we’ve played the new Call of Duty Vanguard game, we take a listen to Denon’s range of Home speakers and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 04:20:00 -0000

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, Belkin releases affordable headphones that come with chargers, we take a look at the latest Sennheiser true wireless earphones, DJI has released the new Action 2 camera, Samsung has increased the size of its lifestyle TVs and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 474 - iPod turns 20, new MacBook Pros, AirPod 3rd Gen, Pixel 6 reviews

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0000

It’s 20 years since the iPod was introduced – we take a stroll down memory lane, Apple has unveiled its new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros, Telstra cracks 3.6Gbps on 5G in the Sydney CBD, we take a look at the new 3rd Generation AirPods, we run our eye over the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, we check out the new Sonos Beam Gen 2 sound bar and we’ll answer all of your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 473 - news streaming service, JBL 75th anniversary, Apple Watch Series 7

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 04:20:00 -0000

A new streaming service for news channels has just been launched, JBL celebrates its 75th anniversary and we talk to Australian general manager Marcus Fry, HP+ ecosystem that makes printing smarter and more sustainable, we take a look at the latest Apple Watch Series 7, the new high speed HDMI cables from Laser, the iPad screen protector that makes it feel like you’re drawing on paper and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 472 - Smartphone art, LG C1 OLED, smart solar, cheapest 5G device

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 04:20:00 -0000

The company that turns old smartphones into works of art, the deal that’s going to help 40,000 household save on their energy bills, Kobo releases new eReaders so you can read or listen to your books anywhere, we take a look at LG 2021 C1 OLED TV, just how good can a $349 smartphone be – we run our eye over the TCL 20 R 5G, we have a play with the Backbone One game controller for iPhone and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 471 - New Amazon Echo products, Ducati e-scooter, Huawei audio range

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Amazon’s new Echo products – but not all are coming to Australia, Apple's significant updates its iWork applications - Keynote, Pages, Numbers , and now you can ride a Ducati for less than $900, we take a look at the new iPad Mini and 9th Gen iPad, Huawei has moved into the audio business, Xbox launches Cloud Gaming and we’ll answer all you questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 470 - Apple fights EU, $6.4bn of unsold phones, iPhone 13 review

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Apple to fight the EU plan to standardise all mobile devices with USB-C, Australians are sitting on $6.4bn worth of second-hand smartphones, Samsung has deployed 51,000 air purifiers so students can make a safe return to the class room, we take a look at the new iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro, Microsoft has released a range of new Surface products ahead of the Windows 11 launch. TCL has launched Australia’s cheapest 5G smartphone with the 20 R 5G and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 469 - iPhone 13, Apple Watch Series 7, affordable NBN

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 05:20:00 -0000

We take you through Apple’s new product announcements – iPhone 13, Apple Watch Series 7 and iPad Mini and the NBN releases new research that shows its plans are cheaper than our other utilities and among the cheapest in the world, we take a look at the new GoPro Hero10 Black action camera, DJI has released the new OM5 smartphone stabiliser and IKEA will be releasing a range of gaming furniture and accessories and we’ll answer all you questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 468 - Apple v Epic Games verdict, Foxtel iQ5, Ray-Ban video sunglasses

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Apple v Epic Games – we have a verdict, we talk to Nick Dandy - Foxtel’s Group Director of Product Innovation about the new iQ5 streaming set top box, the Google research that shows one in three Australians have been hacked or scammed, we take a look at the new Ray-Ban glasses developed with Facebook that can record video, we check out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable smartphone, we run our eye over the Belkin Magnetic iPhone Mount with Face Tracking and we answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 467 - NBN fibre expansion, Windows 11, buy used cars online

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 05:20:00 -0000

NBN makes good on its promise to expand the reach of fibre – is your suburb or town on the list? Windows 11 is out soon – will your PC be able to handle it and the site where buying a used car is as easy as buying something on Amazon, we take a look at Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphone, Bose has launched QuietComfort 45 noise cancelling headphones, the Satechi USB hubs that make working and learning from home even easier and we’ll answer all you questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 466 - Apple developer settlement, Will Smith reps Fitbit, Father's Day Gift Guide

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Apple will now allow developers to accept payments outside the app store in a landmark settlement, Fitbit has launched the Charge 5 and unveiled Will Smith its new brand ambassador, the delivery service that will get your groceries to you in 15 minutes or less, we take a look at gadget gift suggestions for Father’s Day, we built the Lego Star Destroyer that’s more than a metre long, Bowers & Wilkins have released its new 800 Series Diamond loudspeakers and we’ll answer all you questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 465 - Short throw projectors, Optus SubHub, new Call of Duty game

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Is a short throw projector the right solution to create your home theatre - we talk about the new Hisense Laser Cinema, the Optus SubHub to manage all of your streaming services explained, there’s a new Call of Duty game heading our way, we take a look at the new JBL Charge 5 Bluetooth speaker, we check out the Waterpik Nano which lets you floss your teeth with water and we listen to the affordable Sennheiser CX True Wireless earphones and we’ll answer all you questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 464 - with special guest Samsung Australia's GARRY McGREGOR

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Are foldable phones ready to go mainstream? We put that question to Samsung’s Australia head of mobile Garry McGregor, a new insurance company takes a high tech approach to lower your policies, we’ll tell you about some rare Apple memorabilia that’s going under the hammer, we take a look at the HoverBar Studio iPad stand, what we can expect from the new Paramount Plus streaming service, Kayo Sports lands on the PlayStation platform and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 463 - Security camera UFO, a wearable cinema, adaptable earphones

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Did a Uniden security camera pick up a UFO, Google has expanded its range of Nest camera and introduces a video doorbell and how does Australia compare when it comes to paying for mobile data, we take a look at the TCL NXTWEAR G smart glasses which is like a wearable cinema, we take a listen to the NuraTrue earphones that can adapt to the way we hear sound, new Oppo technology that will get rid of the camera hole punch in smartphones and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 462 - NBN boost, Virtual Barrier Reef diving, Apple Wallet expands

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 05:20:00 -0000

How to get the most out of your NBN connection at a time when we need it most, how you can dive the Great Barrier Reef virtually, Australia becomes the first country in the world to includes health insurance cards in Apple Wallet, we take a look at the new Uniden Guardian App Cam Home+ camera which you can pan and tilt, Norton’s Game Optimiser can improve performance by 30 per cent, new Jura coffee machine that can make hot and cold brews and your tech questions are answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 461 - Australia's digital rankings, Optus 5G victory, Samsung rumours

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Where Australians in the ranks in the digital world according to a new global report, Optus has claimed the title as Australia's fastest 5G network, what we can exact to see at Samsung's upcoming folding smartphone event, we take a look at the new Nanoleaf Elements light panels, we take a listen to the LG Tone Free FNB7 earphones that can kill bacteria, JBL Charge 5 speakers that can go anywhere and we answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 460 - $1,399 85-inch smart TV, World Emoji Day

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Is the EKO $1400 85-inch 4K TV any good - we give you our verdict, our favourite emojis revealed on World Emoji Day, Windows moves from the PC to the cloud with Windows 365, we take a look at the new TCL 20 Pro 5G smartphone which comes with a free TV, Belkin launches new Magnetic Attach products for the iPhone 12, the OtterBox case for your Apple Watch and we answer all your tech questions with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 459 - e-waste rising, smartphone rumours

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Why Australia is among the world’s leading producers of e-waste, we’re coming in to smartphone season and the rumours are already flying about Apple, Samsung and Google's new devices, how you can get creative with the new Cricut smart cutting machines, we take a look at the new EFM Austin Bluetooth speaker and the two products that can keep your home clean and healthy - the Karcher FC7 two-in-one floor cleaner and the Dyson Purifier Hot + Cold Formaldehyde and all your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 458 - Apple Beta Software, Optus Call Translate, Gozney Dome

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Apple fan boys and girls rejoice - the Apple Beta Software Program lets you access the latest software now, Optus launches Call Translate that can translate two languages, the robot vacuum that’s cleaned up at the Canstar Blue awards, we take a look at the Defunc True Mute noise cancelling earphone, why the Gozney Dome is the hottest cooking appliance on the market, Lenovo launches new tablets for the our new hybrid lifestyle and all your tech questions are answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 457 - Windows 11, Telstra 5G, Cyberstalking

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Microsoft unveils the new Windows 11 operating system, Telstra’s 5G now within reach of 75 per cent of Australians, is it ever OK to cyberstalk someone – nearly half of young Australians think it is, we take a look at the Netgear Nighthawk 4G LTE router, TCL announces the NXTWEAR G smart glasses that are like a portable cinema, Apple warns of the danger of sideloading apps onto the iPhone and in the .

