Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News
460 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★ - 2 ratingsWelcome to Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News, where podcast hosts @alexkidman and @adam_turner speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week.
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iPhone 11 rumours, Apple comes to smart TVs, Google scraps Chromecast Audio: Vertical Hold - Episode 211
January 17, 2019 14:00 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBWhy is Apple finally embracing Smart TVs? Why is Google killing off Chromecast Audio? What should we expect from the iPhone 11? Guests Fairfax tech editor @TimBiggs and Fairfax tech writer @PeterWells Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/Ver...
CES 2019 special direct from Las Vegas: Vertical Hold - Episode 210
January 10, 2019 03:20 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBFrom 8K and Micro LED TVs to robot clothes folders, what was the best (and craziest) tech on show at CES 2019? Guests PC World AU editor Fergus Halliday @Cvamped, Appliance Retailer deputy editor Emily Bencic @Connectedemily, tech writer Geoff Quattromani @GQuattromani Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tec...
2018: The Year in Review: Vertical Hold Episode 209
December 20, 2018 14:00 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBWhat were the highs (and lows) of the year in technology in 2018? We're talking everything from NBN, Amazon, My Health Record and Facebook/Google privacy scandals to Optus Sports/ Kayo/ Foxtel/ 10 All Access/ Disney streaming services, the best phones, crazy Elon Musk and more. Special guest acting Gizmodo Australia editor Tegan Jones @tegan_writes Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Austr...
ACCC attacks Google/Facebook stranglehold, Aussie 5G spectrum snapped up: Vertical Hold Episode 208
December 13, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBCan the ACCC wrangle Google and Facebook into behaving with our private data? Who were the big winners in the ACMA's Australian 5G auction? Special guest ZDNet Australia deputy editor Corinne Reichert. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/...
Do Australia's new encryption interception laws put everyone's safety and privacy at risk? Vertical Hold Episode 207
December 06, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MBDo Australia's new encryption interception laws put everyone's safety and privacy at risk? Are we ready to say goodbye to Microsoft Edge? Special guest Risky Business editor Patrick Gray. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/VerticalHoldAU ...
Aussie quantum computing goes large, Sony PlayStation Classic set to land: Vertical Hold - Episode 206
November 29, 2018 14:00 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBAussie researchers get closer to scalable quantum computing, Sony goes old school with the PlayStation Classic, Australia's pirate hunters set their sights on Google. Special guest InnovationAus managing editor Seamus Byrne. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsy...
Amazon backflips on Aussie orders, Steam flips to Aussie dollars, Sony skips E3: Vertical Hold Episode 205
November 22, 2018 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBAmazon lets Aussies back into its US and UK stores, while Sony's the latest gaming firm to abandon E3 and Steam flips to charging (or is it overcharging?) in Aussie dollars in the latest episode! Special guest co-host Leigh Stark from Pickr.com.au! Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the wee...
Will Disney or CBS unseat Netflix, has Foxtel Kayo'd itself: Vertical Hold Episode 204
November 15, 2018 15:00 - 35 minutes - 66 MBFoxtel's launching a sports streaming service in competition with itself, while CBS All Access and Disney+ are incoming, but are fractured services really what we want? Special guest DeciderTV editor-in-chief Steve Molk. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn....
Has Vodafone cracked roaming, does the NBN really have a clean bill of health: Vertical Hold - Episode 203
November 07, 2018 11:33 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBThe ACCC's broadband report suggests that NBN speeds are up, but not for everyone. Meanwhile, Vodafone's added 11 countries to its $5 roaming deal, but can you do better? And are folding phones finally ready for prime time? Special guest Finder.com.au editor-in-chief Angus Kidman. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories be...
Apple unveils new iPad Pro, MacBook Air and Mac Mini: Vertical Hold Episode 202
October 30, 2018 23:39 - 32 minutes - 37.3 MBApple's got a whole lot of new (and rather expensive!) hardware for you to drool over, including new iPad Pro models, new MacBook Airs and a (finally!) updated Mac Mini -- but what's worth really getting excited about? Special guest Fairfax freelance tech journalist Peter Wells. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories be...
