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The Tech Guy (Audio)inactive

Publisher |: TWiT TV

Media Type |: audio

Podknife tags |: Gadgets,; On The Radio,; Software How-To,; Tech News,; Technology

Categories Via RSS |: Technology

Tech experts Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent team up to answer all of your burning tech questions. From the latest gadgets to tried-and-true tech tips, Leo & Mikah have the knowledge and expertise to help you get the most out of your technology. So whether you're a tech novice or a seasoned pro, join Leo and Mikah each week for a fun and informative look at the world of technology. Call in with your live questions from 11 am-2 pm PT every Sunday at call.twit.tv. Get ready to level up your tech game!

Records live Sunday at 2:00pm Eastern / 11:00am Pacific / 18:00 UTC.

People |: Leo Laporte (@leolaporte)
Country Of Origin |: USA
Produced In |: Petaluma, CA
Frequency |: Weekly
Explicit |: No

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434 Available Episodes (434 Total) / Average duration: 02:21:14

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434 Available Episodes (434 Total)Average duration: 02:21:14

Apr 23, 2023

02:19:20

Leo Laporte has returned from his trip! He shares what tech he ended up using during the trip.
Dick DeBartolo joins us to talk about the gadget of the week: the Anker M650 Wireless Microphone!
Why are most modems for you to rent by providers such as Comcast so sub-par?
Are there smart lights out there that use Bluetooth?
Leo shows off the Inky Impression 7.3" Color Display.
Why is my laptop with Linux installed on it going through my battery quickly?
How do I disable iCloud Desktop & Documents syncing without losing all my files and folders on my desktop?
Is there any reason not to continue using Apple's Airport Extremes / Expresses?
Why am I getting a certificate error when listening to TWiT podcasts?
Over-50 gamers feel overlooked, study finds.
Should I get rid of my old Sonos V1 hardware that I haven't used in some time?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Dick DeBartolo

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1971

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Apr 16, 2023

02:19:43

Scott Wilkinson is here to host the show with Mikah! Scott talks about QD-Oled TVs.
What's a good brand of TVs that I can buy? Should I go for a bigger TV?
FBI is now warning about using USB charging ports at public spaces like airports. What can I do to protect my device when using these public ports?
What should I upgrade first: my TV, or my receiver? Is it better for me to upgrade both at the same time?
Mikah and Scott talk about HBO Max rebranding its streaming service to just Max.
What's a good smart home system that can be installed in my home? And why did my YouTube channel get suspended randomly?
Chris Marquardt and the assignment review of Perfect!
Should I switch from the LG brand of TVs over to the Sony lineup?
What equipment do I need to listen to Apple's Hi-Res Lossless format?
I need to replace my Blu-Ray player. What are some recommendations for Blu-Ray players nowadays?
How can I delete my Gmail emails all at once?
I'm looking to switch over to Verizon as my cellular provider. How might my streamed videos from Verizon look on a 4k television?

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Scott Wilkinson

Guest: Chris Marquardt

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1970

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Apr 09, 2023

02:09:27

macOS keyboard shortcuts, the shortcuts app, and Dropbox automation.
Is there a method, or even an app, I can use to delete & sort photos on my iPhone?
How can I create and add a shortcut for my Apple HomePod?
Is there a way to see a list of upcoming podcast episodes in the Apple Podcast app?
What are some ways to easily keep track of shows automatically that I've watched on my Apple TV?
Is there an external headset amplifier that one could use to hear better during phone calls for those hard of hearing?
My MacBook is slower after updating the operating system when searching for things on my laptop. What can I do to speed up my laptop?
Quick PSA: let your phones charge overnight!
Mikah shows off the Satechi 200W USB Charger.
Is there a way to synchronize two Apple laptops with one another?
Is it worth upgrading to the M2 MacBook Air?
What would Mikah and Rosemary recommend more in buying: the iPad Pro 11 or the M1 iPad Air?
Why am I being asked to unlock my iPhone first when asking Siri on my Apple Watch to respond to a text?
Can I use 2FA without a cell phone?
How can my goddaughter communicate with her friends easily when she is on an iPad, and her friends are on Android devices?

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1969

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Apr 03, 2023

02:28:43

Deebot T9+ & T10 Omni Review, Twitter 2FA, Mac Accessories, and more.

GM is cutting off access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for its future EVs.
Google Drive does a surprise rollout of file limits, locking out some users.
FTC readies children's privacy case against Amazon.
What is the best way to publicly organize and share pictures?
Why you shouldn't use your web browser's password manager.
Switching from Twitter's SMS two-factor authentication to an authentication app.
Accessory recommendations for Apple silicon M1 & M2 Macs and Ant Pruitt's Mac journey continued.
Are you still safe using LastPass even with a Yubico UbiKey?
Why your Roku's streaming quality might be pixelated.
How to fix Ring Doorbell announcement notifications through Amazon Alexa.
Mikah reviews the Deebot T9+ and Deebot T10 Omni robot vacuums from ECOVACS.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Ant Pruitt

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1968

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Mar 26, 2023

02:42:47

Gordon Moore, Intel Co-Founder, dies at 94.
Microsoft pushes OOB security updates for Windows Snipping tool flaw.
The FTC wants to ban those tough-to-cancel gym and cable subscriptions.
Why am I getting different internet speed results from different websites?
Dick Debartolo and the Dippin' Designs Egg Wraps and the Quickshot Fom Blaster!
Why is my iPhone backing up to the cloud at the same time I'm backing it up to my computer?
Is there a software-based soundcard I can use?
Johnny Jet finally makes it to the show!
Leo shows off his favorite bags, along with other devices, in response to a video question from last week.
Should I get rid of my LastPass vault after switching off of the service?
Why is my music from Apple Music suddenly playing in my car after not using the service for a period of time?
Why can't I install select applications in Windows 11? What is S Mode?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Johnny Jet

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1967

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Mar 19, 2023

02:36:22

Bluetooth pairing, new HomePods, and online security.

