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 hardware.

Bryan de Zayas from NZXT explains why starting a build with the case, cooling, and power supply sets the foundation for everything that follows. Instead of chasing a graphics card first, the conversation focuses on airflow design, cable management, power headroom, and engineering choices that support both gaming and creative workloads.

Bryan walks through NZXT’s design philosophy, showing how clean, minimalist cases are the result of careful internal engineering. The discussion highlights how cable routing and internal layout improve airflow, thermals, and overall system reliability, not just aesthetics.

The episode also covers common mistakes builders make when choosing power supplies and cooling systems, especially underestimating future upgrades. Bryan shares practical advice on wattage planning, fan placement, system positioning, and ongoing maintenance to keep performance consistent over time.

The conversation wraps with the official NZXT hardware selected for the build: the H9 Flow RGB+ case, Kraken Elite RGB 360mm cooler, and a 1200-watt power supply. Beyond hardware, the episode highlights the personal side of PC building, focusing on creativity, family connection, and how gaming can support social development.

Chapters
0:00 – Introducing the PC build series
1:03 – What this build is designed to achieve
1:53 – Why NZXT is a strong foundation for a build
3:18 – Why starting with the case, cooling, and power matters
4:44 – Common power supply and cooling mistakes
6:39 – Minimalist design and hidden engineering
8:12 – Gaming, creator builds, and design trends
9:52 – Cooling, airflow, and system reliability
11:39 – Where your PC sits and why placement matters
13:38 – NZXT hardware selected for the build
14:53 – Why this project matters beyond the hardware

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NZXT: https://www.nzxt.com
NZXT H9 Flow Case: https://nzxt.com/collection/h9
NZXT Kraken Elite: https://nzxt.com/collection/kraken
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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 troubleshooting tool into a global enterprise mobility platform used by 17,000 customers across 180 countries. Joel Matthew, Manager of Product Management at SOTI, explains how the company helps organizations manage, secure, and extract real value from their mobile technology investments.

The discussion covers the evolution of mobile device management, moving beyond basic lockdown and restriction toward outcomes that improve productivity, security, and return on investment. Joel breaks down how different industries balance security and usability, from healthcare and government to retail and logistics.

Marc and Joel also explore real-time intelligence and why data-driven visibility matters for frontline operations. Joel explains how SOTI tools help organizations monitor device health, usage, and performance to support better decisions and stronger KPIs.

A major focus is SOTI Sync and the announcements made at the event, including Stella AI, SOTI’s new AI-powered assistant. Joel explains how natural language queries simplify complex enterprise workflows, reduce time spent navigating tools, and help IT teams focus on higher-impact work.

The conversation wraps with a deep dive into Lockdown Reimagined on the SOTI ONE platform. Joel explains how lockdown has evolved from simple restriction to a fully customized, role-based device experience, including branded home screens, NFC-based identity access, and rich usage data that helps organizations understand how devices are actually being used.

Chapters
0:00 – Introduction and guest setup
1:12 – What SOTI does and who they serve
2:05 – The origins of enterprise mobility management
3:16 – Balancing security and usability for workers
6:00 – What sets SOTI apart from standard MDM tools
8:26 – Sharing best practices across industries
10:06 – Real-time intelligence and operational insight
12:01 – Security, zero trust, and productivity trade-offs
13:15 – SOTI Sync and AI announcements
13:24 – Stella AI and natural language workflows
15:01 – Where organizations should start with AI
17:24 – Lockdown Reimagined on SOTI ONE
21:12 – Measuring success and future of mobility

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Relevant Links
SOTI: https://www.soti.net
SOTI ONE Platform: https://www.soti.net/products/soti-one
SOTI Sync: https://www.soti.net/soti-sync
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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 difficulties, emphasizing the importance of understanding and validating their experiences. Hannah explains how her app and book aim to provide tools and strategies for better time management, organization, and accountability, benefiting not only individuals with ADHD but also their families and professionals working with them.

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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 Strategy for Zoho Workplace, following Zoholics 2025 in Toronto. Workplace has seen significant growth this year, including major enterprise and government deployments across India, LATAM, Europe, and the Middle East. Rakeeb explains how data sovereignty, privacy rules, and local data centers are shaping Zoho’s global expansion and why customers value certainty over where their information lives.

The conversation explores Zoho’s focused approach to AI, including Zia LLM, a business-oriented language model built to work inside Zoho’s ecosystem without training on customer data. Rakeeb outlines how customers use Zia to pull insights across email, chat, files, CRM notes, and voice recordings to prep for meetings and manage workflows.

