Dan Gaul
Chief Technology Officer
Author/Co-Author of 68 articles
Dan Gaul is the co-founder and Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for Digital Trends Media Group, a Portland, Oregon-based publisher of consumer-targeted websites. In his role, Dan is charged with oversight of tech operations for Digital Trends’ suite of platforms including: Digital Trends (www.http://digitaltrends.com), the popular site for news, information and reviews on personal tech; its Spanish-language companion, DT Español (http://es.digitaltrends.com) and The Manual (http://www.themanual.com/) an aspirational-living site targeted to males.As CTO, Dan is responsible for development for all Digital Trends platforms, SEO (search engine optimization) and research. Along with his business partner and fellow co-founder Ian Bell, the pair launched Digital Trends in 2006 and continued to build and fortify DigitalTrends.com, which currently attracts roughly 25MM visitors per month.
Speaking Engagements:• Dan served as a panelist for Eventbrite’s “eROI Presents Versus: Let the Creative Sparks Fly” in which he discussed controversies faced by today’s creative industry. • Dan will join the Technology Association of Oregon’s LinkedIn Live Portland conference, where he’ll be featured on a panel discussing how to create a brand that attracts talent and how LinkedIn helped build his company from two employees to a staff of 80 professionals. • Dan and Ian Bell lead a workshop at TechFest NW – a Portland area business and networking conference.
Neuros 20GB Backpack Review
The Neuros digital audio player has some innovative features such as a removeable hard drive "backpack" and an FM receiver and transmitter. But "innovative" does not always mean "useful."
How to Record and Play Music from a DVD
Learn how to record music to a DVD disc complete with menus and song titles.
LaCie Blows Out the Jams with New Sound2 Speakers
LaCie partnered with audiophile gear maker Cabasse to make its new high-end, Sound2 Speakers, featuring driver-free USB connectivity and 30 watts of power.
More Exploding iPhones Reported
There have been reports of iPhones exploding or cracking in France, adding to those from Sweden, Holland, and the UK.
“Players Only with Scott Steinberg” Blows the Lid off Casual Games
Technology supersite Digital Trends today announced the availability of episode two of Internet video show “Players Only with Scott Steinberg,” which offers an in-depth look at 2008’s most successful gaming phenomenon: casual games. Produced and created by Digital Trends and available for free download and viewing at http://qa2.www.digitaltrends.com/playersonly, the latest installment in the 10-episode PC […]
Digital Trends Debuts New PC and Video Game Show “Players Only with Scott Steinberg”
Technology supersite Digital Trends, the leading online destination for consumer electronics news, reviews and insights, today announced the debut of new video show “Players Only with Scott Steinberg.” Available for free download and viewing at http://qa2.www.digitaltrends.com/playersonly, the 10-episode program takes viewers behind the velvet rope, introducing them to the one-of-a-kind titles, trends and personalities that […]
Andrew Budkofsky joins Digital Trends to spearhead global sales and partnerships
PORTLAND, ORE – JANUARY 6, 2014 – Today Digital Trends, a leading consumer technology publisher, announces that Andrew Budkofsky has joined as Executive Vice President of Sales and Partnerships effective January 1, 2014. Based out of Digital Trends New York, Budkofsky will lead sales and partnerships for Digital Trends, the Digital Trends Media Network and […]
Internet Broadcasting Selects Digital Trends as Technology Channel Video Provider
Digital Trends, the fast growing online buying guide for the hi-tech lifestyle, today announced a partnership with Internet Broadcasting, the nation’s largest publisher of local news online. The agreement calls for Digital Trends to be the primary provider of technology and consumer electronics video content for the Technology Channels of 60 Internet Broadcasting sites. Internet […]
DigitalTrends.com Acquires Embassy Multimedia Consultants
Digital Trends (www.digitaltrends.com), the leading online destination for consumer electronics and technology news, reviews and insights, today announced its acquisition of premiere videogame industry consulting firm Embassy Multimedia Consultants. The top provider of real-world consulting solutions, brand development/marketing support and strategic advice to game developers, publishers, retailers and distributors worldwide, Embassy services dozens of entertainment […]
Aspect Ratio and Widescreen TVs
Confused by the terminology when shopping for a widescreen TV? Ecoustics has an excellent article explaining everything you know.
Google uses its Street View cars to sniff out gas leaks in US cities
Mindful that Google's Street View cars cover thousands of miles of roads in a methodical and organized way, an environmental agency recently contacted the Web company to suggest fitting the vehicles with sensors to detect potential hazards such as gas leaks.
Trends with Benefits: Cheap VR, 3D-printed teeth, ‘Fire and Forget’ robots
What's the Microsoft Surface Book like in the flesh? Hear it straight from our computing editor. Plus we discuss cheap VR options like Homido, 3D-printed teeth that don't grow bacteria, and some scary-sounding civil-service robots.
Flipping through The Manual: Custom knives, cozy jackets, a collapsible helmet
Burned out on apps, keys and screens? Improve your analog life! Digital Trends’ brother site The Manual exists to give men straight-up advice, from gear to the latest in fashion, food, drink, travel, grooming, and culture.
Netgear RT314 Review
The RT314 is extremely easy to setup and configure. Once setup, you will never have to touch it again. It just works, and it works flawlessly.
Report finds iPhone 4S Internet use fastest on AT&T
A new report from Metrico Wireless finds not all carriers with the iPhone are equal: for heavy data, Verizon is the most reliable, Sprint has the best call quality, and AT&T is the fastest.
Google uses a heap of power, says it’s green
Despite its size, the company is more efficient and cleaner than ever.
Konica Minolta DiMAGE X60
The DiMAGE X60 is a stylish, compact 5 megapixel camera with a 2.5-inch LCD.
Home Theater 2008: Hi-Def Predictions
How did the 2007 forecast go? And what?s on the front burner for 2008?
Web 2.0: Sports Sites Get Social
We take a look at five popular sports sites that incorporate Web 2.0 features and social aspects.
Olive Adds Musica Player to Hi Fi Line Up
New wireless music center device from audiophile focused company houses a 160GB hard drive so users can record and archive CDs.
DigitalTrends.com Names Scott Steinberg Managing Partner
Digital Trends (www.digitaltrends.com), the number one online destination for consumer electronics and technology news, reviews and insights, today announced the appointment of Scott Steinberg as the company’s Managing Partner and Chief Marketing Officer. As managing partner, Steinberg will oversee all business development and marketing initiatives for DigitalTrends.com, with a focus on furthering the company’s core […]
Report: Hulu readies for IPO; takes on competitors
Hulu.com may be preparing to file for an initial public offering which could raise up to $300 million for the emerging video and media giant, Reuters reports.
PayPal records $100,000 in checks deposited via iPhone
PayPal's recently updated check-depositing iPhone application is a huge success with consumers, depositing over $100,000 in checks through the application in its first 36 hours.