Geek News Central Podcast
Geek News Central Podcast

Geek News Central Podcast

Todd Cochrane

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Twice weekly Technology News show covering the Tech Space. With Segments on Science, Mobile, Digital TV, FAA, FCC, Cyber Security, Gadgets and Tech Politics.

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The End of Deadzones and Japan’s new Laser Gunship #1854
DEC 24, 2025
The End of Deadzones and Japan’s new Laser Gunship #1854
<p data-wp-editing="1"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-XXXXX size-large" src="https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1854.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="360" /></p> <p>In this episode, Ray covers December Tech News! T-Mobile&#8217;s groundbreaking Starlink satellite beta promises to eliminate dead zones using your regular phone with no special equipment needed. Also discussed: Japan&#8217;s ship-mounted laser weapon with unlimited ammo, China&#8217;s record-breaking 387 mph maglev train, Rivian challenging Tesla&#8217;s camera-only approach with LiDAR, Google&#8217;s Gemini-powered smart glasses, and physicists 3D printing ice sculptures just in time for Christmas.</p> <p>-Want to be a Guest on a Podcast or YouTube Channel? Sign up for <a class="keychainify-checked" href="http://GuestMatch.Pro">GuestMatch.Pro</a><br /> -Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use my <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-1615095-70985-71">link</a> to support the show.</p> <p>Subscribe to the <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://geeknewscentral.com/newsletter/">Newsletter</a>.<br /> <a class="keychainify-checked" href="mailto:[email protected]">Email Ray</a> if you want to get in touch!<br /> <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.facebook.com/geeknews/">Like and Follow Geek News Central&#8217;s Facebook Page</a>.</p> <i>Support my Show Sponsor: <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/godaddy-promo-codes/"><i>Best Godaddy Promo Codes</i></a><br /> $11.99 – For a New Domain Name <a href="https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-3590583-12200160" rel="nofollow"> cjcfs3geek </a><br /> $6.99 a month Economy Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-3590583-12200154-1430254188000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1h</a><br /> $12.99 a month Managed WordPress Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-3590583-12242416-1439241078000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1w</a><br /> Support the show by becoming a <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/insider">Geek News Central Insider</a><br /> </i> <a href="https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-3590583-15734885" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get 1Password</a> <p><span id="more-107914"></span></p> <h3>Full Summary</h3> <p>Cochrane kicks off episode 1854 with a major announcement from T-Mobile. The carrier opened registration for its Starlink satellite beta service. This technology lets regular phones connect directly to satellites. As a result, dead zones could become a thing of the past.</p> <p>T-Mobile and SpaceX plan to begin beta tests in early 2026. Initially, the service will support texting only. Voice and data will follow later. Notably, the service is free for postpaid customers and prioritizes first responders. It has already proved its value during recent hurricanes.</p> <p>Next, Cochrane covers Japan&#8217;s 100-kilowatt laser weapon test. The system was installed on the JS Asuka test ship. It combines ten fiber lasers into a single powerful beam. The weapon offers unlimited ammo as long as there&#8217;s electricity. Japan plans to deploy this technology on destroyers by 2032.</p> <p>The episode then shifts to high-speed rail innovation. China&#8217;s T-Flight Maglev train recently hit 387 miles per hour. That already beats Japan&#8217;s current record. However, the goal is 600+ mph using magnetic levitation and low-vacuum tubes.</p> <p>Cochrane also discusses Rivian&#8217;s approach to self-driving cars. The upcoming R2 model will feature LiDAR in addition to cameras and radar. This directly challenges Tesla&#8217;s camera-only strategy. The added sensors improve safety in fog, snow, and darkness.</p> <p>Additionally, he explores Google&#8217;s Android XR announcement. This new operating system powers AR glasses and mixed reality headsets. Samsung is building the first headset. Meanwhile, the Gemini AI integration allows real-time assistance based on what you see.