Smart Things Podcast

Ep 024: Apple Event - iPhone 6, Apple Pay and Apple Watch

September 10, 2014 12:00

Can Apple do what they did for the Phone again, but this time for watches and wearbles. This week on the Smart Things Podcast we recap last nights Apple Event (9/9/2014/). Where Apple announced not only the new iPhone 6 (4.7" Screen), iPhone 6 Plus (5.5" Screen) and Apple Pay but they also showed off a never before seen or really rumored in detailed, Apple Watch. The companies first attempt at wearables and man is it cool!

Ep 023: The Human API, What you need not what you want.

September 10, 2014 11:45

We live in a world where what you want is easily accessible, but technology is changing things from a want bases to a need. This week on the Smart Things Podcast we go into how the Internet of Things is starting to hyper connect and answer needs before they're even wants. We talk about how companies are taking thier new products pairs with the users actual data to predict what you will need and when you will need it. From a notification about traffic on the way to your next meeting to turnin...

Ep 022: How to make your home smarter, on the cheap!

August 26, 2014 20:32

Chances are if you own, rent or just live in a house its isn't quite yet a Smart Home. This week on the Smart Things Podcast we will explore what options are out there today to be able to make your dumb home a smart home. We will explore the cheap solutions as well as have some fun with what costs a large amount.

Ep 021: Why is Apple and Google running parallel split paths?

July 26, 2014 01:10

Apple and Google are move technology forward in identical yet split ways. How Apple, Google, Microsoft and even Amazon are running the same paths, without overlaps. This week on the Smart Things Podcast we look deeper into how Apple and Google are building closed ecosystems that are incompatible with each others. We will talk about how these companies are using their circles to get you deeper and deeper invested in their own companies, as well as launch new platforms.

Ep 020: Amazon adds Fire to the Smartphone Race

July 11, 2014 05:00

Amazon just announced the Fire Phone, a smart phone based off FireOS, the same OS from the Kindle Fire. This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about how Amazon joining the smartphone race with the Fire Phone! Amazon has been quiet force for good for the mobile device world. We will talk about the company, why they joined the space and speculate on what could be next.

Ep 019: The New Format Factor

July 10, 2014 16:33

Laptop? Tablet? Both? What design factor is the best form factor? This week on the Smart Things Podcast we will be breakdown some old and new devices. We all have an array of devices, sometimes too many, that get used for only certain tasks. Mark and Erick get down and dirty with the problems with devices today and where they are headed.

Ep 018: The Next Apple is Here (iOS 8, OS X Yosemite, Swift)

June 11, 2014 20:42

Apple just announced OS X Yosemite, iOS 8 and a new developer language, Swift. This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about this new Apple that surprised us at WWDC 2014. We are giving you non-developers a clean breakdown of what happen at WWDC this year. First, we step into OS X and all of beautiful design changes, then we get into iOS 8 and how it's everything iOS 7 should of been. Lastly, we talked about the new tools for developers and how it will create better apps. Not only for...

Ep 017: The Rise of the 12" Device

June 04, 2014 22:42

12" Device, Laptop or Tablet? This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we discuss the first true hybrid device that can do all the things a laptop and tablet. As well as the gap of 12" devices across multople companies. What will fill the gap? Do you need a laptop or a tablet? Is there both... Find out with Episode 17 of the smart things podcast.

Ep 016: Technology giving wearables a bad image

May 24, 2014 14:50

Wearables have an image problem. This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we address the biggest issue with wearable, thier image problem. We also discussed ways to fix it. We also talk about your experiences with the Galaxy S 5 in New York City and the rumors around Apple buying Beats.

Ep 015: How Net Neutrality Impacts Your Freedoms

May 06, 2014 01:21

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about the concepts of Net Neutrality. First we break down the good and bad of Net Neutrality. We also talked about the recent goverment ruling that directly influenced the FCC's rule. We also talk through the recent deal between Verizon and Netflix, the first deal that breaks Net Neutrality.

