Tech It Out

In just over 10 minutes, Cadillac sells out of its reservations for its LYRIQ EV Debut Edition, coming in 2022. Is the iPhone 13 family worth the hype? We catch up with mobile tech expert, Daniel Bader. Home Depot drops by to chat about is new Hubspace app and platform, to help manage your smart home tech. Called “the last baby monitor you’ll ever need,” we’ll learn all about the Owlet Smart Sock...

This week: * What’s new with the new iPhone 13 family, unveiled by Apple last week. * There’s ‘telehealth’ for humans, including virtual video visits, so hear what a virtual veterinarian looks like with Vetster * If you love to read, be sure to hear my interview with Legible.com, a new online platform that offers versatility * Amazon stops by to chat about what it’s like to work in tech at the com...

* These ain’t your grandma’s hearing aids! Dr. Hope Lanter, lead audiologist of hear.com, tells us what’s new and newsworthy * Hey movie lovers, LG joins us to shine a light on its latest projectors for your home * Have little ones? Learn all about the Miku Pro Smart Baby Monitor and what it can do that others can’t * A new product called “Noze,” billed as the world’s first consumer device that mo...

* We talk employment challenges facing those with disabilities, including veterans, with No Barriers USA and Wells Fargo & Co. * Tech expert Amber Mac joins us to share some back-to-school tech recommendations * Speaking of students, Maple Calculator is a free math app that does some pretty wild things. Learn about it here! * We’ll get the scoop on NTENSE gaming desks, including one with adjustabl...

* We’re joined by CR to hear all about its ambitious national broadband initiative; * LG talks ergonomic monitors, to promote better health while sitting at your computer * TikTok sensation “Chem Teacher Phil” drops by to talk STEM studies, and more * Be the first to learn about dcbel r16, designed for EV owners, as a way to power your home

* Learn about the latest in microSD cards, external hard drives and SSDs -- with Western Digital’s Brian Pridgeon * Tech lifestyle expert Carley Knobloch drops by to chat back-to-school picks * I also share some of my favorite gear for students heading back to high-school or college * MeetKai is a new A.I.-powered personal assistant. Learn what it can do that Google Assistant, Siri and Alexa canno...

* Experience your local stations in a new way with Auddia, a new platform reinventing radio * A small gadget called "bite away" takes the sting out of mosquito bites * Into video games? A new dating app called Kippo may be for you. * Hear about Kobo elipsa, which fuses entertainment with productivity. Learn how this new ereader works

* Learn about Lume Pad, the world’s first 3-D Lightfield tablet and what all the hype is about. * Fintropolis is a free add on for Minecraft, that teaches financial literacy to kids. Great idea! * Speaking of finances, our favorite car guy Nik Miles stops by to talk about high-tech ways to secure financing for your next vehicle * Nite Ize has hundreds of innovative products, including a light-up d...

* What’s ‘gadget insurance’? We hear about the new Ausion Home+ plan, plus uBreakiFix stores. * LG chats with us about its LG ProBake Convection Slide-In Range with Air Sous Vide & AirFry. * CrowdChange is a new fundraising platform to empower charitable events, big or small, with intuitive tools * Love word games? Be the first to learn about the new (and free) Magic Word game, from Volley, on you...

* Don’t trust your business to any ‘ol laptop. ASUS’s Beca Truong joins us to share what’s new with ExpertBooks * Have trouble falling or staying asleep? Learn all about Wesper sleep kits on today’s program * We’ll also hear about WhereiPark, a popular platform that connects those with parking spots to rent with those who need ‘em * We have another $100 Hotels.com giveaway, so tune into the podcas...

· Learn all about OnStar Guardian, the new app for up to 7 family members and friends, to help you behind the wheel or outside of the vehicle. · Seen those trendy Nanoleaf smart light panels for your wall? Learn what’s new with the CEO from the company. · Need some fun summer ideas? We talk with lifestyle expert and author Meredith Sinclair, who penned the book, Well Played: The Ultimate Guide to...

* Find out why you should never pay if a cybercriminal locks down your files and demands a ransom. We’re joined by ESET’s Tony Anscombe *Wall Stories are cartoon decals for a child’s wall – but comes alive through an augmented reality app *LG joins us to chat about OLED TV and why it’s the definitive technology for enjoying TV shows, movies, sports, and games *Hotels.com is giving away another $10...

