Mike shares some ways to beef up your home security, starting with your front door on Global BC’s Noon News Hour….
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 out…
As the clock counts down to Christmas don’t forget to treat the furry members of your family. Mike Agerbo shows off some Christmas gift ideas for your pet. All products…
Using technology to help us sleep can almost seem counter-intuitive. Surely sleeping is one of the most natural things in the world, something that we all do without even thinking…
Here’s Mike’s top picks for smart home gadget gifts: https://youtu.be/w6tHVugosxk The List iRobot Roomba S9+ (video review) Ring Video Doorbell 3 Moen U Smart Faucet Brilliant Light Switches (video review)…
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 highly…
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…
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…
Mike Agerbo shows off some high tech gadgets for your kitchen, including a device that helps you make soup from scratch in no time….
The Amazon Echo, and its smaller cousin the Echo Dot, are smart speakers that allow you to use your voice to perform a myriad of tasks. From getting updates on…
Does the backyard seem an odd place for technology? These days it’s easy to improve, beautify, or otherwise make life easier in your yard. Philips Hue LED Outdoor lighting Philips…
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…
With social distancing and remote interactions forming the basis of our ‘new normal’ it might feel tough to stay connected to family and friends. Fortunately technology can help! There are…
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 color…
Tech expert Mike Agerbo shows off the latest gadgets to make your home smarter, including the Roomba i3+ that empties its own dustbin! He also shows some connected lighting products…
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 the…
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,…
Google has overhauled its smart speaker. Mike Agerbo discusses the changes on Global BC’s Noon News Hour….
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…
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 shock…
In addition to the flying camera that Ring (owned by Amazon) announced today, Amazon also unveiled a number of other interesting products during the Amazon Fall Event. We’ll cover the…
File this under the “We didn’t see this coming” department, Ring today announced a new security camera, the Ring Always Home Cam, that literally is a drone that flies around…
You don’t need to break the bank to modernize your home. Mike Agerbo shows off some simple smart home gadgets to get you started on home automation on Global BC’s…
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…
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 that…
Robot vacuums have come a long way in the last 20 years. And while they are not quite ready to move out of the home and enslave humanity, the iRobot…
On today’s Global BC Morning News, Mike discusses the latest news on electric vehicles and shows off a new high tech cleaning product from Dyson. Here’s more info about the…
Looking to take the manual labour out of household cleaning? Mike Agerbo shows off the latest in robotic cleaning devices on Global BC’s Noon News program. These are the products…
I had a friend say to me “you’re not in the Apple ecosystem, you ARE the Apple Ecosystem”, which is to say that while Apple gear is my weapon of…
Does your dad love to do-it-yourself? On Global BC’s Noon News Hour, Mike Agerbo shares his list of gift ideas he’ll be happy to get his hands on this Father’s…
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 be…
TP-Link has carved a notable niche in the WiFi networking space. Their ‘Deco’ series was one of the first routers to recognize that consumers may not want their routers to…
It’s going to be a different Summer this year. For those of us who love sharing our favourite movies and TV shows with our friends and family, there’s some sunshine…
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 speed…
Mission: Covid-19 Clean Up Your Closet Solution: Poshmark We are all trying to stay productive during this upside down time, and as the season changes, there is no better time…
On this week’s Global BC Noon News, Mike Agerbo discussed tips to be more productive at home. Extending your screen real estate: Apple Side Car Connecting your laptop to TV…
On this week’s Tech Talk on Global News BC, Mike Agerbo discusses the following items to help with dealing with self-isolation, working from home and keeping your tech clean Zoho…
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 expensive step…
The Dyson Lightcycle Morph was unveiled yesterday as the company’s latest lighting product. This new product continues its Lightcycle line of illumination products. Arriving in both a floor lamp and…
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 in…
It’s getting down to the wire for those tech gifts. So we’ve brought some final gift suggestions to Global News Tech Talk today. Mike and Jennifer talk about a number…
Smart devices for the home will be on the top of many lists if they aren’t already installed in your home. That’s why we’re bringing some extra gift ideas to…
Since Winter is coming, and here in many parts of Canada already, we’re talking some very useful energy and money-saving gadgets on Global News Tech Talk this week. Mike and…
In our Wednesday Global News Tech Talk segment today, Mike talks home automation with Sonia. This week, we have a delivery truck full of Amazon gadgets, and a ‘brilliant’ smart…
In our Monday Global News Tech Talk segment today, Mike chats with Sonia about Google’s acquisition of FitBit. We also touch on the launch of Apple TV+ in Canada, and…
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…
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 and…
Apple’s World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC2019) is an exciting time for developers, but they’re not the only ones paying attention. Apple users tune in, too, because this show is part briefing and…
More and more people are listening to music on streaming platforms like Spotify, Google Play Music, and Tidal. Upgrade your listening experience on your favourite streaming platform using the Amazon…
You’re stuck on transit, with no access to your phone to let a friend know you’re going to be a little later than you thought. Or, you’re on a work…
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