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Trev's never seen it, and also never heard of it - but perhaps he's not the only one. Disclosure is an erotic thriller which was directed by Barry Levinson and stars Michael Douglas and Demi Moore Based on a Michael Crichton novel set over a week in an office which is going through a merger process while also working on some amazing new technology and has some hurdles in production. The story takes a twist when Demi Moore's character and Michael Douglas' character seemingly rekindle and old flame. More than just a though-starter that's for sure. Watch, Revisit and unpack with Trevor and Stephen, thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Apple's next gen operating system for iPhones is now available to test out in Public Beta. Stephen and Trevor run through some of the new features and test out the disappearing messages and what happens with the devices that aren't updated. Telstra brings its call centres home with all your customer service calls being answered here in Australia from now - what is the impact of that on customers? Withings releases a classic watch with all the smarts and Trev's a big fan. STM's latest multi-device charger is the perfect travel companion, and all the sport in 4K even on streaming.

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!

Samsung retains top spot ahead of Apple in the smartphone category, foldable smartphones have experienced huge growth and we go through the rumours ahead of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 launch next month, the tips to keep you safe online at tax time, we look at not one smartwatch but two – the Huawei Watch D which can take your blood pressure and the Withings ScanWatch Horizon which looks like a regular watch, we also road-test the Samsung Bespoke Jet Pro Stick Vacuum and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Random thoughts

What is the Matrix? If you don't know by now then you're as out of the loop as Trev was, if you do then come on a journey to unpack an outstanding film that was shot in Sydney! A movie that defined a new genre of action sequences and film techniques while at the same time blowing the minds of the audience with the layered complexity that is The Matrix. Starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Joe Pantoliano - Stephen Fenech educates Trevor Long on all things Blue and Red pill thanks to Fetch and Hisense.

Optus has joined Telstra in upping their monthly prices, which begs the question - why don't more people switch and save? It baffles Trev and Stephen. Meanwhile Stephen has the gigabit upgrade option - should he take it? Chargefox in the hands of Australia's Motoring groups, and that's a good thing. Telstra blocking THOUSANDS of scam texts per minute and a question about Desert Island Tech.

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

It’s 15 years since the first iPhone went on sale, next Apple Watch will tell you if you’re running a fever, Bowers & Wilkins releases its latest noise cancelling headphones, we take a look at the Astell and Kern UW100 earphones, Philips Pico Projector allows you enjoy your movies and games anywhere on a grander scale, Uniden’s new car kit means you can take your radio anywhere and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Ranting and raving

Is the current shift toward electrification of cars the biggest change in the motoring industry's history? Thanks to BMW, Trevor and Stephen sit down to discuss this shift and the approach the BMW group is taking to continue their efforts towards sustainability as a company. In this show, we look at the myths about electric cars, as well as the level of choice available to consumers across the BMW range. Nick Raman from BMW has amazing insights and it's a great education into just how the car industry is evolving.

An early 1980's gem, pardon the pun - with Harrison Ford starring as Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark. Trev's knowledge of it is slim, so Stephen brings a range of insights into the creation and making of this Oscar winner. Timeless as well, with many more Indiana Jones made since including another one today. Join Trevor and Stephen with Fetch and Hisense as we unpack the Best Movies you've never seen

An unfamiliar area for the boys, but they're discussing Laundry Tech with the latest LG timesaver a nifty idea, the concept of AI in a washing machine and the apps that make it all wokr. Plus Samsung in deep water over their advertising of some older devices, but time has passed and healed all wounds, except the $14million in fines. Apple's MacBook Pro 13 inch is out and the boys are all over it. F122 is out and of course Trev is right over it... and the Arlo Go 2 - perfect for so many situations.

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

Did Apple just confirm its rumoured VR headset, our first impressions of the Tesla Model Y and our growing appetite for EVs, the app that can make it easier to take a sickie, we take a look at the Arlo Go 2 4G camera, we road-test the M2 13-inch MacBook Pro, the Belkin product that can protect you from an expensive Apple Watch repair and we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Origin to NSW, but we're up and leaving... where to?

A Silly Action Movie - but awesome as well. This 1997 Jerry Bruckheimer film stars Nicolas Cage, John Cusack and John Malkovich who are all part of a story surrounding prisoner transfers. The worst of the worst criminals are on a plane, alongside a man on his way to parole based freedom when things go down on board. It's an action film, but also a bit mad, so it's a lot of fun too - but as Stephen and Trevor find out, there's also some really deep thought. Catch it now on Fetch up on your big-screen Hisense TV then re-live it with us!

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.

Trev's in Vegas for the Amazon Re:MARS event and explains what it's all about with news with Alexa, Robots and even Space travel. Meanwhile Stephen talks about Optus making eSIMs available to all their MVNO brands which is a big win for consumer competition. Playstation's new Pricing tiers for Playstation Plus launch this week, we've got the rundown on that, plus the new way to chuck a Sicky - there's an app for that. And We've got the Gadgets holding value and a special edition Star Wars TV!