Thu, 15 Sep 2016 02:00:00 -0600 http://www.katelynearl.com/podcast/526/podcover.jpg http://www.studio526m.com 144 144 http://www.studio526m.com en-us Copyright © 2016 Studio 526m, All rights reserved Studio 526m is a series of rants, raves, and reviews for digitally minded people. In this show, Mike Harper has a variety of segments interviewing industry professionals, reviewing new products and trends, talking about the latest tech news, and more! Hand-coded by Katelyn Earl Rants, raves and reviews for digitally minded people clean @Studio526m Prof. Michael Harper harpermi@my.uvu.edu Tech News, Apple, Android, Microsoft, Google, Utah Valley University, Interaction Design, Product Design, User Experience, Gadgets, Reviews Higher Education Design Technology Thu, 15 Sep 2016 02:00:00 -0600 @Studio526m Mike and Varvara discuss how modular phones and car interfaces relate to adaptive design • Description • Mike and Varvara discuss how modular phones and car interfaces relate to adaptive design • Sponsors • UVU Department of Digital Media UV Radio Club • Show Highlights • 02:00 — Newsstand Microsoft has just announced the release of Windows 10. However, that presents the question, “Why 10?” Many people do not understand the Microsoft’s naming system and the jump from 8.1 to 10. 04:00 — Mobilus Varvara talks modular phones and how they will affect consumers’ experiences when purchasing a smartphone. The concept has many pros and cons such as the flexibility to build a phone with the exact specifications you want/need, but could also break due if the pieces don’t integrate well with one another, or the software. 16:37 — Term•ology Material design is a visual language for users that synthesizes the classic principles of good design and the innovation and possibility of technology and science. 18:04 — Dev-Box Mike discusses the different car interfaces that are being announced/released, but points out that Microsoft has some catching up to do if they want to compete with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. With these new interfaces coming to the market, Mike points out that responsive design and adaptive design are not the same and that the new car interfaces are excellent examples of adaptive design. • Online Resources • Newsstand: https://goo.gl/ePOLKV Mobilus: https://goo.gl/IGQIQn Term•ology: https://goo.gl/Rj8jdm Dev-Box: https://goo.gl/GCGvNi • Social Media • Connect with @Studio526m using Facebook and Twitter or check out our website, Studio526m.com. http://www.katelynearl.com/podcast/526/studio526m_ep006.m4a 37:06 clean Gadgets Design Tech News Tech News, Apple, Android, cellphones, Modular Phones, Microsoft, MacOS 10, Google, UVU, Utah Valley University, Apple News, Design Thu, 8 Sep 2016 10:00:00 -0600 @Studio526m Mike and Jaren review smartwatches, and U2’s free iTunes album as it relates to UX design • Description • Mike and Jaron review smartwatches, and U2’s free iTunes album as it relates to UX design • Sponsors • UVU Department of Digital Media Bluehost Spoke Program • Show Highlights • 01:58-Newsstand Phones aren’t supposed to bend are they? The new iPhone does! Jaron talks about the newly released iPhone 6s and how or if ‘bendgate’ is going to affect consumers decision to purchase Apple’s latest product. 03:46 — In Review After announcing the Apple watch in their keynote session, smartwatches are being talked everywhere, including Studio 526m. Jaron compares the Apple Watch to other smartwatches that are being announced such as the Moto360 and Android Wear, and discusses the changes to UX design that the new technology presents, including features that are or are not practical for a smartwatch. 13:44 — Term•ology Lapability is the ability and measurement as per the ease of use of a device on one's lap. These devices can include laptops and tablets, and can help be defined by asking if they function well and are comfortable when sitting on a user’s lap. 15:04 — Chatter With U2 and Apple announcing that all iTunes users will be receiving the newest U2 album for free, many people are upset that Apple is taking the liberty to “download something onto their device without permission.” However, many people do not understand that although the music appears in their account, they still have to go through the process of downloading the album to their devices. Mike talks about how user experience designers can learn from this situation by asking the question, “Are we being clear in our designs?” and provide options to our audience. • Online Resources • Newsstand: https://goo.gl/X4yJl8 In Review: https://goo.gl/mO7vLZ Term•ology: https://goo.gl/cA8wZ5 • Social Media • Connect with @Studio526m using Facebook and Twitter or check out our website, Studio526m.com. http://www.katelynearl.com/podcast/526/studio526m_ep005.m4a 26:00 clean Gadgets Design Tech News Tech News, Apple, Android, Smartwatches, U2, iTunes, Moto 360, Apple Watch, UVU, Utah Valley University, Apple News, Design Thu, 1 Sep 2016 22:00:00 -0600 @Studio526m Mike interviews Mike Wisland on audio restoration and reviews the best books for designers • Description • Mike interviews Mike Wisland on audio restoration and reviews the best books for designers • Sponsors • UVU Department of Digital Media Bluehost Spoke Program • Show Highlights • 02:16-Newsstand Qualcomm has introduced a new product known as Gimble, which will further engage customers by allowing stores to send notifications about deals and products from their stores, when a person is nearby. 04:00 — Spotlight Mike Harper interviews audio genius Mike Wisland. UVU is one of the few schools in the country that study audio restoration, and “Wiz” explains why knowing how to restore audio from vinyl and cylindrical recordings is so important, and why it will be important for the music and film industries in the future as they access their archives. Wisland explains how it is done, and even provides some examples of the audio he has restored for his Green Album project. 