Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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September 25, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1930
Leo got the new Apple Watch Ultra! Do you need antivirus software when using Linux? Is there such a thing as too many Bluetooth devices on a network? Why is your "recent apps" section on your phone filled with active apps after a device restart? Why can't I connect to another Apple computer within macOS Monterey? What's up with MLB on AppleTV+? Why can't I watch TWiT.tv on my Amazon Fire Stick? Plus, chatting with Rod Pyle!
Apple Watch Ultra & AirPods Pro 2.

Do you need antivirus software on a Linux platform?

What are some smart security system options for a remote location?

Is there such a thing as too many Bluetooth devices on a network?

Can you get Bluetooth interference if you have metal rods in your legs?

Why is my "recent apps" section on my phone filled with active apps after I restart it?

Accessing encrypted data with a backup program on Windows.

Is there anything comparable to the eero mesh router system?

Why can't I connect to another Apple computer within macOS Monterey?

Why are my emails from AOL mail in Apple's Mail client only showing the last six months of emails?

An issue with MLB on Apple TV+ from a caller.

Rod Pyle and NASA's DART spacecraft.

Can I watch TWiT.tv content on an Amazon Fire Stick?

Host: Leo Laporte

Guest: Rod Pyle

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2 hr 28 min
September 24, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1929
Sorting out spam texts. Fixing WiFi connection issues with a Pixel 6 Pro. Updating to a new MacBook for photo editing. Troubleshooting AutoCAD remote use. Determining the most important specs for a laptop upgrade. Syncing videos and photos from an iPhone to an iMac. Converting an old Windows PC to a Linux PC. Troubleshooting MSN News on the iPad mini. Fixing WiFi connectivity issues with an Android phone. Plus, conversations with Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick Debartolo.
Made by Google launch event announcement

Microsoft announces a Surface event for October 12th - The Verge

Received message "Your Messenger verification code is G-XXXXXX" but I didn't require a code - Google Account Community

Mobile Fidelity's Digital Vinyl Debacle: Are your records really analog? | Audioholics

MoFi Faces Fraud Lawsuit for Selling Vinyl Reissues as "Purely Analog" While Using Digital Masters | Pitchfork

AVS Forum

MacBook Air with M2 chip - Apple

F.D.A. Warning on NyQuil Chicken Alerts Many to Existence of NyQuil Chicken - The New York Times

Google has yet another 'heated' all-hands grilling CEO Sundar Pichai over spending cuts. He replies workers 'shouldn't always equate fun with money' | Fortune

TechTV - Wikipedia

AutoCAD Software | Get Prices & Buy Official AutoCAD 2023 | Autodesk

Johnny Jet | Simplify your Travel

JT Genter on Twitter: "I'd definitely be the guy at 1:07" / Twitter

Max Tracker Hurricane WPLG on the App Store

ABBA The Concert | Hollywood Bowl

No, There's No 'Ghost In The Machine' On Board American Airlines Aircraft - View from the Wing

Use AirDrop on your Mac - Apple Support

iMazing | iPhone, iPad & iPod Manager for Mac & PC

Pop!_OS by System76

Downie - YouTube Video Downloader for macOS - Charlie Monroe Software

Google Play adds app download preferences to save your data - CNET

Tech Guy Labs | Giz Wiz Biz

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Mikah Sargent, Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick DeBartolo

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2 hr 38 min
September 18, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1928
Why are a caller's Wyze cameras calling the cops randomly? Affordable laptops for a trucker on the go? Why is my printer not connecting to my network? Is Starlink better than a cellular network, such as T-Mobile, for wireless coverage? What is Cellular at Sea? How do you extract footage from a miniDV tape? Plus, conversations with Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle!
The Ethereum merge: from proof-of-work to a proof-of-stake.

A caller's Wyze cameras are calling the cops randomly. What could be causing that to happen?

Sam Abuelsamid and his ride in the Cruise driverless cars.

Cheap laptop suggestions for on-the-road usage.

The sale of Figma to Adobe for $20 billion.

Apple iOS 16.0.1 update.

Why is my printer not connecting to my network?

Chris Marquardt and getting kids excited about photography.

Should I use Starlink over T-Mobile / AT&T cellular networks for wireless coverage?

The passing of Lowry Mays, founder of Clear Channel Communications.

