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Episode 398 – Better Than a Colonoscopy! Now Available to Stream

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, the Entire crew is on hand Andy, Justin, Shawn, Slick and Matt. Andy notices that most of the crew looks solemn and serious while Justin notes that the scowls look similar to the face after drinking a pre-colonoscopy beverage. Either way they press on and kick off with the Apple Announcements of the New M4 Chip which will in available in the new iPad Pro from Apple. Shawn tells us how his parents which travel have reduced their Technology to an iPad and love the experience of its portability and ease of use. As tablets become more powerful and feature rich, Matt and Justin share how it is viable to use Tablets as replacements for Notebooks or even desktop systems due to the power of Software and Services and connectable Bluetooth folios or keyboards to them tablets.  

Andy notes how the Tablets can be an Entertainment Portal with all the Streaming Services. He also shares a recent product he shared on News13, the Logitech Universal Folio which can hold most tablets in place in a foldable case which features a Bluetooth keyboard.  The guys share some good uses for tablets while Andy focuses on the Broadcasting Aspect in a software called Zetta from RCS. Andy hasn’t had an IPAD since Generation 2, Matt talks about how when he worked for Apple, he was happy with the functionality of the iPad’s and sees how far they have come. Slick uses different tablets and shares his experience with them including one with a strange memory configuration. Shawn has found good use for an older iPad Mini and uses that for his Plex Server. Justin uses his older tablets for Home Assistant. The New IPAD Pro 11′ and 13′ upon the announcement was immediately available to Order from Apple.  

Listener Brian visits a Yard Sale and picks up an used Western Digital My Book for 15 bucks but wants to know how to be protected when taking it home and wanting to use it. The guys talk about the good call that Brian is questioning plugging hardware into the computer and the dangers that could go along with it. Some possible solutions are covered. Justin shares the worst solution which has us in stiches with the reminder, don’t do this at home. There are other problems that could come up buy used storage beyond Malware which offers a bad scenario to consider. Matt gives us a safe legal solution.  

Roberta in Tucson is thinking about cutting the cord and wants to know about switching from Cable to YouTube TV in comparison to her Cable/Internet Provider.  Shawn gives us the basics of how the YouTube TV Service works. Shawn tells us how the Cloud DVR Service works and how YouTube TV does not require converter boxes. Local Channels are available based on IP in most cases. According to Justin, the programming guide is much better than what the cable company provides. What is needed is Hi-Speed internet, a Smart TV or Device such as Roku, Fire Stick Etc. Money Saving would be more than likely and up to three simultaneous streams could be used.  The subject shifts to shopping in Best Buy and helping customers which also conjures memories for Matt.  When it comes to saving money, Matt talks about an Introduction plan for YouTube TV that is available and what you shouldn’t see on your bill. A 7 Day Free Trial should allow enough time to see if it would work for Roberta before cutting the cord.  

Andy talks about CNET’s Jessica Fiero and articles she has been doing surrounding the Apple Watch and Fitness. One article shared how she noticed her relation to health had changed when looking at the results it was guiding her to do even better. After Andy’s recent procedure he decided to invest in the Apple Watch and is also enjoying the experience. Justin shares his respect for the Apple Watch and those health features. He also reminds us that Samsung and Pixel do also offer Watches. There was some confusion as to the Cellular version and Andy shares how the Cellular version is basically a smart phone on your wrist which can act independent of the smart phone while the non-cell version will still interact with an iPhone. Similar to Andy’s situation, Shawn shares his dad was able to use his HSA Account to purchase the Apple Watch due to the fact it is certified as a medical device in recording Hyper Tachycardia.  

Shawn talks about the Popular game Helldivers 2 and how Sony found its very vocal User Base.

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You Are In The Game! A New Episode of TechtalkRadio now Available! Share, Like, Download!

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Justin and Andy kick off the show with a discussion with Petr Hudecek of BDay Games. Petr from the Czech Republic visits to tell us the idea and process to create a Video where it is customized to personalize the experience. Petr created the game as a gift for his wife; after others saw it they wanted it for themselves. Jason from Unique Gifts for Guys shared the concept on his website and that’s when the request began pouring in. Petr explains why this is such a Unique gift.

Andy loves News Be Funny on YouTube. A Majority of segments have been with field reporters doing segments interrupted by Dogs Cats and Spouses. Andy has an issue with his Linksys Router and finds himself rebooting it often. Justin tries the 2 Week free trial of YouTubeTV and shares what he thinks about it! How many people are sharing logins with family members to online streaming services?

