Tag: Christian Johnson

Celebrating 15 Years of Home Gadget Geeks with LePro Outdoor Lighting, AI Hardware Shifts, and Crypto Signals – HGG667

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Christian Johnson joins me this week to celebrate the 15-year anniversary of the show while exploring today’s evolving tech landscape. They discuss AI hardware trends, rising consumer component costs, and NVIDIA’s latest enterprise advancements, along with a hands-on look at programmable outdoor LED lighting. We also look into cryptocurrency, comparing Ethereum and Bitcoin, before wrapping… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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AirPods to AI: Tech, Crypto, and Life Updates with Christian Johnson – HGG658

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In this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I’m joined by Christian Johnson. We start with a discussion about the new Apple AirPods Pro 3, which I’ve purchased and am waiting to try once they arrive. From there, Christian shares updates on life as a new father and his progress toward earning a pilot’s license. The… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Christian Johnson with Updates on Deepseek – HGG636

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Christian Johnson joins me this week as we talk about several tech topics, starting with our unusual winter weather and community snow clearing efforts. We discuss his transformational experience with bladeless LASIK eye surgery for Christian and its impact on his vision and hobbies. The conversation shifts to the disruptive AI model DeepSeek and its… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Dave McCabe with Embracing the Maker Mindset: A Conversation on 3D Printing, Woodworking, and Home Automation – HGG632

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Dave McCabe joins me this week as we talk about the fascinating realm of home tech gadgets, exploring his custom 3D-printed creations and the journey of running an Etsy store. We discuss the impact of modern 3D printers, particularly the Bamboo Labs models, and share tips on sourcing materials and designs from the community. The… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Christian Johnson – 14 Years of HGG and Secure Messaging with RCS After Huge Cyberattack – HGG631

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Christian Johnson joins me this week. After looking back at 14 years of Home Gadget Geeks, we focus on security and privacy concerns, particularly around using SMS and RCS messaging protocols. The FBI and CISA have warned about vulnerabilities in these protocols, leading Christian to advise using more secure messaging apps like Signal, WhatsApp, and… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Christian Johnson with the Effects of CrowdStrike and Software Reliability – HGG622

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Christian Johnson joins me this week as we talk about home technology trends, starting with seasonal changes and their effects on our gardens. We discuss AI's role in enhancing podcast show notes and dive into cybersecurity, highlighting a recent CrowdStrike incident that underscores software reliability issues. As Christian prepares for fatherhood, we look forward to… Click for more / Podcast Player>