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

Windows 8 Gets A Release Date! Plus Cheap $500 HDTV Picks, and a PS3 vs. Xbox Showdown!

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 – running time 40:14

Windows 8 gets an October release date! New Airport Extreme, Google Nexus and Starbucks App! Patrick picks Scenic Map when exploring the boonies... and talks Navigon vs. Motion X GPS Drive for more populated places! We've got We've got cheap HDTVs, and new model number for our favorite bargain Denon surround sound receivers! Who needs Google Maps' transit updates anyhow? Best Topo Maps for road trips, and our favorite new Blu-ray releases for June 21st, 2011!

New Airport Extreme, Google Nexus and Starbucks App! Patrick picks Scenic Map when exploring the boonies... and talks Navigon vs. Motion X GPS Drive for more populated places! We've got We've got cheap HDTVs, a totally solid guesstimate possible Windows 8 release date, and new model number for our favorite bargain Denon surround sound receivers! Who needs Google Maps' transit updates anyhow? Best Topo Maps for road trips, and our favorite new Blu-ray releases for June 21st, 2011!

Windows 8 Date, New Nexus From Google, Duke Nukem Threatens Reviewers, New AirPort Extreme, Pandora IPOs, Starbucks App For Android, Garmin Buys Navigon

We've got an approximation of a release date for Windows 8, based on a convoluted statement from Microsoft's corporate vice president. Details are coming out about Google's next Nexus phone, which includes a dual-core processor and many other goodies. Duke Nukem's PR Department is threatening to boycott any reviewers who publish a negative review about the long-awaited game. Hints of new AirPort Extremes and Time Capsules have been found, Pandora files for IPO, and Garmin bought Navigon. Plus, Starbucks launches an Android app! Watch the video for all the details on this week's tech news.

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Wide Angle Webcams?

Need a webcam that can hold four or five people in its field of vision? We have a few options for you, including the Logitech 1080p Webcam Pro C910, or just adding a wide angle lens on any webcam. Watch the video for a free tip on getting your whole crowd on Skype.


The Ben Heck Show is an all-new online-TV-series created for (and by) electronics enthusiasts, and sponsored exclusively by element14. Join Ben and friends for bi-weekly episodes as they modify and build all kinds of community-suggested gadgets. Got an idea for a mod? Then share it with Ben. Or, if you're ready to build, we're ready with the parts list to make it happen. Either way, be sure to tune-in at element14.com/TBHS

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$500 HDTV Picks, PS3 or Xbox 360

Tekzilla viewer Cade was the victim of a burglary, resulting in a nearly bare apartment. With a limited budget to replace everything, we have a few options for a cheap HDTV, and some advice on whether he should buy another PS3 or switch to Xbox 360. Watch the video for our tips on how to avoid losing all your stuff.

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New Denon AV Receivers

Patrick's beloved Denon AVR-591 has been discontinued, but the AVR-1612 is picking up the slack. Watch the video to find out what's been added or improved on this new model.

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New Blu-ray Releases for June 21st, 2011

New releases for this week include The Adjustment Bureau, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, Ghost in the Shell: Individual Eleven, and more! Watch the video for details on our favorites.


Windows Azure

Windows Azure is the cloud-based development platform that lets you build and run applications in the cloud, launch them in minutes instead of months and code in multiple languages or technologies including .NET, PHP, and Java. Start to innovate, unencumbered by redundancy, bandwidth or server constraints. To learn more about everything you need to start developing with WINDOWS Azure check out www.microsoft.com/cloud/windowsazure

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Scenic Map: Our Pick For Topo Maps for iOS!

Going on a road trip this summer? Patrick lays out what he uses on his trips to stay oriented when he's exploring isolated parts of the USA, and what he uses to navigate highways and cities! Watch the video for all the details.


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Are Google Maps' Transit Updates Unnecessary?

Since Google had already included arrival and departure times for public transit vehicles, are their real-time updates even necessary? Watch the video to find out why some might find them more useful than others.

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Does RAM Speed Matter?

When upgrading your PC's RAM, how important is RAM speed? Watch the video for more info on whether to ignore those specs or put it at the top of your priority list.

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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
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