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I’m Jim and I tend to blog about a whole bunch of things from the latest tech developments and smart home stuff and discuss the newest gear on the market for event production and a fun rant here or there.
We Went Car Shopping
If you remember, we’ve been on the lookout for a new car, and for a couple of very good reasons. Our trusty Qashqai, while beloved, has started feeling a bit snug for our growing family. Plus, the maintenance costs have begun to weigh us down. After the recent MOT, the repair list was daunting and…
Live Broadcasting with a twist
Radio Revolution: Tune in to your music, your way! 🎧 Imagine a radio station that plays exactly what you want to hear! No more flipping through channels, no more hoping your favourite song will come on. This isn’t just a dream, it’s a revolutionary idea that could change the way we listen to music forever! Think of…
What would you do with ÂŁ25,000 for your business?
Simply Business: Empowering Dreams with the Business Boost Grant Since 2020, Simply Business has been a beacon of hope for small businesses across the UK, offering nearly ÂŁ100,000 in grants through their Business Boost initiative. This annual competition provides a ÂŁ25,000 grant to one deserving entrepreneur, giving them the financial support needed to kickstart their…
No Budget Theatre lighting Rig
It’s been a few years but one thought still pop in my head from time to time. What upgrades would I make to my old theatre if I had an unlimited budget. Not very useful in real life but a nice fun thought exercise. As this is kind of my ultimate Theatre Lighting Rig I’m…
Redesign my Smart Home with Thread Devices
If you’re new to the world of smart homes, or you’ve delved head first into the rabbit hole, you might have come across terms like “Matter” and “Thread.” These are not just buzzwords; they represent the next big leap in smart home technology. I thought it was a bout time I have a look at…
Middle Things!: Filling the gap left by Blackmagic Design
Before diving into this week’s post, I have to apologize for missing last week’s update. We had an amazing time at Butlins, and although I couldn’t find a moment to write, the kids had a blast, and Blake absolutely loved his first swimming experience! Now, onto something super exciting! Since returning from our mini holiday,…
My Home Lab
In the not-so-distant past of 2022, I penned a piece on the art of configuring CloudFlare Tunnels. Fancy a peek? The post is just a scroll away. Ever since, I’ve been riding the CloudFlare tunnel wave, using it for everything from my home lab shenanigans to getting websites up and running. It’s been quite the…
Creating a Plan for My Home Network Upgrade
I’ve been mulling over giving my home network a facelift for some time. Right before the big move, I snagged a few Ubiquiti Access points that were on their last legs, support-wise. Surprisingly, they’ve been doing a stellar job blanketing the house with Wi-Fi. So, I figured, why not take a plunge into the Ubiquiti…
Blackmagic multi-stage festival setup
The Festival Experience from the comfort of your sofa! This blog post is a part of my Rigging for Events series. If you like it and would like to read more you can find some of my older posts linked below. Several years ago, I was part of a team responsible for the video production…
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