EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle
Trevor Long
Updated 1 day 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 (423)
Your Tech Life #353 - Netflix adds downloads, Radio gets streaming, ACCC smacks down the banks and more news and info this week in tech
This week I'll take your calls on Broadband, NBN and Card Skimming plus look at Netflix's move to downloads while 250 Aussie Radio stations move to streaming together in one app. The ACCC rules against the banks in their fight with Apple, Battery Saving tips from Trev, the JIMU robot for kids and kids at heart, Federal Government funding new mobile towers, Gumtree's christmas GIveaway - Facebook's new games and House of Marley's Big Bag of Riddim!
Your Tech Life #352 - Sending Cards via the Internet, keeping kids active, a new Taxi app tested, Google VR and more!
The Cab's reckon they've upped their game with the new 13CABS app - I've tested it and will tell you how it goes, Audi selling Tablets? $1800 each? I'll explain - don't worry. Plantronics have new colours for their Backbeat FIT headphones, Google's VR is amazing - like, seriously awesome, Gumtree wants us buying second hand this christmas, I review a $599 drone that can follow you, talk Wall mounting TVs and two great interviews from my radio show where we learn about Aussie Startups offering card postage services and a device to get kids active and still play online in games!
Your Tech Life #351 - the Best Awards for 2016 plus Nintendo, LG phones Apple Pay and a great game!
The EFTM Best Awards have been decided for 2016, I'll run you through them all focussing on the tech awards of course! Lots of surprises in there too! Plus I'll tell you all about the Nintendo Entertainment System, the LG V20 smartphone - Apple Pay's expansion to loads more banks but probably not yours and F1 2016 is now available on iOS!
Your Tech Life #350 - Hillary's email problem - explained. Plus Drones, Apple v Microsoft and Ring Video Doorbell
Loads of continual talk about Hillary Clinton's private email server, but what is it - why was it created and why is that a problem. Plus why hacking is easy if you find the right target. I also discuss Drone delays and the Mavic v GoPro and just what's happening with Microsoft and Apple - its this the battle on again? And I talk to the founder of the Ring Video Doorbell.
Your Tech Life #349 - Census Fail explained to the Senate, Ring Video Doorbell review and talking to Kodak, Facebook and Uber!
This week talking Census after ABS & IBM big wigs fronted up to Senate Estimates - what did we learn? I've reviewed the Video Doorbell from Ring, discuss my views on the Lenovo YogaBook, wondering about Google Pixel advertising in your area, the number of connected devices you have at home and I'll bring you interviews with Kodak, Facebook and Uber! Huge show
Your Tech Life #348 - Samsung dramas continue with more devices on fire, Sony releases Xperia XZ in Australia and Pixel hits too
It's a busy time for mobile again with the new Sony Xperia XZ hitting Australia at $999, the Google Pixel launching up against Apple and Samsung, but worryingly for Samsung the Note 7 is dead, replacement devices have been catching fire causing them to be stopped from sale and returned - no formal recall, but as good as from Samsung's perspective. Trev's thoughts on Fox Sports innovative app, the washable keyboard, FIFA 17 and Garmin's new activity tracker for kids.
Your Tech Life #347 - Facebook goes all in on buy and sell, Foxtel kills Presto, Experience Dementia in VR and much more news
Facebook goes all in on the buy-swap-sell with the launch of Facebook Marketplace on mobile, what's it mean for eBay and Gumtree? Foxtel has killed Presto and announced a relaunch of Foxtel Play at new lower prices, Drone crashes can happen to the pros too, Laser's all in one audio player for all your tapes and records, Experience Dementia via VR to help carers and families cope and understand, and Shedd - too late to market?
Your Tech Life #346 - Drone Wars at peak with DJI and GoPro head to head, electric bikes a thing? Lost school clothes no more?
