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App Show Canada’s friendliest tech expert Mike Agerbo is expanding his radio presence with The App Show, which rates the latest apps and unlocks software secrets for smartphones, tablets, TVs and more.
This week, Mike explores the world of AI art and asks the question – can AI art be copyrighted? Well, there’s actually an answer according to a US judge!
This week, Mike Agerbo explores how some people are getting microchips implanted in their body to wirelessly unlock the doors in their lives. He also looks at the darker side of AI tools, and how one school district is using ChatGPT to help them identify what books to ban in their libraries.
This week, Mike Agerbo looks into a study the Pentagon is conducting on using AI to detect anti-social behaviour. On a lighter side, he’ll give listeners some fun hacks on what to do with old smartphones that may be sitting in a drawer.
This week, Mike Agerbo talks to the founder of Hippocratic AI, a company that looks to use AI to expand healthcare interactions with patients, with accuracy and solid bedside manner! We also check in on the Threads and Twitter (or should we say X) war.
This week, Mike Agerbo is in New York City attending the Amazon Web Service Summit, checking out the latest tools and advancements in Artificial Intelligence. Not happy with spread of self checkouts in retail stores, Amazon has a solution that uses just your palm, and some cool AI to help improve your golf swing.
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This week, Mike Agerbo share his favorite travel apps to save money, and gear that he takes with him on his journeys. Also, will Apple pull FaceTime and iMessage if the U.K. government passes their new security bill? Can't get enough of The AppShow and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the AppShow podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and yes, even on TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo looks in on the actors strike and how AI is a major sticking point in their demands. Also OpenAI is getting sued for the way they ingest their information – a class action suit has been opened against them, and ChatGPT.
This week, Mike Agerbo and Graye Williams take a look at Threads, the new micro blogging platform from Instagram. Can it give Twitter a run for its money? A lot of people are hoping so, but what are the business realities of making it successful?
This week, Mike Agerbo talks to some up and coming tech startups in Canada, and how they’re using Amazon Web Services to grow fast. Plus, you’ll get Mike’s top Google Chrome hacks to make browsing even better.
This week, Mike Agerbo gives out his top SmartTV hacks, to male your TV just a little bit smarter! He also talks with the people at JD Powers about banking app satisfaction in Canada. Which banks scored highest? How did your bank do?
This week, Mike Agerbo explores the world of app delivery drivers and how little they get paid on average. He also gives his Top 5 Smart Home tech hacks! And thinking of travelling, and what a fair exchange rate for your currency conversions? There’s an app for that! Can't get enough of the AppShow and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the AppShow podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss mobile technology on the GetConnected Podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and yes, even on TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo talks with tech journalist Marc Saltzman about his hand on time with the new Apple Vision Pro glasses. Running out of juice for your smartphone? Mike gives you his top 5 battery saving hacks.
This week, Mike Agerbo askslooks at the question – is world of streaming. With the massive consolidation happening, becoming like TV of old? Consolidation is gripping the streaming giants. Who will remain? Also, our top 5 wifi hacks to give your internet a little extra love in your home! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss mobile technology on the App Show podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and yes, even on TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss a number of the e-commerce websites and apps that help small businesses get their products and services out to the world and some of the challenges they face, the costs involved and some tips to navigate it. Our friends from Mastercard come by to discuss securing those websites and we’ll have some tips from Nextdoor that can help navigate the trick or treating in your neighborhood this Halloween. All this and the latest App news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss how and where to find the best Black Friday deals, including for some things you may not normally associate with deals like your mobile and home internet services. We’ll update you on all the things that happened at Twitter this week and an interesting new AI app for your iPhone that lets you experiment with text to image generation without having to deal with the cloud or confusing processes. All this and the latest app and mobile news!
