Tekzilla

Hosted by Patrick Norton, Robert Heron and Veronica Belmont. New episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays

Tekzilla feeds your tech hunger! Patrick Norton, Robert Heron and Veronica Belmont bring you hands on reviews of the latest gear, tips and tricks that improve the tech you already own and conversations with the most informative experts around. Read More

Hard Drive Shortage! Make Chrome Shine, Pioneer AppRadio, Re-Download iTunes Movies, TakeThisLollipop: Facebook is So Insecure

Tuesday, November 1st, 2011 – running time 32:49

Can you re-download movies that you erased from iTunes? Parts to isolate your HD from damage! Flooding in Thailand causes hard drive to prices soar! Pioneer's AppRadio puts the iPhone in your dashboard. Ubuntu Linux goes mobile, and more!

On today's Tekzilla, we show you how to re-download movies that you erased from iTunes, discus isolating hard drives from shock damage! And National Novel Writing Month. Flooding in Thailand slows hard drive production, and causes prices soar! Pioneer's AppRadio puts the iPhone in your dashboard. Ubuntu Linux goes mobile, the FCC uses rural connectivity funds to create a Broadband Fund, and make chrome shine: our favorite extensions and settings for Google's browser!

Hard Drive Prices Soar, Mobile Linux and the FCC creates a National Broadband Fund

Due to the tragic floods in Thailand, hard drive prices have skyrocketed recently. Canonical plans to bring Ubuntu Linux to smartphones, tablets, and HDTVs. And the FCC is taking the money that used to bring phone service to rural communities, and using it to expand broadband access instead. Watch the video for all the latest in this week's tech news.

01:32 | Play

All Things Chrome: Settings, Extensions and More!

Want to get the best out of Chrome? Patrick and Veronica walk you through their favorite settings, extensions, and more! We've got FlashBlock, Personal Blocklist, Minimalist For Gmail, Ghostery, and 1Password for starters. Watch the video for more tips on optimizing your browser.

07:22 | Play

AppRadio: Your Ultimate Car Accessory?

Pioneer's AppRadio aims to replace your car's audio, navigation, and hands-free calling all in one interface, through your iPhone. Does this gadget really do it all? Watch the video to see how it holds up.

14:57 | Play

Take This Lollipop: Creepy Short Film Starring YOU!

Can't let go of Halloween? Check out this creepy short film called Take This Lollipop, which connects with your Facebook account to put you right in the action. Watch the video to see how it works.

20:09 | Play

How to Re-Download Purchased Movies from iTunes

Viewer, Parker is having trouble re-downloading a movie that he bought through iTunes. Is there any way to get it back? Watch the video for our suggestions.

22:16 | Play

Note-Taking App with Real-Time Collaboration

Viewer, Mustafa is looking for an iOS app that will allow a group of people to see each other's notes updated in real time. Google Docs, Notespark, and Dropbox are good options, but watch the video to see how we'd solve this problem.

25:55 | Play

Shock-Proof Computers: Rubber Bands, Silicone and More!

What's the best way to shock proof your computer? You wrote in and suggested everything from rubber bands to orange cushions, foam, silica gel and silicone feet. Watch the video for our suggestions on keeping your HDDs safe from earthquakes and nearby bomb ranges.

28:00 | Play

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Show Title:
Tekzilla
Description:
Tekzilla feeds your tech hunger! Patrick Norton, Robert Heron and Veronica Belmont bring you hands on reviews of the latest gear, tips and tricks that improve the tech you already own and conversations with the most informative experts around.
Categories:
How-To & DIY, Technology & Gadgets
Launch Date:
Sep 1, 2007
Episodes:
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