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Tech It Out

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Making sense of technology by breaking down “geek speak into street speak."
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Episodes

Don't Break the Bank on Holiday Tech Toys & Gifts

* We catch up with Slickdeals’ tech editor Andrew Chen about the hottest Black Friday/Cyber Monday tech deals. * Speaking of saving you money, I also play our final interview with Flipp’s CEO about ‘tips and tricks’ to mastering the shopping app. * Tech expert Amber Mac joins us to share some hot holiday tech toys that won’t break the bank. * Katie Linendoll also stops by to suggest some great gadgets, gear and games ahead of the holidays. * Be sure to download the free Slickdeals browser extens...

Nov 20, 202039 min

Distract Yourself from Post-election Drama With a New Episode of Tech It Out!

* ASUS talks business-grade laptops and desktops, including those who work from home (yes, you) * Save money with the free Flipp that aggregates your circulars and coupons for you – so you can save big * Like to eat? Us, too. LG stops by to talk with us about its LG Air Fry InstaView ThinQ range * I share a few more smart home ideas – including a robotic vacuum and lights that compliment what you’re watch on TV * Be sure to download the free Slickdeals browser extension to save on all your purch...

Nov 14, 202039 min

Xbox Series X vs. PS5: We Get Our Game On!

* Having played both machines, PS5 and Xbox Series X, I share some top-level highlights of both consoles. * Twitter also joins us on Tech It Out to discuss the discussions and debates on social media. * The CEO of StockX drops into the show to talk about the site’s huge growth. * Flipp joins us once again, to talk about the popular money-saving app including tips to getting the most out of it. * Tech and lifestyle expert Carley Knobloch shares a few high-tech gift ideas to put on your radar this...

Nov 14, 202039 min

It’s Voting Time! Combat Election Stress with the MindValley Online Platform

* Learn all about MindValley and its personal growth program – especially after the year we’ve had. * Bluetooth speakers go vintage with the new ‘Retro’ line from Jam. * Market research firm BrandSpark reveals its ‘Most Trusted’ awards – as voted on by you. * I share several smart home ideas – from water sensors and LED lights to voice-activated printers to Wi-Fi deadbolts. * Be sure to download the free Slickdeals browser extension to save on your purchases – it’s at slickdeals.net/radio....

Oct 30, 202039 min

The iPhone 12 Review is Here! We Chat with iMore.com’s Daniel Bader

* Find out what you’ve love about the new iPhone – and maybe a few things you won’t. We talk with Daniel Bader! * Learn about a bank app designed to encourage financial literacy for kids, with lifestyle expert Evette Rios * Speaking of apps, we’ll touch base with CareClinic, which simplifies health management for you and caregivers * Western Digital drops by to teach us all about the new WD Blue line of internal drives for content creators * Download the free Slickdeals browser extension to save...

Oct 23, 202039 min

Score the Best Deals With the New Slickdeals Browser Extension

* If you’re not using Slickdeals, you’re paying too much. Learn about its website, app and browser extension. * Are you stoked about the first 5G-ready iPhone? Yes, iPhone 12 looks sweet, but be aware what it’s missing. * Jumpstart, the kids brand, has partnered with Amazon Alexa, for you to use your voice to print free worksheets, coloring pages. * IBM is back with its third annual Call For Code competition. Hear about the winning entries. * I share a few suggestions for new gear: like a sleek ...

Oct 16, 202039 min

Ex-Googlers Create ‘Good Trust’ for Loved Ones Who Pass On

You’ll hear it on Tech It Out first! Learn about Good Trust, a digital legacy platforms that protects the memory of your loved ones. LG stops by to tell us about its LG TONE Free earbuds – with a very unique twist that hasn’t been done before. Save money on your purchases! Download the free Slickdeals browser extension at Sklickdeals.net/radio, which gives you early access to the web’s hottest deals

Oct 09, 202039 min

Amazon Unveils New Devices - Including a Flying Ring Camera!