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss all things Mastodon, touted by many as a replacement for Twitter. Is it though? We take a look at Rewind.ai, an app for your Mac that records everything you do and lets you search it days or weeks later. Passcodes are going to be replacing passwords for alot of websites and apps people use - but what are they? All this and the latest app and mobile news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler try to keep up with all the updates coming in about Twitter. So many changes that we expect things to have changed while you listen to this episode. Mike shares this thoughts after taking the new Apple iPad 10th Generation for a spin. Google has a new artificial intelligence tool for writers called WordCraft that can literally help you write fiction - are these new AI tools moving too fast to keep up? All this and the latest App & Mobile news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss a number of the e-commerce websites and apps that help small businesses get their products and services out to the world and some of the challenges they face, the costs involved and some tips to navigate it. Our friends from Mastercard come by to discuss securing those websites and we’ll have some tips from Nextdoor that can help navigate the trick or treating in your neighborhood this Halloween. All this and the latest App news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss all the iPad updates that Apple announced this week, including the redesigned ‘entry’ level iPad and iPad Pros with the M2 processor and the switch to USB-C for them. We also talk about the curious case of an airline banning the use of AirTags in checked baggage and its quick reversal. Recently a sealed original iPhone from 2007 sold for $39,000US - is it time to clear out those drawers of old tech? It might be! All this and the latest app and mobile news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us o
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss the recent news about how much the Canadian government’s ArriveCAN app cost (spoiler: $54 Million) and some developers have built their own versions that would have cost much less. Ontario has come out with a new regulation that requires businesses to disclose if they are tracking their employees who work from home with monitoring tools. We’ll also chat with the folks at Kensington about some new ergonomic products that can help improve your health while working from home. All this and the latest app news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss the big Google announcement event around it’s Pixel 7 smartphone family which also included the long anticipated Pixel Watch. We’ll also discuss the new mandate the European Union has decreed that all consumer electronics must use the same USB-C standard charging cable by 2024 - how will Apple address this being one of the last holdouts that still use their proprietary Lightning connector. Amazon Canada now supports the Affirm payment option on all their products - would you use a payment option to take the sting out of a larger purchase? All this and the latest app & mobile news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss a number of developments in the artificial intelligence arena including the fact that James Earl Jones has essentially retired from his Darth Vader duties and has given permission for Lucasfilm to use A.I. to create his dialogue. There is a new tool to help you find out if one of your social photos has been helping to try the A.I. engines and a big development in text to Video generated content. We’ll also be discussing a fairly new audio format that promises CD quality audio over bluetooth - have we just been settling for crappy sound up until now? Meta is being sued (again) for continuing to track it’s users - even those that opted out of tracking. All this and the latest app news! Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler talk about the impact of the recent changes made to Ethereum (aka the Merge) that will dramatically reduce the amount of energy needed use it by 99.95%. They’ll discuss the clever way that Apple was able to keep its Dynamic Island feature a secret thanks to a small Caribbean Island. Google has a big announcement coming in October but we already know most of what’s coming - are they keeping up with the competition? All this and the latest App and Mobile News. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss some of the new features available now to iPhone users when they upgrade to iOS 16 (which is out now) including some new features that may not quite work as expected if you’re interacting with others that haven’t upgraded yet. We’ll also discuss Starbuck’s new plans for their reward program that include NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and why that is a very interesting move on their part to help bring the blockchain to mainstream users. All this and the latest app and mobile news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler, along with Get Connected contributor Robin J Kavanagh, discuss all the new products and innovations announced during Apple’s Far Out Event, held this week. New Apple Watches (including a new rugged adventure watch, the Ultra, AirPod Pros and of course, the anticipated iPhone 14 series with a bunch of new features we haven’t really seen before. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss the quagmire that is art generated by artificial intelligence. Recently some AI generated art won a state fair fine art competition, sparking outrage from the other human artists. We also chat about how you can keep your company and employees safe from ransomware and phishing scams. Apple’s big iPhone event is coming up and we’ll round up the rumours from across the internet. All this and the latest app news.
