4 chapters across the catalog
Adam Curry reviews the new Roadcaster Pro 2 audio interface from Australian manufacturer Rode. He compares it to the original Roadcaster Pro and cheaper alternatives, noting significant improvements in configurability and busing systems. Despite liking the hardware design and the inclusion of Aphex processing like the Big Bottom and Aural Exciter, he expresses difficulty in dialing in the perfect sound profile.
A review of the Tascam MixCast 4 reveals significant engineering flaws despite its sleek form factor. The device lacks a headphone monitor for the final compressed output signal, forcing users to record without hearing their actual levels. Additionally, the eight programmable jingle buttons are restricted to single memory banks when using multi-track recording mode, a limitation compared to the Rodecaster Pro.
John McAfee on iPhone Encryption, Hardware Hacking
John McAfee appeared on RT with Ed Schultz to explain how the FBI could bypass iPhone security without Apple's help. McAfee claims that a hardware engineer could de-cap the chip, copy the memory, and use a disassembler to find the passcode in approximately half an hour.
Ultimate Podcaster Device, Universal Audio Collaboration
The development of an "Ultimate Podcaster" hardware device has been delayed in favor of finding a more professional, high-quality solution. The goal is to collaborate with companies like Universal Audio to create a pre-configured package for modern Macintosh laptops. This approach is deemed more practical than selling custom hardware, which involves significant logistical challenges.
