Ask Dave Taylor
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Techie, teacher, board gamer, YouTuber, writer, dad. I drive lots of cars and see lots of movies when I'm not exploring my beautiful home state of Colorado. I also ❤️ cats, dogs and half-baked humans. ➕ soccer ➕ fantasy football ➕ books.
In one of the lead stories in today's Boulder Colorado Daily Camera newspaper, I offer up my thoughts regarding how AI can foster curiosity in a classroom. What's your take on this subject? www.dailycamera.com/2026/02/01/d... #teaching #ai #pedagogy
Dave Taylor: How to foster creativity with an AI chatbot?
Instead of having a weighty list of restrictions, what I suggest teachers explore is ways that chatbots can be used to foster curiosity in students.
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February 1, 2026 at 2:01 PM
In one of the lead stories in today's Boulder Colorado Daily Camera newspaper, I offer up my thoughts regarding how AI can foster curiosity in a classroom. What's your take on this subject? www.dailycamera.com/2026/02/01/d... #teaching #ai #pedagogy
Soccer fans!! Want to add every single FIFA World Cup 2026 soccer match and football fixture to your existing digital calendar? You can! Here's how for both Mac and Windows PC systems: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-add-f... #worldcup #calendar #outlook #FIFAWorldCup
January 31, 2026 at 10:56 PM
Soccer fans!! Want to add every single FIFA World Cup 2026 soccer match and football fixture to your existing digital calendar? You can! Here's how for both Mac and Windows PC systems: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-add-f... #worldcup #calendar #outlook #FIFAWorldCup
Your Mac warns you that the wifi Internet connection is an "unsecured network". Is it safe to use? How do you mitigate any potential risk? Here's the full scoop: www.askdavetaylor.com/safe-to-use-... #security #macos #wifi
January 30, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Your Mac warns you that the wifi Internet connection is an "unsecured network". Is it safe to use? How do you mitigate any potential risk? Here's the full scoop: www.askdavetaylor.com/safe-to-use-... #security #macos #wifi
Arctic weather, meet the 2025 Toyota Tundra SR5 TRD Rally 4x4! It was really the perfect week for me to have this vehicle loaner, as I explain in my latest vehicle review: planetdave.com/2026/01/surp...
#toyota #tundra #trucks #auto
#toyota #tundra #trucks #auto
January 28, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Arctic weather, meet the 2025 Toyota Tundra SR5 TRD Rally 4x4! It was really the perfect week for me to have this vehicle loaner, as I explain in my latest vehicle review: planetdave.com/2026/01/surp...
#toyota #tundra #trucks #auto
#toyota #tundra #trucks #auto
By default, your Android device - especially tablets! - can lower display brightness when rotated. Disconcerting. But not a bug! Here's how to fine-tune the experience on your tablet for best results: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-have-... #android #tablets
January 28, 2026 at 6:58 PM
By default, your Android device - especially tablets! - can lower display brightness when rotated. Disconcerting. But not a bug! Here's how to fine-tune the experience on your tablet for best results: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-have-... #android #tablets
Stuck with a Security Update that's failing every time you try to install it on your Windows 11 PC? It's a widespread problem for PC owners. Here's what's going on and how to keep your PC safe in the meantime... www.askdavetaylor.com/windows-11-s... #windows #win11 #security
January 27, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Stuck with a Security Update that's failing every time you try to install it on your Windows 11 PC? It's a widespread problem for PC owners. Here's what's going on and how to keep your PC safe in the meantime... www.askdavetaylor.com/windows-11-s... #windows #win11 #security
Film Break! Caught the 1979 French thriller "I... comme Icare" (I... am Icarus) and, wow! A potent re-examination of the JFK assassination, I was on the edge of my seat. Here's my spoiler-free review. If you can find this film, watch it! planetdave.com/2026/01/film... #film #movies
January 26, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Film Break! Caught the 1979 French thriller "I... comme Icare" (I... am Icarus) and, wow! A potent re-examination of the JFK assassination, I was on the edge of my seat. Here's my spoiler-free review. If you can find this film, watch it! planetdave.com/2026/01/film... #film #movies
The Weather app on Samsung Galaxy phones is nice, but its list of outdoor activities is probably NOT what you enjoy. Here's how to update those activities to what you prefer: www.askdavetaylor.com/change-the-s... #weather #activity #samsung #oneui
January 26, 2026 at 5:46 PM
The Weather app on Samsung Galaxy phones is nice, but its list of outdoor activities is probably NOT what you enjoy. Here's how to update those activities to what you prefer: www.askdavetaylor.com/change-the-s... #weather #activity #samsung #oneui
Just joining the complex Apple Card ecosystem? It's smart to learn how to move your money around, including funding your Apple Cash. Here's a primer that explains how everything interrelates and how to maximize your rewards: www.askdavetaylor.com/transfer-mon... #applecard #applecash #banking
