Optus looking to move past the Cyber Attack having waited a month to contact all customers
Optus has come out from hiding to make a public announcement about their Cyber Attack and the...
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Arlo offering Cash Back on Arlo Cameras until January 1
Sometimes it’s the simple incentive that gets you over the line, and Arlo knows it because...
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Medibank cyber attack drama continues to evolve – number affected still unknown – counselling on offer
Medibank is describing their recent cyber attack as a distressing development as the company...
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Apple puts prices up on Music, TV+ and Apple One
Aussies are digging deeper into their pockets for subscription services with Apple putting up...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 25 – Suunto 5 Peak – Valued at $399
If you’re into the outdoors and or fitness, the Suunto 5 Peak is the smartwatch for you. And...
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iPad 10th generation Review – Colourful and Powerful bunch – with one curious decision
Apple’s 10th Generation iPad is a masterpiece of design, following in the footsteps of the...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 24 – Twelve Months Stan and Stan Sport valued at $372
We’re so excited about all 31 days of EFTM’s favourite things – because every...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 23 – Satechi Laptop Accessories pack worth $298
It’s a common joke among those who criticise, and frankly those who use Apple laptops that...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 22 – Belkin Smartphone accessory pack worth $500!
You’ve got a smartphone, but do you have all the accessories you need? Belkin have a premium...
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EFTM’s Favorite Things – Day 21 – Apple AirTags and Accessories worth $240!
If you know EFTM, you KNOW we love the Apple AirTags, probably one of the best gadgets we have...
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UPDATE: Medibank confirms – Hacker is real, they have your data
Following this mornings word from Medibank that they are now dealing with a ransom demand, the...
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Medibank Cyber Attack turns to Ransom over your personal health information – what you need to know today
When we told you about the Medibank Cyber Attack there was no evidence that customer information...
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EFTM’s Favorite Things – Day 20 – Your Choice! XBOX or PS5 – Valued at $799!
Oh now this is a doozy! Not the most expensive prize in our 31 days, but perhaps the most sought...
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New Apple TV 4K adds HDR10+ and Siri Remote goes USB-C
Faster performance, improved picture quality capabilities and a gradual shift to USB-C headline...
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New iPad with refreshed design and four colours launches at $749
This morning Apple revealed the biggest update to iPad in many years, if you don’t count the...
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New iPad Pro with M2 announced with WiFi 6E and an Apple Pencil “hover” feature
Apple has overnight announced several new products including a new iPad Pro with the latest M2...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 19 – Complete RØDE podcasting pack valued at $2,500!
We’re really excited that Aussie legends Rode have come to the party with a cracker prize...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 18 – Oppo Reno 8 Pro and Enco X Headphones worth $1,498!
If you’re looking for a new smartphone and some wireless in-ear headphones then...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 17 – Thrustmaster T-GT II for Playstation valued at $1,099
If you’ve got a Playstation and you love racing games, we’ve go a Favourite thing for...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 16 – Uniden DashView 50R Valued at $499
Every car should have a Dashcam. It’s really that simple. So, we’ve picked our...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 15 – Breville FoodCycler Valued at $495
Just think for a moment about how much you throw in the bin that is just food scraps. That banana...
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Optus Data Breach: Customer passport bungle – The CEO has to resign
It has been three weeks and two days since Optus suffered a massive and what they call...
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TAG launches two limited edition Mario Kart themed watches
The Super Mario smart connected watch from TAG Heuer was a huge success a little over a year ago...
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Medibank alerts customers to possible Cyber Attack
Yet another Cyber Attack is being reported, this time Medibank who reported yesterday they had...
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Netflix with ads launches in Australia November 4 priced at $6.99
If the entry level $10.99 Netflix plan is too much for you, Netflix is launching it’s...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 14 – Amazon Echo Show 15 valued at $399
There are a heap of Amazon Echo speakers on the market, small ones, ones with screens, ones that...
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Polestar 3 SUV revealed – $135,000 and over 600km range
Electric car company Polestar has revealed their next EV the Polestar 3 – an impressive...
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Dyson Gen5Detect Review – Their latest vacuum reeks of innovation
Dyson’s latest top of the line vacuum isn’t just a new model, it doesn’t just...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 13 – Cricut Joy and Starter Pack valued at over $500!
Don’t for a second think crafts are just for your wife, there’s a million things you...
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Hyundai and KIA to get over the air updates from 2025 in new connected car operating system
The Hyundai Motor Group has announced a suite of high-tech features coming to their brands...
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Telstra explains customer ID data retention, and calls for a future with Digital Identity
Amidst an environment of great concern around just why companies are asking for our ID then...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 12 – Arlo Go 2 Security Camera valued at $429
Security is important, be it at your home, your new home construction site, your holiday home,...
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Podcast: EFTM – A flashback 15 years!
Does the ACCC represent consumers? Consumers looking for competition? That’s my question...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 11 – JBL Live Pro 2 True Wireless earphones valued at $199!
There’s headphones, then there’s great headphones. With JBL you always get the latter...
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Regional Mobile coverage and competition under the microscope as ACCC considers TPG and Telstra coverage sharing
The ability for over four million Australians to shop around and find a better mobile deal is...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 10 – Logitech MX Keys and MX Master 3 Mouse Combo – worth $399
If there’s a product you choose to use on every computer in your office and at home, then...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 9 – STM Dux Backpack valued at $269!
It doesn’t matter if you’re a student, office worker, traveller or gym junkie –...
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German airline Lufthansa bans AirTags in checked bags – good luck with that!
How’s this for the most ridiculous decision ever. German airline Lufthansa is reportedly...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 8 – Tech 4 Pets Smart Pet Feeder with Camera valued at $299
Well your favourite thing might be man’s best friend or your cute and cuddly kitty cat. So,...
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Turn your old photo Negatives into Digital photos! Awesome Kodak Slide n Scan Digital Film Scanner Review
I’m old enough to remember buying film for a camera, taking photos with care and paying to...
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Optus STILL hasn’t contacted all its customers? Telstra keeps showing them how it’s done.
It has been fifteen days since Optus went public about their massive and...
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Netgear Orbi WiFi 6E (RBKE963) Review – The most advanced WiFi system for the ultimate connected home
When I first reviewed the Netgear Orbi system almost six years ago I said it “redefines...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 7 – Backbone One Playstation Edition valued at $179
For the gamers, our Day 7 giveaway is the Backbone One Playstation Edition. Take your iPhone and...
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iPhone 14 Plus Review – For when Big is Better
Big is better they say, and for some reason that might just be why they’ve been holding out...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 6 – Netgear Meural WiFi Photo Frame valued at $649
Day 6 and we’re almost rounding out week one of our October giveaway, 31 prizes in 31 days...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 5 – $500 Special Gift Card!
Giving a gift-card is lame – hell no. We reckon gift-cards are one of the most thoughtful...
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Podcast: EFTM – What is Identity Protection and some non-Optus content
Optus is still dragging the chain on customer contact and help, so I’m here for those with...
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Alternatives to Optus – for customers fed up and wanting a change
Optus certainly isn’t winning any new customers right now, and what’s worse is they...
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BREAKING: Twitter – Edit tweets now available in Australia
Do you make enough mistakes in your typing to justify paying $6.99 per month to Twitter for the...
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EFTM’s Favourite Things – Day 4 – Chromecast with Google TV – Valued at $99
The Chromecast with Google TV may be just $99, and by far the cheapest of our 31 prizes over the...
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