Hands-On Tech (Video)

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  • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1906

    What equipment should I start with to do live video streams? Is it a problem if someone is using my YouTube TV service (knowingly) in a different location constantly? Issues with Adobe Premiere after a Windows 10 update and what could be causing that problem. How to verify an email account with an old phone number? WiFi or ethernet connection for streaming video content? Is there any potential problem accepting random friend requests on Facebook? Plus, conversations with Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, Rod Pyle, and Dick DeBartolo on a rare Sunday appearance.

  • Netflix to add a lower-cost ad-supported tier.
  • Amazon is developing a feature to synthesize a person's voice through short audio clips to put in deceased relatives into your Amazon Echo?
  • Average U.S internet household uses a record average of 6 over-the-top streaming services.
  • What equipment should I get to start doing video livestreams?
  • Sam Abuelsamid and the Ford Driving Dynamic Lab.
  • YouTube TV & managing locations.
  • A Windows 10 update is causing issues with Adobe Premiere.
  • Is it worth updating to Windows 11 from Windows 10 currently?
  • What can a caller do to verify a Yahoo email account through a phone number they no longer use?
  • Chris Marquardt and used film cameras.
  • Should you have an ethernet connection for streaming video content, or is WiFi sufficient enough?
  • Suggested email services for easy use.
  • Is there a hazard to accepting a plethora of random Facebook friend requests?
  • Rod Pyle and the Jovian Vortex Hunter program & the 5-planet planetary alignment!
  • Dick DeBartolo and the Kodak Reelz Digitizer Converter.

    • Host: Leo Laporte

    Guests: Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, Rod Pyle, and Dick DeBartolo

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      • 2 hr 32 min
    • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1905

      Privacy considerations for personal email domains. Choosing the perfect Apple Watch model for a birthday gift. Understanding QD-OLED and deciding which TV brand to choose. Praise for the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. Using Windows on an M1 Mac Studio Ultra. Finding a budget laptop for page design, email, and layout. Using an Android phone to set up an Apple Watch. Troubleshooting poor internet speeds with an ethernet-based network. Finding a TV with built-in Bluetooth output and doing something about those loud commercials on Hulu. Plus, conversations with Johnny Jet and Scott Wilkinson.

    • Italy's data watchdog latest to warn over use of Google Analytics | TechCrunch
    • Google: Garante privacy stop all'uso degli Analytics. Dati trasferiti... - Garante Privacy
    • Opinion | We Need to Take Back Our Privacy - The New York Times
    • U.S. tech industry frets about handing data to states prosecuting abortion | Reuters
    • hip-dac2 by iFi audio - Our portable USB dac/amp. Listen to Spotify, Tidal on the move.
    • FiiO Q3 Headphone Amplifier High Resolution DSD512 | 768K/32Bit AK4462DAC with THX AAA amp Technology for Mobile Phone & PC with (2.5/3.5/4.4mm) Output - Newegg.com
    • Apple Watch Series 7 GPS + Cellular, 45mm Midnight Aluminium Case with Oat Milk/Lemon Zest Sport Loop - Apple
    • Making Singing Easier | VocalMist Portable Nebulizer
    • LCD vs. LED vs. Mini LED vs. OLED: A quick guide | Ars Technica
    • Four-Station Las Vegas Rollout Of ATSC 3.0 Marks Biggest Bet Yet For New Tech Standard
    • Airplane Geeks Podcast - The weekly podcast that explores and expands your passion for aviation.
    • 12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today - JohnnyJet.com
    • How clean is the air on planes?
    • Aranet - Smarter Than Others
    • (PDF) The on-board carbon dioxide concentrations and ventilation performance in passenger cabins of US domestic flights
    • The Mars Express spacecraft is finally getting a Windows 98 upgrade - The Verge
    • Parallels Desktop 16.5 for Mac Supports Both M1 and Intel Chips
    • Layout design and desktop publishing software | Adobe InDesign
    • Adobe PageMaker - Wikipedia
    • Dell XPS 15 Laptop | Dell USA
    • ASUS USA
    • Acer Aspire 5 | Windows Laptop | Acer United States
    • Google Pixel Watch - Google Store
    • Galaxy Watch4 Classic Smartwatch | Samsung US
    • Smart Watches - Fossil
    • VIZIO M-Series Quantum - 50 to 65 inch Smart 4K TVs | VIZIO
    • Loud Commercials | Federal Communications Commission
    • Sennheiser RS 2000 - Wireless TV Earphone Headphone Stereo
    • Roku TV | What Is Roku TV? | Roku
    • Hulu Support on Twitter: "Ads too loud? Learn about how YOU can help improve @hulu's Ad Volume Normalization here: http://hu.ly/xc3zR Thanks for your feedback! #hulu" / Twitter

      • Host: Leo Laporte

      Guests: Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Mikah Sargent

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      Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy/episodes/1905

