The Gadget Professor (Video)
The Gadget Professor (Video)

The Gadget Professor (Video)

Don Baine

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Gadget Professor Don Baine brings you the latest Gadget News and Information.

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New Apple AirTag Gen 2 – Worth the Upgrade?  #777
FEB 13, 2026
New Apple AirTag Gen 2 – Worth the Upgrade? #777
<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #777 hosted by Don Baine.<img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3922" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1.png 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" /><br /> This week we take a quick first look at the brand-new Gen 2 Apple AirTags — and they’re a serious upgrade over the original version. Apple has refined and enhanced one of the most popular tracking devices on the market, and we’ll break down exactly what’s new, what’s improved, and whether it’s worth upgrading.</p> <p>If you travel, cover trade shows like I do, or simply want to keep track of your gear, you’ll want to see what Apple has added in this second generation.</p> <p>Plus, we’ll flip through the latest gadget magazine to preview some of the exciting tech that’s just around the corner. From innovative consumer electronics to emerging trends, we’ll give you a sneak peek at what could be hitting the market soon.</p> <p>As always, practical insights, real-world applications, and straightforward analysis you can trust.</p> <p>I’m Don Baine, The Gadget Professor — and we’re just getting started.<br /> Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/02/13/new-apple-airtag-gen-2-worth-the-upgrade-777/">New Apple AirTag Gen 2 – Worth the Upgrade? #777</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>
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30 MIN
Add Fast Storage to Any Device! ORICO M.2 Magnetic Dock | Gadget Professor #776
FEB 6, 2026
Add Fast Storage to Any Device! ORICO M.2 Magnetic Dock | Gadget Professor #776
<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #776 hosted by Don Baine.<img decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3915" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1.png 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" /><br /> “If you’re constantly running out of storage for photos, videos, and large files, this week’s show is for you.”</p> <p>Hi everyone, I’m Don Baine, The Gadget Professor, and this week we’re taking a close look at a really clever solution from ORICO — the M.2 Magnetic Docking Station.</p> <p>This compact device lets you add fast, external storage for all your files, and it magnetically attaches to MagSafe-compatible devices, keeping your setup clean, secure, and portable. Now you can capture all the video and photos you want without worrying about running out of space on your main device.</p> <p>And that’s not all — we’re also featuring some truly amazing free apps this week that can save you money and add real value to your workflow. So stay tuned… this is one show you won’t want to miss.<br /> Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/02/05/add-fast-storage-to-any-device-orico-m-2-magnetic-dock-gadget-professor-776/">Add Fast Storage to Any Device! ORICO M.2 Magnetic Dock | Gadget Professor #776</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>
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18 MIN
Rokid AI Glasses Explained | Live at CES 2026 with Dr. Liang Guan #775
JAN 31, 2026
Rokid AI Glasses Explained | Live at CES 2026 with Dr. Liang Guan #775
<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #775 hosted by Don Baine.<img decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-31-2026-10_57_50-AM-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3910" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-31-2026-10_57_50-AM-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-31-2026-10_57_50-AM-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-31-2026-10_57_50-AM-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-31-2026-10_57_50-AM.png 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" />What does the future of AI glasses really look like—and how close are we to wearing it every day?<br /> Live at CES 2026, I sat down with Dr. Liang Guan from Rokid for an interesting and informative conversation about where AI and AR glasses are headed next.<br /> Live at CES 2026, Don Baine, The Gadget Professor, conducted an exclusive and in-depth interview with Dr. Liang Guan, senior executive and optical engineer at Rokid, one of the most innovative companies in the AI and AR glasses space.</p> <p>Dr. Guan serves as General Manager of Rokid’s U.S. operations and is deeply involved in global partnerships, AR ecosystem growth, and the optical and system-level design of Rokid’s AI and AR glasses. In this conversation, we move past the marketing buzz and focus on the real technology—what works today, what still needs refinement, and where the industry is truly headed.</p> <p>Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/01/31/rokid-ai-glasses-explained-live-at-ces-2026-with-dr-liang-guan-775/">Rokid AI Glasses Explained | Live at CES 2026 with Dr. Liang Guan #775</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>
