Now that the New Year is almost here, it is time to talk about what happened this year. Well, we know the big movie news, Star Wars Episode VII was released. I also learned that Betamax was dead. Should I be surprised? BlackBerry had this new Android phone known as The Priv. We all celebrated Back to the Future II Day back in October. Apparently, … [Read more...] about All the big tech and Gadget News from 2015!
Archives for December 2015
All the Gadgets that I reviewed in 2015!
Okay, with New Years Day is quickly approaching, and it is time for me to do my year in review as I become very impressed at the gadget that I reviewed for the year. This particular iRig Acoustic from IK Multimedia is sure unique! This SEIDIO LUMA case for the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus can make the iPhone glow. We also reviewed the STM Atlas Wallet Case for the same … [Read more...] about All the Gadgets that I reviewed in 2015!
myCharge HubPlus
After New Year's Day, I will be heading to Las Vegas, and I could be using something like the myCharge HubPlus. I had a chance to try it out as a little bonus Christmas present. This is the Rechargeable 6000mAh portable charger from myCharge, and it is something that I have reviewed before with the mobile battery. In this case, the HubPlus has retractable prongs to it … [Read more...] about myCharge HubPlus
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Home, a kid’s movie that adults can appreciate
I might be a little late on this film, but it does take place during Christmas. I was not excited to see this film, and the only reason why I saw it was because it is free on Netflix. The ads for it did not look good, because I thought it was another "child meets alien" story like E.T., The Iron Giant, Lilo and Stitch, and Earth to Echo. The trailers for this film did … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Home, a kid’s movie that adults can appreciate
Special Holiday Speculative Fiction Saturday Comes Early with Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Unleashed
I have mentioned more than enough times how I wasn't certain if I wanted to see Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens. Of course I was planning to see it because, well, it's Star Wars, and I grew up with it. As it so happens, the other site that I write for, The Gospel Herald, wanted me to write about it. You can read what I wrote about it here, but there is a warning … [Read more...] about Special Holiday Speculative Fiction Saturday Comes Early with Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Unleashed
Christmas goes too far at Boston Dynamics?
Okay, I'm not certain when Christmas decorating goes out of control. Personally, I think technology can really do a number with some Christmas lights, as you've probably seen that cool house that is decorated to flash to "Wizards In Winter". I have reported about Boston Dynamics before, and they are famous for making the four legged Wildcat robot. Think of them as … [Read more...] about Christmas goes too far at Boston Dynamics?
Our Review of the iRig Acoustic from IK Multimedia
I have to admit that IK Multimedia's products are usually a very niche product, and the iRig Acoustic is the first acoustic guitar mobile microphone/interface for acoustic players. As you can see in the image, it is essentially a guitar pick shape that clips on the guitar or other appropriate stringed instrument. It clips on very easily, and it uses this MEMS … [Read more...] about Our Review of the iRig Acoustic from IK Multimedia
Speculative Fiction Saturday: A Nightmare Before Christmas
Considering that Christmas is coming up, I figure I should probably review a speculative fiction Christmas movie. Something that I realized the other day that a lot of Christmas stories have nothing to do with Christmas. I mean, if you think about It's a Wonderful Life, it really is about a guy who realizes that everyone has a destiny. The story just happens to take place on … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: A Nightmare Before Christmas
SEIDIO LUMA Case makes the iPhone Glow!
SEIDIO has put out a lot of terrific products in the past, and I had a chance to try out the LUMA cases. I have to admit that the LUMA could just be another case, but as my title says, it makes the iPhone glow. Just to let you know, that "makes the iPhone glow" isn't an official tagline of the product, but it probably should be. What happens is that you have to go into … [Read more...] about SEIDIO LUMA Case makes the iPhone Glow!
Lets’ Talk Television, and Why It Is Dead
So, does anyone remember when after 8, you made plans to watch TV. Sure, you could have taped it, but even with VCRs, people still watched TV. Now, who needs that? Why should I watch a show when "they" want me to? Not only is there TiVo, but ways to stream shows after they air. What is so funny is that I can't think of any show that I just can't wait to watch. That … [Read more...] about Lets’ Talk Television, and Why It Is Dead
Why I Could Miss “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”
Okay, I think that we all know that Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens is coming this week. I suppose this is the landmark movie release of the year, and it will make a whole lot of money. To me, I don't know if I wanted it. I've probably said this before a year ago, and if I missed it, I'm not certain if I would be too upset. Granted, it won't look as good on the … [Read more...] about Why I Could Miss “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”
Apple Watch can work with a GoPro, will Apple buy GoPro?
There is a new Apple Watch compatibility application that allows the watch to control GoPros. That's right, imagine controlling one of those cool cameras that everyone has to have. This application will allow GoPro users to record videos, preview shots, and adding "HiLight" bookmarks. This has allows a lot of videos to show up on YouTube done with Apple Watches. You … [Read more...] about Apple Watch can work with a GoPro, will Apple buy GoPro?
The “Orange and Teal” Effect on Most Movies
I was visiting a friend the other day, and we were having a conversation about current movies and TV, and he discussed how upset he was at the "Orange and Teal" effect on the show Gotham. I don't watch Gotham, because I usually don't watch Batman shows that don't have Batman in them. My friend warned me about having my eyes open to "Orange and Teal", and I can see why. … [Read more...] about The “Orange and Teal” Effect on Most Movies
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Her
This film is just very interesting, and it is one that honestly doesn't deserve the "speculative fiction" label. The story is about a man who is very lonely and develops a relationship with an operating system on his computer and smartphone. I believe that I actually talked about this film earlier this week. Okay, this story, told by Spyke Jonze, a director who has done … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Her
Our Review of Kung Fu Panda Showdown of Legendary Legends
I was quite pleased to try out Little Orbit and Dreamworks Kung Fu Panda: Showdown of Legendary Legends. Yes, that redundancy of that tile is deliberate. I will be honest in saying that I'm not really into brawler games. When I showed Showdown of Legendary Legends to my son, he compared it to Super Smash Brothers. I suppose that is the biggest thing to compare it to, … [Read more...] about Our Review of Kung Fu Panda Showdown of Legendary Legends