Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 5/22/20 - Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub

Rick is joined by Axel Martinez this week to talk about the Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub as millions of Americans will be grilling this holiday weekend.

Have a listen:

At $129, the Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub accessory is designed to transform any basic barbecue grill into a smart, internet-connected one. And through its mobile app, the Weber Connect can walk you through recipes step by step.

Check out the black plastic square about the size of a hockey puck. On the back edge of it are ports for four temperature probes. Weber supplies two in the kit, one for ambient grill temperatures and one for food.


You also get a USB cable, Micro-USB on one end and standard size on the other. You use this to charge the Connect unit. Likewise you can run the device off a compatible AC adapter or an external battery.

The setup

The first step is to charge the Weber Connect's battery. That can take a good amount of time (about three to four hours) depending on its charge level. Another annoyance I ran into was a barrage of software updates.

Let it load all the updates.

A plus:

I do like the Weber Connect's bright LED display. It's big and easy to read even under intense sunlight.


Weber famous for grills and June, famous for pioneering smart cooking technology, are changing the way people grill forever with the introduction of the Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub. It’s a first of its kind, step-by-step grilling assistant that sends notifications directly to a smartphone on everything from grill setup, to when food is ready to flip, serve, and eat. Weber will be showcasing at CES in Las Vegas for the first time ever, debuting the new Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub—which was selected as a CES Innovation Award honoree—at the Weber booth during the show.

Integrating artificial intelligence and nearly 70 years of grilling knowledge, the Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub leverages some of the most advanced smart cooking technology on the market.

“Having the right information at the right time is powerful – it’s the key to getting perfect results and developing your skills as a griller. The Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub delivers on that promise and enhances the grilling experience,” said Chris Scherzinger, CEO at Weber-Stephen Products LLC. “Regardless of the type of grill you own, the Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub will seamlessly turn it into a smart grill featuring cutting-edge grilling technology.”

How the Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub works

● Real-time food temperature monitoring: After downloading the Weber Connect mobile app,
simply insert the meat probes into food and then connect them to the Weber Connect Smart
Grilling Hub. If using an ambient probe, then place it inside of the grill using the grate clip
provided. The probes monitor real-time food doneness and grill temperature throughout the
entire cook. Information is then sent to your smartphone through the Weber Connect app. The
app is compatible with iOS and Android.

● Step-by-step assistance: With the Weber Connect app, the griller receives notifications on
everything from grill setup, to when it’s time to flip food, change the temperature, and when it’s
the perfect doneness to serve. The app will also prompt the griller with tips and techniques to
help achieve perfect doneness. It’s like having your own personal grill master by your side every
step of the way.

● Access to decades of grilling expertise: The Weber Connect app features a variety of grilling
programs, developed by Weber Grill Masters, with detailed instructions. New content will
continuously evolve and be added.

● New functionality: Weber Connect will continue to evolve and offer new functionality and
features, including a planned Alexa integration in 2020.

“We started with the simple idea of using modern technology to make cooking perfectly easy for
anyone, and we applied that to grilling. From smoking a holiday turkey to hosting a backyard barbeque,
everyone from the novice griller to an experienced grill master will have the confidence that whatever
they make will come out perfectly,” said Matt Van Horn, June CEO and co-founder. “We’ve
accomplished the next evolution of cooking technology with the Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub
powered by JuneOS, by giving everyone the guidance to unlock their true grilling potential.”

The Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub has launched in more than 30 countries in early 2020. It will be
available in the US at weber.com and select retailers for $129.99. For more information on the Weber
Connect Smart Grilling Hub, visit www.weber.com.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on Radio 105.7 - Tailgating Tech

You know what season it is.....  Tailgating Season!

Rick is here with some of the latest tailgating tech and gadgets. Don't show up at your tailgate without the latest tech.

