How is technology changing our lives? Hosting interviews with innovators, execs, and more, Canada’s tech expert Mike Agerbo explores how everything from tech gadgets to internet culture are changing our world. For over 20 years, Mike Agerbo has made technology simple for audiences. He brings the latest gadgets to Global TV audiences with his weekly Noon Hour News Tech Talk segment and hosts the popular tech TV and YouTube show GetConnected. He also hosts The App Show, a radio show all about ...
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US government breakup of Google & Will BlueSky beat out X?
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Mike Agerbo is joined by Carmi Levy, Tech Analyst and Graye Williams this week. Carmi and Mike look into the US government breakup of Google. Will they go all the way, and separate both the Chrome browser and their Android business? What does this mean for consumers? BlueSky is starting to eat X’s lunch. With over 20 million subscribers, they are g…
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Winter tire tech with Michelin & Has Netflix's ad-supported subscriptions worked?
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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 …
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Tesla's free month of Supervised Full Self Driving
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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, includin…
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Is the iPhone 16 worth the upgrade?
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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 wor…
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EU going after Meta for unfair Marketplace practices
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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 sta…
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Intel and ASUS announce the future of AI in Berlin
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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 …
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Popular back to school gear!
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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 …
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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 fashione…
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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 amazi…
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Who cares if influencers are not real?
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Host Mike Agerbo talks to Carmi Levy about the growing trend of AI influencers, and how some generations don’t really care that they are not human. They also talk about Huawei “secretly” funding research in the US, and do we have the right to turn off the Facebook news feed? Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe…
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Mike talks with Michael Clive, Weber Grill Master about new griddle tech. New flattop griddles that don’t rust? What magic tech is in play here? We’ll dive down into this delicious topic! 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, Twitte…
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US Goes After Chinese Drones
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As the US/China tech war escalates, there’s now talk of the US government banning DJI drones, made by China. As the leading drone manufacturer in the world, what does that mean for US consumers? We also dive into autonomous driving. Automakers are increasingly being investigated by the US government over crashes and fatalities. Where are we now, an…
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The US and China Tech War
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The United States and China are at it again! China has asked Apple to pull 4 messaging apps, including WhatsApp and Telegram from the Chinese App store, and Joe Biden has given TikTok less than a year to find a buyer. We also get our retro geek on, Apple has allowed retro game emulators into the App Store… but for how long? Can't get enough of GetC…
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Playing video games while driving turns deadly
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Tesla settle a lawsuit from a family of a man who died while playing video games with the self driving feature turned on. What does it mean for the future of autonomous vehicles? The Canadian government announces it’s investing 2.4 billion dollars into AI. What does that even mean? Nasa to develop a time standard for the moon, and many more tech st…
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Will Android users finally get blue bubbles?
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Mike and Carmi Levy cover this weeks top tech stories! Google Incognito private browsing not so private? Google forced to delete billions of data records of users. Amazon ditches their Just Walk Out technology from their retail stores, and Apple agrees the RCS texting standard… will that mean blue bubbles for messages for Android phone suers? Can't…
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I got scammed on Facebook Marketplace. Stop it from happening to you!
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Mike details his story of getting scammed on Facebook Marketplace this past week. How did it happen, and what are some of the telltale signs you need to know about to avoid it happening to you!Door Curiouscast
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Making Tires Sustainable
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The US Department of Justice is going after Apple for anti-competitive practices. Mike and Carmi make comparisons with the DOJ’s attempt to breakup Microsoft in 2010. Mike also learns about tire technology for EV’s and learns how Michelin is working to have tires that are made from 100% recycled and renewable materials by 2050. Can they do it? Can'…
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Making tires smaller to save the planet
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Mike talks to Alexis Garcin, CEO of Michelin North America, about innovation in tire technology. He also dives into the proposed TikTok ban in the US. Will the ban happen? If so, who would buy it, and will the Chinese government let that happen? Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast. …
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Streaming channel bundles… is this the new cable TV?
