The “free for now” AI moment
One of the big conversations this week is around Adobe Firefly opening the gates for unlimited image and video generations—at least until mid-March. The crew talks about why companies do this (get you hooked), but also why it’s still worth exploring right now if you’re creating promos, openers, or social clips. 

AI hits gaming: the Project Genie ripple
Chachi’s Video Game Minute drops a bigger question: what happens when generative tools reduce the need for traditional creative labor, and how does the industry react when that shift feels immediate? 

Pittsburgh corner: arcade church + LEGO skyline dreams
On the local front, a new arcade opens inside an old church in Duquesne with a one-time entry fee and a whole lot of machines set to free play—instantly landing on the crew’s “we should go there” list. 
And then there’s the LEGO Ideas “Pittsburgh” build: the skyline, the incline, the vibe… and yes, a “bus in a sinkhole.” The crew makes the case for voting it into existence. 

Gadget pick: Cell2Jack = landline nostalgia, modern convenience
Dudders’ Awesome Thing of the Week is Cell2Jack—letting your cell phone ring through a home handset so you can stop missing calls and bring back that “anyone can answer the house phone” feeling. 

Switch 2 upgrades: worth it or nah?
The crew breaks down what “Switch 2 Editions” even mean in practice (and how pricing/extra content is landing), using Mario Wonder’s multiplayer design as a touchpoint. 

Black History Month spotlight: James West
Podnar’s spotlight highlights inventor James West and how the electret microphone helped make modern microphones small, practical, and everywhere—like, literally in your phone. 

Topics Covered:

Apple iOS 18.1 and Apple Intelligence:

• Discover the new Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.1, including call recording, transcription, and advanced Siri capabilities.
• Learn how to upgrade to iOS 18.1 beta and find out which devices are compatible.

Call of Duty Returns:

• Explore the return of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on Xbox Game Pass and its new downloadable content, including WWE character skins.
• Find out about similar gaming experiences on Apple Arcade.

California’s Blockchain Vehicle Titles:

• Understand California’s initiative to digitize vehicle titles using blockchain technology for enhanced security and convenience.

SearchGPT Prototype:

• Get introduced to SearchGPT, a prototype search engine powered by ChatGPT, offering concise answers with citations.
• Compare SearchGPT with traditional search engines like Google.

Gaming Throwback - Rock Band:

• Check out the new Rift Master Wireless Guitar controller for Xbox and PC, perfect for reliving Rock Band nostalgia.
• Learn how the guitar controller integrates with Fortnite’s festival mode.

Show Notes and Links:

• Apple Beta Program: https://beta.apple.com/
• Call of Duty on Game Pass: https://www.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-game-pass
• California DMV Blockchain Initiative: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/
• SearchGPT Waitlist: https://searchgpt.com/
• Rift Master Wireless Guitar: https://www.pdp.com/

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• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast
• Slice on Broadway: https://www.sliceonbroadway.com/
• Sidekick Media Services: https://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/

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In this episode of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, we dive into a plethora of professional wrestling topics with our guest, the “Technical Assassin” Brandon Lee. Tune in for an international flavor as we explore the world of wrestling from both sides of the Atlantic. Here’s what you can expect:

News Stories and Topics:

• Introduction and Crew Update:

• Host Mike Sorgat (@Sorgatron) welcomes the regular crew back after a chaotic week, with The Rizz from RizzPlayzGames and Dave Potter from the iPhoneography podcast and Awesome Cast joining the conversation.

• Discussion on how both Rizz and Sorg ended up wearing matching Chocomania shirts, leading to a humorous start.

Guest Introduction:

• Welcoming Brandon Lee, also known as the “Technical Assassin,” who has wrestled for NWA Exodus Pro, Renegade Wrestling Alliance, and Rise Wrestling. He joins to share insights into British wrestling and his experiences in Cleveland.

Dominic Mysterio Angle:

• Analysis of the ongoing Dominic Mysterio storyline, comparing it to the Eddie Guerrero and Chyna angle. Mention of Jey Uso’s humorous involvement, asking Rhea Ripley to Waffle House.

