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  • Episode 130 - I'm Just Waiting for Y'all to Say Something Stupid
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 130 - I'm Just Waiting for Y'all to Say Something Stupid

    Recorded Sunday April 27, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    iPhone 17 Slim is barely thick Enough for its Own Buttons - Chris G. https://t.ly/uqR7Z
    Tariff Pause cut in Half for Countries not Negotiating with US - Chris G. https://t.ly/MC08Q
    Apple Migration Assistant - Larry https://t.ly/22GpW
    Apple Appealing $570M Fine from EU, WH says it won't be Tolerated - Larry https://t.ly/DEUw_, https://t.ly/Bl2fs
    Will the iPad Survive its Mac-Over? - Larry https://t.ly/3p9Hh

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Obama says AI is Better than 70% of Coders today - Chris https://t.ly/M4NmJ
    The Justice Department and Google Battle over Potential Break-Up - Joel https://t.ly/NE3RB
    Google is Officially an Illegal Monopoly, not Killing Tracking Cookies - Chris G. https://t.ly/aUxaR , https://t.ly/8CuZh

    Commercial Break Goes Here

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    Windows Segment

    Only Google can Run Chrome - Joel https://t.ly/4siGc
    Windows Maps is finally Dead - Joel https://t.ly/xvgSk
    References to Win 11 25H2 - Chris https://t.ly/PsWB7

    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].

    Chris

    Bypass Silent mode for Emergency contacts

    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

    Nespresso Vertuo Next - $118 https://t.ly/buGvU, https://t.ly/CObEK

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    1 hr 59 min
  • Episode 129 - Remind Me Again - How do I get to be Exempt??
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 129 - Remind Me Again - How do I get to be Exempt??

    Recorded Sunday April 13, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    Smartphones & Computers are now Exempt from Tariffs - Larry https://t.ly/T-dLP
    Report Reveals Internal Apple Chaos - Chris G. - https://t.ly/T3ZFA
    Siri Upgrades due in the Fall of 2025 - Larry https://t.ly/oWM45
    iPhone 17 Pro Max - Early Hands on - Larry https://t.ly/solF8
    iOS 19 Leak Video https://t.ly/t46_G
    watchOS to get visionOS Design Elements - Chris https://t.ly/zJ_Xv

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Garmin Connect+: I did it so Readers won't have to - Joel
    Ubuntu 25.04 April 17 - Joel https://t.ly/k_g2z

    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 Segment

    Mirosoft Mistake-a-thon
    MS Releases update for Office 16 Causing Word, Excel & Outlook Crashes - Chris https://t.ly/o_5tf
    MS is about to Launch Recall for Reals this time - Chris G. https://t.ly/LQIwY
    MS Removes 6-month old Win11 24H2 Update Block - Chris https://t.ly/6SsIQ

    MS Pauses $1B Data Center Project - Joel https://t.ly/P4GQn

    Copilot Wish - Joel

    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].

    Access Clipboard History in Windows - Win-V

    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

    Outlet Extender Multi-Plug Adapter https://t.ly/5GBcd

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

    1 hr 33 min
  • Episode 128 - Maybe, but you Gotta Buy me Dinner First
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 128 - Maybe, but you Gotta Buy me Dinner First

    Recorded Sunday April 06, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    iOS 18.4/18.5 Beta Releases - Chris G. https://t.ly/ejczG
    $5B Lawsuit over Apple eBook Licensing - Joel https://t.ly/gj0Q_
    Why the iPhone Fold WON'T be an iPad or iPhone Killer - Chris G. https://t.ly/lmufe
    Could the iPhone 20 be the iPhone Fold (due to iPhone X Redesign)

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Meta Intros new AI Models for Llama 4 - Joel https://t.ly/Hz26S
    Amazon to use AI to Generate Recaps of book Series on Kindle - Chris https://t.ly/8Jlhs
    Garmin Plus Backlash - Joel https://t.ly/kougz
    Google Workspace Gmail Security Features (Larry's email hell) - Larry
    Switch 2 Delayed due to New Tariffs - Chris G. https://t.ly/sXIZs

    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 Segment

    Microsoft Turns 50 - Larry https://t.ly/jLJRd
    Surface Laptop vs. Apple MacBook Air - Chris https://t.ly/WXXcA

    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].

    Larry

    iCloud Advanced Data Protection: What it does and How it Helps https://t.ly/6XEcA

    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

    Logitech Slim Wireless Bluetooth Mouse for Mac $13.46 https://a.co/d/bqLfMNg

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    2 hr 2 min
  • Episode 127 - Where, Oh Where have our Dulcet Tones Gone?
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 127 - Where, Oh Where Have our Dulcet Tones Gone?

