iTechGear Weekly ZenCast (https://zencast.fm) REAL world technology perspectives from people who take a consumer's look first and ask, "Where's the real value?" The iTechGear Weekly (or iTGW) combines the expertise of four guys who (literally) helped the internet get off the ground: * <b>Larry McJunkin</b> - former Co-Owner of WUGNET - the Windows User's Group NETwork, a cornerstone of the Internet and the Windows World. * <b>Chris Gavula</b> - a former Editor at both Gear Diary and pocketnow.com, a mobile technology expert * <b>Joel McLaughlin</b> - a former Senior Contributor at Gear Diary and host of the Linux Link Tech Show, Living in the Retro Arcade, and Fitness for the Rest of Us podcasts. Joel is all about Linux and Open Source Software * <b>Chris Spera</b> - the Editor-in-Chief over at iTechGear, former Sr. Editor at WUGNET, at Gear Diary, at pocketnow.com, and Managing Editor Emeritus of BYTE.com, the Reincarnation of BYTE Magazine. We may not be the names you know, but we have the opinions you want to hear. Value. Consumer friendliness. Making a difference. If the tech you use - or want to use - doesn't make sense or is confusing, we'll help you figure it out. Come give us a listen. Come listen to our free podcast! Your money back if its not up to your standards! © 2026 en Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:23:04 +0000 https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website https://podcdn.zencast.fm/download/Podcast%2Fartworks%2F13398%2Flarge%2Fd5d2c0d51db4fa27622b9fa9326cdc514d1cec99f51e0b05f5ee3ccec8351720%2F3a8acbde763e8dba.jpg iTechGear Weekly https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website iTechGear.org iTechGear.org iTechGear Weekly REAL world technology perspectives from people who take a consumer's look first and ask, "Where's the real value?" The iTechGear Weekly (or iTGW) combines the expertise of four guys who (literally) helped the internet get off the ground: * <b>Larry McJunkin</b> - former Co-Owner of WUGNET - the Windows User's Group NETwork, a cornerstone of the Internet and the Windows World. * <b>Chris Gavula</b> - a former Editor at both Gear Diary and pocketnow.com, a mobile technology expert * <b>Joel McLaughlin</b> - a former Senior Contributor at Gear Diary and host of the Linux Link Tech Show, Living in the Retro Arcade, and Fitness for the Rest of Us podcasts. Joel is all about Linux and Open Source Software * <b>Chris Spera</b> - the Editor-in-Chief over at iTechGear, former Sr. Editor at WUGNET, at Gear Diary, at pocketnow.com, and Managing Editor Emeritus of BYTE.com, the Reincarnation of BYTE Magazine. We may not be the names you know, but we have the opinions you want to hear. Value. Consumer friendliness. Making a difference. If the tech you use - or want to use - doesn't make sense or is confusing, we'll help you figure it out. Come give us a listen. Come listen to our free podcast! Your money back if its not up to your standards! REAL world technology perspectives from people who take a consumer's look first and ask, "Where's the real value?" The iTechGear Weekly (or iTGW) combines the expertise of four guys who (literally) helped the internet get off the ground: * <b>Larry McJunkin</b> - former Co-Owner of WUGNET - the Windows User's Group NETwork, a cornerstone of the Internet and the Windows World. * <b>Chris Gavula</b> - a former Editor at both Gear Diary and pocketnow.com, a mobile technology expert * <b>Joel McLaughlin</b> - a former Senior Contributor at Gear Diary and host of the Linux Link Tech Show, Living in the Retro Arcade, and Fitness for the Rest of Us podcasts. Joel is all about Linux and Open Source Software * <b>Chris Spera</b> - the Editor-in-Chief over at iTechGear, former Sr. Editor at WUGNET, at Gear Diary, at pocketnow.com, and Managing Editor Emeritus of BYTE.com, the Reincarnation of BYTE Magazine. We may not be the names you know, but we have the opinions you want to hear. Value. Consumer friendliness. Making a difference. If the tech you use - or want to use - doesn't make sense or is confusing, we'll help you figure it out. Come give us a listen. Come listen to our free podcast! Your money back if its not up to your standards! episodic iTechGear.org chris@itechgear.org No false No yes Support the show! full 189 6 189 6 Episode 189 - Wait, John and Mark did WHAT?! Episode 189 - Wait, John and Mark did WHAT?! Ep. 189 - Wait, John and Mark did WHAT?: This week we discuss the start of iPhone Duo preorders, Apple building M-series Ultra chips for AI, Android XR smartglasses to launch in November & Win Update triggers RMD failures. Join us for this & more! No No dd27ce70-1f2c-4b10-85b3-fb0e856fa9b7 Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:22:57 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-189-wait-john-and-mark-did-what The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 189 - Wait, John and Mark did WHAT?!

Recorded Sunday October 18, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone Duo Pre Orders Begin and sell out quickly may be a Huge Mistake - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/6n Apple Retail employees told to discourage in-store Purchases of iPhone Duo - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/6m Apple closes above $5T in Market Cap - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/6k Siri AI confirmed NOT to come to original HomePod mini - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/6j Apple's Password Reset process is horrible - Chris NO URL

AI Segment Apple reportedly building server packed with M-series Ultra chips for AI - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6h Hell has frozen over: Apple & Meta team up to make Muse run on Mac - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/6g Google to remove free access to Gemini Flash & Pro - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/6f

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Android XR Smartglasses to Lauch in November - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6e Who is the Google Book actually for? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6d

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Windows updates may trigger Remote Desktop failures - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/6c Ubuntu 26.10 Released - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6b 12 Years of Windows Insider celebrated with 10 new Wallpapers http://itgw.tny.cc/6a

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Should I Use a VPN?

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris XtraFinder - $4.99 http://itgw.tny.cc/69

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 189 - Wait, John and Mark did WHAT?!

