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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!

Trevor Long


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    He wrote the code for Minecraft! Exclusive chat with Jens Bergensten!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 50:13


    This week in the EFTM podcast we find home and car security solutions for Benn and Christopher, talk GPS trackers with Mark and it's always great when previous callers check in after Trev has made recommendations for them. This week we get some fantastic feedback from Adrian and David. Plus Trev conducts an exclusive interview with Jens Bergensten, one of the lead designers of Minecraft. Something for everyone. To get in touch go to EFTM.com and click on "Ask Trev" or text us on 0477 657 657

    Foxtel and Free to Air - are there changes? Wait or Buy Now the ongoing question and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 53:53


    Join Trev as he talks all things tech on this week's episode of the EFTM podcast. Callers this week include Matt who wants to spy on his dogs as they destroy his furniture, Paree who needs advice on whether her husband's phone is going to survive the 3G shutdown and Rodrigo needs an answer to that dreaded tech question "Should I buy now or wait for the newer model?" Peter just can't pause or record free to air on his Foxtel boxes anymore and Trev is joined by legend Rob who is doing everything he can to get a divorce by spending the entire household budget on a monster TV Need an answer to your tech question or want Trev to help you spend your money on a new gadget? Contact him via eftm.com and click on "Ask Trev" or text on 0477 657 657

    Customer service woes, Security Camera issues and online storage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 49:37


    Another packed show. Trev troubleshoots some high tech security cameras on a rural property, while also looking at Telstra TV replacements. LG customer care question, and a phone for someone who just needs the basics All that and more As usual you can get in touch at EFTM.com and click on "Ask Trev" or text him on 0477 657 657

    Gremlins and Product Feedback - Ask a tech question get answers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 50:34


    This week Trev talks hardware with Shane, Lincoln, Brodie and Rick, From gaming consoles to security cameras, routers and TV's. Good old Hubbl gets another run with caller Brad, none too impressed. Ron has gremlins in his email account and does Justin really need to buy a new TV? Peter asks whose fault is a failed screen protector? As usual, tell your friends and get in touch if you have a question or just want to chat about anything tech. Go to EFTM.com and click on "Ask Trev" or text 0477 657 657

    Talkback Technology - Answering your tech questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 58:28


    This week Trev does his best to help Krista and Giovanni spend their hard-earned on tech. He gives teacher Bruce the heads-up on the capabilities of the superb Espresso monitor and helps Paul keep his daughter safe online. Greg needs a new podcasting app to keep listening to the EFTM podcast and what has Facebook done to Sam's account. A real mixed bag this week with plenty of help for our callers plus the thousands of listeners who may have similar issues. The best value podcast money can buy. Free for you so spread the word. You too can be a part of the show. Go to eftm.com and "Ask Trev" or text or WhatsApp 0477 657 657

    Cracking the Enigma Code - an AI Concern?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 45:01


    This week Trev discusses the hot topic of digital id's with Man Cave regulars Damian and Michael. Whether it's the latest developments or how any potential implementation may affect a small car club and the data they hold. From digital id's to digital photo frames.John wants the best solution to displaying his treasure trove of family memories and.Brad needs advice on how to return a Hubbl box he's not happy with. Meanwhile Jorian is being bombarded with spam. Trev points this week's callers in the right direction. You too can get in touch if you have a tech question. Text or WhatsApp us on 0477 657 657 or go to EFTM.com and click on "Ask Trev"

    SPECIAL EDITION: "Let them be kids" - Should we change the age of Social Media access?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 57:08


    There's a lot of debate, concern, questions and demands for the age at which kids can access social media to be lifted from 13 up to 16 right now. I understand where this is coming from, and the heartache that drives it. But will it work. I've produced this special edition podcast to help me, Trevor Long, understand the issue, and if a change will work. Rather than just banging on about it myself, I'm joined by experts in Digital Parenting and Cyber issues for Teens, to help explain what is going on with kids, how this might help, but also what gaps it might expose. I did this to better educate myself, but I think it will help educate us all. Feedback is welcome, from parents, kids, no matter if you agree, disagree, have ever seen issues or have never seen issues - get in touch - text me on 0477 657 657

