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Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice & tech news broadcasts by Fevzi Turkalp on the BBC & elsewhere
Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice & tech news broadcasts by Fevzi Turkalp on the BBC & elsewhere
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss how the rise of AI is causing an increase in the cost of gadgets due to the global demand for ram and storage, and are AI results already being influenced by sponsorship?Gadget of the Week goes toMicrosoft's 365 Premium free for a year for students. Coming with 1tb of online storage and access to Microsoft's top of the range AI, plus a year's access to LinkedIn Premium Career. Ideal for students and those job hunting. Details on how to grab this deal are in the show.Corsair's Galleon 100SD Computer Keyboard with built-in Stream Deck. This high performance mechanical keyboard comes with a built-in 12 button customisable Stream Deck where the number pad would usually reside, featuring a 720x180 pixel display and two rotary dials, this is ideal not just for gamers but anybody looking to automate repetitive tasks. More in the show.You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Clive#Bull#LBC#Radio#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#Data#Centres#Centers#Ram#Memory#Storage#Price#Increase#Global#Nuclear#Power#Water#Production#Shrinkflation#Crucial#Micron#Clutch#Shopping#Research#Bots#ChatGPT#Gemini#Finance#Advertising#GadgetoftheWeek#Microsoft#365#Premium#Year#Free#Student#Offer#1TB#Online#Cloud#LinkedIn#Career#Offer
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins John Beattie on BBC Radio Scotland to discuss the proposed social media ban for under 16s. How would this ban work, can it work, and are there already measures on the books that could be better implemented?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky on @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#Help#Advice#News#John#Beattie#BBC#Radio#Scotland#UK#Under#16#Social#Media#Ban#Legislation#Law#Online#Safety#Act#Government#Parliament#Age
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to talk tech and answer listener questions. On the show; With talk of a social media ban for under 16s, why are they proposing it and how would it be implemented?Listener questions include- How often should you charge a power bank?- What is the best headset to use for dictating via AI?- What is the difference between 3,4, and 5g?- Is Starlink more advanced than other broadband providers?- What to do if a mobile phone isn't of the quality you need or require- Is Duck Duck Go's browser worthwhile using?- What are the best programs or devices for those with sight issues?- How can you convert 8mm and VHS footage to digital?- Converting footage on an SD card to another video formatGadget of the Week goes to;Soundcore'S Work AI Voice Recorder. Around the size of a pound coin, this microphone clips on to clothes, sticks magnetically to the back of your phone, or comes with a cord, with a built in battery offering around 8 hours' recording, or 32 hours with a supplied clip on case. This uses AI to transcribe your conversations to text, differentiating between speakers, and can also translate. With 300 minutes of free transcription a month or a subscription model for those needing more, this could be ideal for those needing to keep a lot of notes from conversations.Elgato's Video Capture. This gadget sits between your 8mm or VHS player and your PC or laptop and converts your footage to digital formats for easy storage or sharing. An excellent way to preserve your precious memories.R0DE's SmartLav+ Smartphone Lavalier Microphone. Fitted with a standard 3.5mm TRRS plug, this clip on microphone is ideal for those requiring high quality audio, such as podcasters or film makers. Supplied with a foam pop shield for extra clarity and a Kevlar reinforced 4ft cable, this microphone is also compatible with R0DE's free iOS and Android Reporter App. Ideal for those looking for high quality recordings whether at home, in the studio, or on the go.R0DE's AI-Micro Ultra Compact Duel Channel Audio Interface. This compact USB interface offers high quality audio recording whether connected to your PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android or more. Compatible with virtually any microphone fitted with a 3.5mm plug, and with a headphone out socket, too, this supports USB-A, USB-C and Lightning cables. Ideal for those wanting excellent sound quality from their recordings.You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @gadgetdetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Clive#Bull#LBC#Radio#Social#Media#Ban#Under#16#UK#Government#Online#Harm#Addiction#Power#Bank#Charge#Anker#ChatGPT#Gemini#Perplexity#Claud#Mobile#Network#3g#4g#5g#Starlink#Broadband#Elon#Musk#Consumer#Rights#Duck#DuckDuck#Browser#Blind#Vision#Sight#Partially#Sighted#Jaws#Apple#iPhone#Google#Android#Accessibility#Windows#Mac#Convert#8mm#VHS#Digital#SD#Card#GadgetoftheWeek#Elgato#Video#Convertor#Soundcore#Work#Microphone#Transcribe#Translate#R0DE#SmartLav#Lavalier#Clip#Smartphone#Micro#Ultra#Duel#Channel#Audio#Interface#Lightning#USB#Headphone
