

Tech Talk Y'all
Edgewise Media
Tech Talk Y'all is a weekly technology news show covering what has happened this week in tech, with hosts Sanjay Parekh and Adam Walker. Sanjay and Adam talk about technology, weird and wacky tech news, and make weekly tech recommendations (a fan favorite). Depending on your level of humor, episodes may or may not be funny (but they definitely are).
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Jan 13, 2020 • 32min
Episode 117: The One With the Incredibly Unuseful Tech Gadgets
In This Episode:
This rechargeable lunchbox uses steam to reheat your food
CES 2020: Juno 'reverse microwave oven' cools drinks in seconds
CES 2020: Manta5's electric bike rides on water
Samsung's Sero is a vertical 4K TV perfect for TikTok and Instagram
Segway’s latest EV prototype looks like Professor X’s wheelchair
For tech-weary Midwest farmers, 40-year-old tractors now a hot commodity
DA: Technology links suspect to bloody Cobb County murder
Sonos Tries and Fails to Justify ‘Recycle Mode’ That Bricks Speakers
Weird and Wacky:
Astrophysicist Says He Knows How to Build a Time Machine
Y2K-type glitch is causing NYC parking meters to reject credit cards
Tech Recommendations:
Sanjay - APC Notebook Surge Protector
Adam - Medium
Links:This rechargeable lunchbox uses steam to reheat your foodCES 2020: Juno 'reverse microwave oven' cools drinks in secondsCES 2020: Manta5's electric bike rides on waterSamsung's Sero is a vertical 4K TV perfect for TikTok and InstagramSegway’s latest EV prototype looks like Professor X’s wheelchairFor tech-weary Midwest farmers, 40-year-old tractors now a hot commodity - StarTribune.comDA: Technology links suspect to bloody Cobb County murder | FOX 5 AtlantaAstrophysicist Says He Knows How to Build a Time MachineSonos Tries and Fails to Justify 'Recycle Mode' That Bricks Speakers - ExtremeTechY2K-type glitch is causing NYC parking meters to reject credit cards | Engadget

Jan 6, 2020 • 39min
Episode 116: New Year, Less Tech?
In this episode:
A bunch of people in tech are setting resolutions to spend less time using tech
TikTok app banned by US Army on work mobile phones
the sound shirt lets deaf people feel music on their skin
Spotify to ‘pause’ running political ads, citing lack of proper review
Snopes Raises Money to Weather Upcoming Misinformation Storm
Uber cofounder Travis Kalanick peaces out with $2.5 billion
GM requests green light to ditch steering wheel in its self-driving cars
VW's roving robot concept brings "battery wagons" to electric vehicles
Motorola delays foldable Razr because too many people want one
Unbanked, credit card-less riders can now rent scooters with cash
Weird and Wacky:
Electric DeLorean pushes the limits of self-driving tech with flawless drifting
A true Christmas story for Lamborghini’s Real Lover
Snoop Dogg Announces Lullaby Album Adapting His Greatest Hits For Babies
Tech Rec:
Adam - Peteme - Smart LED Light Bulb
Sanjay - Corsair Flash Survivor Stealth 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive
Links:A bunch of people in tech are setting resolutions to spend less time using techTikTok app banned by US Army on work mobile phonesthe sound shirt lets deaf people feel music on their skinSpotify to ‘pause’ running political ads, citing lack of proper reviewSnopes Raises Money to Weather Upcoming Misinformation StormUber cofounder Travis Kalanick peaces out with $2.5 billionGM requests green light to ditch steering wheel in its self-driving carsVW's roving robot concept brings "battery wagons" to electric vehiclesMotorola delays foldable Razr because too many people want oneUnbanked, credit card-less riders can now rent scooters with cash

