Archives for Podcasts

Join us this time as we talk about streaming TV services. This week in particular we will discuss a rather colorful steaming service “PEACOCK” with our good friend Michelle Gilbert, Vice President Public Relations, Comcast Cable Heartland Region. Of course we will also have Mike Brennan with MI Tech news and your phone calls.

Comcast wants to enable everyone to have internet access. See if you qualify for Internet Essentials at https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/comcast-broadband-opportunity-program…

This week we will look at a myriad of I T News Articles, Technologies, and take your calls. Gary will have information on how to get data so you can decide which airline is the safest for you to fly. Ed will have info on the newest iteration of Google Chrome and his unique experience with Gift Baskets of Michigan and junk mail. Cal will fill you in on T- Mobile’s offer for free MLB Streaming. Finally, M I Tech News with Mike Brennan.

Check out Gift Baskets of Michigan

https://www.giftbasketsfrommichigan.com

T-Mobile MLB offer to T-Mobile and Sprint customers

https://www.t-mobile.com/mlb…

Uncle Sam is ready to get his share this coming week. Join Gary, Ed, and Cal as we discuss tech tips for preparing your taxes this year. Get em done right! Also, Mike Brennan with MI Tech News and the I.A. Listener mailbag.

Tax Software Choices

File Federal return Free online with the IRS

https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free

File State 1040 for Free – Check your individual state

https://www.michigan.gov/taxes/0,4676,7-238-44070_46640-288774–,00.html

According to Forbes Magazine

_{The 6 Best Tax Preparation Software Companies of 2020}

• H&R Block:Best Free Option
• TurboTax:Best Expert Help
• TaxAct:Best Free Option, Runner-Up
• TaxSlayer:Best Budget Option
• Liberty Tax:Best Value for the Self-Employed
• Jackson Hewitt: Best Virtual Tax Prep from Home

Recommendations from Nerdwallet

Tax Record Electronic Backup

Encrypt it with a password you can remember.

To media – Flash Drive, CD

To Cloud – 

Make multiple copies

Most cases you have to only retain for 7 years

Make sure you keep copy of software for each year as well for retrieval purposes

Take a look at the new line of wireless chargers for cellphones and alike from Belkin

https://www.belkin.com/us/products/mobile-accessories/Chargers-&-Cables/Chargers/c/wireless-chargers/?irgwc=1&clickid=xp6Ua0TP3190SDSVksU372-EUkiU-d2JL0n4So0&utm_campaign=Online%20Tracking%20Link&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=impactradius&utm_content=ONLINE_TRACKING_LINK_214281…

Join Gary, Ed, and Cal for insightful information on getting that wifi signal out to the the yard, deck, or pool so that you can stay in touch during that holiday cookout. We will be checking the listener mailbag and of course Mik Brennan with MI Tech news.

Some helpful links for WiFi upgrades.

Here are some sources for comparing WiFi mesh systems.

https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-wi-fi-mesh-network-systems

Here is a source for comparing WiFi Routers.

https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-wifi-routers,review-2498.html

Looking for a deal on an Android based device to tie into your outside experience.https://www.amazon.com/b/?tag=georiot-us-default-20&node=11851273011&ascsubtag=tomsguide-us-1030043226888685800-20

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Join us as we discuss what has been announced during the Apple WWDC 2020. Looks like the Mac will be taking a new tack. Our listener mail and of course our weekly report from Mike Brennan of MI Tech News. Sit back and enjoy!

Here is the link to the 2020 Keynote –

Happy Father’s Day! All three of us are fathers. We will be talking about Last Minute Father’s day gifts ( other than cologne or a tie) tech gifts for that Dad in your life. Your calls and Mike Brennan with MI-Tech News.

Check out the Arlo Security Cam we spoke of during the Show here – https://www.cnet.com/news/arlo-essential-spotlight-camera-security-camera-affordable/

And the unique gifts that Gary spoke of as well –

19 Unique Gadgets That Will Make Staying At Home Easier, Ideal As Gifts

https://my-smartgadgets.com/v2/index2.php?gclid=CjwKCAjw57b3BRBlEiwA1ImytlQhS3CNlEK76q-kedJFOiQoyuDTrwpBqFFYwoMlO1GRh_AVb5jCnhoCPLkQAvD_BwE

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Ed is taking a real vacation this week but Gary and Cal will be talking about “Virtual Vacations” and how they work. Join us with our guest Tina Watson as she shares talk about her virtual vacations and also the fun of designing and playing an online game service called Kahoot. We will be taking your calls and we will have our weekly report from Mike with MI-Tech News.

Find out more about Kahoot click link below:

https://kahoot.com

It’s the holiday weekend. Join us for discussions on how you can use tech for you holiday celebrations and preparations. From Grilling to Thrilling. we will also answer you tech questions and have Mike Brennen with MI-Tech News.

Here are some interesting links

http://click.enews.pcmag.com/click/g6xi-2158q4-nc79fa-b6ux47y8/

Amazon has Apple Air Pods – down from $199.00 to $149.00

T Mobile offering iPhone SE for Free – See details at this link

https://www.t-mobile.com/news/connecting-heroes

And yet another streaming service – HBO MAX

https://www.cnet.com/news/hbo-max-discounts-launch-date-free-upgrades-prices-shows-movies-snyder-cut/

For you Windows Users

For those in the Windows Insider Program, the May 2020 Update has been available as a preview release for about a year (again, it was originally referred to as the April 2020 update, but given the coronavirus pandemic, its release was pushed back). 

The final version is expected to roll out to developers on May 12, and to mainstream users starting May 28,

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