What is Cellular at Sea, and how does it work?

Apple's Internet Sharing.

Rod Pyle and the next Artemis 1 launch attempt & NASA's work with SpaceX

Bluetooth Helmets for biking?

How to extract footage from miniDV tapes?

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle

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2 hr 32 min
September 03, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1923
Playing back H.264 video from a security camera recording system. Determining the authenticity of password breach emails. Backing up text messages from a hacked phone. Reinstalling Windows 10 on a factory-restored PC. A review of Anker's new Soundcore Space A40 headphones. Finding a screen recorder to capture video and audio on a Mac. Teaching Python coding through the use of drones. Finding a laptop with upgradeable RAM. Confirming the rumor that Apple is discontinuing the iPhone mini. Adding copy protection to a video slideshow burned to a DVD. Plus, conversations with Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick Debartolo.
What's Coming at Apple's (AAPL) Sept. 7 Far Out iPhone 14 Event? - Bloomberg

DALL·E 2

Stable Diffusion - a Hugging Face Space by stabilityai

Midjourney

Official download of VLC media player, the best Open Source player - VideoLAN

HTotM - July 2022 Home Theater of the Month Powered by Anthem | AVS Forum

Have I Been Pwned: Check if your email has been compromised in a data breach

Password Manager for Families, Businesses, Teams | 1Password

Recent security activity | Google

#1 Password Manager & Vault App with Single-Sign On & MFA Solutions | LastPass

Bitwarden Open Source Password Manager | Bitwarden

FTC Investigating Amazon Deal to Buy One Medical Network of Health Clinics - WSJ

FTC Scrutinizes Amazon's Planned Acquisitions of One Medical, iRobot | PCMag

Samsung says a data breach revealed some customers' names, birthdays, and more - The Verge

Download Windows 10 Disc Image (ISO File)

HP PCs - Configuring the boot order in the system BIOS | HP® Customer Support

Airline Customer Service Dashboard | US Department of Transportation

Flighty — A new way to track flights

Quordle

Record your screen in QuickTime Player on Mac - Apple Support

Downie - YouTube Video Downloader for macOS - Charlie Monroe Software

Snagit = The Best Screen Capture Software (Free Trial) | TechSmith

The TRi Group - Home

DRAM, Solid State Drive (SSD) & Memory Upgrades | Crucial.com

MSI Gaming Laptops

How to Make a Copy Protected DVD | Techwalla

Jon Lech Johansen - Wikipedia

Tech Guy Labs | Giz Wiz Biz

What the Heck Is It? | Giz Wiz Biz

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Johnny Jet, Scott Wilkinson, and Dick DeBartolo

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2 hr 39 min
August 28, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1922
Apple's event is confirmed for September 7th. LastPass had a security breach: update your passwords! Amazon devices aren't working within a caller's WiFi network. What can you do about your Linux server getting DDoS'd? What to do about a satellite receiver? Syncing smart TVs to your Apple HomePod Mini. What are some mirrorless camera suggestions? Plus, conversations with Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle!
Apple is having its iPhone event on September 7th.

LastPass security breach: change your passwords!

The ashes of Nichelle Nichols is set for deep space.

A caller's Amazon devices are not working with the WiFi network. Could it be an issue with his multiband router?

Sam Abuelsamid and how to perform a hard reset on your electric vehicle (Lucid Air in Sam's case).

Talking about replacing personal vehicles with more public transit & ride-sharing services.

Can I install Linux on my Mac?

What to do about my Linux server getting hit by a denial-of-service attack (DDoS)?

What are the common causes of a blue screen of death (BSOD) on your Windows machine?

Chris Marquardt and the Friendly assignment review.

Using technology to better support those in major metropolitan areas?

Can the iPad do "Smart Albums" like Photos on the Mac?

A caller's satellite receiver is dying. How easy is it to repair it, or does it need to be replaced?

Rod Pyle and his return from the arctic circle & the Artemis 1 launch.

Syncing smart TVs to the Apple HomePod Mini.

What are some suggestions for good mirrorless cameras?

