SMRPodcast

Episode #106 of the SMRpodcast, Cutting The Cable With Katie Floyd, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week we have special guest Katie Floyd from the Mac Power Users podcast who has successfully cut the cable in her house and no longer pays for service. Katie joins us on this weeks show to give her thoughts on how and why she did it. Show Details Recorded: February 29th, 2012 Published: March 1st, 2012 Duration: 01hr 31min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood Katie Floyd @katiefloyd SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We Welcome Katie Floyd to the show We ask Katie about cutting the cable Katie extplains why she cut the cable in the first place Rod asks what devices she uses for the transition Robb talks about what shows would be difficult for him to cut Chris asks about internet utilization We talk about Apples scheduled iPad announcement Katie loves Apple timing Rod agrees they will be announcing the iPad Robb is not sure he will upgrade We talk about the new Nokia 610 Robb says that it is a good idea and and could really help Microsoft Chris explains that the Nokia 610 is geared towards the low end market Rod talks about Nokia’s new camera technology Picks of the Week OpenDNS (Consumer DNS Management) Katie Floyd (Mac Power Users) LevelUp (Mobile Payment) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) iTunes U (Self Education) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Skype Mobile / World Clock (WP7 Version / Multi Time Zone App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Episode # of the SMRpodcast, It Is Not An Attack, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week we talk about the new BlackBerry Playbook OS and our early thoughts on the updated features. We also give our opinion on the Google Privacy issue and talk about Microsoft's video against Google Apps. Finally, we talk about some new Windows Phone devices hitting the market and Netflix changing gears. Show Details Recorded: February 21st, 2012 Published: February 22nd, 2012 Duration: 01hr 16min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod talks about why he missed some big announcements today Chris still gives him a hard time We talk about the BlackBerry Playbook Version 2.0 Robb says that he was able to install it and liked what he saw do far Chris says he really likes the remote control feature Rodd is considering switching back to the PlayBook We talk about Google circumventing users privacy Chris recaps the issue of Google tricking IE and Safari into accepting third party cookies Robb says that a company that has so many free services will do whatever to make money Rod help explains how wrong Google’s position is Microsoft releases a video showing off new SkyDrive features Chris talks about the new features demoed in the video Robb says that he would love a service that could hold all his files Rod says the new integration looks a lot smoother Other Topics Two New Windows Phones leaked out Netflix Brings Back $7.99 DVD Only Plan Mentioned Links Microsoft video against Google Apps http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=k4EbCkotKPU SkyDrive integration video http://www.wingadgetnews.com/windows-8-skydrive-integration-video/ Picks of the Week Modern Combat 2 Black Pegasus HD (Playbook Game) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Book I am number four and Lync 2010 for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Gooroovster (WP7 Google Music App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #104 of the SMRpodcast, Wassuuup, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week Rod is back with us and Brotha Tech, Terrence Gaines joins us on the show. We get into a conversation about Windows 8 on ARM and also how the apps will work on the new platform. Terrence tells about the Samsung Galaxy Note and how he feels the size affects usage. We also take a count to see what upcoming tablets we are all getting. Finally we talk about Apple and RIM and their latest news. Show Details Recorded: February 13th, 2012 Published: February 14th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 11min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood Terrence Gaines @BrothaTech SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod is back and defends himself for last weeks gaffe Robb reminds Robb on his version of events Terrence breaks the tie Windows 8 on ARM was Announced this week Terrence is wondering if the average consumer will be confused Chris goes through the announcement and what the current information is Robb says Microsoft needs to work hard now to eliminate confusion Rod wants to know what gadgets people are thinking about buying this year Chris says no question he is getting a Windows 8 tablet Terrence says he is passing on the iPad three and going for a Mac Book Robb agrees with Terrence Rod says he is passing on the iPad 3 as well We talk about Apple and their supplier ultimatum Rod brings up the story about Apple and Pegatron Chris loves the name of the company Robb is reminded of the old Microsoft days Terrence says they have good reason to lay down the ultimatum PayPal Testing a QR based Shopping Terrence tells us about PayPal’s possible alternative to Google Wallet Chris really likes the idea Rod says that stores should offer the ability to login to PayPal for purchases Robb is wondering why people are pressed to pay for stuff with their phones Picks of the Week Double Twist (Android iTunes Sync) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Carbon (WP7 Twitter App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview) The Sanctuary BlueLounge Amazon / GrubHub.com (Desktop Charger / Mobile Food Ordering )Terrence Gaines (BrothaTech)

