Everything’s distracting, especially to many of us geeks. That’s ok, though. Listen as John and Dave plow through their distractions to ensure everyone learns at least five new things. Your two favorite geeks troubleshoot AirPods, AirTags, Multitouch, and slow SSDs. They also share Cool Stuff Found from CES and beyond with products from JBL, Shokz, Pozio, Plugable, and more! Press play and enjoy.
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CES 2022: Speck Unveils New MagSafe Accessory
Speck announced its new Presidio Pro Folio for MagSafe at CES 2022, which works across the iPhone 12 and 13 ranges.
CES 2022: Satechi's New Headphone Stand Can Also Charge Your iPhone
Satechi announced a 2-in-1 headphone stand at CES 2022 that can also charge your iPhone. It’s available to preorder for US$79.99.
Nanoleaf Strengthens Its Thread Over HomeKit Support
Nanoleaf devices will help strengthen your smart home mesh network acting as border routers for other Thread over HomeKit devices.
Oral-B Demonstrates the Latest in Connected Mouth Care at CES
Oral hygiene is important, and Oral-B has made some big announcements in its connected mouth care product lineup at CES 2022.
Team Nightmare, CES, and Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2022-01-05
Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss some CES announcements and a couple of tips for iPhone users.
Dreame Shows Off Its Robotic Vacuum GOAT of Avoidance at CES 2022
A robot vacuum that can avoid objects left on the floor is great, and this CES exhibitor says its model is the best at such avoidance.
CES 2022: Airthings Air Quality Sensor Can Detect Indoor Pollution
Airthings has announced new products at CES 2022 as additions to its View series product range. These include View Pollution, View Radon, and more.
Smart Home Tips and CES Announcements – TMO Daily Observations 2022-01-04
Jeff Butts joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss smart home CES announcements and a tip for devices that aren’t officially supported by HomeKit.
CES 2022: WHOOSH! Announces Eco-Friendly Screen Cleaner
WHOOSH! announced a line of eco-friendly screen cleaner and protectors to keep your devices hygienic using reusable components.
CES 2022: Scosche Announces Phone Car Mounts with Wireless Charging
Scosche announced new phone car mounts. Each product will be available at a different price and be released at a separate time.
CES 2022: MOFT Announces Laptop Stands, Desk Mat, Snap Sets
Known for iPhone accessories, MOFT is expanding its product line with desktop tools, as well as gear for iPhone 13 and iPad mini 6th-gen.
CES and In-Person Events, Brain Implants, Social Media Accountability, with Jeff Gamet - ACM 566
Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet talk about CES and the future of in-person events. They also take a look at brain implants, which, believe it or not, are here. And, they talk about efforts to make social media companies accountable and say: be careful what you wish for.
Brace Yourselves: New HDMI 2.1a Standard to Debut at CES 2022
CES 2022 will see the introduction of yet another HDMI standard: 2.1a. What will it do? Both good and bad things.
Let’s start with the good: HDMI 2.1a is an upcoming revision to the HDMI 2.1 stack and adds a major new feature, Source-Based Tone Mapping, or SBTM. SBTM is a new HDR feature that offloads some of the HDR tone mapping to the content source (like your computer or set-top box) alongside the tone mapping that your TV or monitor is doing.
More HDMwhy, am I right?
CES 2022 Proves We’re Not Ready for Normal
As the world grapples with COVID-19’s omicron variant, CES 2022 shows tech giants and organizers don’t think it’s time to return to normal.
Real Wireless Charging Coming from CES 2022 Award Winner
If you’ve wondered when we’ll get real wireless charging for our technology, it might be coming sooner rather than later.
CES 2022 Will Require Proof of Vaccination From Attendees
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced that attendees going to CES 2022 will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Scosche Releases PowerVolt Car and Wall Chargers
Scosche Industries announced new PowerVolt car and wall chargers at CES 2021, and now these products are ready for purchase.
Headphone Evolution in 2021 – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-21
Dave Hamilton joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the state of headphones after CES2021 announcements, and the evolution of noise cancellation.
Does a ‘Better Normal’ Mean Robots In Your Home?
Samsung’s vision of a “better normal” means robots in your home. Jeff Butts isn’t convinced that’s such a bright idea, though.
Remote Reflections from CES — Mac Geek Gab 853
Your two favorite geeks “went” to CES last week, and have some stories to share. Cool Stuff Found abounds, as well as some thoughts on this year’s trends. Of course, they didn’t leave home, so they still had time to answer your questions, find some Quick Tips, and make a show out of it all. Press play and listen as John and Dave help us all to learn at least five new things!
A Robotic Chef Could Be in Your Near Future
If cooking isn’t really your thing but you don’t want to dine out all the time, perhaps this robotic chef will improve your eating habits.
Kingston Introduces DataTraveler Kyson to Line of High Performance Flash Drives
Kingston introduces DataTraveler Kyson, a Type-A USB flash drive with a stylish, capless metal case, so there’s no cap to lose.
Origin Wireless Announces Hex Home Wave-Based Security System
Origin Wireless announced Hex Home, a wave-based home security system at Pepcom’s Digital Experience! at CES 2021.