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This week, Mike Agerbo is in New Orleans for Xerocon and chats with some guests about cloud based accounting software and virtual accountants for your business. John Biehler joins to discuss Cameo’s new Live Video Call service, called Events, that lets you have a live video chat with some of your favourite celebrities - for a price. Some celebs are cheaper than others. All this and the latest app & mobile news.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler chat with the folks at FuboTV about a whole lot of new content being added to their streaming platform beyond sports. We’ll talk more about our experiences with artificial intelligence generated art tools and discuss a recent report that showed that younger generations are leaving Facebook in droves (or not joining at all). Where are they going? All this and the latest app and mobile news.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss Samsung’s Unpacked 2022 event and the new products they announced this week including the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, a new watch and earbuds. We’ll also talk about the latest on the ongoing saga of Freedom Mobile being sold to Quebecor as part of the Rogers/Shaw merger. Our favourite travel debit card, Wise is back with some new features for Canadian travellers and we’ll chat about how Greenland is currently experiencing a bit of a goldrush for rare earth minerals used in the production of many electronics we use today thanks to Climate Change. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss the return of Winamp after going away like Windows XP. Many people are using an app to track celebrities and their private jets - is this a privacy concern? We also chat about a report that shows that the anti-piracy ads before movies and DVDs in the early 2000s actually compelled people to pirate content even more. All this and the latest app news. Can't get enough of the App Show and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the App Show podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss more technology on the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler talk about the latest fallout from the recent Rogers network outage and what they are doing to prevent it from happening again. ArriveCAN isn’t going away anytime soon and has been causing a lot of issues at border entry points across the country - and it’s going to be used for more than COVID tracking. We also take a look at the newly available Spybuster app for iOS that can determine if any of your apps are sending personal information to servers in Russia. Lastly, we discuss the burgeoning connected vehicle data market where companies are making millions of dollars by selling your vehicular data, likely without your knowledge. All this and the latest App news.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler share their thoughts on the credits Rogers is offering its customers after the recent outage. We take a look at MidJourney, a new artificial intelligence bot that can create art just from some text based prompts and we chat with our good friend Brian Jackson (Infotech Reseach Group) about Google retiring their conversational actions because nobody was using them.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler chat with Eric Gilbert-Willams, host of the City DAO podcast and is behind Meme.Market. Eric gives us the low down on the current state of crypto and bitcoin, NFTs and even how you can create your own crypto coin. We also discuss if crypto should be considered an investment opportunity.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler along with Graye Williams, discuss a recent experience with the Starlink satellite internet service, Apple has announced a new Lockdown mode coming with iOS 16 and Ventura. We’ll also talk about a way to take your online presentations to a whole new level with Mmmhmm….yes, that’s its name!
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss some updates coming to the ArriveCAN app, just when we thought it was going away. We’ll also talk with the person behind Amazon’s DeepRacer program - a fantastic way for students (of all ages) to learn how to program for machine learning by training autonomous remote control cars - both virtual and actual scale models. Mike & John also share their experiences with the Airalo eSIM service while traveling and even Robin shares his experience with the eSIM while traveling in Europe. All this and the latest app/mobile news.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler are in Las Vegas for a special edition of The App Show where we have a chat with Clint Crosier, Director, Aerospace and Satellite Solutions at Amazon Web Services to find out how Amazon is using their Cloud services to help facilitate some pretty amazing developments in Space. Clint is a retired Major General who helped found what we now as the Space Force, was instrumental in the deployment of the GPS system that literally everyone on the planet uses in some form. He’s got some fantastic stories to share with us.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss a new way to potentially save you hundreds of dollars a year on roaming fees while everyone gets back to travelling. We also talk with the creator of a new app that aims to help solve one of the age old problems - household chores, by assigning points to tasks to ensure all family members are pulling their weight along with incentivizing some of those activities with rewards. We say goodbye to Internet Explorer after 25 years and we take a look at how augmented reality can help you decide which shoes you might want to purchase, right from your smartphone.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss all the news from Apple’s big developer conference, WWDC 2022, including all the new features coming this fall to iOS 16, iPadOS 16, Watch OS9 and MacOSX Ventura. They also announced the new M2 chip that will be coming to a new Macbook Air and 13” MacBook Pro in July.
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This week, on The App Show: Rogers/Shaw deal on hold. 30 years since the Apple Newton. A story about "Marble Madness 2". Digital Chinese currency stirring backlash in the US.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler share some useful tips for your iOS device that you might not have heard of or tried before. We’ll also discuss the state of the 5G hardware ban in Canada against Huawei and ZTE along with some US Senators that want to break up the ad businesses of Facebook (Meta) and Google. All this and the latest App News.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss how some websites are capturing everything you enter into their web forms before you even hit submit. Sonos has introduced a new smart assistant into the crowded market and Netflix has told staff to quit if they disagree with the content on their platform. We’ll discuss all of this and the latest app news.
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This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss all the big announcements from Google’s big developer conference, I/O, including new phones, tablets, smart glasses and a ton of artificial intelligence upgrades to some of your favourite software. We also talk about the latest updates from the Rogers/Shaw merger and how the Competition Bureau wants to block the sale of Freedom Mobile and we’ll discuss the reasons why cryptocurrency has crashed in value this week along with the week’s App News.
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Along with the latest app and mobile news, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler discuss Apple’s new DIY repair program and what it might mean to the average person. They now offer specialty tools for rent to do those repairs. Would you like to repair your own device(s)? Graye Williams also joins us to discuss what cold storage wallets are in the crypto space and why you might want to get one.
