Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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Hands-On Tech (Audio) episodes

December 10, 2023ATTG 2004: Stringy Floppy - Apple Families, Google Accounts, Firefox
How can I allow someone on my Apple family account to make their own individual Apple purchases? Why am I not receiving any messages when correctly submitting my information to retrieve my Google account? Some last-minute gift suggestions from Leo & Mikah. Plus, Scott Wilkinson talks about the variety of online streaming TV options, and Sam Abuelsamid stops by to talk about Ample & its proposed car battery-swapping technology.
Apple responds to the Beeper iMessage saga.

Actors recorded videos for 'Vladimir.' It turned into Russian propaganda.

Google's Gemini looks remarkable, but it's still behind OpenAI.

Why am I not receiving a message from Google when I correctly enter my information to recover my Google account?

The casualties of the Podcasting bloodbath.

Scott Wilkinson and the streaming TV options.

How you can keep someone on your Apple family account while allowing them to make their own Apple purchases.

What are my best buying options for buying a MacBook in Brazil?

What USB Fingerprint reader should I purchase for my Windows machine?

Some last-minute gift recommendations from Leo & Mikah.

Sam Abuelsamid, crash safety tests, and Ample's car battery swapping technology.

What's going on with my Firefox browser?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Scott Wilkinson and Sam Abuelsamid

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2 hr 30 min
December 03, 2023ATTG 2003: Beware the Cannibal Solar Storm - Focus Mode, Apple Podcasts, eero Routers
Why might you still be getting notifications when using Apple's Focus mode? Can you call your iPhone from your Apple Watch if the watch has a cellular connection? Plus, Rod Pyle joins us to talk about a "cannibal" solar storm, and Johnny Jet breaks some news that Alaska Airlines is buying Hawaiian Airlines!
When I have Focus Mode turned on between my Mac, iPhone, and iPad, why do I still get notifications when an email comes in?

My RAW photos are out of focus when viewing them in Apple Photos. Has Apple made a fix for this yet?

What's a good replacement device for Apple's AirPort Express to relay audio for two sets of speakers in different rooms?

When using my new M3 MacBook Pro, why is my RAM usage so high when I believe I'm not using applications that would use so much RAM?

A caller calls in to share a suggestion to hooking up Bluetooth headphones to your TV.

Why aren't my podcasts being removed in Apple Podcasts after playing them?

Is there a way to reset the iOS keyboard default key mapping?

Is there a way to call your own iPhone from my Apple Watch if it has a cellular connection?

Rod Pyle and the "Cannibal" solar storm.

Why am I never getting a notification when getting a call or a text message?

Why is my eero not maintaining its LAN connection when my ISP goes down?

Why do my Apple Watch notifications persist when I clear them on my other Apple devices?

Johnny Jet and Alaska Airlines are buying Hawaiian Airlines.

What can I use to toggle two different computers on one keyboard/mouse setup?

Host: Mikah Sargent

Guests: Rod Pyle and Johnny Jet

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2 hr 41 min
November 26, 2023ATTG 2002: Therapy May Help - Cyber Monday, Dick DeBartolo, Apple's Finder
How you can track and get the best deals for Cyber Monday and "Black November" overall. What can you do about using an older version of a browser that a bank no longer supports? Plus, Dick DeBartolo stops by to share a fun and weird coin bank for kids and a magnetic shelf to help with storage!
Mikah shares some tools & guides for tracking Black November deals.

What happened with my iPhone after updating it to iOS 17.1.1?

Why are my podcasts on my Apple Watch not staying in sync with my iPhone?

Why can't my iPhone connect online after installing an app?

Is it worth upgrading from an iPhone 12 to iPhone 15 currently?

Should I be worried about one of my apps switching to a different language while running an iOS Beta on my phone

Dick DeBartolo and the coin bank for kids!

What are my options for trying to do my online banking on an older browser that can't update since I am running an older OS on my MacBook Air?

Can you record the boot sequence on a computer? If so, how can you do that?

How can I move my edited photos from my iPad to my Windows PC?

When moving files within Apple's Finder, how can you prevent those files from being placed in random locations?

Should I have a secondary network setup within my home to connect my IoT devices to it?

Should I return my M2 Max MacBook Pro that I just purchased for an M3 Max version?

