Author: Juan Carlos Bagnell

Juan has been obsessed with consumer electronics since before computers had GUI’s. Out of college he worked on a JIT computing contract which supported DOE facilities in New Mexico. He’s been featured on numerous podcasts and radio shows lending his tech insights. You can also find him in LA directing voice over actors and producing spoken word recording.
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#SGGQA 193: Net Neutrality in California, AT&T DSL is SLOW, Xiaomi’s Camera Bump!

The Justice Department is stepping down from a lawsuit against California over Net Neutrality! Lawmakers in North Dakota are trying to force app store competition on Apple and Google. Qualcomm might be frustrated with the idea of NVIDIA owning ARM. How much does it cost to SHAME AT&T into offering you faster service?

And what’s going on with this HUGE camera lump on a Xiaomi?

Let’s get your tech week started right!
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Has the Sony A7S iii convinced me to dump Panasonic?

Sony A7S iii Review! BUT NOT REALLY!

I’m actually proper torn on this one. I’m leaning towards staying with my Lumix cameras because this Sony body is pricey.

But Damn.

Damn the A7S3 is a fantastic camera… Continue reading “Has the Sony A7S iii convinced me to dump Panasonic?”

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Use Face Unlock With a Mask on ANY Phone!

Apple is adding an option to help people unlock their phones while wearing masks. We’ve had features like that on Android for YEARS now. Here’s a quick reminder, how to use Smart Lock on your Android phone! Continue reading “Use Face Unlock With a Mask on ANY Phone!”

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#SGGQA 192: OnePlus 9 and Hasselblad, Apple’s $3000 VR Headset, Are New Phones Worth it?

Apple’s talks with Kia and Hyundai have fallen apart. President Biden brings back weekly addresses in a new format. Trump wanted a stake in Parler. OnePlus might partner with Hasselblad for the OnePlus 9. Apple’s VR headset might cost $3000.

And let’s chat about new phones and the idea of “worth”!

Let’s get your tech week started right!
Continue reading “#SGGQA 192: OnePlus 9 and Hasselblad, Apple’s $3000 VR Headset, Are New Phones Worth it?”

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#SGGQA 191: Mrs. GadgetGuy and her New Pixel 4a 5G

We tech reviewers talk a LOT about “average consumers”.
My wife Marie is a tech savvy individual, but she isn’t “into” tech like I am. Her LG G7 was getting a bit long in the tooth, and we really struggled to find her a new phone.

Balancing features against some compromises, we eventually arrived on a Pixel 4a 5G. She’s been using the phone for a couple months now, and is ready to share some thoughts!

Also, we were drinking bourbon, so that’s fun too. Continue reading “#SGGQA 191: Mrs. GadgetGuy and her New Pixel 4a 5G”

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AfterShokz OpenComm: Free Your Ears! Get Work Done!

Bluetooth bone conduction headset! Now with a nicer microphone!

Aftershokz is THE name for consumer bone conduction audio. The OpenComm is a fresh take on their sport headsets, focusing on productivity and office communication. How does “open ear” handle working at home?

Let’s take a listen! Continue reading “AfterShokz OpenComm: Free Your Ears! Get Work Done!”

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Tech Reviewers are SCUM! Reddit Weighs In!

NUMBER 7 WILL BLOW YOUR MIND!!!

But seriously, it’s probably healthy to check in from time to time. What DO tech reviewers look like from outside our little techie bubbles? Why did this one meme joke make it to the front page of Reddit?

We’re all kind of dealing with different flavors of an existential tech crisis. Let’s chat.

Are we THAT out of touch? No. No it’s the children who are wrong…

Continue reading “Tech Reviewers are SCUM! Reddit Weighs In!”

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1More ComfoBuds Review: Comfy Communicator Earbuds!

1More has a solid reputation for consumer audio gear. I really enjoy their options for multi-driver and noise cancelling ear buds. Turning their sights on a more cost friendly option, the ComfoBuds are a familiar solution for easy fit and communicator functions.

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “1More ComfoBuds Review: Comfy Communicator Earbuds!”

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