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Before You Buy (Audio)
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Before You Buy is a product reviews show on the TWiT Network. TWiT staff get together to test out the latest gadgets--everything from phones to cameras--to help consumers make wise buying decisions. You've got to watch... Before You Buy!
Although the show is no longer in production, you can enjoy episodes from the TWiT Archives.
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BYB 204: iPad Pro, Pixel C - Apple Pencil, Mini-Drone Roundup
Dec 18, 201500:51:13Tap to summarizeReviews of the iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil, the Scanadu Scout: a scanner to read your vital signs on your smartphone, Google's Pixel C Android tablet, a mini-drone roundup with the Parrot Airborne Cargo MiniDrone, Parrot Hydrofoil MiniDrone - Orak, Swann Xtreem QuadForce 720p Video Drone, Axis Aerius, the Axis Turbo X, and a first look at the Fizzics Beer System. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Megan Morrone, Greg Burnett, Bryan Burnett, Brian Chee, Leo Laporte, Carly Perkins, and Tony Wang Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: audiblepodcast.com/beforeyoubuy RING.COM/beforeyoubuy
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BYB 203: OnePlus X, Dremel 3D Idea Builder - Asus ZenWatch 2, Makeblock mDrawBot
Dec 12, 201500:48:34Tap to summarizeReviews of the Asus ZenWatch 2 smartwatch, the OnePlus X Android smartphone, Dremel 3D Idea Builder 3D printer, and first looks at the Petzi Treat Cam and the Makeblock mDrawbot Kit. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Jason Howell, Carly Perkins, and Myriam Joire Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: RING.COM/beforeyoubuy automatic.com/twit - promo code: TWIT20
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BYB 202: Ricoh Theta S, Sonos Play 5 - Logitech Create Keyboard Case for iPad Pro, Audio-Technica MSR7
Dec 5, 201500:48:54Tap to summarizeReviews of the Ricoh Theta S 360° camera, Logitech Create Keyboard Case for iPad Pro, Sonos Play:5 Wi-Fi speaker, grow herbs and vegetables any time of year with the AeroGarden, and Padre's Christmas gift sampler with the Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7BK headphones and the Parrot Jumping Sumo minidrone. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Leo Laporte, Myriam Joire, and Megan Morrone Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: beforeyoubuy.ting.com ifixit.com/twit - promo code: BEFOREYOUBUY
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BYB 201: Apple TV, LG V10 - Bellabeat Leaf, Master Lock Bluetooth Padlocks, Peri Duo
Nov 21, 201500:43:08Tap to summarizeReviews of the new Apple TV (4th generation), Bellabeat Leaf health tracker, LG V10 Android smartphone, Master Lock Bluetooth Padlocks, and a first look at the Peri Duo an iPhone charging case with bluetooth and Wi-Fi speakers. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Megan Morrone, Carly Perkins, and Myriam Joire Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to Cachefly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: RING.COM/beforeyoubuy ifixit.com/twit - promo code: BEFOREYOUBUY
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BYB 200: iPad Pro First Look, Microsoft Band 2 - HTC One M9+, Asus MB168B+ USB Monitor
Nov 14, 201500:45:45Tap to summarizeA first look at the iPad Pro, and TP-Link Archer C3200, reviews of the Microsoft Band 2, HTC One M9+ smartphone and the Asus MB168B+ USB Monitor. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Leo Laporte, Megan Morrone, and Myriam Joire Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: automatic.com/twit - promo code: TWIT20 RING.COM/beforeyoubuy
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BYB 199: HTC One A9, Maverix Urban Spirit Electric Skateboard - Mionix Castor Gaming Mouse, Bobine Watch Apple Watch Charging Stand
Nov 6, 201500:44:05Tap to summarizeReviews of the HTC One A9 Android smartphone,Maverix USA Urban Spirit Electric Skateboard, Mionix Castor Gaming Mouse, the Bobine Watch Apple Watch charger, and a padlock that uses your phone to unlock from Master Lock. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Myriam Joire, Mike Elgan, Bryan Burnett, and Megan Morrone Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: RING.COM/beforeyoubuy beforeyoubuy.ting.com
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BYB 198: Nexus 6P, Microsoft Band and Surface Book - Nexus 6P, Martian Watches, Microsoft Band, Surface Book.
Oct 31, 201500:47:08Tap to summarizeNexus 6P, Martian Watches, Microsoft Band, Surface Book, and SlimPort Nano Console. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Leo Laporte, Jason Howell, and Megan Morrone Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: ifixit.com/twit - promo code: BEFOREYOUBUY RING.COM/beforeyoubuy
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BYB 197: Nexus 5X, Chromecast - TP-Link AV500 Powerline Network Adapter, Skreens, Microsoft Device Night
Oct 24, 201500:56:25Tap to summarizeReviews of the Nexus 5X smartphone, TP-Link AV500 Powerline Network Adapter, The new Chromecast, a first look at the Surface Pro 4, Lumia 950, Lumia 950 XL and the Surface Book, and we talk with the inventor of Kickstarter project Skreens. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Myriam Joire, Leo Laporte, and Jason Howell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: RING.COM/beforeyoubuy ifixit.com/twit - promo code: BEFOREYOUBUY
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BYB 196: Asus Chromebook Flip C100, Shure Motiv MV88 iOS Microphone - Magellan MiVue 658 HD Dashcam, Mattel View-Master
Oct 17, 201500:48:26Tap to summarizeReviews of the Magellan MiVue 658 HD Dashcam, Shure Motiv MV88 iOS Digital Condenser Microphone, Mattel View-Master, Asus Chromebook Flip C100 and a first look at the Zeiss VR One headset. Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Mike Elgan, Leo Laporte, Jason Howell, and Megan Morrone Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: audiblepodcast.com/beforeyoubuy RING.COM/beforeyoubuy
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BYB 195: Moto 360, ActiveOn CX Camera - Onion Omega, Griffin Apple Watch Cases, Slimport Nano-Console
Oct 10, 201500:38:58Tap to summarizeReviews of the Moto 360 (2015) smartwatch, ActiveOn CX action camera, Griffin Ultra Thin and Survivor Tactical cases for the Apple Watch, and first looks at the Onion Omega: a platform for the Internet of Things, and the SlimPort Nano-Console which "turns your smartphone into a smart TV." Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Guests: Myriam Joire, Aaron Newcomb, Leo Laporte, Bryan Burnett, and Megan Morrone Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/before-you-buy. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsors: RING.COM/beforeyoubuy ifixit.com/twit - promo code: BEFOREYOUBUY
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