TWiT News (Audio)

Exploring the floor at the Pepcom Digital Experience we found, NextVR who is partnering with the NFL to immerse fans in VR highlights, Anker and the future of portable battery power, Switchmate snaps over existing light switches to bring lighting controls to your phone, and Rohinni is manufacturing micro-LEDs that are thinner, brighter, and more efficient. Denny Keens, VP of Content - NEXTVR Max Thayer, Product Manager - Anker Dean Finnegan, CEO - Switchmate Hugh N. Baertlien, VP e-Commerce - Leica Geosystems Nick Smoot, Marketing - Rohinni Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Microsoft's answer to the iMac, the Surface Studio, arrived at the Eastside Studio in Petaluma and Leo Laporte unboxed the elegant workstation.The versatile machine has a 28" ultra thin PixelSense display, an Intel Core processor, as well as a 1 TB hybrid hard drive with 64 GB SSD. The Surface Pro also packs 8 GB of RAM, as well as Nvidia's GTX 956M. The unique design, with its hinge, allows the user to transform the machine from a traditional desktop to a tablet-like device. The Surface Dial can be used to customize shortcuts and provide a user interface for a variety of programs, including Spotify, Word, PowerPoint and Paint. Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

In the market for a new ride? Or just interested in the latest automotive tech news available? We checked out some insane custom rides, Chevy's extended electric vehicle the Volt, Ford's EcoBoost motors pack power in a small package, Tim Stevens from CNet's RoadShow explains the future of tech in the automotive industry and BMW makes an Olympic wheelchair. Chevrolet, Michelle Malcho- The Volt delivers 53 miles when only using the battery or up to 420 miles with a fuel tank of gas. Galpin Auto Sports, Mad Mike - Take a look into the artistic and sometimes strange world of custom cars with Mad Mike from the TV show "Pimp My Ride". RoadShow, Tim Stevens - Tim and Padre go over the hot tech from this years AutoShow and where the future of tech is going with the automobile industry. BMW Olympic Wheelchair, Brad Cracchiola - BMW carries over years of automotive technology to create the most advanced Wheelchair in the world. Ford EcoBoost and Echo Sport, Eric Loefler - Making an engine powerful and economic Ford's EcoBoost technology continues to innovate in a compact package. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guest: Tim Stevens Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