Ep 014: Friends But Not Facebook Friends

April 29, 2014 01:10

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about the social networks and how the definition of a friend on social media isn't exactly the definition we use in the real world. Will Facebook's high-tech algorithm be able to determine the difference between your real life friends or will you need to manage them yourself? We also explore the new twitter layout as well as compare different social networks and their progress through the spaces. Lastly, we explore how the internet things will t...

Ep 013: How Soft Robots will change our futures

April 24, 2014 18:25

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about the emerging market of soft robots. We will compare these robots against the traditional "hard" robots and explore the possibilities of soft robots becoming the new robot we think. We also talk about robot's integration to the internet of things and how it will shape our futures.

Ep 012: Is a remote for the Internet of Things possible?

April 15, 2014 02:04

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about controlling the Internet of Things. Our special guest Mike Norris talks about the new HTC One (m8). We explore some news around the internet of things and see if any company can control all of your devices from a single dashboard, thus unifying the internet of things' control system.

Ep 011: The Internet of Things: Overview

April 02, 2014 20:21

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about the Internet of Things. Objects are increasing connecting to the internet and talking to other objects without the direct influence of people. We explore the early days of Internet of Things as well as where we are now. We also discuss the different trends and characteristics of the Internet of Things. As well as the different criticism and controversies to light.

Ep 010: How Virtual Reality Will Change More Than Just Gaming

March 28, 2014 00:56

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about the future of virtual reality (VR). Is it just gaming or a second life? We first discuss if Sony's project morpheus can stand up to the Oculus Rift. We also talk about Facebook's acquisition of Oculus and if it will hurt or help the company. We also talk about GameFace, an Android VR headset can handle PC and game console VR headsets.

Episode 009: The first "Wearables" Operating System - What does it mean?

March 19, 2014 16:24

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we talk about the growing world of wearables. From notifications and personal assistants to tracking your health and fitness. We speculate on Apple's likely late entry into the game, how Pebble will deal with the new products coming out this year and if fitness trackers are just a thing of the past. We also talk about Google's latest surprise, Android Wear - the new OS specifically designed for wearables.

Episode 008: How long will Apple reign supreme?

March 12, 2014 00:06

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we discuss what it will take for Apple to continue their level of innovation to reign supreme. We talk about Apple as a company, how multi-touch changed the world and why Siri still hasn't. We talk about the rumored iWatch and health is actually the foundation of the future. Finally we talk about CarPlay and how it will make for a more enjoyable diriving experince!

Episode 007: Will Microsoft Shape The Future?

March 06, 2014 00:44

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we discuss how Microsoft is moving forward and if they still have the chops to shape the future. First we talk about how is Microsoft changing Windows 8.1 for non-touch devices and trying to reduce license fees to grow the market. We also explore Microsoft’s answer to Siri for Windows Phone 8.1 and see if a Microsoft version of Android can replace Windows Phone in the future? And finally if Xbox will be the answer to all of Microsoft's problems.

Episode 006: Your Next SmartPhone ...Now With Better Sensors!

February 26, 2014 20:55

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we discuss how sensors will make your next smartphone smarter than ever. First we explore modular phone systems which allow you to swap out parts on the fly. We then look at Google's Project Tango, which stuffs a 3D scanner in your smartphone. Lastly, we talked about Mobile World Congress, the mobile expo, where Samsung released thier new flagship devices, Sony steps up to bat and Nokia released an Android device.

Episode 005: Why Your Living Rooms Is Still Dumb

February 19, 2014 18:00

This week on the Smart Things Podcast, we discuss why your living room is still dumb even with all the smart technology. We explore the Smart TVs and their interfaces, Smart Set-Top Boxes and even the Chromecast. We also explore the Apple rumors around Time Warner and the Apple TV and talk about why "Xbox Watch (Channel)" is the our favorite way to watch TV.

Episode 004: Growing smartphones, Shrinking tablets

February 12, 2014 19:30

This week we discuss why smartphone screens are growing while tablet screens are shrinking, why batteries aren’t going to be getting better anytime soon, if Apple really will come out with a bigger iPhone next year and why it will not include flappy bird.