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From lifelike animatronics and dazzling digital light shows to immersive sound effects, technology is transforming the way we celebrate Halloween. What once required a theme park's budget and technical expertise is increasingly finding its way into our neighborhoods and homes!

This week on Tech Wednesday, Bill Sikkens explores the technology behind today's Halloween attractions and how homeowners are creating increasingly sophisticated spooky experiences.

We'll also look ahead to this Saturday's special Halloween edition of User Friendly 2.0, where we'll dive deeper into the technology powering modern Halloween displays, along with some exciting new family-friendly online activities for 2026.

Whether you're a Halloween enthusiast, a technology hobbyist, or simply curious about how those incredible neighborhood displays work, there's something here for everyone.

👻 Happy Halloween from User Friendly Productions!

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Published: October 28, 2026

Technology and pop culture aren't always about computers, smartphones, and video games. Sometimes, the most interesting innovations happen away from the screen!

This week on Tech Wednesday, Bill Sikkens introduces The World of Kylia, a tabletop card game discovered at Rose City Comic Con.

After meeting the developers and getting a chance to play, Bill explores what makes this independent card game different. From its impressive artwork and affordable approach to collecting cards to the ability to print your own cards, The World of Kylia offers an interesting alternative to traditional collectible card games.

Discover how independent creators are bringing fresh ideas to tabletop gaming and why sometimes the best entertainment doesn't require a screen.

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Published: October 21, 2026

What happens when the video games you purchase aren't really yours to keep?

Sony's PlayStation ecosystem is raising questions about digital ownership, physical game discs, and the future of gaming. If you purchase a game digitally, can you resell it, share it, or even guarantee you'll have access to it years from now?

In this week's Tech Wednesday, User Friendly 2.0 host Bill Sikkens previews the growing debate surrounding PlayStation 5, digital licensing, and consumer ownership rights.

🎮 Hear the full discussion this weekend on User Friendly 2.0!

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