Wireless Wednesday for 11/26/14: Innisbrook and Smartphone Deals for Black Friday

Rick is at the legendary Innisbrook resort outside of Tampa as he and Lindsay make their way to Naples to visit Lindsay's mother.

Rick stopped off at Innisbrook Resort to play the Copperhead Course, home of the PGA TOUR’s ValsparChampionship

www.innisbrookgolfresort.com

 

Also we look at some smartphones Rick likes that are deals for Black Friday... We can also talk about how the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are doing so far...

Have a listen to both parts:

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1.  Samsung Galaxy S5  - $200 off through Sprint

Samsung's flagship of the year is seeing deep discounts this holiday season. With the phone, users can get a quad-core processor, a 16-megapixel camera, and a built-in heart-rate monitor.

$99 with a two year contract at Walmart.

 

2.  Apple iPhone 6

The nw Apple iPhone has been considered a little pricey, but you can save some dough by purchasing it on Black Friday. The iPhone 6 comes with NFC technology (which works in conjunction with Apple Pay), a fingerprint scanner, and an elegant unibody design. Walmart and Target will sell the 16GB model for $179 with a two-year contract for AT&T.

 
3. LG G3  -  Powerful Android phone

If you're interested in the powerful marquee handset from LG, which is equipped with a 1440p display, a Snapdragon 801 CPU, and a 13-megapixel camera with a laser-guided autofocus, Radioshack is offering it for free with two-year agreement on AT&T, Verizon, and  Sprint.

 
4.  Samsung Galaxy Note 4  - Check around for the best deal

Be careful when it comes to T-Mobile's deal.  They say it's free, but really you do pay for it through a payment plan in your normal monthly payment

But a lot of places are offering a fine phone in the Galaxy Note 3 for free
 
5. Kyocera Smartphones - Rugged Phones

Kyocera Hydro Vibe - Target will offer the mid-range Hydro Vibe for $29.99, off-contract on Virgin Mobile. Not only is the phone water resistant, it also has an 8-megapixel camera and quad-core processor.

Kyocera Brigadier -  Durable build and ultra-tough sapphire display make it worth a look, even for those who haven't considered a rugged phone in the past.  Water and crush resistant.  A good deal if you can find this Android phone under $100.

6.   Sony Xperia T2 Ultra

Decked out with a large 6-inch "triluminos" display, a 13-megapixel camera that can shoot 1080p video, and a signature Sony design that's attractive and chic, the unlocked Xperia T2 Ultra will be marked down at $199.99 for Best Buy customers.

* App of the week:

 Instantly Framed  -  free for iOS, but framed prints cost $65 including shipping right to your door.

- An app that you can use to get beautiful framed prints of the pictures you have on Instagram, Facebook or right on your iPhone

 

Wireless Wednesday on 92.9 The Game for 11/19/14: Black Friday Deals

Rick says, it's never to early to start planning for Black Friday if you are a holiday shopper.

There are deals, especially when it comes to gadgets and tech.

Here are some great Black Friday deals - listen to both parts 1 and 2.

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1.  Staples with a $99 ASUS Laptop

It's the Asus X205-TA Laptop and it will be on sale for $99.99. It's a basic laptop in the era or gaming machines and expensive tablets.

Remember, it's under $100.

Here are the specs you need to know:

It has an Intel Atom processor, 2GB RAM, a 32GB Hard drive, and an 11.6" HD

The 32GB Hard Drive is Flash memory and it comes preloaded with Windows 8.1 and Bing.

As far as slots, you get two USB 2.0 and one Micro HDMI ports.
 


2. Target - Beats by Dr. Dre  Solo Headphones  $97

Regular price almost $200. Beats products almost never go on sale.

 

3.  hh gregg   - Seiki 40" 1080p Smart LED HDTV - $178.00

hhgregg will be offering Thanksgiving Doorbusters while supplies last from 4PM until midnight on November 27th. Black Friday doorbusters run while supplies last from 7AM to 10PM. The ad says that sale prices are valid from November 27th through November 29th.

