Home Gadget Geeks

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at  http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg506   Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada at  https://techgadgetcanada.com/  joins us as we talk all about the latest from Nespresso with Nespresso Coffee Makers and Coffee Pods. It’s a different way of looking at coffee both in the way you make it and purchase it. We wrap the show with some d...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at  http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg505 Ross Brand from LiveStream Universe at  https://livestreamuniverse.com/  joins us as we look at the process of self-publishing and all the things to think about considering the process. From creating content to the tech needed to get it edited and published, Ross works us through the steps. W...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at  http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg503   Ed Sullivan joins us for some updates on his Tesla and some issues that have come up in the 6 months he has owned it. We also talk about some things to consider when purchasing an EV. We wrap the show with some discussion on an all-electric rat / mouse trap. All that and more!   Join Jim Co...

We have Bob and Ryan back from ThingComputers.org and we spend the first part of the show with a new Camera Recommendation from Bob (Sony aZV-E10) and the New Rode Wireless GO II. We spend some time talking about the current chip shortage and what does it mean for schools. Jim has a new 1TB NVMe drive to show off and we look at 3 x 2TB NVMe drives that were looked at by Bob. We look at some cool a...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at  http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg502   We have Kevin Schoonover this week and we spend a bunch of time talking about home networking. Is a single modem or mesh best? What blocks Wifi? How do you troubleshoot networking issues? We look at some new equipment as well. All that and more! Join Jim Collison /  @jcollison  and Mike Wie...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg501 Sammie Collison joins Jim this week with some updates from college and a deeper look at the new fire pit and deck work, do the Collison's need a robot vacuum cleaner, Sammie has a new item in her knitting store and some cooking tips from HelloFresh. The show is packed! All that and more! J...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg500   We made it! Show 500 is here! Mike spends some time talking about how is kids have gotten interested in Ham radio. Some new Ham gadgets included. Jim is trying to drop some COVID weight and is trying intermittent fasting and using the Fastic App. Jim also installed a new fire pit in the back...

Mike and Jim spend some time talking about Jim’s new Ring Cam install. Pics and examples are shown. Jim also updates on the Generator monitor and hookup selection. At the end of the show, Mike updates us on his Ham radio setup and gives Jim some advice on using a new battery based generator. All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAve...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg498   Mike and Jim spend at the front of the show with some listener feedback, but via email and a call-in message. Jim then asks for help with the placement of a new Ring Stick Up Cam and a solution to monitor this new generator. We wrap it with an update from Mike on some network issues he was h...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg497   Mike and Jim look at some recent technology issues at home that have caused us to rethink our setups. Is it all worth it? Have we made it too complicated? It’s it all worth it? All that and more!   Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGu...

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg496   We have Richard Hay from Windows Observer and ITPro Today as we talk about all things Windows 11. What is new, what is old and what to expect when it rolls out later this fall. All that and more!     Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #496 of Home Gadget Ge...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg495     We have Jon Panozzo from Unraid this week on Home Gadget Geeks. Jon updates us on the Unraid 6.9 upgrade and what to look forward to in 6.10. We also spend some time looking at the most popular apps on Unraid. Jon is also now hosting a new Podcast – the Uncast! We wrap the show with look at Chia Coin and farming...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg494     Christian Johnson is back this week, and we spend some time catching up with him. We talk some home automation and Wyse Cams for the new place. We spend some time talking about Maple Grove Partners and we catch up on all the changes happening there. We spend some time talking about the future of EV products incl...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg493   Erin Lawrence from https://techgadgetscanada.com is back this week as we take a long look at the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) and the 2021 Google Nest Hub with Sleep Sensing as the latest in smart speakers and digital assistance. We then talk about some less expensive Android phone options and finish the show by talking...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg492   We have Marvin Bee from Podnutz Pro found at   https://podnutzpro.com joins us this week as we talk about all things networking. After getting to know Marv a bit (he goes by Uncle Marv on social) we dig into his day job at MB Systems, then look at the NetAlly EtherScope Handheld network analyzer as well as the Dom...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg491   Jim and Mike are back this week with some exciting news on Jim’s new vehicle! You might be surprised by the choice he made and why. Jim also has a brand new Treadly 2 (link below) and give a first look and mini hands on review. We wrap the show with some chat about Roku v. YouTube and the battle between them right...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg490   Dave McCabe from  Reset.fm and the Reset Podcast joins us to talk Woodworking for gadget geeks this week on Home Gadget Geeks. We catch up first with a little crypto talk and then move into his projects with wood. We finish with some updates on lawn care and Jim has a big announcement next week on his future car p...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg489   Shawn Cooke and Mark Robson join us this week as we talk about BBQ and Smoking rubs. Shawn walks us thru his process of creating rubs and we talk about his 9 grills. Do not come to the show hungry! All that and more!   Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #489 of Home Gadget Geeks...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg488   We have a listener question from Kyle about when is it worth it and not worth it to mine crypto. Mike looks at all the factors and gives some advice. Mike is watching more F1 racing and even paying for it! We look at the new hardware from Apple with the new iMac and AirTag offerings and wrap it with Jim questionin...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio, and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg487   We spend some time this week talking about using Crypto Exchanges and after Coinbase, what might be your next exchange. Jim does a Tesla test drive last weekend and gives his thoughts. We wrap with some thoughts on Mike’s PC upgrade as he considers joining Storj again. All that and more!   Join Jim Collison / @jc...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg486   Cody Wheat from http://shotsofhistory.com/  joins us this week to update us on his work at https://libdib.com/ , how the alcohol industry faired during the pandemic and some updates on what is ahead as the world recovers. Some fun stories and interesting things you may not have known about the industry in this ext...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg485   We open the show with an update on the crypto market and Jim’s updates on the new ultrawide monitor that he purchased from a tip from Honey. Mike needs some advice when it comes to self hosting or cloud hosting storage and password managers. We wrap up the show with all the essential gadgets for apartment living. ...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at  http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg484   Monitors have never been cheaper and Jim thinks now is the time to move to a new Ultrawide monitor for the Mac and Mike has some options. We also talk about the new game that is taking the world by storm, Valheim. We even learn how to pronounce it correctly. We look the the new Unraid 6.9 update as well as using...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg483   Raz from https://www.drinkflowater.com/ joins us this week as discuss some of the substances found in drinking water that might surprise people, what is the FloFaucet, and what makes it unique as well as the benefits of using a FloWater Faucet Filter over just buying bottled water. We also look at the Flowater Ref...

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg482 We have Dewain Robinson back after a year and get some updates on a family move, what has changed during the pandemic and an update on all his new office tech. It’s great to catch up with Dewain and lots of gadget conversation! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show...