Episodes

  • Winter tire tech with Michelin & Has Netflix's ad-supported subscriptions worked?

    Winter tire tech with Michelin & Has Netflix's ad-supported subscriptions worked?
    Nov 18 2024
    Mike is joined by tech experts Carmi Levy and Graye Williams this week to talk tech! We're talking winter tire tech this week with Michelin, and learning about the Michelin X-Ice Snow tires! We'll also learn about a cool AI tool that can upscale low resolution photos and images on our weekly Intel AI segment. Plus, did Netflix's experiment with ad supported cheaper subscriptions work? Tune in to find out!
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    56 mins
  • Tesla's free month of Supervised Full Self Driving

    Tesla's free month of Supervised Full Self Driving
    Nov 12 2024
    So much tech, so little time! Mike is joined by Graye Williams, tech expert this week. Tesla has offered all its drivers in North America a free month of Supervised Full Self Driving. Mike’s tried it out in his Model 3, and reveals the good the bad and the ugly! Exciting times in the e-reader world! Amazon has released several new Kindles, including a colour version! Mike sits down with Penny Panos, Amazon’s Head of Devices and Services to find out all the details. And finally, on the Intel Core Ultra AI Segment, Mike and Graye discuss OpenArt.AI, a super amazing tool to easily create images using your own as a base, or ones from scratch. So easy anyone can use it to create their own masterpieces.
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    31 mins
  • Is the iPhone 16 worth the upgrade?

    Is the iPhone 16 worth the upgrade?
    Oct 5 2024
    Carmi Levy joins Mike to talk about the latest tech stories this week. After a couple weeks of use, they give their opinions on the new iPhone 16. Is it worth the upgrade? You’ll be surprised at the answer. Meta has shown it’s latest concept, the Orion AR Glasses. What can they do, and will they replace the smartphone? And finally AI solves the worlds biggest problem – printing spreadsheets so they don’t print out over 20 pages.
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    27 mins
  • EU going after Meta for unfair Marketplace practices

    EU going after Meta for unfair Marketplace practices
    Sep 27 2024
    The European Union is going after Meta again for unfair Facebook Marketplace practices. Is it serious? It could cost 10% of their annual worldwide revenue if it goes badly – over 13 billion dollars. A new California bill is signed into law, forcing companies to make subscriptions just as easy to quit as it is to sign up! Will it spread to other states and countries? And ChatGPT has been messaging users unprompted… has it become sentient? Tune in and find out!
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    21 mins
  • Intel and ASUS announce the future of AI in Berlin

    Intel and ASUS announce the future of AI in Berlin
    Sep 23 2024
    Mike ventures to Berlin Germany to attend IFA, one of the biggest tech trade show in the world. Intel is launching their new Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Processor with built in AI! He gets a chance to sit down with ASUS, one the leasing laptop makers in the world, to learn how this new chip design affects laptop design, and how AI will start playing a major role in computing! Make sure to listen to the entire podcast to find the secret words for the amazing contest happening this month!
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    20 mins
  • Popular back to school gear!

    Popular back to school gear!
    Aug 17 2024
    Mike is joined by Marc Saltzman, one of Canada’s leading tech journalists to talk about back to school gear. One of the busiest times for tech, Marc walks us through some exciting tools that will help any student excel. From AI, to a printer that won’t break the bank when it comes time to refilling, this is a must listen to show for any student or parent!
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    19 mins
  • Robots to mow your lawn

    Robots to mow your lawn
    Aug 10 2024
    Mike dives into the world of robot lawn mowers, with one of the leading robotic mower companies, Husqvarna. Did you know that they’ve been making robot mowers longer than robot vacuums? Who knew? Tune in to find out when this over 400 year old company started their robot journey and where it’s all headed! You still mowing your lawn the old fashioned way? Like a sucker?? Getting a robot to do it is more affordable than you think! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and yes, even on TikTok.
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    30 mins
  • AI at VivaTech Paris

    AI at VivaTech Paris
    Jun 1 2024
    Mike visits the largest show dedicated to the world of AI – VivaTech Paris. 150,000 visitors from around the world come to learn about the latest in AI developments. Mike travelled with ScaleAI, a non profit organization who’s mission is to promote Canada AI startups and leaders to the world. He talks to them about this mission, and two other amazing AI companies from Canada – Theory and Practice, and Au-Zone. From helping the oceans, to helping large retailers reduce waste, you’ll learn how it’s done! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and yes, even on TikTok.
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    39 mins