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FrequencyCast Show 72: Fitness Tech & Netflix

FrequencyCast — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:41:01 +0000

FrequencyCast Show 72 has just been released, and we’ve packed quite a lot into the latest episode of your regular free technology podcast.

Here’s a look at just some of what we’re covering in our February show:

News Updates: A new phone with a novel power source, upgrades in store for Virgin customers, three video-on-demand stories, an amazing price-cut on the Blackberry tablet, plus the fate of the leap-second
Focus: We look at a selection of the latest wireless fitness products, and some applications that will help you stay in shape in 2012
First look: We get some help from a guest listener to take a look at the just-launched Netflix service
Review: Probably the oddest beverage accessory we’ve ever seen, plus a peak into Pete’s kitchen
Feedback: Problems with Virgin speed, your complaints, plus the hunt for a Freesat/Freeview set-top box

If you own an iPad, iPhone or iPod, then you can get the latest show now via iTunes – You’ll find it here: FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatively, you can get the latest FrequencyCast online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html , where you’ll also find instructions on how to subscribe, download the show to your portable device, and listen to us online.

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Show Notes for Show 72
Transcript: Wireless Fitness Tech (plus bonus material)
Transcript: UK Netflix Review

Please remember that FrequencyCast is free – We need your support though – We don’t need your money… what we need you to do, is provide us with feedback and suggestions, but more importantly, tell your friends about us. Like FrequencyCast on Facebook, or follow FrequencyCast on Twitter and send your followers a message. Alternatively, mention us online, in emails, or tell your friends about us. Without you, we’re nothing.

We’d love to get your comments and feedback on the show. If you have a comment, good or bad, please add a comment in the box below, or leave us a voicemail message on 0208 133 4567 (price of a call to London).

Thanks again for your support. We hope you have a great 2012, and we look forward to entertaining you in the coming months.

FrequencyCast Show 71: Look back at 2011

FrequencyCast — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 13:11:55 +0000

Happy New Year from the FrequencyCast team. We hope you had an enjoyable seasonal break!

This is to let you know that our January show was released earlier today, and it’s available now for your listening pleasure.

Here’s a summary of what’s covered in the first show of the New Year:

News Updates: Channel 5 Freeview HD, Apple iTV and Virgin updates.
Focus: Our review of 2011, and a look ahead at the next year of TV & tech.
Report: Updates to the Nintendo 3DS handheld console
Feedback: X-Box 360 dashboard updates and printing from the iPad

If you own an iPad, iPhone or iPod, then you can get the latest show now via iTunes – You’ll find it here: FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatively, you can download the latest show, show 71 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html , where you’ll also find instructions on how to subscribe.

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As you know, FrequencyCast is a free service and shows are based on your feedback and questions – without you, there would be no show, and we reply on you to help spread the word. Please tell your friends about this latest show – Like FrequencyCast on Facebook, or follow FrequencyCast on Twitter and send your followers a message

Thanks again for your support. We hope you have a great 2012, and we look forward to entertaining you in the coming months.

FrequencyCast Show 70: Internet Insights

FrequencyCast — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:42:09 +0000

Seasons greetings to all of our loyal listeners. As it’s December, we feel we’re able to mention Christmas safely, and that’s just what we do in our December show.

For this show, we look at the future of the Internet – We were invited to attend a special session discussing broadband trends, Internet demand, and the thorny subject of “up to” broadband speeds. It made for a lively debate, and we have a recording of the entire session, plus our exclusive interviews, ready and waiting!

Here’s a summary of what’s covered in the latest installment of FrequencyCast:

News Updates: Sky’s plans for Formula 1, 3DS update, TiVo and DAB
Focus: Pete’s been to an Internet insight session. Here’s his report.
Hands-on: The Livescribe smart pen
Featured: Control your TV with an iPhone, plus weather stations revisited
Your comments on TV + 1, printers and GetJam

If you own an iPad, iPhone or iPod, then you can get the latest show now now via iTunes – You’ll find it here: FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatively, you can download the latest show, show 70 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html

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Show Notes for Show 70
Transcript: Internet Insight Session – The Net of the Future
Transcript: Livescribe Echo, UnityRemote & Weather Station

As you know, our shows are free, and we rely on our listeners not only to set the agenda, but also to help spread the word about what we do. Please tell your friends about this latest show – Like FrequencyCast on Facebook, or it Tweeting’s your bag – follow FrequencyCast on Twitter and re-tweet this here posting for us!

