Wireless Wednesday for 9/25/13: With Mitch Evans - Accessories for the New iPhones

* TOPICS - The new iPhones went on sale last Friday... Rick and Mitch take a look at some of the new accessories available  and the "App of the Month"


1.  Cases Made By Apple
5C - A colorful mesh-style plastic case. This costs $29 and comes in the same five colors as the phone itself, so you can either match the phone or mix it up with a secondary color. There's also a black option if you want to tone things down a bit

5S- Made of leather on the outside and protective microfiber on the inside, and come in softer colors like yellow, peach, etc  for $49



2.   Book Book iPhone Wallet Case $59
It's a case, it's a wallet  -  all in one
It’s the best implementation of a wallet/case combination I have seen, especially now that it has a camera hole for the iPhone 5 model. While there are many case/wallet combos on the market, and I have tried quite a few, the BookBook remains my favorite because it’s rugged, stylish and has a place to carry cash.
 

3.    Pivot Power Mini Outlet Adapter  -  $24.99

A wall adapter with a plug for everything.
Only the newest homes these days come with built-in USB adapters in the wall. Our outlets simply weren’t designed for the type of power-hungry lives we all lead today. (Our descendants will wonder how we lived.) Enter this handy little adapter that doubles the plugs of any outlet it encounters and adds two USB ports. Great for an office, bedroom, kitchen or for throwing in your travel bag.

 

4.  PhotoJoJo iPhone Lenses  $20-$50
www.photojojo.com

PhotoJoJo Fisheye, Telephoto, Wide Angle and Macro Lenses are like pro-lenses for your phone!

Each is crafted out of solid aluminum and outfitted with thick, high-clarity glass. They’ve been factory tested by hand and inspected to ensure the utmost optical perfection.
How it works: each set comes with adhesive removable metal rings. The ring sticks to the back of your phone, and the Photojojo Lens attaches magnetically. Snap it on and off in an instant!

We've also included two extra-strong rings specially designed for the iPhone 4/4S and iPhone 5 (they stick to glass and won't block the flash or back mic).
 


5.   The Armpocket  - for Fitness Buffs  $29.95
www.armpocket.com
 You can comfortably and confidently carry your essentials, including your phone and case. Multiple inside compartments guard your valuables and a low-profile audio port lets you easily and securely connect your headphones. Great for the gym, school, shopping or traveling — anytime you need a dry, hands-free, secure and comfy carrying solution.

This model features two head-phone outlets, one on the bottom left and one on the bottom right, compatible with all phones including iPhone 5/5S/5C.

 



*App of the Week
Beyond the Box  - for iPad and iPad mini   - Free
A photo aggregator where you can get the pictures of your favorite team or player sent to you
Beyond the Box re-imagines sports news with real-time NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA, Soccer, and college Instagram photos and Twitter updates. It delivers instant news about your favorite teams and players on a personalized sports timeline by pulling data from 4,000 media sources and 3,000 players.

* INSTAGRAM SPORTS PHOTOS *
Beyond the Box now curates vibrant photos of your favorite teams and players from Instagram. There’s high-quality, stylized official photos from leagues and teams that provide new angles into the sports world. The photos shot directly from the camera phones of popular players give you a lens into the world of superstar athletes. Finally, what would sports be without fans? Beyond the Box pulls live photos from the game captured by fans in attendance. Viewing the game from your living room just got a whole lot more fun!

 

Special iPhone Friday Segment on 9/20/13 on 92.9 The Game

Rick had an early wake up call this morning as he ventured out to the iPhone line in Atlanta at the AT&T Store at Lenox Mall.

He joined Mitch Evans for this special installment of Wireless Wednesday on a Friday.

Have a listen:

listen to ‘iPhone Friday 2013 - Rick at the AT&T Store at Lenox’ on Audioboo

Wireless Wednesday for 9/18/13: With Mitch Evans - Wolfdancer and Golf Course Technology

Rick is visiting another great golf course this week - Wolfdancer Golf Club in Austin, TX  and we look at Technology golf courses are using today.

Have a listen to all three parts.

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/18/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 1’ on Audioboo

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/18/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 2’ on Audioboo

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/18/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 3’ on Audioboo

Show notes:


**Last week he was at FarmLinks in Alabama and Rick saw firsthand what goes on at a research and demonstration golf course.
They try different tech, diff grasses
- FarmLinks - A research and demonstration golf course in Alabama that anyone can play
What is a research and demonstration golf course?

 

This week Rick is checking out Wolfdancer in Austin, TX
A resort and a course that isn't a typical "resort" course because it is so challenging
If you keep it straight you are ok,  can Rick keep it straight?

Other Golf Course Technology

1.   GPS video screens in the golf carts

Tells you exact yardage to hole, or yardage to water and sand hazards
All on a video screen in your golf cart.  Also will keep of your scorecard  right on the screen.


2.   Golf Carts with Air Conditioning

Robert Trent Jones Oceanside Course at Hilton Head has little blowers that blow cool air on you, kind of an airconditioning on the golf cart.  Nice during a hot summer round.