Seiki 40" LED HDTV feature Seiki's own Muse Streaming Media service and 1920 x 1080 panel resolution.

This TV may be from a brand you don't recognize, but it's a quality TV.
 

4. HP 7 Stream Tablet -    $99 on HP.com

Tablet that looks just like your Windows 8 desktop.

Runs Windows 8.1, lots extras

Fast processor 32 GB of storage

A true Windows experience in a tablet

5.  Adidas is #OpenAllWinter

Adidas launched its global winter social media initiative #openallwinter Nov. 1, 2014, inviting participants to take snapshots of themselves enjoying outdoor activities and sharing them through social media accounts. Great hiking shoes and boots, vests, jackets and more...  use the hashtag #openallwinter
 

6.  Sprint tells me they are going to have some sort of Doorbuster on one of the most popular Android phones - The Samsung Galaxy S5

* App of the week:
 

Ebates app for iPhone and iPad

Free

Ebates.com pays you to shop online! Earn up to 26% Cash Back every time you shop with a FREE account! In fact, you will get a $5 bonus when you make your first purchase.
Ebates works with 1,700 stores including Sephora, JCPenney, Kohl's, Home Depot, Overstock.com, Groupon, and Walmart, so you are sure to find your favorites.
In addition to Cash Back, Ebates has thousands of great online coupons, free shipping, and special offers from its stores, so you always get the best deal.

FEATURES:
CASH BACK
Earn up to 26% Cash Back at over 1,600 stores including Sephora, JCPenney, Kohl's, Home Depot, Overstock.com, Groupon, and Walmart.
BUY NOW
Instantly buy items from product search and mobile browser. Store your payment and shipping information for quick checkout.

*No strings attached and it’s a great way to save extra money on everything holiday shoppers are planning on buying anyway—from travel tickets to gadgets to clothes and accessories.  

Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer great deals—sometimes double cash back—on everything you buy.
Supported Stores include: Ann Taylor, Bloomingdales, Carter's, GNC, JCPenney, Joe's New Balance, Kate Spade, Kohl's, Lancome, Macy's, Nautica, Office Depot, Overstock, ShoeBuy, Shoes.com, Under Armour, & Walgreens

 

Wireless Wednesday for 11/12/14: Thanksgiving Kitchen Gadgets and Royal Isabela

Rick is in Isabela, Puerto Rico at Royal Isabela  - a new resort outside of San Juan. Northwest coast of Puerto Rico, beautiful, golf, hikiing, Not a hotel - stay in casitas, Voted one of the top-5 luxury resorts in the Caribbean.

Here's Rick and Mitch:

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Going to be doing some cooking for Thanksgiving or the holidays?
Here are some cool new kitchen gadgets you might be able to put to good use...

1.   iDevices Smart Thermometer

 
A Bluetooth thermometer and an app can take all the guess work out of cooking meat? The home chef on your list will love the latest offering from iDevices. The smart thermometer will monitor your chicken, pork, turkey or roast and then lets you know, via an app on your smartphone or tablet, when it it ready to take out of the oven. This not only ensures safe cooking, but also safe dining as there is no chance your meat will be undercooked. The IDevices Smart Thermometer is available at www.idevicesinc.com for $79.99 and a mini version without an illuminated display is $39.99.

2. Nutri Ninja

- A blender/extractor

With 21,000 RPMs in combination with 900 watts of power, you can now create fast, easy and healthy nutrient-complete juices to enjoy on the go.

Household appliances are supposed to transform our lives in one way or another.

They should either make routine tasks easier and less complicated or enable one to lead a more healthy lifestyle. The Nutri Ninja blender does all of that and more.

All with a price tag that comes in at under $100.
Blending, juicing, extracting... all words that are used when talking about mixers and blenders, but what should a health-conscious person be looking for in small appliance that has to make nutrient-rich juices?

The Secret to the Nutri Ninja™

CEO, Mark Rosenzweig says it's the high blade speed, the blade itself, being an Pro Extractor Blade and the power that the Nutri Ninja generates.