Carlito and Judgment Day:

• Discussion on Carlito’s mysterious involvement with the Judgment Day and his ambiguous status within the group. Comments on Carlito’s AJ Styles-like shirt design.

Wyatt Six and Rowan’s Video:

• Conversation about the Wyatt Six storyline, Rowan’s heartfelt promo discussing the impact of Brodie Lee and Bray Wyatt’s deaths, and the emotional weight it adds to the narrative.

Creed Brothers Teaming with Chad Gable:

• Excitement over the Creed Brothers teaming with Chad Gable, dressed in suits, and the potential for this new alliance.

AEW and Upcoming Events:

• Preview of AEW Dynamite 250, featuring a champion vs. champion match between MJF and Swerve Strickland. Speculation on the outcomes and implications for AEW’s future.

• Brief mention of the finals of the Owen Hart Tournament and how it impacts current storylines.

Ring of Honor and TV Deal Speculations:

• Discussion on Ring of Honor getting dedicated TV taping time and the potential changes in their presentation and reach.

• Broader conversation on AEW’s television deal and its significance in the wrestling industry.

IndyWrestling.us and Upcoming Shows:

• Promotions for upcoming events, including RWA’s show featuring Crazy Steve and the new content on IndyWrestling.us.

What We Learned Segment:

• Host Reflections:

• Sorg reflects on how the Monday night wrestling show with Combat One in Detroit exceeded expectations, highlighting Valenje of ICP’s involvement and the unique venue of a roller rink.

• Discussion on how this promotion is raising the bar for family-friendly wrestling in Detroit.

Conclusion:

• Upcoming Matches and Events:

• Brandon Lee discusses his upcoming matches and bookings in the UK, including the exciting news about the reboot of World of Sport Wrestling in September.

• Hype for the upcoming Exodus Pro show, featuring a 10-man tag match with EC3 and Carson Drake’s teams.

Check out the Indy Wrestling US Network at www.indywrestling.network. For a short time, get a 7-day FREE trial to access a growing collection of content.

**A special shout out to our Manager Level Patreon supporter Bradley Ruthers (@HeelBradley)

• Laptop Survival Stories: Sorg shares a harrowing tale of his MacBook Pro surviving a dramatic fall down the stairs thanks to a $20 protective case. Dave and Katie also recount their own tech mishaps and the importance of investing in good protection for your devices.https://amzn.to/3VFHe2L 

New Gadgets and Gear:

• Anker Soundcore Headphones: Katie reviews her new Anker Soundcore headphones, highlighting their impressive noise-canceling capabilities and excellent sound quality at an affordable price.https://amzn.to/4cjUTns 

• Logitech C270 HD Webcam: Dave talks about his experience with the Logitech C270 HD webcam, a budget-friendly option that offers decent quality for video calls and online presentations. https://amzn.to/3VE8GOo 

Apple and Adobe Insights:

• Apple’s New Final Cut Pro Camera App: Explore the features of Apple’s new camera app designed for professional video recording with manual controls, aimed at competing with the Black Magic cameras.https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/20/apple-releases-final-cut-pro-for-ipad-2-and-final-cut-camera/

• Adobe’s AI and Subscription Woes: Discussion on Adobe’s recent integration of AI in Lightroom for photo editing, alongside the controversies surrounding their subscription model and recent legal challenges.https://helpx.adobe.com/lightroom-classic/help/remove-tool.html https://www.reuters.com/technology/us-sues-adobe-over-subscription-plan-disclosures-2024-06-17/

Exciting Tech and Media News:

• Godzilla in the Marvel Universe: Katie introduces the upcoming Godzilla variant covers in Marvel Comics, featuring epic battles between Godzilla and various Marvel superheroes.https://www.instagram.com/p/C8pjlYTvErh/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

https://www.instagram.com/p/C8p-WbLu7Rc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

• OpenAI’s Desktop App for Mac: Sorg highlights the new desktop app for ChatGPT, offering seamless integration and enhanced productivity for Mac users.

Practical Tech Tips:

• Zoom’s New Reaction Features: Katie demonstrates Zoom’s new emoji reactions that animate during calls, adding a fun and interactive element to virtual meetings.

