Best Mac geek world Podcasts (2024)

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Security Now 983: A Snowflake's Chance 2:07:11

41m ago2:07:11

2:07:11

Using Content Delivery Networks Safely The CDK Global Ransomware Attack The IRS and Entrust Polyfill.io fallout Microsoft's Behavior A Snowflake's Chance Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-983-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. Get episodes ad-free with Club TW…

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MacBreak Weekly 930: Enter Jiggle Mode 1:59:47

1h ago1:59:47

1:59:47

The public betas for iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and other operating systems for Apple devices are out now. Apple, along with Nvidia and Anthropic, used thousands of YouTube videos to train their AI systems. How close does Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra compare to Apple's Watch Ultra? Apple also opened its payment service to rivals in Europe following a s…

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Untitled Linux Show 160: Under the Microsoft 1:24:44

2d ago1:24:44

1:24:44

We start with gaming, talking about Bottles, Raytracing comparisons, and the Godot engine. We give the Zed editor a try, talk about changes at the Gnome foundation, and go all in on Wayland. Then put an M.2 drive in a Pi case, chat about Clonezilla, and celebrate Comet as the Linux implementation of GOG's Galaxy. For tips, we have findmnt, PiHole, …

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This Week in Tech 988: Flaming Corn Maze 2:28:31

5h ago2:28:31

2:28:31

Galaxy Z Fold 6 launches for $1,899 with wider displays FTC bans anonymous messaging app NGL from hosting children AT&T says criminals stole phone records of 'nearly all' customers in new data breach EU accuses Elon Musk's X of deceptive practices over blue 'checkmark' After 41 years Microsoft quietly adds spellchecking and autocorrect to Windows N…

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Ask The Tech Guys 2033: A Weak Back 2:14:32

4h ago2:14:32

2:14:32

Is there an easy way to convert an email into an audio file? Why can't I back up my files using both iDrive and iCloud? Why aren't banks using proper two-factor authentication methods? Plus, Sam Abuelsamid talks about the Cadillac CELESTIQ display and how manufacturers are leaning in more to software-driven features. FTC fires a warning shot at eig…

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GeeksPub - Captain Horizon Season 3 Round 1 1:00:07

14h ago1:00:07

1:00:07

Tim and David on the new trailers for Captain America and Agatha, plus the bomb that is Horizon and why do Transformers, well, transform? Plus Season 3 of The Bracket starts here!By MyMac Podcasting Network

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This Week in Space 119: Junkyard in Space 1:03:27

2d ago1:03:27

1:03:27

If you saw the movie "Gravity," you have a sense of the dangers of orbital debris—and the risk is very real. More than 25,000 objects over four inches in diameter are tracked by the US Space Force, and millions of others are smaller or untracked—everything from derelict satellites to dead rocket stages to bits of shrapnel and even just chunks of fr…

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Tech News Weekly 344: Samsung's Galaxy Ring and Watch Ultra 1:27:05

1d ago1:27:05

1:27:05

The Federal Trade Commission bans an app from being offered to minors. A beloved DVD rental service files for bankruptcy. An old website publication has been resurrected as an 'AI-zombified' website. And what Samsung announced at its latest Galaxy Unpacked event. Amanda Silberling joins Mikah this week on Tech News Weekly! Amanda talks about the FT…

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Hands-On Mac 140: Get a Free Apple Developer Account 7:44

2d ago7:44

7:44

You can join Apple's Developer program without needing to pay the annual account fee. Save for app distribution, a free Apple Developer account gives you access to the company's documentation, video resources, and beta software. Apple Developer - https://developer.apple.com Host: Mikah Sargent Want access to the video version and exclusive features…

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Home Theater Geeks 440: A Comfy Couch Home Theater! 13:16

2d ago13:16

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A.J. is a movie industry professional who built a new house in Los Angeles. Of course, he installed a home theater in the big bonus room with high-end equipment and a super comfy "pit couch" that's perfect for cuddling with his partner. Host: Scott Wilkinson Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today…

