Best The Grass Factor Podcasts (2025)

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This Week in Tech 1059: I'm Interested in Your Toolset 2:57:52

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A judge is racing to break up Google's advertising empire before they can appeal, while Microsoft's Copilot stumbles on camera. Australia's sweeping social bans, Roblox's selfie requirement, and flawed AI moderation spark sharp debate on what happens when online gatekeeping gets serious. Top MAGA Influencers Accidentally Unmasked as Foreign Trolls …

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Untitled Linux Show 230: Bake The Man a Pie 1:30:05

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This week Qualcomm is back, and maybe everything is terrible with Arduino. Valve has been funding more Open Source work, and we're reading those tea leaves. Blender is out, AMD is writing code for their next-gen GPUs, and there's finally a remote access solution for Wayland. For tips, we have LibrePods for better AirPod support on Linux, paru for a…

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Hands-On Tech 243: How Often Should I Replace Surge Protectors? 34:56

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On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Elizabeth asks Mikah Sargent if she really needs to replace power strips after a period of time. And Stan wonders if there are any smart light switches that can connect to his 5.4 GHz router? Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected] Host: Mikah Sargent Download …

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This Week in Space 187: An Inspired Enterprise 1:08:30

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Were you inspired by "Star Trek" (or one of its innumerable spinoffs) as a young person? We know we were, so it was a pleasure to invite Glen Swanson, author of the new Star Trek history book "Inspired Enterprise" onto the show. We've all heard lore about the original series, but Swanson, who was previously the Chief Historian at the Johnson Space …

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Tech News Weekly 414: Viral TikTok AI Pen Flunks The Test 1:03:42

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Dan Moren of Six Colors joins Mikah Sargent this week! Apple Wallet's mobile driver's license feature is expanding to more users. An AI-powered teddy bear was caught giving explicit and graphic instructions to children. Google unveiled Gemini 3. And can AI-powered smart pens give you an edge in your academics? Dan covers the expansion of Apple Wall…

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Hands-On Windows 167: Tiny 11 Builder 22:08

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Imagine Windows 11 without Edge, OneDrive, or Copilot. This episode dives into Tiny11Builder, the tool that strips Windows down to just what you want—no corporate extras. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of…

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Hands-On Apple 209: Understanding Sounds & Haptics 22:06

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Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience. Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods Fine-tuning ringtone and alert v…

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Home Theater Geeks 509: Best Type of Center Speaker 17:48

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Listener Jason asks which is better for the center channel: a speaker designed for that purpose, or the same speaker as the front left and right? What are the pros and cons of each approach? Also, same question for the surround speakers. Scott Wilkinson has some answers. Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://t…

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iOS Today 779: Holiday Planning 41:44

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Ready to ditch holiday stress? Discover the relatively new Apple Invites app and cutting-edge planning tools that could change how you host, organize, and celebrate with friends and family this season. Apple Invites app demo: shared photos, playlists, and event updates Partiful vs. Apple Invites: choosing invite apps friends actually use Shared rem…

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3 Simple Steps for a Great Holiday 19:34

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Send us a text This week, I’m inviting you into a conversation that’s all about wisdom — not the big, lofty kind, but the kind you can actually live. The kind that helps you walk into the holiday season feeling grounded, intentional, and connected to what matters most. I’m sharing the two principles from Maester T. Colin Campbell that changed the w…

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Intelligent Machines 846: Chivelord 2:43:51

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What does it take to build tech the world actually trusts? Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales joins the crew to dig into the real crisis behind AI, social networks, and the web: trust, and how to build it when the stakes are global. Teen founders raise $6M to reinvent pesticides using AI — and convince Paul Graham to join in Introducing SlopStop: Commun…

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Windows Weekly 959: Thurrott Syndrome 2:29:40

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Ahead of Microsoft Ignite 2025, Windows boss Pavan Davuluri tweeted an innocuous post about nothing, and all hell broke loose. We are broken as a community and it's time to cull the herd. Ignite 2025 Fun aside: Google could have announced Gemini 3 at any time, but they chose the opening day of Ignite. Who's dancing now? No Satya and suddenly the ke…

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Security Now 1052: Global Cellphone Tracking 3:02:07

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Think your cell phone is safe from tracking? Steve reveals how global networks let anyone pinpoint your location—no hacking required and no malware involved. Apple introduces a new Digital ID inside Wallet. Checkout.com refuses to pay a ransom demand. Google announces "Private AI Compute" in the cloud. Google backpedals on their "devs must register…

