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Show Notes 12/14/08

Posted on 14. Dec, 2008 by Jordan in Show Notes

Episode 12  – 12/14/08

Hosted by Jordan Drake and Jake Brown

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In This Episode:

Tech News:

• McCain-Palin campaign sells BlackBerries with private cell numbers Source – Obsessable.com
• Super high capacity Blue Ray Discs – 500gb on a disc? Source – PCWorld.com
• Teacher calls the cops over Linux debacle Source – PCPro.com

GPS Roundup:

On this episode, we wrapped up a GPS roundup started on the previous show. Jordan and Jake reviewed five different GPS units. Listen to the both shows for the full review, but here are the basics.

The units we reviewed:

• Garmin Nuvi 205W and 765T – $162 and $424
• Tom Tom XL 330 S and Go 930 – $182 and $550
• Magellan Maestro 4350 -  $241

Our summary reviews:

• Garmin GPS units – simple interface – easy to use and understand – great GPS for your grandma or non-tech-savvy people
• Tom Tom GPS units – high on features including the best maps and map support of any of the brands but difficult to use – poorly designed interface that seemed overly complex
• Magellan GPS unit – great set of features – best display color and resolution – easy to use – budget priced

- Our Pick – the Magellan Maestro 4350 –

Digital Life Radio Giveaway – Seagate Free Agent Go – congratulations to our winner Alison Morretz!

Tech Review – iPod Cases:

Jordan and Jake reviewed a variety of iPod and mp3 player accessories including several case designs from various companies. Listen to the show for the full reviews but here is the basic info on what we reviewed..

• Belkin Sonic Wave 2 Toned Silicone case – $25
• Griffin Wave Case for iPod and iPhone products – $25-$35
• Belkin Sport Armband Plus with Fast Fit- $29

Tech Review – Other MP3 Player Accessories:

• RockStar for iPod and MP3 Players – $19

Tech Review – Macbook Pro/laptop accessory:

• eSATA Express Card/34 – $71.99

Tech Review – Flip Mino HD:

Jake loved the Flip Mino when we revewed it on episode 7, and he is now head over heals for the Flip Mino HD which offers the same small form factor – easy to use controls – and now high definition video at the low price of $229. Find out more at www.theflip.com

Tech Review – Sansa music players:

Jordan and Jake reviewed a variety of Sansa music players on the show including the clip, the fuze, and the slot music player. These players are great if you’re looking for a very low cost music player option, but the quality of the experience was definately not iPod level and left us wanting more. Listen to the show for the full review.

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