PAX Australia 2018 gaming special: Vertical Hold - Episode 201
October 27, 2018 06:38 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBWhat's hot at PAX Australia 2018? How will VR go mainstream? How are video and board game devs changing their approach to Kickstarter? Why are eSports teams turning to crowd funding? Special guests Kotaku editor Alex Walker and tech journalist Seamus Byrne. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of th...
Huawei launches Mate 20, Google pulls apps from the EU store: Vertical Hold - Episode 200
October 17, 2018 07:37 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBDirect from Huawei's London launch of the Huawei Mate 20 series -- and plenty more -- we're joined by Pickr's Leigh Stark and PC World's Fergus Halliday -- to talk everything Huawei, and what Google's decision to charge for apps for EU phones might mean for the wider Android market. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the storie...
Google unveils Pixel 3, 3 XL, Pixel Stand, Home Hub and much more: Vertical Hold - Episode 199
October 11, 2018 05:42 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBIs the Pixel 3 worth the hype? Do Google smart homes need a smart screen? Which new gadgets aren't coming to Australia? Special guest Ausdroid editor Dan Tyson. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/VerticalHoldAU @verticalholdau
Windows 10 October update lands, Microsoft unveils Surface Pro 6, Foxtel Now price hike: Vertical Hold - Episode 198
October 04, 2018 15:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBWhat new features does Windows 10 October 2018 update add? Are Microsoft's new Surface devices worth getting hyped about? How can Foxtel possibly justify the massive price hike coming to Foxtel Now? Special guest Gizmodo Australia Deputy Editor Tegan Jones Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of ...
macOS Mojave lands, Apple Watch Series 4 impresses, Google Discover arrives: Vertical Hold - Episode 197
September 27, 2018 15:00 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBAre macOS Mojave's new features worth the pain of installation? Should you give the Apple Watch 4 the time of day? How is Google reinventing search for its 20th birthday? Special guest tech journalist Matthew JC Powell. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn....
iOS 12 revitalises older iPhones, ACCC gets nasty on "unlimited", Google Assistant hits Aussie TVs -- Vertical Hold Episode 196
September 20, 2018 16:00 - 32 minutes - 36.7 MBWill iOS 12 breathe new life into your old iPhone? Will the ACCC's rumblings about "unlimited" mobile plans amount to much? What does Google Assistant bring to smart TVs? Special guest Australian IT tech reporter Chris Griffith Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio...
Apple unveils iPhone XR. XS & XS Max along with new Apple Watch 4: Vertical Hold - Episode 195
September 13, 2018 12:02 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBAre Apple's latest iPhones XS-ive? Is it time for the Apple Watch 4 to shine? Why is Foxtel charging for Chromecast and AirPlay streaming? Special guests News Corp national tech editor Jen Dudley-Nicholson and Pickr.com.au editor Leigh Stark. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. vert...
What's in Telstra's future, Doctor Who on ABC iView, Looking back at 20 years of Google : Vertical Hold - Episode 194
September 06, 2018 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBTelstra's planning for the future with new unlimited plans, new executives and the challenge of the NBN, Doctor Who shifts to Mondays on ABC (and maybe iView) while Google turns 20 and Chrome turns 10. Special guest finder.com.au editor in chief Angus Kidman. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news ...
Apple iPhone X 2018 rumours, 8K TVs from IFA, TPG/Vodafone confirm merger: Vertical Hold - Episode 193
August 30, 2018 17:00 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MBWill Apple pull any surprises out of its hat for the 2018 iPhones? Is it worth getting hyped about 8K TV at IFA? What's the story with the TPG/Vodafone merger? Special guest pickr.com.au editor Leigh Stark. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook...
TPG looks to merge with Vodafone, new NBN CEO and Google Home Max: Vertical Hold Episode 192
August 23, 2018 15:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBWhat will the merger of TPG and Vodafone mean for consumers? Is Google's Home Max worth taking home, and what changes will the new NBN CEO make? Special guests ZDNet.com.au Deputy Editor Corinne Reichert and Jez Ford, Sound+Image Editor Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. vertica...
