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Welcome to this week's show where Garry and I catch up on the news. We talk about the new builds of Windows 11 and why its been quiet on the build front. We talk about the changes going on in the EV world and the new sounds I have been working on. ·        Hands on with Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200 ·        Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200 (Canary Channel) ·     ...

Welcome to this week's podcast! On the show this week Garry and I talk about issues with 12v batteries in EVs, I ask why we haven't had a new build of Windows 11 in a while, we Microsoft unblocking Windows 11 upgrades for some devices and my samples with automated tools. Links from this week's show: ·        Exploring Sound Design: Join Me for a Korg Modwave Live Stream Adventure! ·        Importi...

This week on the show we are joined by Chris Minasians to talk about In Car audio systems. Our car entertainments systems are as complex as our home entertainments systems now and Chris explains about the change in car technology especial with the increase of EVs. We talk about the trends, the best systems and how manufactures are using systems from Apple and Google. Links from the show: TotallyEV...

This week on the we catch up on the news. We talk about wavetables, building music PCs, new Windows 11 builds new Microsoft Surfaces and the latest EV news. Links from this week's show: ·        Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26085 for Canary and Dev Channels ·        Hands on with Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26085 ·        Blade Runner Inspired: CS80 Sounds for Korg Modw...

This week on the show we have sound designer and wavetable expert Keith Crosley. Keith has a massive collection of Wavetables available for use with modern Wavetable synths like the Serum and Korg's Modwave. Keith is going to talk about wavetable synthesis, the history of wavetables and how they are used in music today. Keith also talks about how we got into producing wavetables and how he generat...

Welcome to this week's podcast! On the show this week Gary and I talk about Microsoft removing Android support from Windows 11, new builds, MIDI 2.0, Korg Keystage, new budget EV and lots more! Links from this week's show: ·        Microsoft end support for Android apps on Windows 11 ·        Unboxing and Exploring the Korg Keystage 49: A MIDI 2.0 Controller with MPE, Polyphonic Aftertouch, and Mo...

This week on the podcast, we are joined by Microsoft's Pete Brown, who is implementing MIDI 2.0 in Windows. MIDI (Music Instrument Digital Interface) is a system for connecting musical instruments and has been around since the early 80s. MIDI 2.0 marks the most significant change to the protocol in its lifetime, and Pete's team is working to introduce a new MIDI stack into Windows. Pete explains w...

Welcome to this week's show. On the podcast this week Garry and I talk the new builds of Windows 11, EV charging news and Garry has smart home news. We also talk Korg Modwave, and new music. Links from this week's show: ·        Hands on with Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26058 (24H2) ·        Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26058 (24H2) for Dev and Canary Channels ·       ...

Welcome to this week's podcast. On the show this week Garry and I talk about the next version of Windows which we now know is Windows 11 24H2 and not Windows 12. We look at the changes to the new builds this week including the new SUDO command. We talk EVs, smart home and music tech. Links from this week's show: ·        Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26052 (Canary and Dev Channels) |...

Welcome to this week's show! On the podcast we talk about Apple Vison Pro and why you shouldn't wearing one while driving. We talk about the new builds of Window 11 and look forward to what's coming for ARM on Windows. We also talk music tech and have EV news. Links for this week's show: ·        Unleashing Sonic Power: A Guide to Crafting Mesmerizing FM Sounds with the Korg Modwave ·        Micro...

Welcome to this week's podcast! This week Garry and I talk about the latest Windows 11 Insider builds, we talk about the Korg MS-20 and re-creating it, plus we talk about the EV9 that Garry has been driving. We also have feedback from last week's show and more! Links from this week's show: An EV6 Driver Drives an EV9 - but will beeps and bongs Kia have added drive him crazy? Microsoft releases Win...

Welcome back after a week off! This week on the show Garry and I talk about the new features in Windows 11, Microsoft Surface Go 4 update, new Korg gear and EV news. Links from this week's show: ·        Here are the new features in Korg Modwave V2 Firmware ·        Prophet VS Collection for the Korg Modwave ·        Windows 11 Build 23619: Instant Access to your Phone's Photos and Screenshots Exp...

