Leo Laporte - The Tech Guy

What are some downsides to an ultra-short throw projector? How can I recover data from an old MacBook when the battery is dead? What are Linux operating systems to use on a Raspberry Pi 5? Plus, Dick DeBartolo shares some expensive gadgets from CES 2024 and Padre's CES 2024 Recap Part 2!
Car industry seeks to crush AM radio; Congress may rescue it.
N.S.A. buys Americans' Internet data without warrants, letter says.
Nearly 25,000 tech workers were laid off in the first weeks of 2024. Why is that?
What are the downsides to ultra-short throw projectors?
Dick DeBartolo and the expensive tech from CES 2024.
Is AT&T in California looking to no longer offer landline telephone services to customers in the state?
How can I recover data off an old MacBook Air if the battery is dead?
What should I be prepared to do when reinstalling an operating system on a laptop?
Why can't I reformat an encrypted hard drive?
Is there a way to enable encrypted folder protection within iCloud, similar to pCloud's Crypto Folder feature?
Padre's CES Recap Part 2 - Gadgets!
What Linux operating systems can I use for the Raspberry Pi 5?
After switching iPhones, why are my Airtags becoming an "unknown device," thus thinking that an unknown AirTag is following me?
Can I still buy the older Apple power cables that originally came with the older MacBooks?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Dick DeBartolo
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Who ordered the Apple Vision Pro? Why are my photos changing colors completely when I export them? Why can't I use specific 3rd party texting applications anymore when I switched cellular providers? And, the end of an era for Sports Illustrated.
Someone at TWiT ordered the Apple Vision Pro! Who got it?
Microsoft 'senior leadership' emails accessed by Russian SolarWinds hackers.
Sports Illustrated thrown into chaos with mass layoffs.
What should I be on the lookout for or be concerned about after getting a Macbook Pro repaired?
Is there a way around some issues that I'm encountering when using Google Takeout?
Rod Pyle and the micro-meteorite!
How can I display specific images on a television for others to view?
What's the best way to utilize my mesh routers to their more optimal utilization?
Why am I losing connection to my media server upon startup with my machine?
Chris Marquardt and the CLEAN photo assignment review.
Why is my exported photo coming out in a different color completely?
Why can't I use my 3rd party texting applications after switching cellular providers?
Could a Starlink-type satellite service be the future of cellular networks?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guests: Rod Pyle and Chris Marquardt
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Is there a way to play Call of Duty on my M3 MacBook Pro? Should I get a voice recorder to record my thoughts, or is my smartphone good enough to record audio? Can you upgrade from Windows 7 to 10 still for free? Plus, Sam Abuelsamid stops by to talk about the car tech at CES 2024 and Fr. Robert Ballacer, SJ shares his report from CES 2024 as well.
You can now pre-order the Apple Vision Pro.
Apple Vision Pro's lengthy sales pitch will include 25-minute demo.
The Atari 400 is getting an awesome mini edition.
Shutting down Artifact.
How can I equalize the audio of my mp3's?
Can I play the latest Call of Duty on my MacBook Pro?
Is a voice recorder better to record my own thoughts, or can my smartphone do the job?
Sam Abuelsamid and CES 2024.
Will there be a new 27-inch iMac coming out in the near future?
What secure messaging app should I use on a Samsung phone with Facebook Messenger dropping support for SMS messaging?
How can I get off Google's blacklist of "bad" domains?
Can I still upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10 for free?
Fr. Robert Ballacer, SJ, and his CES 2024 report on the trends seen at the convention.
Is powerline networking a better option than using WiFi to connect multiple devices in my household?
Is there a command line feature for managing information in text files?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guests: Sam Abuelsamid and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ
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What can we expect from this year's CES event in Las Vegas? Apple has begun sending payments out for its "Batterygate" settlement. Is there a way to keep your calendar information private and secure? And why am I getting so many spam callers on my cellular network?
What to expect at CES 2024.
RIP: Software design pioneer and Pascal creator Niklaus Wirth.
Apple starts sending "Batterygate" settlement payments to iPhone users.
Logan Paul promises CryptoZoo refunds, as long as you don't sue him.
Can I use my phone to transcribe my thoughts into a document?
Scott Wilkinson and the TVs at CES 2024.
How can I access a Samsung tablet if I don't have access to the recovery phone number or email account?
How can I better secure other's online activity after possibly encountering a phishing attack?
Is there a way to keep my calendar information private and secure without going over the cloud?