Dec 23, 2019 • 32min
Episode 115: Happy Tech Talk Y'all-idays to You!
In this episode:
Report: Ring Cameras Leak Location Details in Neighbors App
Hackers Openly Peddle Tools to Hack Ring Cameras
Yap is the best new chatroom
World-first mobile phone detection cameras rolled out in Australia
Cops see an encryption problem. Spyware makers see an opportunity.
You can now hear Samuel L. Jackson’s voice on your Amazon Echo
Lyft is rolling out a car rental service
Opinion: A major publisher is denying library users access to new e-books. That’s wrong
Of course Facebook can see your location even when you tell it not to
Weird and Wacky:
College student rescued after using ‘Hey Siri’ to call 911 from a sinking car
A new way to make quadratic equations easy
Mediocre Headphones on Wall
Passenger Duct-taped to Seat After Allegedly Trying to Break Into Cockpit (Video)
Tech Rec:
Sanjay - Arcadia Power
Adam - Magnetic Car Phone MountLinks:Report: Ring Cameras Leak Location Details in Neighbors App - ExtremeTechHackers Openly Peddle Tools to Hack Ring Cameras - ExtremeTechYap is the best new chatroom - The VergeWorld-first mobile phone detection cameras rolled out in Australia | World news | The GuardianCops see an encryption problem. Spyware makers see an opportunity. - MIT Technology ReviewYou can now hear Samuel L. Jackson’s voice on your Amazon EchoLyft is rolling out a car rental serviceOpinion: No e-book access for library users? That's wrong - Los Angeles TimesOf course Facebook can see your location even when you tell it not toCollege student rescued after using ‘He
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Dec 16, 2019 • 38min
Episode 114: No Internet in the Whole Country? It's Nap Time
In this Episode:
New airplane seat design will make it easier to sleep in economy
Away’s founders sold a vision of travel and inclusion, but former employees say it masked a toxic work environment
Brother of drug lord Pablo Escobar launches a $349 foldable smartphone
Google Maps prepares to add a “Lighting” layer to highlight brightly lit streets for safer night travel
Brookings Institute Suggests Congressional Action for Innovation Sectors
AI-enabled assistant robot returning to the Space Station with improved emotional intelligence
Interstellar Comet Borisov Makes Closest Approach to the Sun
Algeria blocks internet to prevent students cheating during exams | World news | The Guardian
Google Fiber drops its 100Mbps tier in favor of gigabit-only service
Suspected Internet Cable Spy Ship Operating In Americas For Over A Month
Weird and Wacky:
A man ate $120,000 duct-taped banana art: 'I really love this installation. It's very delicious'
Instagram influencer sentenced to 14 years for violent plot to steal domain name
Tech Rec:
Sanjay - Huskee Cup
Adam - Truebill
Links:New airplane seat design will make it easier to sleep in economyAway’s founders sold a vision of travel and inclusion, but former employees say it masked a toxic work environmentBrother of drug lord Pablo Escobar launches a $349 foldable smartphone - NeowinGoogle Maps prepares to add a "Lighting" layer to highlight brightly lit streets for safer night travelBrookings Institute Suggests Congressional Action for Innovation SectorsAI-enabled assistant robot returning to the Space Station with improved emotional intelligenceInterstellar Comet Borisov Makes Closest Approach to the SunAlgeria blocks internet to prevent students cheating during exams | World news | The Guardian

Dec 9, 2019 • 36min
Episode 113: Shattered Windows?... Still Some Development To Do
In this Episode:
WhatsApp Working on a Feature to Self-destruct Messages: Report.
Twitter will remove inactive accounts and free up usernames in December
Apple Pay works with Salvation Army’s famous red kettles
Google Cloud Print will be shut down on December 31, 2020
Stranger hacks into baby monitor, tells child, 'I love you'
Watch Tesla Accidentally Smash Cybertruck’s “Bulletproof” Window
PayPal to acquire shopping and rewards platform Honey for $4B
WeWork lays off 2,400 employees
Doctors Are Testing Human Suspended Animation for the First Time
Weird and Wacky:
Would You Pay Someone $40 to Keep You Focused on Work?
Ed Sheeran Apparently Hasn’t Had A Phone In Four Years
Guy makes dating app that features just one guy -- himself
Stay in a Japanese hotel room for $1 per night — as long as you're OK being livestreamed
Fresh air for sale: The New Delhi oxygen bar offering respite from smog
Tech Recs:
Sanjay - MakerPad
Adam - Focusmate
Links:WhatsApp Working on a Feature to Self-destruct Messages: Report.Twitter will remove inactive accounts and free up usernames in December - The VergeApple Pay works with Salvation Army’s famous red kettlesGoogle Cloud Print will be shut down on December 31, 2020Stranger hacks into baby monitor, tells child, 'I love you'Watch Tesla Accidentally Smash Cybertruck’s “Bulletproof” WindowPayPal to acquire shopping and rewards platform Honey for $4BWeWork lays off 2,400 employeesDoctors Are Testing Human Suspended Animation for the First Time - ExtremeTechEd Sheeran Apparently Hasn’t Had A Phone In Four Years

