Tech It Out

Tech It Out

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Making sense of technology by breaking down “geek speak into street speak."

Episodes(40 episodes)

Preserving indigenous language, thanks to Motorola and UNESCO. Plus, ESR Tech’s latest cases, and Spines audiobooks.
We learn about the Indigenous Collections app, for preserving endangered native languages and cultural knowledge. We catch up with Dr. Anton Treuer, an Ojibwe author, professor, and public speaker.I sit down with Noad Auckburally, Global Marketing Manager at ESR Tech, the company that makes super popular cases, chargers, and more. At ESR’s New York City event, we learn about the latest iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo solutions.Spines, a popular platform for publishing your own books, is also helping authors create and sell audiobooks, too -- leveraging AI. I catch up with Yehuda Niv, CEO of SpinesThank you to...
Published: Sep 18, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Hands on with the iPhone Duo! Yes, it’s Apple’s first foldable. Plus, three awesome guests.
I attended the “Surprise and Shine” event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. I’ll share my impressions of the iPhone Duo and Apple Watch Series 12I also catch up with Avi Greengart, president and analyst for advisory firm Techsponential, while at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park. He tells us why it’s significant that Apple has entered the foldable phone scene.It’s back to school time, and so tech expert Amber Mac joins us with some top tips to starting off the school yearVariational AI is a company that’s leveraging artificial intelligence to help develop new pharmace...
Published: Sep 11, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
What to look for in a new TV! Plus, an app to manage family schedules, and the latest in monitors.
Between school, work and extracurricular activities, it can be tough to manage the family. Fortunately, there’s a new tool called Norton Family Assistant. For all the deets, we’re joined by Leyla Bilge, Global Head of Scam Research for NortonIf it’s been a while since you’ve walked down the aisles of your local big box store, wait ‘til you see what TVs are available today. Bruce Walker, Product Evangelist for TCL North America, rejoins us on Tech It Out, with a look at new technologiesIf it’s time to upgrade your monitor, hear what’s new and newsworthy in...
Published: Sep 4, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Tech It Out is in Germany for Gamescom! We get more deets on the ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle. Plus, foldable phones!
We now have a launch date for the ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle, a handheld gaming PC with augmented reality glasses. At Gamescom, I sit down with Sascha Krohn, Director of Technical Marketing at ASUS, the parent company to ROGA family of new Pixel phones is now available from Google – including a new foldable model. For the skinny on them, I chat with Google Comms Manager, Hibaq AliSpeaking of foldables, I’m joined by tech journalist and podcaster Myriam Joire to talk Samsung foldables and if Apple is likely to unveil a foldable iPhone this SeptemberThank you to V...
Published: Aug 28, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Fairphone is now in the U.S.! Find out what the hype is about. Plus, digital frames are back, and appliance tips
Wouldn’t it be great if your next smartphone was “modular” – so if you wanted to replace or upgrade parts of it you could easily do so yourself? Fairphone is finally in the U.S. I chat with CTO Chandler Hatton.Aluratek turns 20! While it made a name for itself primarily in the digital photo frame space, the company isn’t resting on its laurels. Joining us to share what’s new is CEO John Wolikow.Star of the “Clean My Space” channel on YouTube and Instagram, celeb Melissa Maker joins us to chat about summer hosting and its relation to kitchen and l...
Published: Aug 21, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Back to school tech that makes the grade! Plus, HP’s wild EliteBoard G1a PC design, and save money while traveling with a Nomad eSIM
You haven’t seen a computer quite like the HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC. To explain what it looks like and who it’s for, we’re joined by Caleb Fleming, who manages HP’s new product introduction teamKeep in touch while traveling – for so much less than roaming with your provider. Learn about eSIMs with Nomad eSIM. I catch up with Terry Guo, President/Co-founder. Use code GET22 at checkout for 22% off your purchaseI share some recommended back-to-school gadgets, including a new laptop, printer, smart display, TV, headphones, and ways to save moneyThank you to Visa, Norton, an...
Published: Aug 14, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
The ‘retro tech’ craze -- with Fujifilm and INSTAX! Plus, tech journalist/podcaster Adam Doud joins us, back-to-school gear, and more.
What’s old is new again! From flip phones and vinyl to boomboxes and instant cameras. Joining us to talk cameras and printing – and how the younger generation is bringing back ‘retro’ gear – is Billy Luong, Senior Technical Brand Manager, from Fujifilm/INSTAXIf you don’t know him by his podcast, Benefit of the Doud, perhaps you do by his byline! Adam Doud is a freelance technology journalist who joins us for the first time on Tech It Out. We chat foldable phones and e-bikesIt’s almost back-to-school time and so on the show we’ve got tech lifestyle expert Mario Armstrong...