With my Pixel 5 getting the update to Android 14, will the phone be getting support for one more year?
In what ways can an iPad be used like a computer?
How can I reduce the number of spam callers I'm getting on the Mint Mobile network (a sponsor of the TWiT network)?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Scott Wilkinson
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No new Ask The Tech Guys on December 24th or the 31st. We'll be back on January 7th, 2024, with all new episodes! In the meantime, you can send us your questions to be answered on-air (video questions especially!) to atg@twit.tv, or leave a voicemail at 1.888.724.2884. 
See you on January 7th!
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
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How can I get emails sent to my Fastmail account to show up in email clients such as Apple's Mail app? What are the easiest methods to convert my old VHS tapes into digital files? Plus, Dick DeBartolo shares a cool beanie that you can wear with Bluetooth capabilities, and Chris Marquardt goes over the Unusual photo assignment review! 
Seven things we learned analyzing 515 million Wordle.
Inside Mark Zuckerberg's top-secret Hawaii compound.
Four men indicted in $80 million 'pig butchering' scheme.
Is there a difference in quality when I watch Netflix on certain devices?
What brand of keyboards would Leo & Mikah recommend that are quiet when using it?
How can I convert old home movie tapes to digital?
Dick Debartolo and the Bluetooth beanie!
At what point is it an issue when connecting to public WiFi?
Can I download my purchases from a streaming service like Apple TV+?
How can I get emails sent to my Fastmail account to show up in email clients such as Apple's Mail app?
Which free two-factor authentication app would Leo & Mikah recommend that uses the "push" functionality and not type in a code?
What's a great budget Android phone to upgrade to?
Chris Marquardt and the Unusual photo assignment review!
What's the best way to prepare myself to do cold-weather photography and capture the Northern lights?
What are some recommendations to get children started in computer programming?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guests: Dick DeBartolo and Chris Marquardt
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How can I allow someone on my Apple family account to make their own individual Apple purchases? Why am I not receiving any messages when correctly submitting my information to retrieve my Google account? Some last-minute gift suggestions from Leo & Mikah. Plus, Scott Wilkinson talks about the variety of online streaming TV options, and Sam Abuelsamid stops by to talk about Ample & its proposed car battery-swapping technology.
Apple responds to the Beeper iMessage saga.
Actors recorded videos for 'Vladimir.' It turned into Russian propaganda.
Google's Gemini looks remarkable, but it's still behind OpenAI.
Why am I not receiving a message from Google when I correctly enter my information to recover my Google account?
The casualties of the Podcasting bloodbath.
Scott Wilkinson and the streaming TV options.
How you can keep someone on your Apple family account while allowing them to make their own Apple purchases.
What are my best buying options for buying a MacBook in Brazil?
What USB Fingerprint reader should I purchase for my Windows machine?
Some last-minute gift recommendations from Leo & Mikah.
Sam Abuelsamid, crash safety tests, and Ample's car battery swapping technology.
What's going on with my Firefox browser?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guests: Scott Wilkinson and Sam Abuelsamid
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Why might you still be getting notifications when using Apple's Focus mode? Can you call your iPhone from your Apple Watch if the watch has a cellular connection? Plus, Rod Pyle joins us to talk about a "cannibal" solar storm, and Johnny Jet breaks some news that Alaska Airlines is buying Hawaiian Airlines!
When I have Focus Mode turned on between my Mac, iPhone, and iPad, why do I still get notifications when an email comes in?
My RAW photos are out of focus when viewing them in Apple Photos. Has Apple made a fix for this yet?
What's a good replacement device for Apple's AirPort Express to relay audio for two sets of speakers in different rooms?
When using my new M3 MacBook Pro, why is my RAM usage so high when I believe I'm not using applications that would use so much RAM?
A caller calls in to share a suggestion to hooking up Bluetooth headphones to your TV.
Why aren't my podcasts being removed in Apple Podcasts after playing them?
Is there a way to reset the iOS keyboard default key mapping?
Is there a way to call your own iPhone from my Apple Watch if it has a cellular connection?
Rod Pyle and the "Cannibal" solar storm.
Why am I never getting a notification when getting a call or a text message?
Why is my eero not maintaining its LAN connection when my ISP goes down?
Why do my Apple Watch notifications persist when I clear them on my other Apple devices?
Johnny Jet and Alaska Airlines are buying Hawaiian Airlines.
What can I use to toggle two different computers on one keyboard/mouse setup?
