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The new way to find your next brand new TV!

The new way to find your next brand new TV!

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle May 05, 2026 59 min
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About this episode

Trevor starts by turning a casual comparison of Samsung, Hisense, and LG pricing into a 2026 TV spreadsheet, then expands it into an AI-assisted TV finder with filters, retailer links, and price tracking. Along the way, he fields listener questions on dash cams, iPhone storage, and a Chromebook upgrade, before a longer ASUS interview shifts to dual-screen laptops, OLED, premium materials, and how memory and storage costs are reshaping what buyers ask for.

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Concept

EV show

"So it's the fun and games of the world but it's good news. I'm preparing for the EV show this week and looking at the EV sales. So that data has finally come out which allows me to do some preparation for the EV show next week."

An “EV show” is just a show segment about electric cars. They’re talking about what’s selling and what’s coming next so they can prepare for the next episode.

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EV sales

"I'm preparing for the EV show this week and looking at the EV sales. So that data has finally come out which allows me to do some preparation for the EV show next week."

“EV sales” means how many electric cars people bought. When those numbers jump, it usually signals that more people are switching to electric and that more EVs will keep coming.

Brand

Apple MacBook

"I want to ask him about the Apple MacBook now and whether that's going to change the market in any way shape or form because it shocked me."

A MacBook is Apple’s laptop. The host is wondering if something about it could shift how people shop or how prices change in the tech market.

Brand

Samsung

"And as I started to do that grab you know Samsung high sense LG's pricing I realized I was creating a spreadsheet of the TV market for 2026."

Samsung is a company that makes TVs and other electronics. Here, they’re being used as one of the TV brands you can compare by price and features.

Brand

high sense

"And as I started to do that grab you know Samsung high sense LG's pricing I realized I was creating a spreadsheet of the TV market for 2026."

This likely refers to Hisense, another TV brand. They’re mentioned alongside other brands to compare TV prices and options.

Brand

LG

"And as I started to do that grab you know Samsung high sense LG's pricing I realized I was creating a spreadsheet of the TV market for 2026."

LG is a TV brand. In this episode, it’s one of the brands you’d pick when you want OLED TVs in certain sizes.

Term

OLEDs

"so I just want to see 65 to 74 inch TVs well there's 24 of those I only want to see OLEDs in that size range there's six of them I only want to see LG's there's three I want Samsung as well"

OLED is a type of TV screen where each tiny part can light up on its own. That usually makes the picture look especially good in dark scenes, which is why the host filters for it.

Term

RGB TV

"well I can't get an OLED because there's nothing available I can get one RGB TV which is exciting there's plenty of mini LEDs and so that allows me to narrow down what I want to buy"

“RGB” generally means red/green/blue color. The host is saying that if OLED isn’t available, they can still get a TV option that focuses on RGB color features.

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mini LEDs

"well I can't get an OLED because there's nothing available I can get one RGB TV which is exciting there's plenty of mini LEDs and so that allows me to narrow down what I want to buy"

Mini-LED is a kind of LCD TV backlight that uses lots of tiny lights. It can help the TV look better in dark scenes, but it’s not the same as OLED.

Concept

scrape the internet

"we now have best price I'm doing price updates as often as I can using AI again just to scrape the internet"

To “scrape the internet” means using a computer program to copy information from websites. Here, it’s used to keep TV prices updated automatically.

Term

local dimming

"I said well here's what I think of it and I typed that out so for that one I said great local dimming using mini LED backlighting and Samsung's signature quantum dot panel"

Local dimming means the TV can darken some areas of the screen while keeping other areas bright. That usually makes the picture look more contrasty and less washed out.

Term

quantum dot panel

"I said well here's what I think of it and I typed that out so for that one I said great local dimming using mini LED backlighting and Samsung's signature quantum dot panel"

Quantum dots are tiny particles inside the TV that help produce more vivid, accurate colors. The result is usually a more colorful picture, especially for reds and greens.

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mini LED backlighting

"I said well here's what I think of it and I typed that out so for that one I said great local dimming using mini LED backlighting and Samsung's signature quantum dot panel"

This is a way of lighting the TV screen from behind using lots of tiny LEDs. More tiny lights usually means the TV can make bright areas brighter and dark areas darker, with better contrast.