DJI has announced a new drone that goes head to head with GoPros recently announced Karma so what's good and what's different? Who wins that battle? I talk to GoPro about their new cameras and drone. Dyson has air purifying fans with app control, I speak to one of their Engineers about that. Plus electric bikes - what are they good for? Well I had an interesting experience riding one, loved it! Spotify goes Daily with personal playlists, a one-off Lamborghini on show in Sydney much much more
Your Tech Life #345 - I rode in a self-driving car, GoPro finally announces it's drone plus a bit and the iPhone is out
I was lucky enough to sit in a self-driving car as it rode the streets of detroit - daunting, but awesome - so this week I discuss what that means for the future of cars, transport and mobility. Plus the iPhone 7 is out, what's it like first impressions count right? GoPro finally announce their drone that is more than just a drone the Karma I'll discuss that, and we'll look at how much money is lying around in our homes as unused items ready to sell and revisit the Eccho Me app which is now called Echofied - all that and more this week!
Your Tech Life #344 - Live from IFA Berlin talking all the new gadgets plus Samsungs Woes Apples Plans and More
Live from Berlin thanks to Sony I'll run you through all the cool stuff happening at IFA from Sony, Samsung, Lenovo, Yuneec and more - plus we'll talk to Sony about their Audio range and just how they plan to market headphones worth $3000. Apple has an event next week, I'll be there, Samsung has some Note 7 Woes and Star Wars Fans rejoice! The Force Band is real from Sphero
Your Tech Life #343 - Cyborg Rights? We discuss. Plus all the tech news and your tech calls
Should the government ensure the rights of Cyborgs are protected? Serious question - I'll discuss - with a Cyborg. Plus A gold medallist and her tech, your calls on Telstra and WiFi range, Playstation VR there to test at Westfield, Netgear's new WiFi solution called Orbi - Facebook is stalking you or have you just given it more info than you thought? and Telstra and Optus' new deals for streaming
Your Tech Life #342 - Census Fail continued, an interesting chat about scale and planning plus loads of your calls
A couple of Uni Students built a website that could handle more than four times the traffic the ABS expected, I chat to one of them and I think you'll enjoy the relaxed passion of our chat. Plus, Paralells for Mac updated with new features, Vaya with a new low-cost plan, English Premier League online under it's first big test, IP Camera safety in your home and calls calls calls helping you wiht your tech issues.
Your Tech Life #341 - Census Fail - what went wrong and what next? Plus your tech calls this week.
The Census is a complete failure. The single system built to do a single task failed it's very important test. $10,000,000 was spent on the system and to test it would work. It didn't and we should demand questions. Plus, your calls on PVRs, Apple TV, iPhones and I discuss Instagram Stories and GT Academy
Your Tech Life #340 - Ranting about the big banks, iPhone explosions and Apps to check the cost of your car
This week I unleash on the big banks who are showing no respect to Aussie consumers by trying to band together to block Apple Pay.. Bloke who crashed his mountain bike had his iPhone explode and burn his leg - frightening stuff, I discuss that, plus MoneySmart Cars helping you understand the total cost of ownership of your next car - the Vodafone roaming offer for Prepaid customers and we'll discuss Windows vs Mac
Your Tech Life #339 - Windows 10 clock is ticking, F1 2016 preview, Aussie Telcos rated and Screen Time for kids
Time is running out to get Windows 10 for free and when you do there's a great Anniversary update coming on August 2 for Windows 10. I dusted off the race seat and got a chance to play with a preview edition of F1 2016 coming out in August, I've got some preliminary results from my Mobile Phone User Survey and I want to discuss Screen Time for kids - is it good, is it bad? Plus your calls to help with any tech question you have.
Your Tech Life #338 - My 600th Podcast! Thanks!! Talking car-sharing and saving money on parking and the future of garden gear!
My 600th podcast, thanks for your loyalty or thanks for joining me! This week talking NBN with callers as well as your browser favourites - plus we talk car-sharing and saving money on parking at the airport with Car-Sharing service Carhood and how Ford is partnering with them. Husqvarna's future vision for a high tech world and my national mobile phone user survey - take part!
