Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 - The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

While attending Adobe Summit in Las Vegas last week, Rick has the opportunity to stay at the high tech and centrally located... THE COSMOPOLITAN of LAS VEGAS

See more at: https://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/

From gambling to eating to relaxing and the best rooms in Las Vegas, it's The Cosmopolitan that now sets the standards in so many ways, in Las Vegas.

The resort opened on December 15, 2010, and is located just south of the Bellagio on the west side of Las Vegas Boulevard.

It consists of two highrise towers, the Boulevard Tower and the Chelsea Tower, both of which are 184 meters (603 ft) tall. The $3.9 billion project features 3,027 rooms, a 110,000 sq ft (10,000 m2) casino, 300,000 sq ft (28,000 m2) of retail and restaurant space, a 40,000 sq ft (3,700 m2) spa and fitness facility, a 3,200-seat theater, and 150,000 sq ft (14,000 m2) of meeting and convention space.

In 2013, the hotel was rated "The Best Hotel in the World" by Gogobot. In 2015, the resort was named to the Condé Nast Traveller Gold List as one of the "Top Hotels in the World".

You can explore the one-of-a-kind restaurant collection featuring the Las Vegas debuts of world-class chefs. Let our stylish art and design exhilarate your cultural sensibilities and our vibrant nightlife capture your imagination. The eclectic mix of hand-selected boutiques, an unrivaled Pool District, 100,000 square-foot casino, and serene Sahra Spa & Hammam complete an unforgettable luxury experience.
 

Here's what Rick found when it comes to technology at The Cosmo


1.  Tech upgrades to the rooms

Rooms are outfitted with top-of-the-line technology that millennials will likely find very appealing. An iPad “virtual concierge” will enable guests to make restaurant and spa reservations, buy tickets, order room service, schedule wake-up calls, and control lighting and temperature. This will also be a great tool for meeting professionals to utilize. They’ll be able to communicate with attendees to send updates and alerts about the itinerary.

Additional include 65-inch Samsung TVs to stay entertained with Hulu, YouTube, Pandora, Crackle and NetFlix, and personal Bluetooth connectivity.


2.   Rose - The Cosmopolitan's resident Chatbox

Rose was unveiled in January of 2017. She is a chatbot unlike other chatbots in the hospitality space as she is playful, savvy, quick-witted and inspiring—reflecting the distinct mystique of the resort and its guests. Rose is an expression of The Cosmopolitan’s luxury-with-a-wink take on hospitality. Rose uses her wit, charm and bold personality to help guests have a better time. She is uniquely designed to move guests around the resort and surprise them along the way. Upon check in, guests are given a mysterious card in a room key packet with a phone number on it. Once guests begin texting the number, they will be introduced to Rose, who does more than any one person could do alone. Through interactive technology using real-time text messaging conversations, Rose guides guests through art tours as well as a variety of tours, has the ability to arrange for amenity delivery (towels, pillows, etc.) to guest rooms, suggests the perfect restaurant, recommends indulgent cocktails and even plays games. More complex questions or requests are handled by CoStars behind the scenes.
-  Important to note: Rose will be the first and only chatbot to communicate and serve guests that are players at the casino.

3.  Three types of pools to enjoy

The Pools at the Cosmopolitan features three different types: a relaxing pool, day club pool and nightclub pool.

4. Underground Parking

The Cosmopolitan was the second Las Vegas hotel, after The Palazzo, to feature an underground parking garage underneath the hotel. As a result, the parking garage was built first. In December 2007, work finished on the 70-foot hole for the parking structure, while other foundation work remained in progress.

5.  LED displays in Lobby

There are 408 LED high-definition screens, which play an inspired mix of videos created in partnership with artists from all over the world.

Powered by some 90 computers and 25 miles of cable, this stunning display of art and tech gets a complete refresh every 30 minutes — When you enter the hotel you will be greeted by a whole new presentation of sight.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 - Valentine's Day Tech

Valentines Day is less than a week away, but Rick and Sully will talk some tech and or gadgets perfect for Valentine's Day this year. Rick goes out of the box with some of these, but all cool and fun!

