Tech Talk: Unifying device chargers, identify songs by humming
News about unifying device chargers and got a song stuck in your head but can’t remember the name? John has the solutions in this week’s tech talk….
Tech Talk: Walmart targets younger shoppers with immersive experience
Artificial intelligence can generate images within seconds- but what happens if one of those images is of you? John Biehler has more on that, plus he explains how Walmart is…
Tech Talk: Father’s Day Gift Ideas for every budget
John shows off a range of Father’s Day gift ideas to suit every budget….
Tech Talk: Gadgets to help improve your streaming quality
John Biehler shows off some tech gear that will make your livestreams look – and sound – more professional….
Tech Talk: tech gadgets to help you relax and fall asleep
Digital lifestyle expert Mike Agerbo shows off some tech gadgets you might want to consider adding to your bedtime routine….
Tech Talk: Get the best possible listening experience
Digital living expert Mike Agerbo of Get Connected Media shows off some high tech gadgets that’ll help you get the best audio experience, whether you’re listening to music or gaming….
CES 2022 – A HyperX Gaming Headset With a 300 Hour Battery
Last year, HP moved to secure the HyperX gaming brand from Kingston Technology. At CES 2022, the new HyperX is improving the line-up and refining some already excellent products. One…
Tech Talk: Last minute Christmas gift ideas for content creators
Mike Agerbo shows off last-minute gift ideas for the creative types on your Christmas list….
Tech Talk: Last Minute Tech Gift Ideas
Are you still looking for tech to fill those last few spots on your gift list? Some would say that you should have started earlier. However, others might say that…
Must-Have True Wireless Earbuds for the Holidays (2021)
There are so many truly wireless earbuds out on the market these days. It isn’t easy to decipher with so many brands to choose from and features and specifications to…
Best headphones of 2022
Headphones are very personal products when you consider what they do, and finding the right pair isn’t always easy. It’s about more than just how they sound. It’s how they…
Tech talk: Smart lighting and audio gadgets
Mike shows off some of the latest smart lighting and audio products to add to your home….
Best wireless earbuds of 2022
Wireless earbuds are not the easiest to figure out because you have to take a leap of faith that they will sound as good as you want them to. It’s…
Tech Talk: New and improved tech gadgets from Apple
Mike shows off the latest generation of the Apple Airpod, as well as Apple’s new smart speaker, the HomePod Mini….
Hands-on with Huawei’s newest products (and they’re not phones)
Huawei unveiled a bunch of new products at its launch event in Vienna, including smartwatches, wireless earbuds and monitors. Smartphones previously drove the company’s Canadian presence, so the lack of…
Sonos Beam (Gen 2) Soundbar review
Sonos is back with its second-generation Beam, the company’s smaller soundbar that features modest upgrades over the original. When Sonos launched its first Beam, it was trying to address a…
Latest Tech Gadgets From Samsung and More
Mike shows off the latest tech products from Samsung, including the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy earbuds as well as some lossless ear plugs….
Tech Talk: Gadgets for your car
John shows off some fun accessories for your car, including a wireless CarPlay system, a MagSafe vent mount, Alexa for your car and a multi-functional steering wheel tray….
Tech Talk: Build your own home theatre
Mike demonstrates how to set up your own home theatre system with some new gear from Samsung and Apple….
Tech Talk: Work from home tech essentials
Mike shows off some high tech gear to help improve the work-from-home experience including a laptop, microphone and MagSafe stand for your iPhone….
Highlights from WWDC 2021
This week, Apple kicked off their annual developer conference, WWDC, with a splashy keynote that was streamed live to anyone that wanted to watch (you can watch it here if…
Tech Talk: Health Tech & News
Mike Agerbo joins Jennifer Palma with the latest tech news, including some interesting new health gadgets on the market….
Google Pixel Buds A-Series Are Coming to Canada
Google’s Pixel Buds have never had the mass market frenzy that Apple’s AirPods have. But it has allowed the Mountain Valley company to try new things. One might argue that…
Tech Talk: Gadgets for outdoor fun
Mike Agerbo shows off some tech products to use for fun outdoor activities, including an electric scooter….