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss whether 2026 could be the year of the humanoid robot. Designed to be helpers around the home are they really advanced enough just yet to be truly useful? While the AI is certainly progressing, have the robotics caught up sufficiently? Plus, being connected online, are they a security risk?Gadget of the Week goes to;Devolo's Magic 2 WiFi 6 Next Wifi Kit. This kit combines both mains wired and wireless connections to create a mesh network around your home or office, improving coverage. With Wifi 6 implementation for extremely fast wireless connections, this kit comes in different packs to suit all needs. Scoring 4.5 out of 5You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Grok#Perplexity#AI#Robot#Home#Helper#Robotics#Vacuum#Cleaner#Security#Safety#Companionship#Counselling#Sex#Chores#Cleaning#Ironing#Future#Servant#Dexterity#iRobot#Skynet#Terminator#GadgetoftheWeek#Devolo#Magic#2#Wifi#6#Mesh#Network#Electric#Circuit#Coverage
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jim Davis on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and answer listener questions. This time;- Why is there not a way for the BBC to monitor how much of their service is used to determine how much license needs paying?Gadgets of the Week go to;Devolo's Magic 2 WiFi 6 Next Wifi Kit. This kit combines both mains wired and wireless connections to create a mesh network around your home or office, improving coverage. With Wifi 6 implementation for extremely fast wireless connections, this kit comes in different packs to suit all needs. Scoring 4.5 out of 5Aqara's Smart Lock U200 Lite. This smart lock allows you to lock and unlock a door remotely using a mobile phone over Wi-Fi or bluetooth, and integrates with your smart home ecosystem to allow use of Alexa, Google or Siri to operate. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the showAqara's G4 Smart Video Doorbell With Chime. This video doorbell offers 24/7 recording to memory card or local NAS storage. With two-way communication and even a voice changing function to allow you to disguise your voice for added security. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show.Plus, hot from the recent CES 2026 in Las Vegas there's;Nebula's X1 Pro 4K Projector. This substantial but portable 4K laser projector offers 7.1.4 surround sound and is capable of throwing an image up to 115 inches at excellent quality. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in the showWithing's Body Scan 2. These hi-tech scales measure 60 different metrics, including hypertension, respiration, heartrate, even ECG and much more using a built in handle, with results being sent to the excellent Withings mobile phone app. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show.You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London every other Thursday just after 1pm and can follow and contact him on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Jim#Davis#BBC#Radio #London#License#Free#Metered#GadgetoftheWeek#Devolo#Magic#2#Wifi#6#Mesh#Network#Electric#Circuit#Coverage#Aqara#Smart#Lock#Lite#U200#Remote#Bluetooth#Timer#Door#Access#G4#Chime#Doorbell#Video#NAS#Storage#Security#Voice#Changer#Anker#Nebula#Pro#4K#Laser#Projector#Portable#Surround#Sound#Fat#Vascular#Heartrate#Respiration#Health#Illness
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC Radio to discuss the latest tech news, including the announcement of ChatGPT Health, a new AI service aiming to help users understand and access health service and advice. Initially available in the US, when will it be available in the UK and should we be cautious of handing it access to our medical records?Plus a look at the latest gadgets showing in Las Vegas at CES 2026, includingSoundcore's Nebula X1 Pro, a triple laser based smart projector capable of producing a 4K cinema quality image and wireless 7.4.1 surround sound.Withings Body Scan 2 scales. These measure around 60 different body metrics, including blood pressure, heartrate, ECG, fat and visceral fat levels, menstrual cycle and much, much more. Ideal for those serious about monitoring their health.Lego's SMART Play system. These interactive Lego bricks have speakers and sensors built in to interact with other Lego products, which expands the already massive fun of Lego.You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Clive#Bull#LBC#Radio#ChatGPT#Health#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#Records#NotebookLM#Privacy#Apps#Data#CES#Las#Vegas#2026#Soundcore#Nebula#X1#Pro#Laser#Projector#4K#Surround#Withings#Body#Scan#2#Scales#Pulse#ECG#Heartrate#Blood#Pressure#Lego#SMART#Brick#Sensors#Speakers#Light#Interactive#Play#Blocks
