Andy Baryer

Technology and Digital Lifestyle Editor HandyAndy Media
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Blog by Andy Baryer

Back to school - Tech on a budget
With rising inflation, parents are expecting to spend 10% less per child on back to school shopping. Here's some back to school tech on a budget.
04.09.23 05:42 AM - Comment(s)
Aventon Aventure 2 eBike review
I'm reviewing an electric mountain bike, the Aventon Aventure 2. It feels like cheating, but boy is this fun.
22.08.23 05:09 AM - Comment(s)
Back to school desk makeover
Back to school is the perfect time for a desk makeover. Watch as I add some new products from Kensington to my office desk setup.
14.08.23 12:48 AM - Comment(s)
The big changes happening in social media
I joined guest host Amy Bell on BC Today to discuss the big changes happening in social media
07.07.23 11:29 PM - Comment(s)
Meta takes on Twitter with the launch of Threads
Meta has unveiled ‘Threads', Instagram's text-based conversation app. I chat with Global News Morning about whether it has what it takes to take on Twitter.
07.07.23 11:23 PM - Comment(s)
B.C. company warns Instagram users after account hacked for ransom
Instagram hacks for ransom are on the rise. I shared my thoughts on a GlobalBC News segment.
14.06.23 12:00 AM - Comment(s)
EU wants a label on AI-generated content
The European Union is urging big tech companies to put a label on AI-generated content in an effort to fight disinformation. I discusses that and more on GlobalBC Morning News
07.06.23 11:23 PM - Comment(s)
Handy Andy's Digital Spring Cleaning Checklist
Spring cleaning isn't just limited to your living space. Here's how to do a spring cleaning for your digital life.
19.05.23 10:05 PM - Comment(s)
Self-watering garden update May 8th
Update on the new vegetable pergola I built with a self-watering system.
09.05.23 04:51 AM - Comment(s)
Zoho launches Privacy-Centered Web Browser, Ulaa 
Zoho has released a privacy centered web browser called Ulla to take on Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge
09.05.23 04:07 AM - Comment(s)
CBC Interview - Do we need more short term rental regulation?; Privacy and security when it comes to security cameras
A shocking story that happened at an Airbnb. Guests finding hidden cameras aimed at showers. I'm interviewed by the CBC to discuss from my perspective as a Airbnb Super Host.
09.05.23 03:58 AM - Comment(s)
Self-watering garden featured on CityNews Vancouver
My self-watering garden was featured on CityNews Vancouver
09.05.23 03:48 AM - Comment(s)
Vitamix FoodCycler Review
This gadget says it can turn kitchen scraps into fertilizer for your garden. Too good to be true? I had to find out.
18.04.23 05:28 AM - Comment(s)
Alexa Smart Properties comes to Canada
Alexa Smart Properties brings Alexa into hotel rooms. This service recently launched in Canada, and I got to be one of the first to experience it.
05.04.23 11:46 PM - Comment(s)
Man vs Mouse - Round 2
The mouse has returned. I caught footage of the mouse in my kitchen. Now I have to find out how it's getting into my house. Round 2 of Man vs Mouse
28.02.23 12:18 AM - Comment(s)
Canada launches a federal investigation into TikTok
Should TikTok be banned in Canada? We are about to find out with a new federal investigation.
24.02.23 03:50 AM - Comment(s)
How to replace a Dyson Vacuum Battery
If your Dyson Vacuum doesn't hold a charge anymore, you can fix it. Here's how.
07.02.23 05:02 AM - Comment(s)
A gadget to turn food scraps into fertilizer 
Turn food scrap waste into organic fertilizer for your garden with this kitchen gadget
24.01.23 05:57 AM - Comment(s)
Rise Smart Indoor Vertical Garden
With rising food prices, is it time we grew food at home? I take a look at the Rise Indoor Smart Garden
17.01.23 06:56 AM - Comment(s)
Yu-mn Smart Jump Rope Review
The Yu-mn Smart Jump Rope tracks workouts in an app to help you stay motivated. I put it to the test and I was very surprised by the results.
13.01.23 04:43 AM - Comment(s)

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