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This week, along with the week in app news, Mike Agerbo & John Biehler take a look at the prototype Google Pixel Smartwatch that was found in a restaurant and the implications of losing such an important unreleased product. We also discuss the short life of CNN’s paid streaming service, CNN+ which only lived for a few short weeks before being shut down due to lack of subscribers. The pending Rogers/Shaw merger has some people calling the process of selling of Freedom Mobile a ‘non-competitive sham’
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With more time spent at home over the past couple of years, many Canadians have jumped on the cryptocurrency bandwagon. This week, we discuss how a few helpful apps can take the complexity out of investing in crypto. GetConnected contributor, Graye Williams, joins us with a list of his trusted apps for cryptocurrency investing.
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Being cut off from the Western world didn't stop video game enthusiasts behind the Iron Curtain from creating their own video games. This week, Mike and John share how you can access and play translated versions of these classic games developed in the Eastern Bloc during the 80s and 90s.
Later in the show, we discuss Donald Trump's efforts to launch his own social network where right wing views can be shared freely after being banned from popular networks, like Twitter and Facebook.
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The biggest consumer electronics show of the year, CES never disappoints. After a virtual-only event last year, the show was in full swing in Las Vegas this past week. We traveled down to bring you the latest in mobile technology, including health tech accessories and so much more. Tune in to find out what made an impression on us this year.
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We had a lot to say about mobile technology in 2021 and to celebrate the new year, we're sharing some of our favourite discussions. Find out why you should download and use an authenticator app in 2022 and how Canada's controversial Bill C-10 could impact freedom of speech.
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It's been an action-packed year for cryptocurrencies. Joined by crypto expert Michael Vogel, we look at some of the year's defining events from gains and losses to the rise of NFTs. We also discuss the role Elon Musk has played in getting people interested in crypto.
Later in the show, we review our favourite and most-used apps of 2021. Tune in for a look at some of our unexpected favourites.
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With the release of the new iOS 15.2 for mobile devices, Apple will help you protect your digital legacy. Digital legacy expert Angela Crocker joins Mike and John this week to discuss why this new feature is so important.
Later in the show, we continue with our holiday gift guide packed with the hottest earbuds and wearables of the year.
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Last week, we eased into our holiday tech gift guide with our smartphone picks of the year. This week, we'll look at the best tablets across price points and operating systems.
Wish you could use your iOS apps on your computer? Now you can! John shares how you can take advantage of a new feature that gives you access to select iOS apps on your MacBook.
We also look at the best iOS apps of the year according to Apple. We'll share our thoughts on the tech giant's annual App Store Awards winners for 2021. Find out if they're worth checking out!
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In their latest app update, DuckDuckGo has introduced a new feature that will protect you from being tracked by apps on your Android device. Peter Dolanjski, Product Director at DuckDuckGo joins Mike and John to discuss the new tool, called App Tracking Protection, and how it can help you protect your privacy.
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If you've been following along as food delivery apps have risen in popularity, you might have already heard that they suffer from a flawed business model. This week, we explore the latest deals Uber Eats has struck to offer delivery for flower shops and cannabis stores. Is the popular delivery app just grasping at straws or will it finally become profitable? Mike and John discuss.
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Recently, an iPhone X went up on eBay as the first USB-C phone attracting over 100 bids. Eventually, it sold for over $86,000 USD. We discuss why anyone would pay this much for an older model iPhone and what it took to modify the phone in this way.
Earlier in the episode, we let you in on some of the lesser-known features introduced in iOS 15 and how they can help you get more out of your iPhone. We also talk about some of the issues Google Pixel 6 are experiencing with the new phone.
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Sending and receiving money internationally has always been pricy and loaded with hidden fees. We explore what makes it so expensive and how the Wise app and website can help keep your costs down and make the process more efficient.
Earlier in the show, fellow tech expert Ted Kritsonis joins us to offer his thoughts on what you should look for in a pair of Bluetooth earbuds. Spoiler alert: you should look for more than audio quality.
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It was a big week in tech with announcements from a lot of the major technology brands: Apple, Google, Samsung, Microsoft, Huawei, and even Facebook. From the Google Pixel 6 to Huawei's updated line of smart watches to Apple's newest MacBook and Microsoft's Surface Duo 2 folding phone, we recap the week's announcements and share our first impressions.
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With replica electronics appearing on many popular websites like AliExpress and DHgate, a lot of people are wondering: are they worth it? More importantly, should you purchase them? We were as intrigued as you are, so we ordered some. In this episode, we discuss our experience with replica technology and offer our thoughts on the potential pitfalls of investing in these devices.
We're also joined by Paul Greenberg, of Creatubbles to discuss how anyone can learn the basics of creating a video game by playing their new game, Super Code Strike. Find out how this innovative new app, available now in the Apple App Store, makes learning a happy byproduct of fun!
