Hands-On Tech (Video)

By TWiT

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-foll... more

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The podcast currently has 1,000 episodes available.

Hands-On Tech (Video) episodes:

November 23, 2025 HOT 243: How Often Should I Replace Surge Protectors? - Can Surge Protectors Wear Out Over Time?
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Elizabeth asks Mikah Sargent if she really needs to replace power strips after a period of time. And Stan wonders if there are any smart light switches that can connect to his 5.4 GHz router?

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

Host: Mikah Sargent

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35min
November 16, 2025 HOT 242: Powerline Networking - Pros & Cons of Powerline Ethernet Adapters
In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Lance asks Mikah Sargent about the pros and cons of using powerline ethernet adapters, and Mikah shares his strong thoughts on these devices.

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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29min
November 09, 2025 HOT 241: Keep Your Mac Awake - Prevent Your Mac From Automatically Going to Sleep
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, how do you prevent your Mac from automatically falling asleep to conduct overnight backups? Mikah Sargent shares some third-party apps that will do just that!

Host: Mikah Sargent

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26min
November 02, 2025 HOT 240: Two-Factor & Multifactor Authentication - Which Authenticator App Should You Use?
On Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent lists some of his favorite two-factor authenticator apps for listener Stuart and some of the pros and cons using 2FA applications.

Send in your questions for Hands-On Tech to [email protected]!

Host: Mikah Sargent

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

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

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28min
October 26, 2025 HOT 239: Breathing New Life Into an Old Computer - Older Computer, New Life!
On Hands-On Tech, listener Ozzie asks Mikah Sargent how to repurpose a 2010 MacBook Pro so they can avoid recycling it.

Send in your questions for Mikah to answer to [email protected].

Host: Mikah Sargent

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

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Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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19min
October 19, 2025 HOT 238: Organizing Home Videos with Facial Recognition - Sorting Old Videos With Modern Tech
On Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent helps out listener Mike with how to organize old videos based on the people in them.

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

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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15min
October 12, 2025 HOT 237: Recycling Old Computers - How to E-Waste Your Old iMac Properly
On Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent answers a listener's question about disposing of their old iMac and the steps needed to do so.

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

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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16min
October 05, 2025 HOT 236: Switching Your Work Email to Gmail - Migrating Email Providers
On Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent describes how to easily migrate an email account to Gmail using Google Workspace.

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

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

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17min
September 28, 2025 HOT 235: iPhone 17 Pro Max Review - What Does the iPhone 17 Pro Max Deliver On?
After a week of real-world use, Mikah Sargent shares his review of the iPhone 17 Pro Max on Hands-On Tech. He discusses whether the device lives up to the hype, what falls short, and whether it is worth upgrading to.

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

Host: Mikah Sargent

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

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

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14min
September 21, 2025 HOT 234: iPhone 17 Pro Max First Impressions - Apple's Crossbody Strap & TechWoven Case
On Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent got his hands on the new iPhone 17 Pro Max and shares his initial thoughts on the device and some of the new accessories Apple released!

Send in your question for Mikah to answer! [email protected]

Host: Mikah Sargent

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

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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50min

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