EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle
Trevor Long
Updated 5 days agoWe're getting back to basics, talking technology, taking your calls and your questions about technology, talking to industry leaders about their companies across cars, tech and lifestyle products. Email Trev via the EFTM Website or send an SMS 0477 657 657
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Episodes (417)
018 - Bike Pollution
Would you pay for higher definition catch-up TV services? The Audi RS5 has been in the garage and Bowen has his thoughts on it, the amazing MotionMount TV wall mount from Vogel's - being a Stay at home Dad and Geoff's life change coming. The annoying traits we have at home, the huge chicken shortage in the UK at KFC, Geoff's fishing experience, Bike sharing services and the pollution vs convenience plus the problem of farting on planes and our upcoming trips!
017 - It's a boy!
Elon Musk's Mars mission gets it's first test flight, we discuss this loopy bloke and his rocket plans, Bowen takes a look at the new Ford Ranger Raptor, Trev goes to Rome to see what Samsung is planning and takes in the sights on the back of a Vespa while Bowen sees what Bangkok is like and Geoff has his concerns. Meanwhile Geoff tastes some crazy expensive Champagne, Trev has issues with school function but gets interrupted by the loose cannon and a very important announcement....
016 - Apple HomePod Review
Our exclusive review of the all-new Apple HomePod - the boys discuss everything from the sound to the smarts of this $499 new Apple device. Winter Olympics - does anyone care? Is the problem we are a summer nation? South Australia's bold power plan with solar for 50,000 homes creating a virtual power station - but what's the catch? Driving the Ford Escape mini SUV, The process of buying a car - what's it like and just how do people afford it. Geoff's found the ultimate WiFi range extender and has a stupid story of the week.
015 - Where the Oceans meet
No more grid girls at the F1 - what an outrage! The boys discuss this, plus the all new Stinger GT is in the driveway. How can you track your sleep with gadgets and gizmos, the worry Geoff has about lane filtering bikes, Fetch TV adds discovery channel - Bowen is doing an F45 diet challenge and it sounds horrible, Trev is intrigued by Airport signs, Elon Musk is selling flamethrowers but what does it mean for Tesla, Geoff's mad Ocean theory, texting the wrong person and Geoff's activewear.
014 - Shower curtains are stupid
The boys are at it again, discussing Amazon Alexa and Google Home and now even Apple's HomePod. There's BMW's in the garage and the M2 seems to be impressing them all, but something about BMW is annoying Trevor. What is the deal with Bath/Shower combos in Hotel rooms and while we are at it, why would you have a shower curtain! A smart new device to turn your air conditioner into a smart home controlled device, the sensational Audi SQ7, Geoff's Zoo visit and Babies at the tennis!
013 - Viva Las Vegas
We're in Las Vegas for the annual CES - Geoff, Chris and Trevor talk about the trip, the car rental experience, the road to Las Vegas - plus they pick their favourite things at CES and talk about a few gripes we have with the USA....
SPECIAL: EFTM LIVE SHOW at CES LAS VEGAS
All the news and info from CES in Las Vegas covering cars, tech, gadgets and a whole lot of fun in between
011 - Listeners abusing Geoff
Geoff cops a hammering from the audience this week, as we discuss the Apple Battery dramas, Lewis Hamilton's social media PC fail - holiday hot spots and favourites, the Kia Carnival and the stigma that shouldn't be, the drama with Banks and transferring money from bank to bank and Geoff's crappy story of the week.
010 - STAR WARS SPOILER ALERT and Chivalry is dead
It's official, Chivalry is dead so just how are men and women getting together these days? Geoff takes a look at some new Nokia Health gadgets, a look at the new Star Wars movie with a massive spoiler included - the Ozziest 100 from Triple M and why its the best thing ever, our new Aussie cop cars and their resale value, Geoff's complete and utter lack fo general knowledge and some other crazy stuff this week too!
009 - Going Viral
Oh my lord, the drama over the new Holden Commodore, how Trev and EFTM went viral and what we think of Holden's plans for the new Commodore. Chicks on the job - what's your reaction when a woman comes to your place as a tradie? Bitcoin - are you in, out or no interest at all - Trev's views and investment strategy, Eurovision or Globalvision? Cyclists and the crazy idea to get rid of helmet laws, the HSC and how we all went at school. Driving the McLaren 570s, Fake Penguins at a China Zoo and Geoff's hatred of Hamish and Andy.
008 - Our invite to the Royal Wedding
The three boys are back, Trevor, Geoff and Chris discussing all things rubbish, including Amazon's plans for Australia - Bowen's horrid Spanish experience, The Robot Vacuum that sees all, the Royal Wedding and is Harry batting above his average, plus your questions on Fuel Economical cars, Voicebyte Feedback, Trev's drinking habits, Milo in Australia and your iTunes reviews.... we've got it all - except some
007 - Geoff's Back - Bowen's gone missing - Top 100 Controversy!
This week Trevor and Geoff discuss the EFTM Best Awards and run through some of the winners as we look back on a big year in Tech, Cars and Lifestyle. Geoff's driving the Volvo XC60 and it's a stunner - we discuss the baggage carousel lottery every time you fly, the lost sub and the North Korean defector, the fake news about Amazon launching in Australia and the controversial decision to move the Triple J Hottest 100 - do we care??
006 - Quattromani might not be back
Chris and Trevor have driven from Brisbane to the Barossa, 4 days without Geoff and it's been great. This week we discuss the Kia Stinger, Home Security cameras, the number of holes in a straw, a full review of the Tesla Road Trip, Stupid share bikes and Geoff being a heartless prick
005 - The Winner is......