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        • 2 hr 40 min
      • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1904

        - Meta is launching a clothing store for your avatars

        - Verizon and AT&T delay 5g rollout near airports
        - An Apple store votes to unionize
        - A former Amazon Web Services employee was convicted for the Capital One data breach
        - Sam Abuelsamid: In-cabin sensing is gaining attention
        - Tools to help blind individuals
        - Be My Eyes
        - Seeing AI
        - Would an iPhone SE still be able to view my security cameras?
        - Getting internet to rural areas
        - Chris Marquardt reviews your colorful photos
        - Retrieving a deleted message
        - Saving a live stream to your hard drive
        - Does Microsoft Office still offer a perpetual license?

        Host: Leo Laporte

        Guests: Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle

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        Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy/episodes/1904

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          • 2 hr 31 min
        • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1903

          Finding good hearing aids and preparing for a hearing exam. Troubleshooting internet speeds for a T-Mobile home internet connection. Exporting and printing multiple notes from an iPhone. Repurposing an old Chromebook from Dell. Migrating an iPhotos Photo Library to macOS's Photos app. Troubleshooting auto-launching apps on an LG G6. Using a Vizio soundbar with ARC and HDMI-CEC. Using an external SSD to run macOS. Recording an audio stream on iPad. Transferring files from an iPad to a Windows PC using AirDrop. Plus, conversations with Johnny Jet, Scott Wilkinson, and Dick Debartolo.

        • Steam Deck™
        • Senators call for US to adopt common charger | TechCrunch
        • Letter to Department of Commerce on e-Waste
        • Elon Musk's plan is to run Twitter off the top of his head - The Verg
        • ReSound hearing aids and wireless accessories | ReSound US
        • Starkey | Find the Best Hearing Aid for You
        • S.670 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017 | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
        • Hearing aids, information on hearing loss and tinnitus | Oticon
        • Eargo Hearing Aid Products
        • Widex Hearing Aids & Hearing Care Solutions
        • Amazon.com: Windows 11 Tips and Tricks: Master Windows 11 in 3 Weeks eBook: Ganeshlal, Bhaju: Kindle Store
        • iMazing Store
        • Transfer iPhone, iPad or iPod touch notes to your Mac or PC computer
        • DB Browser for SQLite
        • Check when your Chromebook's updates will stop - Chromebook Help
        • harper on Twitter: "I thought planes were supposed to have good air circulation https://t.co/UeTnqCmwo4" / Twitter
        • Aranet4 - CO2 monitor
        • Import photos from another library in Photos on Mac - Apple Support
        • LG G6 Battery - iFixit Store
        • How to Control Which Apps Open on Android Startup - DroidViews
        • Vizio Sound Bar HDMI ARC Not Working: 7 Quick & Easy Fixes [2022]
        • How to enable HDMI-CEC and ARC on your TV | Official Roku Support
        • SuperDuper!
        • Take a screenshot or screen recording on iPad - Apple Support
        • ZOOM Recorders
        • LANDrop
        • LANDrop - Drop any files to any devices on your LAN
        • I've Seen The Light!!! (And this isn't it.) | Giz Wiz Biz

          • Host: Leo Laporte

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

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          Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy/episodes/1903

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            • 2 hr 40 min
          • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1902

            Google engineer claims that an AI chatbot is truly sentient. Leo's thoughts on the EU mandating USB-C charging ports on electronic devices. Some resources to help empower blind users. What causes the "This site can't be reached" error to occur in Google Chrome? Is a specific folder constantly appearing on my phone something to be concerned about? Why does my UI on my Android phone look so weird after updating to Android 12? Earbuds that are similar to the Google Pixel Buds. Plus, converstaions with Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle!

          • WWDC 2022 recap.
          • Google engineer claims an AI chatbot is sentient.
          • Leo's thoughts on the EU mandating USB-C charging ports on electronic devices.
          • Sam Abuelsamid and Apple's self-driving vehicle...?
          • Resources to empower blind users.
          • Why a caller's new SSD is booting up so slowly.
          • What causes the "This site can't be reached" error in Google Chrome?
          • How is junk mail filtering into your inbox at times?
          • Chris Marquart and photo filters.
          • Is a folder that's constantly popping up in my phone a problem?
          • How to delete software from your computer?
          • Why is my Surface Pro battery draining so quickly when in sleep mode?
          • Why does my UI on my Android phone look so weird after upgrading to Android 12?
          • Is it worth setting up anti-virus software for an Android phone?
          • Rod Pyle and NASA & UFO's.
          • A reminder that 3G service is starting to become no longer supported on all cellphone carriers.
          • Earbud suggestions that are similar to the Google Pixel Buds.

