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digitalSoup episodes

  • 030 Super Photo Collection Beatdown!
    It’s a bit of a photography heavy schedule this week! Your digitalSoup hosts try to figure out what to do with all of these large photo collections and some possible solutions to help you out. Plus they discuss some great options for places to check out gear before you buy it so you can make sure you are making the right choice. Of course things end up with some great superhero talk, including a recommendation on a fun YouTube channel from Batinthesun, along with a great walk down memory lane as we pull up a great series of our favorite movies from the 1980's!
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    Weekly RiddleYou see a boat filled with people. You look again but this time you don’t see a single person on the boat. Why? Hint: The boat has not sunk. Answer at the end of the show!
     
    Shutterfly App
    Great option for some basic printing, unlimited print orders from the app with only shipping to pay.
     
    LensRentals.com & BorrowLenses.com
    Want to try a lens out before going out and purchasing it or need a lens for just one specialized project, why not rent one for a week?
    Batinthesun
    Fun YouTube channel for superhero smackdowns and battles.
     
    Music Credit
    Intro Background Music: The Run by Kai Engel. licensed under an Attribution License.
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
     
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
     
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 14 min
  • 029 Dear digitalSoup v2.0
    This week the soup is really on!  The guys discuss the new Spiderman Homecoming movie and more, as well as some funny places where people pretend to sleep for Instagram fame.  The main course is another nice helping of some fresh “Dear digitalSoup”.  You asked, now deal with the answers!
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    Weekly Riddle:
    A mother has five boys, Marco, Tucker, Webster and Thomas. Was the fifth boys name Frank, Evan or Alex?
    Answer at the end of the episode!
     
    Usually Dave’s Spider-Man:Homecoming reaction video
    Awesome Instagram Account
     
    Camera recommendations.
    If you are going to purchase a camera go ahead and use the links below to help support the show through our Amazon Affiliate program! We'd greatly appreciate it!
     
    Canon EOS Rebel SL1 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
     
    Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Digital SLR Camera Body - WiFi Enabled
     
    Music Credit
    Intro Background Music: The Run by Kai Engel. licensed under an Attribution License.
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
     
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
     
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 31 min
  • 028 Restaurants and Rants
    This week the digitalSoup starts with a dash of tech news about Gennova, a little talk about a new webcam and more iPhone 8 details leaking. We build up the stock with a great story from Jason and a rant about the stupidity of people trying to make viral web content, followed by a splash of some quick tips for photographing fireworks. To really bring the flavor home we whipped up some sweet movie and tv news! Pull up a chair and get ready because the digitalSoup is on!
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    Weekly Riddle:
    What flies but has no wings?
    Answer at the end of the episode!
    Gennova, the multilingual home assistant:
    Adam mentioned it a couple episodes back in regards to his wish for there to be just a single device that you could use with all of the personal home automation assistants, Siri, Alexa, Google, etc. Now a kickstarter project that appears set to ship in November may let you do just that.
     
    iPhone 8 details leaked
    The style is changing it appears and being the announcement is supposed to happen in September is this now fairly certain to be the final design?
     
    Some quick tips for photographing fireworks
    Since it’s the 4th of July holiday here in the US, we figured we’d have a BRIEF discussion about some tips to help you get the most out of your camera so you can get some amazing fireworks photos this year.
     
    Netflix new Castlevania Series drops this week
    Fans of the classic Castlevania series have something to do this Friday, July 7th as the all new animated Castlevania Series debuts on Netflix.
     
    GTA V once again in the movie business
    We saw GTA V used to make a fan remake of the classic Terminator 2 a short while back, now another short film has been made using this popular game!
     
    Spider-Man Audi commercial
     
    The Weekly Garnish
    Mender
    Being called the “Uber for Photoshop” it is a new service that flows entirely through your phone allowing to send off a photo and have things photoshopped quickly and right from your phone.
    Couple asks the internet to photoshop out shirtless fat guy behind them.
    James Fridman - Expert Photoshop Troll
     
    Music Credit
    Intro Background Music: The Run by Kai Engel. licensed under an Attribution License.
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 28 min
  • 027 Oh Pooh! A Classic gaming resurgence, new Netflix options and a sprinkle of tech news.
    This week the guys serve up some news about Netflix, who is offering choose your own adventure style programming, with a side dish of portable video card tech. The main course offering is a hearty blend of movie and classic gaming news with announcements from Sega and Nintendo. Bring your appetite because the digitalSoup is on!
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    Weekly Riddle:
    What goes through a door but never goes in and never comes out?
    Answer at the end of the episode!
    AORUS GTX 1070:
    In a world of portability apparently video cards were feeling left out so meet the external video card rig from AORUS based on the GeForce GTX 1070 card.
     
