In Dumb Question Corner, Steve’s Uncle Bob asked a really good question. It’s been a while since we did a dumb question so let’s review the rules. A Dumb Question qualifies for such a title if it’s something you feel like you should know the answer to, and figure everyone else must understand something you […]
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CES 2017: Cobra Wireless Backup Camera
Allison interviews Dave Marsh from Cobra about their new automobile backup camera. Cobra’s HD backup cam is integrated into a license plate frame that you can easily install yourself with no wires. The battery powered camera sends rear facing video via Bluetooth directly to your Apple or Android smartphone when the accompanying Cobra app is […]
Continue readingCES 2017: CrazyBaby Mars Levitating Speaker
Allison interviews James Packer from CrazyBaby about their new Mars bluetooth speaker and bluetooth earbuds. The Mars speaker is comprised of a bass unit (Mars Base) and is topped off with a levitating tweeter (Mars Craft). The Mars Base includes a 3-3/4 inch low frequency driver and the Mars Craft sports a 1-3/4 inch driver […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Whistle GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor
Allison interviews Heather Wajer from Whistle about their new GPS pet tracker and activity monitor device. Whistle is a small device that fits on your pet’s collar and is both GPS and cell enabled. Using the device coupled with the Whistle mobile app, you can track your pet’s location and monitor their activity from any […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Willow Wearable Breast Pump
Allison interviews Kristy Burns from Willow about their innovative breast pump. Willow is the only wearable breast pump that fits in your bra, moves with you, and is easy to take with you. Willow tucks inside your bra and works quietly while you go about your day, allowing you to pump without the need for […]
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NC #610 Synology, Workouts++, Satechi, Cascable, Elgato, iDevices
It’s a fun-filled episode this week with interviews from CES with Synology, Satechi, Elgato and iDevices. Sprinkled in between I’ve got a review of an app for Apple Watch called Workouts++, and an app called Cascable that will let you do more to control your WiFi-enabled camera. mp3 download
Continue readingCascable to Capture, View, and Edit RAW Photos from Your Big Girl Camera
If you’ve got a relatively recent DSLR or Micro Four Thirds camera, you’ve probably got built-in WiFi. This feature is pretty cool. It allows you to connect your phone to the camera’s WiFi and then download the images. Maybe your manufacturer even lets you remotely control the camera. I’ve got the Olympus E-M10 and this […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Faraday Future FF91 Electric Vehicle
Allison and I got an up-close view of Faraday’s FF91 through one of the engineers who helped designed the car. The FF91 was unveiled at CES 2017 in Las Vegas. Here’s a short video of some exterior views of the FF91 and below are some of the car’s specs: Using a Screen Reader? click here […]
Continue readingCES 2017: iDevices Wireless Instant Switch
Allison interviews Sierra Coughlin from iDevices about their range of new home automation products. Sierra focuses on the Instant Switch which is a bluetooth remote light switch. The Instant Switch wirelessly controls any existing iDevices switched product and is HomeKit compatible. The setting is the CES Unveiled show floor. Learn more at http://idevicesinc.com Using a […]
Continue readingCES 2017: Elgato Eve Wireless Sensors and Controllers
Allison interviews Christopher Neal from Elgato about their Eve series of wireless indoor and outdoor sensors and controllers. These devices include window/door sensing, motion sensing, indoor and outdoor environmental sensing/control and irrigation sensing/control. All Eve devices can be monitored and controlled though the iOS Eve app. Elgato Eve devices are HomeKit enabled and they interoperate […]
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