Host: Mikah Sargent
Guests: Rod Pyle and Johnny Jet
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How you can track and get the best deals for Cyber Monday and "Black November" overall. What can you do about using an older version of a browser that a bank no longer supports? Plus, Dick DeBartolo stops by to share a fun and weird coin bank for kids and a magnetic shelf to help with storage!
Mikah shares some tools & guides for tracking Black November deals.
What happened with my iPhone after updating it to iOS 17.1.1?
Why are my podcasts on my Apple Watch not staying in sync with my iPhone?
Why can't my iPhone connect online after installing an app?
Is it worth upgrading from an iPhone 12 to iPhone 15 currently?
Should I be worried about one of my apps switching to a different language while running an iOS Beta on my phone
Dick DeBartolo and the coin bank for kids!
What are my options for trying to do my online banking on an older browser that can't update since I am running an older OS on my MacBook Air?
Can you record the boot sequence on a computer? If so, how can you do that?
How can I move my edited photos from my iPad to my Windows PC?
When moving files within Apple's Finder, how can you prevent those files from being placed in random locations?
Should I have a secondary network setup within my home to connect my IoT devices to it?
Should I return my M2 Max MacBook Pro that I just purchased for an M3 Max version?
Host: Mikah Sargent
Guest: Dick DeBartolo
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Mikah Sargent is running solo today as Leo Laporte is out this week! OpenAI has had an interesting past few days as Sam Altman was out at OpenAI but is suddenly in talks to rejoin the company. Can you use an older iPhone just for the iMessage app? And is it worth purchasing your own modem & router rather than renting one from your ISP provider? 
OpenAI board in discussions with Sam Altman to return as CEO.
Apple announces that RCS support is coming to iPhone next year.
Is there a possibility of a new printer standard in the future?
What are some computer monitors that are great for extended periods of use?
Is it viable to use an older iPhone just for iMessage?
Can I set up a shortcut for my smart lights to let me know when they turn on?
Rod Pyle and SpaceX's Starship 11/18 launch.
Is there 32-bit software that can run Windows on an older Mac Mini?
I have my iCloud account synced to my personal and work iPhones. How can I keep my work content out of my iCloud?
Should I have my own modem and router, especially for my smart home devices?
How can I manage the number of spam calls that I receive?
Chris Marquardt and the Shiny assignment review.
Can you record an online livestream?
Host: Mikah Sargent
Guests: Rod Pyle and Chris Marquardt
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Sam Abuelsamid stops by to talk about the Rolls Royce EV vehicle, Spectre. Why are my contacts on my iPhone not syncing correctly with my Mac? And Leo's new M3 Max MacBook Pro arrived, and he shares his review and thoughts on the device. 
OpenAI's developer day - what was announced.
The Humane AI Pin is a bizarre cross between Google Glass and a pager.
Your car can keep collecting your data after a judge dismissed a privacy lawsuit.
Is it worth holding onto my iPhone 13 Mini as a possible collector's item down the road?
What's the better MacBook Pro upgrade?
Sam Abuelsamid and the Rolls Royce Spectre EV vehicle.
How can I get my contacts to sync on my Mac and have their names appear rather than just their phone number?
Leo reviews the M3 Max MacBook Pro.
How can I set up a phone so that a user can't easily make changes to it?
Is there a way for me to share photos with family members & have them leave comments on the photos?
How can I position my mesh WiFi system to eliminate dead spots in my home?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Sam Abuelsamid
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Scott Wilkinson joins the show to share some great TVs to look at for the month of November for some potential deals. How can you access those iTunes songs you purchased on your Apple device all those years ago and play them on your Android device? Plus, Johnny Jet talks about the busiest travel time of the year!
Apple unveils M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, the most advanced chips for a personal computer.
How Microsoft is making a mess of the news after replacing staff with AI.
What's the best way to back up my data?
Scott Wilkinson and TVs to look at for some potential deals during the month of November.
Why can't I use my purchased ringtones after updating to iOS 17?
How can I play my purchased iTunes songs on my Android phone?
What are some recommendations for an adblocker?
Johnny Jet and busiest travel time of the year.
Should I be concerned about security if I'm using an end-of-life Chromebook with Lacros?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guests: Scott Wilkinson and Johnny Jet
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Apple has a "spooky fast" event coming up on October 30th. Remember to join Leo & Mikah for their coverage of the event @ 5pm Pacific! What are some ways to stop video ads from automatically playing while using cellular data? And are there tutors for learning a program such as Roblox? 
