Episode 18: Quick Apple Turnover (Voicemail: 206-339-6480)




Tech Talk for Families (Enhanced): Technology, toy, and video game news for YOUR family show

Summary: This week, Teresa enjoys an end to a laptop fire hazard...and fast! And no, we're not going in-depth on the iBrick. Recalls and Safety Information: * Don't try selling recalled items on Ebay * Wal-mart tests for lead, too * Recalled lead-tainted toys replaced by lead-tainted toys Toy News: * Holiday Toy Shortages Expected, but Toy Sales Begin Early, so shop early * FAO Schwartz Top Dozen Toys: These will probably disappear from the shelves first * New Dr. Seuss Games from I Can Do That Games Tech News: * Burn movie downloads to DVD * New Zunes, now with Squircles! Check out iLike for an iTunes version of the Zune Social. * Firefly Mobile and Gameloft to release games for flyphone Interview This week, we welcome Shauna Maggs from Groundspeak in the long-awaited discussion on geocaching. It's a gadget-related activity that involves the whole family, fresh air, and exercise! Video Game News and Reviews: * Free Nintendo Wii 'Jackets' to protect your Wiimotes Review Ratatouille for Wii This week, we take a look at another Ratatouille game, this time for the Wii. Anyone can cook, but can anyone play this game? Feedback * Redboy at The Redboy Podcast left a voicemail * Charles from Desperate Husbands and Mostly News left a voicemail * Join our Discussion List * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut. Other Podcasts Mentioned: * Thanks to Game Addict Hotline for playing our promo. Next week: * Hannah returns with a review of Cars: Supercharged for the Leapster * The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always