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Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:09 am by Jeffrey Powers

If you’re a gigging musician like I am, or just looking to take your home practice to the next level, the Jamzone App might be your new favorite tool to add to your music tech library. Built with performers in mind, this app gives you real-time access to professional-quality backing tracks for musicians, complete with multi-stem control, setlist organization, and compatibility across iPad, Android, Mac, and more.

Jamzone comes from the same minds behind Karafun and Karaoke Version— Recisio. But Jamzone isn’t just karaoke for musicians; it’s a full virtual band. Each track is recorded by studio pros, allowing users to mute vocals, isolate instruments, change pitch and tempo, or loop sections for perfect practice or seamless live performance. You can even send click tracks separately to your in-ears while the audience hears the clean mix.

Jamzone’s multi-platform compatibility and tiered subscriptions (including a free version) means you can start experimenting right away. With support for music stems, real-time mixing, and even routing to external gear (with Pro subscription), it’s perfect whether you’re playing acoustic guitar at a bar or needing that keyboard track when running a full-stage production. The app’s flexibility allows you to build dynamic, rich arrangements tailored to your unique performance style.

If you’re on iOS, Android, or Mac, you can download the software. Windows users will have to use a program like BlueStacks, which emulates and Android environment (Make sure your Windows PC can handle running this emulator).

Whether you’re practicing that tough bridge for the fifth time or running a full solo set with full-band sound, Jamzone gives musicians the tools they need to sound bigger and more professional—without sacrificing control.

One thing I find really useful is to solo the track you’re practicing. The Riff will be clear and easy to hear, and if you select the section repeat, you can play through it a few times before going back to the whole song.

There are three subscription model prices, the free tier – giving you limited songs to practice, the Standard tier ($9.99/mo) which is for at-home use, and the Pro tier ($19.99/mo) for playing out.

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Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:07 am by Jeffrey Powers

DSLR shooters have an advantage that most PTZ camera owners don’t – until now. OBSBOT Tail 2 solves the issue of shooting with a PTZ on a bright sunny day- overexposed skies, washed out faces, hours of post-editing.

The OBSBOT Tail 2 ND Filters are a small accessory that will help capture the clouds and the faces without maxing out shutter speed and ISO.

They simply function like if you put sunglasses on. It enables you to shoot nice, clean, and well-balanced shots without sacrificing clarity.

The Tail Air has ND Filter Kits for both the Tail 2 and the Tail Air cameras. The kit includes 4 ND filters: ND8, ND16, ND32, and ND64 rings. They push onto the camera while the counterbalance rings keep weight distribution even so the motor doesn’t get taxed.

These filters can help control harsh lighting when at outdoor events – from a soccer game, to a park concert. It also protects your lens if it has to be set pointed at direct sunlight.

I go through the 4 filters, and see how this changes the look of the video in these hard light situations.

You can get the filters for the Tail 2 here, or the Tail Air here (affiliate codes)

If you don’t have the Tail 2, you can purchase here!

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Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:13 am by Jeffrey Powers

Samsung Unpacked 2025 was a statement as to where mobile tech is going since the CES interview. AI, hardware and premium design all combine in one sleek package. The focus was on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, but it also announced the Z Flip 7 (including a lower cost FE model) and the Galaxy Watch 8 series. Here’s the full breakdown.

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is Samsung’s slimmest fold yet, as they wanted to make it feel like a regular phone when closed. It comes with a 200MP primary camera, Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 for the cover screen and a titanium-reinforced body that comes with a new ArmourFlex hinge.

This reengineered hinge features a Dual CAM mechanism to reduce screen wobble, minimize the possibility of re-creases on the main display, and opens up to a full 160°.

On the inside, it’s powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 for Galaxy, with a 38% CPU boost, 41% NPU boost, and 26% GPU jump. One UI 8 on Android 16 and Google Gemini Pro come out of the box, making this an AI-driven monster of productivity. Thanks to tools like Gemini Live and AI summaries that keep up with scrolling, this phone is blurring the line between the smartphone and the digital assistant.

Priced at $1,999.99, it can be preordered now and will ship July 25.

For a more pocketable device, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 delivers with a 4.1-inch Flex Window and full 6.9-inch main display. That outside screen boasts a 120Hz refresh rate, and you can access more than 20 apps, messaging and even a game of pinball. Yes, you can, play some pinball without cracking open the phone.

Flip 7 still boasts a solid 50MP shooter and Samsung’s Pro Visual engine to get some high quality results from it. You also get longer battery life — up to 8 additional hours of video playback.

At a minimum of $1,099.99, it’s accompanied by a Flip 7 FE (Fan Edition) model at the lower cost of \$899.99. They’re both available in black or white and will ship starting on July 25.