• Tips for Keeping Tech Devices Safe: The co-hosts discuss the importance of protective cases and AppleCare for ensuring the longevity and safety of your valuable tech devices.

Tune in for an episode filled with practical advice, entertaining stories, and the latest in tech innovation. Don’t miss out on these geeky updates and stay awesome!

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Activision games like Call of Duty, Tony Hawk, Diablo, and Overwatch will be part of Microsoft/Xbox after the merger closes, but big titles may not hit Game Pass until 2024.https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/17/23921422/xbox-game-pass-activision-blizzard-games-2024-phil-spencer 

An AI voice was used to bring back a deceased actor's voice for the Cyberpunk 2077 expansion, with permission from his family. Raises interesting possibilities and concerns about future use of AI voices.https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/13/23915535/cyberpunk-2077-phantom-liberty-polish-voice-actor-ai-ripperdock-viktor-vektor

People wearing the new Meta Quest 3 VR headsets in public are being called "Meta Glassholes." The full immersion while in public is jarring to see.https://www.theverge.com/23920102/meta-quest-3-in-public-privacy-recording-glassholes

Social media news roundup: Threads getting an edit button, new Threads features like voice threads and follow all mentioned users, and where to find news now that Twitter is messy.https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/12/23914585/instagram-threads-edit-button-voice-postshttps://www.theverge.com/2023/10/17/23921527/another-good-new-threads-feature

AllTrails launching detailed guides to US National Parks with info on fees, reservations, and tips from AllTrails users. Makes trip planning easier.https://www.alltrails.com/guides/country/us

Quick hits: Chilla's new low latency Anker Soundcore Wireless Earbuds for VR gaming, Katie's radio interview about her cancer journey, local news on TikTok and other sources and Ivory for Mastodon comes to MacOS! https://amzn.to/3RX4hpE https://www.audacy.com/stations/kdkaradio/shows/natalie-bencivenga-72fde/episodes/5b16c0a839bb https://tapbots.com/ivory/mac/

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We are joined by Brother Matt . Matt streams on Twitch and YouTube as LordSorg.

Matt is participating in Extra Life, a 24-hour gaming marathon raising money for Children's Hospital Pittsburgh. It starts on Wednesday October 11th at noon.

Sorg talks about his GoPro Media Mod to extend his GoPro 8’s to live production with HDMI, Power and on board Mic upgrades! https://gopro.com/en/us/shop/mounts-accessories/camera-media-mod/ADFMD-001.html 

They discussed Matt's Steam Deck handheld gaming PC. It runs SteamOS (Linux) and has similar power to a PS4.https://www.steamdeck.com/en/

Google announced Project Greenlight to reduce traffic pollution using AI at intersections.https://www.engadget.com/amp/google-ai-stoplight-program-project-green-light-sustainability-traffic-110015328.html

Tesla owners are using the new action button on iPhone 15 to unlock and remotely start their cars.https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-shortcuts-iphone-15-pro-action-button-2023-10

Upcoming games discussed: Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope, Spiderman 2, Assassin's Creed Mirage.

They reminisced about old PC games by looking through Matt's folder of saved games.

The show will be streaming Matt's Extra Life fundraiser on Twitch and YouTube. Viewers can donate to Children's Hospital Pittsburgh. https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=514767

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Dudders finally played Untitled Goose Game on Steam

https://goose.game/

Follow Podnar on the Pittsburgh Marathon App https://www.thepittsburghmarathon.com/pages/pittsburgh-marathon-app

Opera One is a browser designed for generative AI features where we can respond to articles as a grumpy cat. https://www.engadget.com/opera-one-is-a-browser-designed-for-generative-ai-features-070048153.html

Sorg has a brand new CapCut workflow between Mac, iPhone and the cloud.

How are our hosts using AI in their daily workflow now?

Botched SpaceX Starship Launch Leaves Texas Town Covered in Debris and Dust. What did they miss? https://gizmodo.com/flawed-spacex-starship-launch-texas-town-covered-dust-1850368682?fbclid=IwAR3UWOJHcapdE954Iq8U8SxiJv3nHOEG1NQ-YXR1eMpuyzkUDV4QL1t1SHg

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SPECIAL THANKS to our Executive Producer Brian Crawford!

