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Redefining Automation and WFH with Zapier Co-Founder Mike Knoop
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I couldn't help but geek out in this interview as I've been a @Zapier user since almost the beginning. This company has been doing "Work from Home" si...
Garmin Debuts Amazing New Smartwatches that Check off Every Box
19 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is no doubt that Garmin's new smartwatches are meant for the great outdoors. In this interview, we speak with Jon Hosler who has been designing ...
Ergonomics Play a BIG role in Kensington's Mission
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Schuiteboer Shuler is no stranger to ergonomics which is why it is her job at Kensington to make sure we're taking care of ourselves. But how? Ta...
Kensington showcases new accessories designed for Surface and Apple devices at CES
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kensington hit CES 2022 in style with some incredible ergonomic accessories that surely turned heads. From docking stations and laptop stands to new p...
Laser TV, Big Screens and Big Sound from Hisense
12 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the latest Laser TV, big screens, big sound, and even appliances from Hisense. Take a listen as we are joined by Lindsay...
An Assistive Robot from Labrador Systems - Available Now
05 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No, this isn't your run-of-the-mill robot with a head, arms, legs, and torso. The Labrador Retriever is a motorized cart that is way smarter than it s...
Targus Launches New Products at CES and We Talk to Andrew Corkill All About Them
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From Apple Find My enabled backpack to UV-C LED Disinfection - Targus pulled out all the stops at CES 2022. In this episode, we speak with Targus' And...
My First Official Ransomware Attack and What I Learnt
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last week I got a suspicious email, from myself, claiming to have been hit by Ransomware. While I do not believe any information was compromised I do ...
Vuzix Smart Glasses Wins Two CES Innovation Awards at CES 2022
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vuzix has been making smart glasses before a time when we even conceived of this idea of glasses being anything but dumb. Fast forward to 2022 and thi...
OWC's Larry O'Connor Announces new Products at CES 2022
22 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
CES 2022 may have come and gone but during the show, our friends at OWC made some very cool product announcements. Larry O'Connor, the founder, joins ...
Belkin Announces HomeKit Doorbell and new Wireless Ear Buds at CES 2022
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up with Cassie Pineda, Global Communications Manager, at Belkin International (@Belkin). We discuss the company's latest ann...
Netflix Hiking Prices in Canada and Why Airlines Are Scared of New 5G Towers
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marc Aflalo joins The Daily Edition with Matt Gurney to talk all about Netflix's latest price increase in Canada and why airlines fear new 5G towers i...
Talking All Things CES with Andrew Krystal on SiriusXM
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marc (Aflalo) joined Andrew Krystal on Krystal Nation to talk all things CES 2022. Take a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
A USB Microphone to Battle the Best - and not your wallet!
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
AKG has a rich history in the world of audio…so when they came to us with Ara, their new USB mic geared towards podcasters and creators, we couldn’...
The New Beats Fit Pro
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mitchell got his hands on the Beats Fit Pro and Marc is wondering why on earth the US it the only place you can get them! See omnystudio.com/listener...
Keeping Your Kids Safe Online With Trend Micro Family
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Keeping our kids safe while online is more than just blocking websites. How do we talk to them about online safety? How do we prepare them for the jou...
Must-Have Holiday Gadgets for your Smart Home
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many great gadgets to get this holiday season so where do we start? The smart home. Take a listen to Mitchell (Whitfield) and Marc (Aflal...
What IS the Metaverse? We translate - so you don't have to with Chris Matthieu
27 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We needed to dive into the Metaverse to figure out just what's going on now - and coming down the road. Enter Chris Matthieu - expert in all things me...
The State of Windows PC's in 2021, Daniel Rubino Joins the Conversation
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We couldn't talk PC's without bringing in the expert - Daniel Rubino is the Executive Editor of Windows Central and has been on this beat for a long t...
Why are the ports back on the new MacBook Pro?
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you think of the new MacBook Pro's from Apple? We have some thoughts including why the company has backtracked on some pretty crucial features...
