Real Tech FM - Episode 17

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Topics discussed:

• The FCC is asked to investigate stagnant data caps in the US
• California’s “Do Not Track” internet law isn’t necessarily a good thing
• The death of the tactile button
• RTFM’s App Pick: Notesy (iOS)

Additional Notes

• You can find out more about Notesy at http://notesy-app.com/

Sorry about the impromptu two-week hiatus! Fear not, though - Episode 17 is on-track to air this Sunday at 6:30pm on KUCR 88.3FM, and Episode 18 is in the can, so we’re back to our regularly scheduled broadcasting with only one or two deviations in the future.

Real Tech FM - Episode 16

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Topics discussed:

• Sprint’s Google Voice integration is now live
• Windows 8 rumors and leaks give us a glimpse into the future
• Hulu+ is now available on the Xbox 360
• In this week’s Unwarranted Drama Theater: Apple and the Location Tracking Controversy

Additional Notes

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Real Tech FM - Episode 15

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Topics discussed:

• Firefox 4 launches with some impressive refinements
• CallGraph helps people podcast from afar via Skype
• A diatribe on smartphones and their shortcomings

Additional Notes

• Firefox is and always will be free. If you’re interested, grab a copy from the Firefox website
• You can try out CallGraph by downloading it from www.Scribie.com/free-skype-recorder

Real Tech FM - Episode 14

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Topics discussed:

• We interview two members of Team Inspiration, this year’s UCR representatives at Microsoft’s Imagine Cup 2011!

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Real Tech FM - Episode 13

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Topics discussed:

• Are smartphones poised to overtake dedicated handheld gaming devices?
• A small outage with GMail reminds us that it’s wise to back up our e-mail!
• Sensationalist spyware strikes Samsung, scanning software stumbles

Additional Notes

• MailStore Home is a great way to backup your web-based e-mail account - try it out, it’s free!
• Check out the Windows upgrade video to see the evolution of Microsoft’s flagship OS

Real Tech FM - Episode 12

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Topics discussed:

• iOS 4.3.1 launches with a few new features, including faster Javascript in the Safari app
• Apple also addresses earlier concerns of abuse of In-App Payments with iOS 4.3
• AT&T moves to purchase T-Mobile - why this acquisition is bad news for the rest of us
• NoteSlate looks to replace pen and paper with pen and e-ink tablet

Additional Notes

• For more information about the NoteSlate device, check out its website at http://www.noteslate.com/

Real Tech FM - Episode 11

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Topics discussed:

• Amazon’s new video streaming service is now available. How does it compare to Netflix?
• Should Apple be responsible for abuse of In-App-Payments in 3rd party apps?
• Motorola’s flagship Android 3.0 tablet Xoom zooms

Additional Notes

• You can find more information about Amazon Prime and its streaming service here.

I just wanted to let you guys know that RTFM will be on a two-week hiatus while I take on finals. Look for a new episode on the 20th!

Real Tech FM - Episode 10

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Topics discussed:

• Internet Explorer 9 RC is now available for those interested in a sneak-peek at Microsoft’s newest browser upgrade
• Was Sony’s Playstation Network hacked? It probably wasn’t, but there’s still a lesson to be learned
• Facebook is now on a SIM card - finally, a use for all those text messages!
• Everyday gadgets and technology - how the mundane is becoming the magical

Additional Notes

• Internet Explorer 9 RC can be downloaded here or via Windows Update on Windows Vista and 7 (sorry Windows XP users!)
• Take a look at Gemalto’s press release on its as-yet-unreleased Facebook for SIM