We’d love to get your comments and feedback on the show. If you have a comment, good or bad, please add a comment in the box below, or leave us a voicemail message on 0208 133 4567 (London call).

We hope you enjoy this latest show, and, like us, are looking forward to seeing what tomorrow’s Internet has to offer.

FrequencyCast Audio Update: Festive Gifts Galore

FrequencyCast — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:39:13 +0000

You can’t escape the fact that Christmas is on the way. Here at FrequencyCast HQ, opinions are mixed. Is it too early to talk about Christmas, or does it help to be well-prepared when starting to think of your must-have gift ideas for the festive season?

Well, we’ve released some audio just for those getting into the festive spirit, and it’s all thanks to CoolArif79 who tweeted thus: “Can you for show 69 and 70 concentrate on gadgets coming out for Christmas?”

We don’t claim to have any insight on what are going to be the top gadgets for Christmas 2011, but we can help with a few ideas of things to add to your list. Carl and Pete recorded a special Update looking at favourite gadgets of the last six months, and then went out-and-about to see what stocking-fillers they could find at a major shopping centre in England.

The audio update lasts 20 minutes, and features a special guest. As blokes don’t do shopping, we were assisted by the lovely Kelly, who kept Carl and Pete under control, and also kept an eye out for a few gifts for the tech-savvy ladies out there.

We looked at a few high-end must have gadgets, some novelty items, and even a few high-tech kids toys… the aim was to suggest a range of gift ideas that you may not have previously considered – and on our show notes, we include a few links and photos to get your creative juices flowing!

We hope you enjoy this rather unorthodox FrequencyCast update. As you’ll hear, we had quite a laugh putting this together, and hopefully will give you a few ideas on what to look out for as gifts for the upcoming festive period.

Our Audio Special

The show has just been released to iTunes, and is also attached to this news post as an mp3 file. The audio will soon appear on our streaming radio service, and can also be downloaded from our FrequencyCast Update page.

Show Notes and Links

You’ll find the show notes, links and pictures here: www.frequencycast.co.uk/gadgets.html

We’ve also released a transcript, complete with pictures, at www.frequencycast.co.uk/festivegadgets.html

Marmite Chocolate?

So, why have we chosen a picture of Marmite chocolate to illustrate this audio update? Well, you’ll have to take a listen! We challenge our listeners to try this stuff for themselves – your life may never be the same again…!

Comments please!

We’ve love to know what you think of our little Christmas Special. Please add your comments below.

Remember, without your feedback, there’s no show, so please have your say on what you’ve heard, and what gadgets you want for Christmas…

FrequencyCast Show 69: Siri, the 4S and Printing

FrequencyCast — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 11:35:44 +0000

Hello everyone. The start of a new month means a brand new shiny episode of FrequencyCast, your TV and Tech podcast.

As ever, you set the agenda for the show – what you’d like us to cover, and what questions you want us to answer. Here’s a summary of what’s covered in the latest installment of FrequencyCast:

News Updates: BBC HD channel to be axed, iPhone 4S shortages, o2′s upgrade policy, PBS comes to the UK and festive DAB
Focus: As requested by our listeners, it’s all about printers and printing.
Review: iPhone 4S and the Siri virtual assistant
Your comments and questions on dual monitors, Overdrive book lending and the Steadicam

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad device, you should find show 69 is available now via iTunes – See FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatively, you can download Show 69 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html

Show Links:

Show Notes for Show 69
Transcript: Printers and Printing Transcript
Transcript: iPhone 4S and Siri Transcript

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Any comments on the show? Anything you’d like to ask our Siri? Please add a comment below, or leave us a voicemail message on 0208 133 4567 (London call), or drop us a text message!

FrequencyCast iPhone 4S Announcement Update

FrequencyCast — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:47:22 +0000

OK… so the long-awaited iPhone 5 turned out to be the iPhone 4S at yesterday’s Apple announcement.

Given the amount of hype that surrounds any Apple launch, we locked Pete and Carl in a room after they’d taken time to dissect what the new boss of Apple had to say.