            • Host: Leo Laporte

            Guests: Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle

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            Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy/episodes/1902

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              • 2 hr 46 min
            • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1901

              Troubleshooting PIN login on Windows 10. Fixing flickering projectors with shielded cables. Ceasing Apple ID login prompts. Running Windows on an old Mac. The problems with sharing an iCloud account. Finding a solution for auto-playing music in the car. Troubleshooting the silent switch on an iPhone. Creating an app-specific password for Outlook and Gmail. Finding an iPhone with "Find My iPhone" turned off. Access remote files without using a server. Plus, conversations with Johnny Jet and Dick Debartolo.

            • Apple unveils M2 with breakthrough performance and capabilities - Apple
            • MacBook Air with M2 chip - Apple
            • MacBook Pro 13-inch - Apple
            • Microcosm: The Quantum Revolution In Economics And Technology: Gilder, George: 9780671705923: Amazon.com: Books
            • Passkeys Overview - Apple Developer
            • iPadOS 16 Preview - Apple
            • I have to enter my PIN constantly ...any ideas ...i can't find - Microsoft Community
            • Fix: Windows 10/11 PIN not working [Full Guide]
            • Import and export keychain items using Keychain Access on Mac - Apple Support
            • Move your iCloud Passwords from Safari to 1Password
            • Watch out for card skimming at the gas pump | Consumer Advice
            • Mac startup key combinations - Apple Support
            • Mac Specs, Prices, Answers, and Comparison: EveryMac.com, Est. 1996
            • What is Family Sharing? - Apple Support
            • iOS 16 Makes It Easier to Share Photos With Family Using New Shared iCloud Library - MacRumors
            • Import or export a vCard in Contacts on iCloud.com - Apple Support
            • ‎A a a a a Very Good Song (Silent Track) - Single by Samir Mezrahi on Apple Music
            • How to stop your iPhone from auto-playing music in the car | iMore
            • How to put your iPhone on vibrate, ring, or silent mode - Apple Support
            • Erase iPhone - Apple Support
            • Sign in with App Passwords - Gmail Help
            • How to set up a IMAP/SMTP password in Gmail
            • Using Microsoft Outlook With Gmail? Maybe Not After May 30 | Daves Computer Tips
            • Set up Gmail with a third-party email client - Google Workspace Admin Help
            • Manage files and folders in OneDrive
            • Here's really versatile external battery charger! PD 3.0 + QC 4.0 | Giz Wiz Biz

              • Host: Leo Laporte

              Guests: Mikah Sargent, Johnny Jet, and Dick DeBartolo

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              Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy/episodes/1901

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                • 2 hr 30 min
              • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1900

                A Right to Repair law passes in New York. What are some alternative scanner software? What's the best way to integrate a newer TV into an older receiver? Can you recover deleted emails in iCloud? Laptop recommendations for basic computing needs. What's the easiest way to move files from a laptop to your iPhone? Why are a caller's outbound cellphone calls constantly failing? 17" laptop & printer recommendations. Plus, catching up with Rod Pyle.

              • Right to Repair law passed in New York.
              • Right to Disconnect policy in Toronto.
              • 32-bit vs 64-bit machines.
              • Alternative scanner software.
              • Integrating a new TV into an older receiver.
              • Troubleshooting internet connectivity in rural America.
              • Recovering deleted emails in iCloud.
              • An informative story from a caller about Mint Mobile and Twitter.
              • Laptop suggestions for basic computing needs.
              • Moving files from a laptop to your iPhone.
              • Rod Pyle and Voyager acting up & new moon suits.
              • Why is a caller's outbound cellphone calls failing constantly?
              • 17" laptop & printer recommendations.

                • Host: Leo Laporte

                Guest: Rod Pyle

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                  • 2 hr 44 min
                • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1899

                  Upgrading an old PC for gaming. Improving the picture quality of an OLED TV. Shutting down an HP Spectre Laptop that refuses to completely power off. Finding a new laptop for video editing. Using an old PC as a network-attached storage device. Refilling SodaStream canisters. Troubleshooting Google's login sessions. Plus, conversations with Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick Debartolo.

