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! Get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 all thanks to Swann security!
Jul 22, 2025•1 hr 2 min
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 657 657!
Jul 15, 2025•53 min
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? The EFTM Podcast thanks to Swann. Get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 - send us a text!
Jul 08, 2025•52 min
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!
Jul 01, 2025•54 min
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!
Jun 24, 2025•45 min
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. All thanks to Swann security and taking your calls on 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone...
Jun 17, 2025•52 min
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 The EFTM Podcast, thanks to SWANN Home security to connect, detect and protect
Jun 10, 2025•43 min
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! Get in touch, thanks to Vodafone, text 0477 657 657 The EFTM Podcast, thanks to SWANN Home security to connect, detect an...
Jun 03, 2025•44 min
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
May 27, 2025•49 min
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
May 20, 2025•37 min
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? Get in touch 0477 657 657
May 13, 2025•43 min
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
May 06, 2025•45 min
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!
Apr 29, 2025•44 min
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.
Apr 22, 2025•43 min
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.
Apr 15, 2025•45 min
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 upda...
Apr 08, 2025•44 min
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
Apr 01, 2025•49 min
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.
Mar 25, 2025•49 min
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.
Mar 18, 2025•44 min
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!...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min
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!
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 4 min
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!
Feb 25, 2025•48 min
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.
Feb 18, 2025•51 min
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.
Feb 11, 2025•56 min
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
Feb 04, 2025•38 min
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
Jan 28, 2025•47 min
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!
Jan 21, 2025•40 min
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.
Jan 14, 2025•34 min
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.
Jan 07, 2025•31 min
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?
Dec 17, 2024•40 min