Term

hardwire dash cam

"uh Trevor just a quarry I've got I wanted to get a hardwire dash cam and I'm getting a new canopy fitted uh one hardwired front and rear but the back window on the canopies"

A hardwire dash cam is a dash camera that gets power from the car’s wiring instead of a plug-in adapter. Because it’s wired in, it can often keep recording or monitor the car even when you’re parked.

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tinted

"but the back window on the canopies tinted and my concern my issue was uh parking mode like that's just in cases you know"

Tinted windows are darker because they block some light. That can make a dash cam’s picture less clear, particularly at night or when it’s dark outside.

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parking mode

"my concern my issue was uh parking mode like that's just in cases you know whatever situation whether it's going to be able to be seen"

Parking mode is when the dash cam stays on (or wakes up) while your car is parked. It’s meant to record events like someone bumping your car, but it needs the right setup so it doesn’t kill your battery.

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window tint

"there's a law on how dark your window tint can be on the back window but for normal people when you install tinting uh on a window"

Window tint is a dark film you put on car glass. It can make it harder for cameras to see clearly, especially at night or in parking situations.

Term

rear camera

"once you get the car once you get the canopy uh sit in from the front seat and look out the back and go can I see out the back and remember the camera is going to be at one millimetre"

A rear camera is a camera on the back of the car that shows what’s behind you on a screen. If the glass is tinted, it can affect how clear the picture is.

Brand

Sony Starvers

"and what's that with Sony Starvers. Yes the dash the dash view 60R um is a great camera"

Sony is the brand of the camera being discussed. The speaker is specifically referencing a Sony model/series (“Starvers”), which matters because different Sony camera lines can have different sensor performance and mounting styles.

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barrel camera

"one of the reasons I love that camera is because it is a barrel camera so it doesn't have a screen that distracts you while you're driving"

A barrel camera is a small camera in a tube-like shape. It can be mounted on the car and usually doesn’t come with a screen right in your face.

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canopy

"...also remember that if that canopy is ever going to come off that that's a problem because the the cable is from the front all the way to the back it's one cable ... [777.6s] no not at all Hong Fong once it's on it's staying on"

A canopy here is a cover or housing where the camera wiring is routed. If you ever remove that cover, the cable run may have to be disconnected or reworked.

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2k

"...and the rear camera it's a 2k is it is that correct I think I think on that one it's 2k rear 4k front they've got there's another model they've got which is like depends on what quality you choose..."

“2K” is a measure of how sharp the rear camera image is. More resolution usually means clearer details, but it can also create bigger video files.

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4k

"...I think on that one it's 2k rear 4k front they've got there's another model they've got which is like depends on what quality you choose so essentially there's only so much uh ability to store..."

“4K” means the front camera records very high-detail video. But dash cams use small lenses and sensors, so the picture won’t look exactly like a movie camera.

Term

dash cams

"...which is plenty to be honest like I know 4k is great but 4k dash cams don't look like 4k television you know it's not like they're actually cinema cameras they're still tiny little lenses right um"

Dash cams are cameras mounted in a car that record what’s happening while you drive. Even with high resolution, the camera’s physical size and hardware limit how detailed the video can be.

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tiny little sensors

"...they're actually cinema cameras they're still tiny little lenses right um and tiny little sensors so you know there's only so much they can capture"

The sensor is the part of the camera that “sees” the light and turns it into the video image. Smaller sensors can mean less detail, especially in darker conditions.

Term

wired hardware at the battery

"...completely wired hardware at the battery and all that so it's on parking mode overnight and all that sort of thing..."

“Wired hardware at the battery” means the dash cam is hardwired directly to the vehicle’s electrical system rather than using a plug-in adapter. Hardwiring is often used to support parking mode and more reliable operation.

Term

airtight

"...and then put a silicon sealer like you would in a shower to fill the hole like it's not going to be a massive hole but just to make sure that it's airtight and water sealed around it..."

They’re trying to seal the hole so water and air can’t get in. If it’s not sealed well, rain can leak in and cause problems later.

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silicon sealer

"...and then put a silicon sealer like you would in a shower to fill the hole like it's not going to be a massive hole but just to make sure that it's airtight..."

