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KMSB Fox 11 Daybreak – Taking a look at the Asus Chromebook C523NA

For today’s segment Andy Taylor of TechtalkRadio visited the KMSB Fox 11 Studios and shared some info on the Asus Chromebook. We are hearing more of students in both the high school level as well as in some of the Tucson Area Trade Schools and Continuing education using Chromebooks for not only school but also many of the features we use windows or apple based computers on.

A question that some salespeople are asked in regards to Chromebooks is “Does it run windows?” The short answer is No, however some modifications can be done to enable this but honestly, Why? Over the years we have seen the Chromebook develop into a real player in the Mobile Laptop space with the Google OS (Operating System) While for some it may take a little getting used to however with Google Docs, Users can create documents and save – print and share these. Users can take full advantage of the cloud with the online service on a WiFi connection however users can also work offline with the Chromebook.

We are looking at the Asus C523NA which I picked up for under $300 with Touchscreen. This Intel Pentium N4200 Processor at 1.10Ghz based machine features 64GB internal storage which may seem minuscule compared to 512GB to 1TB we see on higher end Laptops running the Microsoft Windows Operating system however the concept is a machine that is battery saving, lighter and integrates well with the Internet. For those that have a preference to using Microsoft Products, Office Online is available as an App giving access to a version of Word and Excel for starting at a 6.99 a month fee which includes Skype Video Calling.

The Chromebook comes equipped with an HD Cam. The Google Product Line allows you to upload and download photos, share them within google photos – All that is a part of the Google Apps. The C523NA features 2 USB 3.0 slots and a satisfying battery life of around 6-10 hours of course depending on the work you are doing. It works with the Google Chrome browser.

While Andy may not want to qualify this us a laptop only due to confusion between Windows Based Laptops and Mac Books
it essentially is, but running Google OS.

The price is right as well – You can find Chromebooks very reasonably priced at under $300

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Quiet!! Mama’s Listening

It’s the latest Episode of TechtalkRadio Now Available! A WHOLE bunch of Topics in todays “Showgram” (Thanks Jeff n Jer) – We also give you some insight into what Mitch Goldstone and the Staff at Scan My Photos has come up with to help Declutter! One Cent Per Scan Photo Scans! Here is this Weeks Official Summary! Thanks for Listening and Please Subscribe and Share! 

TechtalkRadio – Quiet, Mama’s Listening!

The guys have certainly known each other a While, Andy Taylor (Looks Like Luigi from Mario Brothers) and John Broadway (Bottom Left)

Justin gets snowed in back at home in Denver and John Broadway and Andy Taylor share some of the latest ideas in Technology. Andy tries to get the proper pronunciation on saying Wisconsin from John. After Andy comments on a photo of Johns home in Wisconsin, the guys have to talk in a subdued tone as John’s wife will put the kibosh on a future drone purchase. John explains why. What would be today’s features he would be looking for in a new drone?

The guys talk about hoarding Technology and why it is so hard to sometimes let go of older computers. Spring Cleaning can also apply to your digital world and Andy talks with friend of the show Mitch Goldstone of Scan My Photos about a great way to downsize boxes and boxes of photo album with a deal that is amazing. A recent write up by Oprah Winfrey on the services Mitch’s company offers with great solutions for securing these images for the future. An Article in a Sun City Arizona newspaper also shared the service as a great way for seniors to save space with digital scanning of those images. Mitch shares with us a tremendous offer at 1Cent per image Scanning, Mitch explains how it works on the show as well as why this needs to be done.

The guys talk about various options for Online Storage and how backups can also be done on the cloud service however not as a main backup storage. Passwords have you perplexed? The guys share some info on passwords and why it’s important to really develop a good password strategy. John shares some tips on creating stronger passwords and gives credit to Google on the Google Authenticator.

John and Andy talk about Online and Computer/Console based games. The guys share some of the great games in years past. A Rumor gets Andy all giddy regarding a PC Version of Red Dead Redemption 2, it was just that – a rumor. John and Andy share the importance of knowing the games your kids are playing and what they are doing on the computer, it can be a great bonding experience.

Our Website of the Week is a service call Crowdfire. A social media management tool for bringing some of your social media apps together to post to multiple sites. This can be a Great idea for Public service and businesses to promote product or service.