Host: Mikah Sargent

Guest: Dick DeBartolo

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2 hr 14 min
November 19, 2023ATTG 2001: The Definition of Dapper - Sam Altman, iMessage, SpaceX Starship
Mikah Sargent is running solo today as Leo Laporte is out this week! OpenAI has had an interesting past few days as Sam Altman was out at OpenAI but is suddenly in talks to rejoin the company. Can you use an older iPhone just for the iMessage app? And is it worth purchasing your own modem & router rather than renting one from your ISP provider?
OpenAI board in discussions with Sam Altman to return as CEO.

Apple announces that RCS support is coming to iPhone next year.

Is there a possibility of a new printer standard in the future?

What are some computer monitors that are great for extended periods of use?

Is it viable to use an older iPhone just for iMessage?

Can I set up a shortcut for my smart lights to let me know when they turn on?

Rod Pyle and SpaceX's Starship 11/18 launch.

Is there 32-bit software that can run Windows on an older Mac Mini?

I have my iCloud account synced to my personal and work iPhones. How can I keep my work content out of my iCloud?

Should I have my own modem and router, especially for my smart home devices?

How can I manage the number of spam calls that I receive?

Chris Marquardt and the Shiny assignment review.

How can you record a livestream?

Host: Mikah Sargent

Guests: Rod Pyle and Chris Marquardt

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2 hr 25 min
November 12, 2023ATTG 2000: What Ever Happened to Saran Wrap? - Rolls Royce EV, iMac Contacts Sync, M3 Max MacBook Pro
Sam Abuelsamid stops by to talk about the Rolls Royce EV vehicle, Spectre. Why are my contacts on my iPhone not syncing correctly with my Mac? And Leo's new M3 Max MacBook Pro arrived, and he shares his review and thoughts on the device.
OpenAI's developer day - what was announced.

The Humane AI Pin is a bizarre cross between Google Glass and a pager.

Your car can keep collecting your data after a judge dismissed a privacy lawsuit.

Is it worth holding onto my iPhone 13 Mini as a possible collector's item down the road?

What's the better MacBook Pro upgrade?

Sam Abuelsamid and the Rolls Royce Spectre EV vehicle.

How can I get my contacts to sync on my Mac and have their names appear rather than just their phone number?

Leo reviews the M3 Max MacBook Pro.

How can I set up a phone so that a user can't easily make changes to it?

Is there a way for me to share photos with family members & have them leave comments on the photos?

How can I position my mesh WiFi system to eliminate dead spots in my home?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Sam Abuelsamid

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2 hr 33 min
November 05, 2023ATTG 1999: He's So Fluffy I Could Die! - Black Friday TV Deals, Ad Blockers, Chrome Lacros
Scott Wilkinson joins the show to share some great TVs to look at for the month of November for some potential deals. How can you access those iTunes songs you purchased on your Apple device all those years ago and play them on your Android device? Plus, Johnny Jet talks about the busiest travel time of the year!
Apple unveils M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, the most advanced chips for a personal computer.

How Microsoft is making a mess of the news after replacing staff with AI.

What's the best way to back up my data?

Scott Wilkinson and TVs to look at for some potential deals during the month of November.

Why can't I use my purchased ringtones after updating to iOS 17?

How can I play my purchased iTunes songs on my Android phone?

What are some recommendations for an adblocker?

Johnny Jet and busiest travel time of the year.

Should I be concerned about security if I'm using an end-of-life Chromebook with Lacros?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Scott Wilkinson and Johnny Jet

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2 hr 21 min
October 29, 2023ATTG 1998: The Best Tail in the Biz - Apple's 'Spooky Fast' Event, Voicemail Transcriptions, Roblox Tutoring
Apple has a "spooky fast" event coming up on October 30th. Remember to join Leo & Mikah for their coverage of the event @ 5pm Pacific! What are some ways to stop video ads from automatically playing while using cellular data? And are there tutors for learning a program such as Roblox?
X launches two new subscriptions to boost your replies.

HackerOne paid ethical hackers over $300 million in bug bounties.

Tens of millions now work in the $250 billion 'Creator Economy".

Apple sends out gift boxes with AirPods Max and 'Sweet and Spooky' snacks to promote Mac event.

Should I have a dedicated 2.4GHz router for my smart devices?

Why does a company need complete access to my Google Calendar for me to access their calendar?

How can I stop video ads from playing while using cellular data?

Can I transcribe voicemails to text?