They’re using silicone sealant to seal around the cable hole. That helps keep rainwater from getting inside the car.

Brand

Blackview

"...it was the brand called Blackview but they're they're over a thousand dollars..."

Blackview is a brand that makes dash cams. Here, they’re talking about buying one because it can use a SIM card so you can check your car remotely.

Term

sim card

"...I've got a Blackview in my car but the reason I did that was because I wanted one that I could put a sim card into so I can in real time..."

A SIM card lets the dash cam use the mobile network. That way it can send video or updates even when you’re away from the car.

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camera can see through the window

"bottom line if you can see through the window [931.7s] the camera can see through the window okay then yep alright then [935.9s] thank you so much for your advice and thank you no worries mate [940.0s] thanks for getting in touch good on you um yeah very soon I mean I know it's"

If the glass is very dark, the camera may not be able to “see” as well as you can. So the practical test is whether the camera image is clear enough through that window tint.

Term

blacked out

"some windows are much darker and on a on a rear canopy of [951.9s] a ute you could definitely have that basically blacked out so it really does [955.9s] it's a matter of sitting in the car and going if I can see out the camera"

“Blacked out” usually means the windows are tinted so they look very dark. That can make it harder for a camera to capture a clear picture.

Term

in-car hands free

"[1075.2s] use it's always going to look good true true true you'll want to have to think correct [1079.4s] are we um are we on your in-car hands free [1084.1s] uh we're on the bike yeah I'm in a truck"

“In-car hands free” means you can talk on your phone without holding it. The car uses a microphone and speakers so you can keep your hands on the wheel.

Brand

iPhone 16e

"[1119.4s] hello mate you enjoyed the rest of your day cheers buddy thank you [1123.3s] good on you rig thank you so much Greg there uh he got his iPhone 16e"

“iPhone 16e” is Apple’s smartphone mentioned by the speaker. The episode segment is focused on phone features (like camera settings and storage impact), which can matter for car-related use like recording calls or using hands-free audio.

Brand

ASUS

"never a better time to talk to the great Bradley Howe from ASUS in Australia here today Bradley how are you mate"

ASUS is a company that makes electronics like laptops. Here, they’re talking about ASUS laptop products and why the brand is launching new models.

Brand

the duo

"a couple of weeks ago maybe a month ago you uh you kind of launched formally the duo um and the Zephyrus duo"

“The Duo” is ASUS’s line of laptops designed around a dual-screen setup. The conversation treats it as a premium, high-end product.

Brand

ZenBook duo

"...and then to have the ZenBook duo evolve so much over the years into the latest device that we did launch..."

“ZenBook Duo” is a type of ASUS laptop that has two screens. It’s meant to make multitasking easier because you can keep more than one app visible at the same time.

Brand

Zephyrus duo

"...and now the Zephyrus duo which is you know two 16 inch OLED displays on an amazingly powerful device..."

“Zephyrus Duo” is an ASUS laptop with two screens. In this episode they’re highlighting that it uses OLED screens and is meant to be a more powerful, premium machine.

Term

OLED displays

"...the Zephyrus duo which is you know two 16 inch OLED displays on an amazingly powerful device..."

OLED is a type of screen technology where each pixel lights up on its own. That usually means better contrast and darker-looking blacks than older display types.

Concept

take it for just a 10 minute drive

"you can do all the research in the world but until you sit in and go oh the seat is actually comfortable or take it for just a 10 minute drive even though it's great value it doesn't matter until you've done that last thing so you can decide"

Reading reviews and looking at specs can’t tell you how a car feels in your body. A short drive helps you find out if it’s comfortable and easy to live with.

Concept

great value

"you can do all the research in the world but until you sit in and go oh the seat is actually comfortable or take it for just a 10 minute drive even though it's great value it doesn't matter until you've done that last thing so you can decide"

In cars, “value” isn’t only about the price tag. It’s about whether the car actually feels right and meets your needs when you try it.

Term

Microsoft Flight Simulator

"...two big OLED screens that are now able to run you know Microsoft Flight Simulator and then you throw in just"

Microsoft Flight Simulator is a program that lets you “fly” in a realistic way on a computer. It’s a good test of how powerful your device is.

