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XReal Beam first look!
XReal is sponsoring this video to clear the air on augmented reality and phone compatibility. Folks don’t understand that iPhones and Pixels don’t support AR glasses. To make up for those issues from Apple and Google, XReal made the BEAM! This little “brain” powers the AR and 3D head tracking capabilities of the glasses for ANY computer or phone you connect it with.
Let’s do this right! Continue reading “XReal Beam: AR for ALL of us!”
Happy Monday!
While traveling, I’ve pre-recorded this podcast in advance of this week’s Samsung Unpacked event. A bit serious and a bit tongue in cheek, here’s how I transitioned from die-hard Samsung Knight to insufferable hater.
I often pick on the most toxic members of a brand’s fandom, but I haven’t done a great job of explaining how I got here.
Let’s get our tech week started right!
Continue reading “#SGGQA 308 Special Edition: How I Became a Samsung HATER (and YOU can TOO!)”
Velotric Go 1 Road Test!
The folks at Velotric are sponsoring this video to chat about their new cargo ebike! A bike can be a handy way to run errands and get work done, but it’s even better when it’s built to haul stuff! The Go 1 is a really fun ride, and it’s one of the most modular bikes I’ve ever ridden. Let’s check it out!
More info on Velotric Bikes https://velotricbike.info/3O2r1AK
Save $60 on the purchase of a Velotric! Use SOMEGADGET60 at checkout! Continue reading “Velotric Go 1 Cargo eBike! This Bike HAULS!”
Pixel Fold first impressions! An excerpt from this week’s SGGQA Podcast! Basically I was right about folding mini-tablets, and EVERYONE else was wrong!
PEW PEW! Shots fired! Continue reading “48 Hours with the Pixel Fold: I WAS RIGHT ABOUT FOLDING PHONES!”
Happy Monday!
The FCC is still in deadlock, but that might be changing soon. Twitter is still cash flow negative. Threads engagement might be slipping. Google is losing AR talent. Sony and Microsoft sign a deal on Call of Duty. Intel is killing the NUC.
And I’ve spent a weekend with the Pixel Fold and the Pixel Tablet! Time for my COMPLETE long term review!
Let’s get our tech week started right!
Can your phone shoot CINEMATIC video? What IS “cinematic” video?
Shooting “cinematic” doesn’t mean JUST shooting 24 fps, or shooting super shallow depth of field. It means CONTROLLING the shot, and getting the view you really want. Phone cameras are getting REALLY good, but if we want to use them to shoot better content, they need a little help.
Our VERY first step? How do we control light? Continue reading “Shooting “Cinematic”? Why Phone Video at 24 FPS Usually Looks Like Garbage!”
Happy Monday!
Threads is growing like crazy, but what concerns might we have for a new social media platform from Meta? Evernote is scaling way back on staff, and moving operations to Europe. Google is looking to ditch Samsung for a future Tensor chip. Scientists believe we might have found evidence of alien intelligence here on Earth. I spent some time reviewing the Sony AX7 Portable Speaker system.
And I want to spend a little time in the SomeGadgetGuy mailbag!
Let’s get our tech week started right!
Sony AX7 Review!
This speaker setup is a little different. What if you could carry home theater audio around with you any where you travel? Sony combines several new technologies to create a unique Bluetooth listening experience. I really haven’t heard anything like this before, but does that justify the price tag? Continue reading “SONY HT- AX7 PORTABLE Theater Sound System Review: Spatial Audio On the Go!”