Just for Laughs Group Dives into Crypto with Exclusive NFTs
20 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just for Laughs, the company behind some of the biggest comedy festivals in the world announced their plans to forge into the world of NFT's with the ...
The Roomba That Cleans Your Home Even Smarter
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
iRobot has been bringing robotic devices into our homes for more than 30 years, making us change the way we think about vacuums and floor cleaners tha...
Everything Flips and Folds with Samsung's Latest Generation 5G Smartphones
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When Samsung first introduced its mobile devices with foldable screens, many in the tech world thought it was nothing more than a tech demo and proof ...
How Microsoft HoloLens is Transforming Mercedes-Benz Service
23 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier this week we caught up with Microsoft's Sherief Ibrahim and saw a demonstration of how Microsoft's HoloLens is being used to service Mercedes-...
Can Brick and Mortar Compete with Online Retailers?
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Since the pandemic, more consumers have been shopping online than ever before; and while shopping online is more convenient, it does present issues fo...
Apple's New iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we recap Apple's California Streaming media event during which they unveiled a new iPad mini, new iPad, Apple Watch Series 7 and iPhon...
The BMW M8 GC Competition, X4 M and Cooper S Countryman ALL4
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We don't hide the fact that BMW is a favorite of ours - Marc owns a new X3 and when the weather gets nice we get the opportunity to get behind the whe...
Diving into Windows 365 - Your On Demand Cloud PC
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We got really excited when Microsoft sprung the announcement of Windows 365 on us. Your own on-demand Cloud PC streamed to any device - what a concept...
Audioshake Creates Multitrack Stems when They Never Existed Before
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the first in-person event of the year, NAMM, having just finished in Nashville we caught up with a very unique company in the audio space. Audios...
The latest in Gaming and Home Theatre Monitors with Viewsonic
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Without a decent monitor or screen gaming and content consumption can go from a tedious task to an immersive experience. Take a listen to our conversa...
Sharp Air Purifiers take on World Allergy Week
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
World Allergy Week just passed! What a great opportunity to talk about the one thing we can all do to make the air in our homes the best that it can b...
Pulling off an all-digital E3 - Stan Pierre-Louis tells us how they did it.
19 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
He is the President & CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, Stanley Pierre-Louis joins us to talk all about the all-digital edition of E3 202...
Announcing the brand new Super 73 ZX
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a Super 73 fan, I can say from personal experience that it's always big news when they announce a new bike; and not only did Super 73 co-founder Mi...
The World's Most High-Tech Water Gun
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Technology plays a huge role in all of our lives, but sometimes it’s fun just to use technology for…well, fun! Take a listen as we chat with Sebas...
Typewise uses AI to Make You Type Better
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are joined by Typewise Co-Founder and CEO David Eberle, who walks us through his Typewise app. This new keyboard replaces that on ...
Talking Super73 with Michael Cannavo
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Super73 is one of our favorite brands; partially because of the incredible electric motor bikes they make...but mostly because of the people behind th...
TCL's New 20-series 5G Phones Make a Stunning Debut
15 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we speak with TCL Mobile's Paul Dayco all about the stunning new TCL 20-series of phones. Packed with flagship features, these phones...
Diving into TCL's new XL Collection with Bruce Walker
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret that we’re big fans of TCL; it’s also no secret that while their televisions were once considered some of the best televisions “...
Board Game Storage Goes High-Tech
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve played a modern board game, you’re probably already familiar with Game Trayz - the custom inserts that keep your games nice and tidy, ma...
Ford and HP Printing Parts for new F-250 Trucks
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ford and HP have gotten together to put waste to good use. Powders and parts are being re-used and turned into parts to be used in their F-250 trucks....
Airtags, iMac's, Apple TV and More! Everything Apple Announced!
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm sure you didn't miss Apple's spring launch event - in this episode we break down all the announcements including our personal shopping lists! See...
