Wireless Wednesday for 10/30/13: With Mitch Evans - Halloween

* TOPICS - Rick and Mitch are getting ready for Halloween, so we break out the Halloween gadgets and apps - Boo!

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Show Notes:

1.  Pumpkin Gutter  $12

"Pumpkin shredding glory! This is by far the best thing ever invented for pumpkin carvers. You can gut a pumpkin in seconds. I carve hundreds of pumpkins for friends and competitions around Halloween and this thing takes a beating. You won't be disappointed in this product."



2.  Buckshot Bluetooth Speaker  Around $50

The Buckshot is a new, super-portable, multifunctional, rugged and water-resistant wireless speaker.  It's loaded with features.  Pipe in that halloween music, those ghost and spooky sounds.
 


3.  Creature Crate

Scare the neighbors and trick or treaters

The Creature Crate is built of solid wood and assembled the old fashioned way: with glue and square nails. It is built to last! The wood is aged or stained to your preference.
It shakes it makes noise, it cam emit smoke

Multiple Creature Crates can be linked to each other or to other animatronics to provide multi-character shows complete with sound, fx and lighting.





4. Garden Zombie

Artist Alan Dickinson to create a lifelike (deadlike?) zombie for your garden, and he succeeded in scaring the Dickens out of everyone. For $100 plus shipping, you can be sure nobody will be snipping your lavender anytime soon

 

5. Flicking 3-Light Candelabra  $20

Greet the guests who dare enter your haunted Halloween home with this electric candelabra. It features flicker-flame bulbs and a gothic design, lending an air of spooky atmosphere to any room. Whether you use it for your next costume party or for a gathering of friends on Halloween, this candelabra will bring a sense horror and fright to your festivities.





App of the Week

Track-O-Lantern - Track your kids while they are trick-or-treating - $1.99 - (Android)

This app lets you monitor your child’s phone from your home computer. The parent needs to download the free Track-O-Lantern reader on his/her wireless device, PC or Mac. The free reader for the Track-o-Lantern Halloween child tracker works as a map. Install on the parent’s phone, log in with credentials from the child’s phone, and you’re up and monitoring. Displays history and current location.
 

Wireless Wednesday for 9/11/13: With Mitch Evans - FarmLinks and Tech News

* TOPICS -  Rick is at a high tech golf course in Alabama called "FarmLinks" - A big week for Tech Announcements and the "App of the Week"

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- FarmLinks - A research and demonstration golf course in Alabama

http://www.farmlinks.org/

 



Tech News

1.   Apple announces new iPhones
Better camera, thumb reader, faster processor  -  Gold iPhone 5S
Apple unveiled their new iPhone 5S and iPhone 5S at their press event in Cupertino, California, Tuesday the 10th of September, andthe iPhone 5S release date will be the 20th of September.

Apple are expected to put the iPhone 5S up for pre-order on Friday the 13th of September, and then start shipping the handset and selling it in their retail stores from Friday the 20th of September.
 
2.   Microsoft buys Nokia

Doesn't really impact us, unless we have a Nokia phone or use Windows Phone 8 operating system on your phone.
Microsoft Phone 8 only has about a 3% market share, but it is growing slowly.
It was a big cash deal 7.7 Billion. 
Nokia makes a good phone

3.   Samsung announces a new Galaxy Note 3  and a watch

Rick and Brian both use Samsung Galaxy Notes...
What's new with the Galaxy Note 3?  - Slimmer and  larger screen at 5.7-inches. It also offers more battery life than the Galaxy Note 2, and there’s a new and improved S Pen.  10 different colors
Samsung Gear line - includes a smartwatch  for about $300
 
4.   Aio Wireless - new low cost wireless providor - a division of AT&T

New low cost wireless providor  www.aiowireless.com
Some of the latest smartphones, no contract , low cost wireless
Nationwide coverage
Retail stores
$40, $55, and $70 per month
Additionally, new customers who activate service in stores or online by September 29, 2013 will be able to participate in Aio's special Fall promotion and get their third month of service free (conditions apply**). 
All three plans include unlimited talk, text, and data-with a pre-established amount of high-speed access, including 4G LTE.
 