What traditional blenders sometimes lack in their features. With the Nutri Ninja™ you can get a smooth, even consistency with the most fiberous fruits and vegetables.”

See Rick Limpert's full review at:

http://www.examiner.com/article/nutri-ninja-passes-all-the-tests

 


3. Butterball Electric Turkey Fryer

The Butterball electric turkey fryer is a safe way to fry your turkey indoors. Turkey fryer fires happen because the oil overheats and the equipment is over-filled. The Butterball electric turkey fryer lets you know how much oil to add, maintains the temperature of the oil, and never overheats. The turkey fryer also cuts down on time, allowing you to cook a 15 pound turkey in about an hour.

You can get a Butterball electric turkey fryer at Meijer, Home Depot, Lowe’s, or online at www.masterbuilt.com.

Or $90 on Amazon

 

4.  Whisky Elements  - if you are looking for a different flavored drink for Thanksgiving

Oregon start-up company Time and Oak created Whiskey Elements, which are basically small sticks of wood that have been charred to create a smoky aroma and - when dropped in a bottle of whiskey for a day - better-tasting booze.

It adds a woodsy taste, similar to what you get from top-shelf brands from flyover states. Pleasant neat. With ice, any alcohol burn was negligible, and the woodsy flavor was still there.

Price: $10 for two, available at timeandoak.com.

5. Progressive Collapsible Pie Carrier

It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without a couple of holiday pies. Whether your family is craving pumpkin, Dutch apple or mixed berry, you can use the Progressive International Collapsible Pie Carrier to haul around dessert. The carrier holds two nine inch pies or one large meringue, and can even double as a deviled egg carrier. Now that’s something to be thankful for!

Price: $25
 


* App of the week:
Thanksgiving Menu Maker

Free app

Most dinners on Thanksgiving have the old standbys. Switch it up a little with Thanksgiving Menu Maker, which lets you plan out your dinner with just a few taps. This app contains 75 recipes and it has a great price: free! All recipes are broken down into categories and you simply add the dishes you wish to make.

A shopping list is then automatically created. The killer feature is the planner section. This area breaks prep down to the day before, Thanksgiving morning, four hours prior, etc. Finally, you can learn techniques from how-to videos within the app. If you use this app, you'll have a four course meal planned in minutes.

 

Wireless Wednesday for 11/5/14: Apps All Atlantans Should Have

You may have dozens of hundreds of apps on you smartphone, but here are some Apps that Rick thinks all Atlantans should have at their fingertips.

Rick and Mitch talk about that and then the "App of the Week."

Have a listen to both parts:

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1.   Atlanta Traffic Cams

99 cent app   iOS app

Traffic is always a big problem in Atlanta, this 99 cent can help you get around.


2. Groupon/Scoutmob

Online coupons and discounts for Atlanta area restaurants and things to do in Atlanta. Save money with these apps.

These are great apps to have when you want to buy just about anything, anytime, anywhere. By leveraging the company’s global relationships and scale,

 

3. MARTA "On The Go" app

Free for iOS and Android

This application allows the user access to all bus and rail schedules and real-time information for the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority.

 

4. www.atlanta-airport.com

Not an app, but the official website for Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson Int'l Airport. Real-time flight info and security line wait times.


5.  Atlanta Checker Cab app

Forget about Uber, Lyft and the ride sharing apps.

Atlanta Checker Cab has been serving the community for over 70 years and the drivers know their way around.  Especially important to have this app leading up to the holidays.

Use this app to hail your next taxi.

 

6.  Radio.com app  - Listen to 92.9 The Game

 
* App of the week:

TaskRabbit

Free

Online temp agency.  Matches people that will do work and projects with individuals and companies that need to hire someone.

Growing in Atlanta.

Wireless Wednesday for 10/29/14: Gadgets and Tech for Safe Driving

Rick is back home this week - October is Teen Driver Safety Month, so thought we would take a look at some gadgets and tech that allow you to drive in a more safely fashion. This is also a great topic, as Mitch was in a "fender bender" last week.