Your Tech Life #337 - New Fetch TV boxes, How to watch the English Premier League and your calls
Tech news of the week, including the new Fetch TV Mini and Mighty and just what's new with them - how to watch the English Premier League with the new Optus deal, the Lorna and Bel connected Smart handbag for the ladies, why Qantas is asking you to be careful with your mobile phone when flying Business Class , plus your calls on Foxtel guide, NBN, how to wire your home, Fetch TV and Much more
Your Tech Life #336 - PC Buying Advice and the depths of innovation in Engineering at Dyson
This week I chat to an engineer at Dyson about the super secret work they're doing - they're probably the most secretive company in the world - not even Apple can match them, plus I talk to Intel about PC Buying advice as the End of Financial year smashes forward. plus we've got pricing on Samsung's Gear 360, the Netatmo Weather Station Review, Huawei P9 reviewed at a cracking price, Telstra's Smart Home and your calls on Websites, Emails, Domain names and Windows 10 using Movie Maker
Your Tech Life #335 - Google's got you covered on Election Day, plus keeping safe online
Keep safe online folks - because Australia is one of the most at-risk countries in the world! We'll talk Cyber Security this week - plus, how Google has you covered on election day for voting and snacks:) The EFTM Battery for you:) Bose stunning new QC35 headphones and the Smart Seats at the footy.. Plus, your calls
Your Tech Life #334 - Live from San Francisco, Gadgets this week, news this week and Apple's WWDC
Not just Apple, this week I want to tell you about the Samsung Galaxy TabPro S 4G, the Catalyst Apple Watch case, GoFar the driving efficiency device, Lexar's MicroSD reader for iPhone and iPad, the Phantom 4 drone reviewed, XBox has two new consoles coming - details on that, plus all the news from Apple at WWDC
Your Tech Life #333 - Latest in smart lighting from Philips, iPhone 7 rumours and all your calls and questions
Philips have launched their new Hue smart light system which offers faster responsiveness and Siri integration I've installed it and tell you all about it , iPhone 7 rumours abound so lets start cutting through them, Dashcams reviewed, Razer's amazing ultrabook, Sony's Hear.in headphones, Apple Pay drama untrue and your calls!
Your Tech Life #332 - A 15 year old about to take the trip of a lifetime, Facebook team support and more
This week I chat to a 15 year old who has been selected to take the trip of a lifetime which could set him up for life in his career, an inspiration and great role model for young kids. Plus Telstra's $25 rebate for the ADSL/NBN outage, Facebook's team support feature for your profile picture, Facebook LIVE streaming via your Drone, the Kogan Network goes 4G and your calls on Microsoft Excel and Telstra.
Your Tech Life #331 - Photography tips for Vivid, ANZ and Apple Pay, Innovative lighting from Dyson
Harvey Norman steps up online retail a gear with same-day delivery and three hour delivery windows, the NBN Raids by the AFP and taking the crappy politics out of what is a crime, robots from Deakin University and Telstra offering a real hope for remote and regional health-care, the Gran Turimso next generation finally coming in November, the Shark detecting smart Bouys off Bondi from an Aussie company, Telstra's net woes, and we speak to ANZ boss about Apple Pay, to A Canon Master photographer about Vivid and Jake Dyson about his innovative lighting.
Your Tech Life #330 - Jim wants a simple phone, Chip Foose visits Australia, Reviews, calls and all the week's news
Jim saw me on TV and wanted to get a new phone, so I'll help him this week, plus I catch up with Legendary Automotive Designer Chip Foose in Australia with 3M Automotive, your calls on bugs, drones, blue ray, iCloud and more, plus $99 smartphones, 4K Blu Ray, the Laws of Cricket and much more...
Your Tech Life #329 - Channel 7 Goes HD, with a catch, NBN drama likely, Huawei's P9 and more!
Back from a few days in Bali with Huawei looking at the new P9 with leica camera, we're covering the new 7HD channel which might not be quite what you wanted, plus Dick Smith is back online as of now, NBN could be delayed if Labor gets its way, Samsung beats Panasonic to the punch with 4K Blu Ray, Vaya's price beat guarantee and LG's G5 Smartphone - plus your calls on Printing, Crowdfunding and Fitness trackers.