</p> <p>The show touches on running AI locally as well. More users are choosing local hardware over cloud services. Benefits include better privacy, no subscriptions, and offline access.</p> <p>Furthermore, Cochrane highlights major computer science breakthroughs from 2025. An MIT researcher discovered that memory is more powerful than previously thought. Google&#8217;s AI earned a gold-medal performance at the Math Olympiad. However, researchers also found that AI trained on bad code exhibits alarming behaviors.</p> <p>Japan&#8217;s fabric speaker innovation gets attention, too. The technology weaves conductive fibers into textiles. The entire surface vibrates to produce sound. This could transform how we integrate audio into everyday objects.</p> <p>Finally, Cochrane covers several science stories. A new imaging technique captures flu viruses invading cells in real time. Africa&#8217;s forests have flipped from absorbing carbon to releasing it. On a lighter note, physicists 3D printed tiny ice Christmas trees using clever pressure tricks. Cochrane wraps up by wishing listeners happy holidays.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.phonearena.com/news/t-mobile-new-date-and-time-for-big-event_id176707" rel="nofollow">T-Mobile Opens Registration for Starlink Satellite Beta</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.livescience.com/technology/engineering/japan-trials-100-kilowatt-laser-weapon-it-can-cut-through-metal-and-drones-mid-flight" rel="nofollow">Japan Tests 100-Kilowatt Laser Weapon That Can Cut Through Drones Mid-Flight</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.zmescience.com/science/news-science/t-flight-maglev-chinese-train/" rel="nofollow">China&#8217;s T-Flight Maglev Train Hits 387 MPH, Aims for 600+</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.jalopnik.com/2054025/rivian-shows-why-autonomous-vehicles-should-have-lidar/" rel="nofollow">Rivian Shows Why Autonomous Vehicles Should Have LiDAR</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.pcmag.com/news/i-tried-the-new-android-xr-smart-glasses-from-google-they-impressed-me" rel="nofollow">Google Unveils Android XR: Gemini-Powered Smart Glasses and Headsets</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.androidauthority.com/reasons-to-run-local-ai-3620233/" rel="nofollow">Why You Should Consider Running AI Locally</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.quantamagazine.org/the-year-in-computer-science-20251216/" rel="nofollow">The Year in Computer Science: 2025&#8217;s Biggest Breakthroughs</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.tomshardware.com/speakers/new-fabric-speakers-use-flexible-electronics-to-be-thin-light-and-flexible-aist-japans-latest-breakthrough-audiophile-ready-or-only-suitable-for-cloth-ears" rel="nofollow">Japan&#8217;s Fabric Speakers Turn Any Textile Into Audio</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://scitechdaily.com/new-high-resolution-imaging-reveals-how-the-flu-virus-invades-cells/" rel="nofollow">Scientists Capture How Flu Viruses Invade Cells in Real Time</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://phys.org/news/2025-11-africa-forests-absorbing-emitting-carbon.html" rel="nofollow">Africa&#8217;s Forests Have Flipped From Carbon Sink to Carbon Source</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.xda-developers.com/physicists-have-just-3d-printed-a-small-tree-made-of-ice-just-in-time-for-christmas/" rel="nofollow">Physicists 3D Print a Tiny Christmas Tree Made of Ice</a></li> </ol> <p>The post <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/2025/12/24/the-end-of-deadzones-and-japans-new-laser-gunship-1854/">The End of Deadzones and Japan&#8217;s new Laser Gunship #1854</a> appeared first on <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com">Geek News Central</a>.</p>
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40 MIN
iPhone Pocket: Clever Innovation or Cash Grab? #1853
DEC 19, 2025
iPhone Pocket: Clever Innovation or Cash Grab? #1853
<p data-wp-editing="1"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-107906 size-large alignleft" src="https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1400x1400-4-360x360.