The world is a crazy place right now. To give is some normality, we did a hands on look at the Icy Dock Turbo Swap MB171SP-B. We also discussed the major events that are happening around the work with the Covid-19 virus and what tech is doing to track it and maybe even help solve the problem. I think you will enjoy the show.
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Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #437 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network.
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Conversation
What can we do as home geeks?
* CPU & GPU: Run Folding@home on any available hardware. Note that GPU folding is not available on Mac OS
* The recent AMA from Folding@home https://www.reddit.com/r/pcmasterrace/comments/flgm7q/ama_with_the_team_behind_foldinghome_coronavirus/
* One user is streaming their setup 24/7 on twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/kernelpanick
What are tech companies doing?
* Cox is not charging for data overages for the foreseeable future so that work and school connectivity from home does not end up costing the customer extra.
Tools I am using to work from home
* Teams
* Powerbeats bluetooth headset
News
Tracking the Virus in the US
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/03/16/816707182/map-tracking-the-spread-of-the-coronavirus-in-the-u-s
https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html
https://www.androidcentral.com/map-smart-thermometers-us-shows-just-how-sick-americans-are-right-now
Reviews
Mike is still loving the Nintendo switch. Used it when traveling for a lot of entertainment. Played Mario Kart on a roadtrip with other passengers.
Product Updates
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