Dec 2, 2019 • 20min
Episode 112: TTY's 2019 Gift Guide
In this episode we share our picks for gifts this holiday season.
*Stocking Stuffers *
Anker USB C Charger, 18W ($25.99)
iPhone Charger, [3 Pack] Anker Powerline Lightning Cable (3ft) ($23.99)
JETech screen protectors ($5.99 - $11.99)
URPOWER Tactical Flashlight Super Bright ($9.98)
Amazon Smart Plug ($24.99)
*Under $100 *
Soundcore Anker Liberty Air True-Wireless Earphones ($79.99)
Amazfit Bip Smartwatch ($67.99)
Bluetooth Banana Phone ($40)
Amazon Kindle ($59.99 )
Amazon Fire TV Stick ($19.99)
Roku Premiere ($29.99)
Lair: Radical Homes and Hideouts of Movie Villains ($54.95)
* Smartphone Sanitizer ($80)
*Splurges ($100+) *
Halo Bolt 58830 mWh Portable Phone Laptop Charger Car Jump Starter with AC Outlet and Car Charger ($119.97 with $30 coupon on amazon)
TCL 55S425 55 inch 4K Smart LED Roku TV ($279.99)

Nov 25, 2019 • 35min
Episode 111: All about the Dolla Bills Y'all
In this Episode:
You can share your Disney+ login with friends without repercussions
Secretive energy startup backed by Bill Gates achieves solar breakthrough
Elon Musk Just Tweeted a Response to Ford's New Electric Mustang Announcement, and It's Most Excellent
Just When I Thought The 2010s Were Over Motorola Came Out With A New Razr
Google to offer checking accounts
Project Nightingale: Google accesses trove of US patient data
Mailchimp launches website builder
Nine-year-old child genius to graduate university
The world’s first Gattaca baby tests are finally here
Uber plans to start audio-recording rides in the U.S. for safety
EasyJet to Begin Offsetting Fuel Emissions
Weird and Wacky Tech:
Thousands flock to Wikipedia founder's 'Facebook rival'
You got LUCK if your ATM catch this Virus!
Bolivia's Morales a dictator? Apple's Siri says so (in Spanish)
Tech Recs:
Adam - Mpow 071 USB Headset
Sanjay - [PopSockets PopMount: Car Dash and Windshield Mount](PopSockets PopMount: Car Dash and Windshield Mount)
Shannon - TIJN Blue Light Blocking Glasses
Links:You can share your Disney+ login with friends without repercussionsSecretive energy startup backed by Bill Gates achieves solar breakthroughElon Musk Just Tweeted a Response to Ford's New Electric Mustang Announcement, and It's Most ExcellentJust When I Thought The 2010s Were Over Motorola Came Out With A New RazrGoogle to offer checking accountsProject Nightingale: Google accesses trove of US patient dataMailchimp launches website builderNine-year-old child genius to graduate universityThe world’s first Gattaca baby tests are finally here - MIT Technology Review

Nov 18, 2019 • 37min
Episode 110: Anything that is a Remote is Gonna Get Lost
In this Episode:
Apple removes Instagram stalking app from App Store
Amazon will launch new grocery store as alternative to Whole Foods
Roku puts a remote on your wrist with new Apple Watch app
Twitter drafts a deepfake policy that would label and warn, but not always remove, manipulated media
A ton of people received text messages overnight that were originally sent on Valentine’s Day
Self-driving Uber car that hit and killed woman did not recognize that pedestrians jaywalk
Users Report Bias in Apple Card Application Algorithms
Federal Court Rules Suspicionless Searches of Travelers’ Phones and Laptops Unconstitutional
Weird and Wacky Tech:
Florida man sues Madonna, saying her 10:30 p.m. concert start is too late
T-Mobile says it owns exclusive rights to the color magenta
Tech Recs:
Sanjay - Lively HSA
Adam - Disney+
Ad music is from "Partly Cloudy" by A Tape Full of Mistakes
Weird & Wacky theme music is from "Brainwavves" by Strong Suit Links:Apple removes Instagram stalking app from App StoreAmazon will launch new grocery store as alternative to Whole FoodsRoku puts a remote on your wrist with new Apple Watch appTwitter drafts a deepfake policy that would label and warn, but not always remove, manipulated mediaText messages delayed from February were mysteriously sent overnight - The VergeSelf-driving Uber car that hit and killed woman did not recognize that pedestrians jaywalkUsers Report Bias in Apple Card Application AlgorithmsFederal Court Rules Suspicionless Searches of Travelers’ Phones and Laptops Unconstitutional

