Episode 15: Portable Media and Jumping Monkeys (Call Us! 206-339-6480)




Tech Talk for Families (mp3): Technology, Toy, and Video Game News for YOUR Family show

Summary: September will bring an odd schedule, but we should still get at least three episodes out this month with some great guests! And for some reason, most of the tech news is about portable media this week. Welcome to the digital. Recalls and Safety Information: Thanks to more internal quality control testing, Mattel announces more recalls. Do your kids have any toys left? * More Barbie Accessories * Geo Trax * Bongo Band Tech News: * Apple's big iPod news * Archos 605 with Wi-Fi * Sony introduces new Walkman digital video players (the NWZ-A810 and NWZ-S610/S510) * Sony shuts down Connect Music Store * NBC dumps iTunes for Amazon Unbox Nokia announces Ovi Music Store * Smart Limits: AT&T adds parental control options to mobile phones * Would you like some spam with your Quechup? Interview This week, we're thrilled to have a fellow tech podcasting parent, TechTV veteran Megan Morrone from the Jumping Monkeys blog and podcast. And Megan, I found your old blog. Note: This interview was recorded August 28, 2007, so some of the comments need to be heard with that in mind (especially the iPod discussion). You can also hear the full uncut interview in the extras section of our site. Video Game News and Reviews: * Worms: Open Warfare 2 for DS Released * White SingStar Playstation2 with Mics Review Meteos: Disney Magic for DS Teresa the Puzzle Gamer challenges Dale to some DS fun. Feedback * 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 as well as the full uncut interview with Megan. Next week: * An interview with the British TWiT, Wil Harris, about IPTV (Internet Television)! * The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always