                • WWDC 2022: What to expect, iOS 16, new operating systems, redesigned MacBook Air, more - 9to5Mac
                • Mark Gurman on Twitter: "The new MacBook Air has been planned to launch at WWDC. I think the only way it doesn't is if the China factory shutdowns created such a supply and release date gap that it wouldn't make sense to announce it on Monday." / Twitter
                • New York state passes first electronics right-to-repair bill | Ars Technica
                • Learn About the Right to Repair — The Repair Association
                • iFixit: The Free Repair Manual
                • Windows 10 Home and Pro - Microsoft Lifecycle | Microsoft Docs
                • AVS Forum
                • Projector & Smart Theater To Go | The Freestyle | Samsung US
                • HT2050A 1080p Home Theater Projector | BenQ US
                • Nebula Mars II Pro | Smart Portable Movie Projector
                • LG C2 77-Inch evo OLED TV (OLED77C2PUA) | LG USA
                • Amazon.com: Spears & Munsil UHD HDR Benchmark (UHD Blu-ray Disc) : Stacey Spears, Don Munsil, Stacey Spears: Movies & TV
                • Solved: HP Spectre will not shut down; shutdown causes reboot - HP Support Community - 7136403
                • Process Explorer - Windows Sysinternals | Microsoft Docs
                • How do I shut down or restart my Windows computer via command prompt? | Information Technology Services
                • What is Wake-on-LAN, and how to enable it in Windows 11 - OnMSFT.com
                • MacBook Pro 14-inch and MacBook Pro 16-inch - Apple
                • When Searching Hotels Don't Make This Common Mistake - JohnnyJet.com
                • Vacation Division: Designing Trips for You | TravelStore
                • Amazon S3 Glacier Storage Classes | AWS
                • Homepage - Wasabi
                • Use Your Old Mac as a Server or NAS Drive — Here's How
                • Robot's Tech Room - YouTube
                • Reincubate Camo - Use your phone as a pro webcam, free
                • Discover YubiKeys | Strong Two-Factor Authentication for Secure Login
                • Hot Weather's Coming — Help Is On The Way! | Giz Wiz Biz

                  • Host: Leo Laporte

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

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                  Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy/episodes/1899

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                    • 2 hr 40 min
                  • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1898

                    How to set up a failover router. Which platform is best for buying ads? Why did an LG phone fail a "routine safety check?" What is cryptocurrency? Alternatives to SlingBox. What's the no-sender glitch on iPhone? How to digitize old family photos. Can you output video from an all-in-one computer? What is Starry? Plus, a conversation with Sam Abuelsamid.

                  • Seth Green's Bored Ape stolen: now he can't make his NFT show.
                  • Setting up a failover router & dynamic IP's.
                  • Sam Abuelsamid and the Kia EV6.
                  • Most efficient ads one can buy to promote something.
                  • Locked out of Windows account after attempting to install Microsoft Office.
                  • Why a LG phone failed a "routine safety check."
                  • What is Cryptocurrency and what can you do with it?
                  • Are there SlingBox alternatives after support has ended for the product?
                  • What's the no-sender glitch on iPhone?
                  • Digitizing old family photos.
                  • A caller's universal remote is not working with their TV.
                  • Outputting video from an all-in-one computer.
                  • Starry: another option for an ISP?

                    • Host: Leo Laporte

                    Guest: Sam Abuelsamid

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                    Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy/episodes/1898

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                      • 2 hr 37 min
                    • Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1897

                      Discussing Project Volterra and Windows on ARM. Syncing and boosting audio on a home theater system. Soundbar recommendations. Troubleshooting wireless charging with a battery case. Picking a smartphone for photography to bring on a trip to Italy. Troubleshooting memory issues on a smart TV. Using your TV speakers as the center channel in a surround sound setup. Recommendations for managing battery charging. Gadgets to protect one's self from catalytic converter theft. Finding a legitimate place to sell used electronics. Plus, conversations with Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick Debartolo.

                    • The Halsey TikTok Trend Complaining About Record Labels Is A Plant
                    • Payola - Wikipedia
                    • Plugola - Wikipedia
                    • DuckDuckGo browser allows Microsoft trackers due to search agreement
                    • Project Volterra: Everything you need to know about Microsoft's ARM developer kit | Windows Central
                    • Solved: Soundbar? Have an issue hearing voices. - Samsung Community - 786416
                    • Here's Why Movie Dialogue Has Gotten More Difficult To Understand (And Three Ways To Fix It)
                    • Shop Wireless Sound Bars & Home Theater Systems | VIZIO
                    • SOUND BARS - HDMI Cable, Home Theater Accessories, HDMI Products, Cables, Adapters, Video/Audio Switch, Networking, USB, Firewire, Printer Toner, and more!
                    • Google Fi - A Phone Plan, by Google
                    • How To Check Hospitalization Numbers of Your Destination - JohnnyJet.com
                    • My Dad Has COVID-19 ... For the Third Time! - JohnnyJet.com
                    • Roku – Streaming players, smart TVs, wireless speakers & audio | Roku
                    • TV & Home - Apple
                    • Can I Use My TV Speakers as a Center Channel? – Home Theater & Sound
                    • Use the TV speakers as the center speaker | Sony USA
                    • Battery University Homepage
                    • Buy and Sell Used Cell Phones and Electronics | Gazelle
                    • Buy and Sell Used Phones, Laptops and More - Swappa
                    • See Your Name In Lights! (Even if you can't sing or dance!) | Giz Wiz Biz

                      • Host: Leo Laporte

                      Guests: Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick DeBartolo

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                        • 2 hr 40 min

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