Hands-On Tech (Video)

Hands-On Tech (Video)

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Hands-On Tech (Video) episodes

  • HOT 272: Robocalls - Stopping Robocallers

    In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Jim asks Mikah how to effectively reduce the overwhelming volume of spam texts and robocalls he's been receiving on his iPhone, and for advice to help his wife with the same issue, who uses Android.

    Send in your questions for Mikah to [email protected], and he'll answer them during the show!

    Host: Mikah Sargent

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      • 17 min
    • HOT 271: Telegram & Security - Is Telegram Secure?

      In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Clint wants to know whether Telegram is truly safe to use or not.

      Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected]

      Host: Mikah Sargent

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        • 21 min
      • HOT 270: Troubleshooting External Storage - Optimizing Your External Drive's Performance

        On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, listener Lenny asks Mikah for advice on how to get the best performance out of an external SSD connected to his MacBook Pro.

        Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected]

        Host: Mikah Sargent

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        • NetSuite.AI/HOT

          • 24 min
        • HOT 269: Windows Home Server - Reviving an Old Windows Home Server

          On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, David asks Mikah whether his old, out-of-service Windows Home Server is worth bringing back online now that he has a fast fiber internet connection, and what the best way to set it up would be.

          Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected]

          Host: Mikah Sargent

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          15 min
        • HOT 268: Laptop Recommendations - The Right Laptop For Your Photography Needs

          In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Robert asks Mikah for help choosing a new Windows laptop suited for heavy photo and video editing work, including guidance on GPU and VRAM requirements for his specific software stack, as well as advice on whether switching to a Mac is a viable option after a disastrous previous migration experience.

          Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected]

          Host: Mikah Sargent

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            • 29 min
          • HOT 267: Wireless Access Points vs. Mesh - Home Network Setup Advice

            On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, George asks Mikah whether he should set up a mesh router system or install multiple wired access points throughout his multi-floor home as he prepares to run ethernet cables.

            Send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected]

            Host: Mikah Sargent

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            Sponsor:

            • Melissa.com/twit

              • 23 min
            • HOT 266: Troubleshooting Android Auto - Fixing Android Auto Issues

              On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, a listener asks why Android Auto has stopped displaying message banners and why voice commands are no longer working across multiple vehicles.

              Send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show to [email protected]!

              Host: Mikah Sargent

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              Sponsor:

              • outsystems.com/twit

                • 18 min
              • HOT 265: Emulating Windows on macOS - Running Windows on Apple Silicon

                In this episode of Hands-On Tech, a listener asks how to properly activate Windows 11 on an Apple Silicon Mac using UTM, and whether there are other virtualization options available now that Boot Camp is no longer supported.

                Continue to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show to [email protected]!

                Host: Mikah Sargent

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                • NetSuite.AI/HOT

                  • 26 min
                • HOT 264: Recovering Deleted Files - Can You Restore Deleted Files?

                  On Hands-On Tech, Mikah helps answer a question from Sheila if its possible to recover a file that has been permanently deleted from her computer.

                  Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected]

                  Host: Mikah Sargent

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                  21 min
                • HOT 263: What Does Siri and Spotlight See When I Search? - Siri and Spotlight Search

                  On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah tackles a listener's privacy concerns about what app developers can see when iOS and Apple Intelligence search through your apps, along with whether it's possible to bulk-manage Siri suggestion settings across all installed apps.

                  Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected]

                  Host: Mikah Sargent

                  Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech

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                  Sponsor:

                  • shopify.com/hot

                    • 20 min

                  About Hands-On Tech (Video)

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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!

                  You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month.