Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; The release of the new Apple iPhone 17 is imminent so should you be buying a 16 now, or wait? Plus the importance of keeping your devices up-to-date. Plus details of an offer of a year's free access to Perplexity AI. F…

This week on AwesomeCast 748, hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar break down the latest in tech, gadgets, and geek news: • AI tools for creators: why Opus Pro beats CapCut for quick, high-quality clips • Instagram’s new Picture-in-Picture mode for Reels • Testing Amazon Lens Live for smarter shopping • Retro gaming hype with the Mortal…

Fevzi Turkalp, the GadgetDetective, joins Petrie Hosken on Talk TV to discuss the best new gadgets. 1st Gadget of the Week is the AgfaPhoto RealiMove MC3X. This digital video camera incorporates a 3 axis gimble to keep the picture or video rock steady even if you're moving around. Sporting a 4K resolution and built in 3 inch screen and Wi-Fi this i…

Fevzi Turkalp, the GadgetDetective, joins Matthew Wright on LBC Radio to discuss how school exams are going to have to be overhauled to take account of the use of AI by students. How can examiners keep up with the pace of change? Is the AI impact on society, such as the loss of jobs to automation, being taken seriously enough by governments? You ca…

AwesomeCast 747 – Floating Bars, Hello Kitty Games, and AI Colleagues Hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are joined by Kit Mueller of SkillBuilder.io to explore the latest tech, gaming, and Pittsburgh innovations. • Pittsburgh’s new Riverlife “Shore Thing” floating pop-up on the Allegheny, run by Brew Gentlemen. More info • Nintendo S…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Becky Measures on BBC Radio Derby to discuss smart applications in our homes, everything from TVs to white goods, such as fridges, freezers, washing machines, microwaves, kettles and more. Is it useful, or even a good idea for security, and do we really need our fridge ordering our groceries? You can follo…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jumoké Fashola on BBC Radio London to discuss calls for people to delete their old emails in an effort to save water. Is this as crazy as it sounds, only one way to find out, listen in! Plus doesn't apologising or thanking AI waste energy, or might it keep it sweet so we don't all end up with them as maste…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; Gadget of the Week 1 is the Anker Solix C200 DC.With a massive 60,000mAh capacity this power bank is ideal for families and features a charging display the ability to plug in an optional solar panel to recharge it, and…

Cohosts Michael Sorg and Dave Podnar welcome Josh Dorfman, Co-founder, CEO, and host of SuperCool, to talk about the adoption era of climate tech—where real solutions are cutting emissions and saving money today. Josh shares insights from BrainBox AI’s energy-saving building systems, Google’s Project Sunroof, and even a Pennsylvania school district…

Hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are back with another fun-filled episode of AwesomeCast, bringing their favorite geeky picks and tech stories of the week from Pittsburgh and beyond. 🔸 Highlights from this episode: 🧱 Katie’s Awesome Thing – Hello Kitty x BLDR Toy Bricks Jazwares’ new toy brick line BLDR introduces a Hello Kitty set …

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jim Davis on BBC Radio London to bring you the latest tech news and reviews. This time; Gadget 1 is the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk. Comprising a wireless keyboard and separate trackpad in a folio form that unfolds to elevate the screen of your laptop. Ideal for those who spend a long time working on their l…

In this week’s tech and pop culture roundup, the crew swaps travel tales, dives into toy news, and tries out new gadgets. Hear about a massive indoor amusement park experience, a quirky calendar mash-up, a McDonald’s Happy Meal toy line combining pop culture icons, a nostalgic Mac-style USB-C hub, live object recognition from a mobile AI assistant,…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Aaron Paul on BBC Radio London to discuss how to combat phone crime. With so many having their phones stolen while out and about what can we do as users to protect both our devices and the data that's stored upon them, and what to do if your phone is stolen. You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective …

Join Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar for another wild ride through the latest in tech, geek culture, and digital oddities. From chainsawed sandwiches and pygmy hippos to new AI-powered tools from Google and fun gaming tie-ins, AwesomeCast 743 dives into the fun, weird, and sometimes terrifying world of tech. Whether you’re curious about …

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC Radio to discuss the introduction on the 25th July of the Online Safety Act, requiring sites have robust age verification if they host pornography or other harmful content. Will websites comply and how affective will it be? Plus calls from MP Peter Kyle, the Technology Minister, to impose…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; How to protect yourself online, the best methods to ensure your passwords are secure, and make sure your data is safe. Plus the introduction of a requirement in the UK that all websites that contain pornography must ha…