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MacBreak Weekly 999: Rough Depowdering 2:34:12

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Speculation about Tim Cook's eventual successor is ramping up, as he may announce his retirement as early as next year. A federal jury in California rules that Apple must pay Masimo $634 million for patent infringement. And Apple unveils how cases for the Apple Watch Series 11 & Ultra 3 were 3D-printed this year. Apple intensifies succession planni…

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This Week in Tech 1058: Furry Little Potatoes 3:19:52

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Meta's Ray-Ban Display glasses steal the spotlight on a Rome trip, triggering debates about privacy, wearable tech etiquette, and the uncomfortable power of recording the world through your eyewear. Plus, gadgets scanning your urine, bots shaping your inbox, and the future of Disney+! Counting Renaissance butts in Rome with the Meta Ray-Ban Display…

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Hands-On Tech 242: Powerline Networking 28:44

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In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Lance asks Mikah Sargent about the pros and cons of using powerline ethernet adapters, and Mikah shares his strong thoughts on these devices. Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! [email protected] Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/s…

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Untitled Linux Show 229: Full Steam Ahead 2:03:33

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Valve is going to attempt the Linux trifecta, Firefox is adding more AI and people aren't happy, and the kernel is refining its own AI guidelines. FFmpeg is tired of AI generated CVEs, no matter how good they are! Rust isn't always more secure, your Ubuntu desktop can last for 15 years now, and OpenSUSE Tumbleweed has some surprises. For Tips, we c…

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This Week in Space 186: Snow on the Moon? 1:13:48

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Snow on the moon? Yes, though not recently... but maybe billions of years ago. Recent discoveries indicate that the early moon, orbiting just 20,000 miles above our planet at the time, may have shared a dynamic magnetic field with that of the Earth, resulting in the moon having an early atmosphere about twice as dense as the Martian atmosphere is t…

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Tech News Weekly 413: Testing Valve's Steam Frame, Machine & Controller 1:12:11

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Jacob Ward of The Rip Current joins Mikah Sargent this week! Tech titans are investing millions into genetically engineered babies. A lot of those who worry about data privacy feel like their actions make no difference. Comments from Windows lead Pavan Davuluri on the future of Windows received a lot of blowback online. And Valve announced a trio o…

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Hands-On Windows 166: Power Toys 2025 Update 13:01

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Windows keeps improving behind the scenes, but sometimes the most useful updates come from PowerToys. Get the inside scoop on which PowerToys utilities may be headed for official Windows status and why you'll want the latest version right away. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows W…

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Hands-On Apple 208: Eye Tracking on iPhone 11:50

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Control your iPhone just by looking at it. Mikah Sargent dives into the eye-tracking (and head tracking) feature on iOS, showing how it contributes to accessibility and reimagines device interaction. How to set up and use iOS eye tracking controls Eye tracking customization: smoothing, snap to item, dwell control, and more Eye tracking training pro…

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Home Theater Geeks 508: LG Multi-View Mode 11:33

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Michael S wonders about his LG B7A OLED TV's Multi-View (side-by-side) mode. Apparently, one of the side-by-side images must be from the TV's internal tuner. Is that normal? Scott Wilkinson has the answer. Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home-theater-geeks Want access to the ad-free video a…

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iOS Today 778: Nutrition Tracking 39:55

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Running out of meal ideas or tired of over-complicated food logging? This episode showcases smart, lesser-known nutrition tools and creative ways to track what you eat, based on real-life experiences and some honest app talk. FoodNoms highlighted for privacy-focused nutrition tracking and Apple Health integration MyFitnessPal offers a massive datab…

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Positivity — The Quiet Confidence That Goodness Still Exists 19:40

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Send us a text Hey friends — this week, I’m talking about something close to my heart: positivity — not the fake-it-till-you-make-it kind, but the quiet confidence that goodness still exists, even when life feels heavy and out of balance. I’ll share stories from my week — like seeing my daughter and her foster kittens (Solstice and Equinox) and how…

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Intelligent Machines 845: Pregnant With 83 Digital Assistants 2:49:12

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Can radical optimism about AI truly shape our future, or are we stuck in a cycle of doom-and-hype? This episode features an unfiltered debate with Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly on why most fears about artificial intelligence might be missing the bigger picture. Vibe Coding' Named Word of the Year By Collins Dictionary OpenAI CFO Says Company Isn't S…

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Windows Weekly 958: Personal Turkey 2:31:56