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This week, Apple unveiled its newest mobile devices, including the iPhone 13. Stealing the show, the new iPad Mini might just be a contender to replace your laptop, but is it worth the price tag? We share our initial impression of both devices and discuss what sets apart from popular Android competitors.
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As we continue to work through COVID-19 pandemic, we're seeing a new wave of innovation. Now, a team of Canadian researchers has developed a way to detect COVID-19 infections by analyzing cough sounds through a smartphone and desktop app. Speaking to the lead researcher, Dr. Emad Mohammed, we learn how this new application could become an important tool as e move toward the new normal.
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Ever wonder why your smartphone's alarm snooze function gives you just 9 extra minutes of sleep? It turns out the answer dates back to the 1950's. Find out how early alarm clocks still influence how technology wakes us up today, and what you can do to catch a few more ZZZs in the morning.
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Every year, 2000 people get lost while exploring Canada's backcountry. Now, a British Columbia man who leads the Coquitlam, British Columbia Search and Rescue team has created an app that can help save those who are lost while hiking and enjoying nature. Creator of the Overdue app Steve Chapman joins us to share how the app works and why he believes it could save lives.
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Recently, the Google One VPN service was rolled out to Canada and six other countries. Google's Bruno Todescan joins us this week as we explore how the service secures your online traffic wherever you're using your Android device. Whether you're on a public Wi-Fi network or using mobile data, Google One's VPN technology protects your privacy and keeps your device secure.
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This week, Samsung unveiled two new foldable devices going all in on taking foldable technology mainstream. With a lower starting price point than its previous devices, the tech giant has made this year's releases more accessible to consumers. We share our first impressions and what you can expect from the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G.
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As some of the biggest smartphone manufacturers prepare to announce new devices, we discuss rumours, release dates, and make some predictions. We explore how life after Android will look for Huawei smartphones and the exciting new chip technology going into Google's Pixel line. We also dive into Samsung's folding and Galaxy Note lines.
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For individuals struggling with mental health and addiction, getting help might feel daunting at best and, in the face of a global pandemic, simply impossible. However, technology and smartphone apps are opening new avenues for getting help. This week, Toronto-based technology expert Ted Kritsonis joins us to discuss how technology can play a role in giving everyone access to help. He also shares several options for smartphone apps that can support individuals with mental health concerns and addictions.
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As subscription-based gaming is on the rise, but some of these services can be confusing. Toronto-based technology expert, Ted Kritsonis, joins us to demystify streaming gaming subscriptions and to talk specifically about PlayStation Now. Find out how these services work, how you can get the most out of them, and what to look out for.
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Was Canada's COVID Alert app effective? University of Toronto infectious control epidemiologist, Colin Furness, joins Mike and John to talk about the app and how successful it was in slowing the spread of COVID-19. He discusses the challenges in contact tracing and how the app fell short in addressing them. He also shares what might have worked to help us conduct contact tracing and slow the spread of the pandemic in Canada.
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This past week, Apple hosted its first virtual-only Worldwide Developer Conference, announcing some big updates to iOS and WatchOS. We recap what we're most excited about in iOS 15, including digital keys and big changes to FaceTime. We'll also discuss new health features coming to WatchOS that will help us lead healthier post-pandemic lives.
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As technology advances, it continues to create new opportunities for new solutions in health and wellness. This week, we explore a new service available to Canadians through TELUS Health. Juggy Sihota, VP of TELUS Consumer Health, joins Mike and John to discuss how TELUS has partnered with Apple to offer 24/7 monitoring to individuals with health concerns using the Apple Watch.
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Two factor authentication is becoming increasingly popular as a way to secure accounts. However, many users have found the process to be confusing and, at times, challenging. Find out why authenticator apps are becoming increasingly popular and why they might offer a better way to secure your accounts.
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Last year, Google cancelled its annual developer conference. This year, Google I/O was in full swing with several big announcements. We recap what's new from the technology giant, and what it means for Android users. Brian Jackson, Research Director at Info-Tech Research Group, joins us to lend his thoughts.
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As federal MPs in Ottawa review a proposed Rogers and Shaw merger, experts weigh in on how the move would affect wireless competition in Canada. Law professor and legal expert, Michael Geist, who appeared before the committee, joins Mike and John to discuss the implications of the deal for competition and wireless prices.
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With Bill C-10, the Liberal government is seeking to regulate online content, but a new amendment gives the CRTC the power to regulate user-generated content uploaded to social media. University of Ottawa Law Professor, Michael Geist, joins Mike and John to discuss how this amendment to the bill could infringe upon our right to free expression.
