Home Gadget Geeks Jim Collison

Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fm podcast is my guest this week. We discussed various topics, including severe weather preparedness, home automation, tech updates, data storage, and 3D printing. Gavin shared his experiences and recommendations, highlighting the importance of being prepared for severe weather events, investing in reliable backup power sources, and upgrading to high-end 3D printers for improved print quality and faster print speeds. Thanks for listening!







































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Find Gavin at https://www.hometech.fm/







BLUETTI Portable Power Station AC2A







Meeter 4 Block Temp Probe







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Jay Mattison is my guest this week. Jay discussed the latest gadgets, smart home automation, laptops, and processing power. He also talked about camera technology, including wireless microphones and road pros, and the limitations of wireless data transfer. He shared his preferences for audio equipment and home automation, and discussed the potential of large language models like ChatGPT. Thanks for listening!







































Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg614







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* Sony FX 30 and ZV1 cameras that Jay Madison uses – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vFls2VfHvE







* Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 lens for video – https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/a024_28_45_18/







* Rode VideoMic NTG shotgun microphone – https://rode.com/en-us/microphones/on-camera/videomic-ntg







* AirPods and AirPods Pro wireless earbuds – https://www.apple.com/airpods-pro/







* Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones – https://global.bose.com/content/consumer_electronics/b2c_catalog/worldwide/websites/en_ae/product/qc35_ii.html







* HiFiMan ARIA organic headphones – https://store.hifiman.com/index.php/arya-organic.html







* Matrix audio mini I pro 4 headphone amp and DAC – https://www.matrix-digi.com/product/94/mini-i_Pro_4







* Dell 40″ 5K 120Hz ultra-wide monitor – https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-ultrasharp-40-curved-thunderbolt-hub-monitor-u4025qw/apd/210-bmdp/monitors-monitor-accessories









Show Segments









* Tech gadgets, news, and updates with Jay Madison.[0:00]



* Jim Collison and Jay Madison discuss tech gadgets and news on Home Gadget Geeks podcast.







* Jay Mattison has been busy with general life st...

Ed Sullivan joins me this week! We discussed his collection of Apple devices, including an iMac Pro, 16” MacBook Pro, iPhone 12 Pro, and Apple Watch Series 8. We discuss his decision to purchase his first iPad, a 13” 1TB model with nano-texture glass and a Magic Keyboard. We cover the accessories and apps he bought for the iPad, enhancing its streaming and productivity functionality at home and on the road. Ed also predicts Jim’s next Mac, can you guess what it is? Thanks for listening!







































Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg613







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Ed’s Apple Equipment:







iMac Pro  2017







      3 GHz 10 Core Xeon / Radeon Pro Vega 56 (8 GB) / 64 GB Memory







16” MacBook Pro  2021







     Apple M1 Max (10 CPU cores and 32 GPU cores) / 32 GB Memory







iPhone 12 Pro 256 GB  2020







Apple Watch Series 8 45 mm  2022















iPad Specs







iPad Model Comparison / Cheapest 11” 256 GB – $999 / Most expensive 13” $3,077







    2TB / Nano-texture glass / WiFi and Cellular / Apple Pencil Pro / Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro







• 256 GB and 512GB options come with 8GB of RAM, 9 CPU cores, and cannot be configured with nano-texture glass.







• 1TB and 2TB options come with 16GB of RAM, 10 CPU cores, and they can receive nano-texture glass.







What he purchased







     13” 1TB with nano texture glass and Magic Keyboard $2348







Most powerful YouTube and Netflix watching machine ever made







Comes with 20W charger, cable and nano texture cleaning cloth







Accessories







USB C headphone adapter – https://www.amazon.com/Apple-USB-C-Headphone-Jack-Adapter/dp/B07K25P3N1







Tablet Sleeve – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQ97DJ5F







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Dr. Adam Hickman is my guest this week. Adam is the Vice President of Org Development and Cast Members at Partners, a Walt Disney Company, and a former co-worker of mine at Gallup. We catch up over drinks and then dive into the show. We discuss The X3 Bar, a highly effective strength-training device using variable resistance to build muscle faster than traditional weights and other home exercise equipment. We also explore ionbottles®, advanced hydrogen water generating bottles designed in Oregon for better hydration and healthier living. Thanks for listening!







































Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg612







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Links







https://www.jaquishbiomedical.com/products/x3-bar







https://ionbottles.com/products/portable-hydrogen-professional-water-bottle







Show Segments









* Tech gadgets, weather, and work experiences in Southern California and Ohio.[0:00]



* Adam Hickman discusses weather differences between Ohio and Southern California with Jim Collison.







