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Christian Johnson with Updates on Deepseek – HGG636

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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Mike Wieger talks 3D Printing Board Games, VR Exploration, Consolidating Home Servers and Whole Home Back Up – HGG635

Mike Wieger joins me this week as we talk about the latest in home technology, focusing on 3D printing and virtual reality (VR). We start with Mike's transition from printing random objects to creating a board game inspired by his father's inventions. He shares insights into their collaborative journey through prototyping and CAD design. We… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Erin Lawrence with Bose Ultra Open, Kia EV9, Plantaform Rejuvenate and Shark Cordless PowerDetect – HGG634

Erin Lawrence from TechGadgetsCanada.com joins me this week as we discuss her review of the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, focusing on their comfortable design and unique sound quality, although noting some battery life limitations. Our discussion then shifts to Erin’s new car reviews, highlighting the intersection of technology and automotive innovations, including infotainment systems and… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Jon Biggs with Optimizing Your Fitness Journey: Insights from a Retirement Tech Enthusiast – HGG633

Jon Biggs joins me this week as we talk about enhancing daily life through tech gadgets and healthier living. He shares his experiences with MeshTastic, a local mesh networking technology, and his efforts in building solar-powered communication nodes. Jon discusses the benefits of improved sleep and using a continuous glucose monitor to optimize his diet… 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

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

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>