Trevor Long

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

Author

Trevor Long

Category

Technology

Podcast website

eftm.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Cyber Security - looking forward 15.11.2022

Taking your calls on technology, if you're buying something or wondering how something works then get in touch - Trev's taking your calls. This week, everything from remote communications through to concerns about cyber crime. Plus, Alastair MacGibbon Chief Strategy Officer at CyberCX and former government cyber-advisor joins to talk about what Government and Business should be doing and what the...

Old school electric 01.11.2022

The founder of Jaunt joins me to talk about productivity and design using Apple devices, but also - just wow, what a company! They're now merging to form a global EV company that sounds amazing. A follow up to my chat last week about reaching out to people, and a thank you, plus a thanks for the amazing feedback on our month-long competition. And of course, your calls, and LOADS of them on all thi...

I was just checking you were ok 25.10.2022

Lots of great tech questions this week, including a couple on TVs - which TV to buy, which brand is better so many questions when buying a TV. Plus fixing your WiFi, connecting smart home devices and much more. Talkback technology as a podcast, strange Idea, but it works. Get in touch via EFTM.com

Would you buy it if it's Fugly? 18.10.2022

While at an event for Vitamix blenders, I came across an amazing service called Good and Fugly, which aims to cut food waste while ensuring farmers get their dues. You can get a box of Fruit and Veg direct from the farm, it's fresh, it's good, it's just a big fugly. And your calls on Dashcams, TVs and much more

Flashback 15 Years 10.10.2022

Does the ACCC represent consumers? Consumers looking for competition? That's my question this week and I explain how YOU can make a difference. Plus, you asked, I'm answering. After some lovely reviews, following through with my promise of a flashback episode. This week, you'll hear my Chip 4 Brains radio show from EXACTLY 15 YEARS AGO! Yep, October 11 2007 this went live to air on 2GB Sydney, and...

What is Identity Protection and some non-Optus content 04.10.2022

Optus is still dragging the chain on customer contact and help, so I'm here for those with questions. 9.8 Million Aussies are at risk of new scams and fraud, yet Optus is telling you not to worry too much. I talk to Equifax about their Identity Protect product which Optus is offering, slowly and understand just how it works. Plus there are questions about NBN alternatives, big-screen TVs and yet m...

Have you checked if your details are secure? 27.09.2022

The Optus data breach is epic in its proportions, but it's not the first. So what has happened and does the hacker still have our information? Plus, are you sure that scam is a result of this hack? Quite possible your data is already on the internet, we talk to Security guru Troy Hunt about his website helping people check their own information And of course, your calls - plus a surprise for EFTM...

A retro episode? Taking your tech questions! 20.09.2022

Have you ever left a review of this show? Come on, help me out - but also, an incentive this week involving audio from 15 years ago:) Lots of tech and car questions this week, so if you've got a curious mind listen to what's causing some people concern or curiosity. And if you've got a question, it's as easy as heading to EFTM.com

Fixing your tech problems, and a little advice too 13.09.2022

Back from a global trip, Trev's here with a sore neck, but taking your calls with tech questions. From how to rewind on Kayo, to where to buy an iPhone and which one. Plus importing all those family videos too - and some advice and feedback on Life360!

Before I fly 30.08.2022

I fly to Europe today, but wanted to get through some of the questions I've had, so we've got another Talkback Technology show. Answering your calls on everything from TV reception to Mobile reception and much more. Back on the show in two weeks after the IFA show in Berlin and the Apple event on September 8

Domain Names, Security Systems and BeReal 23.08.2022

This week lots of interesting questions regarding everything from how the new .au domain space impacts your email through to replacing a home security system. Plus upgrading your NBN speeds and why ISP loyalty doesn't count for you at all. If you've got a tech question, head to EFTM.com and click ASK TREV!

I'm back from New York 16.08.2022

Those who know me well know how I roll, but others will judge from afar. Who cares! I appreciate your support. This week, loads of calls on Robot Vacuums, Bluetooth, AirTags and Smartwatches Plus a little story about the missed flight at LAX and the Taxpayer funded hit job:)

TV, Headphone and more buying advice 02.08.2022

How old is your phone? One caller this week has a 23 year old phone and a very unique problem. Plus questions about headphones, TVs and Soundbars Your Tech questions answered, on the EFTM podcast - as your question at EFTM.com

Hot Wheels on Xbox! 26.07.2022

Taking your tech calls on a range of topics, if you've got a tech question head to EFTM.com Plus talking to one of the creators of the Hot Wheels expansion for Forza Horizon 5. The EFTM Podcast - get in touch!

