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New Show Posted : Episode #356 – My Camera Shared What!?


For this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show Andy and Shawn talk about the latest announcement from Wyze with its OG Camera. Shawn picked one up for right around 20 bucks and talks about how the camera line has evolved over the years to present and how easy they are to set up. Microsoft has announced that they are going to stop the sales of the Download of Microsoft Windows 10 on January 31st for those to build a new system or update however as Andy says, the Windows 10 update at record time could still be found on the Microsoft Website. Shawn notes that support for Windows 7 and 8.1 ended January 10. What was recently polled as the best video game of all time? We were surprised at the results, FIFA sports.

Shawn shared the Wyze OG Cam

Inventor of the Leap Pad Jim Marggraff visits the show to talk about the creation back in 1999 of the Leap Pad and how the thought came to create this paper-based multimedia. Jim tells us about connecting with grandchildren and keeping in touch with them using technology. The idea goes beyond sitting in front of them in a face time call, it’s about making the connection. Jim tells us about his new venture, Kinoo Magic Wand which utilizes screen sharing and books along with fun characters on screen during this “Video Call” to engage the child, and of course the grandparent! We also learn of the collaboration with Highlights Magazine for continued content for learning and fun. For more info on the Kinoo Magic Wand look at https://www.kinoo.com

We visit the Netherlands, via the net, and talk with Adrianus Warmenhoven, a Cyber Security Advisor at NordVPN about staying protect when connecting our security cameras around the home. A recent article from Daniel Markuson of NordVPN highlights how some may be streaming their home life online without realizing it. Adrianus tells us about some of the settings which should be configured and how the company NordVPN can add a layer of protection in this and other connections on the web. Check out https://www.nordvpn.com

Shawn talks about some recent TikTok trends regarding the theft of vehicles and a recent article about Forbes reporters that were not to happy with a story around their privacy and TikTok. That article here

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New KMSB Fox 11 Segment

KMSB Fox 11 Segment – Paula Abdul Signature Series Bluetooth Sunglasses and Sofia Sam Lapdesk

In this Weeks Segment for KMSB Fox 11, We give you a look at the new 1 of 1 Connect Paula Abdul Signature Series Bluetooth Audio Sunglasses. A lot to love with these sunglasses which are not only Stylish but deliver comfortable audio to your frames via Bluetooth / More at https://www.paulaabdul.com – Also featured is the Sofia + Sam Laptop Desk with Memory Foam – This offers slide out trays for the mouse and a slot for your smartphone along with large area to handle just about any laptop, also a battery powered lamp for illumination when working in the darkened room or for higlighting.

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New Episode #355 – Don’t Leave home Without it!

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show Andy talks with Justin about the early computers they had and how far the technology of personal computers has come along. Andy tells us about a repair on the Dell 7779 Inspiron which had him frustrated at all the steps just to replace the keyboard. After the complete overhaul, Andy ran into Bitlocker which was enabled however the owner of the laptop did not have the recovery key. A few changes in the Bios enabled this to be bypassed but it was on pins and needles to get to that point. Justin tells us about a problem with his Pixel Watch and a crack that appeared on it and the problems he ran into getting it fixed, it can’t be! Luckily, he purchased with American Express, Justin tells us why! Rick leaves us a comment on our Facebook Page about getting a Secret Labs chair after Justin had mentioned it and how Rick feels about it.

Friend of the Show Mitch Goldstone of ScanMyPhotos.com talks with Andy about preserving photos and film and how they can turn around scanning in one day in most instances with one day scanning and how they provide the expert touch on Slide Carousels and Super 8MM film which digitizes individuals frames. Mitch also shares a warning for those with VHS tapes and another reason they should be preserved. Mitch was able to attend CES2023 and tells us about the show including what the United States Post Office is doing to energize Postage Stamps.

Andy talks with Dijam Panigrahi, Co-Founder of AR/VR GridRaster on the hopes that Apple was going to be more involved in AR/VR. The discussion on Augmented Reality focuses on how companies will employ this technology in the future and where the industry is now. GridRaster works to develop the solutions for companies large and small and Dijam tells us about the importance in design. What is the biggest challenges facing further Development of AR/VR is discussed.

Justin takes a Quiz from Andy’s latest game he is playing on Mobile, Trivia Star which Justin nails. Justin tells us about the Website earthclock.cwandt

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Episode 354 – Which End Do I Talk Into?

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Shawn tells Justin and Andy about trying to travel in the Cyclone Bomb which covered his area between Christmas and New Years and then made a point how important it is to have a Dashcam. The guys talk about different Dash Cams they have tested out from Cobra and Owlcam. Justin tells us about the Nexar Camera he is using, Andy uses the Garmin Speak with Alexa while Shawn is using the Rexing after trying out the Yi. Andy talks about looking for a tablet over the holidays and was torn between the iPad and Samsung Tab. Shawn tells us about the latest info from a breach that occurred at LastPass. The guys remind us this could open up some to phishing attacks. Andy has noticed even phishing attacks have been coming from game players in communications while playing Words with Friends 2.

After discovering which end of the Microphone to speak into, the guys talk about a Recent poll which found the top digital assistant for your smartphone was ranked Google Assistant. The guys talk about how Data from voice searches may be used after your searches. CES 2023 is right around the corner and we welcome Kinsey Fabrizio to talk about this year’s show and what to expect. With CES 2023, This year we will see everything from Electric Boats, Personal EVOL Aircraft along with products and science in Health and living to make life easier.

Andy had some fun checking out Epic Games Free Holiday Downloads and he discovers how bad he is at FPS Games after getting Wolfenstein yet had a great time with Lego Builders Journey.

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Episode 353 – What’s Justin Smoking!?

In this Weeks Show Shawn asks the question to all of us, what is the One Thing we want for Christmas, but we know we won’t get. Justin tells us it would be a upgrade to his Smoker, he wants the Traeger. Shawn wants the DJI Arvada Drone that works in FPV Mode or a Wireless N64 Controller for his switch, lately they have been hard to get. After the numbers, the Nintendo Switch was the biggest seller for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Justin still wants the company to update the Switch. Justin also wants to get a PlayStation 5 Digital Edition. Andy asks Justin and Shawn which the best game is to get for the Nintendo Switch. Justin recommends Mario Odyssey or Legends of Zelda Breath of the Wild. Andy fires up the Free Epic Games Star Wars Squadron and finds out he is out of practice for Action Games. And says he wants a better graphics card and is flip flopping between the 3080 – 4090 and Radeon 7900.

Justin shares more of his experience with the Master Built Smoker and how YouTube videos have helped pick up new recipes and styles. YouTube continues to be a great place to learn about all kinds of How To Do to It. Andy tells us about buying a Whirlpool Stove with Air Frying yet no instructions on how to use the Air Frying Features however YouTube was a place he found how to get it done. Shawn tells us about setting up his Synology NAS and how YouTube also helped for that. Shawn Recommends Data Hoarders for learning about how to completely set it up. The guys talk about the Hording of Data and how it becomes an issue with more storage. Andy has used the Duplicate File Program within Roxio NXT Pro 9 and has been very happy with it.

The guys talk about some of the shows we have finally watched on Streaming Services, Justin watches Free guy and loves it while Andy finally has seen Top Gun Maverick while Shawn has watched Bullet Train.

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