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Hands-On Windows 98: Copilot+ PC Hands-On 19:14

2d ago19:14

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With the introduction of the first Snapdragon X-based Copilot+ PCs this past week, Microsoft has added another layer of complexity to the Windows ecosystem. Or, another layer of choice, if you're more of the glass half-full type. Regardless, this addition is confusing to many, as it's unclear which software or hardware you need to access the many n…

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iOS Today 710: Apple Design Award 2024 Winners (Part 2) 45:03

2d ago45:03

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In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive into the second half of the 2024 Apple Design Award winners, covering the categories of Social Impact, Visuals and Graphics, and the new Spatial Computing category. They discuss standout apps and games that push the boundaries of design and functionality across Apple's plat…

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This Week in Google 776: The Geese of God 2:21:48

3d ago2:21:48

2:21:48

'We're Living in a Nightmare:' Inside the Health Crisis of a Texas Bitcoin Town Google Is No Longer Claiming to Be Carbon Neutral ITER fusion reactor to see further delays, with operations pushed to 2034 AI-Driven Behavior Change Could Transform Health Care Google brings new Gemini features and Wear OS 5 to Samsung devices Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultr…

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Windows Weekly 889: Works Best With Netscape 2:35:44

3d ago2:35:44

2:35:44

In this episode, Paul seems to be sitting in a familiar room! Could this be a sign that a game-changing enhancement to Notepad is rolling out? That's not all, as OneDrive seems to be undergoing some behavioral changes in a positive direction. After 3 weeks since the Copilot+ PC launch (2 weeks since Paul got his 1st model), the future of Intel and …

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The Break: The London Film and Comic Con, The Acolyte and Die Hard 47:36

3d ago47:36

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In this episode of The Walk, I walk along the Thames in London as I share with you some of the things I've been doing during my first week as a Digital Nomad in the UK. More information about my Storytelling Course and about how to sign up is coming soon!By Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

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Security Now 982: The Polyfill.io Attack 1:57:22

7d ago1:57:22

1:57:22

Entrust Responds Other major Certificate Authorities respond Passkey Redaction Attacks Syncing passkeys Port Knocking Fail2Ban The Polyfill.io Attack Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-982-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT a…

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MacBreak Weekly 929: Honkin' Down Their Snorkel 2:28:10

4d ago2:28:10

2:28:10

Apple finally approves the Epic Games marketplace app after Epic Games calls out Apple. Do the new Microsoft Surface ARM laptops outperform Apple's MacBooks? Be careful when considering stealing campaign posters; they might have an AirTag in them. And could a HomePod with a touchscreen display be coming? Jony Ive shaped the iPhone. These are the so…

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Episode 243: God Network News #243 - Media for Movements: A Clarion Call 7:55

5d ago7:55

7:55

In this episode, “Media for Movements - A Clarion Call”, brother Phillip who has been a missionary in Indonesia for more than 35 years, challenges arts, media and technology people from around the world, to come alongside movement leaders working among Unreached Peoples. To equip them to reach their own people, and other Unreached Peoples around th…

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Untitled Linux Show 159: It's Called a Movement 1:39:41

6d ago1:39:41

1:39:41

We take a victory lap for Linux, Cover the SSH vulnerability in great detail, and discuss Fedora's proposal to include opt-in telemetry. KDE ships an update, Nexus Mods is coming to Linux, and Meta has a clever link time optimization approach for the kernel. For tips, we have inxi for better system info, rolldice for all your command line dice roll…

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This Week in Tech 987: Often Plagiarized, Never Equalled 2:29:56

6d ago2:29:56

2:29:56

Why Surgeon General's Social Media Warning Label is a Bad Idea Russia says Apple blocks 25 VPN apps in Russia, IFX reports Microsoft MSFT Tells Texas Agencies They Were Exposed in Russian Hack Microsoft says it's okay to steal content published on the web Declare your AIndependence: block AI bots, scrapers and crawlers with a single click Perplexit…

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Ask The Tech Guys 2032: My Baby Loves to Boom Boom 2:13:12

