Ever wondered what happened to those old home movies, VHS tapes, and grainy digital videos sitting on hard drives or tucked away in storage boxes? In this week’s FOX 11 Tech Segment, Andy Taylor explores how modern AI-powered restoration tools are helping preserve family memories and breathe new life into aging video footage.

Using software from Topaz Labs, Andy demonstrates how advanced video enhancement models can reduce noise, improve clarity, sharpen details, and upscale low-resolution footage into high-definition video. The segment highlights Topaz’s Starlight Precise 2.5 model, one of the latest tools designed specifically for video restoration and enhancement.

As a real-world example, Andy revisits a video interview with comedian and actor Tommy Chong that was originally recorded at KLPX Radio in 2004-2005 using a 320×240 digital camera. After processing the footage through Topaz Labs’ restoration tools, the video was transformed into a much cleaner 1280×720 HD version, revealing details that were nearly impossible to see in the original recording.

Whether you’re digitizing old photo albums, preserving Super 8 film, restoring VHS recordings, or upgrading early digital video, today’s AI tools offer powerful new options for digital preservation. Watch the segment to see the dramatic before-and-after results and learn how these technologies can help save your own memories for future generations.

We had some fun this week with the Tech Segment on News13 with Carsyn Currier even though a couple of mishaps made it even more fun. Live TV, What can you do! At least we take a step back in time as we explore the fun side of nostalgic technology!

From rotary phones and corded handsets to cassette tapes and even classic floppy disks, old-school gadgets are making a comeback in surprising ways.

I get to give a quick look at how the Cell2Jack device ($40) lets you connect your smartphone to a vintage rotary or corded phone via Bluetooth, so you can actually make and receive calls the old-fashioned way. Plus, check out the Van Sicklen handset ($20 at Target) for a cool retro vibe and that unmistakable ring.

Sometimes when I am going through the Videos I Find Screen Grabs which give me a good laugh at the Silliness that can happen, Always a lot of fun.

Whether you remember stretching cords across the living room or dramatically slamming the receiver to end a call, this segment is a reminder of why we love bringing back the past. Watch now and relive the charm of yesterday’s tech—updated for today.

For this Weeks Segment on KMSB Fox 11 News 13 – Andy Taylor of TechtalkRadio is looking at a product which has gained a lot of interest and it’s a perfect companion for Gatherings, Summer Vacations and for fun. We are looking at the Camp Snap Camera. The hand size camera that has been designed to enjoy the moment and has eliminated one of the features we have found on Digital Cameras and Smartphones, The Rear Screen.

With the Camp Snap Camera which is available in about 9 different colors. It features a 8mp sensor and while I can say it is designed for kids, many have found it to be a great inexpensive way to capture a photo and not get lost in the moment of taking a photo and then looking at what you took and then snapping others. The Camera ships with a 4GB Micro SD Memory card which could store about 2000 photos.

Taking photos with the Camp Snap Camera is easy, there is no focus, no shutter speed to adjust, it’s all in the camera. The company based in Redondo Beach has also made Filters available, Vintage and Black and White to download and take new photos in that mode. There is free software to apply this and other filters after taking the picture and it’s easy to connect the included USB C cable to the computer to transfer photos and that’s how you can view them.

Lightweight, a great introduction to taking pictures and staying in the moment- The Camp Snap Camera sells for about $65.00, and the response has been great! The company has indicated there could be new devices on the horizon.

For more check out https://www.campsnapphoto.com

In this Weeks Segment for KMSB Fox 11, We gather up some ideas for Gift Giving.

First up is the AquaVault Charge Card! This is a Small, thin, portable charger which resembles a Credit Card and can give a little boost to your Smart Phone when needed. It features a USB-C Cord and Mag Safe capabilities and adapter for the iPhone.

We also took a look at a Kit for Building an FM Radio Reciever easily and part of the Prebox STEM Products. No Soldering, and fun to put together, runs on 3 AAA Batteries.

A Sad day as well, After 8 years of Segments with the always fun Andrew Capasso, he is moving on for a Morning Anchor Position in San Antonio. We wish him the best and will miss him!

In this segment, we shared some gift ideas for Father’s Day. We always think about Scotty from Star Trek yelling out for more power. This can be a great gift idea – not Scotty, but power.

We take a look at the Atomi Charging Hub which features a Qi Wireless Charging pad and Hub. It has 4 USB ports and 1 USB-C Port. The charging pad is for laying the capable smartphone flat for charging and there is also a power port to plug a device into. Find out More about them at https://www.atomiusa.com

We also featured the MyCharge 2 in 1 Charging Stand. The device can charge your smartphone while on the charging dock in portrait or landscape mode and also charge another device with its USB-C port. Find out More about the Company at https://mycharge.com/

Lastly, we featured the Backbone One Controller. Like a game controller, this device made for the iPhone allows the user to plug in the smartphone into the connected controllers and play Xbox Game Pass Games, Steam and PS and others with a subscription to Backbone. The power is provided to the controller via the phone itself and the Backbone also features a headphone port.Check out the Companies website for more Info https://www.playbackbone.com