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We've got Kim Lyons, John Chichilla, Katie Dudas, and Mike Sorg chatting about this week's tech headlines, including:

• Katie is sharing one of her secret apps with us as her Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Chilla's Awesome Thing of the Week is Meeter, a Mac based app for meeting apps like Zoom, Webex, and Microsoft Teams.
• Kim's Awesome Thiclip-ang of the Week is Pittsburgh airport adding UVC lights to cleaning robot to help kill coronavirus.
• Adding to the robot stories, Sorg is sharing a robodog in Singapore that reminds park goers to keep their distance.
• The Play Table is a new way to play board games.
• Wyze has a webcam driver to bring new capabilities to your camera.
• Stanford scientists have created a sound that instantly boils water.
• We're looking at some car desk options to support working on the go.
• The porn industry could help reopen America with contact tracing and testing model adopted for tracking coronavirus.
• Katie is confusing the Slice pizza app and Slice on Broadway, but she's telling us how the app is helping pizza joints.
• Kids are hacking calculators with all their down time.
• Katie is giving us our weekly Animal Crossing New Horizons update!clip
• Spotify is testing video podcasts.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

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• Krause is shaking it up in 2020 - - - - ON iOS! (For those at home, he's #TeamAndroid.)
• Chilla's Awesome Thing of the Week is a modified Xbox adaptive controller.
• Sorg's Awesome Thing of the Week is a foldable controller mobile phone holder that has changed his iPhone gaming.
• Sorg's (mini) Awesome Thing of the Week is a Sylvania wifi light bulb.
• Pornhub was sued for making it difficult for the deaf to enjoy their products.
• Japan has released a range of miniature furniture for cats, and My Modern Met has the BEST pictures.
• Ford creates more than cars - like a noise-cancelling dog kennel to protect your pup from fireworks noises.
• Wyze loses its AI to Apple, and we're talking about how it's affecting things.
• Krause wants to know why people keep putting cameras in sensitive places (like the bedroom) where people can hack them.
• Ben & Jerry's has a Netflix and Chill'd flavor?

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We are BACK from our year-end hiatus with Chilla, Dudders, and Sorg to talk current tech news!

• Chilla is sharing a sweet Xbox phone controller mount as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Katie is sharing her Tervis water bottle as her Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Sorg is sharing some CES 2020 updates as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• There's an artist that transforms everyday objects into out-of-this-world art!
• Did you know there's a "clean" spitball gun that makes 350 spitballs from a single roll of toilet paper?
• PS5 is looking to solve some backwards compatibility issues, and we're pretty excited about it!
• Giant Eagle pharmacy is stepping into the home automation game with an Alexa Skill that will help you get your refills and keep you on schedule for your prescriptions.
• Chilla is sharing some information about how to mount an older iMac with a non-removable arm.
• Katie is sharing some news on how to spot fake images with your smart phone.
• Segway is coming out with a new project (which Sorg is referring to as the Wall-E chair).
• Sorg found a great video about Nintendo and Scandinavia.
• A US model raised over $750K for the Australian wild fires by sending nudes.
• We're taking a look at a Lenovo photo frame as an option to share your digital photos.
• Lora DiCarlo is back at CES 2020 with some new tech adult toys.
• We're wrapping up this week's show with some preliminary thoughts on CES 2020. Of course, we'll be talking more NEXT week after the event.

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Sorg and Chilla are hanging with Producer Missy to bring us this week's tech news, including:

• Sorg has had an opportunity to check out some Disney+. He's sharing as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• The Motorola Razr is coming back, and Chilla is telling us just how awesome it's going to be as he shares his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• With all the positive talk about Disney+, there are a few hiccoughs along the way. We're discussing one of the biggest issues users face.
• The new MacBook Pro looks pretty sweet, guys.
• We're getting a little old-school with a BuzzFeed list that Producer Missy found.
• Hyundai is keeping clean energy a thing exploring solar energy options for your car (and more).
• Have you ever had Alexa blast your IR? Chilla is once again bringing us into the future.
• Star Wars is now in Fortnite!
• Everyone is on that Star Wars train! Roblox is offering some Star Wars options as we get ready for Rise of Skywalker.
• Game Pass Ultimate adds Discord, Spotify and EA Access freebies PLUS 50 new games!
• Speaking of Xbox updates, Sorg is letting us know about some Project xCloud news, too!