Tech Guide Help Desk we explain why there's a chip shortage and why your PS5 has been delayed again.

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Tech Guide Episode 456

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 05:20:00 -0000

The latest incentives to drive electric vehicle sales, Telstra has doubled the number of blocked calls to now 13 million a month, it’s the 40th anniversary of Raiders of the Lost Ark – we reveal how they came up with the iconic sound effects, we take a look at the new Skullcandy in-ear wireless headphones that are less that $100, IKEA and Sonos partner to produce a frame that’s also a wi-fi speaker, Norton’s new game optimiser lets you level up your performance while staying safe and your tech questions are answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 455

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:20:00 -0000

We wrap up all the major announcements from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference and tell you when you can install them on your Apple devices, why Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos is a big deal for the music industry, how much did tablet and computer sales surge during COVID? We’ll tell you the figures. We take a look at the new Sony WF1000XM4 noise cancelling earphones, we check out the Logitech Combo Touch for the iPad Pro, the sizes and prices of the new Hisense 2021 TV range and all your tech questions are answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 454 with special guest DR JOANNE ORLANDO

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Is our technology taking over our life? We chat to Dr Joanne Orlando about her new book that can help us cope, the 5G enabled helmet that can increase rider safety on the road, you might not be able to afford a Bentley car but Bentley headphones might be in your price range, we take a look at the new EarShots earphones for adventurers that are held in place by magnets, we put the Kobo Elipsa eReader and notepad through its paces, we run our eye over the Oppo Find X3 Pro smartphone and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 453

Mon, 31 May 2021 05:20:00 -0000

How I shot the Super Blood Moon through my telescope, Google Maps now comes to Sydney train stations, Panasonic introduces a Lumix camera that allows users to live stream their content, we take a look at the new Apple TV 4K, we check out the Dyson V15 Detect vacuum, we run our eye over the LG Gram laptop and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 452

Mon, 24 May 2021 05:20:00 -0000

LG’s Rollable OLED TV is finally coming to Australia – and you won’t believe the price, TCL shows you don’t have to spend thousands any more for a quality smartphone, Huawei has released an affordable new health device, we take a look at Apple’s new products the M1-powered iMac and the iPad Pro and Kobo has released its new eReader that’s also a notepad and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 451

Mon, 17 May 2021 05:20:00 -0000

We love rugby league so we were thrilled to go behind the scenes at Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round to see the 4K camera technology used by Fox League, the latest health devices that can help you monitor your blood pressure and heart, the Australian start up’s invention that could how we play our favourite games, we take a look at the Poly Studio P5 webcam, we check out the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon, HTC unveils two new VIVE VR headsets and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 450

Mon, 10 May 2021 05:20:00 -0000

The pursuit for even faster home broadband just got even better – we’ll take a look at the announcements from Telstra and the NBN, are the new Apple AirTags safe? Officeworks doesn’t think so, Dyson has unveiled its new V15 Detect vacuum that now uses lasers, we take a look at the Amazon Fire Stick 4K, we listen to the stunning Bowers and Wilkin PI7 true wireless noise cancelling earphones, we go hands on with the Microsoft Surface 4 laptop and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 449 with special guest Amazon's KATE BURLEIGH

Mon, 03 May 2021 05:20:00 -0000

We look back at the last decade of technology which saw the most rapid growth in Australia’s history, TCL has just launched its new 20 Series of advanced yet affordable smartphones, we chat with Amazon’s Kate Burleigh about the state of the smart speaker market, we take a listen to the Huawei FreeBuds 4i noise cancelling earphones, Arlo launches its Essential Indoor Camera, we get our hands on the gaming controller that works across multiple systems and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 448

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 05:20:00 -0000

We run our eye over the new Apple products announced at its recent event including new Airtags, iMac and iPad Pro, Netgear has released the Orbi Pro Wi-Fi 6 for small businesses, we take the DJI FPV drone for a spin, JBL has released headphones designed especially for kids, Ecovacs releases a new robot vacuum with an air freshener and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 447 with special guest WNBA draft pick SHYLA HEAL

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:20:00 -0000

DJI has announced a brand new drone that has an improved camera and is even safer to fly, a Norton study reveals that 7.5m Australian became victims of cyber crime during the pandemic, we chat with Shyla Heal the Australian WNBA draft pick who will be heading to Chicago, we take a look at the Amazon Echo Show 10 speaker that follows you, we also check out the new eero mesh wi-fi system, HP has launched the Instant Ink subscription service so you’ll never run out of ink for your printer and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 446

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:20:00 -0000

Do you know how many hours you spend each day looking at your phone? You will be shocked. The new iPhone feature that will stop apps tracking you, Apple expands its Find My network to third party devices, we take a look at the Sonos Roam go-anywhere rugged speaker, we also check out the personal breathalyser that can tell you if you’re OK to drive, we run our eye over the affordable Caixun 4K Android TV and your tech questions will be answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 445

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 05:20:00 -0000

LG has announced it will be exiting the worldwide smartphone market, what we can expect from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, Boost Mobile expands its range of Apple refurbished products, we take a look at the Belkin range of MagSafe products for the iPhone 12, we check out Google’s new Nest Hub that can monitor your sleep, Netgear releases its new 4G LTE router and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 444 - with special guest sports photographer PHIL HILLYARD

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 04:20:00 -0000

The Sydney primary school that Apple has showcased to the world on its website, why employees want to keep working from home post COVID but most decision makers are not on the same page, we chat to multi award-winning sports photographer Phil Hillyard, we take a look at the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 Chromebook, we check out a product that offers a new way of training in the gym, Afterpay launches a digital card that offers a new in-store shopping experience and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 443

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Are flagship smartphones on the way out as the mid-tier surges with the release of the Samsung Galaxy A series, Dyson launches new air purifier that’s strong enough to filter formaldehyde, Sony has unveiled its VR system and controllers for the PlayStation 5, we run our eye over the Samsung 85-inch 8K Neo QLED TV, the new service that does for books what Spotify does for music, GoPro’s new app that puts some powerful image and video editing features in your hand and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 442

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Oppo unveils its new Find X3 smartphone series, Peloton has launched its interactive platform in Australia, Adobe releases its “substantially faster” native version of Photoshop for the M1 Macs, we check out the HyperX SoloCast microphone for podcasting and streaming, Sonos releases its first portable speaker, the new Wilson Parking app that works even better with CarPlay to discover, find and pay for parking and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 441

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Samsung releases its 2021 range of stunning TVs – we’ll tell you pricing and how they’re also better for the environment, why Australia will be virtually cashless within three years, Apple Watch ECG has finally been approved – what you need to do to make this feature work for you, we check out the Bose Sports Earbuds, DJI has released its new FPV drone – but is it legal to use in Australia, how the App Economy is thriving despite the impact of COVID and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 440

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Why Australia is in the slow lane when it comes to electric car adoption, news sites are back on Facebook but what have we agreed to, Huawei has launched a new foldable smartphone, we check out the affordable Oppo A53S smartphone, we hit the road with the Under Armour connected shoes and Canon releases its new compact camera that’s ideal for content creators and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 439 with special guest PETER OVERTON

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Facebook has banned all Australian news sites from its platform – including ours. We give you the latest on the saga. And our timely special guest in our Celebrity Tech segment is Channel 9 senior journalist and newsreader Peter Overton and he also shares his thoughts on the whole Facebook and Google situation, we also run our eye over the new Hisense 8K ULED TV, we take a listen to the Skullcandy Indy ANC and the Soundboks – the world’s loudest portable Bluetooth speaker and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 438

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 04:20:00 -0000

How our smartwatches have become medical devices, renders of Apple’s rumoured virtual reality headset have surfaced, if you love reading magazines then you need Readly – it does for magazines what Spotify did for music, we take a listen to the Sennheiser IE 300 in-ear headphones for audiophiles, we check out Netgear’s Meural Wi-Fi photo frame, the world’s first smartphones with built-in temperature sensors and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 437

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Which 5G network is the fastest? Which has wider coverage? Optus and Telstra battle it out - and we'll share the results, will we see an Apple Car and why Ford has partnered with Google, the South Sydney rugby league club has launched Rabbitohs PLUS to offer fans cheaper mobile plans and other services, we get behind the wheel of the MG ZS electric vehicle, realme has released a 5G smartphone for under $500, the EcoXtreme device that’s both a Bluetooth speaker and secure place to store your belongings and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 436

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Understanding how our data is used on Data Privacy Day, Google has kicked off an information war about the News Media Bargaining Code - but they’ve also presented a solution, Tesla has unveiled the latest version of the Model S electric car, we review the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphone, Norton releases new internet security for gamers, Ring launches its smallest and cheapest video doorbell and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 435

