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Secrets of Technology episodes

May 06, 2021 Amazon Kindle Tips and Tricks
Whether you own a Kindle device or just use the Kindle apps, buy Kindle books or get free ebooks, Dom, Thomas, and Jack share their best tips and tricks for getting the most from your ebooks. Plus the latest space news, a Linux dustup, and more.
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April 29, 2021 Get Rid Of Your Old Tech Responsibly
TEC112: When you have old technology that you no longer need, what can you do with it? Dom, Jack, and Thomas discuss the options to sell, give away, donate, recycle, or trade in your old computer, phones, and other technology.Plus the latest Big Data news.
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Links for this episode:

* How to Recycle Old Electronics – Consumer Reports
* Freecycle
* Low End Mac
* Be Safe Selling Online – Bettnet.com
* Battery & Cellphone Dropoff Locations | Call2Recycle
* Recycle Locator
* Recycling Center Search – Earth911.com
* Goodwill and Dell Expand Free Computer Recycling Programs – Goodwill Industries International
* Goodwill | Donate Computers, Laptops & Electronics | Recycle
* Give Computers – World Computer Exchange
* eBay for Charity
* Keep Old Tech Alive
* iOS 14.5 now available to everyone; here are all of the new features – 9to5Mac
* Congress Says Foreign Intel Services Could Abuse Ad Networks for Spying
* Detroit man sues police for wrongful arrest based on facial recognition – The Verge
* Mastercard is acquiring identity verification company Ekata for $850M – TechCrunch

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Picks of the Week:

* Jack: iFlash Adapter for iPods
* Thomas: Tabletop Simulator
57 min
April 29, 2021 Get Rid Of Your Old Tech Responsibly
When you have old technology that you no longer need, what can you do with it? Dom, Jack, and Thomas discuss the options to sell, give away, donate, recycle, or trade in your old computer, phones, and other technology.Plus the latest Big Data news.
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57 min
April 22, 2021 Apple Was Spring Loaded
TEC111: Apple had a flurry of announcements this week and Dom, Joanne, and Fr. Cory discuss them all–new iMac, new iPad Pro, new AppleTV, AirTags, and more–including whether they’re worth your time and money and what the new technologies tell us is coming in the future.
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* Apple’s Find My network now offers new third-party finding experiences
* Apple introduces new iPad Pro featuring breakthrough M1 chip, ultra-fast 5G, and stunning 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
* Apple introduces Apple Card Family, enabling people to share Apple Card and build credit together
* Apple leads the next chapter of podcasting with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions
* Apple introduces AirTag
* Apple unveils the next generation of Apple TV 4K, making the best device for watching shows and movies even better
* Apple introduces iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini in a stunning new purple
* All-new iMac features stunning design in a spectrum of vibrant colors, the breakthrough M1 chip, and a brilliant 4.5K Retina display
* Apple says iMessage on Android ‘will hurt us more than help us’ – The Verge
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Picks of the Week:
* Joanne: Evernote
* Fr. Cory: Corsair memory
* Dom: One Switch
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1 hr 14 min
April 22, 2021 Apple Was Spring Loaded
Apple had a flurry of announcements this week and Dom, Joanne, and Fr. Cory discuss them all--new iMac, new iPad Pro, new AppleTV, AirTags, and more--including whether they're worth your time and money and what the new technologies tell us is coming in the future.
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1 hr 14 min
April 15, 2021 What is an NFT?
TEC110: NFTs or non-fungible tokens are hot, but what are they? Dom, Pat, and Thomas explain NFTs and how they may be compared to relics of saints. Plus discussing employer required apps on personal phones and more.
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Links for this episode:

* NFTs, explained: what they are, and why they’re suddenly worth millions – The Verge
* What Is An NFT—And Should You Buy One?
* Apple and Google block official UK COVID-19 app update – Naked Security
* School custodian refuses to download phone app that monitors location, says it got her fired | CBC News
* Apple Arcade finally got the boost it needed – The Verge

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Picks of the Week:

* Thomas: How To Make Everything – YouTube
* Pat:
* Dom: Yoink for Mac

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58 min
April 15, 2021 What is an NFT?
NFTs or non-fungible tokens are hot, but what are they? Dom, Pat, and Thomas explain NFTs and how they may be compared to relics of saints. Plus discussing employer required apps on personal phones and more.
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58 min
April 08, 2021 Choosing Web Hosting, Domain Registrar, and Email Server
TEC109: When you want to stake your claim on the internet, you need your own web site and email address. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss some options for choosing, what to look for, and some providers they’ve had experience with.
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Links for this episode:

* Bluehost
* DigitalOcean
* ServerPilot
* HostGator
* HostPapa
* Squarespace
* Wix
* eCatholic
* Hover.com
* Namecheap
* Google Workspace
* Fastmail
* Exchange Online
* Motorola is trying that ‘your phone can be a PC’ thing again | Engadget
* Whistleblower: Ubiquiti Breach “Catastrophic” – Krebs on Security
* Gaming mods, cheat engines are spreading Trojan malware and planting backdoors | ZDNet
* Microsoft’s Cortana meets an untimely end on iOS and Android | Ars Technica
* Child tweets gibberish from US nuclear-agency account – BBC News

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Picks of the Week:

* Fr. Andrew: Parallels: Mac & Windows Virtualization
* Pat: CodeWeavers
* Dom: AllTrails

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59 min
April 08, 2021 Choosing Web Hosting, Domain Registrar, and Email Server
When you want to stake your claim on the internet, you need your own web site and email address. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss some options for choosing, what to look for, and some providers they've had experience with.
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59 min
April 01, 2021 Avoiding Fleeceware
TEC108: Fleeceware are apps that trick you into spending a lot more money on them than you wanted and Dom, Joanne, and Fr. Cory discuss how to identify these apps and how to avoid them. Plus VR for seniors improves their lives, Amazon’s biometric consent, and movies back in theatres next year.
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Links for this episode:

* MAMEDEV.org | Home of The MAME Project
* How to Tell If You’re Being Scammed By Fleeceware Apps
* Grandmother shocked by $1,400 in video games charges on her credit card that won’t be refunded | CTV News
* Virtual Reality Brings Joy to People in Assisted-Living Facilities | WSJ (Paywall)
* Amazon Delivery Drivers Forced to Sign ‘Biometric Consent’ Form or Lose Job
* Warner Bros. will return to theatrical releases in 2022, ending its HBO Max experiment – The Verge

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Picks of the Week:

* Joanne: HyperJuice Stackable GaN Charger (65W & 100W USB-C) by HYPER by Sanho Corporation — Kickstarter
* Fr. Cory: MemTest86
* Dom: Mountain for macOS

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1 hr 6 min

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The Secrets of Technology offers a weekly look at the world of technology from a uniquely Catholic perspective. Each episode explores tech news, digital culture, privacy, AI, gadgets, and practical…