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22 MIN
The Real Problems With AI Glasses (What No One Likes to Admit) #774
JAN 29, 2026
The Real Problems With AI Glasses (What No One Likes to Admit) #774
<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #774 hosted by Don Baine.<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-28-2026-11_15_39-PM-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3904" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-28-2026-11_15_39-PM-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-28-2026-11_15_39-PM-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-28-2026-11_15_39-PM-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-28-2026-11_15_39-PM.png 1536w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" /><br /> AI glasses are everywhere right now. They were a major focus at CES, they’re all over tech headlines, and they’re being marketed as the next big leap beyond the smartphone.</p> <p>We’re told they’ll give us hands-free AI, real-time information, instant translations, and a smarter way to interact with the world around us — all from something you simply wear on your face.</p> <p>But after spending real time with AI glasses, testing them in everyday situations, and cutting through the marketing claims, it becomes clear that there’s another side to this story.</p> <p>Today’s AI glasses are impressive — but they also come with real compromises. Battery life, comfort, privacy concerns, social acceptance, and even how useful the AI actually is in day-to-day life are all issues that don’t get talked about enough.</p> <p>In this episode, we’re going to take an honest look at the shortcomings of AI glasses as they exist today. Not to dismiss the technology — because the future is clearly headed in this direction — but to understand where the gaps still are, and what needs to change before AI glasses truly go mainstream.</p> <p>If you’re thinking about buying a pair, if you’re curious about where wearable AI is headed, or if you just want a clear, no-hype perspective from someone who’s been testing technology for decades, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.</p> <p>I’m Don Baine — this is The Gadget Professor Show — and let’s take a closer look at the real problems with AI glasses.<br /> If you want real-world insight, hands-on analysis, and a clear look at which technologies actually matter, you’re in the right place.</p> <p>Let’s get started.</p> <p>Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/01/28/the-real-problems-with-ai-glasses-what-no-one-likes-to-admit-774/">The Real Problems With AI Glasses (What No One Likes to Admit) #774</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>
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18 MIN
AI That Matters: CES Breakouts & a Deep Dive into the Looki L1 #773
JAN 22, 2026
AI That Matters: CES Breakouts & a Deep Dive into the Looki L1 #773
<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #773 hosted by Don Baine.<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/AI-tech-highlights-with-futuristic-flavor-360x360.png" alt="" width="360" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3895" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/AI-tech-highlights-with-futuristic-flavor-360x360.png 360w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/AI-tech-highlights-with-futuristic-flavor-300x300.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/AI-tech-highlights-with-futuristic-flavor-150x150.png 150w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/AI-tech-highlights-with-futuristic-flavor-768x768.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/01/AI-tech-highlights-with-futuristic-flavor.png 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px" /><br /> This week on The Gadget Professor Show, we’re diving into some of the most exciting technology I saw on the show floor at Consumer Electronics Show.</p> <p>Out of hundreds of new products, three devices stood out as real contenders—innovative, practical, and with a very strong chance of being extremely successful in the year ahead.</p> <p>Then, we take a deep dive into one of the most talked-about devices I tested—the Looki L1.</p> <p>We’ll explore exactly what types of media it can output, how flexible it really is, and what that means for creators, professionals, and everyday users.</p> <p>If you want real-world insight, hands-on analysis, and a clear look at which technologies actually matter, you’re in the right place.</p> <p>Let’s get started.</p> <p>Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/01/22/ai-that-matters-ces-breakouts-a-deep-dive-into-the-looki-l1-773/">AI That Matters: CES Breakouts &amp; a Deep Dive into the Looki L1 #773</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>
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25 MIN