Have a listen!

1. Boredwalk T-Shirts
www.boredwalktshirts.com

How about a fun t-shirt for your significant other? Boredwalk is an artist owned and operated t-shirt company that offers a fun array of t-shirts for men, women, and children.
Everything is designed and printed in our LA studio with eco-friendly water-based inks. Boredwalk is ready with fun and quirky tees ranging in various colors and sporting fun sayings like “Feminism is my second favorite F-word” that are sure to complete any Galentine’s Day.

They are also donating a portion of our sales now through February 28th to She Should Run, an organization that helps women run for public office. $1 from every sale of our feminist/political shirts from 2/1 through 2/28 will be donated to She Should Run. Being a progressive woman-owned business, we have chosen to make She Should Run our Valentine this year, as a way to support other women in leadership.



2. A Day at TopGolf
www.topgolf.com

TopGolf is and has been fun, but new technology makes it even more entertaining.

TopGolf offers low-pressure date activities that you could enjoy on Valentine’s Day OR Galentine’s Day this year.

With a great selection of sharable bites, refreshing drinks, online reservations and a little friendly competition in a cozy atmosphere, Topgolf is the perfect Valentine’s Day destination for couples of all ages and relationship stages.

TopGolf is also introducting Toptracer technology.

The Toptracer that customers will see at Topgolf Orlando, the company’s 36th location, is similar to what viewers see when watching tournament coverage on NBC and Golf Channel. In addition to the iconic line that tracks ball flight, customers will see carry distance, ball speed, height, hang time and the curve of the shot. Justin Norvell, Topgolf Orlando’s director of operations, views it as just one more way for the company to “increase engagement” with its guests.

In Georgia, there is a TopgGolf location in Atlanta and Alpharetta.

 

3. Farmgirl Flowers
www.farmgirlflowers.com

While there is nothing really techy about sending or giving flowers for Valentine's Day... one company that has grown in less than 7 years, starting out in a kitchen and now shipping nationwide uses tech to scale it's business and bring fresh flowers and other gifts to customers all over the country.

Farmgirl Flowers is now a $14.5 million business. Their biggest unexpected challenge has been needing to shift supply chain drastically. Earlier this year we had to pivot from using all US grown flowers to include some imported product. This wasn’t a move we initially wanted to make but was one we needed to make in order to continue to scale with the limited quantities available to us domestically."

4. Man Crates
www.mancrates.com

Personalized crate of goodies for the man in your life.
There are NFL, NHL, college sports, NASCAR themed crates and more...
 

5. Lovepop 3-D Valentine's Cards
www.lovepopcards.com

Lovepop is the perfect fit for any V-day celebration because there are so many varieties to choose from!
Whether you’re looking to send a valentine to a friend, family or your lover, these 3-D cards have got you covered.

 

6.  The Lovebox
https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/lovebox-spinning-heart-messenger

Lovebox really is a box that looks like your ordinary, adorable piece of home decor. However, it's equipped with a mirrored screen on the inside, which is where the magic takes place.
A box where someone can send a message to you through an app and it appears in the box.

The heart on the outside of the box spins, letting the receiver know that they've got mail. (The heart keeps spinning until the lid is opened, so leaving messages for people to come home to is definitely a sweet idea.)
Final step: The apple of your eye sees the heart spinning, opens the lid to view their message, and is showered in hearts plus the text message.
 

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on Radio 105.7 and iHeartRadio - Tech for the Active and Health Conscious Person

The holidays are a great time to think about your health and how you can keep healthy in the new year. Many gift recipients are looking for gifts they can put to use in fitness activities indoors and outdoors to stay fit and healthy.


Rick and Sully discuss:

1.  Airfree Tulip Air Freshener
www.airfree.com

Airfree Tulip is the ideal solution for compact spaces, where design and wellness are essential in breathing fresh air. For just $239

Slim and powerful, the Airfree Tulip promises clean air and design that fits with your home décor. This patented Thermodynamic TSS Technology destroys mold, dust mites, bacteria, viruses, pollens, pet dander, tobacco and other organic allergens.

