Tech Byte with MARK STROSS

Technology is consistently outpacing the law. In Georgia, for example, it's legal to put a tracker on a car. In this episode, learn about AirTags and what they are capable of, both good and bad. 

1. Just delete the files you no longer want

2. It's OK to leave your laptop plugged in all the time

3. Always shut down your computer at night

4. You'll know when you have a virus

Facts or fiction? Mark will set you straight on these and other relevant tech myths. 

Digital video technology and the development of the virtual reality is making it possible for people to visit places and experience things without ever leaving the couch. These experiences are looking, and starting to feel, more and more like the real thing. So, why actually jump out of the plane when you can experience it virtually without the risk of injury? It's the great reality swap. Which will you choose?  

Mark is an expert when it comes to cell phone features. Listen to this episode to learn what features are and which ones are not worth your money. 

Informed parents keep kids safe. Mark is serious when it comes to teaching parents what they need to know before allowing their kids to jump into new tech. Listen as he tells you what to watch for in the new tech toys aimed at your children. 

Coming to you from Costa Rica, Mark Stross brings the fun to this segment with Bulldog, Coach, and Big Al as they talk tech's best and worst.  A light and fun show!

Moving into a new phone can be as exciting as it is troublesome. As you anticipate all of the new features of your new phone, don't forget to be realistic. There is always a bottleneck; which means that there will always be a task that just does not go as fast or as smoothly as you'd expect. Need to transfer thousands of photos/videos? Consider a workaround with a transfer app. 

Powerful problems: hubs, cables and power supplies make a big difference in your device performance. And, new features of the iPhone 13 ProMax.

Which one are you? Do you jump at software upgrades? Skip them? or wait awhile til they fix the bugs? Mark Stross discusses the pros, cons, and cool features of Windows 11. Everything you need to know to determine if you are ready for the change. 

A giant kitten sits on a building in Tokyo. A huge ocean wave appears in a South Korean city square. Giant pandas watch over pedestrians in China. Are these real headlines? Nope. Just the introduction of massive high 8K resolution 3D images appearing on LED screens in some of the world's largest cities. Mark Stross, a leader in LED technology, discusses the development of these huge 3D billboards that are drawing the attention of pedestrians across the globe. 

"Sorry, you are not where we want you to be." Perhaps you have already heard this from your favorite streaming service during your last trip out of the country. How is it that the streaming services ONLY honor your subscription in the predetermined geographic location that they choose? Didn't you buy it? Why can't your favorite shows travel with you? You paid for them! Mark Stross explains Digital Rights Management (DRM) and how it can ruin your next holiday, and why we need a Digital Bill of Rights to protect our rights to content in this global age.