Program icons are being displayed larger than normal, using Starlink with telescopic kits, cloud storage, how you can reduce the amount of spam messages & emails, how to protect yourself on a shared WiFi network, and why a caller isn't able to check their emails directly in the MSN client. Plus, conversations with Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle! 
31% increase in home insurance claims involving virtual reality headsets 
There are fake Windows 11 upgrade installers out in the wild 
Good options for cord-cutting? 
Sam Abuelsamid and the Alfa Romero Tonale (& NFTs) 
Laptop displaying program icons larger than normal on an external monitor 
Best choices for cellphone warranties (in particular the Samsung Galaxy S22 
Starlink & using telescopic kits with the service 
Chris Marquardt and the Night Sky 
An interesting coding & executable file question 
Doing your own cloud storage 
Ways to block spam messages & emails 
Rod Pyle & the National Space Society contest and Starship updates 
Can you be affected by other people on a shared WiFi network when they click on malicious links? 
Troubleshooting why a caller can't receive emails directly within the MSN client 
Host: Leo Laporte 
Guests: Sam Abuelsamid, Chris Marquardt, and Rod Pyle 
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Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1868

Tech experts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent have the expertise to help you get the most out of your technology. From the latest gadgets to tried-and-true tech tips, tune into Ask The Tech Guys for an informative and fun look at tech. Call in with your live questions from 11 am-2 pm PT every Sunday at call.twit.tv. Get ready to level up your tech game!

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The people are pushing for the ban of TikTok within the U.S. Trying to use your WiFi network while on your mobile hotspot. Why is my Safari browser constantly crashing on start up? Be aware when purchasing SD cards on websites like Amazon. What happens with data that is stored in your iCloud but not on your phone? Plus,  Scott Wilkinson stops by to talk about the new TVs Sony announced recently. 
Arc Browser available for Windows. 
Heat Death of the Internet. 
Apple reports second quarter results. 
Meet the powerful tech insiders behind the push to ban TikTok 
Can you use a WiFi network when using a hotspot on the AT&T; network? 
Scott Wilkinson and Sony's 2024 TV's. 
A caller suggests some novels for Leo & Mikah to read. 
A follow-up question to last week's show about images stored within BitWarden and the idea of a "secure delete." 
Talking about the AT&T; security breach that happened recently. 
How does the iPhone manage files & data on your phone and within iCloud when handling older files and data from a previous iPhone? 
After upgrading to Sonoma OS on my Mac, why is the Safari browser constantly crashing on startup for me?  
How can I know when I'm purchasing a legitimate SD card on websites like Amazon? 
Are there any bank institutions that offer 2FA through applications such as Authy or Google Authenticator rather than text messages? 
How can I block outgoing traffic from Amazon's Alexa on my Ubiquiti network? 
If I have a bunch of HDMI cables from over the years, how can I test the cables to tell which is HDMI 1.0 and the other is HDMI 2.0? 
Why is my Windows Start menu disappearing after my machine goes to sleep mode? 
What's the best way to encrypt a USB drive? 
  
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent 
Guest: Scott Wilkinson 
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ATTG 2023: Choco Tacos for Cinco de Mayo - Sony 2024 TV's, HDMI Cables, Safari Browser

TikTok will be banned within the U.S. in nine months unless Bytedance divests, but now the government may be seeking to ban another popular Chinese product within the country. Why are a caller's photo uploads to Instagram failing? How can I get Siri to stop bringing up duplicate contacts when using it? Plus, Dick DeBartolo brings some exciting gadgets to the show, and Chris Marquardt goes over the Power photo assignment! 
Banning TikTok just puts a Band-Aid over social media's problems. 
Many people say their Apple IDs were inexplicably reset last night. 
A Chinese firm Is America's favorite drone maker. Except in Washington. 
With YouTube booming, podcast creators get camera-ready. 
What off-site backup options do Leo and Mikah like the most? 
Troubleshooting why a sound bar is no longer connecting to a caller's WiFi network automatically. 
Dick DeBartolo and the semi-smart lightbulb. 
Why are my photos failing to upload to Instagram? 
Is there an app that can allow me to send the same pre-recorded voicemail to those that I call? 
How can I get Siri to stop bringing up multiple instances of one contact when using the digital assistant? 
Is there a way to securely open JPGs within BItwarden without re-downloading it or opening the image externally? 
Why is my iPhone 11 unable to connect to my printer? 
Chris Marquardt and the Powerful assignment review. 
Why is the quality of my audio so poor when streaming through Xfinity? 
Is it time to upgrade my Intel iMac to the most recent Mac mini? Should I wait for Apple to refresh the Mac minis later this year? 
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent 
Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt 
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ATTG 2022: Which Wife? - TikTok's U.S. Ban, Off-Site Backups, AirPrint

Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent dive into a variety of engaging tech topics, from controversial phone bans in schools to the future of AI and data privacy. The duo also tackles listener questions on VPNs, mobile hotspots, Apple App Store subscriptions, and more. Special guest Rod Pyle joins to discuss the latest updates on Voyager 1 and the Mars Sample Return mission. 
Mobile Phones in Schools: Leo and Mikah discuss the growing controversy around schools banning phones to prevent students from being distracted in class, despite parents' concerns about wanting to stay connected with their children. 
Biometric Security and Privacy: A recent court ruling determined that police officers can compel suspects to unlock their phones using biometric data like fingerprints, sparking a debate about privacy rights and the Fifth Amendment. 
TikTok Ban Passes in the House Again: The hosts examine the implications of the U.S. House of Representatives once again passing a ban on TikTok, which is now headed to the Senate as part of a foreign aid package. 
John asks how to ensure that a VPN is truly protecting his privacy, and Leo explains the importance of trust in a connected world. 
Eric inquires about using NFC chips to log onto Wi-Fi networks with an iPhone, and Mikah clarifies that this feature is not currently available on iOS devices. 
Limitless: Leo pre-ordered a new wearable device called Limitless, which uses AI to record and transcribe conversations while respecting privacy by requiring consent from participants. 
Space expert Rod Pyle joins the show to discuss the latest developments with Voyager 1's corrupted memory and NASA's decision to cut ties with JPL for the Mars sample return mission due to cost and time concerns. 
Dan experiences issues with his mobile hotspot disconnecting when using his computer, and the hosts troubleshoot potential solutions, including checking for metered connections and power-saving settings. 
Fernando inquires about running local AI models for his work at a hospital, and Leo provides insight into retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and various open-source AI options like Dot. 
Tim asks about using multiple payment methods for Apple App Store subscriptions, and Mikah explains the workaround of manually reordering payment methods. 
Steve wants to move his photos from Google Photos to a hard drive, and Leo recommends using Mylio to easily import and manage the photos from Google Takeout. 
A listener, also named Tim, asks for recommendations on moving their DNS hosting away from Google while still supporting dynamic DNS updates, and the hosts suggest using Cloudflare or a router with built-in dynamic DNS support. 
Shelly experiences issues with mismatched drive sizes when attempting to clone her hard drives, and Leo advises using a sector-by-sector copying tool or rsync for more precise duplication. 
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent 
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ATTG 2021: Warp Glorp - Voyager's Legacy, TikTok's Future, and the Power of Local AI

Leo shows off Udio and Suno, AI-generated music services that've been making a splash in the news recently. What's the easiest way to rip DVDs nowadays? Is AliExpress a safe website to purchase goods from? Plus, Sam Abuelsamid talks about how AI is being utilized in the design of automotive vehicles. That and more are coming up on Ask The Tech Guys! 
Suno and Udio. 
Apple Music execs reveal months of work behind releasing Taylor Swift's new album. 
My HDR videos are taking forever to export from Adobe Premiere. What could be causing this issue? 
Can I force my S23 Ultra to get the latest security update? 
Sam Abuelsamid and AI's application in the design of automotive vehicles. 
How can I bypass copy protection on DVDs? 
Is there a thing as having too many eero routers on my network? 
Is AliExpress a safe website from which to buy goods? 
How can I host my own public game server? Can I do it myself? 
What are some recommended, budget-friendly video capture adapters for Mac computers? 
After creating a new email address, how can I easily notify others about the change in my email? 
How safe am I using tech given/purchased from someone else? 
Why can't I cast my Netflix streams from my phone anymore? 
I'm transferring my data from an iPhone to a Pixel 8 Pro, but my WhatsApp information always fails. What could be causing this issue? 
What Windows virtualization application does Leo and Mikah recommend for the Mac? 
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent 
Guest: Sam Abuelsamid 
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ATTG 2020: Flat Mikah - Udio & Suno, AI & Cars, AliExpress

Leo's Atari 400 arrived recently and demos the device during the show. Can you use an Apple Newton on newer Macs? Why do HP printers get disabled sometimes? How can you make your photos and videos searchable by various defined parameters? Plus, Johnny Jet shares his multi-plane trip to Hawaii and to be aware that the price of applying for Global Entry is going up soon! 
Leo's Atari 400 arrived and demos the device. 
Mahbod Moghadam, who rose to fame as the co-founder of Genius, has died. 
How can I extract audio from my Apple TV from HDMI and put it into an external speaker? 
What alternatives to Google Podcasts do Leo and Mikah recommend? Plus, can I use my Apple Newton on newer Macs? 
How can I re-enable my HP printer to print again when HP disabled my printer for failing to pay for HP Instant Ink? 
Is it worth repairing the screen on my iPad Pro, or am I better off replacing the device? 
How can I prepare my smartphone and DSLR cameras to capture the upcoming solar eclipse? 
Why is my Bitwarden browser plugin not logging in? 
What's the best way to convert DVD and VHS media into a digital format? 
Johnny Jet and his recent multi-plane journey to Hawaii. 
How can I make all of my photos & videos in Google Drive searchable by various set parameters? 
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent 
Guest: Johnny Jet 
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Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy: 1868

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