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  • Episode 180 - Thank You Captain Obvious
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 180 - Thank You, Captain Obvious

    Recorded Sunday August 09, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

    Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
    Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
    Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
    Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

    Apple Segment

    Heavy Siri Use Could Cost more than Expected - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3g
    When to buy iPhone 17 Pro (vs 18 Pro) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3f, http://itgw.tny.cc/3e
    Does the iPhone Fold have an Unsightly Screen Issue? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/3d

    AI Segment

    AIs using Message Boards to Plan their Next Move - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3c
    AI - "I'm from the Government & I'm here to help." AI goes Rogue again in UK Gov. Effort - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3b
    OpenAI locking Down Astra after Alarming Testing Results - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3a

    If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

    Mobile Segment

    Galaxy Zfold 8 is a Smash Hit - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/39
    You have to be: Open Pixel 11 Pro Fold - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/38
    What Exactly does the Pixel 11's Glow Feature Do - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/37
    RAM Supply to get worse before better. Sold out thru 2027 - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/36, http://itgw.tny.cc/35
    You can keep your phone longer. Thank you Capt. Obvious - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/34

    Commercial Break Goes Here

    Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

    Windows and Linux Segment

    Windows 11 is So bad, its $900 Laptop Can't use it without Freezing - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/33
    MS found Installing Unexpected OneDrive Photos Update - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/32

    If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

    Tip of the Week Segment

    iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

    Magic Mouse Tracking Speed - Larry

    Terminal Commands:

    Default Maximum Tracking Speed: defaults write -g com.apple.mouse.scaling 5.0
    Increased Maximum Tracking Speed: defaults write -g com.apple.mouse.scaling 7.0

    Pick of the Week Segment

    I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

    Larry

    Zevo Flying Insect Trap - $19.97 on Amazon

    1 hr 58 min
  • Episode 179 - Another Free Year for $30 Bucks
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 179 - Another Free Year for $30 Bucks

    Recorded Sunday August 02, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

    Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
    Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
    Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
    Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

    Apple Segment

    Right Use Case, Wrong Device (and the lead times just SUCK!) - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/31
    MacBook Neo pulling schools away from Windows & Chromebooks - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/30
    Apple Plans Paid iCloud+ Upgrades for Heavy AI Users - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2z
    Apple releases the 26.6's - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2y

    AI Segment

    The biggest names in tech are making an AI Safety Push - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2x
    The Rise of the Solopreneur & the next Billion-Dollar Company - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2w

    If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

    Mobile Segment

    YouTube Premium getting free Peacock - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2v
    Did MS Quit the Surface Duo too Quickly? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/2t
    Gemini, not AI Studio for Android & iOS will create mobile & Desktop Apps - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2s

    Commercial Break Goes Here

    Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

    Windows and Linux Segment

    MS Gives us another Year of Free Win10 Support for $30 - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/2r
    Even Satya thinks Win11 Quality is lacking - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2q
    MS says its making Windows 11 better/faster on 8GB PCs - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2p

    If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

    Tip of the Week Segment

    iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

    1. Use Universal Clipboard Across Devices

      2. Pick of the Week Segment

      I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

      Joel

      Wallet for Men - Slim RFID Blocking Metal Wallet with Money Clip $27.97
      https://a.co/d/09jIwHll

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      This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

      1 hr 55 min
    2. Episode 178 - Return of the Glass-hole
      The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 178 - Return of the Glass-hole

      Recorded Sunday July 26, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

      Hosts

      Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
      Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
      Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
      Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

      Apple Segment

      Is the iPhone Fold Launch in question, or is it all just hype? - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/23/apples-foldable-iphone-launch-in-question-amid-production-hiccups
      Everything we know about the Neo 2 Launch - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/22/macbook-neo-2-features-release-date/
      Apple must pay Masimo - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/21/apples-634m-payment-to-masimo-now-set-in-stone-after-judge-tosses-appeal
      Apple Upgrade is coming, replacing iPhone Upgrade Program - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/21/apple-upgrades-will-let-users-lease-iphones-and-macs-with-klarna