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="360" srcset="https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1400x1400-4-360x360.jpg 360w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1400x1400-4-300x300.jpg 300w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1400x1400-4-150x150.jpg 150w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1400x1400-4-768x768.jpg 768w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1400x1400-4.jpg 1400w" sizes="(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px" /></p> <div class="flex flex-col text-sm pb-25"> <article class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="7d037b35-6376-4d79-b982-28cd88b46cf1" data-testid="conversation-turn-58" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="c87229ca-f29d-487c-b0f9-885e32d3501a" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-2"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="450" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">In episode 1853 of Geek News Central, Chris speaks about Apple’s pricey new iPhone Pocket accessory, questioning its usefulness and reacting to the internet’s mockery of the product. Chris then shifts gears to tech and gaming, highlighting Steam’s new Steam Machine as a potentially game-changing console-PC hybrid, and wraps up by criticizing Amazon’s failed attempt at AI-generated anime dubbing, arguing that voice acting still needs a human touch.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </div> <p>-Want to be a Guest on a Podcast or YouTube Channel? Sign up for <a href="http://GuestMatch.Pro">GuestMatch.Pro</a><br /> -Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use my <a href="https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-1615095-70985-71">link</a> to support the show.</p> <p>Subscribe to the <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/newsletter/">Newsletter</a>.<br /> <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Email Chris</a> if you want to get in touch!<br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/geeknews/">Like and Follow Geek News Central&#8217;s Facebook Page</a>.</p> <i>Support my Show Sponsor: <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/godaddy-promo-codes/"><i>Best Godaddy Promo Codes</i></a><br /> $11.99 – For a New Domain Name <a href="https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-3590583-12200160" rel="nofollow"> cjcfs3geek </a><br /> $6.99 a month Economy Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-3590583-12200154-1430254188000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1h</a><br /> $12.99 a month Managed WordPress Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-3590583-12242416-1439241078000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1w</a><br /> Support the show by becoming a <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/insider">Geek News Central Insider</a><br /> </i> <p><span id="more-107905"></span></p> <h3>Full Summary</h3> <p>In this episode of Geek News Central, episode 1853, the main topic of discussion is Apple&#8217;s new product, the iPhone Pocket, which Chris describes as a three-dimensional knitted sling designed to hold an iPhone.</p> <p>He provides details about the product&#8217;s release on November 14th and its pricing: the short version retails for $149 and the long strap version for $229, which Chris finds absurd. He questions the necessity of such a product, observing that many people already have enough pockets in their clothing and jokes about social media reactions mocking the iPhone Pocket&#8217;s existence.</p> <p>In the latter part of the episode, Chris transitions into discussing the Steam Machine, a new gaming console from Steam, which he hails as potentially revolutionary for gaming. He praises its specifications, suggesting it could outperform current competitors like the Xbox and PlayStation. He highlights its capability to function not only as a gaming console but also as a PC, allowing for flexibility in usage.</p> <p>Chris then touches on a failed experiment by Amazon involving AI-generated English dubs for anime, simply stating it was poorly executed and ultimately removed. He critiques the decision to utilize AI for this purpose rather than hiring voice actors, emphasizing the importance of human emotion in voice acting</p> <p><span style="font-family: Bitter, Georgia, serif;font-size: 22px">Links:</span></p> <ul> <li data-start="121" data-end="300"> <p data-start="123" data-end="300"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/11/introducing-iphone-pocket-a-beautiful-way-to-wear-and-carry-iphone/" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="123" data-end="300" rel="nofollow">Introducing iPhone Pocket: A Beautiful Way to Wear and Carry iPhone</a></p> </li> <li data-start="301" data-end="368"> <p data-start="303" data-end="368"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steammachine" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="303" data-end="368" rel="nofollow">Steam Machine</a></p> </li> <li data-start="369" data-end="541"> <p data-start="371" data-end="541"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/amazon-halts-ai-anime-dub-beta-after-widespread-ridicule-141501051.html" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="371" data-end="541" rel="nofollow">Amazon Halts AI Anime Dub Beta After Widespread Ridicule</a></p> </li> </ul> <p>The post <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/2025/12/19/iphone-pocket-clever-innovation-or-cash-grab-1853/">iPhone Pocket: Clever Innovation or Cash Grab? #1853</a> appeared first on <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com">Geek News Central</a>.</p>