X launches two new subscriptions to boost your replies.
HackerOne paid ethical hackers over $300 million in bug bounties.
Tens of millions now work in the $250 billion 'Creator Economy".
Apple sends out gift boxes with AirPods Max and 'Sweet and Spooky' snacks to promote Mac event.
Should I have a dedicated 2.4GHz router for my smart devices?
Why does a company need complete access to my Google Calendar for me to access their calendar?
How can I stop video ads from playing while using cellular data?
Can I transcribe voicemails to text?
Is there a way to force the iPhone 15 to shoot at 24MP?
How can I control the kind of information companies have on me?
Why is my Samsung monitor turning off and on constantly?
Since Windows ended the free Windows 7 / 8 upgrade to 10, could they end the Windows 10 to 11 upgrade soon?
Are there services out there to teach someone how to use Roblox?
Is there an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) that will work under extreme cold temperatures?
How can I download specific podcast episodes from a series at once?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
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It's Dick DeBartolo's 78th birthday! No wonder Leo and Mikah are dressed up for the occasion. How can you show your iPad and iPhone on your screen? It's software that Mikah uses on iOS Today! And how can I get my remote control to work constantly, rather than only after... cooling it down in a refrigerator?
Apple's iMacs and MacBook Pros are in short supply ahead of planned launch at end of month.
eero Plus update may block podcasts.
We'll be covering the Snapdragon Summit event on Tuesday, October 24th at 12:00pm PST!
A caller has some suggestions about setting a fixed route for your GPS.
Can you turn off CarPlay's Auto Navigation feature?
Why is my phone not starting up?
How easy is it to host a podcast nowadays?
Dick DeBartolo joins us to celebrate his 78th birthday with great gadgets!
What's going on with my remote? Why can I only use it after cooling it down in the refrigerator?
Is there an application like Mylio (A TWiT advertiser) for Linux?
A viewer wonders about Leo and Mikah's opinion on the iPhone 15 cameras.
How can you get ChatGPT on your phone?
What software or hardware can I use to show my iPad and iPhone in a recording?
A suggestion of a laptop for those more sensitive to LED lighting.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Dick DeBartolo
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Can I force my Maps application to keep the same route without modifying it? Why am I receiving an error 431 when visiting a webpage on my browser? And Rod Pyle talks about the recent eclipse, and Chris Marquardt joins us to review the prolonged photo assignment review of "Adorable"!
The satellites of the future are heading to space right now.
Leo shows off the Pixel 8 Pro phone he just recently got.
NFL Sunday Ticket draws about 1.3 million fans to YouTube.
Can I swap in a new drive into my Plex server setup when it's been backed up with a copy of my old drive used on the server?
How can I keep the same route on my GPS application without having Google Maps change it?
Rod Pyle and the Annular Solar Eclipse.
How often should I update my phone? Should I be concerned with my phone's security when traveling overseas?
What's the difference between cybersecurity and privacy?
Chris Marquardt and the Photo Assignment review of "Adorable."
What is "Error 431", and why am I getting it on a specific browser?
Why are livestreams not playing on my Samsung Smart TV?
Should I use a separate network for my security cameras, lights, and other smart home accessories for the best IoT security?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guests: Rod Pyle and Chris Marquardt
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What's the easiest way to record how-to videos on your computer? Why are some people receiving notes on their EV vehicles at charging stations? And Mikah demos a new feature introduced in the latest version of Apple's Safari browser: Safari Profiles! 
Zoom is launching its own Google Docs competitor.
Americans have lost billions in Social Media scams.
Did Elon Musk endorse Biden, come out as transgender, and die of suicide?
What software can I use to create how-to videos easily? And what service can I use to send texts to my customers?
Will Microsoft CoPilot have access to my hard drive on my computer?
Sam Abuelsamid and EV fast charging... passive-aggressive notes?
What are some recommendations for a USB-C hub?
Does clicking the unsubscribe button in emails let the sender know that an email is an active account?
Is it worth setting up a separate modem & ISP for my home studio setup?
Is a MacBook Air good enough for doing coding and data science work on it?
Mikah Sargent demos the new profiles feature on the Safari browser as he answers a question about Safari profiles and if it works with separate bookmarks and passwords.
Will adding someone to your contacts list in Gmail help not to put them under the spam filter in Gmail?