* Jim Collison and Adam Hickman reminisce about their time working together at Gallup.











* Remote work, life lessons, and personal experiences.[3:11]



* Adam Hickman shares stories about his life experiences, including living near Jeff Daniels and working for Disney.







* Adam Hickman discusses his role as VP of Org and Cash Dev, dissertation on remote work, and pandemic impact.











* Fitness and exercise during COVID-19 pandemic.[6:49]



* Jim Collison and Adam Hickman discussed remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada joined me this week. We delved into a variety of tech topics, starting with the Birdfy Hum Feeder, where Erin shared her mixed experiences, praising the seed feeder but expressing disappointment with the Hum feeder’s performance. Moving on to the Kamado Connected Joe smart charcoal grill, Erin’s review highlighted its impressive capabilities, transforming her into a confident cook despite her initial reservations about charcoal grilling. Lastly, we explored the automotive tech landscape with Erin’s exhilarating two-day test drive of the 2024 Chevy Traverse, demonstrating how advancements in auto tech are rapidly converging with smart home innovations. Thanks for listening!







































Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg611







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Links







https://www.techgadgetscanada.com/review-birdfy-smart-bird-feeder-with-camera/







https://www.techgadgetscanada.com/birdfy-hum-feeder-hands-on-review/







https://www.techgadgetscanada.com/review-kamado-joe-konnected-joe-smart-charcoal-grill/







https://www.techgadgetscanada.com/2024-chevrolet-traverse-review-a-2-day-epic-all-terrain-test-drive/







Show Segments









* Show intro.[0:00]



* Hail storms in Calgary, Canada.







* Big thanks to Rich Hay for joining two weeks ago











* Bird feeders and Canadian treats.[3:53]



* Jim and Erin discuss Canadian treats and alcohol, including maple cookies, ketchup chips, and Canadian Club whiskey.







* Erin Lawrence reviews the Bird Feeder, comparing it to a previous poor experience with the Bird Buddy feeder.

In one of my favorite episodes yet this year, we catch up with Rich Hay. Rich talks about his decision to purchase a VW EV and all that he has loved about it (that was in preshow, now at the end). In the show, we catch up with Rich and talk about what he has been up to over the last 2 years. He talks about his purchase of the Vaonis Vespera Passengers and how much it has made looking at the stars so much easier. We also talk about how Jim found his idea of a pop-up drone security device that he has been talking about for years. We wrap the show with a little talk about the new Microsoft Surface. Thanks for listening!







































Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg610







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Links







https://vaonis.com/







https://vaonis.com/vespera-passengers







https://www.engadget.com/2020-01-08-sunflower-labs-drone-home-security-impressions.html







https://theaverageguy.tv/2022/04/23/rich-hay-and-a-new-role-at-microsoft-and-the-qa-community-hgg531/







Show Segments









* Leaving Microsoft job for full-time ministry.[0:00]



* Rich Hey returns to the show after two years, now at Microsoft as community manager.







* Rich Hay reflects on his 2.5 years at Microsoft, deciding to leave for full-time ministry.







* Hay plans to resume blogging and podcasting, focusing on technology and space topics.











* Podcasting, Microsoft, and space exploration.[4:28]



* Rich Hay discusses his role as a deacon, including baptizing babies and marrying people.







* Jim Collison congratulates Rich Hay on his work with the church and invites him to return to his podcast.







* Rich Hay and Jim Collison reminisce about their experiences as Microsoft MVPs and solar eclipses.







* Rich Hay plans to watch a total solar eclipse in north...