Is there a way to force the iPhone 15 to shoot at 24MP?

How can I control the kind of information companies have on me?

Why is my Samsung monitor turning off and on constantly?

Since Windows ended the free Windows 7 / 8 upgrade to 10, could they end the Windows 10 to 11 upgrade soon?

Are there services out there to teach someone how to use Roblox?

Is there an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) that will work under extreme cold temperatures?

How can I download specific podcast episodes from a series at once?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

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2 hr 27 min
October 22, 2023ATTG 1997: Enjoy the B.S. - CarPlay Navigation, iPhone 15 Cameras, eCamm
It's Dick DeBartolo's 78th birthday! No wonder Leo and Mikah are dressed up for the occasion. How can you show your iPad and iPhone on your screen? It's software that Mikah uses on iOS Today! And how can I get my remote control to work constantly, rather than only after... cooling it down in a refrigerator?
Apple's iMacs and MacBook Pros are in short supply ahead of planned launch at end of month.

eero Plus update may block podcasts.

We'll be covering the Snapdragon Summit event on Tuesday, October 24th at 12:00pm PST!

A caller has some suggestions about setting a fixed route for your GPS.

Can you turn off CarPlay's Auto Navigation feature?

Why is my phone not starting up?

How easy is it to host a podcast nowadays?

Dick DeBartolo joins us to celebrate his 78th birthday with great gadgets!

What's going on with my remote? Why can I only use it after cooling it down in the refrigerator?

Is there an application like Mylio (A TWiT advertiser) for Linux?

A viewer wonders about Leo and Mikah's opinion on the iPhone 15 cameras.

How can you get ChatGPT on your phone?

What software or hardware can I use to show my iPad and iPhone in a recording?

A suggestion of a laptop for those more sensitive to LED lighting.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Dick DeBartolo

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2 hr 22 min
October 15, 2023ATTG 1996: It's a Towel Warmer - GPS Routing, Error 431, IoT Security
Can I force my Maps application to keep the same route without modifying it? Why am I receiving an error 431 when visiting a webpage on my browser? And Rod Pyle talks about the recent eclipse, and Chris Marquardt joins us to review the prolonged photo assignment review of "Adorable"!
The satellites of the future are heading to space right now.

Leo shows off the Pixel 8 Pro phone he just recently got.

NFL Sunday Ticket draws about 1.3 million fans to YouTube.

Can I swap in a new drive into my Plex server setup when it's been backed up with a copy of my old drive used on the server?

How can I keep the same route on my GPS application without having Google Maps change it?

Rod Pyle and the Annular Solar Eclipse.

How often should I update my phone? Should I be concerned with my phone's security when traveling overseas?

What's the difference between cybersecurity and privacy?

Chris Marquardt and the Photo Assignment review of "Adorable."

What is "Error 431", and why am I getting it on a specific browser?

Why are livestreams not playing on my Samsung Smart TV?

Should I use a separate network for my security cameras, lights, and other smart home accessories for the best IoT security?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Rod Pyle and Chris Marquardt

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2 hr 34 min
October 08, 2023ATTG 1995: Acknowledging the Sneeze - Microsoft CoPilot, Fast Charging, Safari Profiles
What's the easiest way to record how-to videos on your computer? Why are some people receiving notes on their EV vehicles at charging stations? And Mikah demos a new feature introduced in the latest version of Apple's Safari browser: Safari Profiles!
Zoom is launching its own Google Docs competitor.

Americans have lost billions in Social Media scams.

Did Elon Musk endorse Biden, come out as transgender, and die of suicide?

What software can I use to create how-to videos easily? And what service can I use to send texts to my customers?

Will Microsoft CoPilot have access to my hard drive on my computer?

Sam Abuelsamid and EV fast charging... passive-aggressive notes?

What are some recommendations for a USB-C hub?

Does clicking the unsubscribe button in emails let the sender know that an email is an active account?

Is it worth setting up a separate modem & ISP for my home studio setup?

Is a MacBook Air good enough for doing coding and data science work on it?

Mikah Sargent demos the new profiles feature on the Safari browser as he answers a question about Safari profiles and if it works with separate bookmarks and passwords.

Will adding someone to your contacts list in Gmail help not to put them under the spam filter in Gmail?

How can I get old voicemails and text messages off a deceased person's iPhone?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Sam Abuelsamid

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2 hr 15 min

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