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Windows 11 just got its most noticeable Start menu revamp in a while, but is it a productivity boost or just more Microsoft meddling? The team digs into Patch Tuesday's big surprises and whether generative tools are transformative essentials or just a passing fad. Windows 11 Patch Tuesday was yesterday, your new Start menu is right where Microsoft …

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Security Now 1051: Amazon sues Perplexity 2:44:03

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Amazon is taking Perplexity AI to court over its agentic browser that shops on your behalf, raising urgent questions about who controls your online buying experience when bots do the heavy lifting. FFmpeg teaching assembly language for performance. The state of Nevada recovers after not paying ransom. A "rounding error" nets a clever attacker $128 …

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MacBreak Weekly 998: Touching Grass 2:24:10

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What is the iPhone Pocket? Apple is nearing a $1 billion a year deal to use Google AI with Siri. Could the OLED MacBook Pro redesign be limited to just the M6 Pro and Max models? And is Apple TV's new show, Pluribus, good? It's good enough to have brought Apple TV down for a period of time during its initial release. Introducing iPhone Pocket: a be…

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This Week in Tech 1057: Ferret Trousering 3:03:50

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Elon Musk's eye-popping trillion-dollar pay package, Apple's big F1 gamble, and Meta's scam-friendly ad policies set the stage for a candid debate on Big Tech's priorities and who really pays the price for innovation (and neglect). Musk gets approval for bumper Tesla payout but, unlike his robot, there are strings attached - Behold the one trillion…

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Hands-On Tech 241: Keep Your Mac Awake 25:37

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On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, how do you prevent your Mac from automatically falling asleep to conduct overnight backups? Mikah Sargent shares some third-party apps that will do just that! Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive featu…

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Untitled Linux Show 228: Smooth Before, Smooth After 1:31:31

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Flatpak has hit a bump in the road, but Sebastian Wick may have it back on course. KDE is making progress on the upcoming 6.6, and Fedora 43 is out. The Turris Omnia NG is a compelling Linux router, RDSEED has a bit of a problem on AMD Zen 5, and Mozilla drops the ball with AI translations. There's some weird security stories to cover in Open Offic…

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This Week in Space 185: Gutting Goddard 57:15

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As you may or may not know, NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center is in the administration's crosshairs. With cuts to their budget and staffing beginning under Elon Musk's DOGE, it has taken a different form with the government shutdown. Employees furloughed or retired from critical programs, laboratories shuttered, and entire facilities gutted--all w…

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Tech News Weekly 412: Epic Win: Google Slashes Play Store Fees 1:03:54

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Abrar Al-Heeti of CNET joins Mikah Sargent this week on Tech News Weekly. Apple is reportedly considering a partnership with Google to integrate the Gemini AI model with Siri. A new AI-powered smart ring is in development to record users' thoughts. Google is making modifications to its Play Store regarding third-party accessibility. And a group of …

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Hands-On Windows 165: The New OneDrive App 19:03

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OneDrive isn't just for cloud storage anymore. Paul Thurrott breaks down how Microsoft is quietly building it into an intelligent, all-in-one hub for your photos, docs, and daily digital life—long before most users catch on. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Want access to the ad…

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Home Theater Geeks 507: Listener's Room Transformation 16:18

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In episode 492, Scott Wilkinson answered a question from listener Andy Z about placement options for his new JMGO N1 Ultra projector in a room he was remodeling to be a dedicated home theater. Now, the project is finished, and the results are impressive! Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home…

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Hands-On Apple 207: Ultimate Menu Bar Control 13:53

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Mac users, forget juggling third-party apps! Apple's macOS Tahoe finally gives you real control over your menu bar and Control Center. Check out how this long-awaited update could change the way you work every day. Exploring new default transparent menu bar background visuals Adjusting menu bar visibility and hiding options in System Settings Toggl…

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iOS Today 777: Apps for Parents 45:35

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Learn about the top iOS apps that help organize tedious household tasks on schedule while turning family coordination into something fair and fun. Plus, Life360's advanced tracking features give parents convenient insight into their kids' whereabouts and driving habits! Life360 app features for family and pet tracking, privacy tips Sweepy app helps…

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The H Factor – Who’s Your Lifeline 18:10

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Send us a text This week we are talking about our life lines. I ask you to consider — who’s your lifeline? Not the metaphorical one, but the real, human connection that keeps you afloat when life gets heavy. We’ll dig into the interesting history of the word “lifeline,” what research says about how connection affects our health and habits, and how …

