TechFan #267 – Hacking Around

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Tim and the returning David discuss hacking the FireTV Stick, HDMI inputs on a Mac, 17-inch MBP upgrades, Xbox One, connected devices, crappy controls on monitors, podcast editing, John Martellaro’s Background Mode, and much more.

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Let’s Talk Photography 35: Jeff Curto Interview

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This month Bart is joined by photographer Jeff Curto talk about the history of photography, and why it matters. Jeff taught a course on photo history in the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn Illinois for 30 years, and has made his class sessions available as a podcast. Jeff also produces the Camera Position podcast, a show about the creative side of photography.

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Create Keyboard Case for 9.7″ iPad Pro – Review

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The 9.7-inch iPad Pro turns out to be the right size for many users, and Logitech has just released a keyboard case for it. There’s a lot to like here, but the best feature is the Smart Connector. The keyboard doesn’t need to be charged; it is powered by your iPad. Open the case, snap the screen into its magnetic groove, and you’re connected. The backlit keys light up, letting you know you’re ready to roll.

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Getting smart with iPhone 7 photography

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“More tools in the toolbox” is how professional photographer and author Derrick Story feels about the use of smartphones for avid image takers like himself. In this episode of his weekly *The Digital Story* podcasts, he’s sold on the slimline iPhone 7, which has features that include water resistance, 4K video capability, and FaceTime abilities, meaning that images can be shared live—even while paragliding at 800 feet.

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Geekiest Show Ever 223 – High on Wi-Fi

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– GoFundMe for Mark Sheppard survival fund
– iPods and big thank you to Dorothy Yamamoto
– Mike’s router adventures
– Melissa’s ISP and Wi-Fi troubles
– Elisa’s pick: eero wireless mesh network
– Melissa’s pick: Sleepphones to listen in peace
– Mike’s pick: to satisfy his inner gamer, the new Xbox S
– Kevin’s pick: a unique keyboard, the Qwerkywriter

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MyMac Podcast 618: Awwwwdio

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Victor Cajiao whose name gives Guy fits, joins the GMen to talk about audio. Hi end to low cost, there’s a little something for everyone here. Check out his podcast, the Terratech, which is all about tech that goes from mastering audio to how to grill meat!

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TechFan #266 – Glenn Reid

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Tim interviews Glenn Reid, the CEO of Marathon Laundry Machines. Glen has a fascinating history at Apple and Adobe, and he is looking to disrupt the laundry industry.

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W2 Apple Watch Stand – Review

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Every so often, a product comes along that just works. The W2 Watch Stand is just such a product. At night you keep your Apple Watch on your nightstand to charge it, use its alarm function, and utilize its Nightstand Mode. This beautifully designed little stand allows for all of that.

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