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News13 Segment – Automating Your Routines with ElGato

In this week’s News13 segment on KMSB Fox 11, we are sharing two products which can enable content creators and professionals engaged in virtual meetings for better looking and smooth video. First up, we share the Logitech Litra Beam, a lighting solution designed to meet the demands of modern video and photography setups. Its compact design makes it ideal for space-saving environments, while its powerful yet soft illumination enhances any video or photo scenario. What sets the Litra Beam apart is its versatility—it can be conveniently placed next to your monitor or mounted above it using the included tripod thread, ensuring optimal lighting for your content creation or virtual meetings.

Shifting our focus to streamlining workflows, we present the Elgato Stream Deck MK.2, a game-changer for streamers and anyone seeking efficient program management. With its great design and intuitive interface, the Stream Deck MK.2 simplifies the process of setting up and accessing frequently used programs. Whether you’re integrating it with OBS Studio, Wirecast, or utilizing it during Twitch streams or in a business environment opening Office and Websites, the Stream Deck MK.2 offers great convenience. By easily creating custom macros, users can instantly summon websites or programs with a simple press of a button, thanks to this USB-connected device adorned with easily recognizable icons. Priced at approximately $140, the MK.2 boasts 15 customizable keys, while the XL model ups the ante with 32 keys, catering to diverse workflow needs. Icon packets are available for a small fee at the ElGato marketplace however the users gets a good number to start with. While I wish the step by steps of creating the Macros was better explained there are a good number of video tutorials on the Company Website and independant on the Web.

Both the Litra Beam and the Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 aid the evolving needs of content creators and professionals alike. Whether you’re enhancing your video production setup with versatile lighting or streamlining your workflow with program management

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New Show Posted – Episode 386 “Slapping Your Daddy!”

For this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Almost the entire crew on hand with Andy, Justin, Matt, Slick and Shawn. Justin who has been out for work and vacations tells us about a trip to California, checking out Legoland and then a trip to Nintendo World at Universal along with the Wizardry World of Harry Potter. Justin tells us about attending Moes Tavern which was based on the Simpsons which has Andy tells us about AI rendering of the Simpsons characters in real life. On the way back on his flight on JSX Airlines, Justin realizes he was on the plane with Coach Prime himself Deion Sanders.

Justin got a Photo with Deion Sanders on a Flight to California

We learn about the flight on JSX and why this has become a popular choice for travelers. Justin tells us how the colder temps has affected his EV Tesla Model Y. Justins see temperatures below Zero while Shawn in South Bend experiences even colder temps. Andy and Slick in Tucson must make a point that it was 79 the previous day. Andy forgets that Matt has told the crew about the Oodie while Shawn is wearing his Harry Potter Oodie and shares what the Oodie is all about while Matt shares a tip to make it even more comfortable.

Listener Dave from Palm Springs wants to know about Smart Cameras in the Car when it is parked. While Justin’s solution is to buy a Tesla, Matt tells us about the Ring Car Cam announced last year however Andy tells us this is hard to purchase, unavailable and rough reviews on the Amazon Site. Andy tells us about Owlcam and how this is a great solution yet pricey.

Matt tells us about the story of a man who noticed his LG Washing Machine has transferred over 3GB of Data on his connected device. This brings up the security aspects of devices. Andy has an LG refrigerator that also offers connectivity yet found it was only to tell him when to replace the filter so he didn’t connected. Justin shares the benefits of PiHole. Matt explains the Botnet and how this Washing Machine was compromised. Andy shares a study by the Consumer Technology Association which has what the crew feels is a Low Number of connected devices in the home. Apple Vision Pro will be doing demos at Apple Stores on how it works for a limited time. Listener Dorothy asks if Travel Web Services are ways to save money and better than a Travel Agency. Justin shares it is about Data and how the only sites can use that in marketing. Matt tells us about shopping incognito mode if doing this online however it’s recommended to go through a travel agent.

A Photo of the JSX Terminal that Justin took

Justin tells us about picking up another El Gato Stream Deck and the benefit of having this beyond for the use for Live Video Streaming. Darren in Sahuarita wanted to know the name of a British Comedy Show centering around Tech, Matt tells him it is the IT Crowd and found on Netflix.

Andy tells Justin about the AI Powered Grill, https://seergrills.com/ The Seergrills Perfecta operates at 1652 degrees and claims it can do the perfect steak. The guys share Tech when cooking and products that can make it easier. Matt tells us about https://anovaculinary.com/ Anova while Justin shares Ninja.

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Episode #352 – Drive Failure!

In this Weeks Show Shawn tells us about getting his Synology NAS System in and setting it up. Shawn shares how he received not one bad three bad hard drives. He is now waiting for the replacement drives to come in before being able to get it completed. He has discovered how full featured with options the Synology NAS is and now ever more excited about getting it set up. Justin and Shawn discuss Parity drives and how it can be set up. Shawn tells us about Soldering a Wyze product, the Wyze Wall Switch and why he chose to rework the feature. He found the step by steps on Reddit. Giving the gift of Tech isn’t always appreciated, the guys talk about knowing if the recipient is open to home assistants and if they already have a home setup with Amazon or Google. Justin is participating in a White Elephant Party and decides to get the TP Link Casa Smart Bulbs for the event however it doesn’t go over to well with the Misa. Andy tells us about the iXplore SanDisk Flash drive perfect for the mobile devices.

Shawn decided to spend some money on new products from Wyze such as the Colored bulbs. The guys talk about their wish list for this holiday, for Shawn it’s the El Gato Streamdeck, DJI Avata FP Drone and a Gaming Chair from IKEA. Justin talks about his Chair from Secret Lab and how he was happy with the purchase he made. Andy gets some time and takes up the DJI Mini 3 Pro drone up for a flight and is terrified at the first flight, Justin lets him know it not unusual. Andy tells the story about Axl Rose of Gun’s N Roses and why he is banning drones from their Concerts.

Justin buys himself a Smoker for the outdoor cooking experience. The Master Built Electric Smoker. Justin shares with us the experience and the guys talk about new digital thermometers. Andy talks about shopping for a new refrigerator and found an LG that he really likes and it features Smart Wi-Fi. The guys talk about the Lifespan of a Controlled Colored LED Bulb. Epic Games announces Free Daily Digital Downloads for the Holidays coming December 15 through January 10th.
Justin tells us about RyanHallyall on YouTube and how he delivers the Weather information while Shawn shares Map Info from FAA for Drone Pilots. FAA.maps.arcgis.com

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