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KMSB Fox 11 Segment – Featuring the Samsung Galaxy S10 from Verizon Wireless

In this Weeks Segment for KMSB Fox 11, We feature the latest Smartphone Technology from Samsung with the All New Samsung Galaxy S10. Samsung recently launched three new devices under the S10 line, the Samsung Galaxy S10E, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10 Plus

The Samsung Galaxy S10, sent to us by Verizon Wireless, is loaded with some great new features. The Screen is amazing, one of the brightest screens we’ve have seen., The Home Button is gone instead you control the phone with gestures. The Samsung Galaxy S10 we are looking at, it has four lenses for really capturing the perfect moment!

Two 12mp lenses are on the rear of the Samsung Galaxy S10. One telephoto, one wide angle and a 16mp Ultra Wide. For the forward camera users will find a 10mp selfie camera, in all this equates to some stunning photos in just about any condition, and video fares just as good with 4K 60fps.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 “Super Steady” feature gives you much smoother videos, even with action videos. One of the features we really love is wireless charging with Wireless Power Share, friend low on power which is wireless charging capable? Hook them together, by laying them on one another and charge your friends device! It can even work with Galaxy Buds or Smart Watch!

The Battery is 3400 mAh which is rated to get you all day use based of course on your use!

Storage for the Samsung Galaxy S10 is available in 128GB or 512GB but also will accept an Micro SD card with an additional 512GB, Price from Verizon is 899 for 128GB and 1149.00 for 512GB. The S10 Plus which has a little larger screen and other features including an extra forward lens, for the 1tb model it is $1599.00

During the Segment we referred to the Storage on the S10 as 528GB (Live TV) it is 512GB

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Testing out the Logitech 4K BRIO Desktop Camera

We are impressed! Logitech sent us over the Logitech 4K BRIO Pro Desktop Camera to test out and feature on our KMSB Fox 11 Segment. It will be difficult to be able to show all the features of the BRIO on our segment so we decided to through a demo here on the TechtalkRadio Website. I will start off noting the very first feature to notice out of the box is the elimination on the hard wired USB cable to the webcam. Over the years we have only had it happen a couple of times but a cord could get damaged and then, that was pretty much it for that camera (yes, we know there are videos on the web on correcting this.) The Camera is connected via a USB C type connection to USB, a long cable is provided for that and can be completely disconnected if need be. Strong Sturdy construction on the base can affix the BRIO snugly to the top of a monitor or to a portable tripod. After download the free Logitech Capture Software from the website, we find so many neat features to use. Rather then run down a list we decided to use the camera itself to show these features on the fly. The BRIO also features a Privacy shutter and nice carrying bag for the cable and BRIO.

We will post our segment from KMSB on Monday but hope you are able to get a better view of the Logitech 4K Pro BRIO with this video!

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New Show Available! Living The High Life in The La Quinta Inn!

Andy Taylor and Justin Lemme

In this TechtalkRadio Show, Justin and Andy try to change up the opening we’ve been using since 1996 and it’s an absolute disaster. The guys ask for listeners to send audio/voice of their favorite Technology so we can use it during the show opener. The guys talk about Email hacks and now some are using phone hacks to spoof phone numbers. In this new day an age, answering the phone has become a hassle not a joy. Leave a message or get blocked. Google finds a Zero Day Vulnerability and warns users to immediately update Chrome. While Andy did reinstall Google Chrome he takes a moment to discuss the steps to update Google Chrome. Justin has an Oops moment and it involves his gaming keyboard and Superglue?

With Justin’s blooper on his keyboard the guys talk about some of the great options for gaming keyboards and discuss the differences in price and quality on keyboards. The guys have been really impressed with what is available from Logitech. Logitech even makes a keyboard, the K400 Plus which can work with Smart TV’s making it easier to type in passwords for Amazon, Hulu and other streaming networks.

A new survey is out still suggesting that over 10,000 people surveyed, they still use 123456 as passwords. Some thoughts shared on this and why it should be changed right away. Justin shares the website Lastpass.com as a solution for creating good passwords.

Justin shares a great video gaming stream from Darkness429 with his buddy going at it with a game title called Who’s Your Daddy with hilarious results. Listeners can watch it on the Facebook Page for Darkness429 titled Dad Simulator. The guys talk about Roblox and how this is a great way to not
only play a game but also create!

Justin shares a compelling story of the 8th anniversary of the massive earthquake and tsunami in Japan. He was there and shares the experience as he prepares for another trip back to
Japan. We wish him and his family safe travels and look forward to his return. With the Big outages this past week, Andy and Justin share some sites to check out when in question of a site down. https://isitdownrightnow.com is one great site for checking system status. Apple also features a system status panel. Andy talks about some new
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