After the show remember to:

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It's cold and snowy here in Pittsburgh, but Chilla and Sorg are braving the elements to bring you this week's tech news, including:

• It's time for our Awesome Thing of the Week segment, and Chilla is sharing some Minecraft Minefaire!
• Since we're talking about Minecraft, have you checked out Minecraft Earth?
• Sorg's Awesome Thing of the Week is a gem he found from his Apple Arcade. Mini Motorways may be his new obsession.
• Sorg and Chilla are sharing some of the games they're playing on Apple Arcade.
• Allegheny County is looking to add Tesla to its Sheriff's Office deputy vehicle options.
• What better than a life-size Pac-Man maze? What about one within driving distance?
• Apple's AR glasses may be a gaming headset?
• Niantic will be including more businesses in their real-world AR platform.
• Veterans are using an AR app to help manage anxiety.
• Adobe is launching Project Awesome Audio to help clean up recordings with a single click.
• Netflix may no longer be supported on your device.
• How about playing some real-life pinball - - - - - - over the internet?
• We're checking in on Neko the Cat.
• PokemonGO will let you play with your friends' monster pals in AR.

After the show remember to:

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• Krause is sharing Pittsburgh's bus in a sinkhole (and the magic that happened on the internet afterwards) as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Chilla is sharing Apple's new AirPods Pro as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Sorg is sharing the Black Series from Arcade1Up as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Amazon Fresh is now delivering for free to Amazon Prime members.
• Sony has trademarked PS6 (and beyond).
• Deep Fusion is now available with iOS 13.2.
• We're taking a look at Xbox bundles, including All Access options from $20 per month.
• Blizard Con is next week. Chilla is looking forward to the leaks.
• Chilla is considering getting Nvidia's new shield TV pro with Dolby vision.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

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Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

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You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Remember to check out our friends at the The 405 Media (@The405Radio), and Postindustrial Audio (@post_industry) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.com for more entertainment; and view us livestreaming Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST

Sorg is joined by Dave Podnar (of the Tiny Shutter Podcast) for this week's episode.  The boys are talking about recent tech news, including:

• Sorg's Awesome Thing of the Week is his Apple Watch repair experience.
•  Sorg and Podnar are sharing tips for Apple Watch use and care.
• Podnar's Awesome Thing of the Week is KFC's test of the fried chicken and glazed donut sandwich.
• Apple had an announcement recently. Podnar is sharing his thoughts on some of what was revealed.
• Sorg and Podnar are running down some of the updates on the iPhone 11 and whether or not they're looking to upgrade their current models.
• The most remarkable update for the Apple iPhone 11 is the camera upgrade.
• Podnar is sharing some of the Snapchat 3D selfie feature availability on the iPhone X and up.
• AppleCare is changing their coverage from a standard 2 year plan to a subscription option.
• Walmart is taking on delivery service competitors with a $98 unlimited service.
• Doors Open Pittsburgh provides guided tours of Pittsburgh.
• Producer Missy is telling us about a smart device cane designed to help visually impaired individuals be more independent.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

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Remember to check out our friends at the River’s Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) and The 405 Media (@The405Radio) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

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It's a slow tech news week, but Katie, Sorg, and Chilla have plenty to talk about, including:

• Katie is sharing Scream District from ScareHouse Basement as her Awesome Thing of the Week!
• Chilla's Awesome Thing of the Week is a Kickstarter project for GENKI - a covert dock for the Nintendo Switch.
• Sorg is sharing Steam Link as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Loot Crate is going away - - and we're a little reminiscent of when we used to get those fun little boxes in the mail!
• Spotify's podcast dashboard is coming out of beta. We're sharing some insights - - as podcaster people.
• Sorg is sharing some of the fun tech involved with SAE's Autodrive Challenge.
• Want to let people nap in your living room? Globe Living is the Air BNB of napping!
• Super Mario Maker comes to Counter Strike - - with the impossible Mario level.
• PS3's Journey is available on iOS?
• Snap Spectacles are still a thing with their 3rd generation and 2 HD cameras!
• We find ourselves questioning how Chilla doesn't own any mini gaming devices. Thankfully he's fixing that with the Turbo Grafx Mini!
• We talked about Ninja's switch to Mixer, and it looks like his now dormant Twitch feed is streaming some "adult" content?
• Verizon sold Tumblr to WordPress, and they're maintaining their porn ban.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

Want to be part of our studio audience?  Hit us up at awesomecast@sorgatronmedia.com and we’ll save you a seat!

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter: Chilla (@chilla), Katie (@Kdudders),  and Sorg (@Sorgatron)

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• Chilla is sharing Facetime autocorrection as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Google Maps had an alternative solution to traffic back-ups, which took some travelers off-roading?
• Sorg is resurrecting his PokemonGO play in response to the new Harry Potter game.
• We're pretty excited that furries return to the 'Burgh this weekend. It's like Pittsburgh's very own PokemonGO opportunity IRL.
• Dear Google - We need you to do a street view of the furry parade for Anthrocon 2019.
• Bernie Sanders is on Twitch...
• Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo come out against tariffs on gaming consoles.
• EA Access is coming to PS4 this month!
• Chilla is sharing some MacOS dock options for the touchbar.
• Google Maps can predict how crowded your train or bus will be.
• Windows 1.0 is making a comeback?
• While Katie is not with us in studio tonight, she did share a story about German sex sheds!

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Bobby Cherry joins us in studio with Sorg, while Chilla checks in from Studio C to talk this week in tech news, including:

• Sorg is sharing his experiences filming SAE's AutoDrive as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Chilla is sharing his Surface headphones as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Bobby is sharing the bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policy as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• We're talking about an update in iMovie to include green screen capabilities and picture-in-picture.
• We're checking out some updates on Be My Eyes (which we checked out a little bit ago).
• Chilla is talking some cloud with iCloud and xCloud updates.
• Amazon is building scale models to help train their little drones learn.

After the show remember to:

Want to support our friends at Postindustrial? Check out their Kickstarter.

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Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter:  Bobby Cherry (@GoBobbo), John Chichilla (@chilla),  and Mike Sorg (@Sorgatron)

Have you seen our AwesomeTips videos?

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

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Chilla and Sorg are holding down the fort at Sorgatron Media Studios as they bring you this week in tech news, including:

• Of course Chilla is bringing us some Iron Man VR as his Awesome Thing of the Week this week!
• Sorg's Awesome Thing of the Week is space - thanks to his viewing of Apollo 11 and the rabbit hole he found himself in.
• Amanda let us know about the Leo AR Camera app that allows you to do cool things with, ironically enough, astronauts and more!
• Burger King is flame broiling more than its burgers.
• A public library in Bethlehem has a hands-on opportunity for podcasters.
• Apple has done a bit this week, including announcing an arcade gaming subscription service!
• AirPods are getting even better.
• Sorg is letting us know about the new Oculus Rift arriving this spring.
• Konami is celebrating 50 years by bringing Castlevania and Contra to consoles - and we couldn't be happier.
• We've talked about AR things that don't exist - like cats and people. Now there's a whole website dedicated to things that don't exist!
• Apple had an event. We're sharing some of the big ticket items that caught our attention.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

Want to be part of our studio audience? Hit us up at awesomecast@sorgatronmedia.com and we’ll save you a seat!

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter: Chilla (@chilla), and Sorg (@Sorgatron)

Have you seen our AwesomeTips videos?

