Episode 73: SMR vs CMR Hard Drives, RAID, and Backups

Episode 1: RESET: Automation, Networking, Storage: RESET is a weekly tech podcast that covers home automation, networking, and home storage. No tech subject is off limits and RESET will get off the rails on other favorites. I’ll be talking about anything that plugs in or takes batteries. by RESET

9 min listen

Episode 2: RESET 2 – Flic Button, Logitech, and More: This week on RESET is a handful of gadgets I’ve recently acquired. Most used is the Flic Button. I’ll talk about Flic as well as the new Logitech Pop Home Switch. I’ve got a few more gadgets and things to chat with you about and I’ll try to end ever... by RESET

26 min listen

Episode 4: RESET 4 – ecobee3: This week on RESET, the ecobee3 wifi thermostat. Jose Ortiz and Christopher Kenney will help me go from install, move to setup, and then living with the ecobee. It’s a great conversation. I don’t have a “What I’m reading” segment since this show went... by RESET

72 min listen

Episode 19: RESET 19 – Listen up Microsoft: Subscribe: iTunes | Android | RSS I’m critical and I praise. All in about 20 minutes. RESET 19. Use hashtag #Trypod and #RESET in March to spread the word about podcasting. Enter the Surface Book Review Microsoft Surface Book – A Mac designer’s tech r... by RESET

27 min listen

Episode 26: RESET 26 – EZVIZ Cameras, Echo Show Review: I’ve had the Echo Show for a week and I’ll let you know if you should buy it or not. I’m also testing a camera system called EZVIZ and I think the results may surprise you. I’ll also chat about a few more news items and a community update at the end.... by RESET

61 min listen

Episode 3: RESET 3 The Shawshank Redemption: I’m already off the rails with this podcast. Tech takes a break so I can chat about something I’ve always wanted to do. I want to chat about my favorite movie. The Shawshank Redemption. This isn’t a movie review or an in depth look but it’s a fun l... by RESET

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Episode 5: RESET 5 Synology RT1900ac: This week I’m taking a look at the Synology router, RT1900ac. I’ll talk about that, my new keyboard which I really don’t like, and another segment of “What I’m Reading” at the end. What I’m Reading Concrete Arrows and the U.S. by RESET

42 min listen

Episode 15: RESET 15 – CES: It's the time of year to inundate you with CES coverage and here is my little slice of that mayhem. by RESET

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Episode 7: RESET 7 – Getting Started with Sonos: This week on RESET. Sonos. I’m talking with Kevin Schoonover about the ins and outs of Sonos. How to get started, stream, expand, etc. Whether you are a beginner or a pro with Sonos I think you will find something of value in this podcast. by RESET

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Episode 9: RESET 9 – The New Gear: The new gear episode. Arlo, Almond, Echo, Google Home, SmartThings, Pixel, Fireflies, and more! Take a deep breath and lets chat! Once again, I forgot to add “What I’m reading” to the end of the podcast. Here it is. by RESET

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Episode 11: RESET 11 – Almond 3, Eero Updates, Laptop Switch: RESET is ready for Turkey Day! Today I’m talking Wi-Fi. Almond 3 Review is out. Eero update 2.0 is out. I’ve got a new laptop. Eero Update 2.0 Netgear Orbi Almond 3 What I’m reading. http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/to-do-lists-by-hand/ Black Friday Thread... by RESET

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Episode 6: RESET 6 – Water Sensors: Today I’m talking water sensors. I’m using 3 different ones in my house and I’ll tell you about all of them and how they have worked under real circumstances. I’m following up on the Synology RT1900ac, the Ecobee3, by RESET

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Episode 28: RESET28 - Eero Gen 2 mixed with Gen 1: I'm mixing it up! I've got a new Gen 2 eero and I'm going to be using it with Gen 1 gear. Orbi has an update and RESET has moved. All this with a community update at the end. by RESET

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Episode 16: RESET 16 – News: A couple of things to talk about this week. If you survived the CES podcasts this one DOES NOT go over CES. Woohoo! Let’s talk some old style Windows Home Server Version 1. Lights out. Windows Phone, Tablets, Eero, Orbi, Lan Speed Test, and more. by RESET

40 min listen

Episode 10: RESET 10 – Netgear Arlo Pro, Microsoft Dial, Google Home vs. Amazon Alexa: RESET 10. Netgear Arlo Pro, Pixel XL, Microsoft Dial, and Google Home vs. Amazon Alexa. What I’m Reading Claw Machines. Are they rigged or not? How to Trade Halloween Candy Route 66 – Rusty Memories Please rate this podcast in iTunes if you get a chan... by RESET