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At its first product launch even of the year, Apple unveiled a new generation of the iPad Pro this week. With a powerful new chip, this iPad will give your laptop some solid competition. But, is it worth the price tag? Ted Kritsonis joins Mike and John to unpack the merits of the newest addition to the Apple iPad family.
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NFTs have been a hot topic in the art world recently but they're also changing the fan experience for sports enthusiasts. On this week's episode, we speak with tech expert and sports enthusiast, Brian Jackson about how NBA Top Shot is changing the fan experience for NBA lovers. Find out how fans can own and collect the biggest moments in the NBA thanks to NFTs and Top Shot.
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As NFTs go from niche to mainstream, a new app, called S!NG, is putting the power back in the hands of creators. Mike and John speak with Chief Product Officer, Raine Maida, about the unique way the app allows creators to take control of their intellectual property using blockchain technology. As the lead singer of popular Canadian rock band, Our Lady Peace, Raine offers valuable insight on the app and NFTs from an artist's perspective.
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Recently, Apple released an iOS update with an important patch for a security update. If, like many of us, you're reluctant to update your phone's operating system right away, you'll want to tune into this week's show. Graham Williams joins hosts Mike and John to discuss why it's important to update your smartphone's operating system as soon as updates are released.
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This week, OnePlus announced their new OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro smartphones. AJ Vickery joins Mike and John to discuss the new phones and their standout features. Are these new smartphones worth a look? Tune in to find out!
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Rogers is set to acquire Shaw in a $26 billion deal that's already been approved by regulators. Welcoming Carmi Levy, tech expert and analyst, we discuss how the acquisition will affect Canadian consumers and their wireless service bills.
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Apple's Find My feature has offered users a convenient way to find their lost and stolen devices, but the feature has been known to exploited to track and unsuspecting users. This week, Graham Williams joins us as we discuss a new safety feature that may be coming to Apple devices to prevent users from being tracked.
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Canadians pay some of the highest wireless service rates in the world. The Liberal government has promised a reduction in of 25% over two years, but are plans really becoming more affordable? Graham Williams joins us to discuss.
Later in the show, we recommend alternatives to LastPass as reports of privacy concerns surface about the popular password manager.
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The hottest new social media app, Clubhouse is exploding in popularity amid COVID-19 lockdowns. As the app enjoys explosive growth, privacy and security concerns are coming to light. Mike and John speak to a security expert from Info-Tech Research group to find out what you need to know before you use the popular app.
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SIM swapping scams are on the rise across Canada. Find out how criminals execute this particularly invasive cybercrime, what to look for and how you can protect yourself. Joining Mike and John to discuss this is tech expert Carmi Levy of Info-Tech Research Group.
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Ever wonder how much information you're giving away when you search using a web browser? Ted Kritsonis joins us for the first half of this week's show to explain how various popular browsers track your data on the internet. He also suggests browser alternatives that protect your privacy and data.
Later in the show, Tasia Custode joins us to talk about the new social networking app, called Clubhouse, taking the internet by storm. Find out what all the fuss is about and whether you should rush out to get an invite.
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In preparation for Drink Wine Day coming up on February 18th, we speak with wine expert, Leeann Froese about the best wine apps. Find out why you should use a wine app and learn how to track your favourite wines and find new ones.
Mike and John also speak with Ben Cooper from Vancouver Mural Festival about how his team is using an app to make the festival more accessible to everyone/
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This month, the Competition Bureau launched their Switch Week campaign offering Canadians practical tips on how to save on their telecommunications, banking, and insurance services. Deputy Commissioner of the Competition Bureau, Anthony Durocher, joins Mike and John to discuss the campaign and offer you tips to save on your services.
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Wearables and fitness tech are incredibly popular for consumers but what about professional athletes? Sage Watson, Canadian Olympic Hurdler, joins us this week to talk about how she uses fitness tech to support her training. Sage shares some of her favourite fitness tech features and even offers some training tips for those of us just starting out on our fitness journey.
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In this week's episode, we cover talk about the hottest mobile tech from the first-ever virtual CES. Amid the biggest tech event of the year, Samsung hosted their Unpacked event announcing a new line of Galaxy S21 mobile devices. Don't miss our first impressions of the the new line!
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CES 2021 starts Monday and this week's episode is packed with predictions about what we'll see at this year's show! For over two decades, the year's most innovative technology has been introduced at the annual Consumer Electronics Show. Traditionally hosted in Las Vegas, this year's event may be virtual but we still expect to see the year's coolest consumer tech. Ted Kritsonis joins us as we discuss our predictions about the mobile devices and technology we expect will be announced.