We catch up with Amazon to hear about new devices, including smart displays, streaming TV sticks, cloud gaming, a next-gen Ring camera, and more. The folks behind popular Duolingo language-learning app are back with the free Duolingo ABC – this time focusing on English for young kids. While online shopping in the near future, you might talk with a live concierge over video -- as we’ll hear from Powerfront

Oct 02, 202039 min

Race As -- or Against -- Trump / Biden, in Free ‘Presidents Run’ Game

Learn about the free ‘endless runner’ game, Presidents Run, for iOS and Android smartphones, tablets Do you send money to relatives around the world? Keep more of it with the TransferWise app I catch up with Creative to learn about its latest computer accessories, such as webcams, speakers and headphones Avidbots are huge commercial robots deployed in schools, airports and malls, to clean autonomously overnight

Sep 25, 202039 min

Understanding Wi-Fi 6 – and Why You Want It - with NETGEAR

Get the 4-1-1 on the latest Wi-Fi standard, and Mesh systems, too, with NETGEAR Razor joins us to talk about its upcoming electric scooters We talk dorm room gear with Danby Appliances, plus a solution to stop porch pirates

Sep 05, 202039 min

Recommended ‘Back to School’ Tech -- Part II

* Tech expert Mike Agerbo joins us to share some advice for those schooling from home * Learn about a pair of road safety apps from Cedar Electronics during road trip season * Get the little ones programming early with the Osmo Coding kit, which works with popular tablets * I’ll also share a few recommended back-to-school tech, including Wi-Fi 6

Aug 28, 202039 min

Learn What’s New in Laptops with ASUS

* We’re joined by Beca Truong from ASUS to share some back-to-school laptop suggestions * Tech expert Amber Mac also stops by with some gadget recommendations for students (and their parents) * Own a dog or cat? PetSafe joins us to talk about two high-tech feeders for your furry friends

Aug 22, 202039 min

Back-to-School Tech That Makes the Grade

Use tech to protect your home. Netatmo shares the 4-1-1 on its Smart Outdoor Camera with Siren I’ll share a few high-tech ideas for students starting another school year – at home or in class How about a dog leash that glows brightly? Stay visible with the NiteDog Leash Finally, we’ll touch base with LinearFlux about its new smartphone accessories

Aug 14, 202039 min

Tech to Keep Us Safe: Learn About Threat Detection Systems

* Patriot One Technologies talks to us about tech that can detect concealed weapons and even biological threats * We’ll hear all about the LG Velvet 5G smartphone that fuses fashion with function * And get the 4-1-1 on the Mobeleash app for Apple Watch that can detect if your iPhone is being stolen (or you leave it somewhere)

Aug 08, 202039 min

Thanks for the Memory: Small Rugged 2TB SSDs from G-Drive

· Whether you’re using it for regular back-up or need to edit 4K video in the field, learn about petite, portable and powerful SSDs from G-Technology · Speaking of computing to go, we’ll learn about the Pandora Portable Power (P3) battery bank which can do things your backup battery booster cannot · Cybersecurity has never been more important. We talk with ESET’s Tony Anscombe about protecting your data while working from home

Jul 31, 202039 min

The Global Pandemic & the E-Bike Revolution ... Coincidence? Nope.

· Learn all about smart e-bikes with the co-founder of VanMoof, and how sales went through the roof when COVID-19 struck · LG stops by to talk about creating a safe and ergonomic workspace at home, and they give us the skinny on its LG UltraFine Ergo computer monitors · The Sonos Arc is the company’s latest speaker – a soundbar, in fact – with built-in support for Alexa or Google Assistant, and much more

Jul 24, 202039 min

Summer Camps Go Online During the Coronavirus Crisis

* Learn about Fleming Tech Camps and its pivot to a virtual experience for campers at home and the S.T.E.A.M. skills they’ll sharpen in the process.; * You’ve heard of smart phones and smart watches, but what about smart mirrors? We talk with Hilo Smart Mirror about what their reflective tech for the home can do * In the market for a new smartphone? You’re not alone but we’ll hear about the TCL 10 Series devices – on how you can get a lot of bang for the buck.