As a result, here’s a 10 minute summary of what the new iPhone 4S will have to offer, what features are killers (if any), and whether the FrequencyCast team will be queueing up on the Friday the 14th of October.

You’ll find the audio update attached to this blog entry, or at www.frequencycast.co.uk/update.html – This should also be available via iTunes very shortly.

So – the iPhone 4S has a faster processor, better screen and better camera, plus some cunning voice recognition technology – is it enough to hold back the advancing Androids? Is an iPhone still the coolest phone to own, or is this just not innovative enough. Can we expect crowds queuing for this phone, or given its hefty price tag, will people swarm to an HTC or Samsung instead?
If you’ve got any comments on the iPhone 4S, we’d love to hear them so we can discuss this in more detail in the next show.

FrequencyCast Show 68 Out Now

FrequencyCast — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 18:10:34 +0000

Greetings to you. Here at FrequencyCast HQ, it’s been a sweltering Saturday, and we never thought we’d be saying that in October.

As it’s the first of the month, it’s time for a new show, and we’ve packed quite a lot into Show 68. Here’s a summary of what’s included in the show:

News Updates: More Freeview HD on the way, we’ve hit a digital switchover milestone, plus news on the iPhone 5 launch date
Focus: Could the future of home gaming be upon us? Carl and Pete get hands-on with OnLive.
Featured: Google+, BT Vision, the Prospero satellite, Alan Partridge, eBook readers and Air Swimmers
Your comments and questions on French TV, Freeview top-ups and HTC Desire S problems

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad device, you should find show 68 is available now via iTunes – See FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatively, you can download Show 68 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html

We’re also available via streaming radio services and can be heard on a growing number of radio stations around the UK. Thanks to all of our regular listeners for the ongoing support!

Show Links:

Show Notes for Show 68
Transcript: Show 68 Transcript
Transcript: OnLive Gaming Review Transcript

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We’d love to know what you think of the show, and we also need your feedback and suggestions for the next show. Needy, aren’t we?

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FrequencyCast Show 67 Now Available

FrequencyCast — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 11:54:24 +0000

Welcome to September! A new month means a new show, and FrequencyCast Show 67 is now available. Here’s a summary of what’s included in the show:

News Updates: New Freeview services, Samsung Galaxy news, eBooks and the switchover
Focus: Pete and Carl go out and about to explore the world of Geocaching.
Featured: Local TV, Sky Movies, Community Radio and Onavo, an app that will save on your mobile data charges
Your comments and questions on eTRV, mobile data, Internet TV, the iPhone 5 and the BBC iPlayer

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad device, you should find show 67 is available now for free download – If you’ve not subscribed, go to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatively, you can download Show 67 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html

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FrequencyCast Show 66 Now Released

FrequencyCast — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:51:32 +0000

Show 66 of FrequencyCast has just been released to a waiting world. Here’s a summary of what’s included in the show:

News Updates: 3DS sales, changes at Sky, price drop at BT, and Apple’s bank account
Focus: We’ve been to the Home Technology Event. Pete and Carl talk Home Automation
Featured: Speedo Aquabeat and Kodak ZM1 Underwater media. We also look at the world’s smallest Wi-fi camera, and some Bigtrak Addons
Your comments and questions on Nintendo Wii controllers, the launch of Real Digital Satellite TV, and the GiffGaff SIM card

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad device, you should find show 66 is available now for free download – If you’ve not subscribed, go to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatively, you can download Show 66 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html.

Links:

Show Notes for Show 66
Transcript: Show 66 Transcript

If you enjoy this show, please say thanks by getting a free SIM card! See our GiffGaff page for the link.

Our shows are free, and we need to you to spread the word – Please mention FrequencyCast on Facebook and Twitter, and tell your friends about us.

FrequencyCast Show 65 Out Now

FrequencyCast — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 21:21:36 +0000

We’ve just released FrequencyCast Show 65 – a bumper show covering lots of recent TV and Tech topics. There’s a lot covered in this show, and we hope you enjoy what we have to say. Here’s a summary of what Carl and Pete have to say:

News Updates: Scotland Switch complete, mobile roaming fees reduced, plus the of the line for an awesome vehicle
Focus: 4G Mobile Broadband is coming, but will it cripple Freeview?
Featured: Nintendo Wii U, Sky Go, changes to SeeSaw and the laminated book’s TV channel
Out and About: Our look at the Home Technology Show
Your comments and questions on Freesat HD, broadband dongles, and Internet cameras

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad device, you should find show 65 is available now for free download – If you’ve not subscribed, go to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Alternatievly, you can download Show 65 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html.