Foxtel goes 4K and ditches cable, what can we expect from the iQ4? - Vertical Hold Episode 191
August 16, 2018 15:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBWhat does Foxtel have to offer in Ultra HD? Can the iQ4 make up for the flaky iQ3? Can Australia's draft encryption laws work? Special guest decider.tv media commentator Steve Molk. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/VerticalHoldAU @ver...
Google serves Android Pie, Fortnite bypasses Play Store - Vertical Hold Episode 190
August 09, 2018 16:00 - 27 minutes - 31.1 MBWhat tasty new features does Android Pie bring to smartphones? Why is Fortnite bypassing the safety of the Google Play store? Special guest Ausdroid editor Dan Tyson. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/VerticalHoldAU @verticalholdau
ACCC's NBN report card, Village Roadshow's new piracy fight - Vertical Hold Episode 189
August 02, 2018 15:00 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MBWhich telcos get canned in the consumer watchdog's latest NBN report card? Why has Village Roadshow declared war on pirate subtitles? Special guests Australian IT editor Supratim Adhikari and ZDNet AU deputy editor Corinne Reichert. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdau...
Are new Unlimited plans worth it, which Aussie telcos are worst for customer service? - Vertical Hold Episode 188
July 26, 2018 15:30 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBAre Telstra's revamped Peace of Mind Plans or Vodafone's unlimited passes worth buying? Which telcos are slammed in Australia's latest customer service report? What are Facebook's double-standards when punishing page owners? What should we expect from the NBN's latest Service Continuity Standards? Special guest Pickr editor Leigh Stark Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading ...
Can Aussies trust My Health Record, is Nvidia Shield TV a home entertainment titan?: Vertical Hold - Episode 187
July 19, 2018 14:30 - 26 minutes - 30.6 MBWhy are so many Australians rushing to opt-out of the government's online My Health Record? What can Australians expect from the tiny Nvidia Shield TV? Is Netflix running out of steam? Special guest ABC Radio National online technology reporter Ariel Bogle. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of ...
Microsoft unveils Surface Go, Telstra demos LTE-B, Facebook backflips on ban: Vertical Hold - Episode 186
July 12, 2018 11:59 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBCan Microsoft's mini Surface tablet go head to head with Apple and Android? What can Aussies expect from Telstra's LTE-Broadcast? Why is Facebook backing down on page bans as the social media giants try to clean up their act? Special guests Finder.com.au editor-in-chief Angus Kidman and Pickr editor Leigh Stark.Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists ever...
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and Apple iPhone rumours, Facebook's latest privacy woes: Vertical Hold - Episode 185
July 05, 2018 15:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MBWhat should we expect from Samsung's Galaxy Note 9 and Apple's next iPhone? How many privacy scandals can Facebook weather? Will Netflix users tolerate another price hike? Special guest Gizmodo Australia deputy editor Tegan Jones. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauau...
NBN service guarantee and Vodafone's new NBN plans: Vertical Hold 184
June 28, 2018 15:00 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBThe NBN reveals service guarantees with mobile fallback, starts FttC rollout and reveals data usage figures, but can it turn things around? Meanwhile, Vodafone pitches new NBN plans with no upfront costs, so what's the catch? Special guest ZDNet deputy editor Corinne Reichert Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behin...
Optus World Cup own goal, Telstra 2022 plan, Amazon Prime comes to Australia: Vertical Hold 183
June 21, 2018 15:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBOptus forced to hand back World Cup matches to SBS after streaming disaster. Amazon delivers underwhelming Amazon Prime to Australia. Big changes with the Telstra 2022 strategy. Special guest Australian Financial Review technology editor Paul Smith. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. ...
E3 2018 Special: Microsoft vs Sony vs Nintendo: Vertical Hold Episode 182
June 13, 2018 11:26 - 35 minutes - 40.6 MBWhich games impressed at E3 2018, and which failed to thrill? Did Microsoft impress with many games, or was Sony's curated games approach better? Is Smash Bros Ultimate and Fortnite enough to float the Switch? And will Cyberpunk 2077 make it past Australia's notorious censorship board? Special guests Fairfax tech editor Tim Biggs and Kotaku Australia editor Alex Walker. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @...