Samsung released three new wearables in the Galaxy Watch 8 range, too. Base Watch 8 is on sale starting at $349.99 (40mm Wi-Fi) with LTE adding roughly $50. The Watch 8 Classic climbs to $500, re-introducing the popular rotating bezel, the 3nm processor, and enhanced bioactive sensors.

The standout? The Galaxy Watch Ultra, which costs $650. That includes a Titanium Blue case, 64GB of storage, 100-hour battery life and 10ATM water resistance, which suggests wearers will be able to take it a bit more rugged environments for their trek or extreme workouts. * all Watches feature Gemini AI on-device to provide greater battery performance and is able to respond to “Hey Google” directly on the device without your phone.

With features like antioxidant and vascular load tracking, these watches are all the way in the deep end of the pool of preventive health.

The message from Samsung at Unpacked 2025 was simple: mobile AI is not just a gimmick – it’s seamless, intuitive, and obligatory. No matter if you’re Team Fold, Team Flip or Team Watch Ultra, there’s a device in here that’s been built to help take your lifestyle to the next level. And if you commit to the buyback program here, the upgrade just got a hair easier.

Check it out at https://geni.us/galaxyunpacked2025

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Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:14 am by Jeffrey Powers

The Roku Indoor Camera isn’t just another webcam—it’s part of Roku’s growing push into the smart home and IoT ecosystem. Best known for their media players and TVs, Roku is expanding its offerings with a range of smart devices, including indoor and outdoor cameras, plugs, and lighting options.

This 1080p indoor camera is packed with features you’d expect from more established security brands. It includes night vision, motion detection, cloud storage options, and live view via the Roku Smart Home app—available for both iOS and Android. Inside the box, you’ll find the camera, a USB-C to USB-A power cable, a wall/ceiling mounting kit, and a standard 5V/1A adapter.

Setup is straightforward—but with one catch. Like many IoT devices, this camera only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, so users with a Wi-Fi 6 setup may need to create a guest network for compatibility. Once connected, the camera is managed through Roku’s dedicated smart home app, not the standard Roku app—so don’t get them confused.

Where things get cool is Roku’s tight integration between devices. You can view your Roku Indoor Camera directly from your Roku TV, which means you can check in on your living room, pets, or entryway without reaching for your phone. Just access the Roku Cameras app on your TV, and live feeds from your devices are front and center.

Even better, the camera supports automation. You can create rules based on motion detection, schedule when the camera turns on or off, and even trigger actions based on your location. Want the lights to turn on when the camera sees you walk in the door? It can do that. Paired with Roku’s other smart home products, it becomes a central piece of a low-cost, DIY home security system.

While there’s no microSD slot for local storage, cloud-based features allow users to access video history, set alerts, and categorize events like pet movement.

The Roku camera itself is $44 for 2 cameras. However, the cloud service has 2 price points – $3.99 per camera, or $9.99 for all cameras (with an annual fee of $99.99). At its price point, it’s a good choice for anyone already in the Roku ecosystem or looking to dip their toes into smart home tech without spending a fortune.

Check it out at https://geni.us/rokuindoorcamera

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Make a Logo on Fiverr Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:16 am by Jeffrey Powers I was asked to review the website GenTube.app – an AI that is free and has unlimited use. And although they sponsored this video, I found it’s a pretty impressive SaaS to make some cool images. What is Gentube.app? […]

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Make a Logo on Fiverr Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:19 am by Jeffrey Powers A couple years ago, I got to experience the Ronin Gamer Glasses from Urban Samurai. But there are more frames available than these unique frames, as Urban Samurai has several pairs to choose from. And I get to check […]

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Make a Logo on Fiverr Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:21 am by Jeffrey Powers Fender’s new Studio app makes it easy to capture music on the go—whether you’re on a phone, tablet, or desktop. It’s free, cross-platform, and ideal for quick demos, jam sessions, or laying down full tracks without the usual complexity. […]

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Make a Logo on Fiverr Last Updated on October 14, 2025 5:22 am by Jeffrey Powers If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to optimize your site for search engines, Yoast SEO is a plugin that will help you learn as you create your content. Whether you’re running a blog on WordPress or building a storefront […]

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Thunderbolt 5 enclosure ACASIS has a device that can get up to 6000 MB/s speeds. We check out the drive and see some glaring issues.

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Make a Logo on Fiverr Last Updated on May 21, 2025 10:38 am by Jeffrey Powers If you’re already in love with your Elgato Stream Deck, things are about to get a whole lot cooler—without having to spend a dime on more hardware. Elgato has dropped a beta update (version 7.0) that allows you to […]

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