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For a second week in a row, Google showers us with updates. We first start off with the Motorola G, a $180 smartphone from Motorola. We go over the specs, and decide if it is worth it. Next we play some inside analytics with Paul, where he explains to us the changes to Google Analytics. While it doesn't affect us, it affects the webmasters trying to get higher rankings. Finally we trying to figure out if Justin will forego his therapist's couch for his own couch by using Google helpouts. Show Notes Moto G | http://www.motorola.com/us/consumers/moto-g/moto-g-pdp.html Google Analytics | http://www.google.com/analytics/ Google Helpouts | http://helpouts.google.com Comments:

For a second week in a row, Google showers us with updates. We first start off with the Motorola G, a $180 smartphone from Motorola. We go over the specs, and decide if it is worth it. Next we play some inside analytics with Paul, where he explains to us the changes to Google Analytics.… Continue reading Google Presses the Update All Button – inThirty 118

You carry one device with you more than anything else, and it isn't your wallet.  What once was a gadget that just had some phone numbers has turned into a treasure trove of personal identifiable information.  What should you do to secure your new purchase?  We discuss tonight. What are the pros and cons of unlocking your phone? What are the pros and cons of rooting your phone? Should you download third party virus scanners? Show Notes: Android Device Manager | https://www.google.com/android/devicemanager?u=0 Nexus 5 | https://play.google.com/store/devices/details/Nexus_5_16GB_Black?id=nexus_5_black_16gb&hl=en

Chaim has been busy this week following all these Google Announcements.  Find out who ChaimTime gave his Glass invites for.  Will he upgrade to the new version?  What is new in Kit Kat, and how is the Nexus 5. Show Notes: Google Glass Invites | http://www.engadget.com/2013/10/28/google-will-soon-let-glass-users-upgrade-their-hardware-and-invi/ Android Kit Kat | http://developer.android.com/about/versions/kitkat.html Nexus 5 | https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_5_black_32gb   Comments:

Chaim has been busy this week following all these Google Announcements.  Find out who ChaimTime gave his Glass invites for.  Will he upgrade to the new version?  What is new in Kit Kat, and how is the Nexus 5. Show Notes: Google Glass Invites | http://www.engadget.com/2013/10/28/google-will-soon-let-glass-users-upgrade-their-hardware-and-invi/ Android Kit Kat | http://developer.android.com/about/versions/kitkat.html Nexus 5 | https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_5_black_32gb   Comments:

New information came out proving that Google and Yahoo were correct in their statement that they have not given or allowed the NSA to come in and parse user data. On today's show we discuss how the NSA tapped Google and Yahoo at the weakest link. Show Notes: http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/national-security/nsa-infiltrates-links-to-yahoo-google-data-centers-worldwide-snowden-documents-say/2013/10/30/e51d661e-4166-11e3-8b74-d89d714ca4dd_story.html

[EDIT: This is Episode 116] We are joined by +LukeOlson to discuss yesterday’s Google+ announcement. +ChaimCohen is excited that photography is taking a front seat, and produces amazing results. We have questions regarding hangouts, but overall a very positive announcement. Chaim messed up with the time, and we ran a minute or two over.

[EDIT: This is Episode 116] We are joined by +LukeOlson to discuss yesterday's Google+ announcement. +ChaimCohen is excited that photography is taking a front seat, and produces amazing results. We have questions regarding hangouts, but overall a very positive announcement. Chaim messed up with the time, and we ran a minute or two over.

If you had to send money to someone, how would you do it? On today's show we discuss means of sending money online the simplest, fastest, and most secure way. We discuss the new game in town with Square Cash, and compare it to both Google Wallet, and traditional Bill Pays from a bank. We then look at the security of Square Cash, and Tom gives his verdict. Show Notes: Square | SquareUp.com Google Wallet | Wallet

We are joined today by famed rumor prognosticator Drew Pitchford to discuss what happened today.  Is free software enough to tempt people onto Apple saying that you only have to buy the hardware? After we argue the merits of free software, we dive into the commitment to ship a new mac pro in 2013.  Chaim breaks down that he is happy that old hardware has been given a breath of fresh air.  Finally we discuss iPads.  

We are joined today by famed rumor prognosticator Drew Pitchford to discuss what happened today.  Is free software enough to tempt people onto Apple saying that you only have to buy the hardware? After we argue the merits of free software, we dive into the commitment to ship a new mac pro in 2013.  Chaim… Continue reading Thinner, Lighter, Faster (Apple iPad/Mac Pro Announcement) – inThirty 115

Welcome to our podcast on security. Our goal is to take complicated issues and break them down for the average person. On our first episode of inSecurity, we discuss what it means to have your buddy list and address book shared with the NSA. Next we tackle what is meant by Glen Greenwald with "The worst is yet to come." We finish up discussing Tom's talk on security should be shiny.

Chaim was really excited about the new Sony A7. We ask him to explain why is so excited, and why a new camera really matters. After we focus on taking pictures, and what gear everyone else has. Are the days of cameras over with the great image quality of the 5s? Finally we discuss add-ons… Continue reading Things That Go Click Click Click – inThirty 114

Chaim was really excited about the new Sony A7. We ask him to explain why is so excited, and why a new camera really matters. After we focus on taking pictures, and what gear everyone else has. Are the days of cameras over with the great image quality of the 5s? Finally we discuss add-ons for camera phones.  

We go live this week with still hot of the press news of T-Mobile’s UNCarrier 3.0 Announcement.  We hear that roaming data will be included at no additional charge.We also hear that T-Mobile has stepped up their national game, and now includes 200 million people on 4G.  Peter Teoh joins us, as our senior travel… Continue reading Wherever You May Roam – inThirty 113