January 24, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Just joining the complex Apple Card ecosystem? It's smart to learn how to move your money around, including funding your Apple Cash. Here's a primer that explains how everything interrelates and how to maximize your rewards: www.askdavetaylor.com/transfer-mon... #applecard #applecash #banking
If you're still trying to craft the perfect prompt for your favorite generative AI chatbot, you're doing it all wrong. Here's how to properly work with generative AI to get the best results and also have the most fun: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-foste... #copilot #perplexity #ai #genai
January 23, 2026 at 11:22 PM
If you're still trying to craft the perfect prompt for your favorite generative AI chatbot, you're doing it all wrong. Here's how to properly work with generative AI to get the best results and also have the most fun: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-foste... #copilot #perplexity #ai #genai
The MusiBaby Portable Bluetooth Speaker costs less than a burger and fries at your local bar, but does it sound good? I checked out two - a stereo pair - and found them middling, but typical for their very budget price: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQS-... #musibaby #speakers #bluetooth #budget
January 23, 2026 at 6:52 PM
The MusiBaby Portable Bluetooth Speaker costs less than a burger and fries at your local bar, but does it sound good? I checked out two - a stereo pair - and found them middling, but typical for their very budget price: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQS-... #musibaby #speakers #bluetooth #budget
There's a lot to like about the modern Genesis auto design, but with its own infotainment system, it's not so easy to unpair a smartphone. Here's how to do it, step-by-step: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-genes... #cars #auto #genesis
January 22, 2026 at 5:40 PM
There's a lot to like about the modern Genesis auto design, but with its own infotainment system, it's not so easy to unpair a smartphone. Here's how to do it, step-by-step: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-genes... #cars #auto #genesis
Mac folk! Apple Maps on a Mac system is quite capable of amazing search and mapping feats, but you do have to pay attention to the nuances. Here's how to do 'near my destination search' that actually works... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-searc... #mac #macos #maps #applemaps
January 21, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Mac folk! Apple Maps on a Mac system is quite capable of amazing search and mapping feats, but you do have to pay attention to the nuances. Here's how to do 'near my destination search' that actually works... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-searc... #mac #macos #maps #applemaps
Genesis is the luxury brand of Hyundai, and it's been delivering great cars for a decade. I drove the 2026 GV70 Sport Prestige AWD for a week and found lots to like, along with a few quirks... Here's my write-up: planetdave.com/2026/01/2026...
#cars #auto #genesis
#cars #auto #genesis
January 21, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Genesis is the luxury brand of Hyundai, and it's been delivering great cars for a decade. I drove the 2026 GV70 Sport Prestige AWD for a week and found lots to like, along with a few quirks... Here's my write-up: planetdave.com/2026/01/2026...
#cars #auto #genesis
#cars #auto #genesis
I review the Plaud NotePin Wearable AI Note Taker device and find that there's a lot to like with this smart little gizmo. It's particularly helpful for meetings and lectures, as I demonstrate in this detailed video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNTB... #ai #aiWearable #plaud
DEMO + REVIEW: Plaud NotePin Wearable AI Note Taker Device
YouTube video by Dave Taylor
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January 20, 2026 at 8:30 PM
I review the Plaud NotePin Wearable AI Note Taker device and find that there's a lot to like with this smart little gizmo. It's particularly helpful for meetings and lectures, as I demonstrate in this detailed video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNTB... #ai #aiWearable #plaud
Hey PC owners! Hold on for a second! Before you consign all of the vendor-specific utilities on your Windows PC to the "useless bloatware" folder, you should check 'em out. Like Lenovo Smart Key! Here's the scoop... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-set-u... #windows #win11 #lenovo
January 20, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Hey PC owners! Hold on for a second! Before you consign all of the vendor-specific utilities on your Windows PC to the "useless bloatware" folder, you should check 'em out. Like Lenovo Smart Key! Here's the scoop... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-set-u... #windows #win11 #lenovo
Longmont entrepreneurs! Tomorrow morning is another in-person meeting of the Longmont Open Coffee Club, and you're invited. It's perfect for doers and dreamers, with a friendly, open conversation. Learn more and RSVP at www.meetup.com/startup-long... #meetups #networking #longmont #startups
Longmont Open Coffee Club - MORNING COFFEE!, Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 8:00 AM | Meetup
Open Coffee Club, aka **Longmont Startup Club**, is a place for entrepreneurs to have meaningful discussions with like-minded folk. Our goal is to help you grow both busine
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January 19, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Longmont entrepreneurs! Tomorrow morning is another in-person meeting of the Longmont Open Coffee Club, and you're invited. It's perfect for doers and dreamers, with a friendly, open conversation. Learn more and RSVP at www.meetup.com/startup-long... #meetups #networking #longmont #startups
