In our last blog post, we walked you through many of the things to consider when building a PC. From the case to the CPU, we went through several…
Setting up a wireless home network is a simple task these days but basic wireless home network security is often forgotten. Manufacturers have worked tirelessly to make the process of…
I bought my two-in-one Surface Pro 3 laptop five years ago, after much comparison-shopping, on sale at a pre-Christmas event at a drugstore. Its Intel processor is now seven…
Yes, and no. There’s a rumour that Apple will announce a “move to ARM-based Macs” today that has tech nerds in a lather. For many, Apple’s move to Intel…
It is 2020, but landlines are still a thing for at least 60% of Canadian households, and there’s a good chance many of them are paying too much for…
There is nothing worse than undercooked turkey or overcooked steak when you’re celebrating the holidays. While there are plenty of tips out there to help you get the perfect…
Apple Watch is more than just a killer smart watch; it’s a very smart mini-computer that can do many things you probably don’t even know about. Control your Apple…
I’m a big fan and collector of handheld video game consoles. Everything from the original GameBoy to the Nintendo Switch. Lately, there has been an influx of options that…
Recently, myself and Mike Agerbo (along with a number of other Canadian tech journalists) travelled to Shenzhen, China to see first hand Huawei’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities. We were…
Coffee is a serious subject. No longer just a question of pouring your morning cup from the coffee maker in the office, every caffeine addict now has their own…
Google announced a quartet of new products at its virtual “Launch Night In” event, and one of the underlying themes was that they weren’t obscenely expensive. It likely won’t…
With the class of 2020 closing in on graduation and father’s day just around the corner Samsung is re-entering the Canadian laptop market with 3 new models that could…
Robot vacuums have one job to do, and that’s suck up all the dust and crumbs sitting in their way. It’s what the Dyson 360 Heurist is built for, and it’s an…
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…
USB power banks have become ubiquitous with the wide adoption of smartphones, tablets, and other devices that seek a source of power when depleted. It’s challenging to find a…
We all want to look our best and thankfully technology can help in ways we never imagined. These are some of the coolest beauty gadgets, whether you’re shopping for…
This morning, Samsung held their annual Unpacked event, but for the first time, as expected due to the pandemic, they hosted it virtually. Normally these events are private media…
TCL has come a long way over the last 10 years. At CES 2021, they’ve shown that they are not stopping for anything. They are currently number two in…
This morning during Apple’s “One More Thing” event, CEO Tim Cook and his team unveiled the new CPU processor, the M1 as expected. This new chip will power a…
With the world of Notebooks getting more diverse, the demand for more efficient and versatile processors is at an all time high. Intel is all in with their new…
Virtual excitement filled the air this morning as the world tuned in to see one more thing from Apple in 2020. Their Fall Event welcomed some highly anticipated, including…
A robot vacuum can make life so much less stressful. Say bub-bye to spending hours vacuuming your home, or goading your kids to do it, and hello to chilling…
Smart home products have become some of the most innovative and ubiquitous items in today’s households. From smart light bulbs to smart locks, cameras, and voice assistants, like Alexa…
Apple has announced plans to launch a Mac trade-in program in its retail stores across the U.S and Canada. This joins existing programs offered for their other products like…
Helm Audio is about to launch an in line amplifier that attaches to your smartphone/computer and your wired headset to take your portable listening experience to the next level…
Whether you like cooking or not, we can all agree that, during some parts of the process, we could do with a little help. With amazing advances in kitchen…
When it comes to cordless vacuums that really suck, Dyson is the leader. Their designs are definitely on the premium and over-engineered side. However, the resulting products delight those…
Mike reviews the latest smart devices from Amazon, including: the Echo, Echo Dot and Echo with Clock on Global BC’s Noon News Hour. Products mentioned include: Amazon Echo (4th…
This weekend, Mike and I will be talking about my recent adventures in laser cutting on our GetConnected Radio show so I thought I’d capture some thoughts about it…
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…
SSDs or solid-state drives have come a long way. From being mostly unaffordable hardware for PC enthusiasts to now being standard equipment in many notebook PCs. Portable SSDs have…
These are just a handful of what I’d consider useful gifts for the maker or DIY’er on your holiday shopping list. Even if they don’t self-identify as a maker,…
Mike Agerbo shows off the next generation of must-have gadgets from the virtual Consumer Electronics Show (aka CES) on Global BC’s Morning News. Products featured (announced but not yet…
This week, John discusses the brand new Wyze Outdoor Cam and a new trick for their older V2 Cam to make it into an inexpensive video conferencing webcam on…
Huawei is set to debut its next flagship smartphone in Canada but it may be a tough sell. We also have a preview of a forthcoming tablet. Huawei Mate…
With what has become somewhat of a tradition at CES for a few years now, I met up with my good friend, Joel Telling, aka the 3D Printing Nerd,…
Mike Agerbo shares the latest from Apple for Back to School including MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with Touchbar. Belkin Boost Up cables for connecting all your gadgets to…
On Monday, John Biehler shared the latest tech news and some products to help with back to school/work planning with Neetu Garcha on Global BC’s Morning News. More information…
On this week’s Tech Talk on Global BC’s Morning News, Mike Agerbo discussed the latest smartphones out now (or very soon) that you can have shipped to your house….
This week, on Global BC’s Noon News Hour, Mike Agerbo shared some tech gifts that you still have time to order before Father’s Day. Here are the products Mike…
Mike Agerbo shows off the next level of streaming and gaming with the latest WiFi options for your home on Global TV’s Noon News Hour….
One of the highlights of visiting Shenzhen is Huaqiangbei. It’s the world’s largest electronics marketplace. The entire district is dedicated to building after building of small stalls with vendors…
I get into the office at 8:30 in the morning with the best intentions. I have a list of tasks that I am ready to crush by the end…
Mike Agerbo shows off some of the gadgets being showcased at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, including a high-tech version of the Rubik’s cube, high tech security camera system…
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…
The team that created the GameShell retro handheld console a few years ago is back again with a new, lust-inducing machine, the DevTerm. The all-in-one device is touted as…
On this week’s Global BC Morning News, Mike Agerbo shows off the TP-Link Deco X60 AX3000 Wifi 6 Mesh System, designed to deliver a big boost in coverage and…
We had the chance to chat with Chris Fabes from Lenovo at CES and he shared with us some of the exciting new products coming later this year to…
A highlight of every CES is always a visit to the sprawling Samsung booth. This year was no exception as they showcased a host of new products and innovations…
Mike Agerbo and John Biehler join Sonia Sunger on Global BC Noon News to share a forthcoming 3D printer from Delta, BC based Tinkerine, the Ditto Pro R FDM…
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