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Remember to check out our friends at the River’s Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) and The 405 Media (@The405Radio) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.com for more entertainment; and view us livestreaming Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST

Chilla, Sorg, and Krause are bringing you this week's tech news as we ramp up for the upcoming Apple announcement. We're sharing:

• It's a big Google news day, so we'll be talking about that tech news shortly!
• Google is making a foray into video games with Stadia. Krause is sharing the service as part of his Awesome Thing of the Week!
• We're talking about the implications of a video game system via Google Stadia and Chromecast.
• Before we get too excited about Stadia, will it go the way of Inbox or Google+ or Google Reader?
• Chilla is sharing a Microsoft update for Microsoft Teams - with 8 new features.
• We're a little excited about the updates for Microsoft Teams.
• Are you a Google One subscriber? Did YOU get a free Google Home Mini?
• Sorg is featuring his new Google Home Mini as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• There are some phishy emails and phone calls going around lately.
• There's a new iPad Air. Chilla is giving us some updates to look forward to.
• Google Maps adds new styles and gameplay options for mobile games.
• Playing games can build 21st century skills.
• Retailers, like Disney, are engaging customers with gamified storytelling.
• Netflix is working on a follow-up to Bandersnatch with a Bear Grylls survival show!
• EA paid Ninja to stream Apex Legends. We're sharing some thoughts.
• We're deep diving some of the doors Stadia can open with online gaming and cooperative gaming.
• Remember Dreamcast? Do you remember what's on your old memory card?
• Krause is leaving DirecTV NOW - but he's looking at some great streaming video options!
• Speaking of streaming video, Sorg is catching up with some Halt and Catch Fire.
• Angry Birds AR is coming to iPhone.
• Halo is getting a Master Chief collection!
• What happens when you combine Carmen Sandiego and Google Earth? We can't wait to find out!
• Twitter is going back to 2009 with twttr.
• Krause is helping his wife transition to life without a button with a new iPhone.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

Want to be part of our studio audience? Hit us up at awesomecast@sorgatronmedia.com and we’ll save you a seat!

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter: Chilla (@chilla), Sorg (@Sorgatron), and Krause (@KrazyKrause)

Have you seen our AwesomeTips videos?

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Remember to check out our friends at the River’s Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) and The 405 Media (@The405Radio) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

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Sorg, Katie, and Chilla brave the bitter cold this week to bring you this week's tech news, including:

• Chilla is sharing a Nintendo Switch TV as his Awesome Thing of the Week this week.
• Katie is sharing the Brazilian 501st Legion carnival float as her Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Sorg is sharing the Steel Cage Challenge video game as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Chilla is sharing Excel's ability to take a printout from another screen into OCR to create an editable table using AI.
• Pittsburgh's mayor signs an executive order creating new rules for self-driving cars.
• AlphaLab Gear's Hardware Cup winner has been announced!
• Speaking of cool things coming out of Pittsburgh, we're talking about Creation Labs and their 3D Printing space at South Hills Village.
• Weezer created a Fortnite island to promote its new album.
• There is an awesome Transformers cosplay cover of Immigrant Song.
• We're talking about Spectre, a great app with a slow shutter and neural engine that helps with long exposure photography.
• Replay FX is coming back! 2019 dates announced.
• ScareHouse is venturing into the laser tag realm with Rogue Laser Grounds.
• Jibo the social robot died?!?!
• Apex Legends already has 50 million players after one month.
• Thunderbolt devices are getting cheaper.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

Want to be part of our studio audience? Hit us up at awesomecast@sorgatronmedia.com and we’ll save you a seat!

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter: Katie (@Kdudders), Sorg (@Sorgatron) and Chilla (@chilla)

Have you seen our AwesomeTips videos?

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Remember to check out our friends at the River’s Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) and The 405 Media (@The405Radio) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

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Katie, Chilla, and Sorg are back in studio joined by John Carman this week to run down the tech news you should know about, including:

• Looks like we've got some gaming news lined up for this episode.
• Apex Legends was released, and Chilla is sharing his thoughts.
• We're comparing Apex Legends to Fortnite.
• Sorg's Awesome Thing of the Week is Fortnite's Marshmello concert.
• Rizz discovered the BEST Twitch channel. Sorg is sharing with all of us.
• Xbox Live is coming to other platforms in the near future.
• Dr. Mario World is coming to mobile gaming.
• Sony has filed a patent for backwards compatibility.
• Worried about losing your Apple AirPods? Turn them into earrings!
• Chilla has the 5GE!
• American Airlines flights will now have free Apple Music streaming if you're a subscriber.
• Amazon is teaming up with Audible for a choose-your-own adventure experience on Alexa.
• We've decided that Slice needs an Alexa skill to order pizza for us.
• News Guard is helping you find out whether it's fake news or the real thing.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

Want to be part of our studio audience? Hit us up at awesomecast@sorgatronmedia.com and we’ll save you a seat!