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Justin is intrigued by a project called Neuralink he heard about on the Joe Rogan Experience while talking with Elon Musk. Justin shares some of the finer aspects of what this technology could do and helping in the health aspects of society however Shawn and Andy are a little concerned at what this could do. It could change the educational system. The Guys talk about how to update Google Chrome Manually.

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New Show! Sweet Tasting Pi! Episode 270 Without Breaks

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Justin buys himself the Secret Labs Omega Chair and it has arrived. While we are sidetracked by the creepy looking doll hanging out on the Broadway background. Justin talks about the Quality of the chair and the experience putting it together. Justin loves the Secret Labs Omega chair while Andy and Shawn are sitting in old squeaky office chairs; Broadway is lounging on a Love seat.

The guys talk about Sit Stand Desk and why these offer great ergonomics. Some manufacturers of Sit Stand Desks include Fellowes, Steelcase and VariDesk. Shawn tells us about Canon USA now adding software that will allow users to use most Canon DSLR EOS Cameras as a webcam. The guys talk about lenses and photography and wonder on the quality of the Smartphone’s versus DSLR? Broadway brings up a good point as to why the Smartphone’s have excelled in performance and it’s the basics of technology. The guys talk about the Adobe Photoshop program and reminds parents of the Educational Version available. Scott Kelby has been teaching some basics in Webinars on Kelby One.

Shawn and Justin talk about the Raspberry Pi with a new Add on Camera available. The only issue Justin has had with Raspberry Pi is that it runs on Linux although Broadway had made use of running Linux with Windows together. Broadway recommends getting into Linux and Raspberry Pi to learn how tech systems work, plus the Raspberry Pi website has all types of projects users can work with. Andy shares the story about the Woman who bought some Air Pods only at a great price; the photo on the web is hilarious of her getting huge Air Pods BUT, they are an Awesome Bluetooth Speaker!

Justin tells us about this new show on Amazon Prime called Upload. Its a Comedy with a bit of a mystery thrown in and tells a great story. Andy talks about IMDB.TV and all the different sources of programs available including LOST. If you have a fire stick you can watch the shows for free with Ads. Cord Cutters are loving YouTube TV with Local Channels available in most areas and a Cloud DVR. Andy talks about Shamook on YouTube creating a Deep Fake of Raiders of the Lost Ark with Chris Pratt as Harrison Ford.

Justin shares the Website of the Week – A Game Designer can put you in the Game with https://www.bdaygame.com


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New Show – Shut Your Pi Hole!

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio, Justin and Shawn are back with Andy Taylor for their first show coming back for the New Year. The guys talk about building stuff for the kids during the holidays and the dangers of bourbon and building. Shawn shares his love of Lego’s while Justin is super excited at the game show Lego Masters. Justin and Shawn tell us about The Reddit Secret Santa with some great stories of gifts given and received that has happened over the past 11 years with matched up strangers. The guys share the tales of Bill Gates and Elon Musk who participate in The Reddit Secret Santa.


The Windows 7 End of Support Date has Passed yet the Windows 10 Upgrade link was still available as of recording. Justin tell us about a Security Flaw which has the NSA involved in notifying the media to alert users of Windows 10 and Server 2016 to patch the systems immediately. Justin shares the background on this reason to patch. Shawn shares a need to know patch story about Firefox and the reason behind it as well as highlight on a new browser he is starting to use which doesn’t make Justin and Andy overjoyed called Brave.


Justin sets up a Raspberry Pi Zero to connect to Pi Hole, A Black Hole for Internet Ads. In 24 hours it has blocked 36k Query’s and over 4000 ads! The guys talk about CES2020 and coverage they followed by Dave Graveline of Into Tomorrow and Super Radio Pro Fred Jacobs. What is happening with 4k versus 8k technology? Shawn brings up a great point, It is not about the Quantity of Pixels, it is about Quality. Justin explains the differences between QLED and OLED when it comes to the new televisions. The guys talk about YouTube TV and what it represents for Cord Cutters which still want local channels. Robots were big at CES2020 and Andy shares a story about luggage that is robotic that will follow a user around. Andy talks about Waverly Labs and translation devices for understanding foreign languages.


To Wrap up this week’s show, Justin and Shawn talk about the game Escape from Tarkov and why this is such a tremendous game title from Battlestate Games.

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