Category: Tech

It’s been said many times before, but when sites like Facebook or Twitter become unavailable for one reason or another, workplace productivity improves – I mean really, people have time to work. Today, I’ve had...

A huge show this week. Almost an hour of calls, and information.  On this show I talk Cyber Safety week, The World Cup Online, The Future home and Smart Energy Use, plus calls on Windows on Mac, 64 vs 32 bit Operating Systems,...

A huge show this week. Almost an hour of calls, and information.  Talking iPad with callers, as well as Ergonomic Keyboards and Mice, The Telstra T-Box and the FlashKey Get in touch – be part of Your Tech Life – call...

I guess like many, I just assumed Telstra would be the fastest choice when it came to Data plans for the iPad.  I read with interest the very first speed tests published by David Flynn at APC Mag – showing that Vodafone...

The first in the new series of shows, combining the best from my radio spots, along with exclusive web only content.  In this show, loads of iPad news, I chat to some of the people in the queue at Bondi Junction, as well as some...

It’s 7am.  12 hours ago, the Apple Store Bondi Junction looked like a construction zone.  Plenty of people were questioning how it could open in time. As these photos show, it was a race to the end.  at 5.45 this morning...

Telstra really hit the mark when they announced their iPad pricing early, receiving some very good comments regarding the price levels, something Telstra is normally unfamiliar with. Optus then hit back, with similar pricing,...

People who know me would be surprised to hear of me writing about a fitness coach.   I was shocked to even be offered it for review.  But i was surprised.  Very surprised. Head over to my SBS Blog for the full...

As Friday May 28 approaches, there are four categories of people waking for their Weet Bix today. 1/ Those who care not about Apple’s ‘Magical’ new iPad launching 2/ Those who are contemplating buying an iPad...

Everything Technology, On this show I have plenty of emails to get through, plus we talk with GABBY from CATCH OF THE DAY – fantastic business story, fantastic website, and some great tech bargains there for everyone! Plus...

Talking Technology with Luke Grant on MTR Melbourne. Get in touch – be part of Your Tech Life – call 02 800 55 985 and leave a message – a problem with technology, or a question if you need advice on...

Your Tech Life Webcast – Talking Wall Mounting TV’s – Simple Satellite Navigation Systems and Facebook Privacy. Get in touch – be part of the show – call 02 800 55 985 and leave a message, or email...

I mentioned some months ago that Sanyo will enter the Digital Radio (DAB+) market in Australia early this year.  Turns out the radio’s are now on the high seas heading our way. Expect to see them in stores like Big W and...

No show tonight on 2GB due to a clash with Tony Abbott:) (Budget reply speech). So, quite timely, I went along to the MediaWeek studios and took part in a podcast recording with Stephen Fenech, James Manning and Brenden Wood.  A...

Tech Talk tonight with Luke Grant on Melbourne’s MTR [audio:YourTechLife031-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using iTunes Details of the iPad pricing can be found on this...

Worryingly for Apple, yet another pre-release leak of it’s new 4th Generation iPhone (iPhone HD?) has hit the internet. This time a vietnamese website (taoviet.vn) has the phone, and has pulled it all apart, and posted a...

Optus have announced their 3G MicroSIM plans to market, and the wait was worth it. As if to demonstrate their knowledge of market demand, or perhaps in response to some of the feedback on Telstra’s own Data plans, optus...

“Shipping May 28” – “pre-order now” – two things Apple iPad ‘wanters’ have been waiting to see.. This morning just before 5am they became a reality. (Click “continue reading...

If you ask me, Optus were caught on the hop today when Telstra announced their Pre-Paid iPad data pricing. Optus have confirmed to APC Mag (and subsequenty by email to me) that they will offer Month-to-Month plans as well as...

Following hot on the heels of Apple’s Friday night announcement of iPad availability and pricing for Australia, Telstra has today announced it’s 3G data plan prices. All plans are without contract, allowing you to...