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22 MIN
From NASA’s X-59 to Humanoid Workers: The Future Is Getting Weird #1852
NOV 24, 2025
From NASA’s X-59 to Humanoid Workers: The Future Is Getting Weird #1852
<p data-wp-editing="1"><img decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-107789 size-large" src="https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/GNC1852.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="360" /></p> <p>In this episode, we dive into NASA’s first test flight of the ultra-quiet X-59 supersonic jet, explore the futuristic Phantom transparent 4K monitor, and break down World Labs’ breakthrough 3D world-modeling AI. We also cover TypeScript’s unexpected rise in the AI era, the world’s first mass delivery of humanoid factory workers, and how you can now run powerful open-source AI models locally. It’s a packed show full of aviation, robotics, and cutting-edge tech that’s reshaping the future.</p> <ul> <li>Want to be a Guest on a Podcast or YouTube Channel? Sign up for <a class="keychainify-checked" href="http://GuestMatch.Pro">GuestMatch.Pro</a></li> <li>Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use my <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-1615095-70985-71">link</a> to support the show.</li> <li>Don&#8217;t tell me you&#8217;ve been using the same password for every site? You&#8217;ll thank me later, <a href="https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-3590583-15734885" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get 1Password</a>.</li> <li>Subscribe to the <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://geeknewscentral.com/newsletter/">Newsletter</a>.</li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="mailto:[email protected]">Email Ray</a> if you want to get in touch!</li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.facebook.com/geeknews/">Like and Follow Geek News Central&#8217;s Facebook Page</a>.</li> </ul> <i>Support my Show Sponsor: <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/godaddy-promo-codes/"><i>Best Godaddy Promo Codes</i></a><br /> $11.99 – For a New Domain Name <a href="https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-3590583-12200160" rel="nofollow"> cjcfs3geek </a><br /> $6.99 a month Economy Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-3590583-12200154-1430254188000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1h</a><br /> $12.99 a month Managed WordPress Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-3590583-12242416-1439241078000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1w</a><br /> Support the show by becoming a <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/insider">Geek News Central Insider</a><br /> </i> <p><span id="more-107863"></span></p> <h3>Full Summary</h3> <p>In episode 1852 of the Geek News Central podcast, host Ray Cochrane welcomes listeners back after a brief hiatus, explaining the delay due to personal and professional commitments. He kicks off the show by discussing an exciting breakthrough from NASA: the successful test flight of the X-59, an experimental aircraft designed to quiet the sonic boom, potentially paving the way for commercial supersonic flight over land.</p> <p>Ray notes that the X-59, which resembles a swordfish, recently completed its first test flight in California, focusing on functionality rather than speed. It is intended to gather data on the aircraft&#8217;s noise impact on communities, indicating a significant step towards improving commercial travel times.</p> <p>After this, Ray thanks the podcast&#8217;s sponsor, GoDaddy, highlighting their hosting services and mentioning various promotional offers. He encourages listeners to support the show directly through the GoDaddy links, emphasizing their reliability in supporting the podcast.</p> <p>Following the sponsor message, Ray transitions into another topic, discussing a new prototype transparent 4K monitor named the Phantom developed by Virtual Instruments. The monitor is designed to allow users to see their environment through the screen while achieving remarkable brightness levels.