Andy McCaskey is a podcaster. He started in broadcast radio, then switched to Podcasting in 2004 with SDRNews. Currently, Andy is working on a new project – The RV News Network (RVNN.tv).
When I started Geekazine in 2007, I knew I had to collaborate if I wanted to make it. At that time, I watched as Todd and Andy went to CES, creating interviews and other content. They said, “You should be here next year with us.” I took that to heart. I joined the gang in […]
The second episode of the Techpodcast network from the NBC Universal stage went off without a hitch. Within the hour, we had some great guests from Sphero (a Ball controlled by iPhone), Sifteo (a block game), Bug Labs (4G modules), Telecare (care of diabetes), Sonomax (self fit custom earphones) and ZAGG (iPad case with keyboard). […]
Global Caché products for residential, commercial, and educational markets that are easy to use. Connect devices to the network quick and easy. Integrate with 3rd party systems better. The iTach is a WiFi products that connects iPhone to serial, IR and relay devices in seconds. Global Caché has partnered with many application and system providers […]
Alisa Hicks of the SD Card Association talks to Andy and Esby on TPN Live CES coverage. They talk about security and content protection on SD cards. These cards are getting larger and can fit audio, video and more. Alisa talks about SD XC which is what took storage above 32 GB. They announce the […]
Charles Hillman joins Andy and Esby for the TPN Live CES coverage. GrandCare Systems is a communications tool for caregivers. The idea is to give the ones you love freedom. Grand Care Systems brings digital tools to do just that. Since 2006, GrandCare has been creating freedom. Daily Monitoring, Video chat and tele-health. Interview by […]
Jeff Ravencraft from the USB Implementers Forum came on to the TPN Live CES coverage. He discusses deployment of USB hardware interface standards; including USB 3.0 and wireless USB. So-called “Superspeed” USB can operate up to 10 times faster than 2.0 standards. USB 3.0 ports can supply up to twice as much power as USB 2.0 […]
Billy Harrison joins Andy and Esby on the TPN Live CES coverage. He talks about Promise Technology and DLNA, the next level in appliance networking. DLNA is a way to have your smart devices talk with each other. More to the point, TV’s, Blu Ray players, computers and mobile devices. Therefore, if you want to […]
The idea of having a name tag that produces video is pretty cool. Video Name Tag is a fun little piece of flair that really takes this to the next level. Load it up, pin it on and let the tag say hi. Interview by Andrew McCaskey of RV News Thanks for Sponsoring Geekazine at […]
Sifteo is a game using blocks with video screens on them. As you play, you try to match colored images from one block to another. As you go, the game gets increasingly difficult. This is the first game I have seen that has taken the old tactile feel and put it with a technology. The […]
Andy tries to move a ball. Not with his fingers, toes or any other part of his body than his mind. Mattel MindFlex Dual is a new version of the product they debuted two years ago. Using brainwaves, a headset transmits the brainwaves to direct the ball. A mind meter also tells you how much activity […]
Up to ten times the speed of Highspeed 480Mb/sec, the 5Gb/sec signaling rate of the new standard moves to the next level- a 25GB HD movie, with Superspeed will take 60-70 seconds to transfer. Certified notebooks from HP, NEC, Asus and a number of other companies are already available. The new Sandy Bridge chipset from […]
Stream your content from your PC to your TV. Wireless USB with EZAir EZDock and EZView+. Plug in the dongle to the USB port on the computer and the other dongle in the dock. You can run 2-3 monitors on the one connection. However, EZAir also uses a proprietary “Line of sight” option. That means if you […]
A compact mouse. That is what we need sometimes on the go. Running Bluetooth and using two fingers, you can quickly move around. You also get a laser pointer in it. Aigo makes many products from tablets to cameras. But have you ever thought that your mouse can have more functions than moving around on […]
Can’t keep that phone down? Stop the employees from wrecking the company van? Want to make sure the kids are focusing on the road rather than their newest BFF’s drama? txtBlocker is the answer. txtBlocker simply blocks the texting when the person is driving. There are two components – an administrative side (website) and an […]
We have smart phones, smart meters, smart fridges, smart washers, smart cars and more. We need a central hub to collect and report the Eco-footprint. That is where the Zigbee Alliance comes in. A device (works with most homes) creates a central hub to pair with and communicate to these smart devices. That way if […]
Internet access is becoming a necessity. However, if you cannot afford a large data plan with caps, then maybe you should try Ubisurfer. Buy a netbook, get the internet for free for a year. Ubisurfer is a standard netbook with Windows CE or Linux. They will have a 10″ netbook and Android Tablet version soon. […]
Remember those Black Static Erase boards that you lifted the plastic and your words and doodles disappeared? Well let’s chalk one up to technology as the Boogie Board is now here! It does the same thing, however, instead of lifting the sheet, you just push a button and the image erases. This is a green […]
Andy McCaskey runs into Joe from D-Link. He shows off the Boxee Box, one of the more successful OTT systems out there. Part of the success deals with the flexibility from it’s own Set Top Box, to the use on PC or Mac, to the fact you can use a USB drive. The big change in Boxee […]
Kylo is a free web browser for your TV. Turn your computer into the system and that will become your media TV. With the downloadable system, you can do simple things like view your libraries without a small icon, small font. With the Kylo browser, you can motion control the screen. You can move the […]
GoPro is a company that creates small digital video cameras that you wear while sporting. Riding the wave or skiing the slopes, GoPro has several options for you. Check out the new products on Amazon! GoPro at Geekazine
Kaspersky is a global cybersecurity and anti-virus provider headquartered in Moscow, Russia. Founded in 1997 by Eugene Kaspersky, Natalya Kaspersky, and Alexey De-Monderik, the company has grown into one of the world’s leading cybersecurity firms. Pure Total Security starts at $89 with yearly renewal fees. Interview by Andrew McCaskey of RV News Thanks for Sponsoring […]
Andy talks with Barnes & Noble at CES on the next generation of Nook. This is a color version of the popular reader.
Do you have music that you want to share? The iPhone speaker is not the best to share. However, with Altec Lansing, you can push sound over Bluetooth to a soundbar that can move from one part of the house to another. The Altec Lansing Freedom is a Bluetooth connected sound dock. You can connect […]
Oxygen Audio is a company that produces O Car – a device that you attach your iPhone to. It instantly turns your iPhone into the car dash. You then change the radio station or play a CD or MP3 using the iPhone. It’s also a charger dock for your phone. Whatever applications you use, you […]
If you have a senior that doesn’t want assisted living, then you might want to check out POM Devices. The idea is simple – put this device in a central area and it can monitor and communicate with the other devices. It will give medication reminders and emergency help if you need it. The device […]