 App of the Week   -   Facial Hair Free  -  (Free for iOS)

See how you look with different types of facial hair
Add facial hair to any photo for free! This app allows you to add 7 different styles of facial hair to your pre-existing photos or to photos you take on-the-spot.
 
 
Even Mitch gets into the act

 

Wireless Wednesday for 8/29/13: With Mitch Evans - All About LinkedIn

 Rick and Mitch talk about LinkedIn today.

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* TOPICS -   U.S. Open tennis is underway and we take a look at LinkedIn today. - and the App of the Week

LinkedIn: A social media platform for professionals

225 million+ members | Manage your professional identity. Build and engage with your professional network. Access knowledge, insights and opportunities.
You need to have a LinkedIn account!


1. * LinkedIn news - 14-Year-Olds Can Join LinkedIn, Size Up Colleges

LinkedIn has lowered the minimum age for users to 14.
Should your 14-year old have a LinkedIn account?
As of Sept. 12, the age-18 minimum for LinkedIn membership will disappear. Being 14 will be sufficient in the U.S. and Canada.
LinkedIn’s new initiative centers on specially designed pages for universities. Late last week, LinkedIn’s higher education evangelist, John Hill, offered previews of new LinkedIn pages for Carnegie-Mellon and New York University. In addition to all the usual fare — such as campus news, photos and financial-aid facts — LinkedIn will provide lots of unique data about alumni career paths, as well some help in reaching out to individual graduates.
LinkedIn's thought is to try and make money off colleges and universites


2.   Get the LinkedIn app for your phone, iPad, etc

A great app  upgraded with faster search
Faster search, easier  to find other people

3.  LinkedIn Redesigns Group Pages

The "groups" section of LinkedIn is one of the most popular area.
The redesign is part of LinkedIn's continued efforts to make the site "easier and simpler to use," according to a press release. It also puts more emphasis on user content, making it easier to determine who has commented on a Group post or follow a conversation in the comments thread. Group moderators will also be able to customize the Group's image at the top of the page.


4.   Some LinkedIn Tips

a.  Optimize your LinkedIn profile
Update your profile image. Upload a head shot if you haven’t already. It doesn’t need to be professionally photographed, but it should be clear and appropriate for your industry.

b.   The Experience Section
Edit experience section. Don’t simply cut and paste from your resume. Be sure to list not only your job responsibilities but also your notable accomplishments and good client results at each job.

C.  Complete other sections
Complete other relevant sections. After completing the basic experience section, LinkedIn will allow you to add education, honors and awards, certifications, volunteer experience, LinkedIn groups you’ve joined. You can even upload professional presentations or portfolios.

D. Look at your LinkedIn profile and determine if you would hire yourself



App of the Week   - U.S. Open Tennis App - Free

The app for the 2013 US Open Tennis Championships, developed by IBM with special features from American Express and Esurance. Follow the action LIVE during the Open, August 26 to September 9, 2013.

Key Features:

Timeline
Completely redesigned homepage allows fans to view a chronological timeline of news, photos, videos, tweets and Trending Topics throughout the tournament.

Scores
LIVE exclusive point-by-point scoring updates and completed match results during the US Open.

Video
LIVE streaming video during Labor Day and Finals Weekends, and on-demand video highlights, press conferences, analysis and more throughout the tournament.

US Open TrendCast – American Express Special Feature * Social Media*
Follow the US Open’s hottest social trends like never before with the top five topics on our Heat Index fan can join in all across the globe on the latest trending conversation.

News
Latest news updates from on and off the court throughout the tournament.
USOpen.org Radio - American Express Special Feature
LIVE streaming ball-by-ball radio coverage featuring Courtside Q&A — a live, interactive Q&A with match commentators featuring user-submitted questions via Twitter.