Episode # of the SMRpodcast, Chicken Wings And Beer Part 3, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week finds Rod away on business so Robb and Chris take over the show. We talk about Brandon Watson leaving Microsoft and whether he leaves a void. We also talk about RIM losing a huge supporter of the BlackBerry platform. Robb and Chris also have some comments on the SuperBowl and a few Xbox games. Finally we talk about a surprising revelation of Apple’s revenue source and the new DROID 4. SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Robb asks Chris about Rod missing the show Chris has a few complaints about Rod’s timing Chris talks about his love of Gears of War 3 Robb has been playing Space Marines Robb asks Chris about the Big Microsoft News Last week Chris talks about Brandon Watson Leaving Microsoft Robb says once Brandon gets settled, hopefully he will come back on the show Robb wants to know if there will a huge impact Chris says you cannot replace that talent Robb Talks About Halliburton switching to iPhone Robb says that this is devastating news for RIM Robb also points out why they are switching Chris says that the effect will also affect RIM on their server side business We talk about the SuperBowl and the commercials Robb picks his best commercial of 2012 Chris talks about his favorite commercial 2012 Robb picks his number one Superbowl commercial of all time Chris talks about his number one SuperBowl commercial of all time Allison from the NosillaCast Podcast sends us some information on Apple Both of us can’t believe the chart that she sent us We talk about Apple’s number one source of income We also talk about where software falls in Apple’s business Chris Talks about the leaked Windows Phone 8 information Chris lays out all the features that are expected in Windows Phone 8 Robb can see where Microsoft is headed with Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 Picks of the Week RDO for Android (Music Streaming App ) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) iHome Portable Speakers (Portable Speakers) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #102 of the SMRpodcast, Number One Somewhere, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week Rod seeks out to get some vindication against Robb in what turns out to be a very funny moment. We talk about Rod switching back to iPhone because of Android reboot issues and Robb has a solid plan to help RIM get back on track. Finally Chris points out some solid Windows Phone news from the last week including Brandon Watson setting people straight. SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod points out that Robb could have been mistaken about his tablet travel intentions Robb defends himself by pointing out Rod may have incorecty inferred is intentions Chris sits back and laughs We talk about Rod’s reboot issue on his Galaxy Nexus Rod switched back to iPhone because his Galaxy Nexus kept rebooting Robb says Rod just has bad luck with phones Chris is wondering if Google reader reboots too We get into a conversation about return policies for carriers Rod said he was forced to return the phone because there was two days left on the return policy Chris says he hates that carriers use that policy Robb explains why they use that method for returning devices Robb points out that RIM should be working on deal with Amazon Robb feels that an Amazon deal would help give app credibility to their platform Rod says that they should make the deal before Amazon does it without them Chris says he has no faith that RIM can right their ship We discuss Microsoft and Windows Phone news Chris brings up another reason why Brandon Watson is great for Windows Phone Rod is happy to hear that Barnes and Noble lost their suit against Microsoft Mentioned Links Blake Griffin Dunk Picks of the Week Formspring (Android Social App) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Snapseed (iPhone Photo App) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Man Up / Lost Phone Screen (WP7 apps Man up Button / Lost Phone return info) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #101 of the SMRpodcast, Finger In The Light Socket, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. In this episode we talk about RIM’s CEO shake up and Rod’s back from vacation. Someone broke the ruled to the tablet travel challenge. We also talk about Nokia’s Windows Phone sales numbers and Rod has a pet peeve about the Galaxy Nexus. SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We jump right into RIM’s CEO shake up Rod says the new CEO has already made the wrong statements Robb says that the stock prices are taking a hit Chris says it’s still time for RIM to adopt Windows Phone We talk about Rod’s vacation and travelling with just a tablet Rod says the iPad really slowed down his productivity Robb switched to his laptop because he saw the same problem Chris talks about