Airfree also reduces indoor harmful ozone levels. It is perfect for mold contaminated areas as well as asthma and allergy sufferers.

Airfree ’s exclusive technology is completly silent and does not require any filters or maintenance.

 

2. R1280T Speakers from Edifier
http://www.edifier.com/us/en

The perfect workout speakers for your home.
A pair of bookshelf speakers for $99. The Edifier R1280T are an affordable, entry-level set of bookshelf speakers that deliver clear and balanced sound at low or high volumes. The speakers have a 4-inch bass driver and a calibrated, flared bass reflex port augmented by a 13mm silk dome tweeter for a total output of 42W RMS (21W each speaker). An optional front cover can be removed to expose the speaker components allowing for a sleek look or a more exposed techie aesthetic. Use them with a television, computer, or other device, they sound great on any surface.
 

3. SmartHalo Bike Sensor
www.smarthalo.bike

$149 great for the biking enthusiast
Forget a rental car or a taxi: The best way to explore a city is often on two wheels. At the close of 2017, more than 60 U.S. municipalities are offering bike-share programs where at little or no cost, you can grab a bike and then return it when finished at any rack or station in the operating area. But how to know where you are going in a new city? SmartHalo is a sensor-like GPS device that attaches to any type of bike handlebar and pairs by Bluetooth with the SmartHalo app. While cycling, the phone stays in the pocket or the purse, and you get the fastest routes, answer calls and track fitness data.  

4. Tecnifibre New RackPack Pro Bag
www.tecnifibre.com

Tecnifibre may be the high tech tennis company, so that means players of all abilities and levels can benefit from its products. From it’s T-Flash racquets to its innovative strings and now it’s trendy Rack Pack Pro bag with more pockets than any other tennis bag on the market. The Rack Pack Pro has five internal compartments and two zipped nets. It stores numerous racquets and also two pairs of shoes. It’s innovation like this that keeps tennis players on the courts.
 

5.   CEP Compression Sleeves and Socks
www.cepcompression.com

CEP Compression is a world leader in performance compression socks and apparel for athletes and frequent travelers. Compression sleeves and socks are perfect for people who travel long distances and have to remain seated for long periods of time. When movement is constrained, blood circulation to the legs is restricted causing heavy legs, leg pain, swollen feet and ankles and even blood clots. Wearing CEP products alleviates that pain in your muscles, and no more sore feet. Try the Recovery+ Pro Compression Socks and sleeves. Prices starting at $30.

 

***Wrap up  - have Sully and Rick seen the new Star Wars movie?

Rick has and he also has the hottest toy this holiday season the Sphero R2-D2
The app-controlled droid

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on Radio 105.7 and iHeartRadio - Gift for Those that Have Everything

There's always at least one. That person on your list that seems to have everything.
They are tough to buy for...

Rick and Sully try to take some of the mystery out of gift giving with these unique items.

Have a listen:

1.  Catstudio
www.catstudio.com

Your favorite designs on many different products
Inspired by a love of world culture and art, catstudio's original geography collection is a timeless ode to geography and craftsmanship. These iconic hand-embroidered pillows embrace a love of travel and discovery with a twist of humor, nostalgia, and hand-craftsmanship. Available in over 200 designs, with new products and designs constantly being added to the collection. In addition to the original geography pillows, catstudio also offers their designs on dish towels, glasses, and many other items as well.  With price points starting at under $20 and going up $660, catstudio designs include all fifty states, cities around the world, national parks, landmarks, holiday designs, and the brand new collegiate collection.

Diff. ideas:
Georgia (including collegiate): http://www.catstudio.com/catalogsearch/result/index/?p=1&q=georgia
Atlanta: http://www.catstudio.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=atlanta
Collegiate: http://www.catstudio.com/collections/collegiate-collection.html
 


2. Dry Decks
https://www.nodproducts.com/dry-decks/

Dry Decks ($8): Made from 100%-plastic, Dry Decks are the best waterproof playing cards on the market! Whether you’re a fan of Crazy Eight’s or Go Fish, each pack comes with two sets of cards and includes two different designs.
 


