Wireless Wednesday (Monday) for 7/15/13: With Mitch Evans - Mississippi and Travel Gadgets

 Have a listen as Mitch and I talk on Monday this week.

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Show Notes:

* TOPICS - Rick is onsite in Mississippi - A media golf tour and travel gadgets

 
Facts about Mississippi
* Mississippi is the 3rd largest gaming and golf state in the country
* Pearl River resort courses and
*Pro Am before the PGA Event this week -
www.visitmississippi.org


2.  Kanex travel gadgets -  Kanex makes small gadgets for travelers

a.  Kanex DualRole
A must have for the power user. DualRole instantly adds gigabit ethernet and 3 USB 3.0 ports to expand your MacBook capabilities on the road. You will stay connected in every single way with the DualRole. All for $69.

 

b.  Kanex MySpot

If you are sick and tired of weak Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi in your hotel room, you need a mySpot. The mySpot sounds like something a dog might do on a corner of the carpet, but it's an innovative gadget. The mySpot converts a live Ethernet connection into a wireless-g signal - giving you use of a reliable and safe connection for your laptop, smart phone or tablet.
 
c.   Kanex Travel Bud

It doesn't matter when you are when you have the Kanex Travel Bud. A great 3-in-1 intuitive design makes it a breeze to select the correct plug for power when traveling internationally. Includes plugs from the US, UK, EU and AU. You are all set when you have a Travel Bud. It charges everything for $29.
 

d.  Kanex Double Up

Charge two devices at once. Plug in DoubleUp and get a fast charge in one place at the same time. Sometimes it's hard to find power plugs in a hotel room – so get 2 chargers for the price of one. A bargain at $49.


3.    App of the Week:  Hotel Tonight  (Free)

Get last minute deals on hotel rooms on over 100 cities

 


 

Wireless Wednesday for 7/8/13: With Mitch Evans - Tennis and MegaPixel Monday

I join Mitch on a Monday today to talk some tennis and some smartphone camera tips

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* TOPICS - Recap of an exciting Wimbledon  and tips for using the camera in your smartphone
***  A little Wimbledon talk


Smartphone camera tips - for your summer picture taking

1. Crop, Don't Zoom

Many smartphone camera offer a digital zoom function, but you're almost always best served by pretending it doesn't exist. Even in the liveview preview, you'll be able to see how noticeably your

2. Edit, Don't Filter

If you want your images to be unique, the last thing you should do is paint them with the same filters that literally millions of other people are using. For the record, I'm not anti-Instagram. I think the sharing element is fantastic, but the

3.   Fake Blur

Depth of field will always be one of the biggest challenges for a smartphone camera. Wide angle lenses and tiny sensors make any substantial background blur difficult to achieve. But faking it almost always makes th

If you want the viewer to focus on one specific thing, make it the central object in the frame. Try to keep your backgrounds as simple as possible, even if it means asking your subjects to turn around or move a few steps back. It's worth it.

4.  Ditch The Flash

The problem with many smartphone flashes is that they don't actually, well, flash. They're glorified LED flashlights. They are bright, but the color temperature can be gross and they miss one of the primary duties of a strobe: freezing the action in the frame. The actual "flash" duration is much too long, so you end up with an image that's both blurry and terribly-lit.
Often, your best bet is to seek out another light source. It likely won't be perfect or even flattering,.

5. Watch The Lens Flare
 
(Have the sun at your back if you want to avoid getting that flair)
Adding lens flare is another trend in mobile photography right now that's getting more overdone by the minute. But, this one can actually work for you if you do it the natural way.
If you want to control the flare in your shot, move the sun (or whatever bright light source is causing the refraction-based mayhem) around in the frame. As you get closer to the edge, you'll often see the flare spread out and become more prominent

App of the week: 

The Camera Awesome  app
 Camera Awesome (made by SmugMug) allows you to shoot in bursts and separates the AF lock from the exposure lock. It's also free.
Camera Awesome takes your photos to the next level by shooting faassst and taking sharper, better-exposed shots. Make your memories come alive with stunning professional effects. 0-Tap sharing on the sites you love.

 

Wireless Wednesday for 6/19/13: With Mitch Evans - New Tech Announcements

Last week was a huge week for tech news and announcements - Rick recaps what happened with Apple, Microsoft and Sony and a weather radar app for the App of the Week.

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Show notes:

Announcements from Apple

1.  OS X Mavericks - Apple's new operating system

The first of a series of future operating systems named for places in the company’s home, California. Mavericks has enhanced many aspects of previous operating systems, including battery life, Safari and the Finder. In addition, new features, such as file tags and enhanced multiple display support are now possible on Apple computers. The new iCloud Keychain feature saves user login information for virtually anything, as well as credit card info –  but encrypts this data to prevent hacking, making logging into various websites and shopping online more efficient. Other Apple apps like Notifications, Maps, Calendars and iBooks have also been giving makeovers and some snazzy new features.


2.  New computers -  A new Mac Pro desktop and new MacBook Airs

The new MacBook Air is faster, more efficient and more responsive than previous models and is also about $100 cheaper than the former’s original price. The release of new Airport Extreme Base Stations makes it possible for Apple users to stay online on the go.

    The Mac Pro was also a major topic of interest. Tim Cook described the new Mac Pro as “the future of a pro desktop” and something “truly revolutionary, truly radical.” Every aspect of the Mac Pro has been upgraded. The Mac Pro features a unified thermal Intel Xeon core, which allows for more than double the performance output of older models and the fastest ECC memory ever. Flash runs 2.5 times faster, than any flash ever built, and 10 times faster than any previous Mac Pro. More processors, memory and bandwidth all equal a Mac Pro experience more than twice as fast as any before. All of this is jammed into the new iO station, which is one eighth the size of the previous model, allowing for easy transportation.