After a long wait, at 11pm on Friday Night Apple announced that the iPad will finally reach Australian shores on May 28. Friday May 28 will be a big day for Apple stores in Australia, as well as courier drivers across the...

Talking Technology on 2GB 873am with Ross Greenwood [audio:YourTechLife030b-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using iTunes Tonight we discussed a new and innovative tracking and...

On Tonight’s Money News I joined Ross Greenwood to talk with Senator Stephen Conroy about the Implementation Study released today into the National Broadband network.  I also asked him about progress on the Internet Filter...

Tech Talk tonight with Luke Grant on Melbourne’s MTR [audio:YourTechLife029-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using iTunes If you’re looking for Family Internet...

Talking Technology on 2GB 873am with Ross Greenwood [audio:YourTechLife028-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using iTunes Tonight we discussed keeping your eye on your...

Talking Technology on Melbourne’s MTR 1377am with Luke Grant [audio:YourTechLife027-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using iTunes Tonight I discussed 3D TV and the...

Ok, so I’m not a huge fan of ‘unboxing’ videos, but I was compelled to do this because this is such a unique product. The video (below) is a bit dark – sorry – I don’t have a TV Studio!, but...

Great to join Luke Grant on Melbourne’s MTR 1377.  I’ll be on every Wednesday at 9.30, so join me then and feel free to call in on 131 873. Please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the EMAIL page to...

Here’s the audio from tonights show.  Now part of Money news with Ross Greenwood. As of Next week, I will also appear on “In Melbourne Tonight” with Luke Grant on MTR 1377am – Wednesday 9.30pm...

Apple announced in the United States overnight that ‘International’ deliveries of the much anticipated iPad had been delayed by 1 month due to ‘far higher’ demand than expected. Added to this, Apple has...

For those who missed it, I made some comments on Tonight’s episode of A Current Affair – looking at 3D TV and how we all know – PRICES WILL DROP! Check it out here:...

With the dominance of the iPhone and Blackberry’s in the ‘Smartphone’ marketplace, it is hard to wonder sometimes why some other companies continue to bother!  But then you realise, the decision to upgrade, and...

Here’s the audio from tonights show.  Now part of Money news with Ross Greenwood. [audio:YourTechLife024-Podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using...

Thanks for listening, please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the EMAIL page to contact me! An interesting show, interviewing Senator Stephen Conroy about the Internet Filter – So – what do YOU...

I had a great time doing tonight’s show.  I was Broadcasting live from Melbourne where I am visiting for work. Here’s the remote setup in a production booth at DMG Radio Melbourne.  Once again thanks to the...

Thanks for listening, please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the EMAIL page to contact me! [audio:YourTechLife021-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using...

I was shocked to find out about software that is available that allows someone (after they get physical access to your phone and install the software) to monitor your emails, calls, sms’ and locations. Its simple –...

Thanks for listening, please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the EMAIL page to contact me! [audio:YourTechLife020-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using...

Here’s the Video I mentioned on tonight’s show. DO NOT TRY THIS AT...

Thanks for listening, please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the EMAIL page to contact me! [audio:YourTechLife019-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using...

Thanks for listening, please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the EMAIL page to contact me! [audio:YourTechLife018-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using...

Wow, this is huge news, is Google’s own YouTube dropping support for Google’s very own BROWSER – Chrome? Appears that way, when I visit YouTube in my browser – which, happens to be Google Chrome. I get...

Big thanks for listening, please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the EMAIL page to contact me! [audio:YourTechLife017-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using...

I’ve spent the weekend testing a pre-release Beta version of Blackberry’s official Twitter application which is due to launch publically in the next month or so. First impressions are excellent, this is a well...

Big thanks for listening, please let me know what you think of the show, just go to the ABOUT page to contact me! [audio:YourTechLife016-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using...

Thanks to everyone who listened, and to all the callers. [audio:YourTechLife015-podcast.mp3] (Right Click Here (Save As) to download as Mp3) CLICK HERE to Subscribe using iTunes Your Tech Life #15 – Show Notes...