Frequencycast Uk Tech Radio Show

A 20 minute bonus update from Carl and Pete with some podcasting news, an update on the Virgin TiVo, Google Laptops, Broadband survey feedback, your emails and our Bring A Toy To Work Day.

FrequencyCast Show 58 sees Pete and Carl going back to the subject of Broadband. What makes a good provider, what deals are hot, and how easy is it to switch? The lads also torment the FrequencyCast cat with a retro eighties Big Trak. In the news, we see a new trend for tablet newspapers, the end to naughty channels, and BT 3D is upon us. Plus your comments on tablets, slow broadband speeds and HD DVD recorders. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast58.html

A brief update from Carl and Pete before our December show. 11 minutes of chat about BBC iPlayer, news from the iTunes Store and Karotz. We also look at your emails and tweets, as well as talk Zombies and underpowered servers

In FrequencyCast Show 57, Carl and Pete explore the new-look second generation Apple TV box, and see how it could replace the trip to Blockbusters. We also hit the road with the new TomTom Go Live 1000 touchscreen sat nav, and look at a covert keyring. In the news, the new BBC One HD channel and a recall of some BT Vision Powerline adapters. Plus your comments on tablets, streamers, 3D and PIN codes. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast57.html

In FrequencyCast Show 56, Carl and Pete get all three dimensional with discussion of the various types of 3D. We also get hands-on with the Triax Tri-link TV distribution kit and cover common HD questions. As a new feature, we look at a classic piece of tech - in this show, we talk about the trusty pocket calculator. Plus your questions on the Amazon Kindle, Olympus recorders and Freeview after the switchover. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast56.html

The UK Amazon Kindle eBook Reader reviewed by FrequencyCast. Carl and Pete looked at the Kindle for the first time just after release in August 2010, as we featured in Show 55. Now, Pete has had a week of hands-on time to get to grips with the game-changing Kindle book reader. This is our first full Kindle review, which includes answers to your Kindle questions. For pictures and a full review, go to https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/kindle.html

A brief update from Carl and Pete on the changes at Global Radio, a new TomTom sat nav, good news for T-Mobile and Orange users, new toys from Apple, and an alert that we have created a Kindle guide. FrequencyCast Update released 15th September 2010. Spread the word!

In FrequencyCast Show 55, Carl and Pete take their first look at the game-changing Kindle, the new eBook reader from Amazon. We also explore the new Sky Anytime+ service, explain what Project Canvas will offer in 2011, and try out some social collaboration software. In the news, two Facebook rivals on the way, ITV on the PS3, plus lots of TV and radio channel news. We also help you to park your car and coil your cables. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast55.html

In FrequencyCast Show 54, Carl and Pete discuss the BT Vision and Sky sports wars, and get hands-on with the smallest wi-fi radio in the world. We also discuss the upcoming FM Radio Switchover, and look at the Apple climb-down over the iPhone 4 AntennaGate reception problems. In the news, BBC apps, a new Kindle is launched, some HD channel news and the end of speed cameras, plus a wind-up gadget and your emails, calls and tweets. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast54.html

In FrequencyCast Show 53, Carl and Pete take a fresh look at the BT Vision digital TV service. We also look at the massively hyped iPhone 4 launch, get to hear what a radio amateur thinks of radio today, and explore the pocket Fitbug device. All this, plus news headlines, a TV remote control keyring and your phone calls, texts, tweets and emails in Interaction. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast53.html

The iPhone 4 launched, with the associated hype and queues, on Thursday the 24th of June 2010. Carl and Pete take a look at what all the fuss is about, how the launch went and some of the problems with the new handset. Take a listen to the first FrequencyCast hands-on review, plus our look at what tariffs offer the best deal. Images and links at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/iphone4.html

In June 1920, the first entertainment radio broadcast was made. To celebrate 90 years of radio, we spoke to John Bowen, the Chairman of the Chelmsford Amateur Radio Society about those early days, and issues affecting radio listeners. More at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/historyofradio.html

In FrequencyCast Show 52, Carl and Pete look at ways to get more from your digital photos, including some accessories and software. We also take a first look at the pocket Fitbug to help get into shape for the summer, and spend 30 seconds with some goo. In the news, BBC One goes HD, upcoming Apple news, and the controversial Digital Radio Amnesty. Plus, your questions on BBC iPlayer and BT Vision. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast52.html

News on the latest radio research, which TV shows are able to be axed, the new Humax Freeview HD PVR, and a half price Joggler. We also announce our new iPhone app and streaming station. Also, lots of discussion about the HomePlug Powerline adapters - not content with killing shortwave, they are now breaking FM and DAB radio too.

In FrequencyCast Show 51, Carl and Pete discuss our digital future, and the impact to TV, radio and the Internet following the introduction of the Digital Economy Act 2010. We also get hands-on with two walkie-talkies, and play with a silly sound machine. For our Interaction section, We also look at feedback from our listeners, including ITV 1 HD in Scotland, a magic geo-tagging Wi-Fi SD card, the options for catch-up TV, and views on our recent MP3 player feature. Links and transcripts at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast51.html

In April 2010, the FrequencyCast team headed to NEC Birmingham NEC for Gadget Show Live. Here is our special feature on the show. Pictures of the products mentioned can be found at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/gadgetshowlive2010.html

In FrequencyCast Show 50, Carl and Pete look at how to get more from your MP3 player. We explore various add-ons and accessories to aid your listening pleasure, and also look at the alternatives to the iPod and to iTunes. In the news, a roundup of the latest HD news, more on tablet devices, and the launch of Sky 3D. Plus your questions on HD, operating systems, F-plugs and more. Links at www.frequencycast.co.uk/cast50.html

FrequencyCast Update 19 March 2010. Lots of HD channel news, an update on Virgin, a major Google Maps update, your app suggestions, and a look at the Waze social GPS application. More details at frequencycast.co.uk/news

In March 2010, FrequencyCast headed down to the Dabs.com Live IT and Gadget Show at Wembley Stadium. Here is our special feature on the show. Pictures of the show and products featured, can be found at https://www.frequencycast.co.uk/dabsshow.html

SWAP mobile phone watches reviewed by FrequencyCast. Carl and Pete get hands on with two powerful mobile phone watches, the SWAP watch and the SWAP Active. For pictures and a full review, go to http://www.www.frequencycast.co.uk/swapwatches.html