    Microsoft launches CoPilot Plus PC - a new age in computing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 43:47


    In this episode recorded in Seattle just hours after Microsoft announced the CoPilot Plus PC concept and heralded a new age in computing - Trev sits down with Microsoft Executive Carolina Hernandez to discuss the news. Plus, Sam Chang and Alex Thatcher join us from HP to talk about what it means for the PC business generally and HP. A bonus all-in on AI and Microsoft Episode of the EFTM Podcast

    Motorola claims #3 in Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 46:17


    This week Trev gets his troubleshooting hat on for Steve and recommends earbuds for Greg that won't fall out whilst jogging (something he is now an expert in after London) He also catches up with the boss of Motorola Australia to talk about their smartphone devices and their market position both here and around the world. And caller Justin has been road testing Meta RayBans since receiving a pair in a previous episode. He gives us his feedback

    Digital ID Special - why we need it

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 47:24


    This week, Trev is in London so no talkback calls, but we do have time for a special episode, talking about the Digital ID. Greta Menzies is Co-Founder of MyDataBoss, a company with a goal to protect our data, be it at a legal firm, telco, no matter where. So we unpack what it is, but also why the Digital ID is so critically important. If you have Questions about Digital ID - get in touch with an SMS or WhatsApp to 0477 657 657

    You had HOW MUCH GOLD in your truck? Talkback Tech questions answered!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 65:16


    This week's podcast is huge but there's no extra charge. A bumper edition of The EFTM podcast ahead of a break next week whilst Trev is overseas. Lots of guests this week want to spend their money and Trev is more than happy to help them out.  We talk security cameras with Colin and Sue, Dashcams with truck driver Troy and Cameron wants to create his own outdoor cinema Teresa needs some help with an alternate after Optus email shuts down plus Peter wants a chromebook. Plus we talk a lot about Nothing with Ray and Oliver helps out one of our previous callers Buckle up. It's a packed show 

    More AI Music and all your talkback calls

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 63:27


    This week Trev can't help himself and dives back into the AI jingle generator plus loads of calls from listeners needing help and advice. We like spending listener's money and this week we help Stewart with a printer recommendation and Nathan with a smart watch combatable with his phone, Sean has a decision to make whether to upgrade his faulty iPhone or whether to pursue a fix under Australian consumer law. We also have recommendations for choosing the right ISP and the podcast wouldn't be complete without at least one travel tip. What charging solutions can help Ashley on his fantastic overseas trip?

    Travel Tech Advice and the AI Jingle MADNESS

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 71:16


    Lots of calls this week thanks to Producer Rob! So, get your ears listening for loads of advice, feedback and tech tips. Plenty related to Travel too - so many ideas and tips for security and data when you travel. Plus the AI Jingle Madness that is quite simply MIND BLOWING!

    How long does your Apple ID exist if unused? And important scam awareness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 54:00


    Travel tips for eSIM use and Tablets vs Chromebook - a few people taking to the skies soon! A curious question about an Apple ID, and a big spending addiction to audio. Talking Scams with Amazon, and a whole new way to get in touch! To SMS or What'sApp message us - 0477 657 657 folks!

    How's Hubbl going for you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 51:50


    How big can your TV be in the room you have? We discuss that with one caller seeking something very big. Plus which technology? And if you've got old movies - how can you digitise them? Hubbl feedback from Colin, and Mark's a fan.

    Boost Broadband confirmed - what will it be?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 39:08


    Boost Mobile Founder Peter Adderton joins Trev this week to discuss Boost Broadband. How will a new player differentiate itself? What will entice people to join. Plus, some of Trev's whacky ideas Your calls on TVs, Security and more All this week on the EFTM Podcast

    How old is your TV? And a user talks Hubble and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 57:45


    To Hubbl or not to Hubbl. One caller has a question about accessibility - another about Watchlists - we discuss! Problems with Online ordering and getting support. We try to help! And how old is YOUR TV - and which would you replace it with?