travelling with just the Acer Iconia Chris Had a debate on another site about a Windows Phone review Chris took issue with the reviewer missing a few features Robb says that is difficult to separate what you are used to in a review Rod points out an issue with a complaint about screen resolution Nokia already accounting for almost half of the Windows Phones Chris says that it is not surprising but good for Nokia Robb says it makes sense as this is the only Phone they are pushing Rod agrees with Robb Rod talks about some intuitive features of the iPhone vs. the Galaxy Nexus Rod points out some subtle things that make the experience on an iPhone better than Android Robb is wondering if any phone will make Rod Happy Mentioned Links Classical Violinist Playing Nokia Ringtone Picks of the Week Evi for Android and iOS Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Ready Player 1 / Amazon Price Checker Android Windows Phone iPhone (Book / Amazon App )Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Tap the Birds (WP7 Game) Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #100 of the SMRpodcast, Corporate Ego, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week features Kevin Wheeler from wingadgetnews.com and Andrew Zarian from the Guys From Queens Network. This week we talk heavily about RIM being up for purchase again and who should buy them. We also cover the Windows Phone and Sprint saga and Ice Cream Sandwich on devices. SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We welcome Andrew Zarian from the Guys From Queens network We also welcome new wingadgernews.com writer Kevin Wheeler This is episode 100 and Rod is on vacation. We talk about RIM being up for sale Robb lets us know that RIM wants Samsung to buy them Brent tells us RIM’s stock price Kevin feels adopting an operating system is a better move for RIM Andrew feels they should have bought WebOS when they had the chance Chris agrees with Kevin We discuss Jerry Yang Leaving Yahoo Brent feels Yahoo Never kept their properties up to date Andrew is surprised that Yahoo has survived this long Chris is not a fan of any of their properties Robb says he still uses Yahoo Finance We Talk about the power carriers have Andrew is waiting for Verizon to get more Windows Phones Robb explains the culture of buying phones in the States vs. Europe Brent feels that we lose with paying full price with phones because contracts are the same price Chris feels this is the carriers end game to keep customers stuck Kevin points out that carriers just don’t want to give up control The Windows Phone, Sprint, and Verizon snub saga continues Chris points out that Verizon may have gotten their feelings hurt Robb feels Verizon has the upper hand Kevin Points out Sprints excuse of not taking a chance on Windows Phone Robb points out that Verizon can charge a premium for their Android phones Picks of the Week SocialCam (Android App)Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) HaxSync BitCasa (Android App / Unlimited Cloud Storage) Brent Harman (SimpleMobileReview) Pictionary Draw (Windows Phone App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview) Wikipedia Offline (Offline Wikipedia Install) Andrew Zarian (Guys From Queens) Add to Contacts (Windows Phone App) Kevin Wheeler (WinGadgetNews)

Episode #99 of the SMRpodcast, All About CES, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week we have are talking about CES and all the cool gadgets and phones that have been announced and not announced so far. The big conversations are around the new LTE Windows Phones and Android Phones. And Robb and Chris are starting a movement. SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod is pretty much shut down and ready for Vacation Allison Sheridan leaves a funny story about her and Verizon CES is this week and there were some big announcements Robb said there were many new TV’s announced Rod says he really likes the OLED and the new Samsung with DirecTV built in Chris points out that the Samsung has 5 tuners on it AT&T is getting two new LTE Phones Chris talks about the new HTC Titan II and the Lumia 900 Robb is asking if we will see some marketing behind these phones Rod says the marketing needs to happen yesterday BlackBerry devices are having batter issues Robb discuses a new battery issue with the BlackBerry Rod can’t wait to tease Allison about her phone We talk about Voice to text On the New Galaxy Nexus Rod talks about the video he posted showing the different voice systems on Android Robb points out how one is really good and the other not as good Chris talks about the mini competition he and Rod had between Android and Windows Phone Picks of the Week Drag and Go For Android () Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) iTimelapse Pro ( Time lapse Video Recordin )Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) GSI USB Cradle ( Dock for HTC Titan )Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #98 of the SMRpodcast, Kiss The Ring, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This is the first episode of the new year and we pick up right were we left off with all the laughs you can handle. This weeks episode we talk about RIM possibly replacing their CEOs and what they can do to save 2012. We also talk about the beef between Verizon and Windows Phone 7 and Rod gives us his