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April 21, 2024This Week in Tech 976: Serial Churners
Cops can force suspect to unlock phone with thumbprint, US court rules

TikTok 'ban' passes in the House again

Senate reauthorizes FISA spy program, but not before its midnight expiration

Surveillance Law Section 702 Keeps Us Safe

Netflix (NFLX) earnings Q1 2024

Americans' New TV Habit: Subscribe. Watch. Cancel. Repeat.

How One Author Pushed the Limits of AI Copyright

Amazon Prime Memberships in US Gain 8% to New High After Lull

Tesla recalls all 3,878 Cybertrucks over faulty accelerator pedal

Tesla asks shareholders to approve Elon Musk's nixed $56 billion pay plan

Cool or creepy? Microsoft's VASA-1 is a new AI model that turns photos into 'talking faces'

GPT-4 can exploit real vulnerabilities by reading advisories

Boston Dynamics' Atlas humanoid robot goes electric

Schools Want to Ban Phones. Parents Say No.

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Jason Howell, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Mikah Sargent

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2 hr 28 min
April 21, 2024Ask The Tech Guys 2021: Warp Glorp
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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2 hr 13 min
April 18, 2024Tech News Weekly 333: Boston Dynamics' Bendy Robot
Boston Dynamics introduced a new robot that has caught the attention of many people. How is Microsoft's AI Copilot impacting the coding industry? What are TikTok Notes? And what in the heck are Super Apps?
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy joins us this episode to discuss Boston Dynamics' introduction of its latest robot, the Atlas, and how it's a vast improvement over its previous robots.

Mikah Sargent talks about how Microsoft's AI Copilot is impacting the coding industry by automating coding aspects and saving engineers time.

Karissa Bell of Engadget joins the show to talk about TikTok's latest experiment, TikTok Notes, and how it is similar to Meta's Instagram.

Finally, Lisa Eadicicco of CNET explains what Super Apps are and why the idea of Super Apps is starting to make news lately.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Guests: Karissa Bell and Lisa Eadicicco

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56 min
April 14, 2024Ask The Tech Guys 2020: Flat Mikah
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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2 hr 18 min
April 11, 2024Tech News Weekly 332: FCC Requires Broadband 'Nutrition Labels'
Humane's AI pin has arrived! Apple is expanding repair options with support for used genuine parts. The FCC is rolling out 'Consumer Broadband Labels'. And former CEO Marissa Mayer has a new photo app called Sunshine, powered by AI.
Amanda Silberling of TechCrunch joins Mikah to talk about Humane's AI Pin, now available for purchase, along with a slew of reviews and hands-on with the device.

Mikah Sargent discusses Apple's announcement of expanding repair options for its devices, including support for used genuine Apple parts.

Kyle Barr of Gizmodo stops by to discuss the FCC's rollout of 'Consumer Broadband Labels' and where you might be able to find them listed with ISPs.

Finally, Reed Albergotti of Semafor chats about Sunshine, the AI-powered photo app started by former CEO Marissa Mayer.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Amanda Silberling

Guests: Kyle Barr and Reed Albergotti

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1 hr 3 min
April 07, 2024This Week in Tech 974: Get at the Young Youngs
House, Senate leaders nearing deal on landmark online privacy bill

Marissa Mayer's eternal Sunshine

Elon Musk says Tesla will unveil its robotaxi on Aug. 8; shares pop

Amazon's Grocery Stores to Drop Just Walk Out Checkout Tech

X's 'complimentary' Premium push gives people blue checks they didn't ask for

President Biden is now posting into the fediverse

Yahoo is acquiring Artifact to bring its AI features to Yahoo News

MrBeast calls for slowing down video editing styles

A TikTok Whistleblower Got DC's Attention. Do His Claims Add Up?

Price of zero-day exploits rises as companies harden products against hackers

App Store guidelines now allow game emulators; more

How Tech Giants Cut Corners to Harvest Data for A.I.