    Netflix Choose Your Own Adventure:
    The popular streaming movie service has introduced a potentially fun new feature for an enhanced tv viewing experience by adding in the ability to make choices on where the story will go as you watch.
     
    Glow: A Netflix Original
    Released on June 23rd, it’s a fun look at the world of women's wrestling back in the 80’s. This is a fictionalization of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling show that aired in the hey-day of the WWE(WWF)
     
    Watchmen may be coming to HBO:
    In a move to possibly replace Game of Thrones which has just 2 seasons left, HBO looks to be in the process of bringing the popular comic series from Alan Moore to the small screen.
     
    Goodbye Christopher Robin
    The trailer for the live action Winnie the Pooh movie has dropped. Not what I expected, but looks interesting.
     
    Sega Forever Collection:
    Sega delivers a bunch of their classic catalog to your mobile device...for FREE.  Only caveat … they are ad supported.  You can remove ads for a one time purchase each of $1.99.
     
    SNES Classic AnnouncedLooks like a blast to be had for just $80….if you can actually get your hands on one that is.
     
    The Weekly Garnish
    Q5 Ear Buds
    The way cheaper but supposedly just as good alternative to the Apple Ear Pods.
    Music Credit
    Intro Background Music: The Run by Kai Engel. licensed under an Attribution License.
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 17 min
  • 026 Atari, Ryzen and Samsung Frames a TV
    Kicking off with our huge announcement! That’s right, digitalSoup is an official member of the GonnaGeek.com Podcast Network!  The guys then dive into some more of Jason’s PC woe’s and his plans on his next build which includes the new Ryzen SKU. Atari announces the Ataribox, a mystery machine in the making. Samsung finally releases their new Frame TV at a premium price and then the conversation stays with TV and movies including a potential John Wick TV spinoff and a “What If” discussion about movies swapping cultures. Plus move over Pokemon Go because Garfield Go is now a real thing!
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    Weekly Riddle:A man is trapped in a room. The room has only two possible exits: two doors. Through the first door there is a room constructed from magnifying glass. The blazing hot sun instantly fries anything or anyone that enters. Through the second door there is a fire-breathing dragon. How does the man escape?Answer at the end of the episode!
     
    Atari is working on a new console called the Ataribox?!?!
    Atari CEO Fred Chesnais told GamesBeat in an exclusive interview that his fabled video game company is working on a new game console.  Chesnais declined to describe a lot of details about the console. But he said it is based on PC technology. He said Atari is still working on the design and will reveal it at a later date.
     
    Samsung’s Frame TV
    The TV that looks like a piece of framed artwork on your wall is now available for purchase for the low price of $1999 - $2799 plus up to an additional $500 depending on how you want to customize the materials and look of the frame.
     
    A John Wick TV Series in the works?It looks like we'll be seeing the universe of John Wick, the super mysterious world of assassins, brought into a TV Series mode. While no networks have been announced just yet, it’s in development at Lionsgate and is going by the working title of “The Continental”. Keanu is not the star, but is slated for guest appearances.
     
    Garfield GO!
    So in a true knock off of the popular Pokemon GO Mobile game, apparently Garfield GO is a real thing. Described on their site as a “brand new augmented reality treasure hunt game, featuring everyone’s favorite lasagna-loving cat!” you can now go adventuring with Garfield. Looks to be available on both iOS and Android and available in the US, Canada and Australia.
     
     
    The Weekly Garnish
    98DEMAKE YouTube Channel
    Ever wondered what some of your favorite modern games would have looked like on the original PlayStation? Me neither, but now that I’ve seen these I can’t help but be intrigued!
     
    Pixel PeeperNew web based program that reads EXIF data for images that have been processed in Adobe Lightroom and will show you what edits were made to that image.
     
