Do Australians have a taste for luxury tech, and can a robot really take care of your entire property inside and out? 📱🤖

Brent chats with Stephen Fenech from TechGuide.com.au to unpack the latest gadget headlines. We look at why over half of all smartphone sales in Australia top the $1,000 mark, explore MOVA’s massive rollout of nearly 40 new smart home and garden robots, and put the powerful Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD robot lawn mower to the test for large yards. 


High-End Mobile Habits: Breaking down why more than 50% of Aussie smartphone buyers are shelling out over $1,000 for their devices.


MOVA's Smart Ecosystem: Exploring the brand's huge Australian expansion covering everything from robot vacuums and window cleaners to pool bots and lawn mowers. 


Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD Review: Putting the flagship wire-free robot mower through its paces to see how it handles steep slopes, tough terrain, and large properties. 


Smart Living Realities: How modern robotics are genuinely giving us our weekends back instead of adding to our digital fatigue. 

If you love your gadgets and want to know what's worth buying, this is an absolute must-listen.

Do Australians have a taste for luxury tech, and can a robot really take care of your entire property inside and out? 📱🤖
Brent chats with&nbsp;Stephen Fenech from <a href="https://www.techguide.com.au/" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwjy8MXZ9rqWAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQTA">TechGuide.com.au</a> to unpack the latest gadget headlines. We look at why over half of all smartphone sales in Australia top the $1,000 mark, explore MOVA&rsquo;s massive rollout of nearly 40 new smart home and garden robots, and put the powerful Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD robot lawn mower to the test for large yards.&nbsp;
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High-End Mobile Habits: Breaking down why more than 50% of Aussie smartphone buyers are shelling out over $1,000 for their devices.
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MOVA's Smart Ecosystem: Exploring the brand's huge Australian expansion covering everything from robot vacuums and window cleaners to pool bots and lawn mowers. 
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Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD Review: Putting the flagship wire-free robot mower through its paces to see how it handles steep slopes, tough terrain, and large properties. 
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Smart Living Realities: How modern robotics are genuinely giving us our weekends back instead of adding to our digital fatigue. 
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If you love your gadgets and want to know what's worth buying, this is an absolute must-listen.

Join Brent Bultitude every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.

Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

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Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what’s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.

Brent&rsquo;s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69. Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what&rsquo;s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.

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Smartphones, MOVA’s Massive Robot Launch, and the Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD

Are you a cat owner whose furry friend loves to roam the neighbourhood, or are you wondering how to keep your pets safe and protect local wildlife? 

With roaming cats facing serious outdoor dangers—from traffic accidents and snake bites to emerging biosecurity threats like avian influenza (bird flu)—transitioning to an indoor lifestyle is becoming a vital move. David Wright is joined by our resident vet, Dr Andrew Cornwell from the Cardiff and Cameron Park veterinary hospitals. We dive deep into indoor enrichment, custom "catios," and how to make the transition smooth for both you and your cat.


The Reality of Outdoor Dangers: Exploring everyday hazards like cars, fights, and why recent biosecurity alerts make keeping cats contained more important than ever. 


The Wildlife Toll: Breaking down how roaming domestic cats impact native fauna, hunting an estimated 186 birds, reptiles, and small mammals each year per roaming cat.


The Magic of 'Catios': How secure outdoor enclosures offer the ultimate compromise, letting cats enjoy fresh air and sunshine safely behind protective mesh.


Combating Indoor Boredom: Practical tips for setting up scratching posts, interactive toys, and environmental enrichment to keep an indoor cat happy and calm.

If you love your feline companion and want to keep them safe and healthy, this is an absolute must-listen.

Are you a cat owner whose furry friend loves to roam the neighbourhood, or are you wondering how to keep your pets safe and protect local wildlife?&nbsp;
With roaming cats facing serious outdoor dangers&mdash;from traffic accidents and snake bites to emerging biosecurity threats like avian influenza (bird flu)&mdash;transitioning to an indoor lifestyle is becoming a vital move. David Wright is joined by our resident vet, Dr Andrew Cornwell from the Cardiff and Cameron Park veterinary hospitals. We dive deep into indoor enrichment, custom "catios," and how to make the transition smooth for both you and your cat.
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The Reality of Outdoor Dangers: Exploring everyday hazards like cars, fights, and why recent biosecurity alerts make keeping cats contained more important than ever. 
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The Wildlife Toll: Breaking down how roaming domestic cats impact native fauna, hunting an estimated 186 birds, reptiles, and small mammals each year per roaming cat.
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The Magic of 'Catios': How secure outdoor enclosures offer the ultimate compromise, letting cats enjoy fresh air and sunshine safely behind protective mesh.
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Combating Indoor Boredom: Practical tips for setting up scratching posts, interactive toys, and environmental enrichment to keep an indoor cat happy and calm.
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If you love your feline companion and want to keep them safe and healthy, this is an absolute must-listen.