Nov 11, 2019 • 36min
Episode 109: James Bond, Sci-Fi, Alien Technology Kinda Stuff
In this Episode:
Amazon Black Friday 2019 and holiday deals have begun
Apple is reportedly working with Valve on a totally new type of product like nothing we’ve seen
4 things you should know about the AirPods Pro
Google to Buy Fitbit for $2.1 Billion to Boost Hardware
Facebook Held Talks to Buy Fitbit Before Google Struck Deal
With Garmin Autoland, small planes can land themselves if the pilot becomes incapacitated
A Mom Has Gone Viral After Sharing The Heartbreaking Question Asked By Her Autistic Son
Watch these robot blocks cluster together with a hive mind
Genealogy Sites Have Helped Identify Suspects. Now They’ve Helped Convict One.
Teen girl invents simple, yet innovative way to remove blind spots in cars
A Lone Bitcoin Whale Likely Fueled 2017 Surge, Study Finds
Weird and Wacky:
Researchers Hack Smart Speakers with Lasers
James Dean Reborn in CGI for Vietnam War Action-Drama (Exclusive)
Tech Recs:
Adam - Calendly
Sanjay - CamelCamelCamel
Shannon - Bubble.io
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https://www.patreon.com/techtalkyall Links:Amazon Black Friday 2019 and holiday deals have begunApple is reportedly working with Valve on a totally new type of product like nothing we’ve seen4 things you should know about the AirPods ProGoogle to Buy Fitbit for $2.1 Billion to Boost HardwareWith Garmin Autoland, small planes can land themselves if the pilot becomes incapacitatedA Mom Has Gone Viral After Sharing The Heartbreaking Question Asked By Her Autistic SonWatch these robot blocks cluster together with a hive mindGenealogy Sites Have Helped Identify Suspects. Now They’ve Helped Convict One.Teen girl invents simple, yet innovative way to remove blind spots in cars

Nov 4, 2019 • 43min
Episode 108: Age of the Mashup
In this Episode:
Five months after returning rental car, man still has remote control
A health care algorithm offered less care to black patients
Photo battle between an iPhone 11 Pro and a $7,500 DSLR might surprise you
Ford unveils release date for Mustang-inspired electric SUV
Twitter admits that it showed more ads to less popular users
Facebook and Congress
Zuckerberg faces heat in Congress: “It’s almost like you think this is a joke”
A false ad claiming Republicans back the Green New Deal tests Facebook's policy on lies
This man is running for governor of California so he can run false Facebook ads
Facebook launches a test run of its news service
Man sues AT&T after fraudulent SIM swap led to $1.8M cryptocurrency theft
Starbucks Will Accept Bitcoin in 2020, Thanks to Wall Street’s Bakkt
Exclusive: Google owner Alphabet in bid to buy Fitbit
Google will replace Home devices bricked due to latest firmware update
America’s nuclear forces finally drop ancient 8-inch floppy disk system
Discovery and Amazon Serve Up New Cooking App
Weird and Wacky:
Rats taught to drive tiny cars to lower their stress levels
Using your smartphone too much can make you go ‘temporarily blind’
Tech Recs:
Adam - Google Calendar integration in Slack
Sanjay - Firefox 70
Shannon - Nike Run Club
Ad music is from "Partly Cloudy" by A Tape Full of Mistakes
Weird & Wacky theme music is from "Brainwavves" by Strong Suit Links:Five months after returning rental car, man still has remote controlA health care algorithm offered less care to black patientsPhoto battle between an iPhone 11 Pro and a $7,500 DSLR might surprise youFord unveils release date for Mustang-inspired electric SUVTwitter admits that it showed more ads to less popular usersZuckerberg faces heat in Congress: “It’s almost like you think this is a joke”A false ad claiming Republicans back the Green New Deal tests Facebook's policy on liesThis man is running for governor of California so he can run false Facebook ads