Recorded Sunday October 18, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone Duo Pre Orders Begin and sell out quickly may be a Huge Mistake - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/6n Apple Retail employees told to discourage in-store Purchases of iPhone Duo - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/6m Apple closes above $5T in Market Cap - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/6k Siri AI confirmed NOT to come to original HomePod mini - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/6j Apple's Password Reset process is horrible - Chris NO URL

AI Segment Apple reportedly building server packed with M-series Ultra chips for AI - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6h Hell has frozen over: Apple & Meta team up to make Muse run on Mac - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/6g Google to remove free access to Gemini Flash & Pro - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/6f

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Android XR Smartglasses to Lauch in November - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6e Who is the Google Book actually for? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6d

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Windows updates may trigger Remote Desktop failures - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/6c Ubuntu 26.10 Released - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/6b 12 Years of Windows Insider celebrated with 10 new Wallpapers http://itgw.tny.cc/6a

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Should I Use a VPN?

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris XtraFinder - $4.99 http://itgw.tny.cc/69

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 7091 full 188 6 188 6 Episode 188 - It Starts at What? Episode 188 - It Starts at What? Ep. 188 - It Starts at What?: This week we discuss the Apple HomeView announcement, OpenAI's revenue is $20B less than reported, the Amazon Alexa tablet, & the Surface Laptop Ultra's pricing. Join us for this & more! No No 7a317267-01c6-438b-ba1c-1996423ff998 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:43:23 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-188-it-starts-at-what The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 188 - It Starts at What?

Recorded Sunday October 11, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Home Hub announcement 10/13 with A18 chip - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/68 AVP might still have some life left in it - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/67 iPhone Duo to allow for custom Boot Screens - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/66 iPhone Duo could cost a lot less on AT&T - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/65

AI Segment OpenAI's revenue is $20B less than reported - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/64 Anthropic releases Haiku 5.5 - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/63

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Amazon Alexa Tablet gives iPad some Competition - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/62 What does Amazon know about you? - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/61 Customers are returning their GoogleBooks - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/60 Pixel Buds 2 Pro has 5 new Features - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5z

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Surface Laptop Ultra Pricing Starts at $2749.99 (and up to $5949.99) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5y Microsoft offering up to $1000 to switch from Mac to Surface Laptop Ultra - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5x

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Use Quick Look for Instant Previews

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Apple MagSafe Charger - $30.99 (21% less expensive than from Apple) http://itgw.tny.cc/5w

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 188 - It Starts at What?

Recorded Sunday October 11, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Home Hub announcement 10/13 with A18 chip - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/68 AVP might still have some life left in it - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/67 iPhone Duo to allow for custom Boot Screens - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/66 iPhone Duo could cost a lot less on AT&T - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/65

AI Segment OpenAI's revenue is $20B less than reported - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/64 Anthropic releases Haiku 5.5 - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/63

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Amazon Alexa Tablet gives iPad some Competition - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/62 What does Amazon know about you? - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/61 Customers are returning their GoogleBooks - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/60 Pixel Buds 2 Pro has 5 new Features - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5z

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Surface Laptop Ultra Pricing Starts at $2749.99 (and up to $5949.99) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5y Microsoft offering up to $1000 to switch from Mac to Surface Laptop Ultra - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5x

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Use Quick Look for Instant Previews

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Apple MagSafe Charger - $30.99 (21% less expensive than from Apple) http://itgw.tny.cc/5w

================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6376 full 187 6 187 6 Episode 187 - I'm not happy with it, and I'm Changing it, so get over it. Episode 187 - I'm not happy with it, and I'm Changing it, so get over it. Ep. 187 - I'm not happy with it, and I'm changing it, so get over it: This week we discuss AT&T iPhone 18 Pro Max issues require a replacement, AI security concerns, TX SD ditches Chromebooks for Macs, & Win11 26H2 arrives. Join us for this & more! No No 71797872-7376-44df-ba75-f8cc8632f6da Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:32:32 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-187-im-not-happy-with-it-and-im-changing-it-so-get-over-it The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 187 - I'm not happy with it, and I'm Changing it, so get over it.

Recorded Sunday October 04, 2026 - Live from iTechGear South

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's "Secret," New Device is a Challenge to Amazon - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/5v, http://itgw.tny.cc/5t Apple Confirms AT&T iPhone 18 Pro Hardware Issues may require replacement - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/5s Apple to change "Full Disk Access" rules due to AI Agents - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5r, http://itgw.tny.cc/5q

AI Segment In Light of Recent AI Breaches, Security Concerns Raised - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5p, http://itgw.tny.cc/5n, http://itgw.tny.cc/5m

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment TX School District ditches Chromebooks for Macbook Neo and iPads - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/5k HP's MBN competitor is $699 with an OLED display and plenty of catches - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/5j Amazon Updates its Kindle Lineup - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/5h, http://itgw.tny.cc/5g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Windows 26H2 Arrives - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5f Surface Event on 10/7 to focus on Surface Laptop Ultra and Nvidia RTX - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/5e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Customize the Windows 11 Start Menu

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel AONIJIE Running Water Bottle Handheld Hydration Pack with 500ml Soft Flask 18.99 http://itgw.tny.cc/5d

====================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 187 - I'm not happy with it, and I'm Changing it, so get over it.

Recorded Sunday October 04, 2026 - Live from iTechGear South

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's "Secret," New Device is a Challenge to Amazon - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/5v, http://itgw.tny.cc/5t Apple Confirms AT&T iPhone 18 Pro Hardware Issues may require replacement - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/5s Apple to change "Full Disk Access" rules due to AI Agents - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5r, http://itgw.tny.cc/5q

AI Segment In Light of Recent AI Breaches, Security Concerns Raised - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5p, http://itgw.tny.cc/5n, http://itgw.tny.cc/5m

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment TX School District ditches Chromebooks for Macbook Neo and iPads - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/5k HP's MBN competitor is $699 with an OLED display and plenty of catches - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/5j Amazon Updates its Kindle Lineup - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/5h, http://itgw.tny.cc/5g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Windows 26H2 Arrives - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5f Surface Event on 10/7 to focus on Surface Laptop Ultra and Nvidia RTX - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/5e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Customize the Windows 11 Start Menu

