Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice & tech news broadcasts by Fevzi Turkalp on the BBC & elsewhere

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Vernon Harwood on BBC Radio Berkshire to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; how to make the most of the tech you already have and expand how you use it and a look at the EU Commission's attempt to regulate the technology industry and how it handles the introduction of such things as Artificial Intelligence, personal data, our rights in virtual worlds and so on.

Gadget of the Week goes to the range of accessories by Twelve South, including their HiRise stand for Macbook, Curve Stand, and Backpack for M1 iMac. These peripherals are ergonomically designed to make using your laptop or computer more comfortable and enjoyable, made of high quality materials they'll grace any desk. Listen in for full details.

You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Berkshire just after Midday every Saturday and can follow and contact him on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Bill Buckley on BBC Radio Berkshire to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; Scam energy bill support emails and text messages are in the news as criminals take advantage of the rising prices to prey upon recipients of the government rebate. Plus the downfalls of eating a chocolate orange before going on-air, you have been warned.

First Gadget of the Week is the House of Marley Get Together Duo Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers. This innovative pair of speakers feature one which is mains powered and another which contains a rechargeable battery, allowing it to be taken with you as a portable speaker offering up to 20 hours' playback. When brought in close proximity they automatically connect to offer true wireless stereo sound. With USBC charging and Bluetooth, AUX, and RCA Phono connectivity they're versatile enough to cater for most occasions. Made largely of bamboo and other sustainable and/or recycled materials these don't just sound great they're great for the environment, too. Scoring 4 out of 5, listen in for the full details.

Second Gadget of the Week is the House of Marley Bag of Riddim 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker. With 2 x 20watt output from 2 bass woofers and 2 tweeters this Bluetooth connected portable speaker offers up to 10 hours of great sound on the go, with a shoulder strap and bag included, it'll even serve as a power bank to charge your phone while you're out and about. Built to House of Marley's customary ecological standards, the facia is bamboo and even the bag and strap are made of recycled or sustainable materials. Scoring 4 out of 5, full details in the show.

You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Berkshire just after midday every Saturday and can follow and contact him on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Bill Buckley on BBC Berkshire to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; Researchers at Cambridge University are using a humanoid robot with multiple sensors to help diagnose mental and emotional disorders in children, finding the child would often confide in the robot things they wouldn't another person. While of great benefit here, what other jobs will robots be taking in the future and could it be a good thing? Plus, what is the cake of the week?

Gadget of the Week is Arlo Go 2 Security Camera. This WiFi enabled security camera includes a 3G/4G sim card slot slot allowing the camera to be situated where a WiFi signal or cabled connection isn't available using cellular data, plus a memory card slot for storing footage. With the ability to trigger an audible alarm remotely, an internal rechargeable battery, plus the ability to attach an optional solar panel, this camera is ideal for those looking for coverage where a normal security camera cannot be placed. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, listen in for the full details.

You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio Berkshire just after midday every Saturday and can follow and contact him on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Sarah Walker on BBC Radio Berkshire to discuss technology and cake. On this week's show; It's walnut and carrot cake, full details in the show, plus Google are aiming to use 'prebunking' to help internet users learn to recognise fake news and disinformation.

Gadget of the Week is the MetaCat from Elephant Robotics. This realistic looking life-size smart robot cat is ideal for a broad range of users, from children of 3 and up, but can be of particular benefit to those who cannot have pets for various reasons, or suffer from dementia. Though unable to walk about, it meows and purrs, can move its tail, has LED screens for eyes, and mimics the behaviour of a real cat by responding to sensors that detect stroking, movement, and sound, and comes with a grooming brush. Available with and without a bell and dress, this innovative bundle of cuteness scored 

You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Berkshire just after Midday every Saturday and can follow and contact him on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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#Facebook
#Share
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#War
#Democracy
#Vote
#Election
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#Journalism
#Regulations
#VR
#Virtual
#Reality
#Gaming
#Graphics
#Metaverse
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#Travel
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Fevzi Turkalp, the deep voiced Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news. On the show; what are cookies, what information are they collecting about us, and how can we avoid them?

You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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#Europe
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#Alexa
#Smartphone
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#Microsoft
#Windows10
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#Spyware
#Cortana
#Apple
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#Android
#Holiday
#Booking
#CCleaner
#VPN
#Public
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Howard Hughes on TalkRadio & TalkTV to discuss Apple's recent call for users to update their operating systems following the discovery of vulnerabilities, plus a look at the possibility that some driverless vehicles could be on UK roads as early as next year.

You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Bill Buckley on BBC Berkshire to bring the latest tech news and reviews. This week; comestible news with Smash Cake, toffee hammers, and some tech in the news of confirmation that one of the NHS's service providers was the target of a recent ransomware attack which affected several services, including 111 and patient information. Was the disruption minimal, as the NHS claimed, and should such an attack have ever been able to take place in the first place, and how do we protect ourselves from similar attacks?

Gadget of the Week is the DeLonghi Pinguino Pacex130 WIFI Portable Air Conditioning Unit. This air conditioning unit includes a window kit to allow the unit's hose to be secured to a window. Capable of cooling a sizeable room of around 7m square, this air conditioner features a/c, plus dehumidifier, a fan only mode for lower cost running, and Cool Surround Technology. With Wi-Fi connection you operate the unit remotely, including using geo-fencing allowing it to automatically switch on as you approach your home, and integrates with your voice control services such as Google and Amazon Alexa. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, listen in for all the cool details. 

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You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Berkshire just after midday every Saturday and can follow and contact him on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these podcasts please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Danny Pike on BBC Surrey & Sussex to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This time;

First Gadget of the Week is the HoMedics TotalClean 5-in-1 Deluxe Tower Air Purifier. This HEPA standard air filtering tower fan has a pre-filter for larger particles, HEPA filter, carbon filter for removal of smells, ioniser, plus a UVC lamp to kill bacteria. With 5 speed settings it's also quiet in operation and it suitable for larger rooms. Scoring 4 out of 5, full details in the show.

Second Gadget of the Week are the E-Instruments Pure Piano and Pure Upright. These softsynths for iPhone or iPad offer highly realistic recreations of a grand piano and upright piano, offering a range of tones these are ideal when combined with a controller keyboard connected to your device, aimed primarily at musicians these are a joy.

You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Surrey & Sussex every three weeks around 2.40pm and can follow and contact him on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks.

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Bill Buckley on BBC Radio Berkshire to discuss the latest technology news and reviews. This week; the NHS suffers a cyber attack, affecting some of their systems, including the vital 111 service, for several hours. Why did this happen, who did it, and could it have been avoided?

Gadget of the Week is the Anker 575 Docking Station 13-in-1. This docking station connects to a USB-C socket and gives access to up to three 4K HDMI outputs, gigabit wired ethernet, memory card reader, headphone socket, plus extra USB sockets, along with charging capability. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, full details in the show

You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Berkshire just after midday every Saturday and can contact and follow him on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these shows please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks.

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Darren Adam on LBC to discuss the NHS's plans to use Artificial Intelligence to detect Hepatitis B with an aim of eradicating the disease by 2030, but what is the downside to this method of detection and could it include the selling of patient data to save money?

You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on Twitter @gadgetdetective. If you enjoy these podcasts or find them useful please consider subscribing and leaving a review, thanks!

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