kidmental got a Circuit Mess electronics kit for his son to build gadgets like the "Bite Boy" handheld game console. The devices can communicate over long distances using a wireless protocol.https://circuitmess.com/

Chilla set up a new streaming desk setup with a USB hub, pegboard for organization, and a pan/tilt/zoom camera on a shelf to provide multiple camera angles. He's planning to start live streaming more in 2023.https://amzn.to/47m2heF https://amzn.to/47onCnw

Podnar got a new Apple Watch Series 9 to replace his older Series 4. The new watch has better battery life, always-on display, and more sensors to provide running metrics.

Sorg is using the newer workout plans in Apple Fitness to plan his workouts.

NASA beamed a test video of a cat ("Taters") into deep space and back using a new laser communication system, achieving a data rate of 267 megabits per second. This was a test of their ability to transmit high bandwidth data over long distances.https://www.engadget.com/nasa-beamed-a-video-of-a-cat-named-taters-from-deep-space-to-earth-175814869.html

The group discussed the new social media platform Blue Sky and how difficult it is to keep up with new platforms. Many platforms don't have APIs available yet to easily cross-post content.

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Dudders was busy “defending” her 2PW Kicking Cancer’s Ass Championship this weekend!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdP0bpNZQF0

Video games: New games announced at The Game Awards like Baldur's Gate 3 winning Game of the Year; updates on games like Sonic Frontiers and Devil May Cry

Sega is bringing back classics like Jet Set Radio, Shinobi, Streets of Rage and Golden Axe remakes! https://kotaku.com/sega-new-trailers-game-awards-crazy-taxis-jet-set-radio-1851082994

Gaming tech: Using Steam Link to play PC games on TVs/devices around your house; using Xbox Remote Play app to play Xbox on Android TVshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/353380/Steam_Link/https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grill.xbxplay

The end of annual gaming event E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo). But nothing can kill the Adult Entertainment Expohttps://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/video-games/2023/12/12/e3-permanently-canceled/

Raspberry Pi accessories and projects from Vilros websitewww.vilros.com

Google's new Notebook LM service for organizing notes/documents and asking AI questions about the contenthttps://notebooklm.google/

The WeCroak app that sends reminders about mortality 5 times per day

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Time to double buckle up your belt so your pants don't fly off. THRIFTY did a live show DIY style at my apartment. We welcomed our friends Neon Brainiacs, Ghoul on Ghoul and Start The Beat with Sikes.

This Week's Thrifty Finds / Discussion Topics :

• Easy Bake Oven (Kenner-Betty Crocker, 1983)
• Rubber Shark Glove (early 90s)
• Someone's Dentures (unknown)
• Happy Birthday Josh

VINTAGE vs. MODERN
Comparing and contrasting the value of older items versus their modern counterpart.

• Pokemon Cards, Adult Toys, Blow Torches, more.

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BLUFFS for "Alternate Reality", the theme to our show for many reasons

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• We do have our Microsoft representative to keep the Apple chatter in check this week.
• Krause is sharing the OnePlus 6T as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Most people walking around in the world don't NEED the crazy power that most of us have with our phones.
• Chilla is sharing the new iPad Pro as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Apple is talking about 5K support with announcements.
• Sorg is looking at the new Mac Mini as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Pittsburgh has some pretty cool tech, including a cute robotic kitten named Nybble!
• It seems like forever until MarioKart is coming to mobile.
• Live Photos + Motion Stills = a sweet video journal, directly on your iPhone.
• Playstation Classic game line-up has been announced!
• Your Xbox One can make the Taco Bell "bong" noise at startup.
• Pokemon GO will be utilizing Health Kit and Google Fit to track your steps when the app isn't open.
• Chilla is sharing some Apple Pencil updates from the Apple event announcements.
• Motorola and iFixit are teaming up to market an official DIY phone repair kit.

Krause got a new TV he’s sharing as his Awesome Thing of the Week. It’s a Samsung 4K.
Chilla and Krause are sharing some standard operation chatter about protocol for new tech installation – as in how to use the new remote(s) properly!
Want to cut the cord? There are plenty of over the air options out there!
We’ll be getting 4K over the air?!?!
Chilla is SO EXCITED for the release of Home Pod.
It’s the gift that keeps on giving with delayed release options and upgrades!
Sorg is into some DIY for his Awesome Thing of the Week – as in cardboard add-ons for Nintendo Switch.
Pittsburgh company WeSpeke is partnering with CNN to provide language lessons while checking out the news.
Thanks to Laura for sharing the Quantum Leap map this week!
YouTube TV has 300K subscribers in less than a year.
Streaming TV options are great for bringing your TV with you no matter where you go.
We’ve got some great cord cutting options if you’re looking for some comparisons.
Screen share your iOS device for remote help using a new TeamViewer option.
We talk about drones rather frequently, but here’s a first – A lifeguard drone made its first rescue!
From a lifeguard version to a pocket version, there’s pretty much a drone for everyone these days.
We’re ending this week’s podcast with some app recommendations! (Files Go, Drafts)
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