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel AONIJIE Running Water Bottle Handheld Hydration Pack with 500ml Soft Flask 18.99 http://itgw.tny.cc/5d

====================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4927 full 186 6 186 6 Episode 186 - Something Really Easy Requires Something Really Complicated Episode 186 - Something Really Easy Requires Something Really Complicated Ep. 186 - Something Really Easy Requires Something Really Complicated: This week we discuss macOS Copeland, Bernie and Casar propose AI Ban, Is the Google Book a macOS or Windows killer, & Copilot PCs are dead. Join us for this & more! No No c9e46cf4-24a5-4fb7-af0e-a1b8aac6faa8 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:47:51 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-186-something-really-easy-requires-something-really-complicated The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 186 - Something Really Easy Requires Something Really Complicated

Recorded Sunday September 27, 2026 - Live from iTechGear South

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment macOS Copeland is available to run in a browser - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5c AT&T responds to iOS 27's iPhone Handoff Feature - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5b Siri AI Settlement Website is now Live - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5a

AI Segment Bernie and Greg Casar propose AI Super Intelligence Ban - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/59 OpenAI bots meddle with Multiple US Government agency sites - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/57 Trump renames AI to Super Intelligence - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/56

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Is the Google Book a Mac Killer? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/55 or is it a Windows Killer - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/54 Motorola Signature 27 Coming later this year - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/53

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Copilot PCs are Dead - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/52 MS Publisher dies on 10/1/2026 - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/51 Qualcomm hops on the Linux Train - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/50

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Downloads Folder in iCloud Drive

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Anker Prime Power Bank (9.6K, 65W) - Chris G http://itgw.tny.cc/4z

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 186 - Something Really Easy Requires Something Really Complicated

Recorded Sunday September 27, 2026 - Live from iTechGear South

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment macOS Copeland is available to run in a browser - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5c AT&T responds to iOS 27's iPhone Handoff Feature - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/5b Siri AI Settlement Website is now Live - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/5a

AI Segment Bernie and Greg Casar propose AI Super Intelligence Ban - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/59 OpenAI bots meddle with Multiple US Government agency sites - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/57 Trump renames AI to Super Intelligence - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/56

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Is the Google Book a Mac Killer? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/55 or is it a Windows Killer - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/54 Motorola Signature 27 Coming later this year - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/53

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Copilot PCs are Dead - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/52 MS Publisher dies on 10/1/2026 - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/51 Qualcomm hops on the Linux Train - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/50

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Downloads Folder in iCloud Drive

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Anker Prime Power Bank (9.6K, 65W) - Chris G http://itgw.tny.cc/4z

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5205 full 185 6 185 6 Episode 185 - Really Quick Show Episode 185 - Really Quick Show Episode 185 - Really Quick Show: We have a full crew! This week we discuss Larry getting an iPhone 18 Pro, Claude Opus 5 helping take over OpenAI staff accounts, the new Google Book, and the MS Surface Event on 10/7/26. Join us for this & more! No No 2487a3b9-6cba-41f1-896f-501110421b84 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:16:17 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-185-really-quick-show The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 185 - Really Quick Show

Recorded Sunday September 20, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone 18 Pro in the House - Larry NO URL Challenges of switching to a New iPhone - Larry NO URL iPhone 18 Pro battery is so big, it requires special firmware to ship - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4y iPhone Duo Crease: Apple: "Hold us accountable" - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4x

AI Segment Claude Opus 5 Helped Researchers Take Over OpenAI Staff Accounts via Chained Flaws - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4w Dire warnings about AI shock Congress, but action is unlikely before the election - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4v

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Book - Designed for Gemini - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4t Why People are spending $1000+ for old iPods - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4s, http://itgw.tny.cc/4r Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Surface Event on 10/7 could Redefine Windows Hardware - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4q MS introduces new Cloud Rebuild Options for Win 11 - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Stay Focused with Windows 11 Focus Sessions

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry UGREEN Vertical Laptop Stand - $23.99 https://a.co/d/0gwhFc9o

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 185 - Really Quick Show

Recorded Sunday September 20, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone 18 Pro in the House - Larry NO URL Challenges of switching to a New iPhone - Larry NO URL iPhone 18 Pro battery is so big, it requires special firmware to ship - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4y iPhone Duo Crease: Apple: "Hold us accountable" - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4x

AI Segment Claude Opus 5 Helped Researchers Take Over OpenAI Staff Accounts via Chained Flaws - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4w Dire warnings about AI shock Congress, but action is unlikely before the election - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4v

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Book - Designed for Gemini - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4t Why People are spending $1000+ for old iPods - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4s, http://itgw.tny.cc/4r Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Surface Event on 10/7 could Redefine Windows Hardware - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4q MS introduces new Cloud Rebuild Options for Win 11 - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Stay Focused with Windows 11 Focus Sessions

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry UGREEN Vertical Laptop Stand - $23.99 https://a.co/d/0gwhFc9o

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 4594 full 184 6 184 6 Episode 184 - Surprised and Shined Episode 184 - Surprised and Shined Episode 183 – Surprised and Shined – This week, we discuss the results of Apple's Surprise and Shine event: The iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max, Apple Watch 12 and Ultra 4, AirPods 5 and the iPhone Duo. Join us for this & more! No No 617cb9b0-b7a6-40f3-966d-09e55e5606a8 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:41:36 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-184-surprised-and-shined The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 184 - Surprised and Shined

Recorded Tuesday September 15, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Everything Released in Apple's Surprise and Shine Event - All https://www.wired.com/story/everything-apple-announced-september-2026/

iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max Adjustable Aperture Apple Watch 12 and Ultra 4 AirPods 5 iPhone Duo

Apple Releases The 27's - macOS 27, iOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27 https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/14/ios-27-now-available-features-compatible-iphones/ Siri AI https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/14/apple-releases-ios-27/

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 184 - Surprised and Shined

Recorded Tuesday September 15, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Everything Released in Apple's Surprise and Shine Event - All https://www.wired.com/story/everything-apple-announced-september-2026/

iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max Adjustable Aperture Apple Watch 12 and Ultra 4 AirPods 5 iPhone Duo

