Secrets of Technology

A periodic digital detox can be beneficial to your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Joseph Sund, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the benefits and the steps to take that can reduce stress and anxiety from the effects of constant digital engagement.

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Get the scoop on the Apple public betas this summer from Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Pat Scott. It's safer than ever to install the betas, although there are still some cautions. Plus they discuss the features they think really stand out.

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Tired of walled gardens and ready to give it up for the freedom of open source? Dom Bettinelli, Jack Baruzzini, and Thomas Sanjurjo talk about taking the plunge by giving up Mac or Windows and making Linux your operating system of choice, including tips, instructions, and what to expect.

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Browser extensions and content blockers can make your web browsing safer, fun, and more efficient. Dom Bettinelli and Pat Scott discuss their favorites and give tips on how to improve your browsing. Plus power from space; doctors use AI; and laws for minors on the internet.

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With warm weather, we want to get outside to grill and barbecue. Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss tech for this outdoor cooking, from grills to thermometers and more. Plus, Netflix password crackdown, GPS woes, and Uber for swimming pools.

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Whether you're taking a road trip or getting on a plane, Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Joanne Mercier have gadgets, software, services, and travel tips to make your travel easier and to help you manage all the gear we take with us everywhere.

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Social media has a big impact on our well-being in the digital age. Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss 12 steps to curating our social meda for greater mental and spiritual health. Plus, Steam Decks go to war; private space stations; and open-source UFO hunting.

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Apple has introduced its AR headset, and Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, and Joanne Mercier discuss the Vision Pro and its promise and pitfalls, along with other Apple announcements, as well as news about the Vatican's own Earth-orbiting satellite.

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The US Surgeon General's new report on teens and social media offers even more dire warnings about the consequences for children. Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss the report and recommendations for what families can do.

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The old way of acquiring technology was through a straightforward purchase, but in recent years, subscriptions have become the norm. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Joanne Mercier discuss the pros and cons of each approach, as well as some tech subscriptions they deem worthwhile.

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