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Henry Riley on LBC Radio to discuss calls for the UK to block access to Elon Musk's social media platform X, formerly Twitter, after it emerged that the AI, Grok, was being used to create deepfake obscene images, including of children and celebrities. Will X clean up its act or is it time for the government to step in?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Henry#Riley#LBC#Radio#Elon#Musk#X#Grok#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#OFCOM#Pornography#Porn#Sex#Children#Minors#Celebrities#Ban#Access#Block#UK#Government#EU#Legislation#Law#Paedophilia#Padophilia#Twitter#Deepfake#Trump#US##
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Henry Riley on LBC to discuss how Elon Musk's AI, Grok, as available on X, has started being used for producing illegal images, including it being used to undress children and celebrities. What can and should be done about this appalling development? Will this cause an exodus from X, or will it simply entice even more users to the controversial platform?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#LBC#Henry#Riley#X#AI#Grok#Illegal#Images#Pedophilia#Paedophilia#Sex#Nudity#Edit#Adult#Minors#Children#Elon#Musk#Freedom#Speech#Free#Celebritries#Social#Media#Legal#Protection#India#France#OFCOM#US#Regulations#Porn#Pornography#Pornographic#Law#UK
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss the future of AI and what this year could bring. Will we see it increasingly turn from a simple tool to a fully fledged personal assistant?
GadgetoftheWeek goes to;
Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL. This flagship Android smartphone comes with Google's latest Gemini AI built in to streamline use and even improve the already impressive camera.
Eufy's Indoor Cam S350 security camera. This indoor camera contains two cameras, including one with zoom, can pan and tilt and features AI to enhance detection and identify people and pets, and including recognising a baby's cries, making it ideal as a baby monitor. With both memory card storage and optional paid cloud storage, this is an ideal way to improve your home security.
Elgato's Wave Neo microphone. This microphone uses software based voice focused AI to enhance the quality, removing background noise such as typing, air condition, and the reverberation common with many recording situations. Ideal for podcasters and anybody else looking for high quality audio recording. The software is also available separately as a VST plugin.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jim Davis on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. On the show; what's the future of tech with the increasing use of AI?
Gadget of the Week goes to
Google's Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL. Featuring the very latest AI advancements built in to streamline and enhance the user experience, helping with everyday tasks and improving the camera quality. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in the show.
Eufy Indoor Cam S350. This indoor security camera features two lenses and has pan, tilt, and zoom capabilities and features AI to improve detection reliability, identifying people and pets. With a memory card slot and optional paid access to cloud storage, this is an ideal way to improve your security or just keep an eye on things. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in the show.
Withings Body Smart range of scales. These scales are capable of detecting fat, visceral fat, muscle, ECG, respiration and much more, and can even help detect the early signs of illness, all connecting to the excellent Withings app for tracking. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in show
Elgato's Wave Neo microphone. This entry level microphone comes with AI powered software to process your voice live in real-time to reduce extraneous noise such as a keyboard or air conditioning, along with removing reverberation. Ideal for podcasters, musicians, indeed anybody needing high quality audio recording. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in show
You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London every other Thursday just after 1pm and can follow and contact him on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins BBC Radio Wales' Breakfast Show to discuss the future of gadgets and look at some of the best AI powered gadgets already available.
