Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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Hands-On Tech (Audio) episodes

July 14, 20212021 Volkswagen ID.4 Test Drive - All-New Electric Crossover SUV From Volkswagen
The ID.4 is Volkswagen's first all-electric SUV and built on Volkswagen's MEB electric vehicle architecture. Starting at $39,995, the 2021 ID.4 features a rear-wheel drive 201-hp motor, 82kWh battery, and 250 miles of range;Sam Abuelsamid takes the ID.4 1st Edition model to the streets and shares his thoughts.

Find out more on the Volkswagen ID.4: https://www.vw.com/en/models/id-4.html

Host: Sam Abuelsamid

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45 min
July 07, 2021Canon EOS C70 Review - Great Entry-Level 4K Cinema Camera
The Canon EOS C70 is Canon's first cinema camera to use the RF lens mount of its smaller R series cameras. It features a Super35 dual gain output sensor for capturing 4K video with up to 16+ stops of high dynamic range. Ant Pruitt gives his review.

Ant's Short film in 4K: https://youtu.be/_lKRM8-2G-U

Music by Panfurware https://panfurware.com

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Host: Ant Pruitt

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24 min
June 30, 2021 From Home Offices to Home Studios - WFH Studios
Mikah Sargent and Ant Pruitt showcase their work-from-home studio setups that they've used over the past year to produce their shows on the TWiT network.

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Hosts: Leo Laporte, Mikah Sargent, and Ant Pruitt

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33 min
June 23, 2021Google Pixel Buds A-Series Review - Best Earbuds for Under $100?
Google's new Pixel Buds A-Series looks to keep most of the same great features like the premium sound quality and hands-free Google Assistant seen 2020's Pixel Buds while making it much more affordable at $99 versus last gen's $179. How does Google fair? Jason Howell gives his review.

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Host: Jason Howell

Guests: Ron Richards and Florence Ion

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16 min
June 16, 2021 M1 iPad Pro With Thunderbolt Dock - Best 2021 iPad Pro Accessory?
Mikah Sargent shows what you can do with the 2021 iPad Pro's fast 40Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 port by using the CalDigit TS3 Plus, allowing you to connect a monitor, storage devices, ethernet, headphones, SSDs, and more.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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10 min
June 09, 2021 Acer Swift 5 Review - Acer's Intel Evo Ultraportable Laptop
The Acer Swift 5 is an ultraportable laptop with an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, an Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass touchscreen (and optional antimicrobial solution for the whole device), and verified as an Intel Evo platform notebook design. Ant Pruitt gives his review.

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Host: Ant Pruitt

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11 min
June 02, 2021DIY Google Photos Alternative - How to Switch to a Synology NAS
Google Photos free storage is no more. Jason Howell shows how he moved his Google Photos library from Google server to his own self-hosted server with the Synology DiskStation DS920+.

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Host: Jason Howell

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17 min
May 26, 2021 iPad Pro 12.9" (2021) - M1/XDR/Thunderbolt = Best iPad Ever?
On MacBreak Weekly, Andy Ihnatko, Rene Ritchie, and Alex Lindsay share their initial thoughts on Apple's latest iPad Pro, featuring the M1 chip for next-level performance and Liquid Retina XDR display with Mini LEDs.

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Watch the full episode of the MacBreak Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly/episodes/767

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Rene Ritchie, Andy Ihnatko, and Alex Lindsay

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11 min
May 19, 2021BMPCC 6K Pro Review - The Best Affordable Cinema Camera Yet From Blackmagic Design
Blackmagic Design's latest camera, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro, brings much-appreciated upgrades to the previous BMPCC 6K. With the same Super 35 HDR image sensor with 13 stops of dynamic range, dual native ISO of 25,600, and an EF lens mount, the camera now features a brighter 1,500 nit adjustable HDR touchscreen screen, built-in ND filters, larger battery, plus support for an optional electronic viewfinder. Ant Pruitt gives his review.

6K footage examples: https://youtu.be/OWhKjOQYtg8

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Watch our original BMPCC 6K review: https://twit.tv/hot71

Host: Ant Pruitt

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20 min
May 12, 2021 Hands-On Apple AirTag & AirTag Accessories - Apple's $29 Location Tracker
Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard unbox and take a look at Apple's $29 smart location tracker - Apple AirTag, as well as other AirTag accessories.

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Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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13 min

About Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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Welcome to Hands-On Tech, where host Mikah Sargent turns tech troubles into tech triumphs. Each episode zooms in on a specific theme, unpacking listener questions with expert analysis and easy-to-follow advice. From decoding the latest gadgets to simplifying everyday tech, Mikah's got you covered.

Submit your tech queries through email at [email protected] or via TWiT's social media. You might hear your question answered on air!

Whether you're puzzled by privacy settings or curious about cutting-edge innovations, Hands-On Tech is your weekly dose of tech insight and inspiration. Join Mikah every Sunday to hear the show that turns tech confusion into tech confidence!

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