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Is the Google threat to cut off its search engine in Australia over the news media bargaining code a bluff, the best phones under $500 to buy for your child, the new Norton app that can completely secure your smartphone, we take a look at the Tado Smart AC Control that makes your air conditioner smart, the Xiaomi Mi Smart Watch that’s less than $100, the Anda Seat gaming chair that can give you the edge and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 434 with special guest Samsung's GARRY McGREGOR

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 04:20:00 -0000

Samsung has unveiled its Galaxy S21 series of smartphones and we chat with Samsung’s vice president for IT and Mobile Garry McGregor, Telstra’s 5G network now within reach of 50 per cent of Australians, Arlo announces a new indoor camera and a touchless video doorbell, we take a look at the ASUS ZenBook Duo dual screen laptop, Volvo has a new key that limits the speed of its cars if someone borrows it, Ubisoft partners with Lucasfilm to create a massive open world game and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 433

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:30:00 -0000

The first virtual CES has kicked off and we go through the major announcements from Samsung, Hisense, LG and Sony and the products we’ll be seeing from them in 2021. In the Tech Guide reviews we take a look at the Netgear Nighthawk M5 5G Mobile Router and the JBL Quantum One gaming headset and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 432

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 04:20:00 -0000

What technology and products we can expect to see in 2021, are you addicted to your smartphone – new research suggests you are, LG is first out of the gate this year with an announcement about new TV technology, we take a look at the big waterproof speaker you can take anywhere, the Ring Indoor Cam to keep an eye on your home, the HyperX Quadcast S microphone that also puts on a light show and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 431

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Optus set to break its own 5G speed record with new mmWave technology, Google AI-powered cameras are coming to the rescue of bushfire affected wildlife, how you can relive childhood retro gaming memories, we take a look at the Samsung Premiere short throw projector, we road-test the new Apple AirPods Max headphones, we check out the Dakota Side Table which has a built-in Bluetooth speakers and chargers and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 430 with special guest cyber security expert MARK GORRIE

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We chat with cyber security expert Mark Gorrie from NortonLifeLock - he shares his tips on how to stay safe online this Christmas, Apple releases new $900 AirPods Max headphones, we take a look at the improvements of the latest Tesla Model 3, we run our eye over the new Arlo Essential Wire-Free Video Doorbell, Uniden has launched its new App Cam Solo PRO security cameras, we wrap up our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 429 with special guest STEVE WAUGH

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Why you don’t need to waste your money on extended warranties, the industry move to combat scam calls, in the Celebrity Tech segment we talk to Australian cricket legend and avid photographer – the one and only Steve Waugh, we take a listen to the new Jabra Elite 85t noise cancelling earphones, Apple names its top apps of the year, we round up some more Christmas Gift Ideas and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 428 with special guest action novelist MATTHEW REILLY

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Samsung has quietly added 30 more channels to their TVs with the launch of Samsung TV Plus, we’ve kicked off our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas, in the Celebrity Tech segment we talk to best-selling action novelist Matthew Reilly, we take to the skies with the DJI Mini 2 drone, we pump up the volume with the BlueAnt X5 Bluetooth speakers and Duracell partners with energy retailer Social Energy with a system that pays you and is endorsed by cricketing legend Shane Warne and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 427 with special guest SANDRA SULLY

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We roadtest the brand new M1-powered MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro - and boy were we impressed, there’s a new streaming service for those who love British TV, in the Celebrity Tech segment we interview news icon Sandra Sully, we run our eye over Netgear Orbi 4GX which connects you without the NBN, our verdict on Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War, we check out the Xiaomi Mi – a portable air pump that can top up your tyres and we answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 426

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We give you our verdicts on the Sony PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X, Apple unveils its own M1 processor and three new Macs with that new chip onboard, we run our eye over the new HomePod Mini, MG Motor releases its first full electric SUV in Australia, Belkin launches the Boost Charge Wireless Charger and Speaker which so you can charge your phone and hear your music as well and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 425 with special guest DAVE FAULKNER of the HOODOO GURUS

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0000

We share our verdict on the iPhone 12 Mini and the iPhone 12 Pro Max, DJI releases the Mini 2 drone that can fit in the palm of your hand and capture stunning 4K quality, in our Celebrity Tech interview we talk to Dave Faulkner – the frontman for the Hoodoo Gurus band, we take a look at the Chromecast with Google TV, Arlo releases the new Essential Wireless Video Doorbell, the new dating app that can match users based in their health and fitness interests and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 424 with special guest BEN FORDHAM

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We take you inside the Amazon Fulfilment Centre to show you how your orders are processed, Coles supermarkets start selling refurbished iPhones, in our Celebrity Tech interview we catch up with 2GB breakfast show host Ben Fordham, we take a look a hands on look at the PlayStation 5, Alcatel has redefined value with the new 1SE sub-$200 smartphone, if you love your wine then you need the LG Signature Wine Cellar and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 423 with special guest novelist TARA MOSS

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We give you our verdict on the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, the research that shows cash and credit cards are headed for extinction, our Celebrity Tech interview we catch up with novelist and presenter Tara Moss, we take a look at the new iPad Air, we take a listen to the Audiofly AFT2 wireless earphones, Foxtel introduces Voice Control to the IQ3 and IQ4 and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 422 - with special guest CHANNA SENEVIRATNE from TELSTRA

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We take you through the features and highlights of the iPhone 12, the iPhone 12 is also 5G compatible we’ll take a deep dive in what that means for customers and chat with Telstra’s executive of networks Channa Seneviratne, we’ll also talk about the other product Apple announced – the HomePod mini, we literally roadtest the Mate X electric bike, we check out the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds, Belkin releases new accessories designed for the iPhone 12 and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 421 - with special guest best-selling author JANE HARPER

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 04:20:00 -0000

The 5G war is on between the telcos ahead of the iPhone 12 launch, the business card has been re-invented for the 21st century, in the Celebrity Tech interview we talk to Australian best-selling author Jane Harper, we’ll take a look at the LG Tone Free earphones which have a germ killing charging case, we check out the Airvida M1 - the world’s smallest air purifier, the Ecovacs OZMO T8 robot vacuum becomes even more useful with the launch of a new feature and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 420 - with special guest ANTHONY FIELD from THE WIGGLES

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Can you believe phone and internet complaints are down despite the year we’ve had, Telstra to offer 5G home internet, the Celebrity Tech interview we’re talking to Anthony Field aka the Blue Wiggle about the role technology has played in his life and career, we’ll take a look at the Netgear Orbi Wi-Fi 6, we check out the Apple Watch Series 6, Google unveils a range of new products including its first 5G smartphone and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 419 - with special guest JEFF PARK from SEAGATE

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Tesla has outlined new battery technology and plans to make a more affordable electric car, Kmart unveils new augmented reality technology, we chat with Seagate’s Jeff Park about our increasing demand for data and the company’s new 18TB IronWolf drive, we’ll take a look at the Hisense Dual Cell TV, we go through the new range of Amazon smart speakers, Huawei has unveiled a new smartwatch that’s like a personal trainer on your wrist and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 418 - with special guest ERIN MOLAN

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 05:20:00 -0000

No new iPhone but we have new Apple Watches and iPads, PlayStation 5 has been announced and presales sell out in minutes, this week’s Celebrity Tech interview is with Ch 9 and 2GB sports presenter Erin Molan, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2, we go hands on with the eight generation iPad, take you through the new features of the GoPro Hero9 Black and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 417 - with special guest DAN WHITFORD from CUT/COPY

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 05:20:00 -0000

How 5G has become a real alternative to the NBN, the app that can help you stay on top of your bills and also find you a better deal, this week’s Celebrity Tech interview is with Dan Whitford the frontman for Aussie synth-pop band Cut Copy, we’ll take a look at the LG Velvet smartphone, the GoCube smart connected Rubik’s cube for the 21st century, Bose announces new noise cancelling earphones and sunglasses and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 416 - with special guest DEBORAH KNIGHT

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 05:20:00 -0000

The new screen technology that we’ll see in future smartphones, Samsung has announced pricing and availability of its Galaxy Z Fold2 and talk to Samsung Australia Vice President Garry McGregor all about it, Apple releases a humorous video about privacy to make a point, this week’s Celebrity Tech interview is with Channel 9 and 2GB journalist and presenter Deborah Knight. we’ll take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live earphones that look nothing like earphones, Sennheiser’s CX 400BT look like earphones – we road-test them as well, eBay Australia is celebrating its 21st birthday and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 415 - with special guest ADAM REYNOLDS