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If you received a new smartphone over the holidays, we can help you set it up the right way. On this week's show, Mike and John discuss the most important steps you need to take to set up your device securely. We also talk about how you can improve your experience by deleting pre-installed apps and downloading some new ones. Covering both Android and iPhone devices, we'll help you get the most out of your new smartphone in 2021.
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This year has been challenging for many of us. To help us kick 2021 off with fun and optimism, we share some great mobile apps compiled by the experts at the Apple App Store. Discover a new hobby, find a new way to connect with loved ones, and enjoy new forms of entertainment all on your mobile device.
We also discuss Apple's new privacy policy, what Facebook thinks of it and how all of this affects you.
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Education is changing rapidly and technology plays a big role in shaping it. This month, we celebrated Computer Science Education Week and in honour of that, we speak with an educator committed to teaching kids how to code in Ontario. Brent Yacoback tells us about the importance of learning how to code and how it gives students a leg up in other areas of academic work.
We also touch base with local Vancouver restaurateur, Brandon Grosutti, to get an update on his new at-cost food delivery service, FromTo. As lockdowns continue, Brandon and his team are committed to helping restaurants thrive by offering a delivery service with a sustainable pricing model.
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Gifting a smartphone this holiday season? Then you'll want to listen to this episode where we review the best smartphones of the year. With the help of Ted Kritsonis, we discuss the hottest iOS and Android devices of the year to help you make a purchasing decision.
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Photos with Santa are a little more challenging in 2020 but one Winnipeg Mom has created an app to help you bring Santa to your living room. We welcome app creator, Sharon Knutson, to the show to discuss how her augmented reality powered app is making it possible for families to get photos with Santa in the comfort of their own homes.
Later in the show, we talk about some hot mobile devices from Huawei with guest Paul Dayco.
Don't miss next week's show where we'll discuss the hottest smartphone gifts for the holiday season.
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As we shop online during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday rush, it can be easy to forget that staying safe online is just as important as staying safe in real life. This week, we're taking a look at the worst passwords of 2020 and offering our expert advice on staying safe throughout the shopping season.
Later in the show, we're opening the mailbag and answering your app, mobile and smartphone related questions.
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The pandemic has impacted countless jobs across Canada. But can Canadians get back to work and do it safely with the help of technology? Find out how Staffy, an app designed for the hospitality sector, has pivoted to help unemployed Canadians across several industries connect with employers. Next, we look at CANATRACE, an app helping small businesses easily and efficiently implement contact tracing.
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Black Friday might be a little different this year but you can still take advantage of some great deals. We get some practical strategies on getting ready for one of the biggest shopping days of the year from the CEO of Flipp, an app that gives you access to thousands of deals from over 2,000 stores.
The hosts review the new Apple iPhone mini and we look at a new app from TD that helps Canadians reach their investment goals.
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With growing concerns about the health of our planet, technology companies are starting to pay attention to sustainable design and production. This week, we speak with an up-and-coming smartphone maker that's on a mission to make smartphones more sustainable. CEO of Teracube, Sharad Mittal, joins us to talk about the company's newest sustainable smartphone, the 2e.
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With promises of faster network speeds and improved reliability, 5G has been a hot topic lately. But is being on a 5G network really that different? Mike and John share about their experience with 5G.
Graham Williams also joins us to talk about HomeBridge, the solution that runs on any computer and bridges the gap between Apple HomeKit and other hardware devices. If you're looking for hardware support for your smart home devices and you have an Apple ecosystem set up at home, you won't want to miss this!
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While many Canadians are passing on Halloween festivities this year, the big day needn't be dull. Bring back the Halloween spirit with our roundup of the best Halloween apps for users of all ages. Mike and John also share their first impressions of the year's hottest smartphone, the Apple iPhone Series 12. Is it worth the upgrade?
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This week, Apple held its last event of 2020, announcing the iPhone series 12. But is this version worth upgrading to? We take a deeper look at the iconic smartphone and its most promising features.
Ted Kritsonis joins us later in the show to discuss another iconic smartphone, the new Google Pixel. Will this smartphone measure up for Android lovers?
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On this week's episode of the App Show, Mike and John spend some time discussing a new scam that takes advantage of consumers who trade in their Apple products for recycling. Find out how enterprising third party resellers are refurbishing these technology gadgets and reselling them.
John also shares a little bit about his passion for 3D printing with an introduction to some great 3D modeling apps: Tinkercad and Fusion 360.
