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YourTechReport
by Aflalo Communications Inc., Double Tap Productions, Marc Aflalo, Mitchell Whitfield
YourTechReport is a weekly radio show which airs on SiriusXM channel 167.YourTechReport is hosted by Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield with regular appearances from Sandeep Panesar. Each week the show discusses the latest in tech news and issues that affect everyone. We dive into important topics and conversations and feature interviews with some amazing guests in the tech world.Our approach is different. When it comes to tech reviews, hands-on reviews, product unboxing, smartphone tips, the latest tablets - we realize that the majority of folks out there don’t know the difference between megapixels and megahertz…they just want to know what they should buy and why--and that’s why we’re here!YourTechReport is dedicated to bringing tech and consumer electronics to the masses in a way that’s not only informative, but accessible to EVERYONE--so we're bringing our SiriusXM show to everyone on YouTube. We'll not only feature the tech products and tech review and companies that WE think a
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Apple's September 2026 Event: iPhone Duo, Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5
Apple's September 2026 event delivered the expected iPhone 18 Pro upgrades, new Apple Watches, and AirPods 5—but the real story is the iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable phone. Marc and Mitchell break down every announcement, the Canadian pricing shock, what the Duo's camera system is missing…
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Apple Event Preview: What to Expect from the iPhone 18 Pro
Apple's September event lands Wednesday, September 9, and Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield break down what to expect: the first foldable iPhone, a rumored home hub with a square display, and the big question hanging over both. Can Siri keep up with hardware that depends on voice control? Two...
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ASUS ROG XBOX Ally X: Why Everyone Is Talking About It
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X puts an Xbox in your hands. Mitchell Whitfield spent weeks with the handheld and breaks down the controls, the 7-inch 120Hz display, real battery life, and whether the $599 base model is the smarter buy. Both the ROG Xbox Ally and the Ally X run Windows 11 underneath, but...
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Intel Gamer Days 2025: The Best Time to Upgrade Your Gaming PC
Gaming in 2025 looks nothing like it did a decade ago. Today's gamers stream on Twitch, edit content for YouTube, chat on Discord, and learn new skills — often all at the same time, on the same machine. Intel Gamer Days was built around that reality: a campaign designed to help Canadians find a...
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Your Hard Drive Is the Cloud: OWC and Strada on Rethinking Remote Workflow
Michael Cioni built four startups, and each one taught him something the last one couldn't. What he learned at Frame.io and Adobe was that the cloud, despite its flexibility, was too expensive and the internet too slow for the workflows creative professionals actually live in. That insight became...
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How Schlage's Converge Technology Is Changing Home Security
Schlage has been in the lock business for over 100 years, and that heritage is very much alive in how the company approaches smart home security. Tim Eskew walks through the evolution of Schlage's connected products — from their first electronic lock in 2007 to Bluetooth integration in the early...
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Why Your Garbage Disposal Is Stuck in 1950 (And How Aerospace Engineers Fixed It)
Tim Ketchum walks Marc Aflalo through the origin story of Composer: a startup born from frustration with composting and a recognition that garbage disposals, despite being in 60% of American homes, handle only 15% of food waste. The engineering challenge wasn't grinding — every disposal does that…
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J.D. Power's 2026 Verdict on Canadian Banking Apps
J.D. Power surveyed over 5,000 Canadian digital bank users to evaluate mobile app and website experiences across four pillars: digital design and usability, system performance, security, and support. The findings show that the banks leading in satisfaction aren't winning on features — they're...
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Canada's Cyber Crisis: 17 Billion Threats and the AI Arms Race Fuelling Them
Cyber threats targeting Canadians have escalated sharply, and the numbers back it up. Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs recorded a 379% increase in worldwide ransomware activity, with over 370 Canadian organizations hit by extortion attacks in a recent reporting period. Derek Manky explains this isn't...
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Apple's Gemini-Powered Siri Is Here — Was It Worth the Wait?
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference 2025 leaned hard into artificial intelligence, and for good reason: the company had ground to make up. Marc and Mitchell walk through their top takeaways from the keynote, starting with the most significant shift — a rebuilt Siri powered by Google's Gemini...
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iOS 27's Biggest Accessibility Wins — Steven Scott on What Apple Finally Got Right
Apple's WWDC 2025 keynote took a different approach this year — less time on visual polish, more focus on proving its AI actually works. Marc and Steven break down what that means in practice, walking through the features most likely to change how people actually use their devices day to day....