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter: Sorg (@Sorgatron) and Chilla (@chilla)

Have you seen our AwesomeTips videos?

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Remember to check out our friends at the River’s Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) and The 405 Media (@The405Radio) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.com for more entertainment; and view us livestreaming Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST

Katie joins Sorg in studio this week as Chilla is remote from Studio C. It's time to get geeky as we're talking about this week's tech news, including:

• Katie is opening a bar - - well ScareHouse is. And it's her Awesome Thing of the Week this week.
• You need zombies? Katie knows a guy.
• Chilla's Awesome Thing of the Week is the Elgato CamLink.
• Sorg and Chilla are looking at some of the differences between prosumer and consumer cameras.
• Sorg is sharing Lyft filters as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Playstation Now lets you download games to play offline.
• The new Amazon Echo Show looks sharp.
• Katie is talking about ads that interact with Google Home.
• We have learned that the beach has VR.
• Mirror.Co has a mirror that gives you workout assistance.
• Are you a Windows Insider and want to jump off the train? Chilla has some tips and tricks.
• Windows launched the Whiteboard app.
• You know your platform is successful when you launch a version of Angry Birds on it.
• Capcom has released Mega Man Classics cartridges.

BONUS: Katie shared a great Reddit thread about a missed connection in Pittsburgh.

After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

Want to be part of our studio audience? Hit us up at awesomecast@sorgatronmedia.com and we’ll save you a seat!

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter: Katie (@Kdudders) , Chilla (@chilla) and Sorg (@Sorgatron)

Have you seen our AwesomeTips videos?

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Remember to check out our friends at the River’s Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) and The 405 Media (@The405Radio) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.com for more entertainment; and view us livestreaming Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST!

Max Parker returns to the show this week to talk video games and E3 with us. He’s joined in studio by Chilla and Sorg to talk about this week in tech news, including:
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Chilla is sharing an Amazon update as his Awesome Thing of the Week. Specifically, Alexa voice controls are now available on Apple iOS.
Chilla’s #1 use for his home automation set-up is to turn his TV on and off.
If Alexa is broken, Chilla doesn’t watch TV.
The Home Pod sits next to the Echo Dot.
Sorg keeps going back to previous Awesome Thing of the Week nods as his current item. This week he’s talking some Pokemon GO updates.
Of course Sorg was playing Pokemon GO while filming on location with a client shoot.
You can FINALLY make friends on Pokemon GO and trade Pokemon.
Pokemon did a remake of Pokemon Yellow for Pokemon Let’s Go. Max is sharing some thoughts about it AND the pokeball Joycon controller.
Max was on-site at E3 2018 and is sharing some of his insights.
Red Dead Redemption in 4K is apparently AMAZING.
Brian is pretty excited about his new backpack.
Movie Pass competitors are striking back! Thanks to Brandon and Sorg for letting us know about AMC and Alamo Drafthouse responses.
E3 opened back up to the public this year. Things were a little different this year than last year, though.
Thanks to Katie for sharing Fortnite shaved ice with us from the road.
Chilla is looking for dongle tricks.
After the show remember to:

Eat at Slice on Broadway (@Pgh_Slice) if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

Want to be part of our studio audience? Hit us up at awesomecast@sorgatronmedia.com and we’ll save you a seat!

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

Follow these awesome people on Twitter: Max Parker (@GameGuyPGH), Chilla (@chilla) and Sorg (@Sorgatron)

Have you seen our AwesomeTips videos?

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Remember to check out our friends at the River’s Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) and The 405 Media (@The405Radio) who replay the show on their stream throughout the week!

Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.com for more entertainment; and view us livestreaming Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST!