Episodes
July 13, 2021
Richard Hay from Windows Observer with Everything Windows 11 – HGG496
We have Richard Hay from Windows Observer and ITPro Today as we talk about all things Windows 11. What is new, what is old and what to expect when it rolls out later this fall. All that and more! <span data-mce-type=”bookmark” style=”display: in...
July 3, 2021
Jon Panozzo from Unraid Updates on 6.9 and the new Uncast Podcast – HGG495
We have Jon Panozzo from Unraid this week on Home Gadget Geeks. Jon updates us on the Unraid 6.9 upgrade and what to look forward to in 6.10. We also spend some time looking at the most popular apps on Unraid.
June 19, 2021
Christian Johnson with Wyze Security Cams, Maple Grove Updates and EV Choices – HGG494
Christian Johnson is back this week, and we spend some time catching up with him. We talk some home automation and Wyse Cams for the new place. We spend some time talking about Maple Grove Partners and we catch up on all the changes happening there.
June 12, 2021
Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada with Echo Show 10 and other Hands on Reviews – HGG493
Erin Lawrence from https://techgadgetscanada.com is back this week as we take a long look at the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) and the 2021 Google Nest Hub with Sleep Sensing as the latest in smart speakers and digital assistance.
June 5, 2021
Marvin Bee from Podnutz Pro Talks Monitoring Networks with Hands On Tools – HGG492
We have Marvin Bee from Podnutz Pro found at https://podnutzpro.com joins us this week as we talk about all things networking. After getting to know Marv a bit (he goes by Uncle Marv on social) we dig into his day job at MB Systems,
May 22, 2021
Jim has a New Car and the Treadly 2 Hands On Review – HGG491
Jim and Mike are back this week with some exciting news on Jim’s new vehicle! You might be surprised by the choice he made and why. Jim also has a brand new Treadly 2 (link below) and give a first look and mini hands on review.
May 15, 2021
Dave McCabe and Gadget Geeks Woodworking Tools – HGG490
Dave McCabe from Reset.fm and the Reset Podcast joins us to talk Woodworking for gadget geeks this week on Home Gadget Geeks. We catch up first with a little crypto talk and then move into his projects with wood.
May 8, 2021
The Big Spring 2021 BBQ and Grill Show! – HGG489
Shawn Cooke and Mark Robson join us this week as we talk about BBQ and Smoking rubs. Shawn walks us thru his process of creating rubs and we talk about his 9 grills. Don’t come to the show hungry! All that and more!
May 1, 2021
When is Mining Crypto Worth it and Apple iMac and AirTag First Look – HGG488
We have a listener question from Kyle about when is it worth it and not worth it to mine crypto. Mike looks at all the factors and gives some advice. Mike is watching more F1 racing and even paying for it! We look at the new hardware from Apple with th...
April 24, 2021
Crypto Exchanges, Tesla Test Drive and Leaving YouTube Premium – HGG487
We spend some time this week talking about using Crypto Exchanges and after Coinbase, what might be your next exchange. Jim does a Tesla test drive last weekend and gives his thoughts. We wrap with some thoughts on Mike’s PC upgrade as he considers joi...
April 17, 2021
Cody Wheat from Shots of History with Alcohol Industry Update – HGG486
Cody Wheat from http://shotsofhistory.com/ joins us this week to update us on his work at https://libdib.com/, how the alcohol industry faired during the pandemic and some updates on what is ahead as the world recovers.
April 10, 2021
Crypto Market Update, New Monitors, Self Hosting for Mike and Apartment Gadgets – HGG485
We open the show with an update on the crypto market and Jim’s updates on the new ultrawide monitor that he purchased from a tip from Honey. Mike needs some advice when it comes to self hosting or cloud hosting storage and password managers.
March 27, 2021
Upgrading to Ultrawide Monitors, Valheim and Unraid Updates – HGG484
Monitors have never been cheaper and Jim thinks now is the time to move to a new Ultrawide monitor for the Mac and Mike has some options. We also talk about the new game that is taking the world by storm, Valheim.
March 20, 2021
Raz from Flowater talks FloFaucet and Refill Station and Issues Facing Plastic in Water – HGG483
Raz from https://www.drinkflowater.com/ joins us this week as discuss some of the substances found in drinking water that might surprise people, what is the FloFaucet, and what makes it unique as well as the benefits of using a FloWater Faucet Filter o...
March 6, 2021
Dewain Robinson with updates from the Pandemic, New Office Tech Walkthru – HGG482
We have Dewain Robinson back after a year and get some updates on a family move, what has changed during the pandemic and an update on all his new office tech. It’s great to catch up with Dewain and lots of gadget conversation! All that and more!
Feb. 27, 2021
Jay Mattison from TekEverything and How to get a CPU/GPU in 2021 – HGG481
We have Jay Mattison back from TekEverything and we catch up with Jay and his adventures in purchasing an AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and Nvidia GPUs. I think you might be surprise on what he had to do to get them in hand! We also talk small form factor PCs,
Feb. 20, 2021
Jon Maddox from Channels – HGG480
We have Jon Maddox from Channels this week as we talk about the history of and reasons why Channels exists today. It’s all things Channels this week! All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.
Feb. 13, 2021
Erin Lawrence with Apple Airpods Max v Pro, Moen Smart Faucet and USB Outlets – HGG479
Erin Lawrence is back with us from https://techgadgetscanada.com as we discuss some issues that Jim is having with the new Mac Mini. Erin is purchasing the new Airpods Max to review even though she is just published a review on the Airpods Pro.
Feb. 6, 2021
It’s all About the Mac, About the Mac, Some Windows (Sing it!) – HGG478
The Mac Mini M1 has arrived and Jim spends some time going over the studio set up, installs and moving all the applications over from Windows. He looks at Raindrop.io to manage browser favorites and Synergy to handle the KVM duties moving forward.
Jan. 30, 2021
Coinbase Promo, GameStop Explained and PC Hardware Changes in the Studio – HGG477
With all that is happening with GameStop right now, we discover this technique is nothing new. Crypto traders have been doing this for the last several years! We discuss what happens to Jim’s studio now that the Mac Mini is arriving on February 5th and...
Jan. 23, 2021
To Mac or Not to Mac, That is the Question – HGG476
In a follow up to the post show conversation from show 475, Jim works thru all the options in purchasing a new Mac. Mike and Jim talk about configurations, setup, use and then pulls the trigger. Catch all the action including some additional info on Ch...
Jan. 16, 2021
Plex vs Channels, Updates on Unraid and Home Assistant – HGG475
After months of lots negative feedback from Sarah about Plex, Jim finally takes the recommendation of Josh and Richard at Entertainment 2.0 and tries out Channels. You might be surprised what he finds. Mike and Jim also give an update on their Unraid a...
Jan. 9, 2021
Christmas Gift Gadgets and Hard Drive Inventory Spreadsheets – HGG474
Jim and Mike are back after the long holiday break with some updates on all the Christmas gadgets received this year. Jim has a new Meater+, Wine Fridge and assorted technology that was purchased for the Chia plotting and Unraid box.
Dec. 19, 2020
What’s Happening with the CPU / GPU Markets and Hard Drives are Cheaper Than Ever – HGG473
We have Bob Buskirk and Ryan Kerschner from ThinkComputers.org are back this week as we spend some time talking about the GPU and CPU markets, Hard Drive and Solid State storage and a long look at Bob’s new 49 Inch Ultra Widescreen Monitor.