      AI Segment

      Has Corporate America Suddenly Decided to Stop Blowing Money on AI - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2n
      OpenAI says AI models went rogue during testing - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2m
      OpenAI launches Health in Chat GPT - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2k

      If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

      Mobile Segment

      Meta has created a moderation nightmare for its Smart Glasses - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2j
      Google preps Pixel buyers for increased prices and decreased RAM - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2h
      Nothing shutting down? Not so fast - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2g

      Commercial Break Goes Here

      Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

      Windows and Linux Segment

      LegacyHive points to a troubling future - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2f
      Microsoft asks LG to stop pushing McAfee ads to Win11 users - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2e

      If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

      Tip of the Week Segment

      iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

      1. Keep Your Desktop Clean Automatically

        2. Pick of the Week Segment

        I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship....

        1 hr 35 min
      2. Episode 177 - Smoke 'em if ya got 'em!
        The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 177 - Smoke 'em if ya got 'em

        Recorded Sunday July 19, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

        Hosts

        Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
        Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
        Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
        Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

        Apple Segment

        Apple Pricing - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2c, http://itgw.tny.cc/2b
        CarPlay works with over 120 apps - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2a

        AI Segment

        Free ChatGPT is Dead - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/29
        AI Bubble vs. Dot-Com Crash - History is Repeating - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/28

        If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments

        Mobile Segment

        OnePlus is truly over, done-with and gone - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/27
        $138 iPad mini Clone from Walmart is Actually Better? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/26, http://itgw.tny.cc/25
        Samsung and Google are all that are left - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/24
        EU Orders Google to Make AI and Search Changes Under the DMA - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/23

        Commercial Break Goes Here

        Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

        Windows and Linux Segment

        Even MS Couldn't make Windows 11 work well with 8GB of RAM - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/22
        Cuts & Layoffs won't Solve Xbox's Biggest Problems - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/21

        If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

        Tip of the Week Segment

        iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

        1. Customize the Finder Sidebar

          2. Pick of the Week Segment

          I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

          Larry

          DYMO LabelWriter 550 Turbo http://itgw.tny.cc/20

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          This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

          1 hr 35 min
        2. Episode 176 - Get in my Belly
          The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 176 - Get in muh Belly!

          Recorded Sunday July 12, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

          Hosts

          Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
          Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
          Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
          Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

          Apple Segment

          Skip the iPhone Ultra, something better is coming - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1z
          Apple Vision Air Cancelled? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1y
          iPhone 18 Pro/Max may be Thicker - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1x
          M6-era will last just 6 months as Apple Pushes for M7 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1w

          AI Segment

          IL passes the AI Safety Measures Act (SB315) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1v
          Apple Sues OpenAI & Previous VP of Design for IP Theft - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1t
          MS Admits it was wrong about AI - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1s

          If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

          Mobile Segment

          Samsung Unpacked - A New Shape is Unfolding - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1r

          Commercial Break Goes Here

          Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

          Windows and Linux Segment

          Windows Bug Claiming up to 500GB of Hard Drive Space - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1q
          IT Admins are Sick of Microsoft's Garbage Apps/Products - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1p

          If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

          Tip of the Week Segment

          iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

          1. Rename Multiple Files at Once

            2. Pick of the Week Segment

            I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

            Joel

            Ninja Creami $129.99 https://a.co/d/0fxqsvAQ

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            This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

            1 hr 27 min
          2. Episode 175 - She doesn't look a day over 225
            The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 175 - She Doesn't Look a DAY Over 225...