This week on AwesomeCast, we’re diving into the future of visual technology with Wally Haas, the founder of Avalon Holographics. From real, light-field holographic displays to the practical applications in medicine, defense, and entertainment, this episode is a glimpse at the future of immersive 3D visualization. We also break down tech updates fro…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. On this week's show; Is AI benefitting people and are those not using it missing out? Gadget of the Week One is Eufy Solocam E30. This outdoor wireless security camera comes with a solar panel that can be mounted up to 3 metres f…

In this episode of AwesomeCast, co-hosts Michael Sorg and Dave Podnar dive into the latest tech trends, gadgets, and geek culture from Pittsburgh and beyond. Sorg shares a hands-on review of the Backbone USB-C mobile game controller, and Dave unveils a jaw-dropping 115-inch Hisense Mini-LED TV that costs as much as a car. We explore tech headlines …

In Episode 740 of AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar go full geek across Pittsburgh happenings, practical gadgets, and a dash of nostalgia. From the chaotic charm of Picklesburgh to high-tech fire truck cameras, we spotlight local events, incredible DIY tools, and how Pokémon made its way to the Pope. Discover how furries…

In this eclectic and geek-fueled episode of AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas (with a quick cameo from Dave Podnar) dive into everything from espresso martinis and new podcasts to the latest in airport infrastructure and retro gaming. Plus, get a firsthand review of Google’s experimental AI fashion app and marvel at micro-sized McDonald’s n…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This time; 1st Gadget of the Week is the AGFAPhoto RealiMove MC3X. This 3 axis stabilised mini-camera incorperates a gimble for smooth motion and can film in up to 4K resolution and photos in 20mp quality. With a 3.5 inch screen …

In this action-packed episode of AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas recap their high-tech adventures at the Formula SAE EV event at Michigan International Speedway. From streaming challenges and tech problem-solving to a surprise appearance by a lizard named Hank, it’s a wild ride through the world of engineering and media production. …

Live from the Hampton Inn in Adrian, Michigan, the AwesomeCast crew brings another jam-packed episode of tech talk and geeky goodness! Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar discuss their latest adventures covering the Formula SAE Electric Vehicle competition, highlighting the gear upgrades and behind-the-scenes prep for video production and li…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jim Davis on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This time; Gadget of the Week One is the Twelve South PlugBug 120 Watts. This charging hub is capable of charging 4 devices simultaneously at up to 70 watts using USB-C, including laptops, tablets, phones, and so on and has travel a…

On this episode of AwesomeCast, co-hosts Michael Sorg and Dave Podnar welcome Greg McMillan of the iPhoneography Podcast to unpack Apple’s latest WWDC 2024 announcements. From the iOS 18 redesign with liquid glass effects to groundbreaking video tools and local AI integrations, the crew dives into the most impressive—and sometimes frustrating—devel…

In this special on-location episode of AwesomeCast 735, recorded live from the Hilton Garden Inn in Ann Arbor during the SAE Autodrive Challenge, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are joined by Pittsburgh-based cinematographer Scotty Swemba. The crew dives into new tech discoveries including the Bing AI video creator, Apple’s latest game s…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Cherry Healey on BBC Radio London with the latest tech news and reviews. On the show this time; Avoiding the pitfalls of buying an Apple product with insufficient ram or storage and how to expand your storage later. First Gadget of the Week is the Acasis Tool-free TBU405 ProM1 M.2 NVMe external SSD enclosu…

On this episode of AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into geeky goodness and tech trends with plenty of laughs and thoughtful discussion. Dave unboxes his TMS Vegas 2025 swag bag and shares insights on community-building through podcast merchandise. Katie introduces the Merlin Bird ID app by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. On this week's show; How will the tariffs instigated by President Trump affect the cost of tech and could there be shortages? Plus, which earbuds does the Gadget Detective use? First Gadget of the Week with the Amazon offer of th…

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; the recent cyber attacks on several companies, including Marks & Spencer, the introduction of AI to Whatsapp and the associated concerns, and the controversial rollback feature being brought to Windows, plus when to bu…

In AwesomeCast 733, co-hosts Michael Sorg and Dave Podnar dive into a jam-packed week of tech, video games, and behind-the-scenes adventures. Sorg shares a wild look at Sidekick Media Services’ most ambitious SAE live stream production yet—from setting up gear at Michigan International Speedway during a tornado watch to integrating wireless cameras…

It’s a special Mother’s Day edition of AwesomeCast! Host Michael Sorg is joined by his mom, Cathy—better known as Mom Sorg—for a heartfelt, humorous, and insightful conversation spanning decades of tech, theme parks, drafting, accessibility, and family stories. From tales of riding the Turtle at Kennywood to helping design parts of Epcot’s Spaceshi…