Schedule of Play
Keep track of when and where all the matches are throughout the day.

Draws
Follow your favorite players and of all the great match-ups.

Photos
Stunning photo coverage during the US Open.

Social
Stay connected to the US Open via Facebook, Twitter, Google+, foursquare, YouTube, and Instagram.

Visiting the Open
A fan's guide to the US Open, featuring an interactive map of the grounds, Esurance Top 10 things to do at the Open and other great spectator info.

Push Alerts
Get breaking news and player updates as the action happens.

NOTE: When you are on the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, be sure to use the "2013 US Open Fans" free WiFi Network

Wireless Wednesday for 8/21/13: With Mitch Evans - Gadgets For the Dorm Room

A lot of fun and laughs this week.

Gadgets for the college kid moving into a dorm room or small apartment - and the App of the Week

Students all over the country are moving into their dorm rooms or small apartments this week.  Here are some tech gadgets for those looking to save space in their dorm or apt.

Have a listen to all three parts

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1.    Dyson Bladeless Fan   www.dyson.com
Every student needs to bring along a fan.

10 inch table fan generates a constant flow of smooth air for personal cooling. It uses Air Multiplier™ technology to draw in and amplify air 15 times. There are no fast-spinning blades, so AM01 is safe and easy to clean. Airflow is fully adjustable, and there’s oscillation and touch tilt

2.   Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock ($40)

Worried about missing early classes? With humongous sound and a vibrating bed-shaker device, this "Sonic Bomb" will wake you (and your roommate) up on time, guaranteed, no mater how hungover or tired you are.
 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LW9IQou5xkA

3.  Satechi Smart LED Desk Lamp ($99)

When you pull an all-nighter because procrastinating seemed like a good idea at the time, a dependable desk lamp is a necessity. This one from Satechi has a built-in USB charger, dimmer touch controls and a long-lasting LED bulb, plus a timer so -- even if you fall asleep in your textbook -- you'll at least save energy.

4  Sticky Door Mat  $50-60

These unique mats are now available to protect many types of carpeted or hard surface floors in the home. Tracked in dirt on the shoes of family members or guests will no longer be a problem. Floors will stay cleaner and you won't have to say, “please wipe your feet” or “please take off your shoes”.
Sticky Mats come in different sizes and shapes, colors and designs.
With a Sticky Mat at the doorway, the dirt and grime gets automatically stuck to the mat. Kids love to see the footprints magically left behind on the mat
 

5  iShower    www.ishowerinc.com   $99

Bring Your Music in the Shower, Poolside, Beach, Spa or Backyard –
Soak in the Sound & Lather Up with Your Favorite Artist
 
Don’t Damage your Phone -- Keep Your Device Safe & Dry Away from the Water –
iShower Speaker is Compatible to 200 Feet with Any Bluetooth Audio-Streaming Phone, Tablet or Computer - Including iPad, iPhone, iPod & Android
    Play/pause/forward/rewind & volume functions.

•         200-foot range -- leave your device anywhere in your home, away from potential water damage.

•         15 hours of streaming audio on 3 AA batteries (included).

•         Water resistant.

•         Clock time display.

•         Easy installation with “Grab-n-Go” mount (no tools needed).

•         Detaches, easy to use on the go
 



App of the Week   - For the Fantasy Football Geeks

Fantasy Alarm - Free for both iOS and Android

For Fanatsy Football players - this app keep you up to the minute on injuries

NFL players take a beating on the field every Sunday, then do their best to recover over the course of the week before doing it all again. Bump, bruises, and even serious injuries are bound to occur over the course of a season. All of that is to be expected, but what fantasy football owners almost never expect is the game time scratch. This is an occurrence that has put an end to more than a few teams’ weeks before they even began. FantasyAlarm will make sure you don’t fall victim to the sudden roster changes by alerting you when a player on your fantasy team goes down with an injury or is deactivated before kickoff, giving you just enough time to make a quick adjustment that might save your week.


