Happy Halloween, everyone!

We're celebrating by releasing Episode 13 (ooooooohhhh, spooky) of the BeBizzy Break Podcast where I talk about : 

New Apple Macbook Pro and Microsoft Surface Studio computers launched last week at big prices.

Goodbye to Vine

Speaking of goodbye's... the Apple startup sound won't be included in new computers or operating system updates.

Google has announced throttling of Google Keyword Planner tools for those not spending an un-announced threshold with AdWords.Alternates include using MOZ Keyword Explorer, SEMRush, Search Metrics, and KeywordTool,io. Or it might be time to hire a dedicated SEO person

Looking for your favorite task management software and/or app. Send them to @bebizzy on Twitter.

Sorry we missed Monday's broadcast, but I was on SuperTalk 1270am to guest host the Tech Ranch radio show and most of the afternoon/evening at an open house for Harvest Events, a new wedding venue in Mandan, ND. 

But on Episode 12 today I discussed : 

The Smartwatch is dead, or not...

Mac Sierra 10.12.1 was released, upgrade today!

New beta LinkedIn Company Pages are being rolled out to some

The new Microsoft Surface Studio all-in-one computer was announced today:32GB RAM, 2TB HD/SD storage, four USB 3.0 ports, MiniDisplay port

Surface Dial - haptic feedback device that can be placed on the touchscreen

Hinge allows the 28" monitor to be laid perfectly flat for document markup, design work and more.

True Scale function features a 1":1" actual scale.

$2999, available for pre-order today

TogglGreat time-tracking app I have used for a few months

Pushes time, projects and client info to virtually any device in almost real time.

Free for small/solo users, but cost ranges from $9-59 for a variety of features

http://www.toggl.com

In Episode 11 of the BeBizzy Break Podcast we chat a little about:

The debates are finally over, can I have my social media back yet?

My fancy new Dell D3100 docking station connected to two 23" monitors.

The rumors emerging from the pending Mac announcement for next week including the Magic Toolbar.

Microsoft's new booking service through Facebook that will allow tickets and food to be sold right from the social media site.

Change your LinkedIn password! Czech officials caught a Russian hacker that compromised over 100million accounts in 2012.

Belichick is smashing Surface tablets on the sideline of New England Patriots games.

Samsung is replacing Note 7's right at the airport.

And I'll be appearing on the #VZWBUZZ (#ad) Facebook Live stream tomorrow (Friday, Oct 21) at 3pm CT. Join the chat from 2-3pm, then watch me live!

Episode 10 of the BeBizzy Break Podcast features some commentary on : 

Why do you still have your Note 7? Samsung has stopped the sale and replacement, so turn it in!

Verizon promised to push Google Pixel updates at the same time as unlocked phones. http://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2016/10/12/13258286/verizon-google-pixel-fast-android-updates

Verizon is also asking for a $1B decrease on the offer to buy Yahoo! due to some information regarding Yahoo!'s screening account information for intelligence informaton, and the 2014 data breach that affected around 500 Million subscribers.

Twitter is being shopped around... still. Why hasn't Google just written a check yet?

And if you're going to "friend" me on LinkedIn, at least wait more than an hour to try and sell me something. 

Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Sticher Radio, and PocketCasts!

Episode 10 of the BeBizzy Break Podcast features some commentary on : 

Why do you still have your Note 7? Samsung has stopped the sale and replacement, so turn it in!Verizon promised to push Google Pixel updates at the same time as unlocked phones. http://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2016/10/12/13258286/verizon-google-pixel-fast-android-updatesVerizon is also asking for a $1B decrease on the offer to buy Yahoo! due to some information regarding Yahoo!'s screening account information for intelligence informaton, and the 2014 data breach that affected around 500 Million subscribers.Twitter is being shopped around... still. Why hasn't Google just written a check yet?And if you're going to "friend" me on LinkedIn, at least wait more than an hour to try and sell me something. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Sticher Radio, and PocketCasts!

We missed an episode earlier this week due to a sick dog, but that's all under control so we got back on track with a great interview with Carrie Drephal of the TechnologyHub conference taking place Oct. 13 in Appleton, WI. We talked a bit about the conference, but focused mainly on how to get the most out of any conference from the eyes of an organizer, not a business person or attendee.

We also took a look at the Google hardware announced at yesterday's live stream including the Google Pixel phones, the Google Home, Google Wi-Fi and more.

You can pre-order the Google Pixels from the exclusive provider, Verizon, by clicking here!

We missed an episode earlier this week due to a sick dog, but that's all under control so we got back on track with a great interview with Carrie Drephal of the TechnologyHub conference taking place Oct. 13 in Appleton, WI. We talked a bit about the conference, but focused mainly on how to get the most out of any conference from the eyes of an organizer, not a business person or attendee.

We also took a look at the Google hardware announced at yesterday's live stream including the Google Pixel phones, the Google Home, Google Wi-Fi and more.

You can pre-order the Google Pixels from the exclusive provider, Verizon, by clicking here!

Episode 8 of the BeBizzy Break Podcast features :

An Interview with Rob Port of SayAnythingBlog.com and the Rob (Re)Port on WDAY in Fargo, ND.

Old media is dead... again.

I got Yext Certified!

Car buying is dead... soon.

And some stuff about the debate.

Episode 8 of the BeBizzy Break Podcast features :

An Interview with Rob Port of SayAnythingBlog.com and the Rob (Re)Port on WDAY in Fargo, ND.Old media is dead... again.I got Yext Certified!Car buying is dead... soon.And some stuff about the debate.

Episode 7 of the BeBizzy Break Podcast features some discussion on :

Google, Microsoft or Verizon interested in acquiring Twitter? What does that mean for the social media platform?

Yahoo was breached back in 2014. Change your password now!

When is it time to give up on your old technology and move to something modern and possibly more reliable?

Project AirGig

And tonight's Presidential Debate