</p> <p>Next, he introduces an innovative AI model called Marble developed by Fei Fei Li’s startup, World Labs. Ray explains that this platform enables users to generate 3D worlds from simple prompts, marking a shift towards spatial intelligence in AI, which is essential for gaming, robotics, and visual effects.</p> <p>Ray then moves on to discuss TypeScript&#8217;s rise in the programming world, which has overtaken JavaScript and Python as the most used language on GitHub due to its compatibility with AI-assisted coding.</p> <p>He continues with news about UbiTech&#8217;s Walker S2 humanoid robots, which have begun mass delivery to factories, signifying a major milestone in manufacturing automation and the potential implications for the labor market.</p> <p>Ray finishes with information on the growing trend of running local open-source AI models on personal computers. He emphasizes the privacy advantages of using models like Llama and Mistral locally without relying on cloud providers.</p> <p>In closing, Ray reflects on the episode&#8217;s diverse topics and invites listener feedback regarding the content. He expresses gratitude for their support and encourages them to send comments or suggestions for future episodes. Ray ends by wishing everyone a good night and promising to return with more episodes soon.</p> <h3>Show Links</h3> <ol> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.livescience.com/technology/engineering/nasas-new-ultraquiet-supersonic-flying-swordfish-plane-makes-history-with-first-test-flight" rel="nofollow">NASA X-59 Quiet Supersonic Test Flight</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/the-phantom-claims-to-be-the-worlds-first-transparent-computer-monitor-touts-5-000-nits-of-hdr-brightness-24-inch-4k-panel-from-virtual-instruments-launches-q4" rel="nofollow">Phantom Transparent 4K Monitor</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/12/fei-fei-lis-world-labs-speeds-up-the-world-model-race-with-marble-its-first-commercial-product/" rel="nofollow">Fei-Fei Li’s World Labs Launches Marble</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://github.blog/developer-skills/programming-languages-and-frameworks/typescripts-rise-in-the-ai-era-insights-from-lead-architect-anders-hejlsberg/" rel="nofollow">TypeScript’s Rise in the AI Era (Hejlsberg Interview)</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://interestingengineering.com/ai-robotics/worlds-first-large-delivery-of-humanoid-workers" rel="nofollow">UBTECH’s First Large Delivery of Humanoid Workers</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://decrypt.co/348129/running-your-own-local-open-source-ai-model-easy-heres-how" rel="nofollow">How to Run Your Own Local Open-Source AI Model</a></li> </ol> <p>The post <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/2025/11/24/from-nasas-x-59-to-humanoid-workers-the-future-is-getting-weird-1852/">From NASA’s X-59 to Humanoid Workers: The Future Is Getting Weird #1852</a> appeared first on <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com">Geek News Central</a>.</p>
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30 MIN
NASA’s Voyager Probes the Mysteries of the Heliosphere #1851
NOV 10, 2025
NASA’s Voyager Probes the Mysteries of the Heliosphere #1851
<p data-wp-editing="1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-107789 size-large" src="https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1851.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="360" /></p> <p>In this episode, Ray kicks things off with NASA’s Voyager mission uncovering extreme plasma temperatures—up to 50,000 Kelvin—at the edge of our solar system. He also dives into PBS’s 25-year celebration of the ISS, China’s breakthrough analog chip 1,000× faster than NVIDIA’s GPUs, and new AI and hardware innovations shaping the tech world. Plus, updates on MRAM advances, AMD’s latest gaming bundle, and Microsoft’s Windows 10 security extension.</p> <p>-Want to be a Guest on a Podcast or YouTube Channel? Sign up for <a class="keychainify-checked" href="http://GuestMatch.Pro">GuestMatch.Pro</a><br /> -Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use my <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-1615095-70985-71">link</a> to support the show.</p> <p>Subscribe to the <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://geeknewscentral.com/newsletter/">Newsletter</a>.<br /> <a class="keychainify-checked" href="mailto:[email protected]">Email Ray</a> if you want to get in touch!<br /> <a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.facebook.com/geeknews/">Like and Follow Geek News Central&#8217;s Facebook Page</a>.