Tech Talk: Windows 8-based Ultrabook ‘Convertibles,” and more
In this week’s ‘Tech Talk’ radio show — heard each week live on Montreal’s CJAD 800 — I chat with Intel’s Joe Ellis about the wide range of Windows 8-powered laptop-tablet hybrids and why they’re appealing. I also talk about other gadgets in time for the holidays.
Gadgets that can help you through a disaster
With earthquakes and tsunami warnings in the west and Hurricane Sandy wreaking havoc in the east, people across Canada are asking themselves whether they’re prepared for emergency situations. Here are several products that can help you get through natural disasters.
American teen electrocuted while tinkering with a PC
Many computer enthusiasts swap parts in and out of their machines without a second thought, but this accident serves as a somber reminder of the risks.
Team aims to drill to the Earth’s mantle for the very first time
A team of scientists hope to do something that’s never been done before: drill to the Earth’s mantle. Cost? One billion dollars.
Brit jailed for sexting girlfriend … and everybody else in his address book!
Craig Evans spent 2 months in the slammer before an appeal finally granted him freedom.
Microsoft wasted $70,000 worth of electricity to avoid $210,000 penalty
In order to avoid a massive penalty, Microsoft burned through $70,000 worth of power in three days.
Sex toys for him and her get Wi-Fi, apps
High-tech gadgets designed to pleasure lovers in real time, anywhere on the globe.
Mars Curiosity Rover tries out its arm-based camera
After lifting its recloseable dust-cover for the first time, Curiosity takes the first photos with its mechanical arm.
Tech Talk: What will the iPhone 5 have?
This week’s Tech Talk offers a discussion about what the new iPhone 5 will likely have, plus other goodies. Tune in!
Samsung may not have to pay Apple $1 billion after all
You can put down your pinky, Dr. Evil. Apple might not see that $1 billion dollar award after all.

