From the archive

April 2018

35 posts

#1278 57:57

T-Mobile & Sprint Merger

Looks like T-Mobile and Sprint are going to try and merge, I am not sure this is a smart move by T-Mobile but time will tell. One more show on the road and back in Hawaii. Some comments on the Avenger movie as well and what I observed for the first time in a movie theather. My New Personal YouTube

#1277 48:50

Six New Gmail Features

Quick show tonight with some amazing stories that are going to raise the hair on the back of your neck. Appreciate everyone's support while I am on travel. Lot's of great content tonight coming at you fast and furious. My New Personal YouTube Channel Geek News Central Facebook Page. Download the Audio Show File New Social Chat! GeekNews.chat Join the

Belgium Considers Some Loot Boxes to be Gambling

The Belgium Gaming Commission posted a press release (machine translation) after conducting a thorough investigation into loot boxes in video games. The Commission has judged that at least three video games are in violation of the gambling legislation. The press release states: “Players can buy a 'loot box' against payment – which can give them an advantage in the game

Ashland University Adds Fortnite to its Gaming Titles

Ashland University announced that it will be adding Fortnite Battle Royale to its esports program in the fall of 2018. The University is offering scholarships in esports. Ashland University is located in Ashland, Ohio. It has an esports team that already includes League of Legends, Overwatch, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Rocket League. Head coach Josh Buchanan announced that Ashland University

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#1276 1:10:24

Amazon Robot in your Home

An Amazon Robot roaming in your home in the next couple of years is a distinct possibility. This show is jammed packed full of goodies and some easter eggs in the links below. Late show release due to my insane schedule and not finishing with a client to literally almost midnight last nite. Enjoy the podcast see you on Friday.

Universal FanCon has been Postponed

It is with a heavy heart that we must announce that FanCon has been postponed until further notice. We deeply apologize for the disappointment, anger and feelings of lost trust due to this decision. We are taking the steps to reschedule the convention & will provide an update

Campo Santo has Joined Valve

Campo Santo announced that the company has agreed to join Valve. I haven't been able to find a statement about this from Valve. Kotaku reported that three people familiar with the news confirmed that Valve had purchased Campo Santo. Campo Santo describes itself as “a small but scrappy game developer in San Francisco, CA.” They released Firewatch in 2016 and

SmugMug has Acquired Flickr

SmugMug announced that it has acquired Flickr. SmugMug believes “You are not our product. You are our priority.” Those who are current users of either SmugMug or Flickr should read SmugMug's FAQ page. According to its FAQ, your SmugMug and Flickr accounts will remain separate and independent for the foreseeable future. Users will continue to log in with their current

Heroes of the Storm Silences Accounts for Offensive Language

Heroes of the Storm, made by Blizzard Entertainment, is now able to silence the accounts of players who use offensive language and harass their teammates. This is being implemented in addition to the weekly suspension and ban waves. Community Manager Nate Valenta posted the following on a Heroes of the Storm Forum post on April 18, 2018: Starting today, we're

#1275 1:00:48

Amazon Average Pay

Amazon has revealed that it Global average pay is around $28,000. I am not sure what to think to be honest. Let's hear your opinion. This is the second of what will be six shows from the east coast, I am hoping at some point the sun will actually come out and warm it up out here. My New Personal

Blizzard Balance Gifting is Now Available

Blizzard Entertainment is now allowing players to send Blizzard Balance to their friends. This is a brand new change that will give players the option to send some of their own Blizzard Balance to a friend who also plays Blizzard's games. We're expanding our gifting service by allowing you to send Blizzard Balance to your friends, offering you the benefits

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