Term

joystick

"...and then you throw in just a nice joystick and you've got a solid gaming experience"

A joystick is a controller you move with your hand to control what happens on screen. It’s often used in games that need fine steering or movement.

Term

gaming rig

"...at night when you've got that time aside you can really powerful you've got a really powerful gaming rig that no compromise whatsoever."

A gaming rig is basically a powerful computer made for games. It means the device can run demanding games without struggling.

Term

memory and storage

"...there's more demand for memory and storage than there is supply and that's putting pressure on prices. We've seen it a little bit in some places"

Memory and storage are what a device uses to work and to save files. If there’s not enough supply for what people want, the cost can go up.

Term

hard drive

"so whatever amount of RAM or memory or hard drive you want is going to be the same price pressure across the brand"

A hard drive is where your device stores files and apps. Faster storage usually helps things load quicker.

Term

RAM

"so whatever amount of RAM or memory or hard drive you want is going to be the same price pressure across the brand"

RAM is like your device’s scratch pad for running apps. If you have more RAM, it can usually juggle more things at the same time more smoothly.

Topic

retail environment

"so you know making sure you stand out in a retail environment is key at the moment for sure [1835.5s] now speaking of standing out in a retail environment"

They’re discussing how stores try to get people to notice and buy their products. If there are lots of options, good marketing helps customers choose.

Brand

MacBook Air

"a product but they have a unique ability to say something like [1854.8s] the MacBook Air is the best selling laptop in the world"

They bring up the MacBook Air as an example of a product Apple talks about confidently. The takeaway is that marketing can sound simple even when the market is more complicated.

Brand

Dell

"don't realise that [1862.5s] ASUS, HP, Dell, whoever all the other brands"

Dell is another laptop brand. They’re saying there are many brands besides the one being highlighted in marketing.

Brand

HP

"don't realise that [1862.5s] ASUS, HP, Dell, whoever all the other brands"

HP is another company that makes laptops. The point is that there are multiple brands competing, so it’s not one-size-fits-all.

Brand

MacBook Neo

"but I've got to tell you I was blown away by the announcement of the MacBook Neo [1886.4s] earlier this year for Apple to come into the price point"

They’re talking about a new Apple laptop model aimed at a lower price. The idea is that cheaper options can change what people expect from the market.

Concept

price point

"for Apple to come into the price point [1890.2s] of under a thousand dollars on a laptop"

A “price point” just means the price level a product is trying to sell at. Changing that price can make other brands respond because customers compare options.

Concept

shock waves through the laptop market

"it sent shock waves through the laptop market because there's great products [1898.2s] under a thousand dollars"

They’re using a dramatic phrase to say the launch could really shake up the market. The idea is that other companies might have to react if customers suddenly want cheaper options.

Concept

compromise

"but most of the time it feels [1902.2s] like it's a compromise in some way you're going down in process or you're going to Chromebook"

They mean that cheaper products often trade off something. You might get a lower price, but you may lose some features or quality.

Brand

Chromebook

"you're going down in process or you're going to Chromebook [1906.1s] and while Chromebooks are awesome they're not for everyone"

A Chromebook is a laptop that runs on ChromeOS, usually focused on web-based apps. They’re saying it’s not the right choice for everyone.

Concept

pivot

"...making sure you've got that depth in your product portfolio to be able to pivot to something else where required..."

A pivot is when a company changes what it’s focusing on. If the market changes, they adjust so they can still sell something people want.

Brand

VivoBook

"...whether it be like you mentioned Chromebook into the VivoBook or into our premium ZenBook range..."

VivoBook is a line of laptops from ASUS. They mention it as one of the options they can move between when changing products.

Brand

ROG Xbox Alloy

"...so obviously the ROG Xbox Alloy is our most recent iteration of device and that's where we've really enjoyed a lot of success..."

This name refers to a gaming device they’re selling. “ROG” is ASUS’s gaming brand, and they’re saying this is their newest handheld.

Term

seroluminum

"[2024.6s] buying the products and your job is to use things like seroluminum and stuff like [2029.1s] that to attract that attention so because I've noticed from seroluminum is a great example"

They’re talking about a special material called “seroluminum.” They say it feels like stone when you touch it, and that the unique feel helps the product stand out so people notice it more and enjoy using it.