Links:

Show Notes for Show 65
Transcript: 4G and Freeview Interference
Transcript: Show 65 Transcript Part 2

We’ve changed the format of this show everso slightly, to get more news crammed into the show. We’d love to know your comments.

Our shows are free, and we need to you to spread the word – Please mention FrequencyCast on Facebook and Twitter, and tell your friends about us.

FrequencyCast Show 64 Now Available

FrequencyCast — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:40:18 +0000

It’s the first of June, and being the first of the month, it’s time for a new show. FrequencyCast Show 64, has just been unleashed, and you’re free to download the show and have a listen.

In this show, we have a lot to cover. Here’s a summary:

News Updates: BBC Goes Full HD, Apple news round the corner, BBC Alba and fast o2
Focus: The Future Of The Internet. The dangers of filters,TalkTalk’s new service, and Skype’s been bought
Interview: An exclusive chat with the C.O.O of broadband firm Plusnet
Your comments and questions on shortwave radio, short cable leads, Karotz and solar power meters

You can download Show 64 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html.

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad, get shows faster by signing up to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

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We hope you enjoy our June show. We’d love to get your comments on what you’ve heard.

Remember, our shows are free, and we need to you to spread the word – Please mention us on Facebook and Twitter, and tell your chums.

Exclusive Interview with the COO of Plusnet

FrequencyCast — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:09:42 +0000

In May 2011, FrequencyCast had the opportunity talk to Richard Fletcher, the Chief Operating Officer of broadband provider Plusnet.

An extract of the interview will be used in our June radio show, but we’d like to offer the full interview to our listeners.

Over the coming months, the Internet will be transitioning to IPv6, and the changes have caused some concern to our listeners. In our interview with Plusnet, we discuss the impact of IPv6 on UK surfers, and talk about whether or not we should be concerned.

As well as hearing about Plusnet’s progress towards IPv6, we ask Richard to outline the challenges facing ISPs, and talk about what we can expect to change in the online world over the next 5 years. Richard also outlines Plusnet’s unlimited overnight download policy, which is a very handy feature for those that like to download without worrying about hitting their monthly limit.

The full interview and a transcript is available here: Plusnet Interview

You can find out more about Plusnet at www.plus.net, or on our Plusnet Page

FrequencyCast Show 63 Now Available

FrequencyCast — Sun, 01 May 2011 09:54:15 +0000

Happy May everyone. Ready for a new show? FrequencyCast Show 63, is now available for your listening pleasure.

Here’s a look at what we cover in this show:

News Updates: Apple and Sony Security, London Switchover and Virgin Radio
Focus: We’ve been at Gadget Show Live 2011. Here’s our round-up
Your comments and questions on video in the classroom, DAB on Jersey and BT Vision upstairs

You can download Show 63 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html.

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad, get shows faster by signing up to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Links:

Show Notes for Show 63
Transcript: Gadget Show Live Transcript
Gadget Show Live Pictures: Gadget Show Live Review
News: Latest FrequencyCast News

We hope you enjoy our report from the UK’s largest consumer electronics show.

Remember, our shows are free, and we need to you to spread the word – Please mention us on Facebook and Twitter, and tell your chums.

Gadget Show Live 2011 Special Report

FrequencyCast — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:47:26 +0000

Today, Tuesday the 12th of April saw the Press and Professional Day of Gadget Show Live 2011, one day ahead of the public opening.

FrequencyCast were there, and we have some exclusive photos and interviews.

Gadget Show Live Presenters

Go to frequencycast.co.uk/gsl to see some early pics, and our show summary. Essential listening if you’re coming to the show!

More to follow soon!

Pete and Carl

FrequencyCast Gadget Show Live Teaser

FrequencyCast — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 18:16:53 +0000

Well, Carl and Pete are up in Birmingham for this week’s Gadget Show Live.