Getting Behind the Wheel of the BMW M440i
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you listen to our show often, or not, then you'll quickly learn that we are big car buffs. We are particularly large fans of BMW's as they simply a...
Talking Mac Accessories with OWC's Larry O'Connor
28 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome back Larry O'Connor, Founder of OWC (www.macsales.com). Since the start of the year, OWC has announced some amazing docks ...
Citizen's CZ Smart Redfines What it Means to be a Smart Watch
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As much as people love their smart watches, the main complaint about them has always been that they just don’t look and feel like a traditional watc...
Talking Tech and Board Games with Jamey Stegmaier
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Technology affects every aspect of our lives…even playing board games; and thanks to technology, board-gamers all over the world were able to stay c...
A Better Kitchen and Better Food Courtesy of Sharp
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A couple of months ago we met James Sanduski (President) and Peter Weedfald (SVP Sales & Marketing) from Sharp. Then; we spoke at a very high level ab...
Security at you Fingertips Courtesy of Benjilock by Hampton
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up with our new friends Robbie Cabral, founded of the Benjilock, and Kim Kelley, Executive Chairman of Hampton Products. We ...
Opte: Tech Meets Beauty in an amazing Handheld Makeup Printer
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is being called "one of the biggest beauty innovations in decades". Opte is a handheld inkjet makeup printer that used a tiny printer and camera sy...
Panzera Founders Talk all About Their Amazing Timepieces
28 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Technology comes in many forms, and not every piece of tech has a screen, processor, or battery; case in point: watches. If you’re a watch fan, you’...
TomTom Traffic Data shows Most Congested Cities in North America
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, TomTom's Chris Sullivan joins us to open our eyes to a division of the company that does more than just in-car navigation devices. To...
Keeping your Devices Protected is Otter's Mission - Even Gaming!
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Otter is a company you are no doubt aware of! In this episode, we welcome Otter's Kristen Tatti to talk all about the new cases, and accessories, with...
Putting the Gaming into Excercise with Expresso Fitness
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What if spinning or exercising was as fun as playing a game? It can be thanks to an entirely gamified platform from Expresso Fitness. In this episode,...
Everything from Belkin, Linksys, and Wemo for 2021
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We love to catch up with old friends and Belkin, Linksys and WeMo are definitely familiar companies to YourTechReport. In this episode, we speak with ...
TCL 2021 TV's Make 8K Accessible to All
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are always excited to talk TV's especially when it's with TCL. In this episode, we speak with Bruce Walker all about the latest offerings from TCL ...
Nextbases launches world's first 4K Dash Cam
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Nextbase's Jeff Chuh joins us to talk all about dash cams and their latest releases for 2021. Including the 622GW and slew of access...
Viewsonic Unveils Stunning Displays at CES 2021
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ViewSonic introduced its latest slate of monitors and projectors for gaming, professional content creators, home entertainment, and hybrid work/play e...
Sharp Home Appliances Are Getting Smarter than Ever!
30 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is always a thrill to make new connections in this industry and you can hear the chemistry in this particular interview with Sharp. On this episode...
8K is all the rage at the CES 2021 Samsung Virtual Booth
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we speak with National Training Manager for Samsung Canada, Jeff Ingram. Jeff talks us through the all-digital CES and the latest TV ...
CTA's Rick Kowalski Talks Trends and an All-Digital CES 2021
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rick Kowalski is the Director of Industry Analysis and Intelligence for the CTA, the organizing body of CES. In this conversation, we dive into the al...
Logitech Circle View Doorbell Brings HomeKit Support, Finally!
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When the press release for Logitech's Circle View Doorbell with Apple® HomeKit landed on my desk - it was like a dream come true for smart home enthu...
Custom In Ear Monitors are More Attainable Than Ever
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ultimate Ears has been making custom-fit, in-ear monitors for professional musicians all over the world for more than 20 years; but they also make an ...
Major Ubiquiti Home Networking Upgrade
17 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You may not be familiar with the name Ubiquiti, but once you learn about their enterprise and home networking products, you’ll realize that this com...
