Synopsis
Got a question about technology? Get them answered via the open line on Talking Technology with Trevor Long. A fun way to get inside the world of computers, TVs, mobile phones and more, Trevor Long solves your tech problems and looks at all the new products on the market.Read more at https://www.talkinglifestyle.com.au/#LaSbdlo4ZyVABgxT.99
Episodes
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Can AI help you during your working day?
14/04/2026 Duration: 55minAs far as technology goes, Artificial Intelligence is a legitimate and generational game-changer. How are you using it? Get in touch with Trev by texting 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone - we'd love to hear from you. This week we hear from a man with a new gadget that Trev hasn't heard of - that's what we want - your reviews! Plus questions about Apple ID and devices, Mobile plan savings, Chromebook options and loving Foxtel - yes, Loving Foxtel!
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Upgrading to an OLED TV and Curious about Security Cameras
07/04/2026 Duration: 54minThis week, taking your calls on Tech Questions - be part of the show by sending a text or WhatsApp to 0477 657 657 and we'll get you on! Need a basic phone, to last a while - on a budget. Let's chat. Problems with earbuds, why is one cutting out? New TV - old one died, new one same price, but a big upgrade - how many eSIMS can you run at one time and a Security Camera Brand we've not heard of.
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Happy 50 years Apple - Plus your calls
31/03/2026 Duration: 46minThere's more than one Big Merino? What is happening in Australia? We go rural to talk coverage and Email. Plus what is the Jolla phone? Kogan's smart ring - a listener review, and too many devices for Norton to cover
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Tech Questions? Trev's got answers!
24/03/2026 Duration: 43minBack to the grind folks, LOTS of your calls. If you wanna talk tech - send me a text thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657. This week Security cameras, Loop earplugs and VPNs. Plus the strange translation device I can't see why you'd need. Spreading starlink house wide and losing Google Photos!
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The Watch Romance on TikTok - Russell Crowes amazing gift!
17/03/2026 Duration: 44minThis is a TikTok Soap Opera and I felt I needed to bring it to my audience. All encompassing story of tech and lifestyle, a man who loves watches and looking at other people's watches gets involved in a video by none other than Russell Crowe How it pans out is amazing!
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Accountability coaching? And Facebook Scammers - we've got you covered
10/03/2026 Duration: 54minI bet you don't know what an Accountability coach does, well let's learn together. One caller comes clean on being scammed on Facebook Marketplace - a lesson for us all. Plus resolution for an Orbi issue, and lots of buying advice. Be part of the show - text or WhatsApp 0477 657 657 and we'll be in touch!
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Starlink in Emergency services - plus your tech questions!
17/02/2026 Duration: 01h02minYour tech questions this week include the frustration of multiple streaming services - why isn't there one to do it all? Plus, mesh router woes - diagnosing the problem. Does anyone have advice for red-eye removal in photos? And we hear how Starlink is playing a big role in our emergency service vehicles.
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Using AI to shop - but doing it securely with Mastercard
10/02/2026 Duration: 57minWith AI doing everything possible, shopping is a real next deal - imagine asking AI to buy something for you and it just arrives on your doorstep. Mastercard is working with AI companies to ensure it's safe for us, and valid for the sellers. Plus your calls on Clearing out your iPhone , choosing between a Desktop and Laptop and buying Security Cameras. Get in touch and be part of the show, text or WhatsApp 0477 657 657
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Getting a BIG TV vs something better? And a surprise result for an Aldi product
03/02/2026 Duration: 57minThis week plenty of questions as we tackle talkback technology - answering your questions live and in real time. From Advice on Home Internet speeds, and even a first time connection to the NBN to questions about elderly and video calling. Plus, Security Cameras for peace of mind and just what are the outlaws saying about you in another language. And to buy great or buy good but big - the Big TV Dillema :) Ask your question now , send us a text or whatsapp on 0477 657 657
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OLED Screen Burn in? A problem? And Travel issues sorted!
27/01/2026 Duration: 58minLast show for January - come on, the year is skipping away from us isn't it? But we're here for you! Talkback technology in a podcast - find another podcast doing that! Helping you with TV issues, Travel Questions, WiFi issues and any tech problem. Ask your question at EFTM.com or text 0477 657 657
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Getting it sorted and taking your calls
20/01/2026 Duration: 53minAlan got his two factor problem sorted, but how did we go with Ivan? That strange iMessage/iCloud issue - did it get sorted? Questions about wireless, and dashcams, you name it we've got it. And you too can ask a question, thanks to Vodafone, just text 0477 657 657!
