Robert Ballecer

Father Robert Ballecer provides an entertaining rundown of his favorite gadgets from CES 2024. In part 2 of his Las Vegas trip, he showcases 10 cool and unique devices that caught his eye at the show. The RCA smart bird feeder uses AI to identify bird species and provides HD video footage that you can access via an app. The Govee AI sync box 2 (#9) uses lighting effects that match what's on your TV or monitor for an immersive viewing experience. The Amazfit Helio ring (#8) is a fitness tracker packed into a titanium ring that monitors health stats like heart rate and blood oxygen levels. The Rolling Square inCharge M (#7) is a coilable magnetic cable that always returns to its original coiled shape. The Rocksteady Stadium (#6) is a modular wireless speaker system that lets you network multiple speakers for seamless 360° audio. The Neakasa NoMo N3 Robot Vacuum (#5) is a feature-packed premium robotic vacuum with smart mapping and google/amazon assistant support for $250. The Runhood 1200 Pro (#4) is a robust 1200+ watt hour modular power station perfect for RV and van life. The HP Poly Voyager Free 60 (#3) are UC-optimized wireless earbuds with great sound and battery life for an affordable price. The Targus Dual Host KVM Dock750 (#2) lets you control two computers (Mac, Windows, Linux) from one keyboard, mouse, and set of ports seamlessly. Timekettle (#1) impressed with their X1 Interpreter Hub that enables real-time translation across languages using AI. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-events . Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Father Robert Ballecer provides an entertaining rundown of his favorite gadgets from CES 2024. In part 2 of his Las Vegas trip, he showcases 10 cool and unique devices that caught his eye at the show. The RCA smart bird feeder uses AI to identify bird species and provides HD video footage that you can access via an app. The Govee AI sync box 2 (#9) uses lighting effects that match what's on your TV or monitor for an immersive viewing experience. The Amazfit Helio ring (#8) is a fitness tracker packed into a titanium ring that monitors health stats like heart rate and blood oxygen levels. The Rolling Square inCharge M (#7) is a coilable magnetic cable that always returns to its original coiled shape. The Rocksteady Stadium (#6) is a modular wireless speaker system that lets you network multiple speakers for seamless 360° audio. The Neakasa NoMo N3 Robot Vacuum (#5) is a feature-packed premium robotic vacuum with smart mapping and google/amazon assistant support for $250. The Runhood 1200 Pro (#4) is a robust 1200+ watt hour modular power station perfect for RV and van life. The HP Poly Voyager Free 60 (#3) are UC-optimized wireless earbuds with great sound and battery life for an affordable price. The Targus Dual Host KVM Dock750 (#2) lets you control two computers (Mac, Windows, Linux) from one keyboard, mouse, and set of ports seamlessly. Timekettle (#1) impressed with their X1 Interpreter Hub that enables real-time translation across languages using AI. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-events . Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Father Robert Ballecer reports live from CES 2024, giving an overview of the major technology trends and themes on display at the massive electronics and technology trade show, including the proliferation of off-grid and portable power solutions, the ubiquity of electric vehicles, the explosion of AI integrations, and the concept of autonomous resource extraction ecosystems. The first big trend is the explosion of off-grid, portable, and hybrid power solutions, from suitcase-sized inverters to whole-home solar+storage systems to portable power banks for appliances and tools. Fr. Robert highlights Runhood's modular battery packs as an affordable and flexible home energy storage solution. Electrified vehicles of all kinds—cars, trucks, boats, bikes, scooters, etc.—are becoming ubiquitous across the entire CES show floor. Fr. Robert calls out Kia's modular, customizable PBV electric van concept with interlinking capabilities between vehicles. AI integrations are everywhere at CES 2024, from questionable examples like smart trash cans to truly useful ones like shoes that analyze gait with insole sensors and give personalized feedback through AI. Autonomous resource extraction combines remote operation, AI, electrification, and self-sufficiency. Hyundai's vision shows AI robots generating power, mining hydrogen, and transporting materials autonomously. While many tech trends fade away, the trajectories of electrification and AI look strong. The future promises continued innovation in green energy, autonomy, and automation. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-events . Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Father Robert Ballecer reports live from CES 2024, giving an overview of the major technology trends and themes on display at the massive electronics and technology trade show, including the proliferation of off-grid and portable power solutions, the ubiquity of electric vehicles, the explosion of AI integrations, and the concept of autonomous resource extraction ecosystems. The first big trend is the explosion of off-grid, portable, and hybrid power solutions, from suitcase-sized inverters to whole-home solar+storage systems to portable power banks for appliances and tools. Fr. Robert highlights Runhood's modular battery packs as an affordable and flexible home energy storage solution. Electrified vehicles of all kinds—cars, trucks, boats, bikes, scooters, etc.—are becoming ubiquitous across the entire CES show floor. Fr. Robert calls out Kia's modular, customizable PBV electric van concept with interlinking capabilities between vehicles. AI integrations are everywhere at CES 2024, from questionable examples like smart trash cans to truly useful ones like shoes that analyze gait with insole sensors and give personalized feedback through AI. Autonomous resource extraction combines remote operation, AI, electrification, and self-sufficiency. Hyundai's vision shows AI robots generating power, mining hydrogen, and transporting materials autonomously. While many tech trends fade away, the trajectories of electrification and AI look strong. The future promises continued innovation in green energy, autonomy, and automation. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/twit-events . Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Reviews of the Dell XPS 15, BitsBox, Ztylus Metal Series Camera Kit for iPhone 6+, Google Cardboard and Go4D C1-Glass, and a first look at the Kingston DataTraveller microDuo 3C. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Megan Morrone and Mike Elgan Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy . Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: ifixit.com/twit enter code BEFOREYOUBUY SmartThings.com/BeforeYouBuy with code BEFOREYOUBUY

