It’s The Halloween edition of TechtalkRadio, and Andy Taylor and Shawn DeWeerd have plenty to talk about, from technology on the road to keeping your digital life from becoming a storage nightmare!
The show kicks off with some exciting news from co-host Justin Lemme, who is missing this week’s episode for a very good reason: he’s picking up an RV! Shawn shares some of the advice he offered Justin before the purchase, including what to inspect, how to prepare for traveling, and the technology that can make life on the road easier. The conversation turns to Starlink satellite internet, RV adventures, and whether getting away from it all should mean disconnecting from technology.
Have you ever thought about starting a podcast? Andy shares a recent conversation with a local business owner interested in launching an RV-themed podcast. Andy and Shawn explain how easy it can be to get started with just a microphone and computer. They discuss Spreaker, OBS Studio, Riverside, and the differences between audio-only podcasts and video productions. They also share how TechtalkRadio evolved from Skype and Zoom to its current Riverside production workflow.
In the listener question segment, Anne from Sahuarita has three problems with her aging laptop: disappearing keyboard lettering, an unreliable touchpad, and a damaged screen courtesy of her cat! Andy and Shawn discuss repair options, replacement costs, and when it makes more financial sense to purchase a new computer. They also explain the warning signs of a swollen laptop battery, sometimes jokingly called a “spicy pillow.”
The conversation moves into video production as Andy shares his experience recording an event with his iPhone using the free Blackmagic Camera app. Shawn explains why smartphone cameras have become powerful tools for professional video production and offers tips for shooting in low light.
Andy also gets hands-on with the ASUS ExpertBook, a premium business laptop featuring an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, OLED display, advanced security capabilities, and AI processing that can take place directly on the device rather than relying on the cloud.
Finally, what happens when your smartphone is completely full and you can’t take another picture? Andy demonstrates the SanDisk iXpand flash drive as a way to transfer photos and free up storage. That leads to a hilarious discussion about digital hoarding, backup drives, cloud storage, and Shawn’s plans for a massive home NAS storage system.
It’s another entertaining hour of practical technology advice, personal stories, and a few laughs with Andy and Shawn.
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