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 05:20:00 -0000

If you fly a drone you’ll now have to get it registered with CASA, Norton has introduced Dark Web monitoring to its internet security to protect your identity and we’re introducing an all-new segment to the Tech Guide podcast – it’s called Celebrity Tech – each week we’ll be talking to people in the media, sport and entertainment about their relationship with technology and how they use it in their personal and professional life. This week we’re chatting with South Sydney Rabbitohs captain Adam Reynolds. We’ll also take a look at the EPOS range of audio products designed for business users, Hisense has launched brand new Dual Cell TV technology, LG’s new wireless earphones that come with a UVnano case that kills germs and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 414

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 05:20:00 -0000

There’s an app that can detect early signs of COVID-19, D-Link has released new wi-fi 6 mesh routers to improve your home’s wireless network, Nintendo’s Super Mario has joined forces with Lego so you can build your own interactive games, we’ll share our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, we check out the Jabra Speak 750 speakerphone, Cygnett’s new ChargeUp Edge+ 27K power bank can charge your laptop anywhere and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 413

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Google writes a bizarre open letter opposing paying news media outlets for their content, it’s National Scams Awareness Week and we share the latest scams and tips on how to stay safe, the new SleepCheck app that can tell if your snoring is a sign of something more serious, we’ll take a look at the new LG 75-inch 8K NanoCell TV, we check out the new Navman dash cam, Samsung launches a new range of air purifiers and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 412

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 05:20:00 -0000

We take you through the Samsung announcements from the virtual Galaxy Unpacked event including the new flagship Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra smartphones as well as the Galaxy Watch 2, Galaxy Buds Live, the Galaxy Tab S7 and the follow up to the original folding phone – the Galaxy Z Fold 2. In the Tech Guide reviews we’ll take a look at the new Sony WH-1000-XM4 noise cancelling headphone, we check out the new TCL 10 Pro and 10L smartphones and also chat with TCL Australia boss Sam Skontos, LG has announced a 48-inch OLED TV that’s ideal for gaming and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 411

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Telstra announces its bold 5G plans, Apple confirms the iPhone 12 will be delayed, Arlo launches a new affordable wire-free security camera, we’ll take a look at the Intel mini PC, we road-test the new Panasonic noise-cancelling wire-free earphones and also check out the Waterpik Sonic Fusion – the world’s first toothbrush that can floss your teeth at the same time and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 410

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Samsung’s new smart lock can now turn your fingerprint into your front door key, LG releases its new 5G Velvet smartphone and at the right price, Google’s search results for the first half of a crazy 2020, we’ll take a look at the Pico – the world’s first device that can measure colour, we talk about one of the hottest products at the moment – a forehead thermometer, JBL has brought back the boombox and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 409

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Robot vacuums go to the next level with the new Ecovacs Robotics OZMO T8 AIVI, the new technology that can completely recharge your phone in 20 minutes, Netgear launches its Wi-Fi Orbi and Nighthawk range, we’ll take a look at the new Google Pixel Buds wire-free earphones, we hit the road in the Mercedes Benz GLS 400d which is brimming with the latest tech, Samsung has launched new gaming monitors including a massive 49-inch model and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 408

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Apple has kicked off its Public Beta Program so you can install iOS 14 today, the flying cars we’ve been promised for decades are finally here and being tested in Australia, what can we expect from Samsung’s upcoming Unpacked event next month, we’ll take a look at the Echo Auto so you take Alexa on the road, we’ll chat about the new Samsung soundbars that has more audio channels than ever before, Belkin has launched new charging solutions for your Apple products and we’ll answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 407

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 05:20:00 -0000

The popular TikTok app has been asked to face an Australian senate enquiry over privacy and spying fears, why Apple’s upcoming iPhone 12 might not come with a charger or headphones, Amazon starts construction on a high tech distribution centre with cutting edge robotics, we’ll take a look at the Minix NEO storage that’s a hub and a SSD drive in one, we check out the new Sony Extra Bass rugged speaker. we run our eye over the device that can charge all your Apple devices at once and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 406

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 05:20:00 -0000

The $51bn NBN rollout is complete but a new report shows we are still way behind other countries, we go through the biggest announcements from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, why young people are being targeted in tax time online scams, we’ll take a look at the Sony WH-CH710N noise cancelling headphones, the Spacetalk Life smartphone watch designed for seniors, the Moshi adapter that can put content from your laptop and mobile device on your TV and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 405

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Our electricity bills have doubled since we started working and learning from home, we've had our Tesla Model S for two years now – we share the experience - the good, the bad and the brilliant, the App Store economy rings up more than half a trillion dollars in sales – we tell you the most popular apps, we’ll take a look at the Espresso Display – a thin and portable monitor made by Australians, D-Link has a new wi-fi router, Technics have unveiled its new wirefree earphones and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 404

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 05:20:00 -0000

What we can expect to see at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference next week, what sort of value are we getting from Netflix compared to other countries, Sony finally unveils the Playstation 5, we’ll take a look at the Oppo Find X2 Pro smartphone, we check out the Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera, we run our eye over the Belkin fast charging option and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 403

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Facebook lets you rewrite history with its new Manage Activity feature, how does Australia fare as e-waste recyclers, the devices that can help the blind see, we’ll take a look at the Sonos Arc soundbar, we’ll also take a listen to the Dynaudio Xeo 20 audio system, we’ll also check out the Alcatel 3L – a smartphone that’s under $200 and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 402

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:20:00 -0000

NBN offers even faster speed tiers, Australians set online shopping records during coronavirus restrictions, Arlo releases a new wire-free floodlight camera, we’ll take a look at the EKO Android TV, Sony launches the new ZV-1 pocket camera, the device that can charge all your Apple devices at once and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 401

Mon, 25 May 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Australian researchers have set a world record for internet speed, new Binge streaming service has just launched, the update from Apple and Google that will make the COVIDSafe app even more effective, we’ll take to the skies with the DJI Mavic Air 2 drone, we’ll broadcast ourself with the Logitech StreamCam, Samsung’s new CT55 ultra curved monitor and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 400

Mon, 18 May 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Why many of us will continue to work from home even after the coronavirus restrictions lift, TV sales have gone through the roof – and we’ll tell you why and – it’s official - 5G has been declared safe by a Parliamentary Committee, we’ll take a look at the new LG CX OLED TV, we take a listen to the SkullCandy Crusher Noise cancelling headphones, the new affordable smartphones just unveiled by Samsung and Alcatel and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk. To celebrate our 400th Episode we’re giving you the chance to win a great prize – the Uniden Dash View 30 Dash Cam. Listen to the show to find out how you can enter.

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Tech Guide Episode 399

Mon, 11 May 2020 05:20:00 -0000

How well are we coping working and learning from home? HP has revealed an interesting study, Apple to press on with the Worldwide Developers Conference – but as an online event, Microsoft has revealed a range of new Surface products to help us stay connected and stay productive, we’ll take a listen to the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 earphones, we road test the Black Magic Design ATEM Mini Pro for live streamers,. Samsung has released the new Tab S6 Lite tablet which now comes with an S-Pen and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 398

Mon, 04 May 2020 05:20:00 -0000

The Apple beta software update that will make the COVIDSafe app work properly on iPhone, Apple Stores set to reopen as early as this week as smartphone shipments plummet, DJI has launched the new Mavic Air 2 drone, we’ll take a look at Huawei’s Mate Xs foldable smartphone, we literally road test the Under Armour HOVR connected shoes, we’ll run our eye over the Oppo A91 smartphone and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 397

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Everything you need to know about the government’s COVID Safe contact tracking app which has just been released, huge refresh for Office 365 which will now be called Microsoft 365, Facebook has launched a new Messenger app just for kids, we’ll take a look at Apple’s new and more affordable iPhone SE, we’ll also road test the Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro, our verdict on the Star Wars on 4K disc and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 396

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Why we all need to download the government’s coronavirus contact tracking app for the good of our country, Apple has released a more affordable iPhone, Hisense has launched its 2020 range of TVs, we take a look at a work of art that also happens to be a high-end speaker system, we also check out the Sennheiser 450BT noise cancelling headphones, JBL has released a new range of soundbars and in the Tech Guide Help Desk we show you how to make your Zoom videos meetings more secure and more beautiful.