Want to listen to SoundCloud? What you need to know
Not all music streaming services are like SoundCloud, where the huge music library is as much about indie tunes as it is about all the commercial hits. Music streaming has…
Want to listen to TuneIn Radio? What you need to know
The death of radio has been greatly exaggerated if you consider how much the Internet expanded access, and TuneIn Radio is among the most popular. TuneIn streams a lot of…
Tech Talk: Improve your home office
Working from home? Mike shares some tech products to help update your home office including one of the latest laptops from MSI. Products mentioned include (linked on the side of…
Speak clearer with better home office microphones
The explosion of virtual conferencing and video calls over the last 12 months has exposed the limitations of computer microphones with respect to audible clarity. If you’ve taken part in…
Samsung Unpacks New Galaxy Buds PRO Wireless Earphones and What Are SmartTags
It’s true! Samsung bumped CES 2021 with their Samsung Unpacked event. Earlier, they announced their new Galaxy S21 series of smartphones. Now they’ve got a new set of Bluetooth true…
CES 2021 Daily Coverage
Every January, the planet converges on Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show. But this year, it’s going to be different. It’s going to be virtual. So, that’s why we’re…
The best truly wireless earbuds you need now
Shopping for truly wireless earbuds? You’ve got an insane amount of choice, so how can you know what to pick? Let’s take a look at some of the buying considerations…
Why a Bluetooth speaker is the perfect last minute gift
Who couldn’t use more music and audio in their life? Bluetooth speakers are a great last minute gift idea since they come in all different shapes and sizes—and price ranges….
Want to listen to Tidal? What you need to know
Tidal has gone through periods of change since it went live in 2014, but one thing has stayed constant, and that’s streaming high-quality music. Is it worth paying extra for…
Holiday Gift Guide: Tech for Kids Edition
VTech KidiZoom Smartwatch DX2 ($60) Fire HD 8 Kids Edition ($139) JuniorJams Kids Headphones ($60) FujiFilm Instax Mini 11 – instant camera (~$80) Oral-B Kids Electric Toothbrush (Various) Bonus Item…
Apple launches AirPods Max Over-Ear Headphones
Today, Apple launched the long rumoured AirPods Max over-ear headphones. Featuring Adaptive EQ, Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode, Spatial Audio and a smart case. Battery life is up to 20…
Want to listen to Apple Music? What you need to know
When Apple acquired Beats, it took a big library of songs that became the Apple Music streaming service you know today. It’s big, and there’s a lot to hear, so…
Want to listen to SiriusXM? What you need to know
SiriusXM made its name from exclusive content and relieving boredom during long commutes, but is it worth paying to keep on listening? Sirius and XM were once competitors until they…
Are We Still Impressed With the Google Nest Audio Smart Speaker?
It’s been a few weeks since Mike has gotten his hands on the Google Nest Audio. Since his initial unboxing and impressions, he’s had a chance to use it regularly…
Unboxing the Roku Streambar
We finally got our hands on the new Streambar from Roku. This is a super compact soundbar that also sports a 4K streaming device inside. https://youtu.be/6UjYB3FhWbA Like all Roku products,…
Samsung Buds Live or Apple AirPods Pro – Which One is Right For You?
The eternal battle between Samsung and Apple rages on in the wireless Bluetooth earbud-style headphone space. While Apple has a bit of a lead with the AirPods, Samsung has been…
HomePod mini: it might be small but it’s important
HomePod mini is far more important than the size would suggest. Apple’s new smart speaker is the trojan horse that has been so needed by the ecosystem: it’s the low-cost,…
Tech Talk: The Next Generation of Smart Speakers
Google has overhauled its smart speaker. Mike Agerbo discusses the changes on Global BC’s Noon News Hour….
The NEW Google Nest Audio Smart Speaker Unboxed and Setup
Canadians officially get their shot at owning the new Google Nest Audio Smart Speaker this week. This latest Google-powered smart speaker is the company’s latest push to adopt the Nest…
Want Otter to transcribe what you hear? Here’s what you need to know
You have an important interview, meeting, lecture or speech that you’d like to both record and transcribe all at once. Otter is an app and service that does just that,…
Roku announces the Streambar
This morning, Roku announced that their new Streambar, a 2-in-1 soundbar and 4K streaming device that will be available soon. We got an early peek at the Streambar and think…
Tech Talk: Latest Wearables from Samsung
Mike Agerbo discusses the latest tech news including Ring’s new security drone and Amazon Sidewalk. He also shows off some new Samsung products, including the Galaxy Watch 3 and Galaxy…
Take Control With the Belkin Soundform Elite Hi-Fi Smart Speaker
The Belkin Soundform Elite Hi-Fi Smart Speaker offers a great audio experience. With dual subwoofers and audio tuned by France’s Devialet, you’ll pay a lot (around $399 CAD), but your…
Apple Music 1 and Two Other Stations Launch Today
In a not so surprising move, Apple announced new radio stations and that they would be rebranding ‘Beats 1’ to Apple Music 1. This rebrand was inevitable as the name…
Tech Talk: What’s new in wireless earbuds
Tech expert Mike Agerbo has the latest technology news and also shows off the latest wireless earbuds from Defunc. These are the products mentioned: Defunc True Gaming Earbuds Defunc True…
Marantz Slimline 8K Receiver? Yes Please!
Marantz has just launched the NR1711 AV Receiver. This is a slimline AVR (Audio/Video Receiver) that stands at about half the height of a normal receiver and packs a ton…