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Front view of a kayak with the PacMotor attached around the kayak. An electric motor with a propeller is attached to each of two rods that extend into the water on either side of the kayak.

CES 2024: PacMotor Electric Propulsion for Kayaks

Allison interviews Michael and Mathew Becker from PacMotor about their electric propulsion system designed for kayaks, canoes, or paddleboards. It takes about 5 minutes to expand PacMotor from its stowed configuration, slide it onto your kayak, and securely strap it in place. No bolts or screws are required to attach PacMotor so there is no […]

Glide unit composed of a single-handed handle on the top of a post that connects to a small base unit on the ground. The base unit has two side-by-side wheels that can brake and turn left and right.

CES 2024: Glide Self-Guided Mobility Aid

March 11, 2024
by Steve Sheridan

Allison Sheridan interviews Amos Miller, Cofounder and CEO of Glidance, about their self-guided mobility aid designed for people with sight loss. Glide addresses the needs of people who cannot see and want to move about. It provides them a third alternative to using a cane or guide dog. Glide is composed of a single-handed handle […]

Heated Clothing from ORORO

Red Light Shows Highest Heat Setting I live in Southern California, so we have very temperate weather. It doesn’t get all that cold, nor does it get all that hot since I’m relatively close to the ocean. However, if you’ve ever met someone who has lived here for any length of time, you’ll know that […]

RIP iThoughts – Choosing a New Mind Mapping Tool

This week I read in the TidBITS newsletter, the awful news that my favorite mind mapping tool, iThoughts from Toketaware was being discontinued. If you’ve had a beloved tool shut down before, you know it’s like losing touch with a dear old friend. The developer, Craig Scott, has been a favorite of mine as well. […]

Belkin Auto-Tracking Stand pro with a circular disk base, small 3" stand, and a magnetic Qi2 charger with an iPhone attached to it. The picture shows with arrows how the base rotates and the Qi2 charger tilts up and down.

CES 2024: Belkin Qi2 Chargers, GaN Docks/Chargers, and Auto-Tracking Stand

Allison Sheridan interviews Jen Warren, Vice President of Global Communications at Belkin, about their new products. Jen first shows Belkin’s updated 3-in-1 charger that can charge an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all on one charging station. This product is similar to the previous version but the iPhone charger now tilts for optimal viewing and […]

Security Bits — 3 March 2024

March 3, 2024
by Bart Busschots

Feedback & Followups Listener and community feedback, developments in recently covered stories, and developments in long-running stories we’re tracking over time. Another defeat for the NSO group: 🇺🇸 U.S. Court Orders NSO Group to Hand Over Pegasus Spyware Code to WhatsApp — thehackernews.com/… 🇺🇸 Microsoft have finally followed through on their promise to the US […]

BG’s Tiny Tip – How to Send Project Gutenberg Books to Kindle

@BG in our Slack posted an interesting question, and with a little help from @GraemeS, he was able to find the solution to his problem. BG is a big fan of Project Gutenberg, which is a resource for downloading public domain (free) ebooks. The flashier titles are the classics, such as Little Women, Frankenstein, and […]

Front view of three Ember drinkware products: the Ember Traveler Mug with LED front panel and lid, the 14-oz Ember Mug with handle, and the 10-oz Ember Cup without a handle.

CES 2024: Ember Precise Temperature-Controlled Products

Allison interviews Jake Singer, Director of Product Development at Ember. Jake describes how Ember has evolved from providing temperature-controlled mugs to now supplying a range of products with precise temperature control. Jake first shows Ember’s 6-ounce Cup and 10 and 14-ounce Mugs that allow you to set the temperature of your hot beverage within a […]

Helix single-seat aircraft with two wings (forward and aft) each having 4 rotors. The wings are fixed and tilted to support vertical takeoff and landing as well as forward flight.

CES 2024: Pivotal Helix Personal Electric VTOL Aircraft

Allison interviews Greg Lary from Pivotal about their Helix personal aviation vehicle. Helix is a single-seat, all-electric aircraft with vertical takeoff and landing capability. It has two fixed, tilted wings (forward and aft) and each has four fixed rotors. Helix was designed under FAA Part 103 regulations for ultralight vehicles so it can fly in […]

CES 2024: GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker

Allison interviews André Zdanow from GE about their new smart indoor smoker. The GE Profile Indoor Smoker is a countertop oven that uses wood pellets to create smoke inside the smoker but not to heat the meat. The latter is done with electric heaters that are temperature-controlled to maintain consistent and accurate heating of the […]

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