Tech It Out - podcast cover

Tech It Out

Radio Americawww.spreaker.com
Making sense of technology by breaking down “geek speak into street speak."
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

Food Takes a Mega-"bite" Out of Tech!

* IBM joins us with celebrity chef Melissa King to talk “5 in 5” tech predictions. * Speaking of food, we speak with Tastewise on how A.I. can help predict food trends. * Seek Thermal also drops in to talk about thermal imaging cameras integrated into tomorrow’s cars.

Feb 14, 201939 min

Is Your Computer Hurting You? Heed These ‘Ergonomics’ Tips

Topics: * Ever hear of a smartphone with an integrated thermal imaging camera? Find out about the CAT S61 * Learn how to better use technology and reduce muscular strain, with Fellowes * Philips Cares is using technology to overhaul the aging and caregiving experience

Feb 08, 201939 min

Ring Talks New Video Doorbells, & More!

Ring is now owned by Amazon - - I talk to them about their new products. Want to shop online but can’t afford to pay in full up front? We talk with Zebit Book By You, which lets you personalize a book’s story for a loved one (paperback, hardcover or ebook) Let the pros digitize your paper photos to preserve precious memories. ScanMyPhotos.com joins us

Feb 02, 201939 min

Tune up your TV for Super Bowl Sunday

Unveiled at CES, Y-Brush claims to clean your teeth in just 10 seconds What to look for in a new TV and tune-up tips ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, with Akamai Learn how smart windows from View might help fight back against SAD Posterjack talks to us about sentimental photo gifts for Valentine’s Day

Jan 26, 201939 min

Samsung talks TV tech for 2019, 2020

We catch up with Scott Cohen from Samsung to chat about its TV line-up at the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Technology column and author Pete Nowak shares his picks and pans from the annual CES tech convention

Jan 18, 201939 min

It's Vegas, Baby! The Coolest Tech from CES 2019

Award-winning journalist Jennifer Jolly shares her top picks from CES; Tech and lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong hits the highlights; We catch up with Paul Burns from Mixxtape about the retro music player; and Ingram Micro discusses its partnership with the Indiegogo crowdfunding platform.

Jan 11, 201939 min

Happy New Year, from Tech It Out!

* We’re super addicted to Netflix, says Streaming Observer * TiVo embraces cord-cutters with new box, service * How to host a podcast, with author Amanda Cupido * Next week: My highlights from the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES)

Jan 03, 201939 min

Microsoft, Intel, and Lenovo ... Oh My!

* Intel joins us to talk what’s hot for the holidays and 2019 trends * Learn what the Lenovo VR Classroom platform is all about (hint: virtual reality for education)! * Protect and manage your kids’ tech use in the home with advice from Microsoft Family * Your kids can receive a personalized video greeting from Santa, via the Portable North Pole app.

Dec 22, 201839 min

Can Video Games Help One Cope with Trauma?

* KTLA TV personality Rich DeMuro reveals his top holiday tech toys. * Journalist and broadcaster Scott C. Jones shares how video games saved his life. * Host Marc Saltzman chats about common virtual reality myths, and highlight some new PlayStation VR bundles.

Dec 15, 201839 min

Gadget Gift Ideas with Carley Knobloch

ASUS joins us to chat about cool Chromebooks; Celeb tech expert Carley K shares her top gadget gift picks; For small businesses, learn about StarTech.com’s PC accessories

Dec 08, 201839 min

How to Save Money on Holiday Travel

SkyScanner talks about getting great rates on flights, hotels, rental cars Send money to family and friends overseas (on the cheap) with TransferWise Brian Kelly (a.k.a “The Points Guy”) chats with us about its new Prizeo campaign for charity Learn about the new Big Shot Basketball mobile game that leverages augmented reality I talk about some of my favorite gadget gift ideas leading into the holidays

Nov 30, 201839 min

Cyber Monday Shopping Tips

Don’t Be A Turkey: Listen to Tech it Out! * Victor Lucas from Electric Playground talks about Pokémon Let’s Go * Geoff Keighley gives us the skinny on the upcoming The Game Awards * Stay protected when shopping online this Cyber Monday, with tips from ESET

Nov 23, 201839 min

The One App You Need for Black Friday Deals

* Anne Morello joins in from Flipp to chat about Black Friday deals. * Explorer Mike Libecki (of Nat Geo) talks about what tech he uses. * Tankee is now live -- This is a kid-friendly video platform (that parents will be happy about, too) * Teaching financial literacy to kids in a fun way, with Rocket Piggy.

Nov 16, 201839 min

How to Spot ‘Fake News’ on Social Media

Roku with what’s new in streaming sticks, boxes, smart TVs and speakers. USA TODAY’s Jefferson Graham breaks down the cost to fix an Apple Watch. Learn about A.I. (artificial intelligence) in pro sports with Conversica Spot fake news on social media, with cybersecurity experts Proofpoint LocateMotion teaches us about Locate Watch, a smartwatch for seniors

Nov 10, 201839 min

ASUS: a New "Twist" On Laptops

Epson teaches us about its new FastFoto, the world’s fastest personal photo scanner! Cecilia Choy, Director of Marketing at ASUS North America, fills us in on new ZenBooks and VivoBooks! Called the “Uber of home services,” find out what makes Jiffy tick!