* Be wary of the reviews you read online, as they may be fake. We talk with Nixplay about the problem. * Tech expert Amber Mac joins us to share some summer tech ideas, and I also share some picks, too. * Learn all about Pastimes, a trendy new app for meeting new people and enjoying the great outdoors. * Congrats to Andrea Anderson, the winner of the Hotels.com $100 gift card! We’ll give away thre...

* Congratulations to Jessica DiPalma, winner of the ASUS VivoBook Flip 14, commemorating the 200th episode of Tech It Out last week * We talk with the Doug Bowser, President of Nintendo of America, on E3 highlights * Alan Lewis from Take-Two Interactive joins us to talk about video game diversity, equity and inclusion * Hotels.com has a new campaign that can save you serious money, plus we’re givi...

* Thank you to everyone for your support on Tech It Out. This is our 200th episode! To commemorate the milestone, ASUS is giving away a sleek convertible laptop. Listen to the show for details. * Western Digital chats with us about the benefits of local storage versus the cloud (and a hybrid approach to protecting your files) * LG’s new high-tech refrigerators have “cool” features, including the a...

* The annual E3 video game expo takes place next weekend, an all-virtual event, so anyone can attend online, and for free * We talk with the host of E3, the Entertainment Software Association (The ESA), with none other than the President and CEO, Stanley Pierre-Louis * We’re joined by Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez, one of the official E3 hosts and a top esports commentator * Also, Jacki Jing, another E3...

* Learn about Flexcera, new 3D-printed teeth technology, from Desktop Health * Automotive expert Manuel Carrillo III talks about the evolution of electric vehicles (EVs), including the Hyundai IONIQ * Digital photo frames are making a comeback. We catch up with PhotoSpring on their new products * Announced last week, be the first to hear all about the SanDisk Professional line of storage, coming t...

* Learn how Fetch Rewards turns all your retail and restaurant receipts into savings * What is Ecosia? It’s a search engine that plants trees (and much more) * Do an eye test at home with EyeQue, and use your number to order eyeglasses through an app. * Back-up your important files onto an external SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, for safe keeping and fast access

* Not all ‘Virtual Private Networks’ are created equal. We talk with NordVPN about its competitive advantages * DeleteMe stops by to talk about how (and why) they remove your personal information online * We also talk with Stash Password Manager, on its new security app and optional hardware solution

* Tech expert Amber Mac shares a handful of Mother’s Day gift ideas – even if mom isn’t so tech-savvy * Facebook gives us an early look at its Neighborhood feature, set to roll out nationally * Digital lifestyle expert Mario Armstrong shares a handful of spring tech ideas for the home * It’s National Small Business Week, and so I’ll share some great tech tools to give your business a competitive e...

* Epson’s RapidReceipt scanners can save you time, money and aggravation. Learn how in our interview. * We get our game on with Intel, as we hear about ‘Rocket Lake’ processors coming to desktops * Overwhelmed by all the video streaming services available today? You’re not alone. MyBundle. TV will join us to chat. * More than meets the eye? Hasbro stops by to talk about a new programmable Transfor...

* Turn your vehicle into a powerful generator for your home with the clever CarGenerator invention (and Dragon’s Den pick) * We’re joined by Circle’s CEO to learn about this award-winning solution to protecting kids in the digital age * LG stops by with info on its latest 4K laser projector that can beam an image 5 times bigger than a 60-inch TV * Don’t forget to properly back-up your important fi...

* I catch up with tech expert Amber Mac about ‘green tech,” including ways to conserve water and save electricity – ahead of Earth Day. * Learn about the Pinterest ‘Creator Code,’ a mandatory set of guidelines that focus on kindness, inclusivity and compassion * Xandar Kardian has a radical new smart home device, the XK300. Hear what it does in our exclusive interview * Carley Knobloch talks tech...

* Thinkware talks dashcams, including features like 4K, dual cameras, and parking mode * Considered a revolutionary education tool, learn about eGlass for in-classroom and remote learning * I share a few spring gadgets to consider, including a robotic lawnmower, cell phone booster for a cottage/cabin, and more * Don’t forget to regularly back-up your important files – before it’s too late – on a W...

* Learn about the free ‘Remember This’ app and podcast, designed to help archive your loved one’s stories. * Heard a lot about 5G but aren’t 100% what it is and why you need it? We’ll be joined by T-Mobile for a refresher. * LG stops by to talk about its new LG WashTower, a 2-in-1 laundry pair for smaller spaces and a ton of tech. *I share some “home office makeover” suggestions to supersize your...