Apple unveils iOS12 and more at WWDC: Vertical Hold - Episode 181
June 06, 2018 06:27 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBWhat's new in iOS12? How is Apple tackling smartphone addiction? How will iPhone apps run on a Mac? What's happening with the Apple TV 4K? Special guest Fairfax tech contributor Peter Wells, direct from San Jose. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com fa...
Amazon blocks Australia, can stereo pairs save Apple's HomePod?: Vertical Hold - Episode 180
May 31, 2018 15:00 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBWill Apple's HomePod update help it compete in the smart speaker showdown? Why is Amazon blocking Aussies from its US site? What happened to fixed wireless NBN speeds? Special guest News Corp tech editor Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauau...
Google overhauls YouTube Music, Android superphone smackdown: Vertical Hold - Episode 179
May 24, 2018 15:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBWhat's the deal with YouTube Music and YouTube Red? How do the latest Android smartphones stack up and what's happening with Android P? What should we expect from Apple at WWDC? Special guest Ausdroid editor Dan Tyson. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.c...
Privacy Special: Is Google misusing our data, and who trusts Facebook? Vertical Hold Episode 178
May 17, 2018 15:00 - 24 minutes - 27.7 MBFor Privacy Awareness week, we look at the not-so-private dealings of two of the world's biggest companies, as Google is accused of mis-using the data allowances of Australian users, while Facebook tries desperately to cling to the veneer of privacy amidst rolling scandals. Meanwhile, Telstra's dropped its ZTE phones, but what will this mean for its cheap handsets and future network ambitions? Special guest freelance technology writer David Braue. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belk...
Google I/O 2018 - Google Assistant impersonating humans, Google News overhaul including podcasts: Vertical Hold - Episode 177
May 09, 2018 06:37 - 26 minutes - 35.7 MBAre we ready for Google Assistant to pass the Turing Test on the phone? What are Google's thoughts on Digital Wellness? How is Google tackling fake news, including a chat with Google News head Richard Gingras about the inclusion of podcasts. Special guests Ausdroid editor Dan Tyson and Radio New Zealand's Peter Griffin. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journali...
Unlimited data frenzy (with a catch) and Windows 10 April Update: Vertical Hold - Episode 176
May 03, 2018 14:30 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBWill the ACCC slap down Telstra and Vodafone for their "unlimited" mobile data plans? What can you look forward to in the April Windows 10 update? Special guest PC World/Good Gear Guide editor Fergus Halliday Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com fac...
Amazon Echo Spot comes to Australia, Telstra boosts HFC cable speeds: Vertical Hold - Episode 175
April 26, 2018 15:00 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBDoes Amazon's Echo Spot deserve a spot in your home? Why has Telstra chosen now to increase cable broadband speeds? Why is the ABS tracking phones? Special guest TechGuide.com.au editor Stephen Fenech. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/...
How do the latest OLED and LED TVs compare, did you win NBN's FttC lottery? Vertical Hold - Episode 174
April 19, 2018 15:00 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBWith Samsung, LG, Sony, Hisense and Panasonic all lining up their premium TV lines for 2018, which one is worth your money? Is Fibre to the Curb coming your way? Special guest Pickr editor Leigh Stark. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/Ver...
NBN adopts FTTC and Optus goes for unlimited mobile data (again): Vertical Hold - Episode 173
April 12, 2018 15:00 - 29 minutes - 35 MBNBN flicks the switch on FTTC while unpausing HFC as Optus re-releases its unlimited data plans Special guest Australian IT editor Supratim Adhikari Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/VerticalHoldAU @verticalholdau
Optus flexes its 5G muscle, Google talks Smart Homes and Morrow exits NBN: Vertical Hold - Episode 172
April 05, 2018 15:00 - 21 minutes - 25.2 MBOptus shows us the future of 5G right now, while Google's Rick Osterloh talks Google Assistant and Smart Homes and NBN Co's Bill Morrow gets ready to depart Special guests finder.com.au editor-in-chief Angus Kidman, CNET Senior Editor Claire Reilly and ZDNet Deputy Editor Corinne Reichert Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get ...