3.   Conserving water in the maintaining of golf courses

Bio-membrane preserves water  - liner that goes under the grass and soil and helps save on water
The membrane, developed by the University of Stavanger in Norway, is constructed from biodegradable materials such as slaughterhouse waste and seaweed and keeps the soil temperature on a constant level. Therefore, less water is needed to maintain the area and carbon emissions are reduced.

4.    More Tee boxes to choose from

It's no secret, golf courses have gotten longer. But to encourage more people to take up the sport, expecially women and kids, many courses not have as many as 5 or 6 tee boxes you can play from depending on your skill level.
Golf is supposed to be fun, and course designers and owners have finally started to realize that.


App of the Week   -   Banana Kong  (Free) Hottest game right now

For those fans of classic video games, this is a combination of Donkey Kong and Pitfall
Your little Gorilla gets one life and you have to run, jump and swing your way along the trail while picking up bananas.
Fun and addictive.

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"

Have a listen to all three parts

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/11/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 1’ on Audioboo

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/11/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 2’ on Audioboo

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/11/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 3’ on Audioboo

- 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 9/4/13: With Mitch Evans - Avoiding Internet Scams

Mitch and I talk a little U.S. Open tennis and look at some common internet scams

Have a listen to all three parts:

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/4/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 1’ on Audioboo

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/4/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 2’ on Audioboo

listen to ‘Wireless Wednesday for 9/4/13 on 92.9 The Game Part 3’ on Audioboo

* TOPICS -   U.S. Open tennis continues and we take a look at Internet Scams - and the App of the Week

*Internet Scams*
Some of those old internet scams are still being used along with some new ones. Don't fall for these internet scams!
Tips:
*Never give out your passwords, SS#, Bank Acct Numbers or personal info.
Only use your credit cards on secure sites- Amazon, Target.com, etc

1.   The Nigerian Prince

Yes, some people must still fall for this
Nigeria, oh, Nigeria. You probably know the scam, already. A Nigerian prince/widow/businessman/ orphan/king writes to you saying he must deposit a vast amount of money in the U.S. while he deals with political issues, and he would like to use your account to do so. He’ll even pay you a nice sum to make it happen!
Except he needs a deposit from you to make sure he knows you are legit. And something bad is going to eventually happen, requiring more money from you than just the original deposit. Oh, and you’ll never see this money again. Basically, if it’s from Nigeria, don’t even open the email. There are plenty of variations of the old scam to go around.

 

2.   1-900 Numbers

It’s time for the phone interview — your new employer just wants you to call in, though. A 1-900 number? You’ve probably never heard of one. There’s a good reason for that. 1-900 numbers aren’t toll-free. Much like any pay-to-talk phone line (think of something along the lines of those “singles chat lines” you see on late night TV), 1-900 numbers charge you for however long you stay on them.
Scammers use these numbers to have unwitting victims call in while they cash in. Of course, some of the fees go to your phone company, but a big chunk of it ends up in the scammer’s pockets, too.
 


3.   The "can we use your bank account" scam

Much like receiving an advance on your first paycheck, some scammers will hire you as a “financial manager” to cash checks and then wire the money abroad (or wherever they may be). Unfortunately, the checks are completely worthless, but your bank won’t know that until it’s too late. To make matters worse, your name will be the one tied to things, and unfortunately, you’ll be responsible for everything.

With that said, just ignore anything that requires you to use your personal bank account for anything. Don’t do it. Just don’t.

 

4. You’ll Need To Pay A Registration Fee First scam

The classic “pay to start” scam comes in yet another form. This time around, you have to pay a non-refundable registration fee. It’s quite simple, really. Pay a small amount (say, $50?) to apply, turn in your application, and wait to hear back from the head honcho.
However, you may hear from the head honcho, and you may not hear from the head honcho. Either way, though, you’re not getting the job. You’ll either just not receive a response or you will get one saying you didn’t get the job. Bummer, man.

5.  The "Lottery" scam

This scam will usually come in the form of a conventional email message. It will inform you that you won millions of dollars and congratulate you repeatedly. The catch: before you can collect your “winnings”, you must pay the “processing” fee of several thousands of dollars.

Stop! You won't be a winner in this lotter, go to Quik Trip and buy a scartch off, it's a better invenstment.  Once you realize you have been suckered into paying $3000 to a con man, they are long gone with your money. Do not fall for this lottery scam.

 

6.   Travel or Cruise Scams

These scams are most active during the summer and fall months. You receive an email with the offer to get amazingly low fares to some exotic destination but you must book it today or the offer expires that evening. If you call, you’ll find out the travel is free but the hotel rates are highly overpriced.

Some can offer you rock-bottom prices but hide certain high fees until you “sign on the dotted line”. Others, in order to give you the “free” something, will make you sit through a timeshare pitch at the destination. Still others can just take your money and deliver nothing.

Also, getting your refund, should you decide to cancel, is usually a lost cause, often called a nightmare or mission-impossible.
 

App of the Week   -  College Football Scoreboard  - Free

Some say it's the most complete college football app ever developed
Get the updated score quickly,
previews and recaps of all the games
social media component
Scores, Schedules and News are displayed by conference. Keep track of your favorite college teams and your rivals all at a glance. Real time scores are officially licensed from Sports Direct.
Tap any game to share scores via Email, Facebook, Twitter or other social media apps installed on your device.