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My first CBC News story
Earlier this week, I was contacted by CBC News to see if I’d be interested in talking on camera (as a technology expert) about various bluetooth devices and handsfree technology on the market. The reason for the story was the new law which goes into effect in British Columbia as of January 1st, 2010 where…
What’s on the Apple TV?
I’ve been looking for a better way to use my HDTV lately. The Xbox360 (and XBox 1 running XBMC) I currently have works fine but the biggest issue I have with it, when watching any kind of media is how loud it is. Specifically the fan(s) inside it and the (now obsolete) HDDVD drive. It’s…
The Indoor Kids win!
As if there was any doubt that the Blogger team would win CBC’s Test the Nation. Check out Rebecca (aka Miss604) on national tv talking about her blog and podcast: Get the full scoop and pictures on her blog. Way to go Bloggers! Note to YouTube: I hate your videostill chooser thingy….it is teh suck….
Skip commercials and listen to Podcasts on your TiVo
This has been around for awhile but figured it was a good idea to mention since a few friends have joined the TiVo ranks lately now that you can actually buy the units in Canada. You can easily check out your favorite podcasts on your TiVo simply by adding it’s feed url to the Podcaster…
TiVo now available in Canada at retail stores
(or it will be very soon) I’ve had a TiVo (or three) running in Canada for a couple of years now so the news that they will finally be available at retail here is great news. A lot of friends have expressed interest in getting a TiVo but they usually balk at it when they…
The Lab with Leo 100th Episode Celebration
Just got home from a fun evening out at the Alibi Room in Gastown. It was a fan meetup of sorts to celebrate the 100th episode of the Lab with Leo Laporte which is shot in Vancouver. I’ve been a fan of Leo’s work since the early days of the Screensavers and was actually in…