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Tech Guide Episode 395

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 05:20:00 -0000

Apple and Google join forces to create coronavirus contact tracking technology, how you can avoid becoming a victim of the latest cyber scams, LG has announced pricing and availability of its 2020 8K and 4K TV range, we take a look at the affordable yet feature-packed Alcatel 3X smartphone, create a home cinema with the new BenQ HD projector, first glimpse of the new controller for the upcoming PlayStation 5 and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 394

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 05:20:00 -0000

How you can sort out your home wi-fi issues once and for all, Motorola releases the Razr folding phone – but didn’t let anyone review it, Apple has joined the coronavirus fight by making face shields for health workers, we’ll give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip folding smartphone, Fitbit has released the new Charge 4, Mastercard has increase contactless pay limit to reduce the risk of coronavirus and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 393

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 04:20:00 -0000

The Federal Goverment is launching an information barrage with a new Coronavirus app and WhatsApp group, Dyson has answered the call from the British prime minister Boris Johnson to develop a ventilator for coronavirus patients, we catch up with Alcatel boss Sam Skontos about the state of the smartphone market, we take a look at the Dyson V11 Outsize cordless vacuum, the Australian device that can care for the elderly, Huawei has unveiled the P40 Series smartphones and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 392

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 04:20:00 -0000

The positive and negative effects of the coronavirus crisis on the tech world, how to set yourself up to make the best quality video calls if you’re working from home, Apple unveils the new iPad Pro, we take a look at Apple’s brand new MacBook Air, Samsung has announced the pricing for its Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, D-Link launches a new 4G LTE router and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 391

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:20:00 -0000

The tech world is still reeling from the coronavirus with event cancellations and store closures but other companies are also showing their generosity in these difficult times, we also go through the apps that can help you work from home if you need to self-isolate and take a look at an interlock system that can prevent drink driving, we review the Technics Ottava audio system, we check out the Echo Show 8 smart display, Dyson has launched its latest hair care product and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 390

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Coronavirus is cutting deep in the tech world and causing severe shortages in the tech world with Apple one of the hardest hit, Oppo has launched its new flagship Find X2 smartphone, Vodafone turns on its 5G network, we take a look at the Sennheiser HE1 – the world’s best, and most expensive, headphones, Audible launches a new campaign to show how we can still fit books into our busy lives, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson partners with Under Armour to launch new wire-free earphones and we’ll answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 389

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Samsung is set to change the cinema-going experience, we go hands on with the new Huawei Mate Xs foldable smartphone, TV manufacturer Hisense seals a major NRL sponsorship deal, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S20 flagship smartphone, Ultimate Ears launches the bigger and louder Hyperboom portable Bluetooth speaker, Lady Gaga shoots her latest music video on an iPhone 11 Pro and we’ll answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 388

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Motorola Razr foldable smartphone release has been pushed back due to production delays, why eSIMs could be a game change for pre-paid mobile carriers, are you addicted to your smartphone – take our test to find out, we take a look at the Suunto 7 smart sport watch, HTC launches its latest VR headsets and we’ll tell you when you can bring Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker home on 4K and the special features that will be included and we’ll answer all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 387

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Mobile World Congress has been cancelled because of fears of the Coronavirus, how DJI is using its drone to fight the deadly virus in China, Vodafone and TPG get the green light to merge and what this will mean for customers and the mobile industry, we’ve just returned from the Samsung event in San Francisco and we’ll give you our hands on reviews of the new Galaxy S20 smartphones and the Galaxy Z Flip foldable phone, we’ll also check out Zoleo – the new device that can keep you connected anywhere with or without the cellular network and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 386

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Google Maps is 15 years old and we take a look at its Australian roots, the coronavirus won’t stop Mobile World Congress in Barcelona despite companies pulling out, is the BlackBerry finally dead and buried, we take a look at Turtle Beach PC Gaming headphones, Denon is bringing its TV soundbars to Australia, the Apple TV app is now available on the latest LG smart TVs and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 385

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Panasonic has withdrawn from the Australian TV market, what we can expect to see at the Samsung Unpacked event next week, we chat with Motorola’s Danny Adamopolous about the new Razr folding smartphone, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Book S laptop, Uniden releases a new range of UHF radios to stay connected in remote areas, the family that’s paying 46 cents a day for their power after installing a Tesla Powerwall and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 384

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 04:20:00 -0000

Optus to support bushfire victims with a grants program, Samsung has released its new Galaxy Book S – a laptop with a difference, Uniden has announced pricing for its new App Cam Solo wire-free Pan and Tilt camera, we take a look at the SanDisk Pro Portable SSD drive, the devices that can help you save water and what happens to your Facebook account after you die and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 383

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 04:20:00 -0000

The shape of PCs are changing in 2020 with the world's first foldable PC, the new hi-tech smart bicycle helmet with Alexa onboard, the robot pet that’s designed to bring some love to your life, we take a look at the Samsung T7 SSD which has fingerprint security, the smart gym you can take anywhere, the device that can brush your teeth in 10 seconds and we answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 382

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We’ve just returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and we’re wrapping up all the major announcements from CES that cover LG, Samsung and Hisense TVs, smart products, wearables, smartwatches, smartphones and even flying cars. We’ll also take a look at all the quirky products we uncovered in the halls of CES including devices for your dogs, a pillow that can stop you snoring, a product that can precisely measure and mix baby formula and heat it up and we’ll finish off by answering all your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 381

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 04:20:00 -0000

We’re in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and we’ll talk about we can expect to see here and in 2020, the telcos that will waive the mobile bills of rural firefighters, Vodafone outlines the rollout of its 5G network, we take a look at the Beats Solo Pro noise cancelling earphones, we check out the ALogic Dock Wave which is a dock, battery and wireless charger in one, we go through your rights as a customer when it comes to exchanges and refunds and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 380

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Westpac will finally offer Apple Pay to its customers, embattled Chinese company Huawei comes out swinging and defends itself against what it calls false claims, the new Virtual Power Plant that can help customers save on electricity, we take a look at the Star Wars edition of the Samsung Galaxy Note10+, we run our eye over the Microsoft 15-inch Surface 3 laptop, we check out the new Samsung curved gaming monitors and we’ll answer your tech questions in the TG Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Special Star Wars Edition

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 03:20:00 -0000

We share our thoughts and review of Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker. Warning: there will be HEAVY SPOILERS so if you haven't seen Episode IX - the latest film - you better come back when you have. May the Force be with you!

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Tech Guide Episode 379

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 04:20:00 -0000

The Federal Government pledges $9m to let Australians know 5G is completely safe, a quarter of Australian parents will be gifting their child a smartphone for Christmas this year, we’ll share some more last minute tech Christmas gift suggestions, we take a look at the Jabra Elite 75t earphones, Messenger gets in the Star Wars spirit, the best tips to become more energy efficient with smart products and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 378

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Christmas is two weeks away and we offer you some gift suggestions, we’ll reveal how you’ll be able to stream the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in 4K, Hisense has announced it will releasing a range of 8K TVs in Australia next year, we take a look at the Ecovacs Deebot OZMO 950 robot vacuum, we check out Apple’s new smart charging cases for the iPhone 11, the new Star Wars watch bands and faces for the Apple Watch and we'll give you the best tips for staying safe while shopping online this Christmas in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 377

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 04:20:00 -0000

You’ve heard about donating money how about donating data? Optus starts a new charity initiative. Speaking of data – the NBN has revealed were using a lot more of it this year – the stats will surprise and amuse you, Kayo Sports – the streaming service - celebrates its first birthday and we chat to CEO Julian Ogrin, we’ll take a look at the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 noise cancelling headphones, Samsung has launched the new Galaxy A90 5G smartphone, Epson has released six new EcoTank printers and we’ll answer your tech questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 376

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Optus launches new build your own mobile plans to suit your needs, Canon now offering an unmatched 5-year warranty on their cameras and lenses, Tesla has unveiled the Cybertruck – a vehicle built like an armoured tank that has divided the motor industry, we’ll take a look at the new 16-inch MacBook Pro, TCL has released the 4G MoveTime Family Watch so parents video call their kids and track them via GPS, LG has released a new range of fast gaming monitors to give players the edge and we answer your VoiceBytes in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 375

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 04:20:00 -0000

The Disney+ streaming service blasts off in Australia – we tell you everything you need to know, Motorola revives the Razr as a folding smartphone, the surprising stats about Australians listening to audiobooks, we’ll take a look at Yeti X USB microphone, we add a touch of luxury to our desktop with the Logitech MX Keys wireless keyboard and Alcatel releases two new affordable smartphones and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 374

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Apple has released new privacy features to protect customers, Huawei has announced the release date and price of its new Mate 30 Pro flagship smartphone – but will anyone buy it, Hisense releases a new 85-inch smart TV, the TCL Plex smartphone, take a listen to the Sennheiser AMBEO soundbar, the Google Nest Hub Max smart display and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 373

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Optus 5G now available to mobile and home broadband customers, the Apple TV+ streaming service has kicked off, we chat with Susan Bennett – the original voice of Siri – in Australia to star in a cheeky HP laptop campaign, we’ll take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Fold, we take a listen to Apple’s new AirPods Pro earphones, the new DJI drone that’s lighter than your phone and that fits in the palm of your hand and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 372