    Recorded Sunday March 30, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    WWDC Announced for June 9-13, 2025 - Chris https://t.ly/w8zvb
    macOS, iOS, iPadOS Release Candidates Available - Chris https://t.ly/dXwC_
    iOS 19 Leak Shows New Interface - Larry https://t.ly/Ur1WO
    Apple is going to Spend $1.0B on Nvidia AI Servers - Larry https://t.ly/VDvBd
    Apple's M4 MacBook Air is in the House! - Joel
    Dongles & Docking Stations - Chris

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Google Gemini 2.5 Pro is now Free! (AI to the People) - Larry https://t.ly/03UCT
    30 Day Android Challenge Video - Switching between iOS & Android - Joel https://t.ly/cLoqW

    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 Segment

    MS Mistake-a-thon
    Local Accounts are a thing of the Past - Chris https://t.ly/UEleU
    Why Intel had to Delay its Ohio One Project in New Albany - Joel https://t.ly/bOy5k

    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].

    Libre Office is a GREAT Office Alternative - Chris https://t.ly/3sfjN, https://t.ly/70dE0

    **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

    Swivel Extension Cord https://t.ly/avV3N

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

    1 hr 47 min
  • Episode 126 - GC Stands for Guest Contributor
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 126 - GC Stands for Guest Contributor

    Recorded Sunday March 23, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Southwest

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    A moment of Silence: Woody Leonhard - Larry & Chris
    Apple Mistake-a-thon:
    Siri Sucks, and Apple Intelligence ain't Gonna Save it - Chris https://t.ly/wJLVA
    John Giannandrea's out, Mike Rockwell - the Vision Pro Guy - is in as the New AI/Siri Guy - Larry https://t.ly/xCkwe
    Axios Reports Lawsuit filed for False Advertising over Apple Intelligence - Chris https://t.ly/dUHFy
    Do we WANT a Foldable Apple Watch?? - Chris https://t.ly/GhIQB
    Apple will Launch homeOS in 2025 - Larry https://t.ly/iIXhp
    When will we see CarPlay 2.0? Apple Responds - Chris https://t.ly/ziTbR

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Android Central is Hands on with the Pixel 9a - Joel https://t.ly/uqPG1
    Why the Pixel 9a Ditched the Camera Bar - Joel https://t.ly/zFZjN
    FBI Issues Malware Warning to ALL Gmail and Outlook eMail Users - Joel https://t.ly/Z3-vA

    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 Segment

    MS Mistake-a-thon is Back, Baby!
    MS Kills Remote Desktop - Larry https://t.ly/EuLgj
    MS Stops Selling Surface Pro 11 with a Charger - Joel https://t.ly/IXGfM

    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].

    Chris/Joel

    Side-Load Applications to install Something NOT in the Google Play Store https://t.ly/h7za3

    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

    SUREWO 360° Rotation Backpack Strap Mount Quick Clip Mount with Expand Frame Compatible with DJI Osmo Pocket,Osmo Pocet 2 $14.99 - https://a.co/d/eAP0L0f

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

    1 hr 18 min
  • Episode 125 - You don't Want to Damage the Dulcet Tones
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 125 - You don't Want to Damage the Dulcet Tones

    Recorded Sunday March 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Southwest

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    Siri is just pitifully embarrasing - Chris G.
    https://t.ly/bpROX
    https://t.ly/hxP2T
    https://t.ly/FtMwE
    Siri is SO Bad, Tim Cook is getting ROASTED over it - Chris G. https://t.ly/oIB-9
    iPhone 16e has Bluetooth Audio Issues - Chris https://t.ly/N5SgJ
    Live Translation coming to AirPods - Chris https://t.ly/xpJu0
    Apple to support E2E RCS Encrpyted Messaging with Android - Joel https://t.ly/q1omB

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Google is ditching its Assistant for Gemini later in 2025 - Joel https://t.ly/tuYiZ
    OpenAI & Google to Ask the Government to Allow their Ais to Train on Copywritten Material they don't own - Chris G.
    https://t.ly/Jtn4G
    Android16 Beta 3 has been Released - Joel https://t.ly/D1E4q

    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 Segment

    Intel has a new CEO, but is it enough to Right the Ship, or is it too Late? - Chris https://t.ly/geZHG

    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].

    6 Things to do After Installing Windows 11 https://t.ly/Q5VJ5

    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

    Smart AAAA Battery Charger with 2 Counts Rechargeable AAAA Batteries - Ni-MH 1.2V 400mAh 1200 Cycles https://t.ly/eBf_9

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    1 hr 21 min
  • Episode 124 - Spring Forward, Fall - Help I've Fallen and I can't Get Up!
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 124 - Spring Forward, Fall - Help I've Fallen and I can't Get Up!

    Recorded Sunday March 09, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    Apple's Week of Releases - Chris G.
    https://t.ly/c3CSj
    https://t.ly/5K9E3
    https://t.ly/0NKHC
    https://t.ly/GBCJm
    Why the iPhone Fold Suddenly Make Sense - Larry https://t.ly/vT8i3, https://t.ly/gF7lu
    Apple's Smart Hub Command Center Delays due to Siri Apple Intelligence Delays? - Larry https://t.ly/OtvgC

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    OneUI 7 Set for an April Release - Chris G. https://t.ly/DiL4I, https://t.ly/zRobK
    Justice Department Demands that Google Sell-off Chrome in new Filing - Joel https://t.ly/KqjdT
    Galaxy Z Flip 7 may have a Full Sized Outter display - Joel https://t.ly/NFVng

    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 Segment

    MS has an Update on Shared Folder links in OneDrive - Chris https://t.ly/LMYS1
    MS Publisher Discontinued, MS Suggests Alternatives - Chris https://t.ly/LXXsr
    How do Intel's new Core Ultra 2 Chips Stack up against the Commpetition - Joel https://t.ly/JjSH4

    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].