Published: Aug 7, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
ENCORE PRESENTATION: How to enjoy a ‘Scam Free Summer’ – thanks to Norton’s tips. Plus, a new game starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
You might be ready for the summer, but so are cybercriminals. Learn about the latest scams of the season and how to fight back. We kick off the show with Leyla Bilge, Global Head of Scam Research for Norton. Amazon Luna has a new game called Courtroom Chaos starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The AI-powered game is free to play for Amazon Prime members. I sit down with JC Connors, Senior Leader of Amazon Games. Also on Tech It Out, if you’re still paying your local wireless provider for out-of-country cellular access, you’re likely coming home to a massive bill. Instea...
Published: Jul 31, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Tech It Out is in the UK! Samsung gives us the skinny on new foldable phones. Plus, Superwhisper & videogame music
Samsung unveiled a trip of new foldable Z-Series phones, including one with a brand-new form factor. Thrilled to sit down with Rachel Roberts, Director of Smartphone Product Management at Samsung Electronics AmericaDo you like to talk instead of type? You’re not alone. Superwhisper is blowing up as a popular app that leverages AI for accuracy and efficiency, and it supports multiple devices. I interview Neil Chudleigh, founder of SuperwhisperMany would argue it’s a dream job to create music for videogames and virtual reality experiences. I sit down with Dren McDonald about his process – but we also talk about person...
Published: Jul 24, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Your banking app is getting conversational! How Visa is powering this AI Financial Assistant. Plus, air quality with Airthings
If you’ve opened your banking app lately, you may have noticed an option to interact with a secure AI financial assistant, allowing you to manage your money in a conversational manner. Visa is powering this, and so I caught up with Michele Herron, Senior Vice President and Head of North America Value Added Services at Visa.Especially if you’re in the northeast no doubt you’ve been experiencing poor air quality because of wildfire smoke drifting down from Canada. We chat with Airthings about the importance of indoor air quality. We’re joined by Annabel Robertson, Brand Manager at Airth...
Published: Jul 17, 2026Duration: 39m 8s
Manage your family with a new AI-powered Norton app. Plus, JD Power on the best banking and credit card apps, and hot tech for the summer
Parenting has never been an easy job – especially in today’s digital age – and so we learn all about the brand-new Norton Family Assistant. To tell us all about it is Shubh Jagani, Innovation Lead at Gen AI FoundryEvery year JD Power looks at banks and credit card providers to see how they stack up when it comes to their apps and websites. We’re joined by Jennifer White, managing director of financial services intelligence at JD PowerI also look at a handful of awesome tech picks for the summer, including an innovative keyboard to get work done, a robotic lawnmowe...
Published: Jul 10, 2026Duration: 39m 8s
Happy 4th of July! We talk FIFA World Cup with Lenovo. Plus, Alexa gets much smarter, and the new Family Feud Pocket is now playable
Lenovo, the no. 1 laptop brand in the world, is also the official technology partner with FIFA World Cup. At its new offices in New York City, I sit down with Lenovo’s Cathy Meister, Executive Director of North America PC & Smart Device SalesAlexa is much smarter, more conversational, and highly personalized – as we hear from Daniel Rausch, VP of Alexa & Echo at Amazon. We chat all about Alexa+, which is free for Prime membersAlso on Tech It Out, Family Feud Pocket is now playable on Apple Arcade. TO learn all about the new game, I catch up with Romain Leprince, Game M...
Published: Jul 3, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
How to enjoy a ‘Scam Free Summer’ – thanks to Norton’s tips. Plus, a new game starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, and saving money with eSIMs.
You might be ready for the summer, but so are cybercriminals. Learn about the latest scams of the season and how to fight back. We kick off the show with Leyla Bilge, Global Head of Scam Research for NortonAmazon Luna has a new game called Courtroom Chaos starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The AI-powered game is free to play for Amazon Prime members. I sit down with JC Connors, Senior Leader of Amazon GamesAlso on Tech It Out, if you’re still paying your local wireless provider for out-of-country cellular access, you’re likely coming home to a massive bill. Instead, learn abou...
Published: Jun 26, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
The best TVs to watch FIFA World Cup action? Hisense explains what ‘RGB’ is all about. Plus, Skyscanner and ChatGPT, Father’s Day gifts, and
To ‘kick’ off the show about FIFA World Cup viewing at home, I’m joined by Sarah Larsen, CMO of Hisense USA, to learn about RGB televisions and what they offer for sports fans!You’re probably aware of (and perhaps already use) Skyscanner, a free travel-related app that compares billions of real-time prices for flights, hotels, and car rentals – and now they’re folding ChatGPT into its platform. I chat with Piero Sierra, Chief AI Officer at SkyscannerAlso on Tech It Out, I also share some top gadget picks for dads and grads – from the likes of Nintendo, ECOVACs, Enbrighten, Sa...
