Geared Up

Reggie Fils-Aime isn't just the President of Nintendo of America: He's also the namesake of more than his fair share of memes. In this interview with Geared Up co-host Todd Bishop, Fils-Aime discusses Nintendo's entry into the mobile game world, the success of the Nintendo Switch and his experience leading the company through the flop of the Wii U console. Recorded live at the GeekWire Summit. Sup...

Live from the GeekWire Summit! Ring CEO and Founder Jamie Siminoff started the company with a vision to reinvent home security using connected doorbells. This year, the company has become a giant in smart home devices and was acquired by Amazon, reportedly for more than $1 billion. On this episode, Geared Up co-host Todd Bishop interviews Jamie about Ring's mission and how smart devices are changi...

The new iPhones are here! We go hands-on with the new iPhone XS Max on this week's show and get Andru's review of the new phone. Spoiler: He can't think of many negatives. Andru also shows off his new Apple Watch Series 4 and gives us the rundown of the improvements on that device. Plus, Oculus announced a new high-powered, tetherless VR headset called the Oculus Quest and Andru gets on a rant abo...

Amazon will reportedly be announcing several new Alexa devices in the coming weeks, including a microwave with the AI voice assistant built-in. Will they find success? Plus, we take a look at the latest Nintendo Labo release and the new Switch Online service, which launched this week. And finally, after a week to mull it over, we have some new thoughts and ideas about the new iPhone XS, XS Max and...

Apple unveiled three new iPhones, the new Apple Watch Series 4 and a ton more at a special event today. We tell you everything you need to know on this live recording of Geared Up -- including the things we were disappointed that Apple did NOT announce. Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week brought one of the biggest iPhone leaks ever, giving us a look into official Apple photos of the upcoming iPhone XS and Apple Watch Series 4. That's on top of new smartphone news and leaks about the Google Pixel 3 XL and a potential folding smartphone from Samsung. We run it all down on this episode, plus, we take you into the crazy world of PAX, the giant gaming expo that just wrapped u...

Microsoft announced a strange new subscription-style plan for Xbox this week, called All Access. It basically bundles existing gaming subscriptions with an installment plan to buy a new Xbox One S or One X -- but is the plan actually a good deal? We'll also round up everything we know so far about the next generation of iPhones, set to be announced next month, and the massive leaks about the Pixel...

We finally got our hands on the much-hyped integration between Amazon smart assistant Alexa and Microsoft's counterpart, Cortana. And we'd say they're more like awkward acquaintances than BFFs. Plus, some new game gear from Microsoft and Sony and Apple is making a surprising jump into budget computers. We have a new Geared Up Giveaway! Geared Up subscribers can follow this link to enter to win 4 d...

This week, we go hands-on for a full review of the new Galaxy Note 9. It's a super high-end device, with a hefty price tag, but the storage, battery life and signature Note stylus make it ultra useful for those on the go. Plus, we hear about the latest development from Andru's Tesla experience and discuss the ins-and-outs of next-gen Mesh WiFi. Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See...

Samsung is releasing its next top-tier phone this week: The Galaxy Note 9. We'll tell you what we know about the device and take a look at mock-ups of the upcoming iPhones, which will likely release this fall. Plus, we go hands-on with the nicely made but somewhat confusing Surface Go, the newest offering from Microsoft's tablet/PC hybrid line. And we introduce a new gadget game: What's in Todd's...

Geared Up is back after a break, and we're jumping in with a hands-on to the first Echo Show competitor: Lenovo's Smart Display, powered by the Google Assistant. Plus, we round up all the news about the new MacBook Pro and upcoming new iPhones, and we get some advice for parents struggling with their kids' tech. Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

We're halfway through 2018, and that means it's time for our mid-year technology roundup. On this episode, we dig into three of our favorite new pieces of technology from the past six months. Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amazon is trying to get its Alexa voice assistant into as many homes as possible. Its latest offering: The Fire TV Cube, which essentially turns Alexa into a remote control. We try it out live on this episode. Plus, Oculus announced a new virtual reality TV app -- and some people are unimpressed -- and a report points to a new line of AirPods coming before the end of the year. Support the show: ht...