How can I get old voicemails and text messages off a deceased person's iPhone?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Sam Abuelsamid
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Why is the iPhone 15 Pro overheating for some users? Apple says it's due to an iOS 17 bug. What are the pros and cons of using the iPhone 15's optimized battery vs. 80% limit battery setting? Plus, Scott Wilkinson helps with a viewer's question about sync issues with their Sonos soundbar, and Johnny Jet has a tip to help recover your lost item at an airport more quickly.
iPhone 15 Pro Max passes CR's drop test.
Apple says iPhone 15 Pro overheating due to iOS 17 bug, not hardware design.
Linda Yaccarino tried to show the X app on her phone during her car-crash interview. It didn't appear to be there.
Mark Zuckerberg conducts the first interview in the Metaverse.
Why is my Android Auto head unit in my car freezing when I plug my Pixel phone into the car?
What are the pros and cons between "optimized battery" and "80% limit" with the iPhone 15 lineup?
Scott Wilkinson and fixing a viewers' syncing issue with their Sonos soundbar.
What computer should I get my kid who is creating video content and is interested in 3D modeling?
A caller follows up with an issue that another caller had a few episodes ago about some services placing you in the wrong location.
Johnny Jet stops by to talk about Leo's trip to Green Bay and has a tip to help recover your lost items at an airport.
With Google Podcasts sunsetting starting in 2024, what alternatives do Leo and Mikah suggest to replace the service?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guests: Scott Wilkinson and Johnny Jet
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Leo and Mikah geek out over the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 and iPhone 15 Pro, and answer your tech questions, from mysterious HomePod handoff fails to Chromebook upgrade recommendations.
Leo shares his experience with the new iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Tinder Select's new $500/month premium dating service prompts disbelief - would you pay that much to find love?
What's the best replacement for an aging Pixelbook?
Dick DeBartolo returns from holiday toy showcase events - slime your Barbie with the new Barbie Pop Reveal toy and race Hot Wheels in augmented reality.
How to curb AirPods' aggressive automatic device switching.
How to fix issues connecting Apple devices to Wi-Fi 6E networks.
What are the best practices when setting up a new iPhone?
What is a 4K native" hard drive, and why are there incompatibilities mixing drives in RAID configurations
A follow-up caller shares Chromebrew, a package manager for Chrome OS.
Why Amazon Echo's 'Drop In' feature is excellent for chatting with elderly relatives.
Is there a way to easily identify different debit cards in Apple Pay that have identical card images?
How to share share a custom email domain.
Issues with iPhone handoff to a HomePod pair that is also paired with an Apple TV.
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Dick DeBartolo
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The Justice Department is taking Google to court over whether Google has illegally maintained a monopoly in online search. Apple announced new iPhones this past week: should you upgrade to the iPhone 15 / 15 Pro? Plus, Rod Pyle stops by the show to talk about NASA's UFO report that came out.
U.S. blasts Google over paying $10 billion a year to cut out search rivals.
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro were announced at Apple's event this past Tuesday.
How do I transfer the data from my old iPhone to my new one?
Rod Pyle and NASA's UFO Report.
A caller wonders why people don't acknowledge that Apple helped invent USB-C when Apple officially switched from lightning to USB-C with their latest iPhones.
What's better to upgrade to from an older iPhone: the iPhone 14 or iPhone 15? Mikah shares his thoughts on what to consider when making that decision.
Is there a good widget to install on my Windows machine to watch stock prices?
Why is my Pixel 6 not staying connected to my WiFi network?
A recommendation for having your headphones & speakers operate simultaneously.
Why did all my files get converted to a .rar file after cloning my hard drive?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Rod Pyle
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Elon Musk's new biography from Walter Isaacson came out recently with some interesting information about Musk & Tesla. Is upgrading to the 2nd generation AirPods Pro from the 1st generation worth it? And why is my IP address showing me in a different location than where I am?
Takeaways from a new Elon Musk biography: Ukraine, Trump and more.
North Korea-backed hackers target security researchers with 0-day.
5th Circuit rules Biden administration violated First Amendment.
Why is my internet connection so bad, and can I do anything to improve it?
Should I return my mechanical keyboard? How easy is it to replace the switches in it?
Is upgrading my 1st gen AirPods Pro to the 2nd generation worth it
Sam Abuelsamid and Elon Musk's biography.
Why are my Echo devices randomly switching to my guest network on my eero network?
How do I unlock my SIM card?
Why is my IP address showing me in a different location?
Why are my podcasts not staying synced with my iPhone and Apple Watch?
Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent
Guest: Sam Abuelsamid
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