 
3.    iOS 7 - New Operating system for iPhone and iPad

“iOS 7 is the biggest change to iOS since the introduction of the iPhone. It’s packed with new features, and an amazing new interface” says Cook. Everything about the operating system has gotten a face-lift, including the lock screen, camera, calendars, Gamecenter and even Siri. Several new features were also introduced, such as the iTunes Radio, which is sure to prove itself a major Pandora competitor, AirDrop (a new, simple picture sharing application), and Activation Lock, which allows users to deactivate their device if it is stolen


4.     iTunes Radio - takes on Pandora and Spotify

iTunes Radio app that streams music and lets users create custom stations much like Pandora. The new app has integrated some of its features from Genius, the software that learns music taste and builds recommendations upon the data. iTunes Radio users will have access to all of the iTunes catalog - about 26 million tracks. The new app will also be available in iTunes and Apple TV.

An ad supported version will be free for U.S. customers, but iTunes Match subscribers will not see any ads.



** Microsoft's announcements

5.  a. Microsoft Office coming to iPhones and iPads - 
      b.  Mini Mircosoft stores to open in Best Buy stores
      c.  Microsoft Xbox One ($499) - Xbox One delivers an entertainment experience like nothing before.

Its innovative
technology is rivaled only by its iconic design. Sharp corners and clean lines make
for a sleek, modern console that complements any decor. Xbox One was designed
from the ground up to be the centerpiece of every living room.

 
6.  Sony's new Playstation 4 - ($399)

New controllers
Does not require an "always on" internet connection
Will now play PlayStation 3 games  - but will offer a cloud service where older games will be stored and can be played.


App of the week: 
My Radar -  Free for iPhone, iPad, etc

It's the time of the year here in Georgia where we need to be concerned about the weather, as evidenced by the bad storms last week.
My Radar gives you an accurate weather radar, right on your mobile device.
Zoom in and out to look even at your own neighborhood.


 

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.
 
 

Wireless Wednesday for 6/5/13: With Mitch Evans - Father's Day Gifts

 Mitch and I talk about a number of things - including Father's Day gift items ans of course, the app of the week.

Have a listen to all three parts.

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Show Notes:

* TOPICS - Rick's giving a keynote speech tomorrow and Father's Day is right around the corner - Gifts for Dad
and the app of the week


* Rick is giving a keynote speech tomorrow morning at the Sandy Springs Business Assoc. and there is a waiting list  - go figure - does Mitch have any tips?

FATHER'S DAY GIFT IDEAS

1.   Roku Box  $40-$50
Stream internet content right to your big screen TV.  More and more stations are streaming additional content online and the Roku box lets you watch it.

    600+ channels with movies, TV shows, music, sports & more
    High-definition streaming up to 720p HD
    Works with virtually any TV
    Free app for iOS and Android
    Built-in wireless (Wi-Fi b/g/n)

 

2.   Baller's Bag Pro $199.99

Backpack style bag to call everything you don't put in your golf bag including tech items
The ideal travel bag designed for the tech savvy, amateur or professional athlete on-the-go. As the official bag of the ABA (American Basketball Association) it is ideal for any athlete. They are the official bag of the ABA (American basketball association), but it's for more than just basketball players.
 the ability to fit footwear up to size 22 inches in an outer pocket on each side of the bag. The Baller’s Bag maintains a unisex, fashionable feel while providing maximum function. Instead of individual designs for each sport, the same Baller’s Bag design accommodates gear for basketball, soccer, football, volleyball, boxing, etc. It can even fit a helmet. Other features include dual water bottle mesh pockets, a file compartment, comfortable shoulder pads, and more. The padded and TSA friendly laptop pocket can fit an iPad/Tablet or a 15 to 17- inch laptop.  www.ballersbag.com.
 

3.  Boccieri's Secret Grip

MSRP: $16.99 per grip  -  but free right now
Free at Dick's up until Father's Day
www.SecretGrip.com

    Boccieri Golf’s Secret Grip, endorsed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, allows players to benefit from the same unique counterweight technology that the Golden Bear relied on to win 18 major championships
    The patented grip compound is 40 percent heavier than standard and a tungsten weight in the butt-end (17 grams) raises a club’s balance point, promoting consistently crisp contact, greater control and distance
    Only grip that improves the golfer’s swing mechanics, not just hand traction
    Easy to install on clubs produced by any manufacturer for an instant boost in performance
    Numerous PGA Tour superstars have relied on counterweighted clubs for years, now this technology is available to the masses at an affordable price
 

4.   Fila Golf Shirts   $60

www.shopfila.com
New shirts and colors from Fila
"The California"
Moisture Wicking & Anti-Bacterial polo with shirt collar, shoulder and sleeve panels, tonal FILA logo embroidered on left sleeve.  Shirt holds it's shape even in extreme heat and conditions
 

5.  Build Your Perfect Baseball Glove

Get it from BaseballExpress.com, $279-$419

    Choose a model and customize to make the glove truly your own.
    Construct it on your computer screen by selecting web, glove color, lace color, thread color, embroidery and much more.
    Available for multiple brands
 

App of the week: 

UrbanSpoon for iPad

Free
Locate restaurants by a map.  Complete and easy to use.  Helps you decide where to eat