At CES Unveiled 2026, Matthew Ungar, Marketing Manager for Govee shows off the company’s newest smart lighting and home innovations. Highlights include LumaBlend Plus for richer color control, dynamic ceiling lights that mimic natural skies, an AI lighting assistant, and a nugget ice maker designed to bring restaurant-style convenience into the home.
At CES Unveiled 2026 in Las Vegas, Carrie Kessenich, Director of Brand Management for FeatherSnap talks about about their smart bird feeders that automatically captures photos and video of visiting birds. The system identifies species and delivers wildlife moments straight to your phone, turning backyard birdwatching into a modern, connected experience.
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, we kicked off the event we talked to Dana Reese of Tactacam, who gave us the highlights of the DEFEND a fully cellular security camera system that skips Wi-Fi and wiring for quick setup. Their app sends alerts and lets you request a photo, capture video, or jump into live view. Power is supplied by a solar panel and weather-ready battery, and offers subscription plans.
https://youtu.be/9I5WoInvNAc Reactions to ChatGPT’s voice mode disappearing from the macOS app, debates about why it happened, and how it impacts their use are provided by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio,...
A festive panel discussion dives into drone restrictions impacting DJI, Italy’s fine against Apple over app tracking prompts, and whether the U.S. will retaliate against EU tech enforcement. The group debates privacy, evidence, and financial motives, with plenty of holiday banter and Festivus grievances along the way.
David Ginsburg outlines how Apple gear fits in modern IT: secure deployment with Jamf and Apple Business Manager, coexistence with Azure/Intune, device lifecycle and ROI, and when iPads shine for field work. They weigh cloud trade-offs, M-series longevity, and the rise of web apps and Microsoft 365 in mixed fleets.
Jeff Carlson returns to share insights from his updated digital storage guide, exploring NAS, SSDs, direct-connect solutions, and memory cards. He explains practical pros and cons, touches on backup strategies, and highlights security issues. Jeff also discusses his new role at CNET, where he covers mobile technology and photography, including testing the Pixel 10 Pro XL’s AI-powered zoom.
Jeff Carlson breaks down modern storage: SSD vs HDD and NVMe, when Thunderbolt 5 is worth it, APFS essentials, cable pitfalls, and smarter backup plans. Plus iOS/iPadOS support for external drives, NAS pros and cons, and why SD cards aren’t a universal fix. Practical tips to protect your data and your budget.
Google escapes a breakup in its antitrust case but must share limited data, while Apple secures billions from its Google search deal. The panel debates whether antitrust remedies punish innovation, investor responses, and the rise of AI assistants on smart TVs—plus Clippy’s odd return as a protest symbol.
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner return with another TV Plus Talk episode to explore the world of Apple TV+. Recorded just before a major Apple event, they share their excitement and speculation about new iPhone announcements while setting the stage for deeper discussions on Apple’s streaming service.
In Part 3, the panel weighs iPhone 17 updates: vapor-chamber cooling, larger batteries, a widened camera deck with triple 48MP sensors, square-format capture, 3,000-nit displays, and up to 2TB storage. They compare AirPods’ translation “wow” to phones’ incremental gains, discuss creators’ workflows, and even assess Apple’s moody event production and refreshed case materials.
In part two of the panel’s Apple event coverage, discussion turns to the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra models, highlighting sleep tracking, health features, and impressive battery life. The group also examines the new iPhone Air and Pro lineup, debating design durability, camera advancements, storage options, and real-world usability. Trade-in values and upgrade choices round out the lively conversation.
The panel breaks down Apple’s latest event, highlighting new AirPods with live translation, heart rate monitoring, better noise cancellation, and fitness tracking. They also explore updates to the Apple Watch lineup, including the affordable SE3 and the powerful Ultra 3. With insights on trade-ins, sleep tracking quirks, and upgrade choices, the group weighs which new devices are worth the investment.
A PSA on TypePad’s shutdown leads to a bigger question: does a curated Apple-news hub still matter today? The panel explores MacSurfer’s beta return, comparing classic aggregation with modern RSS workflows (NetNewsWire, Feedly), topic vs site organization, search value, and daily cadence. Nostalgia meets practicality as they assess how curation shapes what we read—and what we might miss.
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