Apple Releases The 27's - macOS 27, iOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27 https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/14/ios-27-now-available-features-compatible-iphones/ Siri AI https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/14/apple-releases-ios-27/

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 4120 full 183 5 183 5 Episode 183 - Waitin' on the Shine Episode 183 - Waitin' on the Shine Episode 183 - Waitin' on the Shine – This week, we discuss iOS 27 fixes Mail issues, Global AI Spend in 2026 nears 3/4 trillion USD, Pixel 11 Pro XL release, & MS confirms Win11 Age Verification limits features in Teams. Join us for this & more! No No ded480e1-b946-4b5b-90e5-1bc696010e19 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:13:08 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-183-waitin-on-the-shine The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 183 - Waitin' on the Shine

Recorded Sunday September 6, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 27 Fixes Long Standing Mail Issues - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4n Tim and John's New Salaries for their New Jobs - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4m Apple Maps Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4k Phil Schiller steps down from Leading the App Store and Apple Events - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4j

AI Segment Global AI Spend in 2026 Approaching 3/4 of a Trillion USD - Chris NO URL Nvidia is Buying Hugging Face for almost $13B - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4h

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Pixel 11 Pro XL is in the House - Joel NO URL September Android Drop offers Interesting Features - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/4g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Confirms Win11 Age Verification to Heaviliy Limit Features Starting with Teams - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4f The No Kidding Department - Win Update Reboots too many time - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/4e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Enable FileVault for Security

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel SPIDERCASE Magnetic for Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Case,Purple $14.99 https://a.co/d/0cKHlbJG

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 183 - Waitin' on the Shine

Recorded Sunday September 6, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 27 Fixes Long Standing Mail Issues - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4n Tim and John's New Salaries for their New Jobs - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4m Apple Maps Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4k Phil Schiller steps down from Leading the App Store and Apple Events - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4j

AI Segment Global AI Spend in 2026 Approaching 3/4 of a Trillion USD - Chris NO URL Nvidia is Buying Hugging Face for almost $13B - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4h

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Pixel 11 Pro XL is in the House - Joel NO URL September Android Drop offers Interesting Features - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/4g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Confirms Win11 Age Verification to Heaviliy Limit Features Starting with Teams - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/4f The No Kidding Department - Win Update Reboots too many time - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/4e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Enable FileVault for Security

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel SPIDERCASE Magnetic for Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Case,Purple $14.99 https://a.co/d/0cKHlbJG

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 4784 full 182 5 182 5 Episode 182 - Surprise and Shine Episode 182 - Surprise and Shine Ep. 182 – Surprise & Shine – This week, we discuss Apple's Surise & Shine event scheduling, OpenAI overhauling its safety protocols, Walmart now accepts tap to pay & Surface devices can't use Outlook or Teams. Join us for this & more! No No 77bd1d5a-99ad-47c3-b016-d5626182c054 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:57:15 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-182-surprise-and-shine The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 182 - Surprise and Shine

Recorded Sunday August 30, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Surprise & Shine Event is September 9th - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/4d iPadOS makes the iPad a true Computer Replacement - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/4c Only one iPhone 18 Pro Model will get this Pro Feature - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4b 75% of Adults aren't interested in a folding iPhone - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/49 AVP Might Not be done yet - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/48

AI Segment OpenAI overhauls safety protocols after its AI Agents go rogue - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/47 Apple made its Second Biggest Acquisition EVER this year - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/46 AI Chats are Showing up in Court - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/45

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Walmart now accepts Tap to Pay - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/44 Gigabit Speeds are too Good for you - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/43

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Surface devices can't use Outlook or Teams - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/42 Win11 Update breaks Mouse Cursors & Triggers False Security Warning's - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/41 August's Win11 Insider Builds Reveal the Next Phase of Windows - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/40

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Right-Click Menu Shortcut Shift+Right Click to get the classic full context menu when Windows 11 hides options

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Oster 4-Slice Toaster with Touch Screen - $82.64 http://itgw.tny.cc/3z

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 182 - Surprise and Shine

Recorded Sunday August 30, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Surprise & Shine Event is September 9th - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/4d iPadOS makes the iPad a true Computer Replacement - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/4c Only one iPhone 18 Pro Model will get this Pro Feature - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/4b 75% of Adults aren't interested in a folding iPhone - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/49 AVP Might Not be done yet - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/48

AI Segment OpenAI overhauls safety protocols after its AI Agents go rogue - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/47 Apple made its Second Biggest Acquisition EVER this year - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/46 AI Chats are Showing up in Court - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/45

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Walmart now accepts Tap to Pay - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/44 Gigabit Speeds are too Good for you - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/43

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Surface devices can't use Outlook or Teams - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/42 Win11 Update breaks Mouse Cursors & Triggers False Security Warning's - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/41 August's Win11 Insider Builds Reveal the Next Phase of Windows - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/40

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Right-Click Menu Shortcut Shift+Right Click to get the classic full context menu when Windows 11 hides options

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Oster 4-Slice Toaster with Touch Screen - $82.64 http://itgw.tny.cc/3z

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 7027 full 181 5 181 5 Episode 181 - No Notice Yet Episode 181 - No Notice Yet Ep. 181 - No Notice Yet – This week, we're missing Larry, but we discuss watchOS 27 watch faces, Google not trusting its AI to screen job applicants, Microsoft's canceled Surface Phone, & MS consolidating its Copilot apps. Join us for this & more! No No 94bf213c-e017-4e45-9a3b-9fa30e30674e Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:38:02 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-181-no-notice-yet The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 181 - No Notice Yet

Recorded Sunday August 16, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment watchOS 27 to upgrade the Modular Watch Face - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3y Your iPhone X and 2018 MBP are Obsolete Now - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/3x Skinny Timmy put in his 2 Week Notice - Chris. NO PROOF OF THIS STORY: 9-5 Mac http://itgw.tny.cc/3w iPhone Fold/Ultra to be US Only at Launch - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3v