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 04:20:00 -0000

We’ve just returned from the Tokyo Motor Show and we’ll talk about the Lexus and Toyota announcements, Tesla Solar Roof turns your entire roof into a solar panel, complaints to telcos have actually dropped, we’ll take a look at the Google Pixel 4 smartphone, we dive into Call of Duty Modern Warfare, we check out the latest Star Wars trailer and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 371

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Google Pixel 4 smartphone has been unveiled but it has a serious security flaw, the new Norton 360 Premium internet security is now available, Samsung takes a whole new direction with its TVs, we’ll take a look at the BlueAnt Pump Air 2 wireless micro buds, we check out the Logitech MX Master 3 mouse, Beats releases the Solo Pro noise cancelling headphones and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 370

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Our solar panel and battery savings after two years, the best tips to keep yourself safe online, Optus introduces a new service so customers won’t have to wait on hold, we’ll take a look at the Montblanc Augmented Paper, Tile releases a new range of trackers, Seagate launches new solid state drives and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 369

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Plantronics has gone to the moon and back to release a new range of earphones, Microsoft unveils new Surface products including dual screen devices, Apple launches its Apple News+ subscription service, we’ll take a look at the Alcatel 3T 10 Station which includes a tablet and a speaker, GoPro launches news Hero8 Black camera, you may be sitting on a goldmine with your old smartphones and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 368

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Instagram users now being targeted by cyber criminals, why smartphones sales in Australia have slumped, Tesla releases its biggest software update ever for its electric cars, we take a look at the Hisense 100-inch Laser TV, we take a listen the Sonos Move Bluetooth speaker, Arlo launches its Pro 3 wire-free security cameras and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 367

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 05:20:00 -0000

The world’s first cameras that can detect if you’re using your mobile phone illegally while driving – and they’re right here in Australia, Huawei has unveiled the Mate 30 Pro but without Google Apps and the Google Play Store, Netgear will launch a WI-Fi 6 version of its Orbi mesh system, we’ll give you our verdict on the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro and the Apple Watch Series 5, HP launches DragonFly Elite – its lightest convertible laptop and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 366

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 05:20:00 -0000

We unpack the Apple launch event announcements including the iPhone 11, Apple Watch, iPad and Apple TV+, we’ll check out the best smartphones under $700, HTC has unveiled its Vive Cosmos VR, Hisense has entered the air conditioning market in Australia and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 365

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 17:20:00 -0000

We're in Berlin for the IFA Tech show, we get our hands on the new Samsung Galaxy Fold, we’ll also talk about 8K, take a look at all the announcements from Lenovo and chat with Lenovo's Australian managing director Matt Codrington, you'll hear about the new Ecovacs Robotic’s Deebot Ozma 950, the new smartphones coming from TCL and Alcatel, the Ring doorbell released just for apartments and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 364

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Apple has confirmed its September iPhone launch event, Samsung launches a display that is as big as your wall, Dyson has released the Lightcycle task light that can imitate natural light and improve our well being, we check out the Telstra locator so you won’t lose a thing, we roadtest the Synology 1019+ Networks Attached Storage drive, Panasonic releases the Lumix S1H cinema and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 363

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Disney has just held its D23 expo and revealed the content for its new Disney+ streaming service, Dyson unveils a new personal air purifier fan, we get behind the wheel of the Tesla Model 3 which is just about to appear on Australian roads, we give you our verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10, we check out the new Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, Google launches an online museum about Australian sporting history and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 362

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 05:20:00 -0000

The scams that have cost Australians half a billion dollars and how you can avoid becoming a victim, ALDIMobile has unveiled some great value mobile plans, we give you our impressions of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland, we check out the Winbot X robot window cleaner, Arlo’s wire-free cameras are now HomeKit compatible, DJI releases the Osmo Mobile 3 gimbal for your smartphone and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 361

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Coming to you from the US after the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 launch in New York and we speak with Garry McGregor Samsung Australia’s Vice-President, Mobile Division, Samsung has also announced it will be reentering the Australian laptop market, President Donald Trump has angered gamers after blaming violent video games for the recent mass shootings in the US, we take a hands-on look at the July Carry On case with a built in battery, we check out the ultimate USB-C hub, JBL unveils it latest rugged Bluetooth speaker and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 360

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 05:20:00 -0000

NBN providers using high pressure tactics and underhanded methods to sign customers, Hoyts introduces D-BOX seating in cinemas to add motion to the experience, how you can save even more money with Reposit - we chat with CEO Dean Spaccavento, we check out the new Muse 2 meditation band, Samsung has just unveiled its new Galaxy Tab S6, Epson launches a portable laser projector and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 359

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Samsung has fixed the issues with the Galaxy Fold and sets a launch date, Foxtel includes Netflix in its new interface, we go behind the scenes at Weta Digital to see how Alita Battle Angel was brought to the screen and chat with digital animation supervisor Mike Cozens, we check out the new Seagate portable hard drives, we also take a look at the Birde speaker that’s the safest way for your kids to access audio and video content, we look at the Brother VC500W label printer and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 358

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 05:20:00 -0000

We cover the major leaks and rumours of the upcoming phones from Apple, Samsung, Huawei and Google, the NBN achieves 1Gbps on HFC, the latest Xbox has been unveiled – but it doesn’t take discs, we’ll check out the new Sony noise cancelling earphones, we take a look at the RHA wireless flight adapter that allows you to use wireless headphones with the in-flight entertainment system, we run our eye over the device that’s both a USB hub and an SSD drive and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 357

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 05:20:00 -0000

DJI has released a paper on increasing drone safety and we speak with DJI's head of corporate communications Adam Lisberg, how to teach your kids financial literacy with the new ZAAP digital wallet, Huawei doubles down on customer service with a new partnership, we’ll check out the Hisense Series 8 75-inch ULED TV, we’ll take a look at the Samsung Space Monitor, Oppo launches the mid tier Reno Z and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 356

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Samsung to defend claims their ads were misleading customers about their devices’ water resistance, Sony launches its new noise cancelling earphones, the NBN floats the ridiculous idea of a Netflix Tax, we check out the LG V50 5G smartphone, the Kathmandu Connect Smart BackPack, the Evoke Pure F3 Internet and Digital radio and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 355

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Apple’s product designer Jony Ive has announced he is leaving the company, say goodbye to the notch – Oppo has invented an under-screen camera, Telstra has completely revamped its mobile plans, we check out the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, we also take a look at the Mighty Pet Light Up LED dog collars and leashes, we take you inside the reimagined Apple Store in Bondi and wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 354

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 05:20:00 -0000

New and faster wi-fi is here with the new WiFi 6 standard, Apple has issued a safety recall on its MacBook Pro laptops, our drivers licences are going digital, we’ll check out the Powerbeats Pro earphones , we roadtest the Ecovacs Robotics Deebot 710, we point out the pros and cons of driving an electric car after a year of ownership and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 353

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Would you take a ride in a flying taxi? Uber hopes you do, Panasonic unveils its 2019 TV range including a transparent prototype, Hisense’s AR app allows customers to virtually try their products before they buy, we’ll take a look a the HTC 5G Hub, we’ll take a listen to the Jabra Elite 85h noise cancelling headphones, we check out the Netgear Armor that can protect your devices at the network level and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 352

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Our full wrap of the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose and we’ll take you through all the major announcements for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch, LG has launched a new 5G phone with dual screens, Samsung has announced its 98-inch 8K TV but just wait till we tell you the price, we take a look inside the high tech state of the art Bankwest Stadium and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 351

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 05:20:00 -0000

More 5G devices - the Oppo Reno 5G that almost hit 2Gbps in a speed test, Tesla opens up orders for the Model 3, Jaycar Electronics launches a new concept store, we’ll check out the Bose Frames – the sunglasses with the built-in earphones, the products that can make your Google smart speakers cord free, Apple has launched its most powerful iPod Touch and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 350

Mon, 27 May 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Telstra's blazing 5G demonstration with the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, we’ll also look at the HTC 5G Hub which has also been launched on the Telstra 5G, TCL to release its 8K TV in Australia, we’ll check out the new Google Pixel 3a smartphone, we’ll run our eye over the Lenovo Smart Clock and the Aura Scanner that can also double as a desk lamp and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 349

Mon, 20 May 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Is this the end for Huawei, it just had its access to Android blocked by Google, Optus reveals its first real-world 5G home broadband speeds and it puts the NBN in the shade, DJI launches the Osmo Action to take on the GoPro, we’ll check out Arlo Ultra wire-free security cameras, we run our eye over Hisense Series 7 TV and Samsung has unveiled the new Space Monitor to reclaim desktop real estate and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 348