He also discusses customer demand for interoperability between Zoho and Microsoft Teams, which is critical during long enterprise migrations. Rakeeb reflects on ten years at Zoho, the company’s long-term philosophy, and why AI is about to reshape workplace interfaces across email and chat. He shares what makes Zoholics Canada stand out and why Canadian users are some of Zoho’s most engaged and prepared customers.

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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 Amazon’s assistant. Alexa Plus brings a smarter, more conversational AI that can understand casual speech, take action in the real world, and simplify daily routines without needing a phone.

Allison explains how Alexa Plus can build routines through natural conversation, manage schedules from emails and screenshots, control smart home devices with simple phrases, and help parents keep track of busy households. She also details how the assistant improves accessibility with features like SightWise, which helps identify items and read packaging through the Echo Show camera.

This episode also covers privacy controls built into Alexa Plus, how the wake word triggers listening, device compatibility, early access in Canada, and why the new Echo devices are optimized for the updated experience.

Listeners will hear real examples that show how Alexa Plus can help Canadians stay organized, automate their home, and access information more easily.

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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 production sound mixers, podcasters, and studios can do.

Doc Justice explains how his background as a hip hop DJ and sound mixer on unscripted TV led to creating Halter Technical. Directors and producers kept asking for headphones that didn’t exist, so he built purpose-made tools for production teams who needed accurate dialogue monitoring, proper cable lengths, and hardware that fits real set workflows.

The conversation shifts to WildTrax, Halter Technical’s multi-track recording software that can handle up to 512 tracks. Doc describes why DAWs like Pro Tools didn’t meet the syncing and metadata needs of production teams. WildTrax was designed to stay stable, sync to timecode, label files correctly, and generate reports that make post-production faster.

Doc breaks down what’s new in WildTrax 2026, including pro playback tools, integrated Tentacle Sync detection, MIDI timecode, quick notes, global monitoring, and new licensing. Users can now choose monthly, annual, or lifetime licenses, and the software works with any existing hardware setup.

Marc and Doc discuss stability, podcast workflows, real-world feedback, and the growing community around WildTrax. Doc closes with details on the public beta and the full 2026 launch.

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Halter Technical: https://www.haltertechnical.com

WildTrax: https://www.haltertechnical.com/wildtracks

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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, shares how a motorcycle crash inspired a hands-free panic button that pairs with your smartphone to call 911 and alert contacts when you can’t reach your phone. The product started as a consumer safety device for runners, students, and seniors, then demand shifted during COVID as businesses needed discreet protection for staff entering unknown environments—home healthcare, social services, education, nonprofits, and government.

Kenny explains real-world use cases, from mental-health interventions where responders needed both hands free, to lighter moments (like rescuing someone stuck in a tree house) that show the device’s range. He outlines the tech evolution: improvements in Bluetooth stacks on iOS and Android, Qualcomm chipsets, better mics/speakers, and over-the-air firmware updates for rapid fixes. For organizations, the dashboard shows connection status, triggers parallel alerts (push, SMS, email, phone) to teams while 911 or a monitoring center is contacted, and supports company-wide follow-ups after events.

Design trade-offs matter: keep it sleek and discreet for daily wear while ensuring buttons are deliberate enough to avoid false alarms. Kenny also addresses accessibility and dignity for seniors and people with disabilities, noting plans for a standalone cellular version for environments where phones aren’t allowed. Finally, he clarifies connectivity: 911 calling works without a data plan; location “blips” require Wi-Fi or cellular data.

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Silent Beacon: https://silentbeacon.com

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#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 desktops and DIY builds are surging again.

Windows 10 has been the comfortable default for a decade, but support is ending. Dan Ackerman outlines what changes after October 14: no ongoing feature updates and only limited coverage for users who enroll in Microsoft’s extended service option. He explains why people stuck with Windows 10—stability, habit, and early Windows 11 friction—and how hardware requirements like TPM factored in.

For most systems from the last five to six years, a Windows 11 upgrade should be straightforward. Older machines may struggle, especially laptops, whereas desktops can be refreshed with parts. Dan notes a shift toward desktops for customization, gaming, and local AI—where big GPUs, abundant RAM, and ample storage shine. He also touches on the ESU route as a temporary bridge for consumers and businesses who need more time.

Looking ahead, Dan is excited about next-gen handheld gaming PCs (including a Lenovo Legion Go 2 with OLED and Ryzen “Xtreme Z2”) and broader holiday PC interest. Listeners can find more of his coverage and tools at Micro Center’s sites.

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