18:19 — Term•ology It is important to understand the difference between the internet and the web. The internet is the cloud of data, and the web is simply a protocol to navigate the web. 20:39 — Readings In this segment, Mike talks about two books that every designer should have in their personal library. He explains why every designer should consult the book “Universal Principles of Design” on a regular basis, because it helps guarantee that there is intention behind a design. Mike also reviews the book, “Color: Messages and Meanings of Pantone Color,” because he requires his students to use it due to the depth in which the author explains individual colors, how they work together, and how they work to a design. • Online Resources • Newsstand: https://goo.gl/PAZJZX Spotlight: https://goo.gl/muFKA8 http://www.katelynearl.com/podcast/526/studio526m_ep004.m4a 31:00 clean Education Music Education Technology Tech News, Audio Restoration, Music Restoration, Color Theory, Cylinder, History, Education Technology, Principles of Design, UVU, Utah Valley University, Books, Design Thu, 25 Aug 2016 05:00:00 -0600 @Studio526m Mike reviews iOS 7’s podcast app and discusses the benefits of airplay in the classroom • Description • Mike reviews iOS 7’s podcast app and discusses the benefits of airplay in the classroom • Sponsors • UVU Department of Digital Media • Show Highlights • 02:12-Newsstand Although Blackberry used to be leading the industry in the concept of a smartphone, they have slowly moved to the back burner with Android and Apple taking over. They are about to update, but with their latest announcement that their CEO is leaving, and a new one is taking over, many question whether or not the company will be able to stay relevant in today’s industry. 04:05 — Mobilus There are many great things about iOS 7. When it comes to the new podcast app however, Mike thinks they could’ve done a better job creating a consistent look, feel, and overall experience across their different devices. He also discusses the removal of podcasting features in the latest GarageBand update. 14:28 — Term•ology Scrolling and swiping are two different actions on touch screens. Scrolling is the action used to move through content on a web page, while swiping is simply a gesture. However, the term “scriping” refers to the action of scrolling through content on a touch screen device using the swipe gesture. 15:59 — In Review There are many different wireless projection and screen mirroring technologies that are being released. Although Google is catching up with Chromecast, Apple’s AirPlay still seems to provide the most seamless experience for users. Mike reviews the technology and explains how it enhances his teaching methods. • Online Resources • Newsstand: https://goo.gl/vysA9q Mobilus: https://goo.gl/eySL8L Term•ology: https://goo.gl/PsO9ZG In Review: https://goo.gl/t6HOv3 http://www.katelynearl.com/podcast/526/studio526m_ep003.m4a 24:25 clean Podcasting Design Education Technology Tech News, Apple, iOS7, Podcast, Apps, Airplay, MacOS 10, Education Technology, UVU, Utah Valley University, Apple News, Design Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:00:00 -0600 @Studio526m Mike Harper discusses Beacon Blazar speakers, and the importance of open device labs. • Description • Mike Harper discusses Beacon Blazar speakers, and the importance of open device labs. • Sponsors • UVU Department of Digital Media Special thanks to Beacon • Show Highlights • 02:06 — Newsstand Microsoft has announced that their CEO, Steve Ballmer, will be leaving the company in the next year. They have recently acquired Nokia, but during his time leading the company, Microsoft has lost over $300 billion. It will be interesting to see what affect this change in leadership will have on the company and the products they put out. 03:57 — In Review Mike reviews the Blazar speakers, by Beacon. He finds that they charge quickly, the Bluetooth connection works well, and the overall sound quality is good. Although they are about the same price as the competition, he determines that they are a great product for for the price, and recommends that students purchase they due to their quality and portability. 11:57 — Term•ology The term CODEC stems from the words compression and decompression. Many people mistake CODECs for file formats, the CODEC is the process that compresses the file, and reads it for playback, while the format is a specification. 14:22 — Dev-Box Mike emphasizes the importance of designers and developers testing their products across different devices and platforms. Although most people cannot afford to purchase all of the devices, open device labs are allowing people to properly test products without spending a lot. Although Mike thinks they will become more common in the future, Mike talks about his efforts to pave the way in Digital Media education, by creating an open device lab for his students and his plans to create another one for all UVU students and other community professionals. http://www.katelynearl.com/podcast/526/studio526m_ep002.m4a 25:00 clean Gadgets Education Technology Tech News Tech News, Development Tools, Design Tools, Responsive Design, Beacon, Blazar, Portable Speakers, Testing, UVU, Utah Valley University, Open Device Labs, Reviews Thu, 11 Aug 2016 03:00:00 -0600 @Studio526m Mike Harper introduces Studio 526m. He also discusses an article about tablet magazines. • Description • Mike Harper introduces Studio 526m. He also discusses an article about tablet magazines. • Sponsors • UVU Department of Digital Media • Show Highlights • 01:45 — Newsstand Big things are coming from Google. With the latest release of the Nexus 5, featuring Android KitKat competing with their own MotoX, as well as talk of car interfaces and no-touch voice commands, they are pushing towards meeting or beating Apple products. 04:23 — Show Introduction Mike Harper takes the opportunity to do a special segment about what students, faculty, and industry professionals can expect from the podcast. He also discusses how Studio 526m came to be and what he hopes to accomplish with the podcast in the future. 12:04 — Term•ology Connected media is mobile fragmented and endlessly malleable technology, or content, that makes everyone a media creator, as well as a consumer. This includes social media posts and Flipboard. Because of this, it is important that we ask ourselves if we are creating connected media when we post to different platforms. 13:32 — Chatter After reading an article arguing that tablet magazines are bound to fail, Mike gets worked up about the relevance and future of magazine apps for tablets. Although the article suggests that they are outdated media products and digital replicas of print magazines, Mike argues that the numbers presented are not realistic. He also reasons that there is no such thing as a digital replica of a magazine, because the presentation and experience are different. http://www.katelynearl.com/podcast/526/studio526m_ep001.m4a 25:00 clean Gadgets Education Tech News Tech News, Podcasting, Google, Connected Media, Gadgets, Mag+, Tablet Magazines, Google, UVU, Utah Valley University, Google News, Immersive Authoring