early impressions of his new Android Phone. SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod is getting closer to cutting the cable Chris points out some of the flaws in his mindset Robb is also interested to see how if he could drop the cable company We discuss RIM possible replacing the CEO’s Rod asks Robb his opinion of replacing the CEO’s Robb gives his thoughts and wonders how it got this bad We discuss what can be done to salvage 2012 for TIM Robb says they should be talking to Amazon Rod wonders why can’t the go with Android Chris says they should still adopt Windows Phone 7 Why is Verizon uninterested in Windows Phone 7 Chris is very annoyed with Verizon not getting a new LTE phone Robb says it is for Microsoft to convince Verizon to carry the Device Rod questions weather a plan for Microsoft to invest in AT&T would work Rod Talks about his new Android Phone Robb wants to know Rod’s early impressions Rod says although the new ICS interface is nicer it is still and Android Phone Rod also talks about the voice commands on the device Chris is wondering how long before the phone is in water

Episode #97 of the SMRpodcast, More RIM Bashing, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week we start with a message from our friend Allison Sheridan regarding Barnes and Noble’s latest Nook change. We also talk about a strange conversation from a T-Mobile rep that Robb witnessed. Finally we get into the latest tech news from RIM, Microsoft and a big Apple discussion. SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Robb had a rough night on the basketball court We do mention that this is the last show of 2011 Allison Sheridan from the Nosilla Podcast drops us a line Robb tells a story of a T-mobile visit We talk about the Barnes and Noble removing Side loading of apps Chris says that they may be ignoring a large portion of their fans Brent thinks that Amazon MAY do the same thing Robb agrees that they may be hurting themselves against Amazon We talk about the latest RIM missteps Robb says that they are just doing everything wrong Rod says that the CEOs are not idiots Brent agrees with Robb Chris suggests that they adopt Windows Phone 7 again Should RIM adopt another ecosystem Rod agrees that they need a new platform and suggests Amazon Chris thinks the should go with Windows Phone Robb agrees with Amazon Brent also agrees that they need an ecosystem Chris brings up a new HTC Lte Windows Phone rumor Picks of the Week Google Currents (Magazine App) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Wireless Speed wheel for Xbox (Xbox 360 accessory) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Xbox 360 with Kinect Bundle (Amazon deal) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview) WordPress for Android (Android WordPress App) (SimpleMobileReview) Waze Chris Dutra (The Midtown Raleigh Show)

Episode #96 of the SMRpodcast, Mary Jo Foley Comes to the SMRPodcast, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week we have a very special guess with Mary Jo Foley from AllAboutMicrosoft.com comes by and hangs out with us. We quickly dive into Microsoft's iOS and Windows Phone app releases that have been polarizing fans. We also talk about Verizon vs. Google, Robb lets us know why he dislikes AT&T the future of Windows 8 tablets. Show Details Recorded: December 13th, 2011 Published: December 14th, 2011 Duration: 01hr 15min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood Brent Harman @jbharman Special Guest: Mary Jo Foley @maryjofoley SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We welcome Mary Jo Foley to the Show Microsoft releases apps to both Windows Phone And iOS Chris says he as no Idea why people are upset about it Mary Jo points out that cross platform apps are better for Microsoft's image. Rod is wondering where are the Android versions Brent says that he may have to stop using OneNote Why is Verizon leaving Google Wallet off of the Galaxy Nexus Rod said Google pointed out a security issue with the way Goggle wallet stores info Chris says that Verizon is just being dirty Robb says that Google wallet has no chance of being on the Galaxy Nexus Mary Jo agrees with Chris and has no faith in Verizon Robb asks Mary Jo is there any update on a Lte Verizon Windows Phone 7 device Mary Jo lays out the rumored launch plan from Nokia She also talks about the possible time frame for the launch Robb maintains that he wants to try out the platform We talk about Microsoft's tablet strategy for next year Mary Jo lets us know that the ARM based tablets may not run traditional Windows Apps Chris agrees that hurts a big differentiator for Microsoft Brent agrees with Mary Jo that tablets and pc’s are different Other Topics Covered Windows Phone Leadership Change HP WebOS goes Open Source Lync Mobile Client Released Picks of the Week (Open Source Apps in Windows 8 App Store) Mary Jo Foley (All About Microsoft) (Join.me)Brent Harman (SimpleMobileReview) (What's App Messenger) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) (Pinterest) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) DomainsOntheFly / m.getglue.com (WP7 Domain Name App /GetGlue Mobile Site) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #95 of the SMRpodcast, Begging For Apps, has been recorded, posted online, and is ready for download. This week we get