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The $20K Slate EV, Linux Mint, Recycle PCs and Smart Battery Upgrades with Kevin Schoonover – HGG662
In this week’s episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I’m joined by Kevin Schoonover for a packed discussion that jumps from health and fitness to EV trucks, from Windows 10’s sunset to ARM’s rise, and all th…
Published on 10 hours ago
Gavin Campbell with Smart Yard Automation, Unraid 7.2 Enhancements, and the Rise of Local AI – HGG661
Gavin Campbell joins this week and we covered winter weather, his strong early results with the Segway Navimow robot mower, the improved sound and smart-home functionality of the Echo Dot Max, and hi…
Published on 1 week ago
EcoFlow and Eco-Worthy Solar Setup Updates, Using Local AI at Home – HGG660
In this episode, we discuss the latest with my solar setup (EcoFlow battery, Eco-Worthy panels) and take a deep dive into local AI — exploring LLMs you can run at home, privacy implications, and prac…
Published on 3 weeks ago
Lutron Smart Plug, AirPods Pro 3, iPhone 17, and a Switch to Visible – HGG659
In this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I spent some time diving into a few recent tech updates and sharing a bit of what’s been going on with me. I started with a look at the Lutron PD-150UTB-BL smart…
Published on 4 weeks ago
AirPods to AI: Tech, Crypto, and Life Updates with Christian Johnson – HGG658
In this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I’m joined by Christian Johnson. We start with a discussion about the new Apple AirPods Pro 3, which I’ve purchased and am waiting to try once they arrive. From …
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
AI and Assistive Technology in Education: Insights with Dr. Brian Friedlander – HGG657
On this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I had the chance to sit down with Dr. Brian Friedlander to talk about how AI is changing the landscape of assistive technology. We covered everything from tools …
Published on 2 months ago
Books. Beats. Batteries: Jay Franze with Mac Upgrades and Solar Questions – HGG656
Jay Franze is back, and we talk about his new book, Stand Out or Fade Out. Jay considers upgrading his Mac Mini and shares updates on home projects and a new service dog for his daughter. Jim updates…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Tech Gadgets Galore: Erin Lawrence’s Latest Reviews and Innovations – HGG655
Erin Lawrence joins me this week for a wide-ranging conversation on home, lawn, and automotive gadgets. We dig into the future of lawn care with the Segway Navimow robot lawn mower, discuss battery b…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
When Smart Gets Smarter: Lighting, Lawn Care, and DIY Solar Systems – HGG654
Gavin Campbell joins me this week for a deep dive into smart home automation, solar experimentation, and the latest in robotic lawn care. Jim shares updates and lessons learned from his Bluetti solar…
Published on 3 months ago
From Prime Day to Power Play: Jim’s Solar Experiment Begins – HGG653
I recently kicked off a solar power project at home to test the efficiency of two 100-watt, 18-volt bi-facial panels I picked up for $99 each during Prime week. The goal is to see how they perform in…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago