Playing Chess with Gary Kasparov Before the Walkers Attacked
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSWhile I was at SXSW, I was asked to come get footage for a chess match between Gary Kasparov, and 10 others. But what happened next really made my day. The 10th person did not show up, so I ended up playing in the spot! Of course, not […]
OTUS Vision Goggles Help Work Out Your Eyes While You Watch TV
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSI used to do Eyerobics – a theory that if you work out your eyes, you will have better eyesight in the years to come. Some of the exercises made it tougher to stick on a regime, so I stopped. As I get older, I start to think […]
Inner Garden from Ullo World is Zen
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSCES innovations can be anywhere. Not just through the latest technology, but also bringing old and new together. Take Ullo World, for example. A CES Innovation Award Honoree. The Inner Garden is an enterprising adventure into extended reality. The Inner Garden combines kinetic sand with a projector, sensors, […]
Hooke Verse 3D Audio Brings Binaural Recording to your Phone
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSRecording video through a phone is a great way to capture the moment, but sometimes the audio experience gets lost. With binaural recording, the sound expands, and the experience increases. Anthony Mattana at Hooke audio wanted to make a simple device to give you that binaural experience. As […]
Korean Startups at CES IP&PIMS, Chang Dae Tech, Construction Machine Simulator, Protostar
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSThis is part 1 of a 2 part video. I was asked by Aving.net to judge 8 of the Korean startups that came to CES 2019 to present and get noticed by investors and companies. In this first video, we look at the following 4 companies: IP&PMS This […]
PreSonus Studio Series USB-C Interface Mixers for Recording Needs
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSAs a musician, podcaster, and live streamer, I use PreSonus interfaces for my portable needs. At NAMM, PreSonus has updated the line with USB-C interfaces, along with bringing you 192 kHz sample rates, 24 bit, and even MIDI options. Don’t forget to check out the new PreSonus ATOM […]
Petronics Mousr is a Toy for Your Cat
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSYour cat is going to love the Petronics Mousr. This fun gadget plays with your cat. It lets you use your mobile device to play with and stimulate your pet. Maybe you are too busy to give your cat the proper playtime. Maybe you’re just lazy and want […]
BopPad Shows a Different E-Drum Setup
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSIn the last few years, I’ve been working on different ways a drum set can be put together. With electric drums, you can do so much more. Take, for example, this e-drum setup at the Keith McMillen Instruments booth. They were showing off their BopPad smart fabric drum, […]
Aurai Eye Water Massager
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSIf you need a good eye massage and also want to look like Cyclops from the X-Men, Aurai has just thing for you. The funny thing is that when you turn this device on the light in the front slit makes it look even more sci-fi. It’s a […]
HP Reinventing SMB Printing with Office Jet Pro 8025, 8035, 9015, 9025, Premier
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSI went to New York a couple weeks ago to learn about a new set of Office Jet Pro printers that HP was releasing. We also learned more about why HP was releasing them, and that is simply to give SMBs more functional printers that can do more […]
Game of Thrones “Bleed for the Throne” Event at SXSW
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSJust like last year, HBO has created a great immersive event in the Bleed for the Throne. Part blood drive, part reenactment of Kings Landing, where you pledge your allegiance. The Red Cross was on hand to help with the donations. Those giving blood got at Game of […]
Highlights from the SXSW EDU Expo Hall
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSThere are many levels to SXSW, including the education vertical, which runs the first 4 days. EDU has a lot of tech for students, and a lot of cool ideas. The SXSW EDU Expo was going on today, and I got to check out the companies that participated. […]
Artesia xKey Portable MIDI Keyboard
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSIf you’re a musician who is partial to the piano, the Artesia xkey 25 and 37 key Bluetooth models are pretty cool. They work with Garage Band or any other type of audio recording software. Of course, they connect to any smart device via Bluetooth as well. They […]
Airturn BT-200|S Bluetooth Pedals, goStand
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSAt NAMM 2019, I had a great conversation with the folks at AirTurn. They specialize in Bluetooth page turn pedals, and tablet/computer stands, and were showing off several new models this year. We talked with them over the new products they came out with. Airturn Bluetooth Pedals Airturn […]
The BreadBot Makes Loaves of Bread in 90 Minutes
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSWilkinson Baking Company showed off a very cool machine called “The Breadbot”, and it makes me want to eat carbs right now. Loads of carbs. Who doesn’t love bread? I learn more about this new appliance at CES 2019 The Breadbot came about when a certain kid would […]
PreSonus ATOM is a MIDI Production Pad Controller
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSPreSonus is getting into the MIDI controller game, and they have an item in ATOM that will be your new, best production tool. I got to see this in action at NAMM 2019, as well as play around with it. This pad controller could launch PreSonus into a […]
DJI Shows off new Osmo Pocket, Mavic 2 Controller with Built in Display
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSAt the DJI booth, there was a new remote for the Mavic 2 series drone. It’s a sleek looking universal smart remote with a built-in color screen. This eliminates the need to have your smartphone in addition to the remote. Now your phone doesn’t have to lose it’s […]
Sony Hi-Res Recorders PCM-A10 and PCM-D10
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSI talked with Andy at NAMM 2019 about the new line of hi-res handheld recorders for musicians, podcasters, videographers, and more. The newest versions of recorders, with adjustable mics, XLR support (PCM-D10), and remote use with the Sony REC recording app. All with 24-bit sound. Sony PCM-A10 Small […]
Beatbox is a DIY Drum Machine in a Cardboard Box
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSHere’s a fun music project for you DIYers out there. Beatbox Instruments is a cost-effective device that you can build yourself. When you are done, you have an awesome device that can make beats with the push of a button. What started out as a college project turned […]
New Lenovo Gear for 2019
Podcast: EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSSLenovo had quite a few things to show off this year. They have accessories, notebooks, displays, gaming products and more. The Lenovo Smart Clock runs Google assistant. It has a 4″ touchscreen display(480×800 resolution). It’s also 2.4 and 5G wireless. It has a USB port for charging your […]