AI Segment Google Doesn't Trust is own AI Systems to screen Job Applications - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3t Chinese Censorship is Leaking into US AI Answers - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/3s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Microsoft's Cancelled Surface Phone from 2014 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/3r Pixel Watch 5 has Huge Health Upgrades - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/3q Everything Else Announced at Made by Google - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/3p

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft Consolidating Copilot & MS 365 Copilot Apps - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3n Customizable Taskbar and Start Menu Coming back to Windows 11 - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3k Is Windows 11 Finally Getting its Shit Together - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3j

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Clean Up Old Packages sudo apt autoremove sudo apt clean

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
BareBones Coffee: Frog's Breath - ($19.99) $14 http://itgw.tny.cc/3h

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 181 - No Notice Yet

Recorded Sunday August 16, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment watchOS 27 to upgrade the Modular Watch Face - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3y Your iPhone X and 2018 MBP are Obsolete Now - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/3x Skinny Timmy put in his 2 Week Notice - Chris. NO PROOF OF THIS STORY: 9-5 Mac http://itgw.tny.cc/3w iPhone Fold/Ultra to be US Only at Launch - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3v

AI Segment Google Doesn't Trust is own AI Systems to screen Job Applications - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3t Chinese Censorship is Leaking into US AI Answers - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/3s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Microsoft's Cancelled Surface Phone from 2014 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/3r Pixel Watch 5 has Huge Health Upgrades - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/3q Everything Else Announced at Made by Google - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/3p

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft Consolidating Copilot & MS 365 Copilot Apps - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3n Customizable Taskbar and Start Menu Coming back to Windows 11 - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3k Is Windows 11 Finally Getting its Shit Together - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3j

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Clean Up Old Packages sudo apt autoremove sudo apt clean

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
BareBones Coffee: Frog's Breath - ($19.99) $14 http://itgw.tny.cc/3h

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5575 full 180 5 180 5 Episode 180 - Thank You Captain Obvious Episode 180 - Thank You Captain Obvious Ep. 180 – Thank You Cpt Obvious – This week, we discuss how Heavy Siri use could cost more than expected, AIs using Message Boards to plan attacks, GZ Fold 8 is a smash hit, & Win11 is so bad, it's $900 laptop freezes. Join us for this & more! No No 2d280cd5-9ab6-4bdf-9616-7d044e7ca34c Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:44:47 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-180-thank-you-captain-obvious The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 180 - Thank You, Captain Obvious

Recorded Sunday August 09, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Heavy Siri Use Could Cost more than Expected - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3g When to buy iPhone 17 Pro (vs 18 Pro) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3f, http://itgw.tny.cc/3e Does the iPhone Fold have an Unsightly Screen Issue? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/3d

AI Segment AIs using Message Boards to Plan their Next Move - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3c AI - "I'm from the Government & I'm here to help." AI goes Rogue again in UK Gov. Effort - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3b OpenAI locking Down Astra after Alarming Testing Results - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3a

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Galaxy Zfold 8 is a Smash Hit - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/39 You have to be: Open Pixel 11 Pro Fold - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/38 What Exactly does the Pixel 11's Glow Feature Do - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/37 RAM Supply to get worse before better. Sold out thru 2027 - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/36, http://itgw.tny.cc/35 You can keep your phone longer. Thank you Capt. Obvious - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/34

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Windows 11 is So bad, its $900 Laptop Can't use it without Freezing - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/33 MS found Installing Unexpected OneDrive Photos Update - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/32

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Magic Mouse Tracking Speed - Larry

Terminal Commands: Default Maximum Tracking Speed: defaults write -g com.apple.mouse.scaling 5.0
Increased Maximum Tracking Speed: defaults write -g com.apple.mouse.scaling 7.0

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Zevo Flying Insect Trap - $19.97 on Amazon http://itgw.tny.cc/3g When to buy iPhone 17 Pro (vs 18 Pro) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3f, http://itgw.tny.cc/3e Does the iPhone Fold have an Unsightly Screen Issue? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/3d

AI Segment AIs using Message Boards to Plan their Next Move - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3c AI - "I'm from the Government & I'm here to help." AI goes Rogue again in UK Gov. Effort - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/3b OpenAI locking Down Astra after Alarming Testing Results - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/3a

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Galaxy Zfold 8 is a Smash Hit - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/39 You have to be: Open Pixel 11 Pro Fold - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/38 What Exactly does the Pixel 11's Glow Feature Do - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/37 RAM Supply to get worse before better. Sold out thru 2027 - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/36, http://itgw.tny.cc/35 You can keep your phone longer. Thank you Capt. Obvious - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/34

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Windows 11 is So bad, its $900 Laptop Can't use it without Freezing - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/33 MS found Installing Unexpected OneDrive Photos Update - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/32

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Magic Mouse Tracking Speed - Larry

Terminal Commands: Default Maximum Tracking Speed: defaults write -g com.apple.mouse.scaling 5.0
Increased Maximum Tracking Speed: defaults write -g com.apple.mouse.scaling 7.0

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Zevo Flying Insect Trap - $19.97 on Amazon full 179 5 179 5 Episode 179 - Another Free Year for $30 Bucks Episode 179 - Another Free Year for $30 Bucks Ep. 179 - Another Free Year for $30 Bucks– This week, we discuss Right Use Case, Wrong Device, big names in tech & an AI Safety Push, YouTube Premium is getting free Peacock, & another Year of Free Win10 Support for $30. Join us for all this & more! No No 78bec856-3d25-4157-b814-544c54b34511 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:29:57 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-179-another-free-year-for-30-bucks The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 179 - Another Free Year for $30 Bucks

Recorded Sunday August 02, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Right Use Case, Wrong Device (and the lead times just SUCK!) - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/31 MacBook Neo pulling schools away from Windows & Chromebooks - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/30 Apple Plans Paid iCloud+ Upgrades for Heavy AI Users - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2z Apple releases the 26.6's - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2y

AI Segment The biggest names in tech are making an AI Safety Push - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2x The Rise of the Solopreneur & the next Billion-Dollar Company - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2w