Keeping Cats Safe and Wildlife Protected with Dr Andrew Cornwell

Are our kids treating artificial intelligence like a homework helper, or are they turning to chatbots as a close friend and therapist? 

As generative AI rapidly evolves, new research reveals a massive shift: over half of Australian children and teenagers are using AI tools for personal and social reasons—seeking life guidance, mental health advice, and emotional support. Brent sits down with Professor Tama Leaver, Professor of Internet Studies at Curtin University and researcher with the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, to break down the hidden risks, the "yes-man" problem, and what parents need to know.


The New 'Digital Friend': How young people are moving beyond schoolwork to use AI chatbots as sounding boards for feelings, health issues, and relationship dilemmas.


The Privacy Trap: Unpacking how children are unknowingly feeding sensitive personal data into systems that lack professional confidentiality.


The 'Yes-Man' Dilemma: Why AI's inherent sycophancy—always agreeing to keep the conversation going—can validate harmful thoughts or poor decisions.


Practical Advice for Parents: How to talk to kids and teens about their digital habits without sparking an argument or feeling completely out of your depth.

If you have kids or teens using technology, this is an essential, eye-opening listen.

Are our kids treating artificial intelligence like a homework helper, or are they turning to chatbots as a close friend and therapist?&nbsp;
As generative AI rapidly evolves, new research reveals a massive shift: over half of Australian children and teenagers are using AI tools for personal and social reasons&mdash;seeking life guidance, mental health advice, and emotional support. Brent sits down with Professor Tama Leaver, Professor of Internet Studies at Curtin University and researcher with the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, to break down the hidden risks, the "yes-man" problem, and what parents need to know.
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The New 'Digital Friend': How young people are moving beyond schoolwork to use AI chatbots as sounding boards for feelings, health issues, and relationship dilemmas.
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The Privacy Trap: Unpacking how children are unknowingly feeding sensitive personal data into systems that lack professional confidentiality.
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The 'Yes-Man' Dilemma: Why AI's inherent sycophancy&mdash;always agreeing to keep the conversation going&mdash;can validate harmful thoughts or poor decisions.
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Practical Advice for Parents: How to talk to kids and teens about their digital habits without sparking an argument or feeling completely out of your depth.
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If you have kids or teens using technology, this is an essential, eye-opening listen.

The Digital Confidant – How Kids and Teens Are Using AI Behind Closed Doors with Professor Tama Leaver

Remember when accessing government services or healthcare didn't require downloading a complicated digital program on your phone? 

From booking appointments to dealing with council services, we are increasingly being forced to use apps—and many of us are wondering why we can't just go back to how things used to be. Brent is joined by RMIT University’s Dr. Dana McKay, Associate Dean of Interaction, Technology and Information, to explore why every business and public service is pushing an app on us, the hidden tracking, and why so many Australians want a simpler life offline. 


The Push for Digital-Only: How traditional service counters, paper forms, and physical cards are rapidly being replaced by mandatory smartphone software.


Why Organisations Love Them: Unpacking how apps save corporations and government agencies money while gathering valuable user data and real-time location tracking.


Consumer Frustration & Isolation: Looking at the massive accessibility barriers created for older Australians and anyone locked out of the digital ecosystem.


Digital Overload: Why single-use apps clutter our devices, drain our batteries, and make daily life unnecessarily difficult.

If you're tired of downloading a new app just to complete a basic task, this is an absolute must-listen.

Remember when accessing government services or healthcare didn't require downloading a complicated digital program on your phone?&nbsp;
From booking appointments to dealing with council services, we are increasingly being forced to use apps&mdash;and many of us are wondering why we can't just go back to how things used to be. Brent is joined by RMIT University&rsquo;s&nbsp;Dr. Dana McKay, Associate Dean of Interaction, Technology and Information, to explore why every business and public service is pushing an app on us, the hidden tracking, and why so many Australians want a simpler life offline.&nbsp;
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The Push for Digital-Only: How traditional service counters, paper forms, and physical cards are rapidly being replaced by mandatory smartphone software.
</li>
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Why Organisations Love Them: Unpacking how apps save corporations and government agencies money while gathering valuable user data and real-time location tracking.
</li>
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Consumer Frustration &amp; Isolation: Looking at the massive accessibility barriers created for older Australians and anyone locked out of the digital ecosystem.
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Digital Overload: Why single-use apps clutter our devices, drain our batteries, and make daily life unnecessarily difficult.
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If you're tired of downloading a new app just to complete a basic task, this is an absolute must-listen.

Smartphones, MOVA’s Massive Robot Launch, and the Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD

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