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New Year new tech! But the same tech issues!
13/01/2026 Duration: 43minHappy New Year folks! What tech was under your Christmas tree?? Get in touch and let us know! Text or WhatsApp to 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone! Plenty of calls this week, from digitising photos through to 2 Factor woes. And Ivan has a strange problem with iOS 26
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Boosting the Boost brand and your tech questions answered!
16/12/2025 Duration: 01h01minBoost under Telstra, has it changed and will it change - the CEO joins Trev to talk about the iconic Youth brand and it's value proposition. Caller question for an upcoming holiday - GoPro or RayBan Meta glasses? Interesting one! Networking at home, using cables to make it work. Personal alarms for the elderly. Trouble with Telstra's Satellite SMS service, and Headphone advice for an 11 year old. Get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657, all thanks to Swann home security
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Get the best price with ZYFT and did we get a resolution for a caller?
09/12/2025 Duration: 57minGetting the best price with ZYFT - the app and browser extension that helps you find the best price on almost anything - we talk to the CEO! Follow up calls with questions about networking cameras and that crazy crazy Mobile Number lost case!! Soundbar advice - how good will it be? And the Triple Zero problem - how do we know if it will work? Plus issues with MMS on an iPhone Thanks to Swann, and Vodafone!
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What is ConnectID? And is this the CRAZIEST Telco porting story ever?
02/12/2025 Duration: 52minAfter Snapchat announced it was using ConnectID to verify peoples ages, we wondered - what the hell is that? Turns out it might just be the perfect solution to not just age verification but a whole range of identity issues. Plus you calls and tech questions this week, including perhaps the most amazing and outrageous telco mobile number porting story we've ever heard! Get in touch thanks to Vodafone text us on. 0477 657 657 all thanks to Swann home security!
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All the new Amazon devices, plus your tech questions!
25/11/2025 Duration: 52minAmazon devices country manager Jacqui Corbett joins the show to talk about all the exciting new products coming from Amazon - time to upgrade your smart home gear? Plus, to upgrade Oura or go cheap? Smart ring advice. Finding a good retro gameboy console and more of your tech questions answered. Ask your own question, text 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone. The EFTM Podcast, thanks to SWANN Home Security.
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Kids Social Media Ban: eSafety Commissioner joins Trevor Long
18/11/2025 Duration: 53minAustralia's eSafety Commissioner joins Trevor to talk about the upcoming changes for Social media and kids, the pressure on her role, and the conspiracy nut jobs around December's change in safe search rules. Follow up calls on Roaming data, questions of Speed issues online. And the great eSIM debate - why can't we use multiple phones! All thanks to SWANN - and get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657
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Kids Social Media ban a month away, plus our relationship with work and technology
11/11/2025 Duration: 01h21minCam Wilson from Crikey.com.au and TheSizzle.com.au joins me to unpack the Kids Social Media Ban - what's happening, what do we expect and what next? Plus the looming changes to search - will you need ID to search on Google? Neil Westhof from HP joins me to talk about how computers have evolved with the workplace and our relationship with work and how AI is enabling new tools for us all. And we catch up with some previous guests to see how they went! Get in touch, thanks to Vodafone text me on 0477 657 657, all thanks to SWANN Home Security.
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How does a firmware update render a product useless?
04/11/2025 Duration: 56minIf your video doorbell did a firmware update and then never worked again - what would you expect to happen? Trev offers three options to this caller Advice on smartphones in a mid-range budget and we learn something more about Cricut! AI for Email - can it work? Security cameras for a large area and a new laptop - is it needed? Get in touch any time 0477 657 657 send a text!
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Handheld gaming revolution and the Cricut craft revolution!
28/10/2025 Duration: 01h04minThis week I'm joined by Glenn Rogers, Executive Vice President of Cricut - not the sport, the global crafting phenomenon - what is it, and what can it be used for? And Bradley Howe from ASUS joins to talk about the stunning ROG Xbox Ally X - a portable gaming device like no other. Plus your calls on tech questions! Send me and SMS anytime thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657 - all thanks to Swann!