Tech Guide

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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