"Gadget" Greg Gazin Demystifies Tech & Life in a useful, fun & practical way!
While all the Apple talk seems to be focused on the rumoured big screened iPhone 6, there was good news out today for many iPod touch fans as Apple introduced slight changes to the iPod touch lineup. This is a good thing, as the iPod touch in essence gives you a number of features of the iPhone, like the ability to use apps, but without the phone.
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While some people like to carry around extra batteries or the factory chargers that came with their devices, others just want something small, compact and universal. And Scosche has just the gadget for that. No, in fact, they have two – the superCUBE and superCUBE flip – and they’re 40% smaller than others out there.
Scosche superCUBE is a 12-watt wall adapter for USB powered devices that the company claims is the smallest in its class. It features a single standard USB port, which has a 5V output at 2.4A. So not only will it fast charge most USB powered devices like the iPhone 5S, Samsung Galaxy and most cameras, it also has enough power to charge larger, more power-hungry tablets like the iPad Air. Read more…AT CANOE TECH BLOG
IK Multimedia, known for specializing in gear for musicians and artists released iRig Voice today. This affordable microphone designed for basic voice recording and ideal to pair with popular music apps, karaoke apps and in particular IK’s new EZ Voice – which allows you to sing along to your favourite tune and hear your own voice.
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21.5-inch iMac (left) 27-inch iMac (right)
Much to everyone’s surprise, there were no new hardware announcements at WWDC 2014 earlier this month, despite the rumour mill being flooded with them. Now today, two weeks later, although this one was probably already in the works, Apple unveils a new entry-level budget 21.5 inch iMac.
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If you are unable to visit Dad for Father’s Day and plan on calling him over Skype, iOS users will be happy to know that Skype 5.0 has been totally remastered for iPhone.
Instead of simply upgrading the existing version, Skype 5.0 for iPhone has been rewritten from the ground up giving you a much smoother, faster and more integrated experience. It’s been optimized to take advantage of the power of the latest Apple iOS along with its fluid interface with some resemblance to Facetime, while interestingly at the same time still sharing a consistent look and feel with the Windows phone and Android versions of Skype. Read more… AT CANOE TECH BLOG
If you’re like many who wait for the last minute to find that special gift for that special Dad, or Grand Dad, here are a few ideas especially if he’s a geek – but he doesn’t have to be.
For Dads who love Heavy Duty Wi-Fi
If he’s a real geek and serious Wi-Fi is really important at home, then Dad may enjoy the Linksys WRT 1900AC Dual Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router. This new router looks like a throwback to the earlier part of the 21st century, but its technology is significantly advanced.
READ FULL ARTICLE including gifts from Linksys, Fuji & Dyson at G4 TV CANADA
Swann unveiled today a new Smartphone/tablet controlled waterproof Wi-Fi camera for all elements.
You can mount the camera on any flat surface, upside down, on the ceiling, or on a wall. The SwannEye HD indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi all weather camera retails for $179.99 US. For more info visit Swann.Com
Macphun is known for their powerful, creative and easy to use photography software.
They’ve decided, for a limited time to bundle 3 of their most powerful and popular apps for Mac OS X: Intensify Pro, Snapheal Pro and Focus 2 Pro along with ViewBug, the world’s biggest photo contest community with daily prizes and unlimited opportunities to enhance your photography skills into one bundle, aptly named Creative Kit Plus. [Read more…]
As a Toastmaster you might be asked to host or emcee an event. Have you ever been asked to emcee a charity fundraiser? My first time is coming up, so to prepare, I checked in good friend and Distinguished Toastmaster Jim Ewing, Pro-Vision Solutions, Edmonton who has experience on this area. Have a listen to our chat.
Toastcaster 45: Greg Gazin & Jim Ewing
Had a great opportunity to be a guest on Steve Dotto’s recently introduced Hangouts. What’s also cool i that this was actually the first Google Hangout I’ve participated in. I guess resistance was futile. Seriously, this was simply just the first time.
Also joining the Hangout are Bosco Anthony, Gillian Shaw and Fraser Morrison.
We’re talking about Facebook being sued and Apple WWDC 14 amongst other things. Watch and and enjoy.
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