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Mike talks with Dwayne Benefield from TELUS on how they are bundling popular streaming services to save customers money. Just like cable TV of old! He’ll also talk to Mastercard about password fatigue for Fraud Prevention month Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast. You can also find …
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AI just increased the price of your chicken nuggets
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Mike dives into the future of fast food. Wendys’ touted their new digital menu boards that could incorporate surge pricing, like Uber raises prices when it’s busy. How does this work? And are consumers ready? And is the Apple car dead? Was it ever really going to be a thing? Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe…
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Who’s watching your security cam footage?
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With the latest glitch with Wyze security cams, giving users access to other people’s video feeds, how do you protect your cloud footage from prying eyes? We’ll also talk about AI and chatbots going off the rails. Who’s responsible for bad information when they do? Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the Ge…
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When the Gig economy doesn’t deliver on its promise
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We all use ride-share and delivery apps, but what is the cost? They lose billions of dollars for their shareholders, and some exploit their workers. Where is the truth of the dream? We’ll explore a new personal finance app called Wilbur that can help you earn extra money in your spare time. Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy …
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Why is Intel making semiconductors in Costa Rica?
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Mike is in Costa Rica, visiting Intel’s design and manufacturing facility. Why are they there? What are they making? It’s a fascinating story! He’ll talk with the people who make the chips, how Intel is moving smart cities forward, and the steps they are taking to make their company more inclusive. Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingl…
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Will Apple take over the world, again?
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Mike is talking with Brian Jackson from the Infotech Research Group about the new Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset. Will Apple be successful with a new line of hardware, will it change the AR/VR industry? He’ll also have Carmi levy on to talk about the latest online scams, and how you can protect yourself. Finally, he talks with TELUS about t…
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AI takes over Smartphones
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Samsung has announced their new Samsung Galaxy S24 smartphones, packed with some useful AI tools. Have we gotten past the minor iterations of speed and feeds to actual new useful technology in our handheld devices? Mike also has his good tech friend Carmi Levy to do a final CES tech roundup! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy…
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Mike is down at the Consumer Electronics Show, known as CES in Las Vegas. 130,000 nerds converging on Sin City to learn about all the latest tech innovations coming out in the coming years. From transparent TV’s, the latest robots, connected BBQ’s, he’ll cover it all, with a few surprises along the way! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our char…
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This week, Mike talks with the folks at Intel about the new Intel Core Ultra processors, and the new Neural processing unit on each one. Will this be a reason for people to upgrade their laptops? He’ll also talk to the CTA about their CES preview, the big tech conference happening in Las Vegas this coming week. Finally, he’ll explore the streaming …
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It’s our tech year in review. We revisit the biggest stories of the year. Of course AI has dominated, with Open AI and ChatGPT, as well as the behind the scenes drama. Apple announced their first new products in years, the Vision Pro mixed reality headset, and Twitter burned to the ground. Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy h…
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F1, the cloud and Ai making cars go faster
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Mike explores the world of Formula 1 racing and how they are using data, the cloud and AI to continually improve. Mike also tries to understand quantum computing and where it can take society. Does he? Tune in to find out! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to list…
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Tesla recalls 2 million cars
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Tesla is forced to recall over 2 million of its cars because of over inflated self-driving claims and the accidents that they have caused. AI is reigned in over in Europe, and we learn how to protect our home and family during the holidays with smart home security! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the Ge…
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Tire tech to stop the sliding
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Mike talks to the folks at Michelin to learn how winter tire technology works, and why its important to have the right tire. He’ll also learn about tires of the future that are digitally connected to your car and the internet. He also has the lowdown on free AI courses you can take to up your skills from Amazon, and why does Netflix not want to pay…
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This week Mike is in Las Vegas checking out the Amazon Re:invent conference to learn the latest in AI, the cloud and quantum computing. Sound nerdy? Sure, but amazing things are happening! He’s learning how sensors in NFL players pads and equipment are being used to help reduce injuries, how AI can help make the perfect travel itinerary from the fo…
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Protect yourself and your home, the smart way
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Mike explores different security solutions. From protecting your home, to yourself digitally, he’s got it covered! He’ll also be talking with Carmi Levy about the drama at OpenAI this past week. Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss mobile te…
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Mike talks with the TELUS Health My Pet folks and learns how tele-health is not just for humans. We also learn some important tips on how not to get scammed while doing your online holiday shopping this year! And will Android users finally lose the green bubbles with their Apple brothers and sisters? Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmin…
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Can electric trucks go the distance
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Dodge announces a new electric truck that may just solve range anxiety, and we talk about EV tire tech with Michelin. Plus, with the world concerned about AI, the top countries get together to come up with a safety plan.Door Curiouscast
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Canada bans another Chinese App
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The Canadian government is banning WeChat from government devices. What are the implications from a tech and political perspective? We also dive into the dark world of cybercrime and how they target small business. And one year later, hows Twitter doing? Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected …
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Is it live, or is it AI?