We’ve released a quick two minute audio “teaser”. Please have a listen!

If you’re coming to the Gadget Show Live this week, stay tuned as we keep you informed!

Go to http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/gsl

Our teaser is now available iTunes: FrequencyCast on iTunes, or you can get it from here: FrequencyCast at Gadget Show Live

Gadget Show Live 2011 Hall

FrequencyCast Show 62 Out Now

FrequencyCast — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 06:35:14 +0000

It’s the first of the month, and time for a new show – FrequencyCast Show 62, for April 2011, is now available.

Here’s a look at what we cover in this show:

News Updates: Digital Switchover update, BBC local radio and Powerline adapter news
Focus: The Internet is changing – A look at how IPv6 will affect you and your browser
Hands-on: We play with the new Nintendo 3DS, and don’t get a headache
Your comments and questions on local radio, iMax Mini, Yesterday and analogue TV

You can download Show 62 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html.

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad, get shows faster by signing up to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

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We hope you enjoy the show.

We’d also like to remind you that without you, we’re nothing. Our shows are free, and we need to you to spread the word – Please mention us on Facebook and Twitter, and spread the word.

FrequencyCast Update 17 March 2011

FrequencyCast — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:50:08 +0000

Pete and Carl have just released a mid-month audio update for your listening pleasure.

In this update, the guys talk about the new Apple updates, a look at some BBC radio changes, plus a new appointment to the YouView team.

We also read out some of your feedback and play a couple of recent podline calls.

Pete also brings along some new toys – a disposable digital camera, and a plush red Angry Bird.

Also – details of a top freebie from Maplin – if you’re quick – Free PIR light from Maplin

Our update is now available iTunes: FrequencyCast on iTunes, or you can get it from here: FrequencyCast Updates

Share and Enjoy!

FrequencyCast Show 61 Out Now

FrequencyCast — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 07:50:55 +0000

We’ve just released a new show – FrequencyCast Show 61 cover a lot of stuff, so be ready to get through a lot in just 31 minutes.

In this show, here’s a look at what we cover:

News Updates: More YouView delays, Vodafone woes, iPlayer news and Channel 4 HD
Focus: A look at media streaming – how to get audio, video and images around your home
Hands-on: A first look at the new BT Home Hub, plus recorders, phones and a wireless laptop transmitter
Your comments and questions on HomePlugs, Clean Nokias, Stoways and BT Vision

You can download Show 61 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html.

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad, get shows faster by signing up to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Links:

Show Notes for Show 61
Transcript: Steaming Media Explored

We hope you enjoy our latest show. As always, we’d love your comments, in the space provided below!

We’d also like to remind you that without you, we’re nothing. Our shows are free, and we need to you to spread the word – Please mention us on Facebook and Twitter, and tell your real-world friends too!

FrequencyCast Update 17 February 2011

FrequencyCast — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 17:37:02 +0000

Just out, a 13 minute FrequencyCast Audio Update

Our update, dated 17th Feb 2011, covers some TV channels news, a new Waze, plus news of the new BT Home Hub 3. We also talk about tablet computers, broadband migration, 3D format wars and online advertising.

Our update is now available iTunes: FrequencyCast on iTunes, or you can get it from here: FrequencyCast Updates

Share and Enjoy!

FrequencyCast Show 60 Out Now

FrequencyCast — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:31:49 +0000

The latest free TV and Tech show is now available… Grab yourself a chunk of FrequencyCast Show 60 today.

In this show, here’s a look at what we cover:

News Updates: A busy month the news on YouView, Sky HD, Wifi Hotspots and the BBC
Focus: By popular demand, a look at tablet computers… can the Apple iPad be beaten?
Your comments and questions on rechargeable batteries, Virgin Media, TV in other rooms and weather stations

You can download Show 60 direct to your MP3 player or listen online at http://www.frequencycast.co.uk/latest.html.

If you have an iPod, iPhone or iPad, get shows faster by signing up to FrequencyCast on iTunes.

Links:

Show Notes for Show 60
Transcript: Tablet Computers Explored

We hope you enjoy our latest show. As ever, we’d love your comments, in the space provided below!

As ever, if you like what you’ve heard, please spread the word to your Facebook and Twitter chums…