    Rakka: Volume 1
     A fantastic short film on YouTube!
    Credits for Music:
    Intro Background Music: The Run by Kai Engel. licensed under an Attribution License.
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 11 min
  • 025 Farewell Adam West, Hello Black Panther Trailer, LogMeIn Locks Jason Out and E3 Gaming News
    Busy week starting starting out with a big shoutout and thank you to The Naked Porch Podcast for a great review over on Apple Podcasts! Jason has a big issue with the LogMeIn service for remotely accessing PC’s and Adam has a few better alternatives to help him out. We say farewell to our original Batman, Adam West, as he passed away this last week. The Black Panther Trailer has dropped, it looks awesome but the guys still don’t know what it’s really about! Then it’s on to gaming with the XBox One X announcement and some other great gaming news coming out of the E3 2017 conference - plus a direct competitor to Zelda: Breath of the Wild in the newish game from publisher Tequila Works, called RiME.
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    We travelled the sea far and wide. At one time, two of my sailors were standing on opposite sides of the ship. One was looking west and the other one east. And at the same time, they could see each other clearly. How can that be possible?
    ANSWER GIVEN AT THE END OF THE EPISODE!
     
    Recommended Remote Access Options
    Jason had some issues with LogMeIn…. Here are some alternatives that Adam recommended to help support your friends, family, and business.
    For personal use: https://www.teamviewer.com/en/
    For business: https://www.connectwise.com/software/control
     
    Black Panther Trailer
    In a great looking trailer, the guys are excited about this upcoming movie from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, even though they have no real idea what it’s about.
     
    Scorpio is now Xbox One X!
    Launching November 7, the Xbox One X features the most powerful specs in the company's history.  These specs allow the console to run the Xbox Oquine's current library of games with faster load times, improved anisotropic filtering, and supersampling, which means the console's current games will look sharper on 1080p televisions.
     
    RiME
    Released on May 26th, 2017 by developer Tequila Works and publisher Grey Box & Six Foot, this looks to be a direct competitor to Zelda: Breath of the Wild. However instead of being a Nintendo Switch only title, RiME is available on virtually all systems, including PC, so everyone can get their fix of some great large scale adventuring!
     
    Days Gone Gameplay TrailerSuper intense zombie slaying game Jason found the trailer for a little while back and it’s now been announced as a Sony Exclusive title.
     
    COOL THING OF THE WEEKStoreo and VideoGrade for Instagram and Video editing.
     
    Mophie Wireless Charging Cases:Are they worth it? They look cool, especially with the built in magnetic mount for vehicles, but is it just another bit of marketing hype or actually useful?
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
     
     
    Intro Background Music: The Run by Kai Engel. licensed under an Attribution License.
    1 hr 24 min
  • 024 Apple's WWDC and AMD plus a little Arcade2TV
    Big tech week as we discuss Alexa and Siri getting in bed with each other!  Alexa continues to work in more Apple functionality . AMD is now releasing the Ryzen and Vega graphics line in APU formats, some great news for gaming fans! Then it’s time to dive into the big news this week with Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, Day One news for our main topic of the show. Plus some fun discussion about Wonder Woman, Batman and DC Cinematic Universe, arcade games including the Arcade2TV and the guys share a few of their favorite apps and mobile games in honor of WWDC.
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    WEEKLY RIDDLE:
    A woman is sitting in her hotel room when there is a knock at the door. She opened the door to see a man whom she had never seen before. He said “oh I’m sorry, I’ve made a mistake, I thought this was my room.” He then went down the corridor and in the elevator. The woman went back into her room and phoned security. What made the woman so suspicious of the man?
    ANSWER AT THE END OF THE SHOW!!
     
    Alexa invades Siri’s iCloud Calendar
    This marks the fifth calendar service in Alexa’s skillset now and based on comments from Amazon, iCloud calendar functionality has been one of the most requested features from Alexa customers.
     
    AMD will be releasing Ryzen and Vega graphics in APU formats!
    Late 2017 or early 2018 AMD will be updating their APU lineup with the Ryzen chips, code-named Raven Ridge.  These will be 4-core/8-thread processors with an integrated Vega graphics chip.  This is a first time an APU has had more than four processing units, Raven Ridge will have twice the threads of the fastest APU before it.  This is a truly powerful APU that is promising great gaming performance!
     