Gadget of the Week goes to
Google's Pixel 10 and 10 Pro which features the very latest AI integration to make using the phone seamless and even improve the the already impressive camera quality
Eufy's Indoor Cam S350. This innovative security camera uses AI to identify people and pets to reduce false alerts, ideal for improving your home security or just for keeping an eye on things.
Withings Body Smart Scales. With the ability to monitor fat, muscle, visceral fat, vascular age, respiration, heartrate these are some seriously smart scales that can even detect if you're showing signs of illness.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Richard Spurr on LBC Radio for a special show dedicated to the impact that AI will have on a lot of people, changing everything from healthcare and teachers to actors and many other professions. With a new survey finding that a vast percentage of the YouTube videos we watch featuring AI, or even entirely created using it, are we sleepwalking into a chimpanzee's nightmare?
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com
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#Virtual
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#Gemini
Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Johnny I'Anson on BBC Radio 5live to discuss the advancements in AI and how their usefulness has to be treated with healthy caution.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and Bluesky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Fiona Sadler on BBC Radio Cumbria and Lancashire to discuss what the world of technology holds in store for next year.
Gadget of the Week goes to;
Perplexity Pro, an AI subscription service which is currently free for a year if you have a PayPal account more than a month old. Listen in for how to get this offer.
Google Pixel Pro 10. This smartphone packs in all the latest AI tech, including using it to offer highly advanced camera capabilities. More details in the show.
Eufy S350 Indoor Security Camera. This dual camera security camera includes a zoom function along with pan and tilt, allowing it to track what it's detection. Along with two way communication and needing no subscription, this is a superb way to improve your home security. More in show.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and Bluesky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Henry Bonsu on Times Radio to discuss what 2025 was like for AI and, more importantly, what 2026 holds in store as the technology advances.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and Bluesky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Henry Riley on LBC Radio to discuss the latest tech and help listeners cope with their new gadgets. Next year looks like being the year of AI with the technology embedded in even more everyday tech.
Gadget of the Week goes to
Goole's Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL Smartphones. With AI built into the phone itself, improving all areas of use, including performing remarkable tricks with the camera.
Apple's Series 11 Watches. With improved battery, OLED screen, and the latest technology inside, this is a seriously capable watch that does way more than tell the time.
Withings ScanWatch 2. This hybrid watch marries an analogue watch face with an inset digital display. With an excellent battery life, needing charging around once a month, this is a great choice for those looking for a stylish watch that also packs in all the functionality of a smart watch.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and Bluesky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC for a Boxing Day Morning special to answer listener questions and look at the latest tech trends and gadgets. On the show; AI becoming increasingly dominant. A look at an AI music generators, Suno and Udio, that shows a lot of promise, along with NotebookLM, which can create podcasts based on any subject you specify.
- Choosing an Apple Watch that can alert emergency services when necessary
- Which medical jobs could AI replace, and could it improve speed of service?
- Connecting an Amazon Alexa device to a new network
- How do you detect when an email is a scam or genuine?
- What is the Singularity in respect to technology?
- Is it possible to repair or easily replace a failing laptop screen?
- What should you do with an aging laptop that doesn't officially support Win 11?
- Why would a browser block access to a specific website?
- What screen reading and dictation applications are there for the visually impaired?
- Can you keep your digital landline number if moving to another area?
- What is the best AI for mathematics?
Gadgets of the Week go to;
Perplexity is offering a free year's access to their excellent Pro AI service for those who have been with PayPal for more than a month.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC Radio to answer listeners' questions and look at the latest tech new and bring some ideas for Christmas. In the news over 7000 Equity actors have said they will refuse to cooperate with the creation of AI representations of them. Bowing to pressure, TikTok agrees to sell the US part of their company and the Trump administration bans regulations on the AI industry.
