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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

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37:14

Winning Apple's Student Challenge

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/05/20

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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43:02

Detecting scams ain't as easy as we might have hoped

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/05/13

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

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45:03

Tech solutions, feedback and questions - we're all...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/05/06

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

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43:31

The Aussie doing car design on the world stage + your...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/04/29

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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42:32

We got Karin a phone! And more problems solved!

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/04/22

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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45:27

Lost Excel files FOUND and more listener feedback

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/04/15

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 657This 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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44:18

Apple's remarkable Hearing feature plus your calls

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/04/08

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 update

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49:16

Big Screens from LG launch for 2025! Plus changing...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/04/01

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

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48:44

Telstra's efforts to stop more scams and your tech...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/03/25

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.

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44:01

Great customer service is all it takes folks...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/03/18

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 657Also, 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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67:46

A follow up with Sue re Optus and Aspera - Plus...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/03/11

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!

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64:18

Tech Trends for 2025 - no surprises here!

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/03/04

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!

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48:28

Lost WhatsApp messages, Laptops in endless loops -...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/02/25

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!

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51:17

Frustrated after changing phones, Dashcam advice and...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/02/18

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.

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56:20

Advice for us all on Safer Internet Day - plus your...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/02/11

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.

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38:22

Answering your tech questions!

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/02/04

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

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46:31

Should we worry about Chinese AI and a boost for...

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/01/28

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

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40:11

iCloud or Google Photos - which camp are you in?

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/01/21

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!

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33:40

How good is a robot Pool Cleaner?

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/01/14

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.

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30:40

What is AI in Appliances? Your questions answered

EFTM - Tech, Cars and Lifestyle ·

2025/01/07

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.

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