Topic

tax time

"[2111.5s] six to eight weeks away from tax time so I'm assuming the next five [2115.5s] to six weeks there's going to be some specials and stuff is that how the market reacts"

They’re referring to the time of year when taxes are due. They think stores will run deals around then because more people are shopping or planning purchases.

Concept

NBN connection

"so I've had a few issues with my NBN connection recently I was [with Aussie broadband no no problems with them whatsoever it's more actually the NBN network itself we have seemed to have a lot of outages]"

NBN is Australia’s big internet network that many homes connect to. If you hear about “NBN outages,” it means the internet service can go down or slow down for a while.

Company

Aussie broadband

"so I've had a few issues with my NBN connection recently I was [with Aussie broadband no no problems with them whatsoever it's more actually the NBN network itself we have seemed to have a lot of outages]"

Aussie Broadband is a company that provides internet service to homes. The speaker is saying the service provider was fine, but the underlying NBN network was having outages.

Term

Starlink

"started looking at options obviously Starlink was one of the options a little bit more expensive but I've ended up on"

Starlink is an internet service that uses satellites in the sky instead of cables. People look at it when they can’t get great internet from traditional providers.

Term

Telstra 5G internet NBN

"the Telstra 5G internet NBN which is I think $85 a month it only gives you one"

They’re talking about home internet from Telstra that uses 5G wireless. It’s connected to the NBN setup, but it’s delivered more like a mobile-style connection than a cable-only one.

Term

data limit

"gigabyte of data that will be the only sort of caveat I think after you reach your data limit it drops down to $25 down yes there's very rare NBN plans that have any sort of limit"

A data limit is how much internet data you’re allowed to use each month. After you use it up, the service may slow down or change the cost.

Term

modem

"it actually it hasn't missed a beat since I installed that new modem I just went into the sales to shop and you know did it in person got the modem"

A modem is the box that connects your home to the internet service. It’s what your internet provider uses to get the signal into your house.

Term

HFC

"while it works it's great but we're on the hybrid character here. I was just going to say what technology you're on so you're on the HFC the old foxtail cable."

HFC is a type of internet connection that uses fiber for part of the route and regular cable for the final stretch to your home. If the cable is old or damaged, it can cause problems.

Term

foxtail cable

"so you're on the HFC the old foxtail cable. Yeah that's right so I don't know whether you know there's a bit of you know that cabling's a bit old or there's"

“Foxtail cable” is an old-style cable used for some internet connections. If it’s aging or got water damage, your internet can get unreliable.

Term

5G

"you've already left the NBN connection you're on the 5G and there's no drama there"

5G is a fast wireless internet connection using cell towers. They’re saying it’s working smoothly compared with the other internet service.

Term

churn

"If people are leaving the network because of outages they surely know that they're surely seeing the churn on the network so they probably need to look into it. Yeah our next door labels work from home as well"

In telecom, “churn” means customers leaving a service provider and switching to another. The hosts use it to argue that widespread dissatisfaction with outages is causing people to abandon the network.

Concept

Google Photos

"yeah okay so so let Google photos manage my photo correct download the app agree to all the bloody circumstances and then your biggest decision though is am I am I going to spend money on my photo library"

Google Photos is an app for storing and organizing your pictures. It can group and search your photos by what’s in them, so you can quickly find things like motorbike photos without manually sorting everything.

Concept

Google cloud storage

"but if you pay a little bit for Google's cloud storage it will then take it will keep them all in original form"

Cloud storage is online space for your files. Here, the idea is that if you pay for it, your photos stay at their original quality instead of being compressed.

Term

original quality

"it will then take it will keep them all in original form and so if you wanted to make a big poster probably not big enough and good enough"

Original quality means your photos are saved in their full detail, not squished smaller. That helps if you want to print them or make something big like a poster.

Term

500cc's

"because now I'm seeing photos from when I was in in Sweden at the 500cc's there I found photos of my mum's pub"

“500cc” is a way of describing how big a motorcycle’s engine is. Bigger cc usually means a larger engine, and in racing it can also indicate a bike class.

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