</p> <i>Support my Show Sponsor: <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/godaddy-promo-codes/"><i>Best Godaddy Promo Codes</i></a><br /> $11.99 – For a New Domain Name <a href="https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-3590583-12200160" rel="nofollow"> cjcfs3geek </a><br /> $6.99 a month Economy Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-3590583-12200154-1430254188000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1h</a><br /> $12.99 a month Managed WordPress Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-3590583-12242416-1439241078000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1w</a><br /> Support the show by becoming a <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/insider">Geek News Central Insider</a><br /> </i> <a href="https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-3590583-15734885" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get 1Password</a> <p><span id="more-107809"></span></p> <h3>Full Summary</h3> <p>In this episode of the Geek News Central podcast, hosted by Ray Cochrane, the discussion kicks off with a lead story about NASA&#8217;s Voyager spacecraft and its recent findings regarding extreme temperatures at the edge of the solar system, specifically in the heliosphere. Cochrane elaborates on an article from IFL Science detailing how the twin probes, Voyager 1 and Voyager 2, launched in 1977, have been exploring this boundary. He explains that they measured temperatures ranging from 30,000 to 50,000 Kelvin, described as a &#8220;wall of fire,&#8221; which is more informally a region of extreme plasma conditions rather than a solid wall. Cochrane appreciates the longevity and ongoing research contributions of these missions.</p> <p>After discussing the Voyager missions, Cochrane shares some personal updates about his week, including hardware issues with recording his podcast and his academic experiences with midterms. He mentions switching devices for recording and working through technical problems due to an activation lock on his dad&#8217;s Mac Studio. Despite these challenges, he expresses excitement about trying out new editing software called Auto Edit to improve his podcast quality.</p> <p>Cochrane then transitions to expressing gratitude towards sponsors, specifically GoDaddy, for their support, highlighting various hosting services they offer, including affordable website solutions. He emphasizes how listener support through using the promo codes directly impacts the podcast&#8217;s continuation.</p> <p>The episode proceeds to a segment on recent news articles, starting with a PBS feature celebrating 25 years of the International Space Station (ISS), featuring a new series titled &#8220;Operation Space Station.&#8221; Cochrane notes the ISS&#8217;s impressive safety record of zero fatalities and discusses the significance of its contributions to space research.</p> <p>The next article discusses a breakthrough from researchers at Peking University who developed a new analog computing chip that functions a thousand times faster than high-end NVIDIA GPUs. Cochrane outlines the advantages of this new chip, particularly its potential implications for AI training and other standard computing processes.</p> <p>Following this, Cochrane mentions Anthropic&#8217;s expansion of their cloud coding tools to web and mobile platforms, making it easier for developers to use AI-powered coding assistance. He also dives into prompts for AI research, providing several examples that listeners may find useful.</p> <p>He then discusses a paradigm shift in RAM technology through a new laser-based technique for controlling magnetic states, leading to advancements in magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM).</p> <p>The episode continues to cover various tech topics, including AMD bundling games with the Lenovo Legion Go 2 handheld gaming PC, Microsoft&#8217;s announcement of free security updates for Windows 10 for an additional year, and reflections on the broader implications of these developments.</p> <p>Cochrane wraps up the episode with thanks to the audience for their support and encourages listener feedback through email. He expresses hope for a better week ahead and signs off, wishing everyone a great week.