Scripts
Technology / Science
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Martin Lloyd is taking us for a journey back in time, to follow the evolution of one of closest technological friends... the mobile phone. It’s come a long way since the eighties. Remember when those huge bricks were the latest thing? Now, phones can fit in the palm of your hand and they take pictures, surf the internet and play music. What’s more, they’ve become indispensable to our everyday life - how did we ever live without them? (30)
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VCRS – DV, DVD, VCD, CDROM, VHS, 4 Head, 6 Head, Long Play – what does it all mean? How can you figure out what you need to make your lounge room complete? Well, we’re about to make some sense out of it all, and whether you need a simple video player, or a full blown home entertainment system, I’m sure you’ll find it in this next segment. (20)
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What is it about guys and gadgets? They just love anything small and electronic, the more complicated the better. I was at a meeting the other day, and two of the guys were complete strangers, but as soon as they noticed that each had the same palm pilot, they were like best buddies. They spent half an hour comparing, complimenting, cursing. So... how do the girls get in on the action... check these girly gadgets out. (30)
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Are you out of step with science? Are the latest buzz words and go gadgets just passing you by? When we come back, we’ll have our science and technology pop quiz and find out whether you’re a technowhiz, or a technophobe.
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Astronomers around the world are alive with excitement this week as comet Weller passes by our solar system. But its not just for those with gigantic telescopes. As we’re about to find out, even the home astronomer can get onto the tail of this one.
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In Home Science this week, we’ll find out how to extend the life of your batteries, what to do about annoying television interference, and how to make your own water indicator for your indoor plants.
7
Don’t throw out those old circuit boards! You may think they’re useless, but we’ve got a few extra uses for them which may make you change your mind.
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You can’t argue with a scientist who wears a bow tie. Or can you…?
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So, as we always say – may the electromagnetic force be with you!