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I remember my first Rubik’s Cube… well… more of a generic knockoff that was in the bargin bin my Mom bought for me. The cool thing about that cube is it came with instructions on patterns to help solve. So when I saw the Go Cube with Bluetooth ability and an app that does more […]
Apple unveiled Air Tags for tracking keys, luggage, and other items you need. With a device no larger than a U.S. quarter, these tags connect via Bluetooth, and are instantly seen by your Apple device. The Tag also is added to your “Find My” option, so you can find them at a distance. Air Tags […]
Wireless microphones can add more to your show. MOVO wants to give creators options with wireless 2.4 Ghz microphones. The Edge DI is built for the smartphone, where you can do your livestreams, Youtube videos, podcasts, and more. MOVO EDGE DI Wireless The unit is a simple receiver dongle that attaches to the phone. Lightning […]
Pioneer announced a new compact subwoofer and in-dash receiver at CES 2021. The DM- WC5700NEX receiver is the first of its kind in the world, as the screen detaches. The TS-WX010A compact powered subwoofer is only 6.7 x 3.1 inches for installation flexibility. About the DM-WC5700NEX Modular In-Dash Receiver This in-dash system is designed to […]
At NAMM 2021, Yamaha showed off two new keyboards in the YC73 and YC88. These are ready for stage keyboards with many sounds at your fingertips. This is also a keyboard which can cater to the organ player. These keyboards join the YC61, which was introduced in 2020. The keyboards have balanced, weighted keys (73 […]
Albicchiere is a smart wine dispenser that allows you to keep wine on tap for up to 6 months from when you open the bag. The dispenser keeps the wine at the ideal temperature for when you need it. Wine in a Bag? Interesting enough, having a sealed bag system preserves the wine better than […]
Last week, someone talked about how they are taxing their computer with work, plus a constant Zoom call. They wanted to set up another machine for this, but didn’t have a lot of money. That is why I started looking for alternate options. Of course, the Raspberry Pi was the first thing I thought of. […]
One of the coolest things about travel is the ability to taste the cuisine. From restaurants, to how the fast food looks and tastes different from around the world, to even the snacks you can get from the local bodega (because travel always involves late night snack runs). But if you don’t travel like me, […]
A couple years ago, I got to talk with Singular Sound’s BeatBuddy at NAMM, and found out about this great product. Now it’s in the shop, and I am playing around with all the great songs I can play solo using it. What is BeatBuddy This is a pedal that adds a drummer to your […]
The 3D Facebook photo is a fun thing to come up against in Facebook, it can really make an image pop out at you (pun intended). The only issue is your phone needs a depth chart to make this happen – therefore, only phones that could do portrait mode (in certain iOS and Android devices) […]
I still remember the awesome gear I brought to my first CES. It was an off-brand flip camera with adjustable screen. It could do 108p 30fps, and I modded it to accept a external microphone. It wasn’t the prettiest mod I’ve ever done, but it worked. From there, I was a big fan of the […]
Hardware is hard – in part because entrepreneurs significantly underestimate the costs of bringing a new physical product to market. There are hidden costs like enclosures and packaging that need to be designed and manufactured, software developed, and certifications can often be required. Once successful, funding needs only continue as cash flow concerns can impede […]
This panel addresses the scaling infrastructure, and how they are looking at 5G and Edge Cloud. These are the items that make smart cities. The ability for low-latency bandwidth that is 1,000 greater with no latency. Transformation needs changes to work. The group will look at these topics, and how they are improving hardware to […]
Tim Bajarin picks Dmitry Grishin’s brain on a variety of questions, including his involvement with the purchase of Ring to Amazon. Here are a couple key quotes from Dmitry during the chat. On Timing Your Company My company, which became pretty big, right now, number five biggest Russian company overall. So we have 150 million […]
Vehicles, next generation wearables, RFID sensors are all driving hardware trends in 2019 – and the industries impacted will include the biggest and most important in the world including transportation, agriculture, healthcare and manufacturing. Crystal ball gazing aside – much of next evolution is already being planned too and as the old saying goes – […]
I 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 on what I need to do to […]
I love streaming software programs. They can make my job easier by letting me create content live, as well as recorded for later posting. Just a couple weeks ago, Instagram stepped up their videos with IGTV – or Instagram TV. For most, you can record up to a 10 minute video, then post to the […]
Taking a television outside is easy, but mounting, and keeping that TV in working conditions 365 days a year becomes the challenge. The store bought TV is not intended to be used like that. Enter in Sunbrite TV – a division of Snap AV. A company that installs A/V solutions outside. How Sunbrite TV Works […]
Amy Zhou joined me on Geekazine Live to talk about the current line of Magewell capture cards. From USB capture devices, to pro 2k and 4k capture cards. Magewell Ultra Stream HDMI The highlight of the show was Magewell’s new Ultra Stream HDMI – a standalone recording and streaming encoder. Bring HDMI video in, and […]
Summer is approaching fast, and with it, you’re gonna want to be outside more than in. You also want to have your music with you, inside and out. There are many options to choose from, but one speaker is standing out for it’s versatility. The Riva Wand – Part of the Riva Audio system – […]
Rarely do I get time to go see an attraction in Las Vegas. This trip, I stayed at Treasure Island Hotel, and since it was right down the hall (really, it was less than 1,000 steps), I checked out Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. About Treasure Island Hotel This hotel/casino is placed toward the north end of the […]
We talked with Chris Poland about the Stone Tone for guitar. Now, Sergio Michel talks with Richard Bosworth – concert pianist – about how Stone Tone gives him an extra boost playing. Stone Tone uses Granite to create a sustain that adds to the stringed instrument. Whether Guitar, Piano, Bass, or another stringed instrument, the […]
This year, CES may have had a blackout, but they couldn’t keep the monitor technology down. At LG, we got to see some of the best screens yet. From the “LG Cavern” – a room with curved monitors showing different scenes, making it look like you were walking through a cave, forrest, and more – […]
IP video can be easy, and difficult at the same time. Especially if you are trying to record or stream 1080p 60fps. In the last year, NewTek has come out with the NDI protocol, which allows you to send video across an IP network with less pixelation and latency. The Connect Spark was released so […]
TVoIP (Television over IP) is really gaining momentum. So much that your cable company might be your Internet provider only and you’ll have many options to choose from. Hulu wants to be one of those to deliver live tv, and they put together a great plan so you can start watching right away. It does […]