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That new Taylor Swift song next year may sound great, but did she actually sing it? Record companies are looking to do deals with YouTube to license artists voices? Can AI replace me on my radio show? God I hope so… Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to listen to t…
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Saving the trees, digitally
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Mike talks with Squiirel, a digital tree seed marketplace, and how their mission will help Canada’s forests! Still collecting DVD’s and Blu-Rays? It might just get a little bit harder with a major retailer getting out of the business. And we’ll learn how the soldiers of the future will have to worry about puking attacks.…
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Cadillac’s next level EV
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Mike dives into automotive tech this week. Starting with a way to make a little extra money with car! If your like most people, your car probably sits in your driveway for most of the day. The Turo App might just be a way for you to make a few extra bucks. He’ll also be talking with the chief engineer behind the new Cadillac Escalade IQ EV that’s c…
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Mike explores the ultimate in surveillance – jewellry that records your entire day. A valuable tool, or major invasion of privacy? He also looks at ways to potentially cut your cell phone bill in half! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy host? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss mob…
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AI is front and centre again. Tired of self checkout? How about no checkout. Amazon has brought the technology to Canada! A new store in Calgary allows customers to scan in with a credit card, grab their snacks, and then just walk out of the store. How accurate is it? Tune in to find out! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy ho…
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Are we paying too much for internet in Canada
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This week we talk to the folks at Babble internet and their challenges as small internet service provider in Canada reliant on the big telcom players to wholesale internet access to them. We also will talk to Amazon about some new cool gear coming soon that will be able to control our smart homes with one central hub! Can't get enough of GetConnect…
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Apple has announced new iphones, watches and airpods. New features, a new connector… are they worth the upgrade? Tune in to find out! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss mobile technology on the App Show podcast. You can also find us on the…
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It’s clear that AI and cloud computing jobs are increasing. Amazon web Services is on the show to talk about the free course you need to get started. We also explore the implications of streaming Trump’s election interference trial, and will the EU block Microsoft Bing, and Apple iMessage?Door Curiouscast
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There’s gold in the attic
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Have you kept your collection of old VHS tapes, or Super Nintendo cartridges? They might just be worth a small fortune. Mike talks to Heritage Auctions and discovers that some of these relics are worth thousands of dollars!! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to li…
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Both Russia and India tried to land lunar modules on the moon this week. One was successful, the other, not so much. Mike also looks into a story about an Ontario man who was scammed by who he thought was a friend calling for bail money. Was AI behind it?Door Curiouscast
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Hate radar speed cameras? It’s going to get worse! Police are now testing AI enabled cameras to catch people not wearing their seatbelts and using their mobile phones while driving! And, cows and technology, together at last! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to l…
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Saving money tips for back to school gear tech
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Mike gives the listeners some tips on how to save money when looking at buying tech for back to school. He’ll also look into the success… or failure of the Rayban Facebook Smartglasses. They sold a few hundred thousand of them… but are people using them? Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected …
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Long live paper, and ink!
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Mike talks to the folks at Epson about their Ecotank line of inkjet printers, and how running to the office supply store Sunday night at 8 o’clock to get a new ink cartridge may be a thing of the past! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss mo…
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Will AI help save the world?
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This week, Mike Agerbo is in NYC at the Amazon Web Services conference. He explores how generative AI is solving health issues that can help overcome the shortage of doctors and healthcare workers. Plus, he looks at some solutions to weather forecasting as climate change affects the energy industry! Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charming…
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