Reviews of the Dell XPS 15, BitsBox, Ztylus Metal Series Camera Kit for iPhone 6+, Google Cardboard and Go4D C1-Glass, and a first look at the Kingston DataTraveller microDuo 3C. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Megan Morrone and Mike Elgan Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy . Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: ifixit.com/twit enter code BEFOREYOUBUY SmartThings.com/BeforeYouBuy with code BEFOREYOUBUY

Scientists who are helping us find a way to take care of wastes from nuclear disasters, how to build an antenna out of a can, and a mini rant on ISPs popping up with new services out of nowhere to compete with Google Fiber. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Subscribe to Padre's Corner at https://twit.tv/shows/padres-corner Music: "Swimming in Turpentine" by Josh Woodward Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Scientists who are helping us find a way to take care of wastes from nuclear disasters, how to build an antenna out of a can, and a mini rant on ISPs popping up with new services out of nowhere to compete with Google Fiber. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Subscribe to Padre's Corner at https://twit.tv/shows/padres-corner Music: "Swimming in Turpentine" by Josh Woodward Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Sweden rewards you for driving safely, drone enthusiasts reward you for flying safely, and tech journalist Ryan Ozawa asks you to live safely. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guest: Ryan Ozawa Subscribe to Padre's Corner at https://twit.tv/shows/padres-corner Music: "Swimming in Turpentine" by Josh Woodward Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Sweden rewards you for driving safely, drone enthusiasts reward you for flying safely, and tech journalist Ryan Ozawa asks you to live safely. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guest: Ryan Ozawa Subscribe to Padre's Corner at https://twit.tv/shows/padres-corner Music: "Swimming in Turpentine" by Josh Woodward Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

A town in Germany fights drunken nuisances with wet feet. Then OhDoctah comes on the show to make you love him! Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guest: Owen JJ Stone Subscribe to Padre's Corner at https://twit.tv/shows/padres-corner Music: "Swimming in Turpentine" by Josh Woodward Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

A town in Germany fights drunken nuisances with wet feet. Then OhDoctah comes on the show to make you love him! Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guest: Owen JJ Stone Subscribe to Padre's Corner at https://twit.tv/shows/padres-corner Music: "Swimming in Turpentine" by Josh Woodward Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.