Apple unveils a new iPad, Telstra fined over premium scams: Vertical Hold - Episode 171
March 29, 2018 14:00 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MBThe Apple Pencil comes to the iPad, Telstra slapped with a $10 million fine, classic Commodore 64 gets the Mini treatment. Special guests Macworld Australia editor Anthony Caruana and News Corp national tech editor Jen Dudley-Nicholson. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholda...
Time to #deletefacebook, are we paying too much for Aussie internet? Vertical Hold - Episode 170
March 22, 2018 14:00 - 23 minutes - 26.8 MBHas Facebook finally tipped over into becoming the anti-social network, and should you ditch it? What do the ACCC's figures suggest about the price of Australian telecommunications services? Special guest finder editor-in-chief Angus Kidman Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. v...
NBN congestion miracle cure, Optus kills unlimited mobile data plans after 1 day: Vertical Hold - Episode 169
March 15, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBHow has NBN supposedly slashed congestion rates? Why did Optus kill its unlimited mobile data trial after one day? Will 2018 be Australia's year of unlimited mobile data? Special guest freelance technology journalist Krishan Sharma. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaud...
Nintendo Switch turns 1, Aussies swap broadcast TV for small screens: Vertical Hold Episode 168
March 08, 2018 14:00 - 32 minutes - 37.4 MBHas the Nintendo Switch delivered on its promises? Can broadcasters tear young Australians away from their mobile gadgets? Special guest Kotaku editor Alex Walker. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com facebook.com/VerticalHoldAU @verticalholdau
MWC 2018 Special Samsung S9, Sony XZ2, 5G and Google Android Go: Vertical Hold 167
March 01, 2018 14:00 - 36 minutes - 42.2 MBMobile World Congress 2018, straight from Barcelona - we're talking Samsung S9, Sony XZ2, 5G and Google Android Go with special guests News Ltd tech editor Jen Dudley-Nicholson, ZDNet deputy editor Corinne Reichert and Ausdroid editors Dan Tyson, Jason Murray and Chris Rowland. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin.
Seven to charge for HD streaming, Aussie piracy figures fall: Vertical Hold Episode 166
February 22, 2018 14:00 - 27 minutes - 38 MBChannel Seven is hoping Aussies will pay to watch its catchup service in HD. Meanwhile Aussies are frequenting piracy sites less often, but the numbers don't quite add up. Plus the NBN might be fined for installer no-shows. Special guests Pickr.com.au editor Leigh Stark and decidertv.com media commentator Steve Molk. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalis...
NBN leaves HFC in limbo, Microsoft shuns Windows 10S: Vertical Hold Episode 165
February 15, 2018 14:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBNBN's touting its successes while leaving HFC owners in the lurch. Meanwhile, Microsoft is reportedly downgrading Windows 10S to a "mode", but did it ever have a future? Special guest technology journalist David Braue. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholdauaudio.libsyn.com ...
5G in Australia in 2019, was HomePod worth the wait?: Vertical Hold Episode 164
February 08, 2018 15:00 - 24 minutes - 27.8 MBOptus and Telstra are in a race to launch 5G, but what impact will it have for Australian consumers? Apple's HomePod is finally here, but does it really qualify as a smart speaker? Special guest ZDNet deputy editor Corinne Reichert Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories behind the tech news of the week. verticalholda...
Amazon launches Echo smart speakers, Alexa takes Zigbee mainstream: Vertical Hold Episode 163
February 01, 2018 14:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBWe get hands on with Amazon's new Alexa-powered Echo smart speakers. Can they push aside Google and Apple to rule Aussie homes? Will Zigbee smart devices finally make a splash in Australia? Special guest The Australian tech writer Chris Griffith and Finder.com.au editor Angus Kidman. Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the stories ...
Apple HomePod vs Echo vs Google Home and rings for contactless payments in Australia - Vertical Hold Episode 162
January 25, 2018 15:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBApple's HomePod is finally (nearly!) here, but has Apple left it too late to enter the smart speaker market, or was waiting the smart move? Meanwhile, banks want us wearing smart payment rings, but when will they move into style? Special guest PC Mag Australia editor Matthew JC Powell Vertical Hold is brought to you by Belkin. Vertical Hold: Behind The Tech News - podcast hosts @adam_turner and @alexkidman speak to Australia's leading technology journalists every Friday to get the ...