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Gaming, Community, Accessibility and Esports, The Vision Behind the Canadian Game Awards
The Canadian Game Awards are growing into something far bigger than a yearly celebration of games. In this conversation, Carl-Edwin Michel shares the long-term vision behind the event, why community and accessibility now sit at the center of the awards, and how Canada’s gaming industry continues…
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Ring's 4K Doorbell and the AI Features That Are Changing Home Security
The video doorbell category has come a long way since Ring helped create it, and this conversation covers exactly how far. Marc and Dave dig into the current generation of Ring products, including the first-ever battery-powered doorbells with 2K and 4K resolution, and what that jump in clarity...
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Paige Frame: Why Simplicity Is the Most Powerful Feature in Elder Care Tech
When Bob Millar's mother began losing her ability to use phones and tablets as her cognition declined, he didn't find a solution on the market — so he helped build one. Paige is a large-format digital clock that displays photos of family members. When a loved one taps a face, it triggers a video...
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How to Convert Podcast Listeners Into Paying Clients
Nathalie Doremieux, co-founder of Podcast Leadflow, breaks down a problem most podcasters face. You can grow an audience, but turning listeners into leads or revenue is much harder. Her platform focuses on closing that gap. The core idea is simple. Treat a podcast episode like a lead magnet....
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ASUS ZenBook Duo Hands-On: The Best Laptop for Multitasking?
This hands-on look at the ASUS ZenBook Duo shows what happens when a laptop breaks the usual limits. You get two full 14-inch OLED touchscreens with identical resolution, not a secondary display compromise. Remove the keyboard and you unlock a vertical dual-screen workspace designed for real…
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AI Meets E-Ink: Inside the Fraimic Smart Canvas
Anthony Mattana, founder of Fraimic, shares how his smart e-ink canvas blends AI image generation with ultra-low power display tech. You speak what you want to see, and the frame creates and displays it instantly. No apps, no typing. It feels simple but powerful. The device uses color e-ink,...
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Xbox vs PC vs Handheld: The Future of Gaming
Gaming has changed dramatically in the last few years. Consoles, PCs, and handheld gaming systems now coexist in a much larger ecosystem. In this episode of YourTechReport, Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield dive into the evolving world of gaming hardware. Mitchell shares his experience upgrading...
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The Future of Apple: Foldable iPhone, Mac Pro, and What’s Next
Apple has released a wave of new products, but the real conversation is about what comes next. In this episode of YourTechReport, Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield look ahead at the future of Apple’s product lineup. The discussion explores the growing rumors around a foldable iPhone, why Apple…
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Apple’s New Budget Devices Could Change Everything
Apple just announced seven new products, including the new iPhone 17e, the MacBook Neo, refreshed MacBook Pro models, and updated iPad Air and Studio Displays. In this episode of YourTechReport, Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield break down the biggest announcements and what they mean for Apple’s...
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Audeze Maxwell 2: Inside the Next Generation Gaming Headset
Audeze continues to push the boundary between professional audio and gaming with the launch of the Maxwell 2 headset. CEO Shankar Thyagasamudram explains that the new model introduces a complete redesign of the internal electronics, enabling higher bitrate processing and improved AI-powered noise...
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The Future of Enterprise Computing Fits in a Keyboard
What if the computer on your desk disappeared, but everything still worked better? At CES, HP introduced the EliteBoard, a fully functional AI-powered PC built directly into a keyboard. Marc Aflalo speaks with Caleb Fleming, Sr. Manager, BPS NPI Leads Team at HP, about how the idea emerged, why...
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Inside TCL’s 2026 TV Tech and CES Breakthroughs with Bruce Walker
TCL made one of the biggest impressions at CES this year, showcasing new television technology, massive screen sizes, advanced audio, portable projection, and emerging AR experiences. Marc Aflalo is joined by Bruce Walker, Product Evangelist at TCL, to break down everything announced at the show...
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CES Accessibility Stage Breakthrough with Fred Moltz of Verizon
At CES this year, accessibility took center stage in a way the tech world has never seen before. Marc Aflalo speaks with Fred Moltz, Chief Accessibility Officer at Verizon, about the creation of CES’s first fully dedicated Accessibility Stage. What began as a conversation between advocates…
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Lego Smart Bricks, Pebble Returns, and the No-Crease Foldable Future
CES 2026 recap with Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield, covering the shift from AI buzzwords to real outcomes, the return of BlackBerry-style typing with Clicks, Pebble’s comeback with a color e-ink watch and a $70 voice memo ring, LG’s household robot, Dell reviving XPS, Samsung’s trifold and a...