    Usually Dave’s First Reaction video for the new Wonder Woman movie! Be sure to hit that subscribe button over on the YouTube channel while you’re there!
     
    Arcade2TVNew product from the awesome people over at X-Arcade, bringing more than 250 arcade classics to your living room tv! Check out a great review over on YouTube by GetConnected TV’s Mike Agerbo and Lindsay Smith here!
     
    Mario Kart Arcade GP DX Gameplay Footage
     
    Get Marathon by Bungie for FREE!
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 25 min
  • 023 PC News, New Drones and did somebody say Quiz Show?
    We dive into some great PC news with Intel being pushed by AMD to step up their game in the high end consumer processor market, Thunderbolt is going royalty free in an effort to boost adoption into more devices and DJI drops the all new SPARK drone to fit a more budget minded market. Plus we have our second ever Quiz Show, the music edition and an awesome dude with a ton of passion and time on his hands recreates Terminator 2 in Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V).
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    WEEKLY RIDDLE:
    Why did the coffee taste like mud?
    ANSWER AT THE END OF THE SHOW!!
     
    Massive Leak Reveals Monster 18-core Intel Core i9-7980XE Processor:
    Now that AMD is back in the game it is pushing Intel to innovate again and they just answered with a massive shot across Threadripper’s bows!
     
    Thunderbolt Goes Royalty-Free as Intel Repositions It to Boost Adoption
    Barely used outside of the Apple world
    Royalty free to help build adoption
    Intel is going to bake Thunderbolt 3 support into its future CPUs
     
    DJI Announces the new SPARK
    Ultra portable drone, excellent for some but there are some sacrifices.
     
    COOL FINDS OF THE WEEKTerminator 2 recreated in GTA5:
    In a crazy cool personal project one man has recreated the classic blockbuster movie, Terminator 2, using just the Grand Theft Auto 5 game. It’s a long video but very cool to see.
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 3 min
  • 022 Arking topics from TV to Tech and Alexa levels up
    There is a ton of tech news to get to this week, from the new Windows 10 Creator Update, Microsoft trying to add holographic glasses, Raspberry Pi Linux Desktop updates and Usually Dave as he continues to explore repurposing his old PC by installing Ubuntu. Of course we are excited to talk about some awesome new TV announcements for next fall, from X-Men: The Gifted and The Inhumans to the all new space comedy drama The Orville. Don’t forget you are all invited to Jason’s private server for Ark:Survival Evolved and remember to do us a huge favor and introduce the digitalSoup Podcast to everyone you think would enjoy a little ‘Soup in their life!
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    Shuttertime with Sid and Mac - If you are a photographer or are just interested in good photography conversation, Dave has been a guest on the most recent couple of episodes of this fantastic photography podcast so make sure and head over to Shuttertime and drop them a line to let say hi and let them know that digitalSoup sent you!
     
    Microsoft Holographic Near-Eye Displays
    Microsoft is developing holographic display glasses. Though under development, the potential uses for these are tremendous.  Actual Microsoft Research site.  (I’m not sure why ZDNET is calling it a potential smart-phone killer.  That doesn’t make sense to me. -Adam)
     
    X-Men:  The Gifted debuts on Fox this fall!
    Two ordinary parents take their family on the run from the government when they discover that their children have mutant abilities, and join an underground community of mutants who have to fight to survive
     
    The OrvilleWhen Star Trek meets Spaceballs you get The Orville. A brand new space comedy from Seth MacFarlane set to debut on Fox this Fall. Timely release to compete directly with the new Star Trek : Discovery TV series.
     
    Raspberry Pi Linux Desktop
    This kit turns the Raspberry Pi into a limited buy usable Linux desktop.
     
    Alexa levels up with Dish Network:
    Grabbing another new partner, Alexa gets an upgrade to integrate with Dish Network. Will they add the ability to watch your Dish TV over the new Echo Show? Plus they are adding echo to echo calling VOIP for free.
    COOL GADGET OF THE WEEKPokemon fans rejoice! This newly announced special edition Pokemon watch is on it’s way! You can order yours or a bunch of other great geeky designs at the watchmaker, Romain Jerome’s, website today!
     