Mon, 13 May 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Optus has named its first 50 5G sites – is your suburb on the list, Dyson reveals the first details about its electric car, Huawei launches new dual camera mode with its P30 smartphones, we’ll check out the Meural Canvas which brings the world’s most famous artwork into your home, we’ll take a look at the latest record turntables as the vinyl revival continues, Samsung’s new Galaxy A Series smartphones and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 347

Mon, 06 May 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Why the Telstra Smart Modem isn’t so smart, do you have a strong password on your accounts, why Lego sales have suddenly spiked, we check out the D-Link Omna Indoor Outdoor Surveillance Kit, we take a look at the Rode PodMic, run our eye over the latest Kindle and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 346

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Has the new iPhone just been revealed, Tesla reveals full self driving plans as well as a robotaxi network, the new Hoyts app to pre-order your popcorn, we check out Samsung’s Q900 8K TV, we take a listen to the AirPods 2 and take a look at horror sci-fi film Alien on 4K and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 345

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Has the folding smartphone fallen at the first hurdle - Samsung dealing with Galaxy Fold issues, MG Motors is the latest car company to release an electric car and how 3D scans can help restore the fire-ravaged Notre Dame cathedral, we’ll take a look at LG’s C9 OLED TV, the Nokia 8.1 smartphone, Rode has released the world’s smallest and lightest wireless microphone system and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 344

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 05:20:00 -0000

The top 10 questions we’ve been asked about electric cars, IKEA and Sonos join forces to create functional audio furniture, how your Samsung phone can replace your Opal card, we do a full review of the Huawei P30 Pro smartphone, Amazon releases the Echo Link to connect your hi-fi system to Alexa, we geek out about the new teaser trailer for Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 343

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 05:20:00 -0000

Why Labor’s plan for half the new cars in Australia to be electric by 2030 is an electric dream, the study that shows the incredible growth of the App Economy in Australia , a new report reveals just how close we’ve become to our smartphones, we take a listen to the Microsoft Surface noise cancelling headphones, we check out the Ring Stick Up Cam and we chat about the Thule backpacks we’ve used to travel around the world and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 342

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 04:20:00 -0000

We’re in Paris for the launch of the Huawei P30 Series – and we go hands on with the Huawei P30 Pro which has been named as the world’s best smartphone camera, we’ll also take you through the announcements from Apple’s It’s Showtime event, Samsung has revealed pricing and availability of its 2019 home entertainment range of TVs and soundbars, we check out the Blackmagic Pocket 4K Cinema camera, Amazon’s Echo Input which can make your favourite speaker smart, how you can win a million dollars from Alcatel at South Sydney’s next home game and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 341

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Why your water resistant iPhone is not covered under warranty for water damage, still on Apple – the company has released three new products – updated iPad Air and iPad Mini, a refreshed iMac line-up and second generation AirPods, we take a hands-on look at the new Dyson V11 cord free vacuum, we take a listen to the Jaybird Run XT wire-free earphones, Amazon releases a brand new Kindle and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 340

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 04:20:00 -0000

It’s TV season and LG and Samsung reveal pricing and availability of their models, Apple has confirmed it will be holding a March launch event and has also named the date for the Worldwide Developers Conference, Tesla unveils the new Model Y electric SUV, we take a hands-on look at the new Panasonic Lumix S Series, BenQ releases affordable True 4K projectors, the first mobile vending-machined for ride share vehicles in Australia and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 339

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Special offers for the Samsung Galaxy S10, Tesla’s new V3 Supercharger to reduce charging time for its electric cars, the first Australian housing development to offer $0 electricity bills, we take a look at the new range of Fitbit wearables, the Alcatel Family Watch for parents to stay connected and keep track of their kids, Sony's new Extra Bass headphones and your questions answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 338

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 04:20:00 -0000

The 4G and 5G mobile broadband devices that will keep us connected in 2019, we share even more details about the incredible Huawei Mate X foldable phone, Tesla will unveil a new model electric car this month, we take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S10+ smartphone, SanDisk has released the world’s fastest 1TB microSD card. the NRL and AFL season are about to kick off their new seasons in 4K and finish with your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 337

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 04:20:00 -0000

We're in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress and we'll take you through the major announcements including the Huawei Mate X folding smartphone which we got our hands on, the Samsung Galaxy Fold unveiled at Unpacked in San Francisco last week, as well as other new devices launched at MWC from LG, Nokia and Alcatel, the Samsung S10 range of new devices, the Samsung S10 5G, Samsung's new wearables, Telstra announces its line up of 5G smartphones its customers will be able to use before anyone and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 336

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Samsung's Unpacked event - what we can expect to see, best of the affordable smartphones under $500, how to choose the right micro SD card for your devices, Canon has a new EOS RP mirrorless camera, D-Link release the Omna Indoor/Outdoor Surveillance Kit, our thoughts on the high tech Star Wars Identities Exhibition at the Powerhouse Museum and your questions answered in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 335

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Are flagship smartphones too expensive, Tesla to rollout new sentry and dog modes on its electric vehicles, Linksys partners with Trend Micro to create a secure home network, we take a look at the new Sony True 4K Home Cinema VPL-VW570ES projector, the Razer Phone 2 smartphone designed for gaming, the Synology DS119j Network Attached Storage and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 334

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Is the future of the smartphone a foldable device - we’ve got an opinion on that, Optus has launched its new 5G network which will replace the NBN for some customers, Facebook celebrates its15th birthday - we take you the platform’s highs and lows. we review the Uniden App Cam X56, the Kensington Dock that can add more versatility to your laptop, Audible launches a new audiobooks campaign and we’ll finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 333

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 04:20:00 -0000

How’s your NBN connection? If you’re not happy did you know you could get a refund? Apple Pay at last for the Commonwealth Bank, Australians reveal their greatest fear – running out of battery on our phones, we take a look at the product that can turn your whole house into smart speaker, Ring releases a new Stick Up Cam, the connected eyewear that could save your life and we'll finish things off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 332

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 04:20:00 -0000

Samsung has announced the launch date for the Galaxy S10 and we talk about what can we expect to see, Netgear has also unveiled its new range of wi-fi devices, the top 10 reasons why electric bikes will be a hot item in 2019, we take a look at the Rodecaster Pro podcast production studio, Nuraphone release a new pair of earphone that adapt to your hearing and we round up even more quirky gadgets we discovered at the Consumer Electronics Show including the wellness belt, the Volo cordless hairdryer and Neutrogena's personalised beauty mask system and we wrap it up all up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 331

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 04:20:00 -0000

We've just returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and we'll talk about biggest announcements from the show including from LG, Samsung and Hisense. And we’ll also take you through the coolest and quirkiest smart devices we discovered in the halls at CES including a robot that can fold clothes, an airbag for cyclists, the Bell Nexus passenger drone, devices to stop you snore and get a better night's sleep, the world's first foldable phone, the Ecovacs robot air purifier, Telstra’s 5G announcement and we wrap it up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 330

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 04:20:00 -0000

We're in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and we’ll talk about what we can expect to see in 2019. Also on the show, Apple shares slump on the back of weaker iPhone sales while the App Store sets records, Uniden unveils a new wireless 4G security camera that can be positioned anywhere, we check out Nuraphone headphones that can be tuned to the way you hear sound, Amazon reveals the top selling products, Cygnett unveils its new wireless charging range and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 329

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 04:20:00 -0000

Should we follow Tom Cruise’s advice and turn off motion smoothing on our TVs, my experience hooking up to the NBN, Commonwealth Bank will finally offer Apple Pay, we check out FZ One smartphone with parental controls, the Huawei app that allows deaf children to enjoy story time, the Cygnett Battery that can power your laptop on the go and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 328

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 04:20:00 -0000

The world’s first multi-function underwater drone, how Vodafone will reward customer loyalty, Samsung launches its SmartThings smart home platform, we check out the HP Spectre Folio, the new Arlo Ultra 4K security cameras, DJI has released the Osmo Pocket to shoot even smoother video and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 327

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 04:20:00 -0000

Samsung Galaxy S10 rumours and leaked images have already surfaced, Alexa smart speakers to offer access to Apple Music, the countries that get the best and worst value from Netflix, we put the new MacBook Air through its paces, we check out the PlayStation Classic retro console, the Tiny Tower laptop stand that can save your neck and we wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk

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Tech Guide Episode 326

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 04:20:00 -0000

The new streaming service for sports lovers, the things you need to know to fly your drone safely, how we see with our brains when watching super high resolution displays like 8K TV, we put the new iPad Pro to the test, we check out the Hisense 4K OLED TV and Netgear launches the Orbi Outdoor and we’ll answer your VoiceBytes in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 325