9d ago2:13:12

2:13:12

Leo and Mikah tackle a wide range of tech questions from viewers, covering everything from backup strategies to AI's impact on creativity. The hosts are joined by the Home Theater Geek Scott Wilkinson, who shares an impressive DIY home theater, and travel expert Johnny Jet with essential tips for renewing your passport online and staying cool while…

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This Week in Space 118: Understanding the Darkness 1:08:55

8d ago1:08:55

1:08:55

For many of us, dark matter and dark energy are two of the least understood areas of cosmology and astrophysics. This week, we invited Alina Kiessling and Jason Rhodes, both Research Scientists at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, to explain these concepts and their broader implications for cosmology, exoplanet research, and more. Both of them are …

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This Week in Google 775: Chocolate Creme Filled Donuts for the Soul 2:45:01

10d ago2:45:01

2:45:01

In Content Moderation Cases, Supreme Court Says 'Try Again' – But Makes It Clear Moderation Deserves First Amendment Protections In The NetChoice Cases, Alito And His Buddies Are Wrong, But Even If They Were Right It May Not Matter, And That's Largely Good News Judge blocks Mississippi law that required age verification on social media Supreme Cour…

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Windows Weekly 888: Find the Blue Penguin 2:36:31

10d ago2:36:31

2:36:31

It's only been one week, but it's really been 14 years, and Paul is calling: Microsoft and Qualcomm have finally made Windows 11 on Arm both viable and desirable. Nothing is perfect, but this platform is pretty incredible. Some notes from the past week: Mission Accomplished As a reminder, Paul finally got the Yoga Slim 7x last week and updated on a…

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Security Now 981: The End of Entrust Trust 2:27:44

11d ago2:27:44

2:27:44

The regreSSHion Bug 50BTC moved Voyager 1 Update Email @ GRC SyncThing DNS queries Recall The End of Entrust Trust Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-981-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit You can …

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MacBreak Weekly 928: Hey, At Least They're Reading 2:03:38

11d ago2:03:38

2:03:38

The European Competition Commissioner says that Apple is showing anticompetitive behavior by withholding the release of its AI system in Europe. iOS and macOS Apps are exposed to supply chain attacks through critical flaws in CocoaPods. Happy Repair Independence Day! And Apple TV+ is growing in the US, overtaking Paramount+. EU Competition Commissi…

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The Break: Celine Dion, The Boys, Bear Grylls and Traveling with Tech 44:18

11d ago44:18

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The new documentary 'I am' in which singer Celine Dion shares the heartbreaking consequences of being diagnosed with the rare 'Stiff People Syndrome' may be one of the most important things she has ever recorded. In this episode, I explain why. I also talk about the controversial superhero series 'The Boys' and how its story reflects the current cl…

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This Week in Tech 986: Our Dope GPS! 2:26:29

15d ago2:26:29

2:26:29

Supreme Court Decisions, Snapdragon X Elite Tests Murthy Decision Should Not Foreclose Cases Against Actual First Amendment Violations What SCOTUS just did to broadband, the right to repair, the environment, and more Nearly 4,000 arrested in global police crackdown on online scam networks Mark Cuban's public email was hacked after receiving call fr…

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Ask The Tech Guys 2031: Three Weddings and a Baby 2:03:41

16d ago2:03:41

2:03:41

Four thousand people were arrested in a crackdown on online scam networks. What's the best way to get started working in IT? What are good alternatives to the Windows Mail app? And Mikah and Leo give their recommendation for a Wi-Fi system that's great for older users. Nearly 4,000 arrested in global police crackdown on online scam networks. I paid…

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Untitled Linux Show 158: Processor Weeds 1:28:11

16d ago1:28:11

1:28:11

We're diving into the weeds this week, talking about tapeouts, PCI-E specifications, and kernel scheduling on today's oddball systems. There are releases to check out, like the latest OpenShot, Pipewire, and Raspberry Pi Connect. And finally we look to the future of Ubuntu, Gnome, and X11. For tips we have umask, shebang, and archiemount. Find the …

