EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle
Trevor Long
Updated 4 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)
Tech solutions, feedback and questions - we're all learning!
On this week's show, thanks to Swann Security, we hear a solution to a wireless networking issue that plagued a previous caller - he's back with what solved it all. Plus Max is son of the year, helping Dad with his hearing by testing Apple's Hearing Aid feature. Mike loves his Samsung Galaxy Fold, shares his thoughts, and John is stuck looking for a product that might not exist. Get in touch any time, Text or WhatsApp 0477 657 657
The Aussie doing car design on the world stage + your calls!
Talkback technology and interesting interviews - that's the new label for this show:). SO get in touch - 0477 657 657 if you want to chat Tech! This week calls on TVs, Travel and kids phones - one I might need your help with! And I catch up with Ford's Todd Willing, GLOBAL head of design - with a great story as Ford celebrates 100 years in Australia!
We got Karin a phone! And more problems solved!
Looking for portable chargers for the kids, one caller had a great solution - but can't find them again. TV Buying advice - with a good budget, should you get the most expensive? We got Karin a phone! The LEGENDS at Uniden were quick smart in getting a replacement landline device, but Trev's still confused. Banking ideas, and follow up on someone with a TV Warranty issue.
Lost Excel files FOUND and more listener feedback
Australia - frankly The World's only Talkback Podcast - taking your calls on tech issues, questions and concerns. Got a question? text or WhatsApp 0477 657 657 This week we're getting feedback from previous callers who had issues with Excel and Kogan. Plus we talk about Sonos for your home and Conferencing hardware for the office. And a fascinating Apple Care question, plus Wifi Woes.
Apple's remarkable Hearing feature plus your calls
Apple has released it's hearing health update in Australia which turns Apple AirPods Pro 2 into a device that can be used to perform a clinically validated Hearing test, and the AirPods into hearing aids. Trev has an exclusive chat with two senior Apple executives. Plus we talk to you about your tech questions - get in touch 0477 657 657 via sms or whatsapp. This week mobile plans for the Apple watch and possible money savings, issues with a landline in the bush, Hisense TV woes and Windows update questions
Big Screens from LG launch for 2025! Plus changing NBN providers
This week we sit down with Tony Brown from LG and talk about their 2025 TV range - some big big screens, but also some of the best looking TVs on the market. Questions from listeners about internet access while cruising - not an easy one for Trev to answer. Finding a better NBN deal - what's required when you change telcos? And a problem with a lost Excel file - could this mean issues in the marriage? Get in touch with your tech questions, 0477 657 657
Telstra's efforts to stop more scams and your tech talk calls!
This week we're taking your tech talkback calls so get in touch by sending an SMS to 0477 657 657 with your tech question. We're talking testing mobile networks to find out which one suits you best, problems with the Kogan Aura ring for one buyer We look at phones for the elderly, and a regular talks about the F1 in Melbourne. Resolution for Sue through Telstra and we talk to Telstra about their new anti-scam call program alerting users to potential scam calls.
Great customer service is all it takes folks...
Worrying Windows Warning messages - what to do? That's a question posed this week by one of our callers - you can be on the show, get in touch with any tech questions or feedback 0477 657 657 Also, feedback on the Laser Android Auto dongle from Stephen. One caller wonders about disposing of old printers. Sue has Telstra issues we'd love to get her some help with, and David has feedback on his TV issue from a few weeks back.
A follow up with Sue re Optus and Aspera - Plus talking payments with Mastercard
This week we talk all things payments with Mastercard and how they are changing the way we stay secure online and in store with new card options like - a card with no numbers! Trust me, it will make sense. We talk to a man with a Foggy looking TV picture from a brand new TV - what on earth is going on there! And we chat to SUE from last week to see how her problems with a DORO phone have been resolved... It's all happening this week! Get in touch any time, 0477 657 657!
Tech Trends for 2025 - no surprises here!
This week we talk Tech Trends with Sash Vrgleski from HP - how much AI is enough? never enough, and how workspaces are changed forever. Callers this week question the viability of Hubbl, rightly so, and wonder about 5G vs NBN. Meanwhile can a camera detect fire? and how to get a 4G phone working, that won't work after 3G Switch off - a frustrating issue that will possibly anger you too!
Lost WhatsApp messages, Laptops in endless loops - here to help!
Android Auto is cool, but wireless Android auto is better! But how do you make that happen and what's reliable? We come up with suggestions and one caller is going to test one out. An endless boot loop after a software upgrade, nasty. Can you stream Apple TV to a Chromecast? Whatsapp Messages missing after a phone upgrade, are they lost? Adding a satellite to your existing Orbi system, and the need for International calls, not roaming, calling home!
