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Sneak Peek! The New ASUS ExpertBooks Laptops Debuting Next Month Jul 23, 2021

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* Don’t trust your business to any ‘ol laptop. ASUS’s Beca Truong joins us to share what’s new with ExpertBooks
* Have trouble falling or staying asleep? Learn all about Wesper sleep kits on today’s program
* We’ll also hear about WhereiPark, a popular platform that connects those with parking spots to rent with those who need ‘em
* We have another $100 Hotels.com giveaway, so tune into the podcast to hear how to enter. Good luck!

Get OnStar, Even if You Don’t Drive a GM (Works on Foot Too!) Jul 17, 2021

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· Learn all about OnStar Guardian, the new app for up to 7 family members and friends, to help you behind the wheel or outside of the vehicle.
· Seen those trendy Nanoleaf smart light panels for your wall? Learn what’s new with the CEO from the company.
· Need some fun summer ideas? We talk with lifestyle expert and author Meredith Sinclair, who penned the book, Well Played: The Ultimate Guide to Awakening Your Family's Playful Spirit
· Ransomware attacks, Big News! I discuss the importance of proactively backing up your files. Consider a WD hard drive, SSD, or SanDisk USB flash drive

Hit With Ransomware? DON'T PAY! Jul 09, 2021

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* Find out why you should never pay if a cybercriminal locks down your files and demands a ransom. We’re joined by ESET’s Tony Anscombe
*Wall Stories are cartoon decals for a child’s wall – but comes alive through an augmented reality app
*LG joins us to chat about OLED TV and why it’s the definitive technology for enjoying TV shows, movies, sports, and games
*Hotels.com is giving away another $100 gift card. Find out in the show how to be eligible for the random draw. It’s super easy (but you need to be 18+ and in the U.S.)

"Fake News"? What About Fake REVIEWS? Jun 25, 2021

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* Be wary of the reviews you read online, as they may be fake. We talk with Nixplay about the problem.
* Tech expert Amber Mac joins us to share some summer tech ideas, and I also share some picks, too.
* Learn all about Pastimes, a trendy new app for meeting new people and enjoying the great outdoors.
* Congrats to Andrea Anderson, the winner of the Hotels.com $100 gift card! We’ll give away three more this summer. Stay tuned.

We Chat with Prez of Nintendo of America! Hotels.com Giveaway, E3 highlights & More Jun 18, 2021

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* Congratulations to Jessica DiPalma, winner of the ASUS VivoBook Flip 14, commemorating the 200th episode of Tech It Out last week
* We talk with the Doug Bowser, President of Nintendo of America, on E3 highlights
* Alan Lewis from Take-Two Interactive joins us to talk about video game diversity, equity and inclusion
* Hotels.com has a new campaign that can save you serious money, plus we’re giving away a $100 Hotels.com gift card
* I share some gadget gift ideas for Dads and Grads (yep, Father’s Day is this weekend)
* Tech lifestyle expert Carley Knobloch stops by with some fun summer tech picks

Our 200th Show! Hear How to Enter to Win an ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 Laptop! Jun 11, 2021

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* Thank you to everyone for your support on Tech It Out. This is our 200th episode! To commemorate the milestone, ASUS is giving away a sleek convertible laptop. Listen to the show for details.
* Western Digital chats with us about the benefits of local storage versus the cloud (and a hybrid approach to protecting your files)
* LG’s new high-tech refrigerators have “cool” features, including the ability to create 2-inch spherical ice – perfect for cocktails.
* Antstream Arcade is a new cloud-based retro gaming service that is currently free to play. Give these classic games a spin!
* Tech lifestyle expert Mario Armstrong joins us to talk about some gadget gift ideas for dads and grads (Father’s Day and college graduates)

One Week 'til E3! We Get Our Game On With the ESA & a Pair of E3 Hosts Jun 04, 2021

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* The annual E3 video game expo takes place next weekend, an all-virtual event, so anyone can attend online, and for free
* We talk with the host of E3, the Entertainment Software Association (The ESA), with none other than the President and CEO, Stanley Pierre-Louis
* We’re joined by Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez, one of the official E3 hosts and a top esports commentator
* Also, Jacki Jing, another E3 host (and seasoned on-camera host and producer) will join us to talk gaming trends, and what to expect at E3
* Finally, learn how to be eligible to win an ASUS VivoBook Flip 14, a stunning convertible laptop, to celebrate the 200th episode of Tech It Out next weekend.

The Future is Here: 3D-Printed Teeth ... Seriously! May 28, 2021

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* Learn about Flexcera, new 3D-printed teeth technology, from Desktop Health
* Automotive expert Manuel Carrillo III talks about the evolution of electric vehicles (EVs), including the Hyundai IONIQ
* Digital photo frames are making a comeback. We catch up with PhotoSpring on their new products
* Announced last week, be the first to hear all about the SanDisk Professional line of storage, coming this summer

Scan Receipts & Earn Gift Cards with Fetch Rewards May 22, 2021

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* Learn how Fetch Rewards turns all your retail and restaurant receipts into savings
* What is Ecosia? It’s a search engine that plants trees (and much more)
* Do an eye test at home with EyeQue, and use your number to order eyeglasses through an app.
* Back-up your important files onto an external SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, for safe keeping and fast access

Protect Yourself Online with NordVPN, DeleteMe, and Stash Password Manager May 14, 2021

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* Not all ‘Virtual Private Networks’ are created equal. We talk with NordVPN about its competitive advantages
* DeleteMe stops by to talk about how (and why) they remove your personal information online
* We also talk with Stash Password Manager, on its new security app and optional hardware solution

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