Tech Talk: AI technology taking over as the voice of Darth Vader
James Earl Jones is stepping away from the role of Darth Vader, but that doesn’t mean we’ve heard the last of him as the iconic Star Wars character. Mike has…
Tech Talk: Immersive art and entertainment in Area15 + top tech news of the week
Mike runs down the week’s top tech stories, including a new way to pay for gas straight from your car’s dashboard. Plus, he tells us about an immersive art and…
Tech Talk: TV and movie streaming options in Canada
Tired of Netflix? Digital lifestyle expert Mike Agerbo of Get Connected Media runs through some great streaming alternatives….
Tech Talk: Glamping up your RV or trailer
Digital lifestyle expert Mike Agerbo shows us how to add some bells and whistler to your RV or trailer to boost your entertainment options….
Tech Talk: Portable theatre projectors for a big screen experience
Mike Agerbo shows off the latest in home theatre projectors for enjoying a big screen experience in a more portable format….
Tech talk: High tech options for family game night
Your classic board games are going high-tech. Mike Agerbo and John Biehler of Get Connected Media show off the latest in video game technology….
Streaming on FuboTV? Here’s what you need to know
If you’re seeking a way to watch soccer routinely, FuboTV is one platform that devotes a lot of its content to the “beautiful game” for subscribers. That kind of aggregation…
Streaming on Bein Sports Connect? Here’s what you need to know
Soccer fans in Canada and abroad know Bein Sports well as a primary outlet to take in matches, but how well does its Connect app stream them? There is a…
Streaming docs on History Hit TV? What you need to know
Those who developed History Hit TV consider it “like Netflix for history” because of the breadth of documentary video and audio content available to stream. If you’ve never heard of…
Thousands of comics on Marvel Unlimited? What you need to know
If you’re into the Marvel Comics Universe (MCU), the Marvel Unlimited app gives you a huge library of comic books to read through. Marvel says it’s over 28,000 comics and…
Want to stream sports on TSN? What you need to know
TSN has been synonymous with sports in Canada since the 1980s, and the network has a streaming option, should you want to tune in at your convenience. The timing couldn’t…
Tech Talk: Gadgets to add to your family recreation room
Mike Agerbo has ideas to spice up your family rec room at home including a photo booth, gaming handheld and a pinball machine….
Roku launches Roku Express 4K
Roku has a number of streaming players for your streaming needs. There’s the Roku Express, Roku Premiere, the Roku Streaming Stick, AND the Roku Streambar. At first glance, it seems…
Want to stream Crave? What you need to know
Crave has come a long way since Bell first launched it as “Crave TV” in 2014, and no matter how you access it, its value really depends on what you…
Want to listen to audiobooks? Audible vs. Audiobooks.com
Not everyone is an avid reader, and audiobooks offer an alternative, but between Audible and Audiobooks.com, which one do you go with? It’s not as easy a decision as it…
Tech Talk: How to Host a Virtual Game Night
Mike discusses how to hold a good, old-fashioned game night – virtually. He also shares some of his top picks for the best games to play. Products mentioned include: Nintendo…
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…
Five Very Best Ways To Celebrate Pokémon Day
February 27, 2021, marks a day, twenty-five years ago, when a young boy named Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town met his best friend, Pikachu. Together, they ventured out worldwide on…
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: High-tech Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day
Mike shares some tech-inspired gifts your Valentine will love on Global BC’s Noon News Hour….
Want to stream Amazon Prime Video? What you need to know
Amazon Prime is known more for free shipping when buying stuff online, but the streaming video service stands out on its own for some obvious reasons. Prime Video plays in…
Streaming NHL Live? What you need to know
Pro hockey is back for the 2020-21 season, and NHL Live is the primary platform to bring most of the league’s games for the regular season and playoffs to your…
What is an 8K TV and do you need one?
Go into any store selling electronics and you can easily get overwhelmed with all of the television options available now. 4K, 8K, OLED, LED, HD, QLED. The 8K TV is…
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…
Streaming NBA League Pass? What you need to know
The NBA is back again for the 2020-21 season, and that means League Pass is back to stream all the basketball games you can handle for the whole regular season….
Some Holiday Cheer
As the GetConnected team prepares for the holiday and things slow down a little bit around here, we thought we’d leave you with a fun little time waster from Google…
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….
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…
Holiday Gift Guide: Absolute Baller Tech
Is money no object? What kind of high-end gifts does Graham have on his holiday wish list? Well, wonder no more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRAdx1-Sysk 1. PlayStation 5 ($629) A new console generation…
Tech Talk: Pandemic Gaming Boom
The video game industry is thriving during the pandemic. Mike Agerbo shares some interesting gaming stats, plus he shows off what’s popular in consoles and games. We’ve got some pandemic…
Want to stream Disney+? What you need to know
Disney+ has been a newer player in the video streaming space, but is there enough content to keep you paying for it? Unlike other platforms, like Apple TV+, for instance,…
Ready to check out Apple TV+? What you need to know
Apple TV+ turns a year old, and is getting better with an increase in content, but is it worth spending money to get the streaming service? When it first launched…
Streaming sports on DAZN? Here’s what you need to know
There’s nothing like live sports, but not too many streaming options treat them like movies and TV shows. That’s where DAZN comes in. Pronounced “Da-zone,” the streaming service originated in…
AMC Theatres plan on reopening over 100 theatres
AMC Theatres have been hit harder than a lot of businesses out there. Even as the world started to reopen, the logistics of people in movie theatres seems like it…
Want to subscribe to Netflix? Here’s what you need to know
Netflix is arguably the most popular video streaming service the world over, thanks to a massive library of movies and shows. It’s available on a wide range of devices, closing…
Netflix in August; What to Watch For
Netflix August 1st August looks to be a solid month for Netflix. We will see some great catalog licensed titles. Will also see a lot of Netflix Originals. Here are…
Umbrella Academy Season 2; why you can’t miss it
This weekend marks the release of the second season of one of my favorite shows. The Umbrella Academy was released in 2019. It was a superhero show but not like…
Skip The Reso? More Canadians Are Ordering In This Valentine’s
Is Valentine’s Day a source of stress for you and your sweetie? It doesn’t have to be; getting dolled up, trying to find a reservation, then spending a fortune on…