Some bonus material for our regular listeners. We are close to releasing Show 69, but for timing reasons, a chunk of the show had to be removed. Here it is, for your listening pleasure. Pete has encountered trouble with both o2 (and its iPhone 4S Fast Track Policy), and Comet (with its laptop returns policy). Pete has a bit of a whinge. We understand he is feeling better now. If you want to comment, go to https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/blog . Like our Off The Record? Follow us on Facebook or Tw...
Oct 29, 2011•9 min
Apple announced the new iPhone 4S on the 4th of October 2011. Pete and Carl got together after the announcement to put together a few thoughts on the new phone from Apple. More at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/iphone4s
Oct 06, 2011•11 min
In FrequencyCast Show number 68, Carl and Pete get hands-on with a service that could be the future of gaming - OnLive. We also discuss plans to revive an old British satellite, eBook news from both Amazon and Waterstones, plus a BT Vision facelift. We also hear your views on Google+ and take a look at majestic Air Swimmers. In the news, more Freeview HD channels on the way, iPhone 5 and the digital switchover hits a milestone. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast68.html
Oct 01, 2011•31 min
OnLive, the online gaming platform launched in September 2011. We will be featuring this exciting new gaming proposition in Show 68. Here is the full audio, some of which you can hear in FrequencyCast Show 68. As bonus material for our listeners, here is the full review, before we had to edit it. Take a listen to Pete and Carl explore the new service, and try out a couple of games. For more on OnLive, plus pics, go to https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/onlive.html , where you will also find a trans...
Sep 29, 2011•19 min
For FrequencyCast Show 67, Carl and Pete venture out of the studio on a quest for Geocaches as we explore the fast-growing high-tech treasure hunt. Also in the show, mobile phone news, plans for local TV in 65 towns, the price of Sky Movies, new tech words in the dictionary and a top data-saving Smartphone app called Onavo. In the news, new Freeview channels, Samsung Galaxy and Google TV, and we answer your questions on TRVs, Internet TV, the iPhone 5, wi-fi printing and iPlayer mobile. Links an...
Sep 01, 2011•31 min
In August 2011, Carl and Pete went out to explore Geocaching, the outdoor hobby that uses GPS and Smartphones to track down hidden treasure. We feature Geocaching in Show 67 of our radio show, but did not have time in the show to include the full audio from our field trip. Here it is, as bonus material for our listeners. For more on Geocaching, please go to: https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/geocaching.html
Aug 30, 2011•15 min
For FrequencyCast Show 66, Pete and Carl travel to London to explore the Home Technology Event 2011. At the show, we talk to suppliers of home automation technology, gadget cleaning products and energy-saving accessories. Also in the show, we get hands on with two underwater devices, find the smallest wi-fi camera in the world, and talk about a new rival to Sky called Real Digital. In the news, price cuts for the 3DS, Sky Sports offers, plus TV service price wars, and we answer your questions on...
Aug 01, 2011•31 min
In FrequencyCast Show number 65, we take a look at concerns that new 4G data services could cause big problems for Freeview viewers. We also discuss the BBC Alba controversy, the future of SeeSaw, the new Sky Go service and the Nintendo Wii U. In the news, cheaper European roaming, the Scottish digital TV switchover, and the end of the Space Shuttle programme. We look at the Home Technology Show 2011, our studio is attacked by squirrels, and the Argos catalogue goes to TV. Plus your questions on...
Jul 01, 2011•31 min
FrequencyCast Show 64 takes a look at the future of the Internet. The upcoming changes to the Internet in the form of IPv6 continues to be a hot topic of discussion with our listeners, and in this show, we have an exclusive interview with Richard Fletcher, boss of Internet firm Plusnet to see how the changes affect us all. Pete and Carl discuss the dangers of Internet filters creating a Bubble around online netizens, and look at changes to TalkTalk and Skype. Plus news on BBC HD, Apple announcem...
Jun 01, 2011•31 min
In May 2011, FrequencyCast secured an exclusive interview with Richard Fletcher, the Chief Operating Officer of UK Internet Provider Plusnet. We discuss the upcoming changes to the Internet as a result of IPv6, look at the challenges facing ISPs, and talk about what we can expect to change over the next 5 years. Richard also outlines the Plusnet unlimited overnight download policy. For a transcript of the interview, go to https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/plusnetinterview.html
Jun 01, 2011•15 min
In FrequencyCast Show 63, Carl and Pete take a look at what they discovered in Birmingham for Gadget Show Live 2011. We play clips from some of our interviews from the exhibition and summarise what we found at the massive UK consumer electronics show. In the news, we look at Apple and Sony security concerns, the London switchover and Virgin radio. Plus questions on BT Vision upstairs and DAB on Jersey.
May 01, 2011•31 min
In FrequencyCast Show 62, Pete and Carl discuss upcoming changes to the Internet as a result of IPv6. We also get to play with the new Nintendo 3DS games console to see how good the glasses-free 3D is, and take a look at a disposable digital camera for under a tenner. In the news, more regions go digital, plans to scrap some BBC local radio output, Powerline Adapters are back, and GPS jammers. We also answer your questions on analogue TV, Yesterday and the iMax Mini.
Apr 01, 2011•31 min
A short update from Carl and Pete at FrequencyCast. We look at news of new releases from Apple, changes to BBC radio stations, and an update on changes at YouView. We play a couple of new podline calls, and get hands-on with a new type of disposable camera. Oh, and we talk to an angry bird.
Mar 18, 2011•18 min
In FrequencyCast Show 61, Pete and Carl explore all things streaming - how to listen to your music wirelessly, and how to watch video content and photos on your telly without messy cables. We also get hands-on with the new Home Hub 3 from BT, look at two wearable mobile phones, and take a first look at an Olympus speech to text recorder and a laptop broadcaster. YouView, iPlayer and Vodafone make our news headlines.