Frustrated after changing phones, Dashcam advice and more
For your fancy new car, what Dashcam should you consider? We chat about a brand new Prado. What to think about when it comes to getting a monitor for you. We have an issue with Apple Notes, locked notes and forgotten passwords - this one's a doozy. Organising your family with a digital calendar, and the concerning changes to newspaper delivery in aged care.
Advice for us all on Safer Internet Day - plus your calls!
This week Trev talks to the CEO of the Interactive Games and Entertainment Association about the tools available to parents to keep their kids safe online - marking Safer Internet Day. We find a solution to ensuring that you can listen to podcasts underwater, we get help for a previous caller from a long time listener. Dealer installed Dashcam not working, that's a pain, and more travel advice for keeping in touch in China.
Answering your tech questions!
This week questions raised about travelling to places not quite so popular with mobile operators - we chat to Leanne about that. Ray has a question about secure cloud storage for important documents, while Tony is wondering about shared access to a TV with Kayo logged in. Plus An email nightmare for Marcelo, and Trev is to blame Got a tech question - text Trev on 0477 657 657
Should we worry about Chinese AI and a boost for mobile in the bush!
A new AI chat bot is out and it's made in China - is that a bad thing? Trev's response might surprise you. Plus TPG's big bush push helping regional Aussies get a better deal. Paul calls about his Samsung A Series, John is off travelling so has SIM questions, Anthony spots a smartwatch bargain and Noelene has issues with messaging across multiple devices. You can get help or share your tech story too - text 0477 657 657
iCloud or Google Photos - which camp are you in?
Photos photos photos, where do you keep them? We discuss iCloud vs Google vs local NAS storage. Plus, buying devices that don't have a charging brick - so which one do you buy? Fall Detection for an elderly parent, how an Apple Watch can be amazing Recommendations for ISP and saving BIG TIME on your mobile, and - getting rid of Foxtel!
How good is a robot Pool Cleaner?
How can you improve phone coverage INSIDE your home? Is it even possible? Heading overseas, so which Translation devices would you take? Or is an App better? Feedback on the Aiper pool cleaner, and an exciting upgrade to Fibre, but, how to improve wifi.
What is AI in Appliances? Your questions answered
As CES gets underway there's more and more talk of AI - so, what is it. And by that I mean, how do we reconcile that ChatGPT is AI, but so is a smart Fridge? Jeremy Senior from Samsung Australia breaks down how AI Enabled smart appliances are doing work for you, and why the line of "what is AI" is fluid, but justifiably so.
HOW BIG IS YOUR TV?? Marriage dramas for one TV buyer
Got WiFi issues - of course we can discuss that! We catch up with Justin who we bought Meta RayBans for to see how they are helping his life. Overheating phone - whats causing that? And what MASSIVE Black Friday purchase is Trev responsible for and will it cause dramas in one marriage? Buying your child an iPhone - how to keep it safe, and security software for a Mac?
MEGA GIVEAWAY WINNERS! Plus calls about new phones
This week we PHONE the winners of the EFTM NOVEMBER GIVEAWAY so they can PICK THEIR PRIZE!!! A bit of fun from the EFTM Magazine. We also talk picking a new phone for kids - what to look for and what to think about. And how's this for a question - what's the Best Phone overall? Tough one!
Affordable Hearing solutions and how Apple changes the game for all
Does anyone even read this? Text me on 0477 657 657 if you do. In the meantime this week I talk to the CEO of a hearing aid company that cuts out the high costs of that industry, and how Apple's entry into the hearing space could help everyone. Plus calls on Robots in the home, warranty, wifi and choosing Telcos!
From Streaming to SMS sending, Talkback Questions on Technology!
This week the question about Google or Amazon to replace Telstra TV - a valid one for sure. Plus sending multiple SMS messages, how to do it, professionally or simply. AirPods for hearing aids? And choosing a Big - Big TV! Get in touch with your tech questions on 0477 657 657 or EFTM.com
School Bus Dashcams and first phones for kids!
Talkback technology and this week lots of calls with tech questions. If you have a question, goto EFTM.com and click ASK TREV or send an SMS to 0477 657 657 This week a couple of questions about first phones for kids, some follow up on last week's show And a frustration about TV apps no longer working. And more!
Regional Mobile coverage questions and 3G Frustrations
This week as Trev's eldest finishes high school and the Dodgers take on the Yankees in the World Series another episode of your favourite talk-back technology show is here. We talk Security cameras in remote areas, will a 4G camera do the job? Streaming replacement for Telstra TV, and Mobile frustrations over 3G switch off and questions about my advice on Boost Mobile
Angry at Westpac, but still taking your calls
The EFTM Magazine has been printed! Now we wait to receive it, and then send it out to you - early November folks, official launch is November 7th. Frustrated Westpac customers had a shocking week last week, so why shouldn't Westpac be telling us what happened? Your calls on Saving and Bundling, Chromecast issues and other buying advice. Get in touch any time 0477 657 657