Original Airdate: March 15, 2008

Steve shows us the Lenovo Tablet PC. No longer do you need to rely on your keyboard to input information – the X61 has fully integrated pen-based functions, allowing you to write directly onto your computer! This new PC is ideal for users who need an ultra-portable notebook but refuse to sacrifice durability or performance.

Steve then explores the world of VOIP, or Voice-over-IP. He looks at Vonage’s V-Portal, which enables you to check your messages on line from anywhere you have an Internet connection. 

Caroline introduces us to Weebly, a clever website building tool for non-techies. It offers a drag and drop interface for adding content such as photos, videos and maps. You can even create your own blog using this online publishing tool.

 Original Airdate: March 1, 2008

Steve thinks green with Lenovo’s Think Center A61e, an energy star compliant computer designed for the small business market. He rounds out his look at small business computers with a peek at Lenovo’s R61 Think Pad notebook.

Steve demos how we can use the internet for our phone service, even if you’re on the road. VOIP with Vonage will enable you to make and receive phone calls through an Internet connection, using your same home number no matter which town you’re in.  

Original Airdate: February 16, 2008

Do you have all of your files spread out over a number of different computers? Now you can stream your media to all your computers with HP’s MediaSmart Server. The MediaSmart Server makes it easy for you and your family to share photos, music and videos, and back up all your important files, whether you’re on a Mac or a PC.

Steve shows us the business side of Voice Over IP (VOIP) with Vonage. He explains how using the Internet for your phone line can translate to big savings for small business.   

On Tech Toys, Caroline shows us how to take a step beyond standard old photo frames with new digital photo frames. You can scroll through your photos manually, or run a photo slideshow automatically.

Original Air Date: February 2, 2008

Steve explains how you can use the Internet as our telephone service using VOIP, or voice over IP. If you haven’t thought of using the Internet as your telephone provider, this show might make you think again. Steve looks at services offered by Vonage, and shows you that you can have all the features of your current telephone provider, plus have all the freedom of checking your messages online from anywhere you have an Internet connection. With Vonage, you can also have a local number anywhere in Canada, United States or Over Seas.

Get piece of mind knowing you’re protected. Steve goes over the steps of setting up a wireless network, with a focus on security. Also, take a trip down memory lane – preserve, share and restore your print photo collection by scanning it. And, stop overspending on mobility & long distance phone service, Steve beseeches you!

So why would small business owners uproot their traditional landlines for VOIP? Steve explains how Vonage’s use of high-tech telecommunications technology means flexibility and affordability for their customers. He’ll also shine the light on a business projector that can provide some at-home entertainment at night. And much more!

From phones to instant text messaging to video chat, the internet continues to evolve our communication landscape. Steve explains the cost-saving benefits of VOIP, as well as Microsoft's Lifecam webcam, and social networking. Caroline's got the ultimate Tech Toy for serious gamers; custom gaming keyboards by zBoard.

Travellin’

What’s the best new technology if you’re on the fly? For those of you who take your holidays down south, Vonage allows you to take your phone service with you, via the internet. And Steve longs to go on vacation with Samsung’s Duocam in hand, a two-in-one video and still camera with dual lenses. For the avid runner, Caroline has a new product from Garmin: the Forerunner 201 with GPS that allows you to track your progress on the computer.

Web Hosting

Thinking of building a website, or looking for a service to host an existing one? Steve guides you through the templates and services offered by Hostway.

Apple

Add your voice to the internet with this exciting new form of audio and video broadcasting. Steve shows how podcasts can be recorded into Apple’s free GarageBand software with MacMice’s Micflex microphone or through a regular phone and hardware from PhoneValet. For listening to and even watching podcasts, Steve goes over the 60-gig iPod, and how to manage and subscribe to content with Apple’s iTunes.

iPod Cases

Caroline shows you how to protect your gear and look good doing it with cases for the iPod, iPod Shuffle, and Palm Treo.

Small Business

We’ll show you the best new technologies for small business, such as HP’s Officejet Pro K550 printer. Steve introduces us to Vonage, a new kind of phone company that uses the internet to make and receive calls from anywhere in the world with just a regular telephone and adapter. He also shows us how to turn your computer into atelephone using Vonage’s SoftPhone.

Anti-Spam

Nothing gets Steve’s blood boiling like time wasted wading through spam. With Norton Internet Security 2006 you can efficiently deal with this annoying safety threat. And Caroline shows you how you can finally import all your contacts that are trapped on paper into your email program, with the Targus Mini Business Card Scanner.