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.iflscience.com/nasas-voyager-spacecraft-found-a-30000-50000-kelvin-wall-at-the-edge-of-our-solar-system-81411" rel="nofollow">NASA’s Voyager Spacecraft Found a 30,000–50,000 Kelvin Wall at the Edge of Our Solar System</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.space.com/entertainment/pbs-celebrates-25-years-of-the-iss-with-novas-operation-space-station-on-nov-5" rel="nofollow">PBS Celebrates 25 Years of the ISS with NOVA’s “Operation Space Station” on Nov 5</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.livescience.com/technology/computing/china-solves-century-old-problem-with-new-analog-chip-that-is-1-000-times-faster-than-high-end-nvidia-gpus" rel="nofollow">China Solves Century-Old Problem with New Analog Chip That Is 1,000 Times Faster Than High-End NVIDIA GPUs</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.infoq.com/news/2025/10/anthropic-claude-code/" rel="nofollow">Anthropic Claude Code</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/i-use-anthropics-ai-assistant-claude-to-save-me-hours-of-research-and-these-are-my-4-go-to-prompts" rel="nofollow">I Use Anthropic’s AI Assistant Claude to Save Me Hours of Research — These Are My 4 Go-To Prompts</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.techradar.com/pro/claude-is-coming-to-your-spreadsheets-but-is-it-enough-to-make-you-an-emperor-of-excel-and-what-will-microsoft-copilot-think" rel="nofollow">Claude Is Coming to Your Spreadsheets — But Is It Enough to Make You an Emperor of Excel, and What Will Microsoft Copilot Think?</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.tomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/apple-mac-pro-and-mac-mini-clones-launch-with-amd-ryzen-cpus-perfect-mini-pcs-for-those-who-love-apples-aesthetics-but-still-need-windows-or-linux" rel="nofollow">Apple Mac Pro and Mac Mini Clones Launch with AMD Ryzen CPUs — Perfect Mini PCs for Those Who Love Apple’s Aesthetics but Still Need Windows or Linux</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/a69164560/mram-discovery-computing/" rel="nofollow">MRAM Discovery Computing</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://videocardz.com/newz/amd-bundles-four-steam-games-with-lenovo-legion-go-2-costco-only" rel="nofollow">AMD Bundles Four Steam Games with Lenovo Legion Go 2 — Costco Only</a></li> <li><a class="keychainify-checked" href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2025/11/01/microsoft-confirms-free-windows-10-security-updates---how-to-get-them/" rel="nofollow">Microsoft Confirms Free Windows 10 Security Updates — How to Get Them</a></li> </ol> <p>The post <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/2025/11/10/nasas-voyager-probes-the-mysteries-of-the-heliosphere-1851/">NASA&#8217;s Voyager Probes the Mysteries of the Heliosphere #1851</a> appeared first on <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com">Geek News Central</a>.</p>
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Gadget Overload for October 2025 #1850
NOV 3, 2025
Gadget Overload for October 2025 #1850
<p data-wp-editing="1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-107789 size-large" src="https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1400x1400-3-360x360.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="360" srcset="https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1400x1400-3-360x360.jpg 360w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1400x1400-3-300x300.jpg 300w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1400x1400-3-150x150.jpg 150w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1400x1400-3-768x768.jpg 768w, https://geeknewscentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1400x1400-3.jpg 1400w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px" /></p> <p>Dive into “Gadget Overload for October 2025,” where we review this month’s standout tech — from Apple’s M5-powered iPad Pro and Asus ROG Ally X to Meta’s smart glasses — plus NVIDIA’s AI chip deal in South Korea, Google’s Gemini AI upgrades, new non-lethal drone defenses, and a 7-billion-year-old interstellar comet discovery.</p> <p>-Want to be a Guest on a Podcast or YouTube Channel? Sign up for <a href="http://GuestMatch.Pro">GuestMatch.Pro</a><br /> -Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use my <a href="https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-1615095-70985-71">link</a> to support the show.</p> <p>Subscribe to the <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/newsletter/">Newsletter</a>.<br /> <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Email Chris</a> if you want to get in touch!<br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/geeknews/">Like and Follow Geek News Central&#8217;s Facebook Page</a>.