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment YouTube Premium getting free Peacock - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2v Did MS Quit the Surface Duo too Quickly? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/2t Gemini, not AI Studio for Android & iOS will create mobile & Desktop Apps - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2s

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Gives us another Year of Free Win10 Support for $30 - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/2r Even Satya thinks Win11 Quality is lacking - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2q MS says its making Windows 11 better/faster on 8GB PCs - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Use Universal Clipboard Across Devices

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Wallet for Men - Slim RFID Blocking Metal Wallet with Money Clip $27.97 https://a.co/d/09jIwHll

=================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 179 - Another Free Year for $30 Bucks

Recorded Sunday August 02, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Right Use Case, Wrong Device (and the lead times just SUCK!) - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/31 MacBook Neo pulling schools away from Windows & Chromebooks - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/30 Apple Plans Paid iCloud+ Upgrades for Heavy AI Users - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2z Apple releases the 26.6's - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2y

AI Segment The biggest names in tech are making an AI Safety Push - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2x The Rise of the Solopreneur & the next Billion-Dollar Company - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2w

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment YouTube Premium getting free Peacock - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2v Did MS Quit the Surface Duo too Quickly? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/2t Gemini, not AI Studio for Android & iOS will create mobile & Desktop Apps - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2s

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Gives us another Year of Free Win10 Support for $30 - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/2r Even Satya thinks Win11 Quality is lacking - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2q MS says its making Windows 11 better/faster on 8GB PCs - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Use Universal Clipboard Across Devices

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Wallet for Men - Slim RFID Blocking Metal Wallet with Money Clip $27.97 https://a.co/d/09jIwHll

=================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6860 full 178 5 178 5 Episode 178 - Return of the Glass-hole Episode 178 - Return of the Glass-hole Ep. 178 - Return of the Glass-hole – This week, Brandon Miniman from pocketnow joins us to discuss, the iPhone Fold Launch, Has Corporate America Decided to Stop Blowing $$ on AI, & the return of the Glass-hole. Join us for all this and more! No No 3b247ee4-cd85-4016-af44-8a779cdacbaf Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:26:47 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-178-return-of-the-glass-hole The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 178 - Return of the Glass-hole

Recorded Sunday July 26, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Is the iPhone Fold Launch in question, or is it all just hype? - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/23/apples-foldable-iphone-launch-in-question-amid-production-hiccups Everything we know about the Neo 2 Launch - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/22/macbook-neo-2-features-release-date/ Apple must pay Masimo - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/21/apples-634m-payment-to-masimo-now-set-in-stone-after-judge-tosses-appeal Apple Upgrade is coming, replacing iPhone Upgrade Program - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/21/apple-upgrades-will-let-users-lease-iphones-and-macs-with-klarna

AI Segment Has Corporate America Suddenly Decided to Stop Blowing Money on AI - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2n OpenAI says AI models went rogue during testing - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2m OpenAI launches Health in Chat GPT - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2k

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Meta has created a moderation nightmare for its Smart Glasses - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2j Google preps Pixel buyers for increased prices and decreased RAM - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2h Nothing shutting down? Not so fast - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment LegacyHive points to a troubling future - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2f Microsoft asks LG to stop pushing McAfee ads to Win11 users - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Keep Your Desktop Clean Automatically

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship....]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 178 - Return of the Glass-hole

Recorded Sunday July 26, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Is the iPhone Fold Launch in question, or is it all just hype? - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/23/apples-foldable-iphone-launch-in-question-amid-production-hiccups Everything we know about the Neo 2 Launch - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/22/macbook-neo-2-features-release-date/ Apple must pay Masimo - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/21/apples-634m-payment-to-masimo-now-set-in-stone-after-judge-tosses-appeal Apple Upgrade is coming, replacing iPhone Upgrade Program - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/21/apple-upgrades-will-let-users-lease-iphones-and-macs-with-klarna

AI Segment Has Corporate America Suddenly Decided to Stop Blowing Money on AI - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2n OpenAI says AI models went rogue during testing - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2m OpenAI launches Health in Chat GPT - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2k

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Meta has created a moderation nightmare for its Smart Glasses - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/2j Google preps Pixel buyers for increased prices and decreased RAM - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2h Nothing shutting down? Not so fast - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment LegacyHive points to a troubling future - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2f Microsoft asks LG to stop pushing McAfee ads to Win11 users - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/2e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Keep Your Desktop Clean Automatically

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship....]]> iTechGear.org false no 5686 full 177 5 177 5 Episode 177 - Smoke 'em if ya got 'em! Episode 177 - Smoke 'em if ya got 'em! Ep. 177 - Smoke 'em if ya got 'em – This week, we discuss Apple pricing, Free ChatGPT is dead, OnePlus is truly over, done with and gone, & even MS couldn't make Win11 work on 8GB of RAM. Join us for all this and more! No No 183567a9-b2ba-4f7f-b15e-0d83cb924bcb Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:07:18 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-177-smoke-em-if-ya-got-em The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 177 - Smoke 'em if ya got 'em

Recorded Sunday July 19, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Pricing - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2c, http://itgw.tny.cc/2b CarPlay works with over 120 apps - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2a

AI Segment Free ChatGPT is Dead - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/29 AI Bubble vs. Dot-Com Crash - History is Repeating - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/28

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments

Mobile Segment OnePlus is truly over, done-with and gone - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/27 $138 iPad mini Clone from Walmart is Actually Better? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/26, http://itgw.tny.cc/25 Samsung and Google are all that are left - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/24 EU Orders Google to Make AI and Search Changes Under the DMA - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/23

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Even MS Couldn't make Windows 11 work well with 8GB of RAM - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/22 Cuts & Layoffs won't Solve Xbox's Biggest Problems - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/21

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Customize the Finder Sidebar

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry DYMO LabelWriter 550 Turbo http://itgw.tny.cc/20

================ Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 177 - Smoke 'em if ya got 'em

Recorded Sunday July 19, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Pricing - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2c, http://itgw.tny.cc/2b CarPlay works with over 120 apps - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/2a