41 min listen

Episode 43: RESET 43 - Amazon, Ring, SmartThings, Surface Pro LTE, Mining Crypto: RESET 43 - Amazon, Ring, SmartThings, Surface Pro LTE, Mining Crypto by RESET

64 min listen

Episode 8: Microsoft Wins the Day: This week I’m talking about the Microsoft and Apple Events that took place. I’ll give you my thoughts on the new Surface Book, Surface Studio, and all the accessories. Tune in to see how “blown away” I am on the Apple Touch Bar too! So much to say! by RESET

42 min listen

Episode 14: RESET 14 WiFi: On RESET 14 I’m talking with Jose Ortiz and Kevin Schoonover about Wifi products. Eero, Luma, Orbi, Almond, Plume, Ubiquiti, and Google Wifi. Which one is the best? Are there other variables involved. It’s a lot to talk about so hang on! by RESET

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Episode 34: RESET 34 - Does SONOS matter anymore?: Let's talk about SONOS, Amazon Echo, Apple HomePod, and Google Max! Big companies and big speakers. What does all this mean to SONOS? by RESET

41 min listen

Episode 20: RESET 20 – Lost Things: Subscribe: iTunes | Android | RSS Something lost, something found. RESET 20. Do I say every week how much fun I had making this episode? I think I just like to talk and I go about 40 minutes this time. I don’t even remember what I said but maybe the ... by RESET

46 min listen

Episode 18: RESET 18 – CTJM: It’s time SmartThings. We need to have a talk. John Stutsman Icy Dock Coverage ActionTiles Caavo Nucleus The Hard Drives Most (and Least) Likely to Fail, According to Backblaze Best Cloud Backup 2017 – IDrive v. Backblaze v. CrashPlan v. by RESET

44 min listen

Episode 12: RESET 12: This week on RESET, Surface Studio Reviews, Eero App, Arlo Reviewed, Eve V, Synology, QNAP, Plex, and more. Busy. Surface Studio Teardown Seagate/Amazon Cloud Drive An Early Unboxing Post of Christmas Vacation Eve V – IndieGoGo Surface Pro Killer Micro... by RESET

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Episode 13: RESET 13 – Lighting: I'm chatting with Richard Gunther from the Home: On Podcast. He is going to school me in "Smart Lighting," errrr, "Connected Lighting." I'll ask him everything starting with LED and Lumens and ending up at the SmartHome and beyond. by RESET

52 min listen

Episode 29: RESET 29 Eclipse Prep with Cameras and Drones: Richard Hay drops by to chat Eclipse 2017 with me. I'll ask him about travel to totality, glasses, cameras, safety, and we geek out a little bit on the whole phenomenon. Can you say drone? by RESET

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Episode 22: RESET 22 – Mr. Backup: What happened to your "Backups of the backups?" by RESET

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Episode 32: RESET 32 Reolink Argus vs Blink vs Homeboy: It's a battle of battery operated cameras! It's the Reolink Argus, Blink, and Homeboy cameras. by RESET

101 min listen

Episode 21: RESET 21 – EDU Fi: Stickers. EDU. Project Fi Get Project fi here: https://g.co/fi/r/9WX36D . When you use that link we will both get a $20 credit! (thanks Tim) Shop eBay | Amazon.com | Woot.com | Target.com | BestBuy.com RESET Podcast is available on: iTunes Google Pl... by RESET

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Episode 25: RESET 25 – Show Wifi the Server Sound: Worst title ever but I'm talking Amazon Show, Orbi and eero Wifi, HP Gen 10 Microservers, and multi-room sound. I also have some Pool Tech and a major community update for you at the end of the show. by RESET

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Episode 24: RESET 24 – Show me the Pool: Another Backup Story. Synology Backups Rock And these fine topics. Alexa Show Rachio Netgear Orbi Pool Tech Pool Build VLOG? http://resetforums.com Shop eBay | Amazon.com | Woot.com | Target.com | BestBuy.com | Newegg. by RESET

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Episode 23: RESET 23 – Surface Laptop: We’re putting the Band back together. Or should I say the Surface Geeks? Discuss this podcast and more Surface Laptop goodness in the RESET Forums. http://resetforums.com Shop eBay | Amazon.com | Woot.com | Target.com | BestBuy. by RESET

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Episode 73: SMR vs CMR Hard Drives, RAID, and Backups

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