into the RIM Executives fiasco where they caused a plane to turn around. We also get into the iPad Vs. Kindle Fire and the Verizon ultimatum about Windows Phone 7. Show Details Recorded: December 6th, 2011 Published: December 7th, 2011 Duration: 01hr 15min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod asks Robb to what is going on with the RIM executives Robb says they should be fired for embarrassing the company Will the Kindle Fire help with the sales of the iPad Rod brings up a story where they think people will upgrade from the Fire to iPad Chris says that this is nonsense as there is no direct reason to do so Robb points out that people who want the iPad will go and get them Rod agrees that this story does not make sense We talk about Verizon’s LTE Statement to Microsoft Chris is wondering why they made such a public statement about their ultimatum Rod says they had to do it because customers are complaining about the lack of WP7 devices Robb says unfortunately for Microsoft the need Verizon more that Verizon needs Windows Phone We talk about the EU antitrust probe into Apple Chris says that he is not sure about the EU and their probes Rod says they absolutely should investigate Robb is not sure that there is any anti-trust violation We talk about the possibility of AT&T slowing down the Network Speeds for Windows Phone 7 Chris brings up the fact that users are complaining that speeds are not the same as Android devices Rod says that there are many factors that could be the explanation Picks of the Week 10 Android Apps for 10 Cents (Android App Sale) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Flow (Amazon Product search app) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Xbox Companion App (WP7 Xbox App)Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We talk about some of the Football antics that went on last week We also talk about Thanksgiving dinner Rod lets us know if he only ate ham last week What is going on with the Playbook Rod brings up RIM lowering the price of the Playbook again Robb says that they may get the same effect as the HP Touchpad Robb also says that there may be a root for the Playbook Does a root of the BlackBerry Playbook spell trouble for RIM’s Security Rod says with root access security is compromised Robb says that he believes the way email is run on the device there will not be an issue Chris agrees with Rod We talk about tether for iPhone getting pulled out of the App store Chris says that he is rooting for tether and team to get their app back in Rod says they should just sell it to the jail-breaking community Robb says that they can not be surprised that the app got pulled Microsoft sells over 800,000 Xboxes this weekend Robb says Chris almost convinced him to get another Xbox Rod says that he was one of those people that got a new one Chris says he does not understand how people deal with the crowds We also discuss the new rumor of a Nokia 900 device launching next year

A review of mobile devices, gadgets, technology, and news. Hosted by Rod Simmons and Chris Ashley from http://SimpleMobileReview.com and Robb Dunewood from http://Rimarkable.com.

SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Brent is back and is in studio with the HTC Rezound and DROID RAZR We all received the Kindle Fire today Robb is asking for our early thoughts Rod said he agrees with Chris that it is heavy Brent really like the feel of the device Allison Sheridan Left us a message about Netflix Rod says that he forgot to play it last week Robb says that she was dead on with her comments Chris and Brent agree with Allison We talk about the BlackBerry London and QNX Robb says he likes the look but they have to come with services Chris says that it is ugly Rod says that so far people will decide to go either way Robb wants to know when are the Verizon Windows Phones coming Chris says the rumor is Q1 of next year Nokia is releasing Lte devices Chris also mentions that We all weigh in on the Barnes and Noble patent dispute with Microsoft Chris says he wants to see them go under Brent says that he thinks B&N has a chance against Microsoft Robb is wondering about the anti trust aspect Rod believes that the patents being used are only a pre-cursor to a bigger lawsuit Mentioned Links PICKS OF THE WEEK Flipit USB Charger (Plugless USB Charger )Brent Harman (SimpleMobileReview) Fanhattan (Cross Service Media locator ) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) olloclip (Smartphone camera lens ) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) XBOX 360 (Game Console ) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview) Opening Song SPECIAL THANKS TO CHRIS DUTRA FOR THE OPENING MIX AND LAURA TSAGGARIS FOR THE MUSIC Download Warning Signs in iTunes Find out more information about Laura on her Website BIO Laura Tsaggaris is a Pittsburgh, PA native, who now calls Washington, DC home. Laura is currently touring and working in support of her second full-length independent recording, Keep Talking. Tsaggaris has delivers a focused collection of songs peppered with hard-won insight. Her unique writing style, electric stage performance, and glowing national press for this new record serve as proof that Laura Tsaggaris has arrived and is here to stay. Contact Info General: info@lauratsaggaris.com Booking: chris@rottlesound.com