AI Segment Free ChatGPT is Dead - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/29 AI Bubble vs. Dot-Com Crash - History is Repeating - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/28

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments

Mobile Segment OnePlus is truly over, done-with and gone - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/27 $138 iPad mini Clone from Walmart is Actually Better? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/26, http://itgw.tny.cc/25 Samsung and Google are all that are left - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/24 EU Orders Google to Make AI and Search Changes Under the DMA - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/23

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Even MS Couldn't make Windows 11 work well with 8GB of RAM - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/22 Cuts & Layoffs won't Solve Xbox's Biggest Problems - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/21

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Customize the Finder Sidebar

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry DYMO LabelWriter 550 Turbo http://itgw.tny.cc/20

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5651 full 176 5 176 5 Episode 176 - Get in my Belly Episode 176 - Get in my Belly Ep. 176 - Get in my Belly – This week, we discuss Skip the iPhone Ultra, something better is coming, IL passes AI Safety Act, Samsung Unpacked, Win11 bug claiming 500GB of SSD space. Join us for all this and more! No No 2d986c52-cb4a-467a-ab53-cd0909cf7eae Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:05:20 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-176-get-in-my-belly The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 176 - Get in muh Belly!

Recorded Sunday July 12, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Skip the iPhone Ultra, something better is coming - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1z Apple Vision Air Cancelled? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1y iPhone 18 Pro/Max may be Thicker - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1x M6-era will last just 6 months as Apple Pushes for M7 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1w

AI Segment IL passes the AI Safety Measures Act (SB315) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1v Apple Sues OpenAI & Previous VP of Design for IP Theft - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1t MS Admits it was wrong about AI - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Samsung Unpacked - A New Shape is Unfolding - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1r

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Windows Bug Claiming up to 500GB of Hard Drive Space - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1q IT Admins are Sick of Microsoft's Garbage Apps/Products - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Rename Multiple Files at Once

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
Ninja Creami $129.99 https://a.co/d/0fxqsvAQ

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 176 - Get in muh Belly!

Recorded Sunday July 12, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Skip the iPhone Ultra, something better is coming - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1z Apple Vision Air Cancelled? - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1y iPhone 18 Pro/Max may be Thicker - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1x M6-era will last just 6 months as Apple Pushes for M7 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1w

AI Segment IL passes the AI Safety Measures Act (SB315) - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1v Apple Sues OpenAI & Previous VP of Design for IP Theft - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1t MS Admits it was wrong about AI - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Samsung Unpacked - A New Shape is Unfolding - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1r

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Windows Bug Claiming up to 500GB of Hard Drive Space - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1q IT Admins are Sick of Microsoft's Garbage Apps/Products - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Rename Multiple Files at Once

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
Ninja Creami $129.99 https://a.co/d/0fxqsvAQ

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5187 full 175 5 175 5 Episode 175 - She doesn't look a day over 225 Episode 175 - She doesn't look a day over 225 Ep. 175 - Doesn't look a day over 225 – This week, we discuss SCOTUS hears Apple's appeal on Epic Gaming ruling, MS' alleged Edge/AI-based OS, OxygenOS & RealmeUi to be discontinued, & MS bought Skype & sabotagied it. Join us for all this and more! No No 317ca8d7-e7a5-4703-9586-5426acf0f148 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:48:55 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-175-she-doesnt-look-a-day-over-225 The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 175 - She Doesn't Look a DAY Over 225...

Recorded Sunday July 5, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Supreme Court Agreens to hear Apple Appeal on Epic Games Ruling - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1n Apple Is Changing How It Issues Security Updates Due to Threats From AI - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1m Apple Responds to filed by 3 YouTube Channels - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1k Hide my eMail Exposing your Real eMail Address - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1j AirPods with Cameras won't be coming soon after all - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1h

AI Segment Microsoft's Alleged Edge/AI-based OS Leaks - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1g

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Report Claims OxygenOS & RealmeUI set to be Discontinued - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1f Google Pixel owners reporting issues after installing Android 17 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1e

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Spent $8.5B on Skype and spent over a Decade Sabotaging it - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1d Outlook Contacts will start appearing in iPhone Messages, Phone, Siri & other iOS apps - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1c They even Broke the Recycle Bin - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1a, http://itgw.tny.cc/1b

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel GOLREAN Portable Coffee Maker, Travel Coffee Maker, Portable Battery Pour Over Set, Rechargeable Coffee Maker with Electric Grinder & Insulated Mug for Travel, Camping, Car https://a.co/d/0b6Filk4

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 175 - She Doesn't Look a DAY Over 225...

Recorded Sunday July 5, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Supreme Court Agreens to hear Apple Appeal on Epic Games Ruling - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1n Apple Is Changing How It Issues Security Updates Due to Threats From AI - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1m Apple Responds to filed by 3 YouTube Channels - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1k Hide my eMail Exposing your Real eMail Address - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/1j AirPods with Cameras won't be coming soon after all - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1h

AI Segment Microsoft's Alleged Edge/AI-based OS Leaks - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1g

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Report Claims OxygenOS & RealmeUI set to be Discontinued - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1f Google Pixel owners reporting issues after installing Android 17 - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/1e

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Spent $8.5B on Skype and spent over a Decade Sabotaging it - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1d Outlook Contacts will start appearing in iPhone Messages, Phone, Siri & other iOS apps - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/1c They even Broke the Recycle Bin - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/1a, http://itgw.tny.cc/1b

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel GOLREAN Portable Coffee Maker, Travel Coffee Maker, Portable Battery Pour Over Set, Rechargeable Coffee Maker with Electric Grinder & Insulated Mug for Travel, Camping, Car https://a.co/d/0b6Filk4

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5123 full 174 5 174 5 Episode 174 - The March of the 27s Episode 174 - The March of the 27s Ep. 174 – The March of the 27s – This week, we discuss the results of WWDC 2026, the New Siri AI app, Android 17 APR1 Beta 4, & I don’t think I can go back to Windows. Join us for all this and more! No No 258169c8-1cfd-40dc-9568-fb8c17650b9a Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:13:00 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-174-the-march-of-the-27s The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 174 - The March of the 27s