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From AI Hype to Human Impact at CES 2026
CES 2026 is back in full force. Marc Aflalo speaks with Allie Fried live from the show floor about the energy at CES, the expanded Las Vegas Convention Center, the shift from AI hype to real outcomes, humanoid robots, accessibility breakthroughs, startups at Eureka Park, and why CES still matters...
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From Breath Sensors to Exoskeletons: CES 2026 Standout Tech
CES 2026 trends take center stage in this conversation with tech journalist Jon Cohen. You hear how AI has shifted from hype to practical, on-device use, why privacy now matters more, and which products feel close to real-world adoption. From the show floor in Las Vegas, Marc Aflalo sits down…
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Myseum Wants to Fix Photo Sharing and Protect Your Digital Legacy
Myseum is rethinking social networking by focusing on private, intentional sharing instead of public feeds and algorithms. Darin Myman, CEO of Myseum, explains how the platform was designed to solve a modern problem: people take more photos than ever, yet meaningful sharing and long-term...
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Inside a Real Gaming PC Build with Bryan de Zayas from NZXT
This episode launches a special PC build series on Your Tech Report, following the process of building a high-performance gaming and creator PC from the ground up. Marc Aflalo and his son Zach are assembling a system component by component, learning directly from the companies behind the…
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How SOTI Is Rethinking Mobile Device Management for Frontline Teams
Enterprise mobility is no longer just device control. In this conversation, Marc Aflalo speaks with Joel Matthew from SOTI about modern Android management, frontline productivity, real-time visibility, and how AI is changing enterprise mobility management. SOTI has grown from a remote...
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Bridging the Gap: Tools for ADHD and Executive Functioning
In this episode, Hannah Bookbinder, an ADHD and executive functioning skills coach, shares her journey from working with her first client to developing the MyToad app and writing a book. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of helping individuals with ADHD and executive functioning...
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Inside Zoholics 2025: Zoho’s Big Announcements and the Future of Work
Zoho brought major updates to Canada at Zoholics 2025. This episode breaks down the new announcements, Zoho’s AI roadmap, data sovereignty commitments, and the rapid growth of Zoho Workplace with insights from Zoho leader Rakeeb Rafeeque. Marc sits down with Rakeeb Rafeeque, Head of Market…
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Alexa Plus Arrives in Canada with Smarter AI and Real-World Actions
Alexa Plus is now available in Canada. This episode breaks down how Amazon’s new AI assistant changes everyday tasks, smart home control, privacy management, and accessibility for Canadians. Marc sits down with Allison Siperco, Country Manager for Alexa Canada, to explore the next generation of...
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WildTrax 2026, Stability First: How Halter Technical Built a Better Recorder
Learn how Halter Technical builds pro-grade headphones and software designed for people who create content, not consume it. Marc Aflalo talks with founder Doc Justice about the origin of the company, why film and TV audio teams needed better tools, and how the WildTrax 2026 update expands what...
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The Bluetooth Panic Button Protecting Workers, Seniors, and First Responders
Silent Beacon panic button for personal and workplace safety: how a stuntman’s accident sparked a Bluetooth emergency device that now protects home-health workers, educators, social services, and more—with 911 calling, dashboards, and OTA updates. Kenny Kelley, CEO and founder of Silent Beacon,...
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Windows 10 Deadline: What Happens Now? Dan Ackerman Explains
#Windows10 #Windows11 #PCUpgrade #YourTechReport #MicroCenter Windows 10 support ends October 14. Dan Ackerman (Editor-in-Chief, Micro Center News) joins Your Tech Report to explain what end of updates means, why Windows 11 adoption lagged, hardware requirements, the ESU “snooze” option, and why...
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Inside Cisco’s “Cinematic” Meetings: Eye-Level Presence, Less Friction
Cisco’s Distance Zero rethinks hybrid collaboration with meeting equity, AI at the edge, and cinematic framing that keeps every participant “at eye height”—plus live 3D object discussion with Apple Vision Pro. SVP/GM Snorre Kjesbu explains how Cisco defines “Distance Zero”: everyone gets a true...
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Canadians Embrace Ads: FAST, CTV, and the New Rules of TV
Roku Canada’s Video on Demand Evolution Study reveals how Canadian streamers embrace ad-supported streaming, FAST channels, and interactive ads—shifting reach to connected TV while boosting addressability to 90%. Head of Revenue for Roku Canada, Ivan Pehar, joins Marc to unpack the sixth annual...
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iPhone 17 and AirPods Pro 3: Real-World Impressions from Apple’s Keynote
Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup, iOS 26, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch updates are here—plus Meta unveiled its next-gen Ray-Ban glasses with a display. Marc and Mitchell dig into design compromises, battery life, transparency mode, wearable health, and whether Meta’s AR push is ready for prime time. In...