Have a listen:

1.  GoSun Solar Powered Grills
www.gosunstove.com

Cook a meal in 20 minutes, reaching temperatures up to 550°F (290°C), with the GoSun Sport Solar Powered Grill even under cloudy skies. GoSun Sport is the next evolution in fuel-free cooking. No messy charcoal. No dangerous fires. No more lung clogging smoke. Kids love how it works. It also doesn't take up much space. It sets up in seconds and folds into a slim package. The Sport Solar's tubular design converts nearly 80% of all sunlight entering it’s reflectors into useable heat. It includes a durable borosilicate, vacuum tube oven, two anodized aluminum, parabolic reflectors that fold to protect the tube, a stainless steel cooking tray, a scrubby cleaning tool and stainless steel carrying handles. The Sport cooks everything from meat to vegetable
 

2. GABOSS Inflatable Waterproof Lounger

Under $40

Whether you're camping in the woods, listening to music at a festival, or just hanging out in your own backyard, it's hard to enjoy your time outside if you're uncomfortable. On the flipside, it's easy to spend a lot of money trying to find that comfort. You might invest in patio furniture, pool rafts, folding tailgating chairs and sleeping bags.

Or instead of buying all that stuff, you can buy one product that does it all. Inflatable lounge chairs are a versatile solution to this costly problem. They float so you can bring them in the pool but they'd also be a great addition to your home's bonus room. And since you can lie down in these cushiony seats, they are great for staring up at the sky to stargaze or watch firework shows.

Quick Inflation -Only one hole, Inflatable faster than the two-holes inflatable sofa; No Air Pump Needed: - Materials of our inflatable lounger are lightweight and durable nylon fabric. In a windy day, it can be inflated after you run a few steps against wind no more than 10 seconds, it do not need any inflator tools and can hold upwards of 400 lbs. Comes in different colors.

Link to video of lounger
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgQlKbDFvPU

 


3. Mighty Mug - The Mug that Won't Tip Over
www.themightymug.com

No more spills at your tailgate with the Mighty Mug as it is the world's only travel mug powered by an innovative and patented Smartgrip Technology. Simply place Mighty Mug down on your desk and it creates a powerful airlock which allows Mighty Mug to resist accidental knocks to help avoid spills. When you lift Mighty Mug the pressure is instantly normalized allowing the airlock to release and Mighty Mug to lift naturally. You need to try it to believe it. Perfect for those high traffic areas at your next tailgate. The Mighty Mug retails for $19.99.
 

4. Reactorz Line Of Balls And Discs
www.COOP-Sports.com

These objects delivers a burst of light at your tailgate with every touch, tap, throw and kick. COOP Sports not only offers many ways for kids to get outside and move, they also offer a way for adults and kids to have a blast at any tailgate. The new line of Reactorz are made with Reactive Light Technology, so a kicked soccer ball or a tossed football becomes illuminated on contact. Like Isaac Newton’s law of motion, for every action – toss, throw, kick – there’s an equal and quite bright reaction when kids play with one of eight Reactorz products. From regulation-sized basketball and soccer to football (throws just like a real, regular football!) and disc, these are sporting goods are priced at an affordable $5.99 to $19.99.
 

5. Drift Innovation Compass Camera
www.us.driftinnovation.com

Keep track of all the shennigans before, during and after the big game with the new Compass camera. Drift Innovation is advancing wearable technology with its new Compass camera. Weighing just 1 oz and the size of an Apple Watch screen, the Compass is designed to bring live blogging to the mainstream. The versatile Compass is tiny but it packs a punch, including the ability to shoot 1080p HD video up to 2 hours, 8MP photos, time lapse feature, WiFi connectivity, 32GB microSD slot & 10GB free cloud storage. The Compass is the most affordable ($129.99 MSRP) and it goes and works anywhere as most powerful camera of its size on the market. Paired with a free iOS/Android app, Compass users can livestream their adventures in crystal-clear HD. Can also be used on a dashboard or clip to an article of clothing. The perfect way to save all of those pre and post game moments.
 
Enjoy your next tailgate!