Ready to take on the challenge of slaying vampires and other villains as Ham Helsing? You'll have friends, but beware, it can be tricky! Here's my review of the lively board game "Ham Helsing"... planetdave.com/2026/01/game... #games #boardgames #hamhelsing #dracula
January 19, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Ready to take on the challenge of slaying vampires and other villains as Ham Helsing? You'll have friends, but beware, it can be tricky! Here's my review of the lively board game "Ham Helsing"... planetdave.com/2026/01/game... #games #boardgames #hamhelsing #dracula
Wish you could hear everything around you, whether you're at a noisy restaurant or just watching TV at home? I check out the Cearvol Nano OTC Hearing Aids in various locations and find it's a great way to turn up the volume. My review: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsRt... #hearingloss #hearingaids
Turn Up Your World with the Cearvol Nano OTC Hearing Aids - DEMO & REVIEW
YouTube video by Dave Taylor
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January 17, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Wish you could hear everything around you, whether you're at a noisy restaurant or just watching TV at home? I check out the Cearvol Nano OTC Hearing Aids in various locations and find it's a great way to turn up the volume. My review: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsRt... #hearingloss #hearingaids
Are you concerned that you might have an unknown tracking device like an Apple AirTag tucked into your car or luggage? It's possible, unfortunately. The good news is that your Android phone can help you find it. Here's how: www.askdavetaylor.com/check-for-un... #android #privacy #trackers
January 17, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Are you concerned that you might have an unknown tracking device like an Apple AirTag tucked into your car or luggage? It's possible, unfortunately. The good news is that your Android phone can help you find it. Here's how: www.askdavetaylor.com/check-for-un... #android #privacy #trackers
Mac users! Chrome & Edge both allow you to search favorite sites directly from the Address bar. Safari does too, but it works differently. Here's the full scoop for Mac folks so you can enjoy an easy productivity boost too: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-creat... #macos #safari
January 16, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Mac users! Chrome & Edge both allow you to search favorite sites directly from the Address bar. Safari does too, but it works differently. Here's the full scoop for Mac folks so you can enjoy an easy productivity boost too: www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-creat... #macos #safari
Does your Samsung Galaxy S phone seem to have lost most of its battery capacity? It might be the apps you have or your configuration. Here's how to test your battery health and the easiest changes to maximize battery life... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-exten... #phone @samsungmobileus.bsky.social
January 15, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Does your Samsung Galaxy S phone seem to have lost most of its battery capacity? It might be the apps you have or your configuration. Here's how to test your battery health and the easiest changes to maximize battery life... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-exten... #phone @samsungmobileus.bsky.social
With its amazing features and capabilities, I'm not exaggerating when I call the bObsweep MAXIM Robot Vacuum & Mop the "Ferrari of robot vacuum cleaners". Watch my video to see why it offers a clean that other devices just promise: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD2u... #cleaning #robots #bobsweep
Maximum Clean with the bObsweep MAXIM Robot Vacuum and Mop - DEMO + REVIEW
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January 15, 2026 at 1:27 AM
With its amazing features and capabilities, I'm not exaggerating when I call the bObsweep MAXIM Robot Vacuum & Mop the "Ferrari of robot vacuum cleaners". Watch my video to see why it offers a clean that other devices just promise: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD2u... #cleaning #robots #bobsweep
Ever downloaded a file or video, then been unable to actually find it on your PC afterwards? This is surprisingly common! Here's what often happens, how to recognize the Win11 quirk, and how to fix it forever... www.askdavetaylor.com/where-are-al... #windows
January 13, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Ever downloaded a file or video, then been unable to actually find it on your PC afterwards? This is surprisingly common! Here's what often happens, how to recognize the Win11 quirk, and how to fix it forever... www.askdavetaylor.com/where-are-al... #windows
Whether you just joined WhatsApp or have been using it for years, it's a smart idea to enable two-step verification. Here's how, step by step, and why it's not as good as 2-factor authentication, but better than nothing... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-enabl...
#whatsapp
January 12, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Whether you just joined WhatsApp or have been using it for years, it's a smart idea to enable two-step verification. Here's how, step by step, and why it's not as good as 2-factor authentication, but better than nothing... www.askdavetaylor.com/how-to-enabl...
#whatsapp