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This Week in Space 117: A Home on the Moon 1:09:01

18d ago1:09:01

1:09:01

For decades we've seen images of huge glass domes on the moon and Mars, but the reality of building settlements off-Earth is likely to look much different. This week we're joined by Evan Jensen of ICON Build, a company that, in just a few years, has created housing across Texas via 3D printing. Now, in association with NASA, they are also investing…

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Tech News Weekly 343: RIAA Sues Suno & Udio 1:05:54

19d ago1:05:54

1:05:54

Emily Dreibelbis joins us this week on Tech News Weekly! We are starting to see some effects following Elon Musk's decision to lay off the entire Tesla Supercharger team. Which businesses have begun to benefit from the AI Boom that we're in? What Netflix has learned since expanding from streaming video content into the world of video game publicati…

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Hands-On Windows 97: Passkeys and Your Microsoft Account 11:35

19d ago11:35

11:35

The passwords we use to protect our online accounts are insecure and easily compromised. For this reason, Microsoft has been working with industry partners for decades to create and standardize new ways to reduce our reliance on passwords and improve the security of our accounts and the private data they contain. The ultimate goal is to eliminate p…

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Hands-On Mac 139: Customize Your iPhone Action Button 11:41

19d ago11:41

11:41

Discover the hidden potential of the iPhone 15 Pro's Action Button! Join Mikah Sargent as he reveals how to customize this versatile feature, from launching the camera and setting Focus Modes to activating accessibility tools and running personalized Shortcuts. Unlock new ways to make your iPhone work smarter for you in this detailed walkthrough. U…

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Home Theater Geeks 439: Understanding TV Brightness and Color 19:46

19d ago19:46

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After hearing about Sony's 2024 TV lineup, Dan is confused about TV brightness and color, especially as it relates to different display technologies. Scott Wilkinson sheds some light on this tricky issue. Host: Scott Wilkinson Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club …

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iOS Today 709: Apple Design Award 2024 Winners (Part 1) 53:54

19d ago53:54

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Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard check out the first set of winners and finalists of the Apple Design Awards 2024. They discuss apps and games that stood out in the categories of Delight and Fun, Inclusivity, Innovation, and Interaction, highlighting how these apps and games make the most of Apple's technologies and deliver exceptional experience…

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This Week in Google 774: My AI Fiancé 2:37:55

19d ago2:37:55

2:37:55

Google announces surprise Pixel 9 hardware event in August Jeff Jarvis testimony on the California Journalism Preservation Act This Week in Tunnels Toys r us AI video Exclusive: Amazon mulls $5 to $10 monthly price tag for unprofitable Alexa service, AI revamp Autobiography app OpenAI's CTO treats creativity like a problem to be solved — and that i…

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Windows Weekly 887: You're Drinking Wood! 2:17:53

20d ago2:17:53

2:17:53

We're one week into the Copilot+ PC, and the feedback is positive with caution! Key takeaways so far: Much improved performance and reliability, AI features mostly stink, but there is still uncertainty each time you install/do anything. Windows 11 Week D arrives with preview updates for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2 only The second Patch Tuesda…

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The Break: Star Wars Fandom; Marketing and the Church; VR Nausea 45:20

17d ago45:20

45:20

In this episode, I give you an update about my travel plans for the month of July, I review the Doctor Who season finale, I talk about what's going on with Star Wars fans and I tell you why I think the Catholic Church has a marketing problem. I talk about my experiences with the Pokemon Plus + and about why the Meta Quest makes me nauseous. The mig…

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Security Now 980: The Mixed Blessing of Lousy PRNG 2:03:44

20d ago2:03:44

2:03:44

Expected follow-up on CVE-2024-30078 From Russia with Love An EU privacy agency complains about Google's Privacy Sandbox? Email @ GRC Security Now SPAM? Orange Tsai needs help! Recall and 3rd Party Leakage Errata The Mixed Blessing of a Crappy PRNG Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-980-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or …