Looking Forward to the New Xbox Consoles
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this segment of YourTechReport, Mitchell and Marc talk about the upcoming release of the Xbox Series X and Series S from Microsoft…and how these ...
iRobot Genius Home Intelligence does the Thinking So You Don't Have To
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's only one company that comes to mind when you think of a "Robot Vaccum" and that company is iRobot. In this segment, Marc and Mitchell welcome ...
iOS 14 and how @MKBHD helped make a designer over $100k
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this segment, we talk all about our favorite features in iOS 14. Plus, if you missed this story its a great one: A San Francisco designer put out a...
Apple Watch Series 6, iPad, and Microsoft's Surface Duo on this week's YourTechReport
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's edition of YourTechReport on SiriusXM we dive into Apple's recent media event. Is the Apple Watch Series 6 worth the money? What about ...
Zoho's Workplace and BackToWork tools Keep you Connected and Safe
12 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Zoho Workplace is not new to everyone but some people are just discovering it. Workplace offers context, continuity, connectivity, and collaboration a...
Belkin's Soundform Elite Hi-Fi Smart Speaker + Wireless Charger
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
More than just an incredible sounding speaker, the Belkin Soundform Elite Hi-Fi Smart Speaker has a Wireless Charger built-in! The company partnered w...
The Flagship Samsung Note 20 Ultra 5G
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 has been out in the wild for several weeks now. We had the opportunity to spend some time with this new device and here are o...
Epic vs. Apple and the World
05 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's going on with Epic and Apple and pretty much any other company that is taking a large cut of revenue - has been no secret. In this episode, Mar...
The Latest Fortnite Battle Pass: Marvel baby!
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Zachary Aflalo joins Marc and Mitchell to talk all about the latest Fortnite Battle Pass - Its Marvel-icious! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
The Latest Routers and Wifi Tech from Linksys
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we speak with Matt Keasler from Linsys. What does the company have in store for Wifi 6? Take a listen to hear about all the latest fro...
Samsung Galaxy Book Laptops Truly Set Themselves Apart from the Pack
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Samsung has unveiled some extremely sexy new laptops, and its time to see what sets them apart. Take a listen as we speak with Steven Cull and break d...
Lutron Continues to Dominate the Smart Home with New Accessories
02 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lutron has been serving smart home needs for longer than the term "smart home" has been around. In this interview, we catch up with Melissa Andresko, ...
This week on YTR Lutron Smart Home, Samsung's Latest Laptops and B2BQuotes
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of YourTechReport we speak with @Lutron's Melissa Andresko all about the latest in Lutron's connected devices! We introduce you to a n...
Diving into the Latest Smartphones from Huawei
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Huawei's Mate30 Pro has landed and we speak with Paul Dayco, Chief Technical Advisor, all about what's new and what's to come from Huawei - including ...
Your Husqvarna Automatic Lawnmower is Waiting
30 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of YourTechReport we welcome Andy Grayson, global product manager at Husqvarna to talk about their robotic lawn mowers. What are the b...
Solving Your Home Storage Dilemma with Synology
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Working from home isn't always fun - keeping track of files, documents, and spreadsheets on your own can be a larger task than at an office with centr...
Ecobee Haven Designed to Secure your Home - CEO Stuart Lombard Talks all things Ecobee
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, we speak with Stuart Lombard, CEO of ecobee. You may know them for smart thermostats but they recently released a sleek line of hom...
Grilling Tech and Why Memory is Super Important in PC Builds
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on YourTechReport we speak with the Grill Master at Weber all about prepping your grill for the summer season. Plus, Crucial memory and its ...
Working Remotely with Microsoft, Memory with Crucial and Cancelled Events
14 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Working remotely is now a reality more than ever. Microsoft's Jay Brommet joins us to talk about the benefits of Microsoft Teams. Crucial's Ryan Jacob...