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Many Canadians are experiencing anxiety about heading back to school but technology can help us with the transition. We speak with Clear360 about their app and how it helps schools and organizations implement public health recommendations.
We also speak with the runner up of the Canadian National James Dyson award, a startup called Scope, about its revolutionary camera technology.
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This week, Samsung added yet another phone to its flagship Galaxy smartphone line. We discuss the brand new Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, or Fan Edition and where it fits into the Galaxy lineup.
Fellow tech nerd Ted Kritsonis joins us to review YouTube's subscription service. Is it really worth it?
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We talk about this week's Apple Event, covering the new Apple Watch Series 6 and Watch SE. From new blood oxygen, or O2, tracking to the brighter always-on display, we talk about the coolest features of the new lineup.
We also speak with Matercard about the technology they've developed to enable retailers to create unattended stores offering shoppers a convenient and contactless experience through the pandemic and beyond.
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This week, we speak with Julie MacDonell, Co-Founder and CEO of Heirlume, about joining Google's Startups Accelerator. Find out how Heirlume is helping businesses by making the trademark process fast and affordable.
Ted Kritsonis joins us again to talk about the new Kobo subscription service. Is it really worth it? Finally, the hosts discuss the differences between 4G and 5G.
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No stranger to conflict with app developers, Apple is involved in another epic battle. This time with game creator Epic Games. We chat with our friend and video game nerd, Victor Lucas, about the feud and its implications on the mobile games landscape and users.
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Shaw shook up the mobile services market a few weeks ago with its announcement of its new mobile plans for Shaw Internet subscribers. The ISPs prices for these plans are unbeatable but are they really worth it? Is the service reliable? John and Mike discuss their experience with Shaw Mobile over the past several weeks.
In honour of back to school, we also chat with an app developer who has created a new app to help eliminate student debt. Learn about the unique technology.
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We're talking all about electric vehicles this week! The hosts chat about essential apps that every electric vehicle, or EV, owner should download. We also look at EV dongles, which help you monitor and understand your battery health.
Want to know more about EVs, download this week's episode of GetConnected radio.
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On this week's show, we speak with a Canadian company that's making it possible for low vision individuals to see with the help of smart glasses. We also chat with fellow tech nerd, Ted Kritsonis, about Alexa coming to more GM vehicles in Canada. London Drugs joins us to talk about an initiative to help curb tech waste.
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In a must-listen episode for Android users, Ted Kritsonis joins us to discuss Samsung's first-ever virtual product announcement: Samsung Unpacked. We unpack all the announcements form the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 to Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra and the Galaxy Z Fold2.
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With the UK ban on Huawei, there's an opportunity for an open 5G approach where telecommunications companies leverage solutions from a range of manufacturers to create the perfect solution. We speak with HP's Enterprise division about their new 5G lab and how they're supporting the move towards open 5G
We also learn about the best apps for budgeting during COVID-19 and Alexa's newest features.
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This week, Canada's contact tracing app became available for beta testing. We speak with Dr. Emily Seto, Assistant professor of Health Informatics at Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation at the University of Toronto about the potential barriers to adoption for this technology.
John also gives us some thoughts on how to get the best price for your internet service. Hint: you'll need to shop around.
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Adrian Solgaard, CEO and Founder of Solgaard, joins us to discuss the company's latest Kickstarter campaign funding their newest line of mobile accessories. Constructed from ocean plastics, these devices are not just innovative but environmentally friendly. We learn about the road to producing these devices in a sustainable manner. We also speak with Jen Leger, CEO and Founder of Quber, about how the app will help Canadians save.
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Plenty of apps help us navigate outdoors but how do we get around indoors? We talk about how tech giants have agreed on a new indoor mapping data format to enable us to navigate indoor public spaces and how this will make the world more accessible for low vision and blind individuals. We also look at how to up your Instagram game with the help of a few mobile photo editing apps. Finally, we explore the hottest new messaging app, Signal, and why it's dethroning Facebook Messenger.
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Home audio expert and fellow geek, Ged Smyth, gives us an introduction to spatial audio and Dolby Atmos. We talk about why all of this is important for the new Apple AirPods. John Biehler tells us about his first impressions of iOS 14 Beta and we talk Canadian made apps in honor of Canada Day.
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As employees return to work, a new app is using Bluetooth technology to help keep employees safe. We speak with Paul Stringer, Mobile Practice Lead at Equal Experts, the company behind the app.
We also talk about this week's Apple WWDC 2020 event. Catch up on all the big announcements you missed from the tech giant's event, from news about apps to updates to their flagship gadgets.
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