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    Be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and leave a review, lets us know what you think.  You can reach us at the digitalSoup podcast website, Facebook or on Twitter @thedigitalsoup.  We are also on Instagram so follow us for extra bonus material and show highlights! Have a follow up thought to anything we discussed or have an idea on what we should talk about in a future episode then drop us a message on Twitter or our Facebook page or better yet record the message on your computer or phone and email it to [email protected] and we will play it on the air. Thanks for listening!!
     
    What the guys are doing outside the podcast:
     
    Jason - http://www.youtube.com/GameGuru
               [email protected]
    Adam - https://twitter.com/StarfieldEscape
               [email protected]
    Dave - http://www.davidszweduik.com/
               [email protected]
    1 hr 24 min
  • 021 The Amazon Echo set to Show off a new trick
    As the digital assistant wars heat up the Amazon Echo Show comes out with a brand new touchscreen feature while Microsoft’s Cortana get’s a holographic upgrade. Some big releases for XBox One and their backwards compatibility sale and the release of Injustice 2, both happening May 16th. The new Star Trek: Discovery series is winding up, tiny drone technology coming to the military and law enforcement and Jason has a special thank you and treat for all digitalSoup listeners with an invite to his own personal server on the great pc game, Ark: Survival Evolved.
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    WEEKLY RIDDLE:
    Feed me and it will give me life. But give me a drink and I will die. What am I?
    ANSWER AT THE END OF THE EPISODE!
     
    Amazon Echo Show: The digital assistant wars continue to heat up as Amazon announced the Echo Show, a new hybrid of the popular Echo device that now includes a 7” touchscreen to allow Alexa to not just give you answers, but show them to you. From watching YouTube videos, such as those done by Jason on gaming and Dave on photography, to making video calls and of course all of the standard Echo functionality this has potential to be the next direction in the war between Apple, Google and Amazon. But what about Microsoft’s Cortana? Who cares you say? Well, according to Microsoft there are more than 145 million users of their personal assistant within Windows 10, but one man has taken it to the next level. Mr. Jarem Archer has taken it upon himself to build a “holographic” version of the famous Cortana, much like we saw in the popular gaming series Halo.
     
    Huge Sale on XBox One backwards compatibility games starting May 16th!: All XBox One owners get set as games will be discounted up to 75%! Full list of titles is not yet available but so far the expected sales will include Call of Duty: Black Ops II, Red Dead Redemption, GTA IV and Skate 3.
     
    Star Trek: Discovery: While there has been no official release date set, this prequel to Star Treck: The Original Series is set to star Riann Wilson and looks to give Trek fans a brand new series to dive into. But there is a catch, being able to watch it may be tricky.
     
    Creepy Lights Out video short that the feature lengthy movie was based on. Watch at your own risk because this one takes the creepy factor up to 11!
     
    Tiny drones giving soldiers more visual range: The Snipe Nano Quadrotor, a pocket sized drone made by AeroVironment, is set to be added to the regular arsenal of our soldiers in the battlefield. Created to be nearly silent, they have great range and a top speed of 22mph, it’s another great tool to help keep our soldiers safe. Should also be released to our law enforcement agencies by the end of the year. Great tool or getting too close to big brother-esque spying?
     
    Jason’s Ark: Survival Evolved Personal Server
    Calling all Ark: Survival Evolved players, the Arkhaeologists server had just reset to zero with a fresh copy of The Volcano map! Come check out this private server with lots of great mods and multipliers. We would love to build a community of like minded nerds having fun and you might see some of us digitalSoup hosts in game! Jason is the owner of this server so you might see him off and on for sure! This is digitalSoup's gift to our listeners.
     
    COOL GADGET AND SITE OF THE WEEK:
    INJUSTICE 2 RELEASED: The super popular DC Comics game that allows you to battle through a cinematic storyline and finally settle the score of who would actually win in a fight between Superman and Batman is set to release May 16th and it looks epic! The good folks over at Gamespot have put together a list of all the characters included/announced so far with actual gameplay screen captures of each if you want to have a look.
    Injustice 2 free in the app store to give you a little taste and hold you over if you can’t pick up the full game for your console.
     
    Don’t forget, Souper Friends, if you head over to Origin Artwork you can score an extra 20% off your order by using the promo code “DIGITALSOUP” in the checkout box so be sure to take advantage of it while you can!
     
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