    Smart home sensors in the Bathroom?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 50:53


    A question about a brand of Smart home products we'd never heard of - just why isn't their full product range available in Australia? And on that, unpacking the coolest smart home ideas - and yes, it might involve a sensor in the bathroom. Plus Podcast listening alternatives with Google walking away from another product. And how much is that old iPod worth? Hint - not much.

    5G or NBN - what would you choose?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 40:33


    What should our next big giveaway be? Help me with ideas - lets have a podcast brainstorming session. And 5G vs NBN - have you switched one way or the other - how has it been? Plus you calls, on this Talkback Technology podcast - here for you!

    Live from Barcelona in the wee small hours

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 45:10


    A quick look at what Trev has seen in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress, then onto your calls From Streaming to Netflix and WiFi woes, always something new to learn and issue to solve. Plus, what is the ultimate F1 viewing setup for an Aussie?

    Photo scanning and photo storage

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 44:16


    How to clear out your phone storage ahead of a big trip - worried you'll run out of space for those "memories"? Plus processing all those old photos - envelopes from Rabbit Photo or Kodak, and those albums. Starlink and Wifi, how to get the most from it and the new feature on Kayo you probably didn't know about.

    Lawyers using AI?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 42:44


    Taking your tech calls this week, looking at the area of AI too with a question about reading thousands of pages and how AI might help with that. Plus plenty more questions you might have the answer to or learn from. Whatever your input, get in touch and send me an email via EFTM.com!

    Talking Tech in Perth

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 47:35


    Trev is in Perth but still here ready to take your calls for the EFTM Podcast. If you've got a question about tech, or have a problem with some tech in your life , perhaps you want to brag about some cool tech you own or just bought - get in touch! This week calls on Satellite, Phones and much much more

    Picking a robot vacuum

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 45:49


    Back taking your calls for 2024, this is the show where if you've got a question Trev will try and answer it. This week we talk smartphones, Security software and even Robot Vacuums How to diagnose issues and the options to solve them, if you've got a question or something cool to talk about, get in touch!

    Wrapping up the year and saving people thousands!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 59:02


    eflecting on many years of Podcasting, through different eras, and winding up here at the end of 2023! Taking your calls with advice on pendants for the elderly, TVs and also could you save money? Imagine saving thousands of dollars per year. It's possible.

    Scam Awareness Week - lots to learn, and still calls to take!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 66:19


    It's National Scam Awareness Week and there's a lot to unpack, mainly that we should all be aware of what's out there and stay protected where we can. Plus also, share your knowledge with your family so no-one you know becomes a victim. Plus I find my long lost brother - tony reckon's we're two peas in a pod. And lots of your calls with tech questions!

    Bye Bye Kelly, Optus CEO is gone - plus online shopping tips and your tech calls

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 63:19


    I don't want to say I told you so, but I told you so. Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin is gone, so I've got a list of people they should be looking at for the top job. Plus shopping tips from PayPal's shopping expert making sure you stay safe this Black Friday sales season And your calls with tech questions - you name it, we've got it covered!

    I'm a bit angry today

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 51:52


    This week's Talkback Technology podcast helps you with your questions about headphones, iTunes, Scams and Foxtel Saving people money when they're spending big bucks on Foxtel, and annoyed at why Facebook is doing nothing to stop you getting scammed. If you've got a question head to EFTM.com

    Surprise! It's Black Friday soon! All the tips you need!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 56:10


    Coming at you a day early because the Apple Event is tomorrow so no time to record, so to get all that news, hit up EFTM.com for the details. This week on the show, I've got your calls on Phone plans, TVs, email and more. Anyone can ask a question on this talkback technology podcast, just head to EFTM.com and click ASK TREV. Plus, we're joined by Tony Brown from LG Australia who shares some advice on getting a great deal this Black Friday.