Have a listen:

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1.   Breeze Is a Bluetooth Breathalyzer That Will Get You Home in Style

Breeze is a new Bluetooth breathalyzer that connects to your phone and aims to make you more aware of your drinking habits and state of drunkenness in real time. The inventor, Breeze founder and CEO Charles Michael Yim, says that the gadget could ultimately help you skip that “one more” drink that pushes you past the line of legal sobriety — or, at the very least, get you home safe by recognizing when you’re over the limit and automatically calling an Uber or a cab to pick you up.

“It’s not necessarily for the party outlet only,” Yim told Yahoo Tech in an (alcohol-free) demo last week. “This is really a great product for the casual drinker. A lot of our customers are moms that have dinner parties, dads who have poker nights, early professionals who have happy hour — it kind of extends beyond safety.”

$99.99 at http://store.breathometer.com/products/breeze

 

2. Straight Talk Wireless' Safe Driver Car Connection

Rick attended the #SafeTeen event at Six Flags two weeks ago.

And he got to drive the test track with Indy Car Racer Scott Harrington and see a cool new product - Safe Driver Car Connection, a new device from Straight Talk Wireless that keeps track of every move the car makes. There is also an app that disables incoming calls and texts when the car is in motion, and even allows parents to monitor the safety of teen drivers right from their smartphone.
The device connects to your vehicle’s OBD-II port.

Also they say, "parents are the key" to teens driving safely.
 

 


3. Progressive Snapshot

Progressive recently came out with a new car insurance gadget called “Snapshot”. The purpose behind Snapshot is to monitor your driving habits and lower your insurance accordingly. The Snapshot device monitors the time of day or night you drive, how frequently you make a hard stop, and the number of miles you drive. It doesn’t monitor the speed or location of your vehicle, so there’s no need to worry about Snapshot being too invasive. Once you plug the Snapshot device into the port under your steering wheel.

Progressive assesses your driving skills. If you’re a great driver, the gadget helps the company determine how to lower your insurance costs. Depending on your habits and abilities, your insurance can be lowered by 0 to 30%.

 

4. Windshield Wonder

Makes Cleaning Windshields Fast and Easy!
Includes: 16 in. Windshield Wonder Handle; Two Microfiber Bonnets; Spray Bottle

A dirty windshield can be irritating and downright dangerous!  Cleaning the inside of your windshield is a pain because you must strain and stretch.  Not anymore!

Introducing Windshield Wonder! It Combines a microfiber cloth with a long reach handle and a pivoting head to make windshield cleaning faster and easier then ever.  What's more, you don't even need window cleaning spray.  The scientific microfiber cleans spotlessly with just plain tap water!  It's amazing.

It's also a great way to defog your windshield when you don't have time to wait for your car defroster to take effect!  You won't know how you lived without it

$9.99 at retailers

 
5.  AAA 42-piece Road Emergency Kit

Available at Amazon for about $25
    Canvas
    Flashlight with batteries
    Keep in your car
    8 gauge heavy duty booster cable
    Compact storage bag with handles
    Most trusted name in travel
* Also , 1 safety vest, 1 roll of duct tape, 1 2-in-1 screw driver, 6 assorted sizes of fuses, and first aid kit

 

* App of the week:

The Voting App

Free
Become an educated voter.
The Voting AppTM is every voter’s new best friend! It is the first mobile app of its kind, aggregating all of the critical information needed for potential voters.  Whether you’re looking for general information on candidates, trying to understand what issues are on the ballot, or even trying to figure out which polling location corresponds to your address, the Voting AppTM is there for you each step of the way.

The Voting AppTM allows users to compare candidates and create a “fantasy ballot” of their own which can be saved as well as shared across social media. Customized notifications and reminders prompt users to the election polls on election days and the users are then guided to the polls via the devices’ native navigation feature.  Users are also prompted to share the app and encourage others to get out and vote! The Voting AppTM will help to make sure your voice is heard.