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Bridging the Gaps in Pro AV & Broadcast: Magewell with MVD’s Mike Nann
Magewell’s story from USB Capture to all-in-one production: how a user-first approach powers pro AV, broadcast, and streaming—plus where devices like Director One, Director Mini, and NDI converters fit in real-world workflows. Marc Aflalo sits down with Mike Nann of MVD (Mobile Video...
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Lynda AI: The Executive Assistant That Finally Fixes Email
Drowning in emails? What if an AI executive assistant could clear your inbox, draft replies, and keep you focused on real work? That’s exactly what Lynda AI is designed to do—an agent built to finally deliver on the promise of inbox zero. Marc sits down with co-founder David Brennan to explore…
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The Future of Education: AI, Accessibility, and Canvas
How will generative AI reshape the classroom? Ryan Lufkin, VP of Global Academic Strategy at Instructure, joins Marc Aflalo to discuss the new OpenAI partnership, how Canvas powers millions of students worldwide, and what this means for the future of education and accessibility. Canvas has become...
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Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S3 Review: Premium Sound Meets All-Day Comfort
Discover why the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S3 wireless headphones set a new standard for comfort, design, and audio quality. From detailed sound separation to all-day wearability, these headphones deliver everything music lovers, gamers, and movie fans want in premium over-ear headphones. Marc Aflalo...
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Why Roborock Added a Robotic Arm to Its Smart Vacuum
Roborock’s Saros Z70 robot vacuum stunned CES with its built-in robotic arm. But beyond the show, it’s reshaping smart cleaning for everyone—including people with mobility challenges. In this spotlight interview, Your Tech Report host Marc Aflalo speaks with Ashley Hu, US PR Manager at Roborock,...
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Zoho Just Built Its Own LLM—Here’s Why It Matters
Zoho launches its own large language model—Zia LLM—built in India, designed for business, and powered by privacy-first AI agents that redefine what digital employees can do. Zoho is taking a bold step into the AI future with the launch of its own large language model (LLM) and a suite of...
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Status Audio Pro X: A True Wireless Earbud for Audiophiles
Status Audio’s Pro X wireless earbuds debut with audiophile-grade sound, AI-powered voice calls, and a sleeker, smaller fit—designed from the ground up to compete with the best in the world. James Bertuzzi, CEO and founder of Status Audio, joins Your Tech Report to unveil the Pro X—the company’s...
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Inside Sound Devices: CEO Matt Anderson on Building the Best in Pro Audio
How do you build the audio gear that powers the Super Bowl, blockbuster films, and YouTube studios alike? In this episode, Marc Aflalo sits down with Matt Anderson, CEO and co-founder of Sound Devices, to uncover the origin story, innovations, and engineering principles behind one of the most...
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Breaking the Stigma: How Signia and Widex Are Changing Hearing Tech
In this episode of YourTechReport, Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield sit down with audiologist and WS Audiology product manager Michèle Dostaler to dive into the cutting-edge technology behind Signia’s newest hearing solutions. The discussion centers around the newly announced Signia Pure...
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Why Thunderbolt 5 Docks Are a Game-Changer for Creators and Gamers
If you’ve ever wondered why your cheap USB hub doesn’t cut it anymore, this conversation is for you. Kensington’s Mike DeCristofaro joins Marc Aflalo to break down the real-world difference Thunderbolt 5 makes — especially for creators, gamers, and anyone tired of juggling dongles and ports. From...
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94% of Remote Companies Faced Device Theft: Here’s How to Stop It
Device security is more critical—and overlooked—than ever. In this episode, Marc Aflalo is joined by Kensington Sales Engineer Matt Sumner to unpack the alarming results of a new global study on physical device theft and discuss simple solutions that could save organizations millions. As hybrid...
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YourTechReport is a weekly radio show which airs on SiriusXM channel 167.YourTechReport is hosted by Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield with regular appearances from Sandeep Panesar. Each week the show discusses the latest in tech news and issues that affect everyone. We dive into important topics and conversations and feature interviews with some amazing guests in the tech world.Our approach is different. When it comes to tech reviews, hands-on reviews, product unboxing, smartphone tips, the latest tablets - we realize that the majority of folks out there don’t know the difference between megapixels and megahertz…they just want to know what they should buy and why--and that’s why we’re here!YourTechReport is dedicated to bringing tech and consumer electronics to the masses in a way that’s not only informative, but accessible to EVERYONE--so we're bringing our SiriusXM show to everyone on YouTube. We'll not only feature the tech products and tech review and companies that WE think a
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