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MacBreak Weekly 927: Algae Wars 2:42:02

20d ago2:42:02

2:42:02

Brussels accuses Apple of breaking EU rules. There may be more indication of Apple's plans for its Vision Pro product lineup. Apple was contemplating partnering with Meta to integrate their AI system into the iPhone. And the Final Cut Camera app is now available on the App Store. Brussels accuses Apple of breaking EU competition rules. Apple won't …

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Episode 242: God Network News #242 - Media for Movements: A Clarion Call 9:38

19d ago9:38

9:38

In this episode, “Media for Movements - A Clarion Call”, brother Phillip who has been a missionary in Indonesia for more than 35 years, challenges arts, media and technology people from around the world, to come alongside movement leaders working among Unreached Peoples. To equip them to reach their own people, and other Unreached Peoples around th…

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Untitled Linux Show 157: Squidgame Installer 1:24:44

23d ago1:24:44

1:24:44

It's another Linux laptop, and this time Framework is bringing the RISC-V heat. There's an LTS battle brewing, KDE pushes 6.1 with more fixes, and X Windows turns 40. And don't forget the Firefox beta, Raspberry Pi going Monochrome, and more news about Kaspersky. For tips, we have a tiling shell in Gnome, the fuser command for finding what's using …

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Ask The Tech Guys 2030: From Whence Do You Hence? 2:17:28

23d ago2:17:28

2:17:28

Would you pay a monthly fee for an AI Alexa?? Can I extend the connection between my AirPods and my Mac? What's going on with my connection to my network when using Apple's Private Relay? Plus, Dick DeBartolo talks about the MAD exhibition at the Norman Rockwell Museum and the new AeroPress Go Plus! How the dash to ditch paper money created a playg…

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This Week in Tech 985: TikTok With Wings 2:44:27

23d ago2:44:27

2:44:27

AT&T Landlines, US Bans Kaspersky and DJI Microsoft delays Recall after security concerns, and asks Windows Insiders for help I just ordered the cheapest Surface Pro option - why I (probably) won't regret it Biden bans US sales of Kaspersky software over Russia ties The DJI Drone Ban: A Uniquely American Clusterf*ck Surgeon General: Social Media Pl…

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GeeksPub - Donald Sutherland and Yuma County FaceOff 1:03:48

21d ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Tim praises the movie The Last Stop in Yuma County and David says FaceOff holds up. Plus Discovery ends, New York, Jolly Rancher, House of the Dragon, and Identity TheftBy MyMac Podcasting Network

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This Week in Space 116: Spreading the Good Word 1:05:48

25d ago1:05:48

1:05:48

In the world of space podcasts, the Space and Things podcast is a keeper (along with ours, of course). The brainchild of Emily Carney, founder of the Space Hipsters on Facebook, and singer/songwriter Dave Giles, Space and Things brings us some premiere guests in the space sector. Subjects are always compelling, and as we well know, that takes work.…

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Tech News Weekly 342: California To Limit Smartphones in Schools 1:07:35

26d ago1:07:35

1:07:35

Amanda Silberling of TechCrunch joins Mikah Sargent this week! California is seeking to crack down on smartphone usage in schools. A new social media network has been launched where AI and humans coexist on the platform. Social media influencers are barely getting by. And patient safety issues have increased at Amazon's One Medical primary care ser…

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Home Theater Geeks 438: Improving Dialogue with a Soundbar 13:09

26d ago13:09

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Ray Davis got rid of his AVR and speakers, but now he's having trouble understanding dialogue from his TV's internal speakers. Scott Wilkinson recommends a soundbar that is designed specifically to address this problem. Host: Scott Wilkinson Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv…

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Hands-On Windows 96: Microsoft Copilot as an App 11:10

26d ago11:10

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Microsoft has started rolling out its new Copilot experience to Insiders on the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This is the new standalone Copilot app that can be resized and moved around the screen like a regular Windows app, and this new experience is also available on Windows 11 version 24H2. Host: Paul Thurrott Want access to the video versi…

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