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EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle

Hosted by Trevor Long

Episodes

400

Latest episode

Oct 2026

Language

EN

About the show

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

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October 13, 20261 hr 0 min

Motorola on the folding phone market and your calls on all things tech!

I've been dabbling a LOT in AI - you might be fascinated to hear my latest little experiments. Plus, this week, your calls on Anti Virus, advice from a caller for one of last weeks questions and Martin has a new place he needs a few things for! And we talk to Praveena Raman from Motorola Australia about the foldable smartphone market in Australia!

October 6, 20261 hr 2 min

I'm BACK - Now, how can we get Digital Platforms to handle Aussie complaints better?

Trev's back! Taking your calls, so if you've got a pent up tech frustration or need some advice on what to buy - get in touch? Perhaps you've got a new gadget you want to rave about? Send a text to 0477 657 657! This week all your calls, plus we talk to the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman about expanding their remit to help Aussies with Digital platform complaints too!

September 1, 202646 min

Advice for Data Breach victims, Portable monitors and travel cameras!

This week, your talkback technology calls - and you can be part of the show - any question, a problem with tech or you got something cool you want to talk about- just get in touch! Thanks to Vodafone you can Text Trev on 0477 657 657 or send a WhatsApp. We're talking data breach victims and how to take control of your info. Plus advice on cameras to take on mega holidays Speaking of Cameras, the home security brand you've seen online - worth it? And portable monitors for the ultimate anywhere desk setup!

August 25, 202652 min

Phone advice for elderly mum, Device safety and our love of premium phones

This week we check back in with callers we've helped recently. How's that Dashcam connection after removing the VPN? And did we have any luck with those USB ports on the Hisense TV? We talk to Vodafone with some tips for device safety and security, and Foad from Telsyte joins to talk about our lust for premium phones. And which phone is great for your elderly mum? Join the show, click ASK TREV in the EFTM APP, or text 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone!

August 18, 202655 min

Sonos woes, USB vs TV drama and Alexa+ Launches in Australia

This week Trev's exclusive 1:1 with Michele Butti - Vice President Alexa International at Amazon about the launch of Amazon's Alexa+ in Australia. How is it different, what can you use it for? Plus your calls, please text in on 0477 657 657 and be part of the show. Sonos streaming woes discussed, along with a curious one about USB drives in TVs. And the graphics card dilemma, broken and out of warranty - or is it?

August 11, 202649 min

ISP recommendations, Free to Air reception woes, Mesh dramas and Optus Soccer Data blitz

This week Lori is back with questions about her email and the new laptop. Marty has some issues with his Free-to-air reception, and Dave can't get great speeds everywhere - tips on tracking it down. And Jane from Optus shares the usage information gathered across TWO big Soccer games at Optus Stadium, plus device safety tips Come on the show, ask Trev anything, text 0477 657 657

August 4, 202648 min

Solving those WiFi Woes - plus Refurbished phones - good or not?

Plenty of calls with tech questions this week. Steve is wondering aobut his Oppo Phone and replacing it. Anthony is worried about a site he bought a phone from Working out which "modem" you need, or if you need one, following up with Dean on his WiFi Woes and Jason's thinking refurbished phone too! Would love to hear from you - get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657

July 28, 202657 min

WiFi WOES and LEGO POKEMON!

When WiFi woes are extreme - imagine paying for 500Mb internet and getting less than 20!! That's a problem. We investigate. Plus, trackers to find things - which one? Felix Mobile - any good? More on WiFi and then we talk LEGO SMART PLAY and their brand new sets!

July 21, 202650 min

Scammers are targeting us at our most vulnerable time and AI is helping them

Lynette Owens from TrendLife (Formerly Trend Micro) joins Trev to talk about their latest research and what it shows about those darn scammers! Targeting us at key times in our lives, and also using AI way more than you might expect. Plus, WiFi from a new NBN connection, getting it right? And do you own your phone or does the phone manufacturer retain some rights? Interesting chat - get in touch please! Let's talk anything tech - just text me on 0477 657 657

July 14, 202657 min

Unpacking Telstra's Woes and the future of Triple Zero

This week, an extended chat with absolute Telco GURU and legend of the industry Grahame Lynch who is the publisher of Communications Day, the daily bible of Telco news read across the industry. We talk about what happened at Telstra, but also what's next for Triple Zero - what needs to happen. Plus, you calls, thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 - send us a Text! - this week questions on iPad vs Laptop, and WiFi for mum and dad. And some more fascinating feedback on that Pocket AI device.

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