Two Blokes Talking Tech

An exclusive sit-down with the new CEO of Optus, Stephen Rue. Fresh from leading the NBN through expansion and Covid, his experience now leaves him responsible for Australia's challenger telco brand and with his feet now well and truely under the table, he sits down with Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech as the first ever guest on Two Blokes Talking Tech A conversation a long time coming, here on Two Blokes Talking Tech

Internet issues, how do you diagnose them and when do you call on support from your telco company? New life, new Home, new PC? Why? Why by a PC? and which one?? Ideas for last week's caller with WiFi calling issues - from a fellow Android user. And we catch up with Ashley Millar from Trend Micro about the scams that you might not count as scams... All thanks to Swann Security, so get behind them folks, and thanks to Vodafone you can text Trev on 0477 657 657

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.

We get the answer to the question - how much charge will my battery lose when it's parked long-term at the airport while I'm on Holidays? Steve has a Sealion 7 and loves it, but does it match the R32 it replaced? And Adam calls about his Xpeng G6 - what's it like to own a new brand? Get in touch, Text or WhatsApp the boys on 0477 657 657 All thanks to Uniden and NRMA Insurance

Nicholas Cage leads an all-star cast that even Trev recognises in this remake of an older classic - but better. It's Oceans Eleven meets Fast and Furious, so what's it all about and what's behind the making of it? Stephen introduces Trevor to another "Best" - so how will it rate? Watch it on Fetch up on a Hisense TV folks! Here's that full list of cars targeted for the Heist! 1999 Aston Martin DB7: Mary 1962 Aston Martin DB1: Barbara 1999 Bentley Arnage: Lindsey 1999 Bentley Azure: Laura 1964 Bentley Continental: Alma 1959 Cadillac El Dorado: Madeline 1958 Cadillac El Dorado Brougham: Patricia 1999 Cadillac Escalade: Carol 2000 Cadillac El Dorado STS: Daniela 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible: Stefanie 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28: Erin 1953 Chevrolet Corvette: Pamela 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Big Block: Stacey 2000 Ford F350 4x4 modified pick-up: Anne 1971 DeTomaso Pantera: Kate 1969 Dodge Daytona: Vanessa 1998 Dodge Viper Coupe GTS: Denise 199

A sad week in the Fenech household

We've got our first look at the new iPhone colours for 2025 - what do you think? What would you pick? NBN partners with Amazon to use Project Kuiper low earth orbit satellites to power regional broadband into the future And the new DJI OSMO 360 re-thinks how we film stuff! All thanks to Arlo and Netgear!

Huge news for 300,000 homes and businesses in regional Australia with the NBN announcing a deal with Amazon's Project Kuiper to provide next generation satellite to replace the aging Sky Muster services in the coming years. I'll unpack that with the man in charge here in Australia, plus - your calls! From Hubbl to Laptop woes and saving money on Spotify - we've got you covered, all thanks to Swann Security. Get in touch on 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone any time!

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.

Trev and Steve talk to Dave Budge, Co-Founder and CEO of Jaunt, the Aussie company taking classic and loved cars and converting them to Electric - for a price. We talk to a man with a new Atto3 that just fits And we talk home charging, as well as EV traction in the wet! All thanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams

Paul Newman and Tom Cruise - that's a must watch movie. It's a story of a man who sees talent, and teaches the art of the Hustle How it plays out is fascinating, so Stephen unpacks it for Trev and you, thanks to Fetch and Hisense.

Is it worth watching?

It's official, the government is adding YouTube to the list of Banned social media sites captured under the Social Media ban for kids under 16 later this year. This is a big deal so the Two Blokes unpack it all and see if there have been any learnings. Plus, We're flipping out with the new Galaxy Flip 7 from Samsung and the Motorola Razr 60. JBL's cracking new headphones and what devices cause the most battery fires? You might be surprised!

Comparing security software solutions to keep you protected, plus questions about WiFi issues or Internet issues - how to disagnose these? Microsoft Office costing too much - what's a free alternative? Buying a Second hand phone - options for a Samsung and Apple couple on a budget, while on man questions our place on the Global Internet Speed rankings. Doing it thanks to Swann, keeping you safe, and thanks to Vodafone for supporting our dial-in support line!

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.

This week we talk to two callers, who've both owned two EVs. One loved his Tesla so much he bought another one - the story of the deposit on the first one will make you smile. And another who doesn't like to spend too much on cars, bought a second hand Nissan Leaf, and the upgraded to a newer one down the track. We catch up with Shawn Ticehurst from NRMA Insurance to talk battery recycling, servicing and EV sales. All thanks to Uniden Smart Dashcam and NRMA Insurance

Rocky Balboa hasn't climbed into the ring for a long long time, but he's challenged to do so with a different purpose in mind. This is the story of not just one fight, but two, as Rocky meets someone he never knew existed, so will he help the son of a legend? Trev's seen the first two Rocky movies - and loved them, will this part of the Rocky universe live up to the same hype? Find out thanks to Fetch and Hisense.

TV recommendations and more

Stephen and Trevor discuss Aussie retail and how the kickback to sales people should be clearly disclosed if one brand is offering more deals to the retail staff than others. Aldi Mobile wins Canstar awards for it's mobile plans. Google teases its next smartphone. And the Rugby League game that didn't deliver.

Lots of questions this week, including common themes like Travel but in some cases is Vodafone just a better option than local SIM cards? Wifi problems solved, a happy customer, but another looking for a new solution for home security. Unique needs for a mobile phone user, and watching content while Travelling. Plus we catch up with Garry to see what TV he bought! Get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 all thanks to Swann security!