 

Wireless Wednesday for 6/12/13: With Mitch Evans - Home Office Tech

Today we talk telecommuting  or working from home and setting up, and the tech for your home office and of course the app of the week.

More and more Americans are working from home. Some studies say workers that work out of the home are more productive.  Let's look at some technology to make working at home more efficient.

1.  Find a good clock/time app  along with a calendar app
"Time +" app
 
Understand the time of the day when you work optimally. For some it could be late nights too.
    Set up a daily start time and (more importantly) a daily stop time. Routines will help with discipline and productive use of time.
    Track time with apps


2.  Daily To Do list  -  Workflows

Worried about being distracted working from home? It creeps in unobtrusively because we telecommuters think that we have all the time in the world. If I don’t do it in the morning, I can always snatch an hour for it in the evening…and there you go and blow the time schedules you had set. The answer lies in writing and maintaining daily to-dos. Getting things done in the right time is the yardstick for productivity.
Work flow software:
 
Idea Bucket. This app lets me weigh ideas using real data, so the look and feel may be more clinical, but sometimes that’s just what I need looking at options for a new product or entrepreneurial pursuit.
 


3.    How Design Your Workspace  - The Standing Desk

Becoming more and more popular
Your workspace is your sanctuary for all the 10-12 hours you plan to spend there. A neat and well-organized workspace adds to your productivity. Don’t believe me – try it out. A workplace is not only about ergonomic comforts. It is also a lot about creating the right kind of mood for the work you do.
Consider a standing desk. A good idea not only for health benefits of standing while working, but also for focus.
 


4.     Wireless Speaker for Music and Conference calls

Use the right kind of sounds and music to drown out the noise and stay focused.
Jawbone Jambox - also serves as a speakerphone for conference calls
and
Kakkoii  Wow speaker - great sound - take it anywhere
 


5.   Dual and Triple Monitor set up

Getting more and more common
Duplicate your displays. This displays the same desktop on both monitors. For a laptop, this is the default setting. This is useful if you're giving a presentation with your laptop connected to a projector or large monitor.
 
Extend your displays. This spreads your desktop over both monitors and lets you drag items between the two screens. This is how most people use two monitors, and it's the default setting for desktop computers. After your monitor is set up, you can use your mouse to grab the title bar (the top portion) of a window and drag it to your new display. If a window does not move when you drag it, double-click the title bar first, and then drag it.
 
Most desktops are allowing for multiple monitor set ups now


6.  Webcams

Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920 ($100)

If you work from home and use video to stay in touch with colleagues and attend meetings, or if you just use it to stay in touch with friends and family around the world, the Logitech C920 HD webcam offers stunning video quality—including Skype and other video calling (when supported) in 1080p, autofocus, sensitive dual stereo microphones, and full HD video recording if you produce video from your computer. The C920 clips to your monitor easily, but if you need portability, the webcam even has a standard screw attachment on the bottom to fit a tripod so you can position it anywhere you need it. If you need to take still images, the C920 will snag up to 15 megapixel still images. Plus, Logitech's cameras are compatible with almost any operating system, including Windows, OS X, and Linux.


App of the week:  
Line 2  -  Free for the iPad   - Great for the Home Office

Line 2 brings carrier-grade calling and texting to your iPad by giving you a second line (hence, the name!) with a real number. Whether for a business or organization, as a landline replacement, or simply to keep your cell phone number private, Line2 is a solid choice for professionals and people who don't want to miss important calls.
Line2 works over both Wi-Fi and 3G, and can switch between both networks during calls. Because of its fluency with Wi-Fi, Line2 lets you make iPhone calls where there is little or no AT&T coverage. The app also lets you dismiss incoming cellular calls whenever you're on a Wi-Fi call in Line2. When a call comes in, you get a choice: you can forward it to another number, send it to voice mail, or answer it with a tap.