The Olympic Esports Series 2023.
Epic must pay $245M after luring customers into 'Fortnite' purchases.
TikTok Sale.
Pairing Bluetooth headphones easily to your Apple devices through an app/workflow.
Sam Abuelsamid and the Nissan Ariya.
What's the best way to speed up my computer?
Extracting images from iMessages to your Windows computer.
Chris Marquardt and the Photo Assignment Review of 'crazy.'
Webhosting & email provider recommendations.
Router recommendations & setups.
Leo demos the new Apple HomePods.
Recommendations for bags & backpacks.
Protecting your accounts online.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Sam Abuelsamid and Chris Marquardt

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1966

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Mar 12, 2023

02:18:36

Daylight Saving Time has begun!
Silicon Valley Bank collapses: what this could mean.
Why can't I broadcast MLS through Apple TV on my TV?
Should I be using an ethernet connection with my Apple TV?
Bill Nye on the importance of space exploration.
What's wrong with the trackpad on my laptop?
Dr. Mom calls into the show!
What are the latest and greatest WiFi-6 Mesh system options?
What are some alternatives to Google Photos to de-Google?
Leo demos the new Rode NT1 and talks about 32-bit float recording.
What options are there for a virtual audio mixer?
Is there a better way to improve the speed when searching for something in Windows?
Is there a speed improvement when plugging in a solid-state drive to a Raspberry Pi?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1965

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Mar 06, 2023

02:24:12

Twitter cut off its API access, and developers of apps like Tweetbot and Twitterrific are offering specific options to help them out.
A new iMac is coming out soon?
Why can't I access my files from the Google Takeout service? Is there another service I can use to access my Google data?
Is there an iOS shortcut for this?
The Father of Modern Genomics, Dr. George Church.
Lucid dreaming & headphones you can wear to sleep.
Is there an easy way to move contacts over to Fastmail?
Ant Pruitt & moving from Windows to Mac.
Is it worth setting up IoT devices on its own network?
Does Apple send out a notification to your old iPhone when your device reaches its end of life?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Ant Pruitt

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1964

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Feb 27, 2023

02:26:16

Blood glucose monitoring soon to Apple Watches.
US Supreme Court declines to hear a case by Wikipedia that challenges NSA surveillance.
US Supreme Court hears case on Gonzales vs Google and Section 230.
Bitwarden adds support for Argon2. What does that mean for you?
How can you get all your computers to read each other within your home network?
Alternatives for website hosting & how to move/export the content?
Leo shows off the ASUS 516 GE Chromebook.
How can you export your Apple Keychain passwords within Windows?
Is there an alternative solution to Google to store family photos/videos safely?
Rod Pyle joins the show!
What are some recommendations for a camera that can act as a peephole on your front door?
How can I set up a company-wide defender scan that is schedulable for multiple computers within an organization?
How can you set up your mobile phone to work in international countries?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Rod Pyle

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1963

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Feb 20, 2023

02:31:09

Running Windows 11 on the Mac.
White Castle fined for scanning employees' fingerprints.
Did an F-22 shoot down an Illinois hobby group's small radio balloon?
Why is my printer printing out a page of random characters?
Dick DeBartolo and the 17th anniversary of The Giz Wiz!
Why am I getting a warning when trying to update my version of Windows through the Microsoft store in my Windows virtualization software?
Chris Marquardt and the Gentle photo assignment review.
How to set up redundant internet through my router from different providers?
What international phone plans could one use when traveling to the US?
Leo has his hands on the Samsung S23 Ultra and shows off some photos he took with it!
How can you forward your email from Yahoo without paying for Yahoo Plus?
How many internet switches can you put on a network?
Plus, some special guests stop by the show!

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt

Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/ask-the-tech-guys/episodes/1962

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Apr 23 | 02:19:20

ATTG 1971: Sweet Tea & Pecan Pie - Al Jaffee, Bluetooth Smart Lights?, TLP Linux

Apr 16 | 02:19:43

ATTG 1970: My Eyes Are In Landscape - QD-OLED, HBO Max Is 'Max', Gmail

Apr 09 | 02:09:27

ATTG 1969: The Dog in My Handbag - Apple Shortcuts, iPhone Photos, M2 MacBook Air

Apr 03 | 02:28:43

ATTG 1968: See You at the Next CIA Meeting - Deebot T9+ & T10 Omni Review, Twitter 2FA, Mac Accessories

Mar 26 | 02:42:47

ATTG 1967: The Airplane Whisperer - Gordon Moore, Speedtest, Windows S Mode

Mar 19 | 02:36:22

ATTG 1966: Keep Away From the Hacking! - Bluetooth Pairing, New HomePods, Online Security

Mar 12 | 02:18:36

ATTG 1965: Wet and Funky - Silicon Valley Bank, Google Photos, Rode NT1

Mar 06 | 02:24:12

ATTG 1964: Podcast Dreamin' - Google Takeout, Headphones for Sleep, Windows to Mac

Feb 27 | 02:26:16

ATTG 1963: Always On Top - Bitwarden Argon2, ASUS 516, Rod Pyle

Feb 20 | 02:31:09

ATTG 1962: The Bottle Cap Balloon Brigade - Windows Virtualization, S23 Ultra, Email Forwarding

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