    Walk down memory lane and how good is 5G really?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 62:42


    This week, a little bit more on the EV tax and how the High Court decision needs to impact how we do things going forward, plus Boost Mobile's Peter Adderton has views on 5G and more. Callers talk about their old gadgets and how they love to keep them as a great memory, and if they are of any "Value" 5G issues and how Peter Adderton might be right. Buying advice on Home security cameras, and - issues with Kayo on Smart TV and which iPhone to buy the wife!

    Doesn't take much to save money, meanwhile a $10,000 TV purchase

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 60:29


    We get a lot of calls looking for TV buying advice, rare that we get to recommend the best in class. That's this week on the EFTM Podcast. Talkback Technology, taking your calls - if you've got a tech question, head to EFTM.com Also this week, switching Telcos, Robot Vacuums and Internet Security costs

    The case for a Digital ID

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 58:43


    This week Trev takes your calls on all sorts of tech questions. Which Phone to upgrade to - getting better internet, and should you buy Microsoft's AI enabled Laptop? Plus, we talk Digital ID - the way of proving who you are without handing over all your ID documents.

    Truth or Conspiracy - we may never know

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 52:04


    I'm just someone who prefers to have proof and evidence, not just things on the internet - you'll understand when you hear our calls today. Plus the end of the EV Subsidy in NSW - why? and what impact will it have. Glad to be back, taking your calls - if you have a question, goto EFTM.com and click Ask Trev

    A deep dive into AI plus Telstra's Network plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 58:13


    This week Trev talks to Jonathan Lea from SKY NEWS about his upcoming documentary Artificial Intelligence Investigated in which he talks to world experts on AI about where it's heading and how much we should be focussing on this issue. Including an interview with someone who has never seen AI and is blown away. Plus this week a follow up to last week's network questions - speaking directly with Channa Seneviratne who is the Executive - Technology Development and Innovation at Telstra and knows all about their networks, and network plans. And another follow up - was that text message caller Peter received an Amazon Scam or real? It's fascinating!

    Mobile coverage on the open road and the great Amazon Scam

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 56:33


    Taking your calls on the Internet's only Talkback Technology podcast, you can ask a question by simply heading to EFTM.com and clicking Ask Trev! This week the Telstra mobile coverage question - is it better or worse out on the open road? A scammer tries to get an Amazon Password - or did they? An elaborate or coincidental mess - you decide, plus many more calls

    Bloody scammers taking our numbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 61:28


    If you're in the market for a new bit of technology, a TV, Laptop, Mobile then get in touch and we can talk through some great options for your. Likewise if you're looking to save money on those monthly costs we can help, and some of these callers will help you too! Plus one caller who's number has been hijacked. How damn frustrating!

    You're never too young....

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 69:12


    This week, I talk with Jake Usher, or Crush (Crushbag on socials) - he was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer last year, and his journey is an important one to hear. Jake took to TikTok to share his journey and has since become an advocate for more screening at early ages where symptoms present. Please listen, and - if you can, donate via Jake's GoFundMe https://gofund.me/10262838 That, plus your calls on this week's EFTM podcast!

    Talkback Technology - Your calls answered!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 47:07


    While Samsung is busy getting ready to announce brand new phones, I'm here taking your calls. Well, not specifically - but we've got lots of tech help for you this week! If you've got a question or want to talk tech - drop me an email via ASK TREV at EFTM.com

    Apple Personal Voice Demo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 50:55


    This week Trev demonstrates Apple's Personal Voice feature, made for increased accessibility it's trained by you for you so how does it sound? Your calls on any tech questions or purchase decision, and a great call from a brand new EV owner Get in touch, just hit ASK TREV at EFTM.com

    Talking EOFY and Tax Time Scams with Trend Micro's Tim Falinski

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 54:37


    A caller has a great idea for blocking scammers, or at least trying to - using your contacts app! Tiff needs our help, and we should try to do that. Plus Tim Falinski from long-time supporters Trend Micro joins me to talk scams, ID threats and Mac Software updates. If you have a tech question, reach out - got EFTM.com and click ASK TREV

    Apple Vision Pro and Your calls

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 53:50


    I'm back from a few weeks away, we did well at Golf, much money was raised and a good time had by all. But back to it this week with your calls, and if you've got a tech question head to EFTM.com please! TV advice, WiFi issues and Laptop questions all among this week's callers And my full thoughts on Apple Vision Pro.