            Recorded Sunday July 5, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

            Hosts

            Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
            Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
            Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
            Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

            Apple Segment

            Supreme Court Agreens to hear Apple Appeal on Epic Games Ruling - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1n
            Apple Is Changing How It Issues Security Updates Due to Threats From AI - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1m
            Apple Responds to filed by 3 YouTube Channels - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1k
            Hide my eMail Exposing your Real eMail Address - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1j
            AirPods with Cameras won't be coming soon after all - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1h

            AI Segment

            Microsoft's Alleged Edge/AI-based OS Leaks - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1g

            If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

            Mobile Segment

            Report Claims OxygenOS & RealmeUI set to be Discontinued - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1f
            Google Pixel owners reporting issues after installing Android 17 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1e

            Commercial Break Goes Here

            Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

            Windows and Linux Segment

            MS Spent $8.5B on Skype and spent over a Decade Sabotaging it - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1d
            Outlook Contacts will start appearing in iPhone Messages, Phone, Siri & other iOS apps - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1c
            They even Broke the Recycle Bin - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1a, http://itgw.tny.cc/1b

            If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

            Tip of the Week Segment

            iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

            Pick of the Week Segment

            I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

            Joel

            GOLREAN Portable Coffee Maker, Travel Coffee Maker, Portable Battery Pour Over Set, Rechargeable Coffee Maker with Electric Grinder & Insulated Mug for Travel, Camping, Car https://a.co/d/0b6Filk4

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            This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

            1 hr 26 min
          3. Episode 174 - The March of the 27s
            The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 174 - The March of the 27s

            Recorded Sunday June 14, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

            Hosts

            Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
            Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
            Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
            Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

            Apple Segment

            WWDC and the March of the 27s - group discussion
            Apple Still has 3 Unannounced iOS 27 Features in the Pipeline - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/19
            Developer Issues in the 27's - Chris No URL
            Leaker New MacBook will 100% have a Touch Screen - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/18
            macOS 27 warns that version 28 will see the end of Rosetta 2 - Chris No URL

            AI Segment

            The New Siri AI App is now Available to Some - Chris G. No URL
            Anthropic Pulls Access to Claude 5 and Mythos 5 after Government Directive - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/17

            If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

            Mobile Segment

            Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 is Available for Pixel Devices - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/15

            Commercial Break Goes Here

            Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

            Windows and Linux Segment

            I don't think I can go Back to Windows - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KQFgWdiudo
            Xbox Game Pass DID Lose Millions of Subscribers due to Price Hikes - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/14
            Changes coming to Xbox amid Hard Truths & Layoffs - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/13
            Microsoft is letting users Kill Bing in Win11 Search - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/12

            If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

            Tip of the Week Segment

            iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

            1. Keep macOS Updated

              2. Pick of the Week Segment

              I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

              Larry - Insta360 Link 2C Pro - 4K Webcam - $199 https://a.co/d/0hYm3cpb

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              This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

              1 hr 43 min
            2. Episode 173 - Lil' Finder Guy
              The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 173 - Lil' Finder Guy

              Recorded Sunday June 7, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

              Hosts
              Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
              Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
              Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
              Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

              Apple Segment

              The Last time for Skinny Timmy - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/11
              What to expect at WWDC - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/10
              Apple Embraces Lil' Finder Guy - Chris G. https://apple.news/A_dgWHuFeTMm5nv2FBJWjUA

              AI Segment

              One 2025 Meeting at Apple Changed the Siri/AI Direction - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/z
              Anthropic Says Something Unsettling Has Been Happening to Claude - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/y
              AI has Ruined the Job Market - Chris G. https://apple.news/A-10ZaIGYSAibDG3AH79cPw
              Duck Duck Go is the non-AI Browser for your iPhone - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/x

              If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

              Mobile Segment

              The Virtual OS Museum - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/w
              Pixel Watch 5 found... Where? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/v

              Commercial Break Goes Here

              Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

              Windows and Linux Segment

              Ubuntu is the Linux Distro for AI - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/t
              MS Highlights 15 Reasons to Use the New Outlook & Leave Classic Behind - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/s