Jul 16, 202039 min

How ‘Thermal Guard’ May Help Our Places Stay COVID-Free as We Get Back to Business

* Returning to work soon? Going to the dentist? Walking through a mall? Learn about Thermal Guard, a touchless screening kiosk that can take your temperature in 2 seconds, and will allow or deny entry based on reading. * Find out why FriendMatch is an incredibly popular matchmaking tool for meeting new friends – even if it’s just an online friendship for now. * Celebrated tech expert Amber Mac joins us to talk about using tech to stay productive, social, fit and entertained while at home * Since...

Jul 10, 202039 min

Happy 4th of July! Plug Into This ‘Tech It Out’ Long Weekend Edition

* Lon Safko – the celebrated inventor, entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker – joins us to discuss tech terms like IoT, A.I. and VR/AR * Republic Wireless stops by to talk about how to get mobile phone calls on your home phone – and why * Are you downloading or streaming these movies and TV shows? McAfee explains how you’re putting yourself at risk

Jul 02, 202039 min

What’s a VPN and Why you Need One (Now More Than Ever)

* ExpressVPN explains the benefits of a Virtual Private Network and how to choose one * Archive your loved one’s stories, in video detail, and preserve it for future generations – we’ll learn about the StoryCatcher app * Rovio is back with a new game and it’s not Angry Birds! Find out what’s new from the award-winning game studio and publisher

Jun 25, 202039 min

SHOW #150 !!!

* Your movie theater still closed? LG shares how to replicate the experience in your home. * Happy Father’s Day! Tech expert Amber Mac shares some of her top gadget gift ideas. * Looking for an inexpensive yet sentimental gift? Use VidDay to create a video montage.

Jun 19, 202039 min

Camp Get Canceled? Let This Solar Camping Gear SUPERSIZE Your Excursion

* We talk with GoSun about its solar-powered and high-tech solutions for camping this summer * Tech expert Mike Agerbo drops by to chat about some great “Dads n' Grads” gift ideas * I also share some Father’s Day and graduation gift ideas, plus some summer tech suggestions too

Jun 12, 202039 min

Mental Health App Offers Free Sessions to Frontline Workers

* THIS WEEK, Learn about Lyf (pronounced “life”), an app that connects people going through challenging times, and can pair you with a mental health professional. * Plowz and Mowz – the “uber for lawn care” – is another app offering something for free to today’s tireless heroes: frontline workers. *IBM joins us to explain how harnessing our computers’ collective power can help fuel important experiments. * “Alexa, brew a pot of coffee!” Hamilton Beach stops by to tell us about the Amazon Echo-po...

Jun 05, 202039 min

ENCORE: Covid-19 Crisis: How is Your Mental Health?

This is an encore rebroadcast of our March 28 2020 show. We figured it is still timely and appropriate, so we wanted you to hear it again; or if you missed the original broadcast, to hear what we consider important.

May 29, 202039 min

Unlocking Your Family History with Ancestry DNA Kits

* Perhaps a global crisis like COVID-19 may encourage you to unravel your family history and find relatives. A family historian joins us to chat about AncestryDNA. * Scammers are using the coronavirus to trick you into revealing your personal information. We talk with NuData Security, a MasterCard company, on fighting back * Learn about RemoteHQ, an online collaboration and video education platform that can do some things other services (like Zoom) can’t deliver on * We talk with IBM about women...

May 22, 202039 min

Intel: Working from Home and Your Next PC

Find out about 10th Gen Intel Core processors and how they’re powering the next-generation of computers. Gaming can help you stay entertained and connected during these tough times. We talk with Big Fish Games about “gaming for good.” Learn about a new app, "Here I Am", and how it could help smartphone owners in an emergency.

May 15, 202039 min

Twitter Talks About a New COVID-19 Portal

Twitter stops by to discuss a new COVID-19 resource with vetted info about the pandemic. We catch up with tech lifestyle expert Carley Knobloch, about recommend smart home tech. We talk online schooling with Prodigy Education, a math-based remote learning platform. There’s no real sports to watch on TV, but there are videogames like the new Ultimate Rivals

May 01, 202039 min
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