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle

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2 hr 31 min
August 21, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1920
Facebook Metaverse demo receives the meme treatment. Is Linux a secure operating system for online financial activity? How to start recording podcasts with hosts in different locations? What kind of a machine can I get to run an application like AutoCAD that isn't too expensive? Why is my camera system not working with my modem/router combo device? Can you limit an iPad to run one single app? Why is my LastPass desktop application not working all of a sudden? Plus conversations with Sam Abuelsamid about the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT & Rod Pyle calling again from the arctic circle!
A New York Times article about a father being flagged by Google as a criminal.

Mark Zuckerberg's metaverse demo receives the meme treatment.

Sam Abuelsamid and the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT.

Is Linux as an operating system secure enough for online financial activity? How to record podcasts online.

Can a Man in the Middle attack occur between the user & a secure connection like a bank?

Using AutoCAD on Windows or Mac? And how good of a machine do I need to run an application like AutoCAD?

A caller's Wink camera hub is not working with a new modem/router. What's causing the Wink system to not work with the modem/router device?

How to limit an iPad to a single application?

Why is my SmartTV not connecting to my WiFi network?

Why is my iPhone suddenly acting like it's a new phone after the iOS 15 6.1 update?

Why are certain features disappearing from newer, more modern cellphones?

Rod Pyle calls from the arctic circle! He talks about his adventures in the circle the past week.

Why is my desktop LastPass application not working on my Mac? Do I even need the desktop application, or is the browser plug-in more than enough?

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Sam Abuelsamid and Rod Pyle

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2 hr 26 min
August 20, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1919
Troubleshooting WiFi issues on an iPhone 13. Understanding 7-Zip encryption. Setting up files and folders on a new MacBook Pro. Organizing Windows device management. Troubleshooting WiFi access loss after re-installing a Ring doorbell. Buying a new computer to use with AutoCAD. Using Apple's AirPlay 2 technology with a TV connected to a Denon receiver. Finding software to repair corrupted JPG files and corrupted SD cards. Troubleshooting a smart TV's lost WiFi connection. Streaming live concerts from Nugs.net. Plus, conversations with Johnny Jet and Dick Debartolo.
If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't connect to a Wi-Fi network - Apple Support

7-Zip

Advanced Encryption Standard - Wikipedia

Move your content to a new Mac - Apple Support

GRC's | Password Haystacks: How Well Hidden is Your Needle?

GitHub - microsoft/winget-cli: Windows Package Manager CLI (aka winget)

Chocolatey Software | Chocolatey - The package manager for Windows

Ninite - Install or Update Multiple Apps at Once

Nest Wifi - Mesh Router - Google Store

Factory reset Google Nest Wifi or Google Wifi devices - Google Nest Help

Move Over SeatGuru: There's a New Sheriff In Town When It Comes to Seating Charts - Johnny Jet

System requirements for AutoCAD 2022 including Specialized Toolsets | AutoCAD 2022 | Autodesk Knowledge Network

Solution Path Viewer | Autodesk

9 Best AutoCAD Graphics Cards in 2022 (August)

How to use Airplay & what LG TV's support Airplay 2 | LG USA Support

ARC / eARC COMPATIBILITY

File Repair | How to Repair Corrupted File (PST, PDF, Photo, etc.) - EaseUS

Free Memory Card Recovery Software for SD Card Recovery - EaseUS

LG TV- How to reset my LG Smart TV | LG USA Support

Ring's new TV show is a brilliant but ominous viral marketing ploy | MIT Technology Review

Official Website of Tedeschi Trucks Band

Stream Live Music and Concert Downloads from Artists

A Versatile LED Photo/Video Light That Fits In A Shirt Pocket! | Giz Wiz Biz

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Mikah Sargent, Johnny Jet, and Dick DeBartolo

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2 hr 17 min
August 14, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1918
Google fines over $40M for misleading settings for data collection. Why Android Auto isn't working with older Android phones anymore. Microphone suggestions for smartphones. Suggestions for gaming laptops on a budget. Getting comfortable with pro-level cameras. How can I bypass hard drive passwords? Are there general concerns with TikTok? Plus, conversations with Sam Abuelsamid and Rod Pyle!
A breakthrough in nuclear fusion energy.

Google is fined a little over $40M for misleading data collection settings.

NASA is sending an iPad with Alexa to the moon!

Issues with Android Auto & older Android phones.

Sam Abuelsamid & the GM OnStar mandatory subscription for 2023 models.

Microphones for smartphones.

