The New Screen Savers (Audio)

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Alex Wilhelm

Guests: Guy Kawasaki, Simon Hudson, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

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• The HomePod is now available in stereo and multi-room audio with AirPlay 2. But there's a catch. We show you how it works and if the sound is worth the price.
• Are you're looking for an alternative to Facebook or Instagram? Both Guy Kawasaki and Simon Hudson show us their 'anti-social' media app Privy by Cheeze, Inc.
• Jason Howell reviews the Lenovo Mirage Solo, the first standalone VR headset with Google Daydream.
• And just in time for Father's Day, Megan Morrone has some Father's Day Tech Gift Ideas.
• Plus we answer your questions in our Call for Help and Mail Bag.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Alex Wilhelm

Guests: Guy Kawasaki, Simon Hudson, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

On The New Screen Savers Episode 158 for May 26, 2018 with Leo Laporte and Megan Morrone:

• Did you hear about the Amazon Echo eavesdropping scandal? A couple says their's secretly recorded a private conversation and then sent it to a friend! Amazon has responded, we'll show you what happened and how to change the settings to secure your device.
• Jason Howell reviews the new One Plus 6. Does it offer a premium phone without the sticker-shock?
• In Call for Help we'll talk about iCloud Storage devices and the hoops you have to go through to change your Apple ID.
• Sam Abuelsamid from Navigant Research and Leo drive the Cadillac 2018 CT6 with the Super Cruise self-driving system. How does it compare to Tesla's AutoPilot?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Megan Morrone

Guests: Jason Howell and Sam Abuelsamid

The New Screen Savers is available for download at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

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On The New Screen Savers Episode 158 for May 26, 2018 with Leo Laporte and Megan Morrone:

• Did you hear about the Amazon Echo eavesdropping scandal? A couple says their's secretly recorded a private conversation and then sent it to a friend! Amazon has responded, we'll show you what happened and how to change the settings to secure your device.
• Jason Howell reviews the new One Plus 6. Does it offer a premium phone without the sticker-shock?
• In Call for Help we'll talk about iCloud Storage devices and the hoops you have to go through to change your Apple ID.
• Sam Abuelsamid from Navigant Research and Leo drive the Cadillac 2018 CT6 with the Super Cruise self-driving system. How does it compare to Tesla's AutoPilot?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Megan Morrone

Guests: Jason Howell and Sam Abuelsamid

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

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On The New Screen Savers for Saturday, May 19, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ:

• You've seen the barrage of Terms of Service emails in your inbox. So what is GDPR and all the changes that start Friday, May 25th? Danny O'Brien, the International Director at EFF is here to sort this through.
• After last week's segment on 360-degree cameras with DPReview.com, Leo bought the new GoPro Fusion camera. He's been playing around with it all week and shares his cautionary review.
• Now that summer is around the corner, Megan Morrone has some outdoor gadget picks including speakers, cameras, and a jumpstarting-car-washing kit.
• WiFi is a must when you travel. Leo took the Skyroam Solis 4G LTE WiFi hotspot and power bank with him to Japan, and we'll find out how well it worked and if he recommends the device.
• Jason Howell shows us a midi controller in the form factor of a guitar, Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1.

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Hosts: Leo Laporte and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ

Guests: Danny O'Brien, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers is available for download at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for bandwidth for this episode.

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On The New Screen Savers for Saturday, May 19, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ:

• You've seen the barrage of Terms of Service emails in your inbox. So what is GDPR and all the changes that start Friday, May 25th? Danny O'Brien, the International Director at EFF is here to sort this through.
• After last week's segment on 360-degree cameras with DPReview.com, Leo bought the new GoPro Fusion camera. He's been playing around with it all week and shares his cautionary review.
• Now that summer is around the corner, Megan Morrone has some outdoor gadget picks including speakers, cameras, and a jumpstarting-car-washing kit.
• WiFi is a must when you travel. Leo took the Skyroam Solis 4G LTE WiFi hotspot and power bank with him to Japan, and we'll find out how well it worked and if he recommends the device.
• Jason Howell shows us a midi controller in the form factor of a guitar, Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ

Guests: Danny O'Brien, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

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On The New Screen Savers show recorded on May 16, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Kevin Rose:

• It's the third anniversary of this show and it would have been 20 years of ZDTV/Tech TV. Kevin and Leo talk about working for the cable channel and hear from Becky Worley, Patrick Norton, and Megan Morrone. Plus, Martin Sargent makes a surprise visit.
• We talk about the big Artificial Intelligence announcements from Google I/O like Duplex. And next year Boston Dynamics will start selling its SpotMini robot. Leo already wants one.
• Dale Baskin joins us from DPReview.com to talk 360º photography. We'll find out how the platform is growing and get their recommendations on the latest line of cameras.
• So you are interested in buying cryptocurrency but don't know where to start or where to keep it? Kevin Rose shows us some hardware options for your wallet and explains the risks and pitfalls to look out for.
• Jason Howell spent the week at Google I/O and brings us his favorite tech from the sandbox tents.
• Leo and Kevin answer a Call for Help about finding a good email provider alternative to Gmail.
• In the Mail Bag, Leo recommends a wireless security camera.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Kevin Rose

Guests: Martin Sargent, Dale Baskin, Jason Howell, Tom Merritt, Becky Worley, Patrick Norton, and Megan Morrone

The New Screen Savers is available for download at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for bandwidth for this episode.

On The New Screen Savers show recorded on May 16, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Kevin Rose:

• It's the third anniversary of this show and it would have been 20 years of ZDTV/Tech TV. Kevin and Leo talk about working for the cable channel and hear from Becky Worley, Patrick Norton, and Megan Morrone. Plus, Martin Sargent makes a surprise visit.
• We talk about the big Artificial Intelligence announcements from Google I/O like Duplex. And next year Boston Dynamics will start selling its SpotMini robot. Leo already wants one.
• Dale Baskin joins us from DPReview.com to talk 360o photography. We'll find out how the platform is growing and get their recommendations on the latest line of cameras.
• So you are interested in buying cryptocurrency but don't know where to start or where to keep it? Kevin Rose shows us some hardware options for your wallet and explains the risks and pitfalls to look out for.
• Jason Howell spent the week at Google I/O and brings us his favorite tech from the sandbox tents.
• Leo and Kevin answer a Call for Help about finding a good email provider alternative to Gmail.
• In the Mail Bag, Leo recommends a wireless security camera.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Kevin Rose

Guests: Martin Sargent, Dale Baskin, Jason Howell, Tom Merritt, Becky Worley, Patrick Norton, and Megan Morrone

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

On The New Screen Savers show for Saturday, May 5, 2018, with Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Patrick Norton:

• After a couple of weeks with the new Caavo smart tv hub, Patrick gives his review. The device controls all your home-theater boxes and also has a voice remote. It promises to make finding shows easier than fumbling for multiple remotes, but it's not cheap. See how it works and if it delivers as promised.
• Imagine having a high-end gaming system on any device, even a smartphone. We will test-drive the Blade Shadow cloud gaming PC service. All the heavy processing is done in the cloud.
• Megan Morrone show us the WyzeCam 1080p HD smart home camera that won't break the bank.
• Jason Howell points out some of the improved features in the new Gmail interface.
• In Call for Help, Padre and Patrick help a viewer looking to get a new 4K TV.

Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Patrick Norton

Guests: Asher Kagan, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers is available for download at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for bandwidth for this episode.

On The New Screen Savers show for Saturday, May 5, 2018, with Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Patrick Norton:

After a couple of weeks with the new Caavo smart tv hub, Patrick gives his review. The device controls all your home-theater boxes and also has a voice remote. It promises to make finding shows easier than fumbling for multiple remotes, but it's not cheap. See how it works and if it delivers as promised.

Imagine having a high-end gaming system on any device, even a smartphone. We will test-drive the Blade Shadow cloud gaming PC service. All the heavy processing is done in the cloud.

Megan Morrone show us the WyzeCam 1080p HD smart home camera that won't break the bank.

Jason Howell points out some of the improved features in the new Gmail interface.

In Call for Help, Padre and Patrick help a viewer looking to get a new 4K TV.

Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Patrick Norton

Guests: Asher Kagan, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.