So you decided to lose weight, save more money, or just be a nicer person... too bad 80% of New Year's Resolutions are "failed" by the end of February, according to a report by US News and World Report.Luckily, Darrin has some tips (and a

46: When to give your kids a smartphone

Dec 27th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin takes a look at the trend of giving kids as young as 8 a smartphone, and whether or not that's a good thing.Also, some suggestions for apps and games to install on any new phones or gaming devices you might have received

45: The best Christmas-related video games, plus more Facebook privacy woes

Dec 20th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin takes a look at the (surprisingly few) video games that have some holiday flair, plus Facebook's ongoing privacy woes strike again.Check out Batteries Not Included every Saturday afternoon at 4pm on WOWO, 1190AM/107.5FM!

44: Gifts, privacy, and internet speeds

Dec 14th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin takes a look at some of the most popular gifts of 2018, and how private your data is around them. Also, a new report on how the U.S. is doing with expanding broadband internet speeds. Catch Batteries Not Included every Satu

43: Mind-sharing, low-quality bags, and computers that teach themselves

Dec 7th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin takes a look at the winners from the 2018 Game Awards, learns about a new project that lets people actually share their thoughts, and Google is getting into the ride-sharing business.

42: Your dog's a dummy (relatively)

Nov 30th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin looks at a scientific study that claims dogs aren't all that special, a recap of the latest NASA mission to Mars, and how "loot boxes" in video games are drawing federal attention. Catch Batteries Not Included every Sat

41: Holiday Gift Guide 2018

Nov 24th, 2018 28m 50s

Black Friday has come and gone, but your gift list still has a few people left on it. Luckily, Darrin has a look at what you should get the tech or gaming geek in your life.Catch Batteries Not Included every Saturday afternoon at 4pm on WOWO,

40: Your BNI Black Friday Guide

Nov 19th, 2018 28m 50s

Although, frankly, you'll probably be shopping online this year, here's a look at some great deals all the while. Also, a brief look at the life of Stan Lee.

39: Saving money on holiday travel, breaking your back with a backpack PC

Nov 9th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin looks at ways to save some cash on those holiday plane tickets, a website that is literally giving away music, and a new type of PC that you can wear, if you're into things like that.Catch Batteries Not Included every Sa

38: Apple's newest iPad is its best ever

Nov 2nd, 2018 28m 49s

The next version of the iPad got Darrin's attention, and he'll go over why in this week's episode. Also, Red Dead Redemption 2 made a LOT of money, and the Mac Mini is getting an overhaul.Listen to Batteries Not Included every S

37: Weaponized customer data and fun spaceship toys

Oct 25th, 2018 28m 50s

It's a mixed bag this week, as Darrin talks about Apple CEO Tim Cook's comments on "weaponizing" consumer data, a new video game that looks to revive the "toys to life" craze, and a pair of high-tech glasses called "Focals."Hear Batte

36: Analyzing game development "crunch"

Oct 18th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin talks about some controversy over the revelation that people working on Red Dead Redemption 2 (pictured) were putting in 100-hour work weeks to get the game out on time.Also, Facebook admits it wants to spy on you some more.

35: Facebook's Portal, Google's Pixel, and Microsoft's new streaming service

Oct 11th, 2018 28m 50s

Darrin looks at a trio of new tech announcements that came down this week, including Facebook's attempt to supplant the Amazon Echo, and Google's attempt to fight the iPad. Catch Batteries Not Included every Saturday morning at 10:30a

34: Presidential Alerts and altered crops

Oct 5th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin looks at the Presidential Alert system that lit up many of our phones recently, and a new development that would have virus-carrying bugs deployed to genetically alter crops. Listen to Batteries Not Included every Saturday

33: A Cautionary (Tell)Tale

Sep 27th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin takes a look at the lessons learned from the sudden closure of Telltale Games, the developers of games focused on Batman, Game of Thrones, and The Walking Dead (pictured). Catch Batteries Not Included every Saturday on WOWO

32: Amazon working with small businesses, Japan working on flying cars

Sep 21st, 2018 28m 50s

This week's episode features Amazon trying to do right by smaller businesses that they otherwise might have snuffed out, while Japan tries to do right by "The Jetsons."Catch "Batteries Not Included" every Saturday on WOWO!

31: The iPhone XS costs HOW MUCH?

Sep 13th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin complains about the pricing of the next line of iPhones, and about how NBA 2K19 treated Fort Wayne, before relaxing with some "space champagne."Tune in to WOWO 1190AM/107.5FM every Saturday afternoon at 4pm for Batteries Not

30: 5G is coming

Sep 5th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin takes another look at 5G for mobile networks, and what that means for you.Also, a recap of last weekend's Extra Life effort, and new details on how Internet Service Providers are taking advantage of a world without Net N

29: Trump vs Google

Aug 30th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin looks at President Trump's claims that Google is skewing search results against conservative news sites, and tests that theory. Also, a reminder of Darrin's annual Extra Life effort to raise money for Children's

28: Verizon vs Firefighters, nVidia vs your Wallet, and Facebook vs Fake News

Aug 23rd, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin talks about a situation that saw Verizon Wireless throttle much-needed cellular data that firefighters were using to fight a California wildfire, and how this could be related to recent Net Neutrality developments.Also, Face

27: Charly Butcher, gills for humans, and the disappearing legacy of video games

Aug 17th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin takes a moment to remember a colleague we lost too soon. Also, someone designed a set of wearable "gills" that will let you breathe underwater, and Nintendo's bringing down the hammer on emulation, which might actually

26: And the Oscar goes to... an actually good movie

Aug 9th, 2018 28m 50s

This week, Darrin talks about the changes to the Academy Awards, how Ford is helping turn their employees into cyborgs, and why you're pronouncing "NES" wrong. Tune in every Saturday at 4pm on WOWO, 1190AM/107.5FM!

25: Interview: Laura Buckner, Riley Children's Foundation

Aug 2nd, 2018 28m 50s

This week we talk about the annual Extra Life event, which sees gamers raise money for Children's Miracle Network hospitals nationwide.To support Darrin's fundraising effort, click here.For more information about Extra Life, click h

24: Video games as an olympic sport?

Jul 27th, 2018 28m 50s

Plus, how mutated tomatoes might be a good thing, and commentary on whether Google really did violate antitrust rules with its Android operating system.

23: How genealogy tech helps solve crimes

Jul 18th, 2018 28m 50s

The arrest earlier this week of a Grabill man for a 30-year cold case has led to more attention being paid to DNA and genealogical research. Darrin tries to break down how it works, and why some are urging caution in using such methods. Hear