Intel's AI and MOEN Smart Home Tech this week on #YourTechReport
12 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on #YourTechReport, we're excited to be welcomed by Denis Gaudreault from Intel to talk all things AI. Plus we speak with @MOEN all about th...
Silent Beacon Panic Button lets you instantly call 911 and warn loved ones
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When Kenny Kelley was a stunt man he got into a dangerous accident and couldn't find his phone - it was because of that experience that he created Sil...
Danby's Parcel Guard Intercepts Your Packages so Porch Pirates Don't
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever worried about the safety of packages left at your front door, you’ll definitely want to listen as Mitchell and Marc talk to Jim Est...
Danby Saves your packages, Silent Beacon Saves your life this week on YourTechReport
15 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week's edition of YourTechReport features the latest smartphones coming from Samsung, how to keep your packages safe with Danby Parcel Guard, an ...
Samsung Unveils Amazing Connected Home Tech
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Samsung always seems to have the biggest presence at CES…and this year was no different; and since we couldn’t get to CES this year, we wanted to ...
Kodak Introduces us to new Smart Home Devices from CES
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When we hear the name Kodak, most of us think about cameras and film from our childhood; but today, Kodak has a lot more going on than just imaging…...
Kodak, Samsung and More on This Week's YourTechReport
01 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on YourTechReport, Marc and Mitchell talk to Kodak’s Graem Millala about what the company has been doing in the Smart Home space; they als...
#CES Wrap Up - YourTechReport Jan 11-2020
12 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What could we possibly be talking about this week? #CES2020. Although Mitchell and Marc were stuck at home nursing pneumonia and colds - Steven Scott ...
Sony Knows Audio from Start to Finish
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sony is known for many things - one of which is professional audio. Take a listen as we chat with Sony's Andy Munitz all about his career with Sony fr...
Ultimate Ears Fitkit Tech Brings Custom Fit to Anyone
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ultimate Ears has been around since 1995 manufacturing custom in-ear monitors for touring musicians worldwide. Thanks to their new Fitkit technology, ...
Apple's holiday lineup is ready to go - or is it? @ReneRitchie joins us to talk all about everything Apple...
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The introduction of the new 16" MacBook Pro and upcoming MacPro put the finishing touches on Apple's holiday gift guide, but how does the new MacBook...
Ford's New Mustang EV is Getting us More and More Excited for the Battery-Powered Future
21 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When Ford unveiled their Mach-E Mustang this past week, our collective jaws dropped; not only is it a stunning piece of machinery, but its performance...
The new Motorola RAZR, 16" MacBook Pro and what does a 9-year-old want for the holidays?
16 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on YourTechReport, we dive into the resurrection of an icon, the new Motorola RAZR. Mitchell and Marc talk about the super-powerful new 16" ...
Which Apple Computer to Buy and Why? Mulling over the new Mac Pro and 16" MacBook Pro
04 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If Apple is the way you want to go to a new computer, then choosing one is becoming more and more difficult. The specifications are very similar and t...
Mavic Mini Drone from @DJI Packs a Punch at Under 250g
02 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The latest drone from @DJI is called the #Mavic Mini and weighing in at just 249g means you do not need a license to operate it. There's way more to t...
New TP-Link Archer AX6000 Router Blows our Minds - and Internet Speeds
01 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Routers are probably one of the most important pieces of kit when it comes to keeping the internet flowing at home or the office. We got our hands on ...
Virtuix Omni Arena Puts Players Into Games
31 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There's no hiding the fact that eSports is growing exponentially. Virtuix is a company that designed a "treadmill" for VR that allows players to truly...
Talking all things Surface with Windows Central's Daniel Rubino
04 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
@Microsoft turned heads with all their announcements at this week's @Surface event in New York City. Thankfully @WindowsCentral @Daniel_Rubino was on ...
New Players, Content and Everything coming to Roku - Our chat with Lloyd Klarke
19 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Roku has long been our streaming player of choice - so we get all excited when they have something new to announce. In this conversation with Lloyd Kl...