EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle
We'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
Episodes
July 21, 2025 • 62 mins
Lots of questions this week, including common themes like Travel but in some cases is Vodafone just a better option than local SIM cards?
Wifi problems solved, a happy customer, but another looking for a new solution for home security.
Unique needs for a mobile phone user, and watching content while Travelling.
Plus we catch up with Garry to see what TV he bought!
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July 14, 2025 • 52 mins
How do we organise our photos? They are our life! Printed photo digitising and storage and organisation - the big questions.
Plus Chromecast issues with Foxtel Now, Pam wants a new Android Tablet - just because, Julio has issues with his internet and Gary wonders about safely making and receiving payments.
A lot to cover this week thanks to Swann Home Security, and you can be part of the show thanks to Vodafone just text 0477 65...
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July 7, 2025 • 52 mins
How hard is it to change NBN providers, and what to look for in your current plan.
NAS drive with Movies on it - the issues with getting a replacement.
International roaming feedback, Vodafone and Airalo getting our listener through. An Mp3 player for simplicity - is that a thing?
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Get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 - send us a text!
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June 30, 2025 • 53 mins
When you think you know what you want but need some advice, which TV to buy and what size??
One very happy owner of a new LG Gaming monitor shares his review.
Security camera issues, expensive system but does it do what you want it to?
Be part of the show, thanks to Vodafone text 0477 657 657 any time, or email via EFTM.com - thanks to Swann!
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June 23, 2025 • 45 mins
This week - can a smart speaker have shortcuts to radio stations? Why on earth would you want that? One caller explains.
AirPods Pro 2 - are they all they are cracked up to be? Fixing 9Now on An Amazon Fire Stick with an awesome customer service story.
Stopping scam calls - is it even possible? And Smart ring options!
Your calls welcome thanks to Vodafone just text 0477 657 657. The EFTM Podcast thanks to Swann Security!
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June 16, 2025 • 52 mins
This week, talking technology with Trevor Long - your talkback tech show features chats about Ethernet vs Wifi for gaming - solving that trip hazard.
Plus PC support for parents who nearly lost a lot in a scam, concerns about car theft too.
How to manage a lot of photos on your phone, and choosing your internet - NBN vs 5G?
And Charlie is back with his thoughts on the Aiper pool cleaning robot.
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June 9, 2025 • 42 mins
Former Optus Exec Clive Dickens is going out on his own to guide Australia and Aussie businesses into the AI Future. How big is this AI thing really? Clive will discuss.
Plus your calls on Racing Simulators, Airplane accessories, Travel Routers and Audio issues with a TV
Get in touch, thanks to Vodafone, text 0477 657 657
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June 2, 2025 • 43 mins
Telstra Technology Engagement & Advancement Executive, Channa Seneviratne joins Trev to explain the new SMS via Satellite feature and how it works on what phones and what's next in this space.
Plus your calls on phone plans, we hear back from one caller who tested the networks too.
Remarkable v Tablet - what do you choose? And personalising your email for professionalism!
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May 26, 2025 • 48 mins
Vodafone's battle with Telstra - how Trev would fix it all.
How good are Pool Cleaning robots? Caller Charlie questions a possible purchase - you can get in touch any time yourself just send an sms or whatsapp to 0477 657 657
Plus this week we talk Streaming apps, Telstra alternatives, and Photo apps on Android
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May 19, 2025 • 37 mins
This year's Apple WWDC Swift Student Challenge winners have been announced, there's 8 Aussie kids and the stats and locations will blow your mind - we speak to our most decorated winner.
Questions from the audience about mobile phone options, as well as accessibility on a mobile.
And treating yourself to something special, a new TAG watch
Get in touch with Trev, 0477 657 657
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May 12, 2025 • 43 mins
This week Ashley from Trend Micro joins us to talk about research they've done on Aussies and understanding scams - how our educating people might be backfiring!
Plus husband and wife, Android and Apple but no wireless infotainment, what to use?
A new social network - would you let your kids try it?
Samsung vs Google - a Flip owner trying to find a new phone for her husband.
And can AI help me organise my email?
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May 5, 2025 • 45 mins
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.
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April 28, 2025 • 43 mins
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!
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April 21, 2025 • 42 mins
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.
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April 14, 2025 • 45 mins
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.
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April 7, 2025 • 44 mins
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, is...
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March 31, 2025 • 49 mins
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?
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March 24, 2025 • 48 mins
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 ...
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March 17, 2025 • 44 mins
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.
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March 10, 2025 • 67 mins
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...
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