In this episode, the hosts dive into various tech topics, starting with Samuel’s experience as a beta tester for the Bee wearable AI assistant, a device designed to summarize conversations and transcribe notes in real-time. He shares how it has helped him with podcasting and studying, despite its early-stage quirks. He also introduces Brick, a physical device that locks down distractions on an iPhone by utilizing Apple's Screen Time settings, requiring users to physically tap it to unlock access to apps.Ben discusses his ongoing tech projects, including fixing and breaking his article summarizer tool (used for SouthGeek News) and dealing with UPS package delays. Donovan shares insights into setting up SIP trunks for clients, highlighting frustrations with outdated procedures and corporate bureaucracy in the telecom industry. He also talks about upgrading firewall equipment for improved network performance and navigating the challenges of dealing with tech support for hardware exchanges. The team also discusses the rising costs of health insurance, government clawbacks, and the absurdity of modern ad-supported technology.The show covers several news topics, including Plex increasing prices and limiting remote playback behind a paywall, Roku testing autoplay ads on the home screen, and a malware campaign exploiting fake CAPTCHA prompts to trick users into running malicious scripts. They also discuss a Windows 11 update that inadvertently removed Copilot from the taskbar—something the hosts see as a feature rather than a bug.The conversation wraps up with thoughts on AI, including Google's new Gemma 3 model and the broader implications of AI in consumer tech, as well as reflections on gaming consoles, Linux, and the future of Windows. A lighthearted moment arises when Donovan rants about his struggle to find a non-smart TV and reminisces about classic gaming consoles.This episode is packed with humor, deep technical insights, and the usual candid banter among the hosts, making for an entertaining and informative listen.

Sam’s Tech Suggestions

Bee

Links
Apple will soon support encrypted RCS messaging with Android users | The Verge
Gemini Live will learn to peer through your camera lens in a few weeks - Ars Technica
Google calls Gemma 3 the most powerful AI model you can run on one GPU | The Verge
FBI Warning—Gmail, Outlook And VPN Users Need To Act Now
Windows 11 update accidentally erases Copilot for some users - here's how to get it back | ZDNET
That weird CAPTCHA could be a malware trap - here's how to protect yourself | ZDNET
Microsoft's Remote Desktop app is being killed soon | PCWorld
“They curdle like milk”: WB DVDs from 2006–2008 are rotting away in their cases - Ars Technica
Does the World Even Want Digg in 2025?
Important 2025 Plex Updates | Plex

Hosts
Donovan Adkisson
Ben Rehberg
Samuel Lewis

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