Why is the HDR toggle missing on Windows 10?

Some information about calling 911 from a caller.

Gaming laptops on a budget.

Volume issues in Windows.

Getting comfortable with pro-level cameras.

Bypassing set hard drive passwords.

Rod Pyle is calling in from the Arctic Circle yet again! He talks about how things are going for him during his expedition in the arctic.

Should I use a provided modem by my internet provider, or should I get my own modem to connect to the internet?

Are there concerns with TikTok?

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Sam Abuelsamid and Rod Pyle

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2 hr 30 min
August 13, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1917
Recovering data from a corrupted SD card. Regaining access to a hacked Yahoo email address. Finding a digital camera in the range of $500 to $600. Publishing video on Instagram. Picking the right Linux laptop. Updating Windows 7 to the latest supported version. Understanding the difference between QLED and OLED. Using the Tor browser on a flash drive connected to a Linux laptop. Troubleshooting a Tracphone Android phone that won't connect to the internet over cellular. Plus, conversations with Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick Debartolo.
Left-Handers Day, August 13th - Official Site #lefthandersday

"Wrong number" text message scams are surging

Microsoft urges Windows users to run patch for DogWalk zero-day exploit | Computerworld

Dev Null - Wikipedia

Free Memory Card Recovery Software for SD Card Recovery - EaseUS

Download Recuva | Recover deleted files, free!

2022 Laser TV Showdown | Ultra Short Throw Projector Shootout Winner

Cinema in Your Living Room and Office - Formovie Global

Recover Yahoo account: password, with & without phone number

Yahoo Mail - Account Recovery

Fastmail | We Respect Your Privacy & Put You in Control

T90 - Canon Camera Museum

Pixel 6a - Google Store

Videos | Instagram Help Center

Poseidon AmphibWorks | StartEngine

Johnny Jet | Simplify your Travel

Amazon.com: Battery Tender Plus 12V Battery Charger and Maintainer

Framework | Introducing the new and upgraded Framework Laptop

System76 - Linux Laptops, Desktops, and Servers

Linux Workstations, Laptops, and Desktops | Dell USA

Best Linux Laptops And Computers For 2022 | Ubuntu Laptop | Lenovo US

Home - Linux Mint

Microsoft Update Catalog

The Last Windows 7 ISO You'll Ever Need: How to Slipstream the Convenience Rollup

QLED vs. OLED TVs: Which TV Technology Is Better in 2022? - CNET

What Is Full-Array Local Dimming?

Tor Project | How to install Tor

Solved: Samsung Galaxy A51 unable to use Mobile Data on Tr... - Samsung Community - 1805554

Switch between 2G/3G/4G - Samsung Android - Android 5.0 - Device Guides

Hammacher Schlemmer - The Unexpected Gifts -Hammacher Schlemmer

Tech Guy Labs | Giz Wiz Biz

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Mikah Sargent, Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick DeBartolo

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2 hr 38 min
August 07, 2022Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1916
Gadget planned obsolescence and e-waste, apps for writing books, how to play PC games on Mac, streaming home movies to friends and family, problems connecting modems to routers, customizable keyboards on Android, 2023 solar eclipse in the US, smart speaker recommendations, and more of your calls. Plus, conversations with Sam Abuelsamid about EV tax credits, Chris Marquardt on OpenAI's DALL·E 2, and Rod Pyle with NASA's Haughton-Mars Project.
Citing danger of 'ink spills' Epson programs end of life for some printers

Electronics are built with death dates. Let's not keep them a secret.

Bill Gates: We're on the Verge of a Remarkable Moment for Congress and the Country

French Scientist's Photo of 'Distant Star' Was Actually Chorizo

How to play Stray and other PC games on Mac

Sam Abuelsamid talks about EV tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act

Microsoft Word alternatives for writing books and novels

'Cancel Culture' and social media

How to stream and share home videos

Chris Marquardt shows off OpenAI's DALL·E 2, an AI system that can create realistic images and art from a description in natural language.

Problems connecting CenturyLink fiber modem to a home router

Android keyboard apps and custom keyboard layouts

2023's solar eclipse in the United States

Rod Pyle calls in from the Arctic Circle to talk about NASA's Haughton-Mars Project

Smart speaker suggestions for the home theater

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle

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2 hr 28 min

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