Published: Jun 19, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Golf-related gadget gifts ahead of Father’s Day with PGA TOUR Superstore! Plus, the latest in robotic lawnmowers from Worx, and much more.
Hey, it’s dads and grads season! And so, joining us to talk golf simulators, wearable tech, and more, is Ben Helmrath, Senior VP of Merchandising at PGA TOUR SuperstoreApple has unveiled Siri AI at its recent WWDC, and so I’ll share some highlightsWorx may be best know for its power tools and interchangeable PowerShare battery system, but they’ve just released its latest family of Landroid-branded robotic lawn-cutting robots. On the show, we’ve got Phil Fitzpatrick, VP and GM at Positech, the parent company of WorxAlso on Tech It Out, while I’ll dive deeper on next week’s sho...
Published: Jun 12, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
‘Tech It Out’ is in Taiwan for Computex! Learn about the ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle
Forget everything you know about portable PC gaming! I sit down with Whitson Gordon, ASUS’s head of content for ROG and senior manager of marketing content, to learn about the just-unveiled ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle, which includes glasses that simulate a massive 171-inch display! I’m one of the first to test-drive the technology in TaipeiLove Tubi Of course you do. We unpack the origin story of this mega-popular video platform, why it’s as popular as it is and what’s coming next. I interview Mike Bidgoli, Chief Product & Technology Officer at TubiI’ll also play an intervi...
Published: Jun 5, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
FIFA World Cup and SANDISK kick off their partnership! Renowned sports photographer Robert Mora tells us more.
It’s true, SANDISK kicked off the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with the launch of its collection of officially licensed storage products. We’re joined by Robert Mora, Chief Photographer for the LA Galaxy, for his take on this new gear, plus sports photography tips and tricksWe’ll keep it ‘clean’ folks, but also on the show is cleaning expert Melissa Maker, a YouTube and Instagram personality, and LG Brand Ambassador. We’ll talk summer hosting, kitchen cleanup, and answering the age-old question: What’s the RIGHT way to load a dishwasher?!Also on Tech It Out, tech lifestyle exper...
Published: May 29, 2026Duration: 39m 7s
Add a ‘Clicks’ keyboard to your iPhone, Android. Plus, glasses that provide live captions during theatrical performances!
The Clicks Power Keyboard combines a physical, tactile keyboard with power bank for your smartphone. We catch up with Clicks’ CMO Jeff Gadway, who also shares deets on the upcoming Android phone featuring a BlackBerry-style physical keyboard called Clicks CommunicatorTalk Is Free Theatre is debuting ARIA translation glasses that can be worn by audience members to see the performance, with subtitles, in real time, in one of many languages. We’re joined by artistic producer Arkady SpivakRecorded at AWS RE:Invent in Las Vegas, I sit down with Dr. Mackenzie Herzog, NFL VP for Player Performance and Innovation, to hear abou...
Published: May 22, 2026Duration: 39m 8s
A pizza oven for your backyard, with Ooni. Plus, the latest in health tech with ‘C the Signs’ (detecting cancer through AI) and Garmin
Ooni, one of the biggest names in pizza ovens, has new models for inside and outside your home (perfect for summer), and a new rotating stone accessory. We kick off the show with Ooni founder & co-CEO Kristian TapaninahoAlso, thrilled to have on the show for the first time, Dr. Bea Bakshi, co-founder and CEO of ‘C the Signs,’ which helps identify a risk of cancer in patients at the earliest stage – and now in the U.S.Speaking of health, Garmin may be best known for its high-performance GPS smartwatches, but the company also has a portable blood pressure monitor called...
Published: May 16, 2026Duration: 39m 8s
An awesome Mother’s Day sale with TechPals! Plus, ELEHEAR’s teeniest hearing aids, Ambiq sensors, and Small Business Week with Adobe.
Instead of going to your family and friends for technical support, TechPals is offering an incredible Mother’s Day sale on its service – and honoring it up to a week after, or so. I catch up with co-founder Kaylin MarcotteIf you or anyone you know and love has mild to moderate hearing loss, tune into my chat with ELEHEAR’s managing director, David Hogan, about its teeny ELEHEAR Delight over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids that looks like trendy earbuds.What if the next major interface isn’t a screen, but your body? I’m joined by Ambiq’s Charlene Wan, VP of Corporate...
Published: May 8, 2026Duration: 39m 7s