Microsoft's Surface Go, a 2-in-1 detachable tablet laptop, was a marvel of power and portability but it doesn't meet the system requirements needed to run Windows 11. But what about the latest Ubuntu release? Rich shares his experience buying a used Surface Go cheap and getting it work with Ubuntu Linux including support for the Surface Go's stylus pen and eraser. Can Linux make an old machine new again?

Starring Sarah Lane and Richard Stroffolino

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Highlights

Surface Go (1st Generation)

- Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y

- 8GB RAM

- 128GB SSD

- I would not recommend the base model with 4GB RAM and 64GB eMMC storage

- Price new $399

- Price used at Goodwill: $80

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Using DSLR or mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras or MILC is popular way for streamers and YouTubers to up the video quality of their content. Dan Campos shares his experience using Sony's A6400 as a webcam and as a field video camera and shares some things you need to know before you buy one for yourself.

Starring Sarah Lane, Dan Campos

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Highlights:

- 23.5 x 15.6 mm APS-C CMOS sensor

- Real-time eye auto focus, and real-time tracking.

- Sony E Lens Mount

- Sensor Resolution: 25 Megapixels (24.2 mpx effective, 6000x4000)

- No image stabilization

- Internal video recording in AVCHD and XAVC S up to UHD 4K (60 fps). Slow and Quick Mode allows recording in HD at speeds between 1-120 frames per second.

- 180 degrees tilting 3" screen

- 1 Micro HDMI output

- 1 3.5 mm TRS stereo microphone input

- 1 Micro USB input (power and data)

- 1 NP-FW50 rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1080 mAH battery.

- Single slot for SD/SDHD/SDXC/ Memory Stick Duo Hybrid. No internal storage.

- Body only: $898 USD

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Want to stay comfortable without cranking your AC or furnace? Allison Sheridan reviews Dyson's bladeless desk fan and Ororo's heated vest. Personal climate control that keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter while slashing your energy bills.

Starring Sarah Lane and Allison Sheridan.

Show Notes Here.

Highlights:

Ororo SureWarm® Women's 7-Zone Dual-Control Classic Pro Heated Vest

Heating Performance:

- Seven(7) heating zones: upper body (left & right shoulders, neck, left & right mid-back), left & right hand pockets.

- Dual-control system allows separate adjustment of upper body and pocket heating.

- Three adjustable heating settings: high, medium, low

Battery Performance:

- 7.4V output for fast preheating

- Fully charges in 2 hours with a 20W USB-C charger (not included)

- Supports faster charging with 24W USB-C power delivery

- Charge your iPhone 15 up to 4 times

- Capacity: 5075 mAh/7.4V/37.5Wh

- Weight: 6.5 oz (185 g)

- Price: $249.99

Dyson Cool tower fan AM07

- Weight - 6.3 lb

- Base diameter with plate - 7.5 in

- Cord length - 6.6 ft

- Total height - 39.6 in

- Price: $399

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