Talking Technology With Trevor Long

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 questions

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

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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.

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?

This week we PHONE the winners of the EFTM NOVEMBER GIVEAWAY so they can PICK THEIR PRIZE!!! A bit of fun from the EFTM Magazine. We also talk picking a new phone for kids - what to look for and what to think about. And how's this for a question - what's the Best Phone overall? Tough one!

Does anyone even read this? Text me on 0477 657 657 if you do. In the meantime this week I talk to the CEO of a hearing aid company that cuts out the high costs of that industry, and how Apple's entry into the hearing space could help everyone. Plus calls on Robots in the home, warranty, wifi and choosing Telcos!

This week the question about Google or Amazon to replace Telstra TV - a valid one for sure. Plus sending multiple SMS messages, how to do it, professionally or simply. AirPods for hearing aids? And choosing a Big - Big TV! Get in touch with your tech questions on 0477 657 657 or EFTM.com

Talkback technology and this week lots of calls with tech questions. If you have a question, goto EFTM.com and click ASK TREV or send an SMS to 0477 657 657 This week a couple of questions about first phones for kids, some follow up on last week's show And a frustration about TV apps no longer working. And more!

This week as Trev's eldest finishes high school and the Dodgers take on the Yankees in the World Series another episode of your favourite talk-back technology show is here. We talk Security cameras in remote areas, will a 4G camera do the job? Streaming replacement for Telstra TV, and Mobile frustrations over 3G switch off and questions about my advice on Boost Mobile