</p> <i>Support my Show Sponsor: <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/godaddy-promo-codes/"><i>Best Godaddy Promo Codes</i></a><br /> $11.99 – For a New Domain Name <a href="https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-3590583-12200160" rel="nofollow"> cjcfs3geek </a><br /> $6.99 a month Economy Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-3590583-12200154-1430254188000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1h</a><br /> $12.99 a month Managed WordPress Hosting (<b>Free domain</b>, professional email, and SSL certificate for the 1st year.) Promo Code: <a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-3590583-12242416-1439241078000" rel="nofollow">cjcgeek1w</a><br /> Support the show by becoming a <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/insider">Geek News Central Insider</a><br /> </i> <p><span id="more-107787"></span></p> <h3>Full Summary</h3> <p>In this episode of Geek News Central, titled &#8220;Gadget Overload for October 2025,&#8221; centers around a detailed overview of the latest gadgets released in October 2025. Chris begins by highlighting several standout devices, noting that the month saw a wealth of new technology, including mobile devices, smart wearables, and AR smart glasses. He mentions impressive upgrades like the Apple iPad Pro with the new M5 chip and various gaming devices, such as the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X.</p> <p>Chris provides insights on the various gadgets, explaining that while the M5-equipped devices may not warrant an upgrade for those with M3 or M4 models, the iPad Pro stands out due to its rapid storage speeds. He compares the Asus handheld gaming device with alternatives like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, expressing skepticism about its high price point.</p> <p>He also discusses the Meta Ray-Ban display smart glasses, praising their screen quality and control features, although noting that they still lack sufficient app support.</p> <p>Following the gadget discussion, Chris shifts to news about NVIDIA supplying over 260,000 Blackwell AI chips to South Korea. He highlights the significance of this delivery for advancements in AI infrastructure within the country, affecting smart factories and autonomous vehicles.</p> <p>Next, Chris covers Google&#8217;s upgrades to their Gemini AI for Android enterprise apps, emphasizing the benefits of faster responses and enhanced privacy in app functionality.</p> <p>The episode also touches on security innovations against drone threats, where Chris describes new non-lethal methods to disable drones, signaling a shift in defense strategies.</p> <p>Finally, he shares space news about the interstellar comet 31 Atlas, believed to be over 7 billion years old, and discusses its unique composition, drawing connections to the broader understanding of planet formation in the universe.</p> <p><span style="font-family: Bitter, Georgia, serif;font-size: 22px">Links:</span></p> <ul> <li data-start="201" data-end="378"> <ul> <li data-start="140" data-end="246"> <p data-start="142" data-end="246"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://gizmodo.com/best-gadgets-october-2025-2000680185?utm_source=" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="142" data-end="244" rel="nofollow">The Best Gadgets of October 2025 — Gizmodo</a></p> </li> <li data-start="247" data-end="447"> <p data-start="249" data-end="447"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/nvidia-supply-more-than-260000-blackwell-ai-chips-south-korea-2025-10-31?utm_source" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="249" data-end="445" rel="nofollow">Nvidia to Supply Over 260,000 Blackwell AI Chips to South Korea — Reuters</a></p> </li> <li data-start="448" data-end="615"> <p data-start="450" data-end="615"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.developer-tech.com/news/google-upgrades-gemini-ai-for-android-enterprise-apps?utm_source=" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="450" data-end="613" rel="nofollow">Google Upgrades Gemini AI for Android Enterprise Apps — Developer Tech</a></p> </li> <li data-start="616" data-end="790"> <p data-start="618" data-end="790"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/drones-non-lethal-response-neutralize-threats?utm_source=" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="618" data-end="788" rel="nofollow">Drones: Non-Lethal Response to Neutralize Threats — Interesting Engineering</a></p> </li> <li data-start="791" data-end="927"> <p data-start="793" data-end="927"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://interestingengineering.com/space/3i-atlas-the-oldest-comet-ever?utm_source=" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="793" data-end="925" rel="nofollow">3I ATLAS: The Oldest Comet Ever — Interesting Engineering</a></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>The post <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com/2025/11/03/gadget-overload-for-october-2025-1850/">Gadget Overload for October 2025 #1850</a> appeared first on <a href="https://geeknewscentral.com">Geek News Central</a>.</p>
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