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 04:20:00 -0000

Create your own skills for your Alexa-powered smart speaker, Oppo launches the R17 and R17 Pro smartphones, Google rolls out the Night Sight camera update for the Pixel 3 smartphone, we take a look at the new Nonda smart wireless reversing camera, the Telstra Essential Tab 8 from Alcatel, Hisense releases its first range of OLED TVs and we’ll finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 324

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 04:20:00 -0000

Apple unveils a new iPad Pro, MacBook Air and Mac Mini, Norton's social experiment to help parents manage their kids screentime and we talk to the Dr Joanne Orlando who ran the experiment, the audiobooks Audible recommends to keep your dog calm, we take a look at the Huawei Mate 20 Pro smartphone, we roadtest the Tesla Version 9 software, the rebates for solar rebates that have been introduced in Australia and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 323

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 04:20:00 -0000

Apple’s iPhone XR goes on sale, the Messenger app gets a revamp and is even easier to use, the Australian app that can help people living with memory loss, we take a look at the Epson Fast Foto photo scanner, the Google Home Hub smart speaker, HP unveils its sleek new Spectre laptop range and we wrap it up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 322

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 04:20:00 -0000

Huawei launches the Mate 20 Series smartphones, Brother launches new printers with enough ink for a year, Tesla announces a more affordable version of the Model 3, we take a look at Google Pixel 3, we check out the new Tile tracker, give our verdict on the Call of Duty Black Ops 4 game and finish off by answering your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 321

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 04:20:00 -0000

Google has officially unveiled the Pixel 3 smartphone, Dyson launches its latest beauty technology, Hisense releases its designer collection of affordable 4K TVs, we take a look at the Amazon Echo Show and LG WK7 smart speakers, the Australian-developed device that can track your kids and we finish off by answering your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 320

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 04:20:00 -0000

It's Stay Smart Online Week and we give you the tips so you don’t become a statistic, the battle of the Sydney Opera House sails to promote the world’s richest horse race, the Epson product that can digitise your photo albums, we take a look at the HyperX Cloud gaming headset, the new Microsoft range of Surface products, the Sphero Bolt app-powered robot w finish off by answering your questions on the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 319

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 05:20:00 -0000

Google turns 20 years old, how Australian shoppers are being targeted by cyber criminals, why property developers are utilising solar and battery solutions, we take a look at the new Arlo Security Lighting System, Fantastic Furniture releases an exclusive Star Wars collection, Kogan launches a new and affordable Windows 10 tablet and we'll finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 318

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 05:20:00 -0000

Amazon's new Echo devices unveiled at its surprise event, GoPro’s new Hero action cameras, how Foxtel will be creating Australian television history, we review Apple’s brand new iPhone Xs, we road test the Apple Watch Series 4, fly the DJI Mavic 2 Pro and we'll finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 317

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 05:20:00 -0000

We go through all the Apple announcements – the iPhone Xs, the iPhone Xs Max, the iPhone XR and the Apple Watch Series 4 and we answer all the questions you’ve asked after the launch event, we take a look at Synology DS418Play network attached storage, D-Link’s new Covr mesh wifi system, Oppo’s Find X Lamborghini edition smartphone and we finish off with your question on the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 316

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 05:20:00 -0000

What we can expect to see at Apple’s iPhone launch event, Foxtel updates the Foxtel GO app – but there is a catch, Tesla rolls out a new security feature, we take a look at the Ring Spotlight Camera, the Logitech keyboard that you can use with your smart TV, Bose unveils a new smart speaker and soundbars and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 315

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 05:20:00 -0000

We're in Berlin for the IFA tech trade show where we take a look at 8K TVs, Huawei's mobile announcement along with new Ecovacs robot vacuums, Netgear's new Orbi system, the latest BlackBerry plus the other tech news including Apple's iPhone event confirmation, Tesla opens a new service and delivery centre, TPG and Vodafone merger and what it means to customers and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk

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Tech Guide Episode 314

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 05:20:00 -0000

DJI launches two new Mavic drones with enhanced camera technology, Fitbit unveils the Charge 3, JBL’s Endurance which lets users take their music anywhere and it's all smartphones in the Tech Guide reviews - the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, the Opportunity Find X and the Huawei Nova 3 and we finish off with your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 313

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 05:20:00 -0000

Foxtel is going 4K with its new iQ4 set top box, just how much information are your apps accessing, why smartphones have become conversation killers, we check out the Google Home Max speaker, the new Dragon Anytime dictation app, the new drives to handle your data on the go and we’ll finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 312

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 05:20:00 -0000

We're in New York for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 launch, we also talk about the Galaxy Watch, the Galaxy Home speaker and chat with Samsung Australia head of mobile Garry McGregor, we review the AirFly wireless transmitter, the Tesla Model 3 is coming to Australia, Huawei’s new mid-tier Nova 3i smartphone and we'll finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 311

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 05:20:00 -0000

Google launches its biggest ever smart speaker , Samsung unveils new Galaxy tablets, we chat with musician and entrepreneur Joel Madden who was in town for Advertising Week, we look at the Norton Core router, the new MacBook Pro, Sony unveils new Master Series TVs and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 310

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 05:20:00 -0000

We take a look inside the NRL Bunker, the people behind it and the technology that powers it, Samsung launches new soundbars, our appetite for streaming services is growing, we look at the latest Panasonic OLED TVs, the NVIDIA Shield 4K streaming and gaming device, the latest Kobo HD e-reader and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 309

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 05:20:00 -0000

Telco customer service a major fail according to a new report, the new housing development where residents create and share their power, an Australian is among the winners in the iPhone Photography Awards, we chat with Dr Joanne Orlando a leading expert when it comes to children and technology, we look at the WD My Passport SSD drive, the new range of JBL Bluetooth speakers and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 308

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 05:15:00 -0000

Should you opt out of the My Health Records database, Telstra deploys new LTE-B technology for hi-def video streaming, Apple updates its line-up of MacBook Pros, we look at the LG G7 ThinQ smartphone, Microsoft’s new Surface Go tablet, the products that can help you organise your keys and accessories and we'll finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 307

Mon, 09 Jul 2018 05:20:00 -0000

Apple is celebrating the App Store’s 10th birthday, why 80 per cent of customers stick with their provider when they switch to the NBN, the best day to go shopping if you’re an Amazon Prime member, we check out the Hisense 75-inch Series 8 ULED TV, the Uniden UPP136 that can jump start your car, Canon has opened a new experience store and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 306

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 05:16:00 -0000

Kmart stops selling DVDs – is this the beginning of the end for physical media, Vodafone simplifies its NBN plans, we chat with Oppo executive director Michael Tran about the R15 Pro and Find X smartphones, we take a look at the world’s smallest device to help sleep apnea sufferers, we check out the latest Dyson challenger, the phone holder for your car that can charge your device wirelessly and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 305

Mon, 25 Jun 2018 05:20:01 -0000

The battle for your online shopping dollars with the launch of Amazon Prime, the new smartphones from Oppo, why Apple was fined $9m, we check out the TCL X4 4K smart TV, a retro keyboard that’s like an old typewriter, the camera that will ley you see and talk to your dog and give them treats when you’re not home and we’ll wrap it up with your VoiceByte questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 304

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 05:20:51 -0000

The Optus World Cup streaming debacle, the scams you should watch out for during the World Cup, Telstra about to unleash even faster speeds on its 4G network, we check out the HTC U12+ smartphone, Crumpler’s new bag collection inspired by Star Wars, why customer orders for faster NBN speeds are in the rise and we finish off with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 303

Mon, 11 Jun 2018 05:20:33 -0000

All of the major announcements from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose, we take a tour of the Tesla factory in Fremont, the new service called CarChase that can sell your car for you, we check out the new Sony Extra Bass Bluetooth speakers, BlackBerry has launched its KEY2 smartphone, ASUS unveils a laptop with a trackpad that doubles as a second screen and we’ll wrap things up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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Tech Guide Episode 302

Mon, 04 Jun 2018 05:20:53 -0000

Amazon’s US site is now off limits to Australians, Virgin Mobile is closing down so what can existing customers do, how Family Zone parental controls are leading the way at home and in schools, we check out the new Apple HomePod capabilities, the Beats by Dr Dre Decade Collection, the Honda device that can help people walk properly again and we wrap it up with the Tech Guide Help Desk

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Tech Guide Episode 301

Mon, 28 May 2018 05:20:33 -0000

Why is your inbox flooded with emails about privacy policy updates, HTC unveils its new U12+ smartphone, Tesla expands its network of Supercharger stations across Australia, we review the latest Audio Technica noise cancelling headphones, the ASUS ZenBook Flip 14, we run our ears over the new Ultimate Ears Blast and Megablast and wrap it up with the Tech Guide Help Desk.

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