              If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

              Tip of the Week Segment

              iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

              Delete Mac Appliction Cache

              Pick of the Week Segment

              I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

              Joel

              Osprey Talon 6L Lumbar Pack $94.95 https://a.co/d/0jdrJuYA

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              1 hr 55 min
            3. Episode 172 - Still Waiting on WWDC
              The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 172 - Still Waiting on WWDC

              Recorded Sunday May 31, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

              Hosts

              Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
              Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
              Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
              Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

              Apple Segment

              Apple Music Could get new, lower cost Subscription Tiers - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/r
              iOS Siri Design could feature On Device AI - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/q
              iPhone 18 Pro's Camera Upgrade will Cost Apple 50% More - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/p

              AI Segment

              Stop Using Google Right now! - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/n, http://itgw.tny.cc/m
              Free ChatGPT is Dead, Welcome the $200/month Subscription - Chris G. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcpq4ugob2U
              Corporate America enters AI Reckoning - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/k

              If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

              Mobile Segment

              Google Messages is Finally Getting the Customization Feature Everyone Wanted - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/j
              Change that Embarrassing Gmail Address - Chris G. https://apple.news/AiisEFwJMTZSEPIJwn_Vd_g
              Motorola Phones are Hijacking Links to make Affiliate Cash - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/h
              Googlebook vs. MacBook Neo - Why GB is Dead - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/g

              Commercial Break Goes Here

              Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at [email protected]. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

              Windows and Linux Segment

              The FBI Just issued an Urgent Warning for Users Using Teams, Outlook or OneDrive - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/f
              MS Clarifies Win12 Rumors, Promises a New Era of PC next Week - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/e

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              Tip of the Week Segment

              iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

              Windows Tip

              1. Clipboard History

                2. Pick of the Week Segment

                I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

                Chris

                Dewalt Heavy Duty USBA to USBC Cable http://itgw.tny.cc/d

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                1 hr 29 min
              2. Episode 171 - Thank You for your Sacrifice 2026
                The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 171 - Thank You for your Sacrifice 2026

                Recorded Sunday May 24, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

                Hosts

                Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
                Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
                Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us
                Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

                Apple Segment

                Apple and Intel reach a Chip Manufacturing Deal - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/c
                Apple Agrees to Pay iPhone Users $250M for Failing to Deliver AI Siri - Larry https://apple.news/AqmbIMV7lThCS6pwgR_mEEg
                Goodbye AirDrop! - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/b
                iOS 26.5.1 Coming to Address Bugs - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/a
                KC Public Schools to Replace 30k Windows & Chromebooks with Apple Devices - Chris G http://fne3.2.vu/9
                iPhone Fold Production Stalls amid Hinge Issues - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/8

                AI Segment

                AI bots in Meetings may Void Attorney-Client Privilage - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/7
                AI Criticism on the Rise - Chris G. http://fne3.2.vu/6

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                Mobile Segment

                Goodbye Chromecast?? - Joel http://fne3.2.vu/5, http://fne3.2.vu/4
                Everything from Google I/O 2026 - Joel http://fne3.2.vu/3

                Commercial Break Goes Here

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                Windows and Linux Segment

                Here is what MS is Offering Long-Serving Employees to Retire Early - Larry https://apple.news/AAouKUPMdRQqiYwpmtTuSyg
                MS Blaming the Security Researcher for Reporting a Vulnerabilty - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/2
                MS New Copilot app turns it into a Sidebar that pushes your Apps Aside - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/1

                If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

                Tip of the Week Segment

                iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

                Linux Tip

                1. Speed Up Package Downloads

                  2. Pick of the Week Segment

                  I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

                  Larry

                  Anker 8-in-1 Hub — $54.99 https://a.co/d/0gSu77gv

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                  This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.f...

                  2 hr 12 min

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