Google finally released a native podcast app, and we're pumped. We tell you about its unique features, how it competes with other apps and Google's push to expand podcasting on this bite-size Geared Up Extra.  Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

E3, the biggest gaming convention in the U.S., started with a bang this week. Geared Up co-host Andru Edwards is down in Los Angeles for the show and on this episode, we run down the big game announcements of the year from Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo — including Microsoft's push to get more exclusive games. Plus, an intriguing new study on something most people want nothing to do with: Airp...

iOS, Apple Watch, Siri, Oh my! Apple just wrapped up its annual Worldwide Developers Conference and this show is all about the new features the company is bringing to its most popular devices. We've been trying the new tricks on iOS 12, including some very goofy MeMojis, and will give you the rundown on what's cool and what's not so impressive. Plus, the new Mac OS Mojave and updates to the Watch...

Geared Up is off this week, but co-host Todd Bishop has been hard at work reviewing the new Acer Spin 5, the first laptop to have Alexa built in. It's a cool concept, but in many ways Alexa doesn't stand up to her rival Cortana on Microsoft's home turf. Check out Todd's full review on this special GeekWire Extra episode.  Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/lis...

High-end camera maker Red unveiled a mysterious new smartphone this week, and Geared Up co-host Andru Edwards was there for the hands-on experience. He said the new phone has some cool features, but also some strange ones. Plus, Microsoft once again tries to take on Apple in the tablet arena and we get into the Hype around the Tesla Model 3. Andru ordered his Model 3 more than two years ago and is...

Two portable virtual reality headsets launched onto the stage in the past weeks: The highly affordable and convenient Oculus Go and the more sophisticated but pricey Lenovo Mirage Solo. So how do they compare? We go hands-on with both devices to find out on this episode. Plus, big news from the PC world with the launch of several new HP computers and a class-action lawsuit against Apple over the M...

On this episode, we take a deep dive into two technologies that co-hosts Andru Edwards and Todd Bishop have been using lately. Andru gives us his take on two Nokia Health's smart devices and Todd tells us how he was lured back to using Windows by his new favorite PC. Plus, what is Apple doing with virtual reality? Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

The Oculus Go sprang onto shelves in a surprise launch Tuesday. Is the lower-power, portable VR headset the future of virtual reality? We debate on this episode. Plus: What the T-Mobile / Sprint merger means for wireless customers and Apple reports record-breaking iPhone sales in the first months of 2018.  Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Apple's HomePod smart speaker has been out for a while now — and it's clear the device is struggling in a competitive smart speaker market. What led to its demise? Plus, Amazon reveals how they assign the preferred "Amazon's Choice" label to products, Apple is rumored to be entering the news business and how Xbox's backward compatibility might be the console's saving grace. Su...

How should gadget fans think about privacy? Andru, for one, says growing concerns about data privacy with Amazon, Google and Facebook will be a boon for Apple and other companies that don't base their businesses on advertising revenue. But doesn't that mean you're locked in to Apple's ecosystem? "Yes – locked into greatness," he says. Listen to our privacy discussion on this week's episode,...

Apple announced a new $299 iPad aimed at schools this week, along with tons of other education products -- but will they give the company the edge to catch up with Google and Microsoft in ed tech? We pose that question to GeekWire contributor and ed tech expert Frank Catalano on this episode of Geared Up. Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Apple announced a mysterious education event, hosted at a high school in Chicago. Is the company aiming to make a comeback in the education technology market? Plus, Apple is rumored to be making its own displays, Microsoft marches on with its always on PCs strategy and a new plan to make Alexa talk less. Support the show: http://youtube.com/@andru/join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...