You can’t get in without a PIN!!! Our physical and personal safety is always important, but how often do you think about your data? Now you may feel confident having securing your desktop computer or laptop, but it’s so easy to overlook those handy and convenient USB Flash drives – often called USB sticks or thumb drives. Easily portable, USB sticks are often toted around in pockets, purses, knapsacks and even on keychains. They are typically used for easy backups sharing data or to move files from one device to another – but what if they have your latest tax returns, sensitive personal infor ..read more

April Fools’ Day – April 1st, is an extension of a centuries-old tradition to entertain and trick, – or is it? In today’s episode we unravel this annual enigma that today we call April Fools’ Day. In the modern era, we find ourselves ever vigilant on April 1st, wary of pranks, hoaxes, and fake news. Yet, these antics have roots that delve deep into the past, to a time when court jesters were commonplace and laughter was the order of the day. [Read more & Listen to the Podcast-below] Long before the advent of television, movies, or the Internet, jesters, jokers, and fools roamed the l ..read more

Christmas gift ideas from iStorage, ZVOX, AirThings and Kensington We all want to ensure our families’ safety and well-being during the holiday season. For added comfort and peace of mind, consider these last-minute holiday gift ideas. datAshur PRO+C iStorage – Can’t get in without a PIN An invaluable gift option this year is the iStorage datAshur PRO+C Storage, which addresses physical safety and safeguards your family’s personal information, especially the data stored on a USB Flash drive, from potential hackers and prying eyes. The datAshur PRO+C iStorage is an exceptionally sturdy and rug ..read more

Control, customize, and simplify your smart home experience with Homey Pro Home automation gadgets promise convenience and ease, whether you’re enjoying the comforts of home or on the go. However, with the plethora of devices, brands, apps, and communication protocols out there, making them work seamlessly together might seem like a distant dream. Enter Homey Pro, a remarkable creation by Netherlands-based Athom B.V.: Homey Pro serves as an advanced and secure universal smart hub within the Homey home automation ecosystem. Homey Pro effortlessly brings all your gadgets and electronics under o ..read more

Memory Station by Vivid-pix a game-changing solution for digitizing and enhancing cherished memories In an era where memories are often relegated to dusty attics or shoeboxes filled with fading photographs, the rise of the Memory Station by Vivid-Pix offers a refreshing solution. It’s a game-changer for those looking to digitize cherished moments, artwork, documents, and more. Let’s explore how this innovation is breathing new life into our treasured memories. Many of us possess extensive collections of photographs and memorabilia tucked away in corners of our homes, gathering dust or stored ..read more

November is National Radon Action Month in Canada. Radon is a silent killer potentially lurking in your homes, but because its effects are not instantly fatal like from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning or smoke inhalation from fumes from a raging fire, Radon doesn’t seem to be given the attention it deserves. Radon is everywhere. According to Health Canada, it’s a naturally occurring radioactive gas created as uranium found in soil and rock decays. Like CO, it’s also odourless and tasteless. In Canada, Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, next to smoking, and the number one cause o ..read more

Security cameras are a must-have in this day and age. While some people install cameras in every corner of their homes and offices, sadly, others don’t bother due to overly complicated setups and placement challenges. TP-Link changes all that with a new wire-free smart security camera lineup under the Tapo brand family. These cameras are water and dust resistant, easy to set up, and can be placed virtually anywhere, whether it’s indoors or outdoors. Two-Camera System One system is the hub-enabled TP-Link Tapo C420S2 two-camera system. Each camera ships complete with wall mounts that can also ..read more

August 22, 1964. Photo by Owen Coppin. From the private collection of Red Robinson The Fab Four’s first appearance in Canada 59 years ago was cut short because of a near riot While February 7, 1964 was the day The Beatles crossed the big pond to conquer America, it was on August 22, 1964, the day before the legendary Hollywood Bowl Concert, that The Beatles made their first appearance north of the 49th Parallel. That concert was held outdoors at Empire Stadium in Vancouver, B.C. The late legendary broadcaster and Disc Jockey Red Robinson, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in ..read more

Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One – Paramount Pictures and Skydance. After enduring significant delays due to Covid, the long-awaited seventh installment of the Mission Impossible franchise, titled “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” has finally arrived. And if you thought that 2018’s “Mission: Impossible – Fallout” was the best yet, hold onto your seats because this latest film vows to deliver an even more thrilling experience.. Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames & Rebecca Ferguson reunite Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, who has successfully helme ..read more

Whether you’ve just handed over a fortune to your hairdresser or striving to always look well-groomed, you’ve likely wondered how all that much pampering particularly the drying part is playing havoc on your oh-so-precious head of hair. If that’s the case, you might want to gift yourself – or others for the upcoming holiday season the ultimate grooming gadget – the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer. Dyson…Dyson? The vacuum cleaner people? A quick peek at the calendar and no it’s not April – so it’s no April Fools gag. The Dyson Supersonic hair dryer is a real thing. In fact, the dryer inc ..read more