3.  Mister Maginsky - High Tech Underwear
www.mistermaginsky.com

Denis Kosor, founder of Mister Maginsky is changing underwear forever as the world’s first two-compartment underwear that keeps things separated for a better wearing experience and overall improved hygiene.
"Comfort" is the keyword here as these boxer briefs score high it comfort and fit. Mister Maginsky underwear offers a patented solution that separates your two male parts (the twins from the king, the king gets his own room:) in a way that promotes active flexibility and bodily hygiene. This is a durable pair of underwear that doesn't lose its shape, elasticity or feel.
Kosor says this been his goal all along.

"It allows you to see how studying mother nature has helped us create our patented design solution, which we are now — after years of development — delighted to bring to the market, just in time for the holidays!"
The future is now when it comes to underwear. re-invented your underwear. No sweat, no sticking, no altering, literally; have all your things perfectly aligned.

4. Toast - and their new Leather Pint Glass Cuffs
https://www.toastmade.com/products/leather-pint-glass-cuffs.html

Sure, foam drink holders keep your hands from getting cold and your beverage chilled, but can be flimsy and an eye sore. Toast’s new Leather Pint Glass Cuffs are made from luxurious, hand-stitched real leather and come wrapped around a premium quality 16 oz. pint glass. The leather cuffs come in 10 colors ranging from Moscow Mule to Stout and you can add a personal touch to it by customizing it with any design, image or text that you want.
 

5. NewerTech NuGuard Keyboard Cover
www.newertech.com

NewerTech NuGuard Keyboard Cover: provides protection and style to your laptop without compromising functionality. The NuGuard Keyboard Cover has a smooth surface feel for easy typing while protecting your laptop’s delicate keyboard from wear and tear, food, and dust. The keyboard cover is super easy to install, with the option to change out the color as you’d like. Easy to clean by quickly rinsing with water and drying, the NuGuard Keyboard Cover is available in 12 colors for all MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Retina laptops from 2011 to current.
Price: from $9.49
 

6.  XO Santa's Cookie Coal - for anybody that's been naughty

Did your husband forget to take the trash out yet again? Or have the kids had a meltdown at every checkout line lately?
XO Marshmallow’s limited-edition Santa's Cookie Coal is a creamy vanilla, blended with crunchy Oreo cookies, and a dash of activated charcoal. Coal is $7.95/dozen and available​ starting November 28,​
In-store at 6977 N Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, and online at www.xomarshmallow.com.

Slip some coal into their stocking to let them know they were on the naughty list this year.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on Radio 105.7 and iHeartRadio - Hotels.com, New Smartphone Accessories and More

Rick is in Dallas, TX this week, working the Florida vs. Michigan, AdvoCare Classic, college football game at AT&T Stadium...

All of Rick's travel arrangments this weekend were made with Hotels.com.
Air, hotel, car, and more..

Hotels.com is unleashing the power of Pepper at the game.. and of course, Captain Obvious was there too...

Meet Pepper - the Winning Experience

Pepper®, the humanoid robot from SoftBank Robotics, joined Hotels.com at AT&T Stadium for the game to surprise and delight Michigan and Florida fans. Hotels.com is harnessing the power of robotics by leveraging the new Pepper Promoter application. Pepper will bring an engaging and interactive experience to the fan zone by promoting Hotels.com® Rewards and deals, highlight the newest Hotels.com game day commercial and encourage fans to enter into a sweepstakes. At the end of the interaction, fans can pose with Pepper for a selfie and then tag their team for a fresh social experience.  

What a game and great tech from Hotels.com and Saftbank.

Also...
If you though every possible smartphone accessory has hit the market... you were wrong!
This week, Rick and Sully take a look at some new innovative accessories for your devices...