Google Pledges to Destroy Browsing Data to Settle 'Incognito' Lawsuit

SF Giants using facial recognition tech to fast-track ticket line

Apple (AAPL) Explores Home Robots After Abandoning Car Efforts

Host: Leo Laporte

Guests: Mikah Sargent, Lisa Schmeiser, and Harry McCracken

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2 hr 41 min
April 07, 2024Ask The Tech Guys 2019: Blame the Kombucha
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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2 hr 17 min
April 04, 2024Tech News Weekly 331: Preparing for the Eclipse
LinkedIn is testing adding TikTok-like videos to its feed. What do alternative app stores on the iPhone look like within the European Union. Business schools are integrating AI more into their coursework. And what to know about the upcoming eclipse if you're fortunate to experience it!
Abrar Al-Heeti of CNET talks about LinkedIn testing short-form video content into its feed to lure more users to its services.

Mikah Sargent shares some insight into the alternative iPhone app stores in the European Union, such as Setapp and AltStore.

Lindsay Ellis of The Wall Street Journal shares how business schools are starting to invest more heavily in AI.

Finally, Rod Pyle of space.com and This Week in Space stops by to share some fun facts about the upcoming eclipse and some tips for preparing for the experience if you're fortunate enough to see it.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Abrar Al-Heeti

Guests: Lindsay Ellis and Rod Pyle

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1 hr 12 min
March 31, 2024Ask The Tech Guys 2018: Heck Yeah!
Leo Laporte shows off another one of his recent Instagram purchases. Can you send out text messages similarly to a BCC email? Gmail turns 20! Plus, Scott Wilkinson joins the show to talk with Leo and Mikah Sargent about physical media and how often one wants to watch older movies.
An accidental discovery of a backdoor likely prevented thousands of infections.

The great rewiring: is social media really behind an epidemic of teenage mental illness?

What is My Ping Tag?

Can I text multiple people on an iPhone to function similarly to a BCC email?

With the changing landscape of broadcast television, a caller wants to know if Leo and MIkah think that traditional TV is dying.

Scott Wilkinson and March 2024's Home Theater of the Month.

20 years of Gmail.

How long can I continue to safely use an older version of an app on my phone?

Is there a way to backup photos without using a laptop?

With the discontinuation of Echo Connect, is there a similar service or process to announce phone calls and allow calls to be initiated by voice?

What hard drives should I get when purchasing a Synology NAS?

What's a good Linux OS to install on an older computer?

Why are certain shows on my YouTube TV recordings quieter than others?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Scott Wilkinson

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2 hr 23 min
March 28, 2024Tech News Weekly 330: Checking In With Apple Vision Pro
Tesla has opened its superchargers to non-Tesla vehicles! However, how easy is it to find one that's compatible with one in a big city? Mikah shares a PSA about "MFA Bombing" targeting Apple users. The FTC could sue TikTok over how the company handles its users' privacy and security. What is 'Project Ghostbusters'? And what does one tech reviewer think of the Apple Vision Pro after using it for over a month?
Emily Dreibelbis of PCMag joins us for this Tech News Weekly episode! She shares her experience using Tesla's superchargers with a regular EV vehicle and how difficult it is to find a Tesla charger that will work with non-Tesla EVs.

Mikah talks about a recent phishing attack targeting Apple users by exploiting a bug in Apple's reset feature called 'MFA bombing.'

Karissa Bell of Engadget talks about how TikTok is now facing possible charges from the FTC for handling users' privacy and security within the platform.

Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai of TechCrunch discusses how Facebook probed into Snapchat traffic to gain a competitive advantage over its competitors through a secret project dubbed 'Project Ghostbusters.'

Finally, Scott Stein of CNET returns to the show to share his thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro after using it for over a month.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Dreibelbis

Guests: Karissa Bell, Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai, and Scott Stein

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1 hr 23 min

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