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Intelligent Machines 844: Poob Has It For You 2:43:20

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Is today's AI stuck as a "spiky superintelligence," brilliant at some things but clueless at others? This episode pulls back the curtain on a lunchroom full of AI researchers trading theories, strong opinions, and the next big risks on the path to real AGI. Why "Everyone Dies" Gets AGI All Wrong The Nonprofit Feeding the Entire Internet to AI Compa…

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Windows Weekly 957: Selectively Transparent 2:47:01

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We've heard that Microsoft will go off script this year with a 26H1 release of Windows 11 specifically aimed at Snapdragon X2-based PCs, as it did with the early release of 24H2 last year for the first-generation Snapdragon X. Also, Microsoft's latest earnings call left analysts baffled as execs dodged questions about multibillion-dollar AI losses …

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Security Now 1050: Here Come the AI Browsers 3:20:21

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AI-powered web browsers are hitting the scene fast, but Steve and Leo unpack why these smart assistants could usher in an era of security chaos most users aren't ready for. Brace yourself for the wild risks, real-world scams, and the privacy questions no one else is asking. Secret radios discovered in Chinese-made busses. Edge & Chrome introduce LL…

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MacBreak Weekly 997: Dunkin' and Dodgin' 2:44:38

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iOS 26.1 & macOS 26.1 are out now, with updates to Liquid Glass. Apple had big results in its Q4 2025. More rumors are emerging about Apple's entry into the low-cost laptop market. And Apple finally launches the App Store for the web! Apple releases iOS 26.1, macOS 26.1, other updates with Liquid Glass controls and more. iOS 26's Shortcuts app adds…

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This Week in Tech 1056: The Big Sleep 2:47:28

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From AI-powered code generation boosting productivity to adversaries using the same tools to hunt zero-days, the panel exposes the coming wave of AI-fueled cyberattacks—and why most companies aren't ready for it. Cotton blocks Trump-backed effort to make daylight saving time permanent The End of Cybersecurity Amazon says it didn't cut 14,000 people…

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Untitled Linux Show 227: Ancient Stack Tax 1:45:55

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This week SUSE's SLES and Red Hat's RHEL are embracing AI in the form of MCP and CUDA support. FFMPEG scores a $100k donation, Pop_OS and Cosmic finally have a release data, and Unity is in need of help. Kodi 22 has an Alpha, Debian has a Systemd dustup, and Krita has landed HDR support. And there's a port of Linux to WASM, so you can run the kern …

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Hands-On Tech 240: Two-Factor & Multifactor Authentication 27:01

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On Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent lists some of his favorite two-factor authenticator apps for listener Stuart and some of the pros and cons using 2FA applications. Send in your questions for Hands-On Tech to [email protected]! Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Want access to the ad-free video…

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This Week in Space 184: Space is Scary! 1:14:53

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This week we look at why space can be scary with a survey of some of the best (and some of the most laughable) movies about critters from outer space! Witness the terror of men in floppy rubber suits! Cringe as the century plant-like triffids take over people's brains! Scream along with us as rock spiders on the moon devour astronauts' faces! It's …

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Tech News Weekly 411: MAX 2025: Adobe's Multi-Model AI Strategy 1:25:46

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Jacob Ward of The Rip Current joins Mikah Sargent this week! OpenAI disclosed stats on mental health from its users' chats within ChatGPT. How deepfake videos are becoming increasingly difficult to differentiate. Cybersecurity concerns over AI-powered browsers. And the latest from Adobe Max! Jacob talks about OpenAI's release of stats surrounding m…

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Hands-On Windows 164: Every PC Is Now an AI PC 21:22

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Microsoft is redefining the "AI PC" to include almost every machine running Windows 11, putting futuristic Copilot features in the hands of millions overnight. Find out what surprises—from voice-triggered actions to smart app integrations—are landing on your desktop next. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit…

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Hands-On Apple 206: Testing Hearing Health With Just iPhone & AirPods Pro 8:56

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See how AirPods Pro team up with your iPhone to run a personal hearing test and tailor audio just for you. Get a firsthand look at a health tool you may not realize is sitting in your pocket. Step-by-step guide to starting hearing test and prepping devices Real-time noise detection and environment checks during test setup Fit adjustment guidance an…

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Home Theater Geeks 506: TV as Computer Monitor 13:32

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John Hunter asks about using high-end TVs as computer monitors. It's certainly possible, but there are several considerations to keep in mind. Scott Wilkinson explains. Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home-theater-geeks Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a membe…