1. Windblocker
www.windblocker.com

Windblocker is a small portable cover for your smartphone’s microphone.

It let’s you have crystal clear audio outdoors. For instance during an important call or shooting a video. The new generation of Windblocker includes on that fits in your ear. They really work for under $10
 

2. mycharge AdventureUltra

www.mycharge.com

You will always have a charge with mycharge products. The AdventureUltra features a USB-C and two USB-A ports to charge awide range of devices. The powerful charger also has an AC power port for running and charging items such as laptops and even TVs for tailgating. All for just $129.99. The myCharge Adventure Ultra charger utilizes safe-cell, ensuring your safety while charging your phone.
 

3. Toast Customized Smartphone Cases
www.toastmade.com

You need a gadget cover that is 100% your own.  Trust us, we get it.  If you want to promote your business, give a unique gift, or just show off how badass you are, let your Toast do the talking.  Send us your artwork or logo and we'll hook you up.  Prepare to be flooded with compliments.  Nice one, you maverick-y maverick, you!
 

4. Lilgadgets - Headphones and earbuds with a volume limit for kids

www.lilgadgets.com

LilGadgets high-quality, high-performance headphones and earbuds delivers a bold and beautiful design that distinguish away from the typical children's product. While manufacturing a product that is kid safe, LilGadgets headphones incorporates a volume limit of 93db, a passive noise reduction, durable design and complies with the standards set by the CPSC Toy Compliant and ASTM International Standards. With their SharePort® feature, children can connect multiple headphones to one device and reinventing the "buddy system."
The Connect+ Pro are a beautifully designed, high-quality, wired children’s headphone for children aged 6 and up, featuring the integrated SharePort to make sharing a little easier between kiddos. Each pair comes with a high quality microfiber travel pouch and a four foot premium nylon braided 3.5mm audio cable with an inline microphone. The Connect+ Pro is foldable and durably constructed out of a high quality polycarbonate, reinforced with metal extenders for variable sizing, and covered with comfortable SoftTouch Fabric. Volume Limited with Adult Worthy, Quality Audio: The max volume is set at 93db with internal 40mm drivers and a range of 20Hz to 20kHz. $29.95
 

5.  Arccos Driver Tuning and 360 - for golfers
www.arccosgolf.com

Golfers will love pairing their smartphones with Arccos products.
They will make you a better golfer.
Driver Tuning is offered exclusively for COBRA CONNECT Powered by Arccos users with Cobra KING F7 and F7+ drivers. It considers a player’s current settings and on-course performance during a three-round window. Harnessing machine learning, the system then recommends weight and loft adjustments based on recognized patterns. This removes the guesswork, making it easy for golfers of all skill levels to maximize their distance and accuracy.
Arccos 360 -  second-generation system features 14 sensors – one for every club in your bag. It automatically records and analyzes every shot you hit, combining Live Shot Tracking, GPS 2.0 and Tour Analytics to help any player make smarter decisions to shoot lower scores.
User benefits:
    Know your exact distance to any point on the course
    Learn precisely which club to use in every situation
    Identify your actual strengths and weaknesses

System features:
    Ultralight, low-profile sensors
    Battery designed to last 5 years
    Power saving mode
    Enhanced shot-detection algorithm
 


6.  Tip ‘n Split  - not really a smartphone accessory.. but
www.tipnsplit.com

Read the menu, calculate tips, and split the check with this handy gadget. You know the drill. You’re having a tasty dinner in a dimly lit restaurant when the menu comes. Squinting and lowering your head closer and closer to the tiny print of the menu, it’s time to get some help. You may also need extra light. Appearing on QVC and The Today Show, the solution lies in Tip ‘n Split® – the innovative LED magnifying tool that not only helps you read the menu, it can calculate both tips and splits for each member of your group. Easy to use for all, keep dinner in fun mode with a gadget that takes the stress out of paying the bill – plus it keeps your smartphone away from the table! Great price at $26.95
Features:

    Magnifier
    Light
    Tip Calculator
    Bill Splitter