Tech

Netflix has been around for over fourteen years and changed the way people rented movies.  This got us thinking about what other subscription services there are out there.  TCL Tech Producer, Christian Unser, tracked down a few.

In less than twelve hours, fans of the series Veronica Mars contributed, through a website called Kickstarter, two million dollars.  The Creator and star of the series told fans that if they would contribute the two million, a Veronica mars movie starring the original cast could be made.

Tax time can mean digging out the shoebox of receipts, tracking down your kids’ social security numbers, and clicking “yes” on your software without actually understating the questions.

It was the dream of a lot of kids who grew up in the 80’s – to play their video games in the car.  At least it was the dream of our Tech Producer!  So he found ways to play games, watch moves, and take shows along in the palm of your hand – and he’s here to show us how it’s done!

One of the newest apps out there is getting the attention of a lot of parents.  You take a photo, then text a note and send it off to a friend.  Once the friend opens to view the picture, they have only ten seconds before it’s gone – supposedly forever.

Right now is the best time to be buying small appliances.  So, if you need a new coffee maker, we tested a few out and are showing you some of the best on the market.

Having a smartphone does cost you money every month.  But it also can save you even more money.  TCL Tech Producer, Christian Unser and Super Saver, Carrie Rocha show off some apps that you can’t afford to be without!

It’s time to set those resolutions for the New Year!  If learning to play an instrument is on your list, our Tech Producer, Christian Unser, has some techy ways to help you learn to play the drums, guitar and the piano!

Whether you have $50 to spend or a $1000, Eric Kahnert from 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS’ has some ideas for you.  He has an exclusive list from Best Buy of the top 10 Hottest Gadgets of the Year:

If you like most parents of, you will probably see a video game or two on your son or daughters Christmas list.  If you aren’t a gamer yourself, you may not know what it is they are actually asking for and if the game is appropriate for their age.  Paul Charchian, host of Video Games Weekly on KFAN, is here with some answers.

When Hurricane Sandy knocked out power to millions of people on the East Coast, finding a place to charge their phone was quite the challenge.  We all know we can lose power as well during storms.  Tech Producer, Christian Unser has ways to keep your gear charged and ready for emergencies.

There’s one word that has been on Christmas lists for years – Nintendo!  They’ve got a new video game system ready that could very well be one of the hottest gifts of the holiday season.  Tech Producer Christian Unser is giving a look at the brand new Wii U that will hit store shelves on November 18^th. 

QR codes are found on everything and now they are being used to remember those that passed away.  The Katzman’s Memory Links barcode, also known as a QR code, can be attached to your loved one’s monument, marker, mausoleum, cremation niche, urn, memorial bench, plaque or any other type of memorial.  Visitors can simply scan the barcode and view information about your loved one that you upload on your personal Interactive Memorial site including a biography, family tree, photographs or videos.

The tech world is constantly changing.  There are accessories out now that can turn your cell phone into a microscope, a Hollywood movie camera, and even a weapon of office warfare!  Tech Producer, Christian Unser, shows us some of the gadgets he has found.

It use to be that all you needed when you headed out to the grocery store was your shopping list.  Now, you don’t even need that because your smart phone can be an even bigger help.  There are apps to help you find the best item in the aisle, recipes for every occasion, and more!  TCL Tech Producer, Christian Unser tells us about some of his favorite apps.

It’s about the time of year when you’ll see the stores advertising their back-to-school supplies.  We decided to go straight to the source to get the expert opinion on what the kids really need.

The average person hits the snooze button three times in the morning.  But there are a few alarm clocks out there that could get you out of bed a little faster.  TCL Tech Producer, Christian Unser, has found a few of those!

Getting the perfect gift for dad on Father’s Day can be tricky for some folks.  Our Tech Producer and resident dad, Christian Unser, went on the hunt and found some ideas that go a bit beyond the “Beer of the Month” club.  You might not think socks are what dad wants but you might be surprised how much he would when they are sent to him each month!

Considering that most of us have our phones with us all of the time, it makes sense to get some double duty out of them.  TCL Tech Producer, Christian Unser, found some phone cases that have a variety of option and a few hidden features.