    Optus SubHub saving you money and your tech questions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 54:10


    I'm back after a world of drama last week - more on that, and the plan for the next few weeks on today's show. Plus your calls on everything from TV to Baseball and F1 - not a sports podcast, but it ticks my boxes! And Clive Dickens from Optus covers off how SubHub is going and how the future will need that kind of technology

    SPECIAL: 16 Years in Tech - FLASHBACK

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 46:47


    On this day, May 11 2007 I hosted my first technology radio show, in the studio with Brian Wilshire on 2GB Sydney. We took calls, talked tech, read emails, tried to solve problems or keep people informed. This podcast is a recording from my second ever show, on May 18, and the topics discussed might make you smile, laugh, who knows what:) Enjoy, and thanks for being on the ride with me.

    World Exclusive Amazon Interview and of course your calls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 64:08


    Trev's back from a couple of weeks away, firstly observing Anzac Day, and then travelling last week to Seattle with Amazon. Your calls this week on buying advice and Fetch Feedback. Plus a chat with some senior Amazon Executives, Dave Limp and Daniel Rausch about the world of Amazon, Devices and Entertainment - fascinating stuff!

    Streaming when overseas, and Facebook Jailbreak!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 50:48


    This week we talk two-factor Authentication apps and why they are important, how to choose a password. Plus when travelling how do you access Netflix? Dashcams though the advice comes a bit late for one caller, and those cheap iPhones - where do we get them! And Facebook Jail - just how do we escape! Trev tries to help.

    Foxtel F1 TV questions, Digital Payments and Security

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 61:39


    From TV Buying advice to replacing the original Samsung Flip phone, we've got it all this week. One listener reviews the F1 TV experience on Foxtel, and another asks about new TVs for his home. Loads to learn from lots of callers, get involved just hit ASK TREV at EFTM.com

    The Aussie boss of TikTok speaks about a potential ban

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 57:41


    This week, taking your calls on issues with iOS and accessibility, Australian Consumer Law , Great mobile plans and getting your app idea off the ground. Plus, I talk to Lee Hunter, the Aussie boss of Tiktok about all the drama going on right now. Should TikTok be banned? What next for Aussie political enquiries?

    We need more cloud storage!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 61:38


    No two callers have the same problem, but so many tech questions are the same - right? Yet every caller is a new challenge. Can we play golf on this phone? Will Trev get addicted to it? An EFTM Legend appears with a question about TV, and are old phones worth something? Plus - the challenge of cloud storage - there's just not enough! Got a tech question - get in touch - EFTM.com click ASK TREV!

    Saving Money and scammers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 52:30


    Taking your calls with advice on anything from Security cameras for the home and smartphones. You can get in touch via EFTM.com - plus callers saving money by switching and ditching. And the Facebook scammers using my video to take advantage of people online.

    Exclusive chat with Telstra CEO Vicki Brady

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 23:11


    On the show floor of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Trevor Long catches up with Telstra's new CEO Vicki Brady. Vicki talks about her excitement for connected products, including ChatGPT Plus regional Australia, the ridiculous ACCC decision and how cost of living is affecting customers

    Getting that result - Australian Consumer Law for the win!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 54:46


    What's it like driving the Porsche 911 GTS? AMAZING - so let me brag about that a bit. Plus, saving you money - another caller looking to switch and save, finding great savings on mobile and broadband. And other calls including a great result on a broken TV.

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