Mar 01, 2011•31 min
Audio update released on the 17 February 2011. News on Channel 5, Sky and Channel One, Waze, the new BT Home Hub 3 and BBC Radio 7, plus discussion on tablet computing, broadband migration, 3D format wars and web advertising.
Feb 17, 2011•13 min
For FrequencyCast Show 60, Pete and Carl talk Tablet Computing, and pit the leading tablet, the iPad, with the Samsung Galaxy Tab. In the news, delays to the launch of YouView, all change for Sky HD, BBC cuts and wi-fi hotspots. Plus your questions on batteries, BT Vision, Virgin and weather stations.
Feb 01, 2011•30 min
In this unscheduled audio update, you will hear news about ITV1, Heart, Mac Store and the Chumby. Pete and Carl also go through some of your feedback on Scalextric, DAB, footy and a little controversy on Internet advertising.
Jan 13, 2011•15 min
For FrequencyCast Show 59, Pete and Carl take a look back at the last 12 months of TV and Tech, play back some classic clips from the last year, and discuss what we can expect around the corner. The award-winnning team also look at Sky HD EPG changes and the December Skype fail, as well as some TV channel news. In Interaction, how to load maps onto your camera and the Freeview HD 5.1 surround sound controversy
Jan 01, 2011•31 min
A 20 minute bonus update from Carl and Pete with some podcasting news, an update on the Virgin TiVo, Google Laptops, Broadband survey feedback, your emails and our Bring A Toy To Work Day.
Dec 15, 2010•19 min
FrequencyCast Show 58 sees Pete and Carl going back to the subject of Broadband. What makes a good provider, what deals are hot, and how easy is it to switch? The lads also torment the FrequencyCast cat with a retro eighties Big Trak. In the news, we see a new trend for tablet newspapers, the end to naughty channels, and BT 3D is upon us. Plus your comments on tablets, slow broadband speeds and HD DVD recorders. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast58.html
Dec 01, 2010•30 min
A brief update from Carl and Pete before our December show. 11 minutes of chat about BBC iPlayer, news from the iTunes Store and Karotz. We also look at your emails and tweets, as well as talk Zombies and underpowered servers
Nov 19, 2010•12 min
In FrequencyCast Show 57, Carl and Pete explore the new-look second generation Apple TV box, and see how it could replace the trip to Blockbusters. We also hit the road with the new TomTom Go Live 1000 touchscreen sat nav, and look at a covert keyring. In the news, the new BBC One HD channel and a recall of some BT Vision Powerline adapters. Plus your comments on tablets, streamers, 3D and PIN codes. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast57.html
Nov 01, 2010•31 min
In FrequencyCast Show 56, Carl and Pete get all three dimensional with discussion of the various types of 3D. We also get hands-on with the Triax Tri-link TV distribution kit and cover common HD questions. As a new feature, we look at a classic piece of tech - in this show, we talk about the trusty pocket calculator. Plus your questions on the Amazon Kindle, Olympus recorders and Freeview after the switchover. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast56.html
Oct 01, 2010•31 min
The UK Amazon Kindle eBook Reader reviewed by FrequencyCast. Carl and Pete looked at the Kindle for the first time just after release in August 2010, as we featured in Show 55. Now, Pete has had a week of hands-on time to get to grips with the game-changing Kindle book reader. This is our first full Kindle review, which includes answers to your Kindle questions. For pictures and a full review, go to https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/kindle.html
Sep 26, 2010•28 min
A brief update from Carl and Pete on the changes at Global Radio, a new TomTom sat nav, good news for T-Mobile and Orange users, new toys from Apple, and an alert that we have created a Kindle guide. FrequencyCast Update released 15th September 2010. Spread the word!
Sep 15, 2010•11 min
In FrequencyCast Show 55, Carl and Pete take their first look at the game-changing Kindle, the new eBook reader from Amazon. We also explore the new Sky Anytime+ service, explain what Project Canvas will offer in 2011, and try out some social collaboration software. In the news, two Facebook rivals on the way, ITV on the PS3, plus lots of TV and radio channel news. We also help you to park your car and coil your cables. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast55.html
Sep 01, 2010•30 min
In FrequencyCast Show 54, Carl and Pete discuss the BT Vision and Sky sports wars, and get hands-on with the smallest wi-fi radio in the world. We also discuss the upcoming FM Radio Switchover, and look at the Apple climb-down over the iPhone 4 AntennaGate reception problems. In the news, BBC apps, a new Kindle is launched, some HD channel news and the end of speed cameras, plus a wind-up gadget and your emails, calls and tweets. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast54.ht...
Aug 01, 2010•31 min
In FrequencyCast Show 53, Carl and Pete take a fresh look at the BT Vision digital TV service. We also look at the massively hyped iPhone 4 launch, get to hear what a radio amateur thinks of radio today, and explore the pocket Fitbug device. All this, plus news headlines, a TV remote control keyring and your phone calls, texts, tweets and emails in Interaction. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast53.html
Jul 01, 2010•31 min
The iPhone 4 launched, with the associated hype and queues, on Thursday the 24th of June 2010. Carl and Pete take a look at what all the fuss is about, how the launch went and some of the problems with the new handset. Take a listen to the first FrequencyCast hands-on review, plus our look at what tariffs offer the best deal. Images and links at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/iphone4.html
Jul 01, 2010•18 min
In June 1920, the first entertainment radio broadcast was made. To celebrate 90 years of radio, we spoke to John Bowen, the Chairman of the Chelmsford Amateur Radio Society about those early days, and issues affecting radio listeners. More at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/historyofradio.html
Jun 15, 2010•23 min
