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-foll... more

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Hands-On Tech (Video) episodes:

January 25, 2026 HOT 251: Accessing Drobo Files - Recovering Files From Obsolete NAS Devices
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Jeff emails Mikah about trying to recover files from an old, obsolete Drobo NAS.

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

Host: Mikah Sargent

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16min
January 18, 2026 HOT 250: Syncing Cloud Photos - Cross-Application Photo Libraries?
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, George asks whether he can sync his iCloud and Google Photos photo libraries together.

Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show, or if there are any products you'd like him to review. [email protected]

Host: Mikah Sargent

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

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19min
January 11, 2026HOT 249: A Broken Apple Watch Streak - Can You Fix Broken Apple Watch Streaks?
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers one of the more common problems that plagues Apple Watch users: how can you fix an Apple Watch streak that was broken?

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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23min
January 04, 2026HOT 248: Home Theater PC Replacement - Alternatives to HTPC's
On the first episode of Hands-On Tech for 2026, Mikah helps Andrew out with some recommendations to replace his home theater PC (HTPC) so that his family can watch old home movies easily!

Send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show 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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15min
December 21, 2025 HOT 247: Saving Your TiVo Files on a Windows PC - Save TiVo Files on Your PC!
On Hands-On Tech, Richie asks Mikah Sargent about saving their TiVo recordings to their PC after TiVo discontinued its TiVo Desktop software.

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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13min
December 14, 2025 HOT 246: Replacing Pocket - Alternatives to Pocket Reader
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Curt asks Mikah Sargent about a good replacement to the Pocket app, an app that allowed you to save articles for later reading, which Firefox discontinued back in July of 2025.

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

Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts!

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14min
December 07, 2025 HOT 245: The Return of the iPod Classic? - Could Apple Bring Back the iPod?
On Hands-On Tech, listener Michael proposes an idea to Mikah Sargent if Apple could ever bring back the iPod Classic, but updated to be a home ecosystem? Mikah shares his thoughts.

Send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show 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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16min
November 30, 2025 HOT 244: Switching MFA Apps - Why Exporting From Authy Is A Little More Difficult
On Hands-On Tech, helps out helps listener Daniel switch their MFA from Authy to another app, and explains why it's going to be a more tedious process than with other MFA's.

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

Host: Mikah Sargent

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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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12min
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

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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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

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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29min

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