Welcome to this week's show where I bring you a quick update as I was on my own. I bring you the latest Windows Insider news, some of the fist CES 2024 news and an update on my home Wi-Fi solution. Back to our regular show format next week! Links from this week's show: ·        Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23612 for the Dev Channel ·        Hands on with Windows 11 Insider P...

Welcome to our first show of 2024! This week Garry and I look at what Microsoft may be bringing to the hardware front in 2024 with rumoured Surface Laptop and Pro upgrades. We talk about Microsoft's axing of Windows Mixed Reality and home wifi options. We also talk Korg Modwave and lots more! Links from this week's show: ·        Over 400 free patches for the Korg Modwave mkII, Modwave and Modwave...

It's time for our final show of 2023, this week we look back at our tech highs and lows of the year and talk about our favoirte tech purchases large and small. We also talk about what we expect to be talking about in 2024 as Richard joins us for the final time.

We have a very special show for you this week! Dave Robertson has created the most amazing Christmas light display at his home using over 11,000 lights, controlled by devices including a Raspberry Pi, all synchronized to music. It's a brilliant display, and it's all for a very good cause. Dave is going to explain to us how long he has been working on it (spoiler: a long time!), how he created the...

Welcome to this week's podcast. We are back after our week's break and this week we talk about the new builds of Windows 11 and the changes that Microsoft have made to the OS. We had new builds for Release Preview, Beta, Dev and Canary. We also talk about smart home lights for Christmas, home wifi options, the history of a classic 90s synth and the issues with archiving digital content. Links from...

Welcome to this week's podcast! This week Richard and I talk about the chaos surrounding OpenAI, the makers of ChatGPT. We talk about the changes to Windows 11 withing the EU with Microsoft making concessions for the Digital Markplace Act. We talk about the new builds of Windows 11 and lots more! Links from this week's show: ·        https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/11/17/windows-pho...

Welcome to this week's podcast! On the show this week Richard and I talk about the Microsoft's upcoming Ignite show and what we expect to see. We talk about the new builds of Windows 11 and wonder what's next for Windows. We also talk Bing, Smart home and lots more! Links from this week's show: ·        Hands on with Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25992, SMB changes and 7-zip compressing ·      ...

Welcome to this week's podcast! This week Garry and I talk about new builds of Windows 11 for Windows Insiders, we talk about the Windows 11 23H2 update and new smart home devices. We also have the latest EV news and lots more! Links from this week's show: ·        Mastering Patch and Sample Transfer with Korg Modwave and Modwave Native ·        Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build...

Welcome to this week's podcast! On the show this week Garry, Richard and I talk about the news of Microsoft ending the Windows Insider MVP program, we talk about the release of Windows 11 23H2 update, new builds of Windows 11, smart home news and an updated Korg Modwave. Links from this week's show: ·        Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23575 for the Dev Channel ·        Mic...

Welcome to this week's podcast. Richard and Garry and back and we talk about new smart home lights, we new builds of Windows 11 and the 23H2 update. We also have the latest EV news and news of the Raspberry Pi 5 shipping. Links from this week's show: ·        Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.2486 for the Beta Channel) ·        Hands on with Windows 11 Insider Preview 25977...

A bit of a different show for you this week as Dr Jezz returns to talk about the synths in his studio. We talk about his Oberheim OBX, Roland SH101 v SH02, and why he loves the Korg MonoPoly. We also talk plugin comparisons, effects pedals for synths and lots more!

Welcome to this podcast! This week on the show I talk about my visit to Synthfest over the weekend and as well as having the latest kit I found some very interesting vintage kit including an MSX powered Yamaha CX5M. Garry and I talk about the recent court case between Sonos and Google around multi-room audio, we talk about changed to the Windows 11 beta channel and I benchmark the new Surface Go 4...

Welcome to this week's podcast! On this week's show Richard is back and joins Garry and I to talk the new Surface Go 4 which I have my hands on. We also talk about the new Raspberry Pi 5, new builds of Windows 11 and the latest EV news. Links from this week's show: ·        Benchmarks & Beyond: Surface Go 4 vs. Surface Go Showdown! ·        Surface Go 4 Geekbench Score ·        Microsoft releases...