Projectors, Foxtel and Headphones 19.07.2022

This week on the EFTM podcast, your calls on a range of tech questions and issues. Projector questions for a big-screen footy game. WiFi questions in what seems like a regular Aussie home - but who has four foxtel boxes? And an all-new way we're recording, and an all new way to find your tech news.

The AirTag keyrings have arrived! 12.07.2022

The talkback technology podcast is back for another week, with callers this week questioning the suitability of Elon Musk's Starlink internet and Home internet protection. We talk Foxtel on a smart TV, and save a big coin for a couple of people looking to switch telcos as prices go up. And the excitement of a new parcel, containing the much anticipated EFTM AirTag keyrings! Got a tech question? Ge...

Don't worry, be happy! 05.07.2022

Trev went laptop shopping and it was a great experience, you know what it's not as bad as we sometimes think. Callers this week on luggage tracking, internet security, movie storage, online scams and more. Talkback Technology - taking your calls, just get in touch via EFTM.com

Back Home, taking your calls 28.06.2022

A bit grumpy about the ACCC investigation into the Telstra and TPG network sharing deal, so I'll vent on that. But I'm back from the USA and taking your calls. Buying advice, Electric Cars, TVs, Streaming you name it, happy to help on this talkback technology podcast

Amazon reMARS Special 23.06.2022

Trev is in Las Vegas with Amazon looking all through their reMARS event which covers Robotics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Space! We get exclusive access to a range of Amazon representatives who will educate us all about Alexa's smarts, the role of Amazon in Space and how Machine Learning helps Swimming, F1 and your streaming recommendations. A fascinating set of insights from on...

TikToks with Jimmy Rees 31.05.2022

He was the star of a smash hit kids show for a decade, and now, he's the star of viral videos on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok - Jimmy Rees has made a name for himself bringing a smile to our faces, and that's awesome. This week we chat about that move to TikTok, Videos and even live shows! NSW introduces a new ID support service for people who have been victims of Identity fraud, while we open t...

Boost booming but don't get the 5G ok? 24.05.2022

In a world of corporate spin, it's refreshing to hear plain talk - and that's what Peter Adderton does - talks straight. I talk to him about Boost Mobile aiming for 1 million customers, and how 5G just happens to be available and his response is staggering. Plus his new venture called Mobile X. Plus, I talk to Foxtel's Les Wigan about 4K broadcasting and where Australia sits globally on this And a...

Energy Minister Angus Taylor talks renewable energy and Electric Cars 17.05.2022

This week, talking about a green energy future and just what next for Electric Cars, the Minister for Energy Angus Taylor joins Trevor to talk just days out from the election. We invited both alternates from Communications and Energy - no response. So, onward we go. Also as we do every week answer your calls on tech with tech buying advice or tech support - here on the EFTM podcast.

Communications Minister Paul Fletcher talks Coalition NBN and Comms policy 10.05.2022

Ahead of the Federal Election which is now just a couple of weeks away, incumbent Communications Minister Paul Fletcher joins me to talk about the election and coalition policies in Communications. This includes the NBN, the FTTN upgrades, Satellite competition, as well as anti-trolling, parental control, anti-siphoning and Free to air Prominance. Plus, your calls on TV buying WiFi issues and more...

Bringing Stress Levels down - but no politics 03.05.2022

This week we talk stress and health tracking with technology - talking to Susie Felber from Withings. Plus an update on the Election politics of Technology, an EPIC new app to check out And your calls - got a tech question - get in touch, head to EFTM.com and click ASK TREV

A big purple phone? and Ditching Foxtel Cable 27.04.2022

Foxtel has customers up in arms and or confused - what do you do when they ditch cable? A couple of callers this week with that very question. Plus your calls on other tech questions and advice too. And we speak to an Aussie who has created a brand new phone brand, the Big Purple Phone, and this one has legs. And the kids looking to be stars of F1 off the track, competing in the F1 in Schools comp...

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