At VRDC you'll see what the future of virtual and augmented reality have in store. Jason Howell explores the limits of hardware and software when looking at FOVE's eyetracking VR headset, increase workplace safety with the AR enabled hard hat, fly around the galaxy and have a spaceship battle in EVE Valkyrie, experience movies and music as if you were actually there with the Telepod home theater chair, create your perfect online avatar and take it with you into any game using Morph3D's API, and finally power you VR experience with a powerful and compact PC from Zotac. EVE Valkyrie - Andrew Willians, Lead Designer. Find out what it takes to develop a cutting edge game on multiple platforms and include VR so it's not just a gimmick. Pico - Jennifer Day, Visual Perception Researcher. An innovative take on how to power and keep a VR headset light, by putting most of the components in a controller. Zotac - Kevin Shieh, Social Media and Community Manager. Hardware made for VR, but that keeps cool and quiet with water in a compact form factor. Morph3D - Berkley Frei, VP of Strategy and Innovation. Create your perfect avatar for any game, and have it dynamically change with you. Telepod - Roy Cannell, Senior Advisor. A personal VR theater that makes you feel like you're actually there. Daqri Smart Helmet - Dr. Rajay Kumar. Work safer and smarter using the AR capable helmet capable of data visualization, thermal vision, and guided work instructions. FOVE - Lochlainn Wilson, CTO. Changing the way we interact with games and storytelling using eye tracking. Host: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Megan Morrone explores Pepcom 2016 and discovers that just about every new device is connected to the internet. Whether it be a camera to watch your pets, a stylish wearable tech that keeps track of your daily routine, a centralized streaming service for all your DVDs & music, a robot that teaches kids to code, a pillow that tracks your sleep habits, or a new way to turn your old non-touch screen computers into touch screen computers. Plus, an assortment of Belkin products to keep your tech powered, or connected. Host: Megan Morrone Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Apple announces a new TV app and a new MacBook Pro with a Touch Bar above the keyboard and a larger trackpad. Hosts: Jason Howell, Megan Morrone, and Andy Ihnatko Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Microsoft announced a surprisingly creator-focused line of new products at their event today. On the hardware side, the new Surface Studio is an all-in-one PC focused on content creation. It folds down into an easel and features the thinnest touch monitor available. It can be paired with the Surface Pen and new Surface Dial. They also announced new versions of the Surface Book and Surface Pro, as well as a new Microsoft VR headset. On the software side, Microsoft focused on 3D creation with its new version of Microsoft Paint, Windows Capture 3D, and 3D-focused additions to Office software like PowerPoint. The Surface Studio is available for pre-order now; the Creators Update will arrive this spring. Hosts: Leo Laporte and Paul Thurrott Guest: Ed Bott Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Oculus Connect brings together VR developers and creators, and TWiT sent their own VR enthusiast, Jason Howell, host of Tech News Today, All About Android, and Android App Arena, to cover the event. Jason had a chance to speak with the creator of Unspoken, a fantasy game with wizards and spells, as well as the genius behind the super fun game, Superhot. He demoed the award-winning spy game I Expect You to Die, a James Bond-inspired puzzle game, in addition to the very zen-like game Luna. Jason also had a chance to speak with a former Pixar employee, Tom Sanocki, about his new venture into real-time VR animation editing.If VR is your thing, subscribe to the TWiT Live Specials feed now to ensure you don't miss this or any of our live specials. Host: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Salesforce's annual conference, Dreamforce, has become the largest software conference in the world, and it's happening in TWiT's backyard. So Leo sent Megan Morrone, host of iOS Today and Tech News Today, to check it out.Megan had the opportunity to speak with some kids learning to code. Salesforce has partnered with local public schools and Code.org to teach middle school students how to use code to create jousting LEGO robots. She also spoke with members of the leadership team at Salesforce for Startups, the organization credited with launching the Salesforce Incubator, a program where a dozen startups are mentored by the cloud computing giant. She also spoke with the finalists in the Dreampitch competition, a Shark Tank inspired event! Host: Megan Morrone Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Stacey Higginbotham cover the Made by Google announcement live. Google announced their Google Assistant which will tie into the following new hardware: Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Google Home, Daydream View, Chromecast Ultra, and Google Wifi. Find out all the specs, product details, and learn how Google Assistant will integrate into your everyday life. Hosts: Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Stacey Higginbotham Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

MakerPipe builds anything with electrical conduit, Chipsetter is the first pick-and-place machine for a workshop, fast prototype circuit boards with Voltera, and BOSEbuild brings the maker spirit to a build-your-own speaker. Plus, look into your own brain using the NeuroTinker! Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

World Maker Faire in New York is one of the most anticipated DIY events of the year, and this year's event delivered! Father Robert Ballecer, SJ was dispatched to the Big Apple in search of the most innovative, creative, and original minds in the Maker Movement. He saw wearables powered by Arduino computers, tiny high-capacity computers, and a verdant, lush space in the most unlikely place.Check out our live special coverage of day 1 to see these and so much more. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2016 did not disappoint. Jason Howell spoke with Airmule about shipping solutions, Nexpaq about their modular cases, Zipbuds with their wireless headset, and was blown away with SoundSpace. Check out our live special coverage to see the latest and greatest in the startup ecosystem. Host: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

Leo, Megan, and Andy dissect the Apple iPhone 7 announcement live. The keynote features the latest iOS devices including iPhone 7, 7 Plus, Apple Watch Series 2, AirPods, iWork, Pokemon Go on the Apple Watch, and the return of Mario. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Megan Morrone, and Andy Ihnatko Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.

The perfect automated coffee with Jura, Adidas is making soccer balls smarter, Fitbit's next generation of wearables, Lenovo's Yoga Book bends the rules, LG's OLED tunnel is a sight to behold, use the force with Sphero, and we round up our trip to IFA 2016! Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Bryan Burnett Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-live-specials.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this special presentation.