Is anyone missing Geoff yet? This week we look into the newest addition to Bowen's smart home - the Garage Door... Trevor explains the pros and cons of Foxtel Now and the new Foxtel Now Box and why Foxtel is dudding their best customers. What's the rule regarding street parking outside your house? Bowen has a rant. How much Vegemite is too much? Trevor has a rant, plus the new technology in Emirates First Class as spoken by two plane snobs, where you watch your Netflix and the rules of the bathroom - plus the all important vote result!
004 - Watering Geoff's Vine
Talking cars as Bowen looks at the Holden Astra and Trev the Kia Optima, Geoff talks Gaming as the Xbox One X hits stores and Call of Duty WWII launches. Why the hell is Geoff parading around Sydney Harbour on a multi-million dollar yacht? On a freeway - what is the speed you drive consistently? Do you trust the speedo, GPS or what? F1 season is almost over and Trev's lashed out on something the boys just can't appreciate. Bowen's photography tips, The Melbourne Cup and hatred thereof, and our Upcoming road trip!
003 - The Great Burger debate of 2017, Classic Cars, Halloween abuse and the iPhone X
Just what are Google thinking with their burger recipe? Madness - Does Cheese go on top of the beef or under it? Geoff talks a walk through car heaven in Gosford, we listen to your show feedback and questions, Bowen gets abused over Halloween lollies and Trev has the iPhone X and shares it with Geoff and Bowen - Plus why the hell is Geoff into Chia seeds....
002 - Coffee Snobs and our Best Awards
This week Geoff, Chris and Trevor take some time to discuss some of the upcoming EFTM Best awards, nominations in Wireless Sound, Innovation and Small car. Plus The NBN dramas after the 4Corners story, BBQ lifestyle and the expensive options out there - tell us what you think, tweet us #EFTM or send a VoiceByte with #EFTM.
001 - Geoff's just picking up the dregs
This week we farewell car manufacturing from Australia as Holden shuts down, plus we talk about the Voice assistants taking over our homes and just if there's any real need for them. The boys are fat, and need to lose weight, so the show kicks off a Fitbit challenge, Bowen's driving the stunning Lexus LC 500 V8 and we talk about the hype that is Tesla and in a segment unlikely to make the second episode we talk about what's up in the coming week! Mixed in with some fun, some laughs and some outright controversy - this is The EFTM Podcast
Your Tech Life #378 - Some news.... lend me your ear
After eight years, 378 episodes, more than 13 days of total shows to listen to - This is it, it's time for a change... I've got news, but it can't be summed up in a short snappy text - tune in, give me 23 minutes of your life and I'll explain all...
Your Tech Life #377 - A Dyson Car - wouldn't that suck? But it's happening plus your calls and questions on tech!
This week's show looks at the Dyson "Car" what it is, and will it suck? Plus the new Apple watch and why it's a game changer - your calls on NBN issues, experiences, getting contacts from old phones and even trekking in Nepal - we've got tech covered!
Your Tech Life #376 - The best of IFA, great data deals, Dyson CEO and your calls
This episode, Trevor talks his best of IFA show including the Lenovo Jedi Challenges AR headset, the Jooki kids Jukebox - plus talking about the amazing data deals on offer across telcos, an interview with Dyson's global CEO, and talking Cyber Security awareness with Trend Micro and your calls on NBN and WiFi and more.
Your Tech Life #375 - Unplugged, Recorded LIVE in Central Park New York
In New York for Samsung's Unpacked Note 8 announcement, I took some time out and sat in Central Park to record this short unplugged look at some of the tech news of the last week - talking about rental bikes in big cities, comparing New York to Shenzhen, Officeworks brings the iPhone 6 out of retirement to create the best iPhone deal ever in Australia, NBN full year financial results and ACCC telco advertising recommendations, Vodafone is tearing up contracts with a new approach to plans and phones, The Nokia 8 takes a new approach to cameras, Rev Head Heaven for gamers and the Qantas Facebook scams - all covered this week thanks to Garmin, Alcatel and Trend Micro!
Your Tech Life #374 - Google Wifi Review, Talking Ransomware - NBN with Amaysim and taking your calls
Bumper episode this week, talking Ransomware with Trend Micro, talking to Amaysim about their NBN offering and just how the market is treating NBN today, my review of Google Wifi and your calls on Dual SIM phones, Garage Door Openers, NBN, and Gmail - all happening this week thanks to Garmin, Alcatel and Trend Micro.
Your Tech Life #373 - JBL knows how to Party, Xbox warning for parents, iPhone 8 Rumours and your tech calls
Got a tech question? Trev is here to help, drop him a line and he'll answer your question on any topic. This week talking NBN, Mobile Phones and Smart home technology - plus the latest tech news including Xbox privacy setting warning for parents, iPhone rumours, the new Tesla Model 3 and a reflection on just how big JBL is globally..
Your Tech Life #372 - Cutting the cord, Leaving Foxtel (kinda), Augmented Reality to blow your mind and your tech calls
Taking your tech calls, Trevor Long with Episode 372 thanks to Garmin, Trend Micro and Alcatel/Blackberry - this week talks about cutting the Foxtel cord and switching to streaming - the new Sony Xperia XZ Premium and how sweet it is, an Augmented Reality demo that gives us a glimpse of what's to come, ARLO Baby from Netgear is the ultimate baby monitor, plus I call Australia's Next Tech Blogger winner and take your calls on Grey Nomads and internet - and a curious Apple TV issue