    Customize the Quick Settings Menu https://t.ly/suCh8

    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) Apple TV Siri Remote Protective Cover by Fintie – $6.98 https://t.ly/QV1Ui

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

    1 hr 35 min
  • Episode 123 - We're Just a Real Quick, Kinda Drive-by
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 123 - We're Just a Real-Quick, Kinda Drive-by

    Recorded Monday March 03, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    Tim Cook teases new MacBook Air this week - Joel https://t.ly/UHlAd
    Apple to be Hit with Anti-trust fine in France - Chris G. https://t.ly/robn-
    US Intelligence backs Apple over UK encryption backdoor demands - Joel https://t.ly/7qYHW

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Larry is in the T-Mo Starlink Beta - Chris https://t.ly/radQM
    Hackers Stole this Engineer's 1Password Vault - Chris G. https://t.ly/HNrMm
    Nvidia confirms it is investigating RTX 50-series BSOD and black screen troubles, no timeline for a fix - Chris G. https://t.ly/89N4Q

    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 Segment

    MS Mistake-a-thon:
    Asking Copilot for a script to Activate Windows Brings up Steps to Activate a Pirated Copy - Chris G. https://t.ly/wUxrV
    OpenAI releases Deep Research to All after MS Releases Think Deeper to all Copilot Users w/out limits - Joel https://t.ly/Wwzso
    MS Quietly Testing Free, Ad-Supported Version of Office with Limited Features - Chris https://t.ly/IfQWO
    MS is Killing Skype after 14 years of Neglect - Chris https://t.ly/YWxXh

    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].

    Change your default apps to the ones you want to use https://t.ly/FWqn0

    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

    Compatible With Garmin, Rugged Woven Nylon Sport Band with G-hook Watch Band For fēnix/Forerunner/Vivoactive/Approach/MARQ/quatix/D2 Series Tough Replacement Band For Men https://t.ly/x2T2e

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

    1 hr 24 min
  • Episode 122 - That's What She Said
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 122 - That's What She Said!

    Recorded Sunday February 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    Vision Pro 1 Year in - Joel https://t.ly/JJs2T
    iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 16 Apple Intelligence at a Lower Cost - Larry https://t.ly/gAoWd, https://t.ly/a-j5Y
    Apple's C1 Modem - Is mmWave Dead? - Larry https://t.ly/mJERE

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

    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Parts of Humane Sold to HP - AI Pin no Longer Functions - Chris G. https://t.ly/4MtrY, https://t.ly/3ypim
    Sharing a Playlist between Friends - Joel
    Samsung's Tri-Fold Phone Available to a Limited Market & Won't have a better Crease - Chris https://t.ly/fJGvc
    OPPO Find N5 Won't Launch in Europe Either - Chris G. https://t.ly/UociV

    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 Segment

    Lenovo Slim 7x Issues - Chris G.
    Surface is Dead. Long Live Surface. MS Hardware Enters New Era - Chris https://t.ly/KZ5Qs
    Amazon Mistake-a-thon: How You Download Kindle Books is going to Change - Chris G. https://t.ly/R0kIT

    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].

    How-To: Turn Off Duplex Printing by Default on Your Mac https://t.ly/alc9W

    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

    Aluminum Stand for M4 Mac mini $17 - https://a.co/d/h5DFylk

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

    1 hr 40 min
  • Episode 121 - That's a Trip to HR Waiting to Happen
    The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 121 - That's a Trip to HR Waiting to Happen

    Recorded Sunday February 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

    Hosts

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

    Apple Segment

    Apple Event on Feb 19th - Larry https://t.ly/oWENP
    iPhone 17 Revealed - BIG Camera Bar - Joel https://t.ly/raZuu
    Tik-Tok is Back in the App and Google Play Stores - Joel https://t.ly/gmUUf
    Apple Maps to Start Showing Ads? - Larry https://t.ly/bQ5NJ

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    Mobile/ Linux Segment

    Apple TV+ Coming to Android - Chris https://t.ly/oy3l8
    What's Missing in Apple TV+ for Android - Chris G. https://t.ly/sG1Pa
    No OnePlus Open 2 this Year - Chris G.https://t.ly/M3zs7, https://t.ly/iy-z1

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    Windows Segment

    MS Renames the Gulf to Gulf of America following Apple and Google - Chris https://t.ly/TpEUz
    MS Forces the New Outlook on Windows 10 Users - Larry https://t.ly/TJ_cg
    Microsoft cuts older Intel CPUs from their Windows 11 24H2 support list https://t.ly/U_Dm1

    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].

    Larry

    Why you Might Need a VPN at Home https://wp.me/p164qm-1OZ
    Apple insider also recommends VPNs on Public WiFi https://t.ly/XS1Sr

    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

    Digiroot Stylus for iPad Pro 11" - $15-$20 https://t.ly/5O7JX

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