Questions answered include;
- How and where to securely back up important data so you don't lose it
- Is it a good idea to buy a second hand Apple computer?
- Why are TV services removing the ability to record the shows we watch?
- Is it safe to still be using Windows XP and, if not, what to do?
- What will happen with older phones when 3G services are closed down?
- Buying a large smart TV with a recording function
- What will replace Bluetooth technology?
- Buying a new iPhone, what to look for
- Choosing the best smart thermostat for the home
Gadget of the Week goes to
Elgato Video Capture. This handy little gadget sits between your DVD, VCR, camcorder, or other analogue device and your computer or tablet's USB socket and allows you to easily transfer all those precious old memories to digital format for safe keeping. An ideal way to ensure you don't lose them, or share them with others online.
Perplexity Pro AI. If you have PayPal at least 30 days old you can get a year's free access to this excellent service, worth around $200
The Anker Zolo Power Bank. This 10,000mAh power bank can charge devices at up to 30watts, making it ideal to quick charge your devices on the go. Capable of charging two devices at once it features a braided USB-C cable built in and a USB-A socket, and with a numerical display showing charge remaining. A very handy gadget to have around.
You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com
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#Actors
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#Dropbox
#Apple
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to bring all the new tech news and review the best picks for Christmas gadget gift ideas. On the show; what are the techy trends this year? Plus how to get a year's free access to Perplexity Pro AI if you're a PayPal customer.
Gadget of the Week goes to
The Anker Zolo Power Bank. This power bank packs a 10,000mAh capacity, capable of recharging an iPhone twice, and incorporates a braided USB-C cable which doubles as a handle, along with a USB-A socket and remaining charge display. With 30watt charging this is ideal for quickly topping up your devices on the go. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in show.
Withings Sleep Analyzer. This matt sits under your mattress and monitors your sleep to detect the quality of sleep, heart-rate, even signs of sleep apnoea and more. An ideal way to monitor your health or as a gift so others can. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in show.
Elgato Video Capture. This handy little gadget sits between your DVD, VCR, camcorder, or other analogue device and your computer or tablet's USB socket and allows you to easily transfer all those precious old memories to digital format for safe keeping. An ideal way to ensure you don't lose them, or share them with others online. Scoring 4 out of 5, more details in show.
Kioxia Portable SSD. This external SSD may be tiny but it packs in a lot of storage space, from .5tb up to 2tb, and connects via fast USB, allowing you to easily increase the capacity of your computer or tablet. Another ideal way to ensure you've backed up all those important files, or just give yourself more room to install apps. Scoring 4 out of 5, listen in for more.
You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London every other Thursday just after 1pm and follow and contact him on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @gadgetdetective.com
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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Fiona Sadler on BBC Radio Lancashire and Cumbria to discuss three picks of the best Christmas gadget gifts, and how to get the best value.
Gadget of the Week goes to;
The Anker Zolo Power Bank. This 10,000mAh power bank can charge devices at up to 30watts, making it ideal to quick charge your devices on the go. Capable of charging two devices at once it features a braided USB-C cable built in and a USB-A socket, and with a numerical display showing charge remaining. A very handy gadget to have around.
The Anker Soundcore Motion Boom. This stereo bluetooth speaker is rechargeable and can last up to 24 hours on a charge, it also operates as a portable power bank for your gadgets. With titanium drivers for excellent sound quality this speaker is even IPX7 waterproof, and can float if dropped in water. With the ability to to adjust the sound to accommodate different people's hearing, this is a great portable speaker.
The Withings Body Smart scales. These scales can recognise and store up to eight users' records. Capable of measuring body weight, how much is muscle, fat, and visceral fat, and can link to smart phones via wifi. A great way to track your post Christmas weight loss goals.
You can contact and follow the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @gadgetdetective.com
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