Nov 03, 201839 min

Comedian Jo Koy Shares His Top Tech

* Comedian Jo Koy (Netflix) tells us what he finds funny about his tech addiction. * Learn about the super-smart HoverGlide backpack, now available on Kickstarter. * Would you like to cancel your home alarm and monitoring service, yet remain protected? Hub 6 tells us how.

Oct 26, 201839 min

Truly Wireless Charging is HERE!

Guests: ViewSonic stops by to talk about what’s hot in monitors and projectors, for work and play. Learn about Wi-Charge, which may be how you juice up your devices – from across the room. We catch up with Sam Jung of Augmented Intelligence to talk about VR, AR, MR and…XR?

Oct 19, 201839 min

A New TiVo for Cord-Cutters!

Learn how to properly delete data from your smartphone, tablet or laptop – before you sell, donate or trade it in – with advice from Ingram Micro, the largest tech distributor in the world. TiVo joins us to talk about its new Bolt OTA (over the air) DVR, which works with antenna-based set-ups. Author and podcast producer Amanda Cupido joins us to chat about her new book, "Let’s Talk Podcasting".

Oct 12, 201839 min

We’re Addicted to Netflix ... You Won’t Believe HOW Much!

* We stream Netflix twice as long as spend quality family time? Get the deets with Streaming Observer. * Learn about the We R Stars app and website, designed to immortalize moments in your life. * Simple ways to protect yourself during Cybersecurity Awareness Month (and beyond October)!

Oct 05, 201839 min

New Amazon products and a robotic bartender

Amazon talks to us about some of its 14 new Alexa-powered devices The R1-B1 Bartending Robot has started mixing drinks in Montreal Tired on Wi-Fi dead zones in your home? TP-Link tells us how to fix it We talk high-tech (and robotic) vacuum cleaners with Shark I answer questions from the Mail Bag. Keep ‘em coming!

Sep 29, 201839 min

The smartest way to trade in your old iPhone

EcoATM and Gazelle on getting the most on your trade-ins. Get rid of your old tech to help buy new gadgets (use code TECHITOUT at checkout for an additional 10% off). SanDisk joins us to chat about shopping for flash drives, such as SD and microSD, portable SSDs, iXpand solutions, and more. The editor of Guinness World Records – Gamer’s Edition 2019 joins us to talk about videogame-related records – and how to try and break them.

Sep 22, 201839 min

New Floor-vac Robots, Hotel Deals, and Laptops!

iRobot has a new announcement, ASUS chats about a new laptop designed for work and play; Trading in your iPhone for a new one? I cover how to back up your old stuff first; and If you’re traveling this fall, check out Hotels.com’s rewards program.

Sep 08, 201839 min

Walmart Inks eBook Deal With Kobo

Rakuten Kobo President & CEO, Michael Tamblyn, talks with us about this new Walmart retail and online partnership. What are people doing with their DNA info from Ancestry? We catch up with global spokesperson, Brad Argent. Justin Aktin, the 23 year-old host of the popular YouTube channel, The Thought Emporium, teaches us why science is cool!

Sep 01, 201839 min

How to Save on Your Mobile Phone Bills

ASUS joins us to chat about what’s new and newsworthy; We talk education with Microsoft, including Windows 10, convertible devices, and new ways to access info; Ting is an affordable mobile phone provider. Find out how it works; and learn how to back-up your iPhone’s data before you trade it in for a new one, with SanDisk

Aug 25, 201839 min

T-Mobile Talks Top Travel Tech

Geeking out with T-Mobile, on great gear and gadgets for road trips. Retro-arcade game cabinets in the home won’t break the bank with Arcade1Up Rivaling HQ Trivia, a new live trivia game show app, Showdown Live, lets YOU be the host! Gebni is an app that helps restaurants cut down on food waste, and helps customers save money.

Aug 18, 201839 min

AUG_11-12: New Samsung Galaxy Note9 unveiled!

Host Marc Saltzman: Nissan joins us to talk about the advantages of an all-electric vehicle. Paul Brannen from Samsung covers the five things to know about the Galaxy Note9. A new device called Sense can help you save money on your home electricity costs.

Aug 11, 201839 min

Alexa Takes Over, Instagram Superstars, and More!

Valeria Lipovetsky, Instagram celebrity, chats about her success, and what aspiring social media stars need to know. Toyota talks about new Toyota and Lexus vehicles powered by Amazon Alexa. Sounding off with the new Sonos Beam soundbar, and what makes it unique. LocateMotion is a smartwatch for seniors (with dementia), small kids and others, where a caregiver can locate them, if need be.

Aug 04, 201839 min

Famous Movie Screenwriters Use *These* Apps & Gear

Lights, Camera, Action: Garry Whitta -- celebrated screenwriter on films like Star Wars: Rogue One – shares what he uses to write movies (and tips on getting started). Nitey Leash: Do you walk your dog at night? Learn about this new high-tech leash that makes you more visible. Tankee: Do you let your little kids on YouTube unsupervised? We find out about a new – and kid-proof – video streaming platform called Tankee.

Jul 28, 201839 min

OH MY, It's George Takei (and his new App)!

George Takei – (Sulu from "Star Trek - TOS") talks about how his new app is out of this world. Trump supports, beware! What can a smartphone do with a built in molecular analyzer? Find out when we chat with Consumer Physics. One of the big tech sponsors of FIFA World Cup, Hisense joins us to talk about new TVs, high-tech appliances. Learn how Hotels.com is fighting back against fake reviews, and more.

Jul 21, 201839 min
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android