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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!
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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 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? Get in touch - head to EFTM.com and click ASK TREV!
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
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
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 one of the biggest tech companies in the world.
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 the lines to talk TVs, NBN and more
Your Talkback Technology podcast, get in touch at EFTM.com and click ASK TREV!
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 as is always the way, your calls - this Talkback podcast is for you, so ask me anything just go to EFTM.com
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.
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, all on this week's EFTM podcast.
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
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 competition.
This week I travelled to the Melbourne Grand Prix and had a great time - of course! But I also uncovered some great stories, two of which I want to share on this week's show.
Zac Duff from JigSpace joins me to talk about their big Apple Keynote exposure and their subsequent leap onto an F1 car.
And Corey Tutt from Deadly Science will inspire you to dig deep and help out those who should very much be exposed to STEM learning.
Plus of course, your calls on Tech!
Lots of calls and questions this week, from Screen time to WiFi.
Trevor Long is here to take your calls, help with those tech questions or buying advice.
And this week, talking to Electric Vehicle Council chief executive Behyad Jafari about the demand increase and supply shortage of Electric Cars in Australia, and just what should happen at a Government level to help "fuel" the EV car demand in Australia
Sore throat and all, we're doing the show!
Lots of NBN news today, with upgrades to the Fixed Wireless network improving speeds and making it available to many more homes.
I talk to Brad Whitcomb from the NBN to run through the updates and see how long they will take.
Plus, loads of calls looking for new tech to buy!
This is a podcast that's all about help, helping people with technology issues try to solve them
And also helping people confused by what amazing tech is out there, making decisions about buying technology.
If you've got a question, email Trev - go to EFTM.com and click ASK TREV!
I'm back from Barcelona and it was a great trip, good to get away and some interesting fun was had!
Your calls are a priority, so lots to get through today from smart watches to smartphones, folding phones and electric cars.
Speaking of which, Luke Todd from EV Direct joins me to talk about his bold plans for Australia!
Not things you'd hear together normally, but hey, this isn't a normal show! This is EFTM. This week I talk to Dave Packles from Peloton about the product and system and the training machine that is Peloton.
Plus, 21 year old Tanner Blessington on his dream to create something for himself - the watch brand Blessington that is just starting to grow.
And your calls, on everything from Smart Speakers, Photo libraries and graphic design.
Just how do parents keep track of screen time and more importantly how hard is it to do so with kids of all ages. University of Queensland research indicates it's bloody hard! So we have a good long chat about just that.
Plus, skills shortages and tech wages - a problem for the industry that could kill tech in Australia.
And your calls on Electric cars, Batteries, Boomboxes and more.
A funny week with Facebook being kicked out of the Federal court for being completely divorced from reality, Trev's thoughts of course.
Electric Cars, the Peloton and more to discuss, welcoming your feedback.
And your calls, what's on your mind, what gadgets can we help with - easy - get in touch at EFTM.com
Finally the EFTM app for Android is available and we appreciate the patience and feedback from Android phone users. Details this week on the show.
Plus how can you stop the kids in the next room being kept awake by a loud TV? Who would have thought a Soundbar could be the answer.
And more calls too - this week on the EFTM podcast.
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Great podcast