Recorded Sunday June 14, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC and the March of the 27s - group discussion
Apple Still has 3 Unannounced iOS 27 Features in the Pipeline - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/19 Developer Issues in the 27's - Chris No URL Leaker New MacBook will 100% have a Touch Screen - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/18 macOS 27 warns that version 28 will see the end of Rosetta 2 - Chris No URL

AI Segment The New Siri AI App is now Available to Some - Chris G. No URL Anthropic Pulls Access to Claude 5 and Mythos 5 after Government Directive - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/17

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 is Available for Pixel Devices - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/15

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment I don't think I can go Back to Windows - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KQFgWdiudo Xbox Game Pass DID Lose Millions of Subscribers due to Price Hikes - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/14 Changes coming to Xbox amid Hard Truths & Layoffs - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/13 Microsoft is letting users Kill Bing in Win11 Search - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/12

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Keep macOS Updated

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry - Insta360 Link 2C Pro - 4K Webcam - $199 https://a.co/d/0hYm3cpb

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 174 - The March of the 27s

Recorded Sunday June 14, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC and the March of the 27s - group discussion
Apple Still has 3 Unannounced iOS 27 Features in the Pipeline - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/19 Developer Issues in the 27's - Chris No URL Leaker New MacBook will 100% have a Touch Screen - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/18 macOS 27 warns that version 28 will see the end of Rosetta 2 - Chris No URL

AI Segment The New Siri AI App is now Available to Some - Chris G. No URL Anthropic Pulls Access to Claude 5 and Mythos 5 after Government Directive - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/17

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 is Available for Pixel Devices - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/15

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment I don't think I can go Back to Windows - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KQFgWdiudo Xbox Game Pass DID Lose Millions of Subscribers due to Price Hikes - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/14 Changes coming to Xbox amid Hard Truths & Layoffs - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/13 Microsoft is letting users Kill Bing in Win11 Search - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/12

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

  1. Keep macOS Updated

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry - Insta360 Link 2C Pro - 4K Webcam - $199 https://a.co/d/0hYm3cpb

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6166 full 173 5 173 5 Episode 173 - Lil' Finder Guy Episode 173 - Lil' Finder Guy Ep. 173 – Lil’ Finder Guy – This week we discuss the last WWDC for Skinny Timmy, One 2025 Meeting at Apple Changed the Siri/AI direction, the Virtual OS Museum and 15 Reasons to use the New Outlook. Join us for all this and more! No No adad1059-8eee-4daa-bb7b-0aceb5b0960e Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:22:03 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-173-lil-finder-guy The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 173 - Lil' Finder Guy

Recorded Sunday June 7, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The Last time for Skinny Timmy - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/11 What to expect at WWDC - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/10 Apple Embraces Lil' Finder Guy - Chris G. https://apple.news/A_dgWHuFeTMm5nv2FBJWjUA

AI Segment One 2025 Meeting at Apple Changed the Siri/AI Direction - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/z Anthropic Says Something Unsettling Has Been Happening to Claude - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/y AI has Ruined the Job Market - Chris G. https://apple.news/A-10ZaIGYSAibDG3AH79cPw Duck Duck Go is the non-AI Browser for your iPhone - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/x

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment The Virtual OS Museum - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/w Pixel Watch 5 found... Where? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/v

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Ubuntu is the Linux Distro for AI - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/t MS Highlights 15 Reasons to Use the New Outlook & Leave Classic Behind - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Delete Mac Appliction Cache

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Osprey Talon 6L Lumbar Pack $94.95 https://a.co/d/0jdrJuYA

==================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 173 - Lil' Finder Guy

Recorded Sunday June 7, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The Last time for Skinny Timmy - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/11 What to expect at WWDC - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/10 Apple Embraces Lil' Finder Guy - Chris G. https://apple.news/A_dgWHuFeTMm5nv2FBJWjUA

AI Segment One 2025 Meeting at Apple Changed the Siri/AI Direction - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/z Anthropic Says Something Unsettling Has Been Happening to Claude - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/y AI has Ruined the Job Market - Chris G. https://apple.news/A-10ZaIGYSAibDG3AH79cPw Duck Duck Go is the non-AI Browser for your iPhone - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/x

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment The Virtual OS Museum - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/w Pixel Watch 5 found... Where? - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/v

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Ubuntu is the Linux Distro for AI - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/t MS Highlights 15 Reasons to Use the New Outlook & Leave Classic Behind - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Delete Mac Appliction Cache

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Osprey Talon 6L Lumbar Pack $94.95 https://a.co/d/0jdrJuYA

==================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6874 full 172 5 172 5 Episode 172 - Still Waiting on WWDC Episode 172 - Still Waiting on WWDC Ep. 172 - Still Waiting on WWDC – This week we discuss Apple Music Could get new, lower cost Subscription Tiers, Stop Using Google Right now, Why GB is Dead, & why MS is promising a new Era of PCs. Join us for all this and more! No No 99434b17-c63f-46b4-8db8-fa0280c754e3 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:50:25 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-172-still-waiting-on-wwdc The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 172 - Still Waiting on WWDC

Recorded Sunday May 31, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Music Could get new, lower cost Subscription Tiers - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/r iOS Siri Design could feature On Device AI - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/q iPhone 18 Pro's Camera Upgrade will Cost Apple 50% More - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/p

AI Segment Stop Using Google Right now! - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/n, http://itgw.tny.cc/m Free ChatGPT is Dead, Welcome the $200/month Subscription - Chris G. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcpq4ugob2U Corporate America enters AI Reckoning - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/k

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Messages is Finally Getting the Customization Feature Everyone Wanted - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/j Change that Embarrassing Gmail Address - Chris G. https://apple.news/AiisEFwJMTZSEPIJwn_Vd_g Motorola Phones are Hijacking Links to make Affiliate Cash - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/h Googlebook vs. MacBook Neo - Why GB is Dead - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment The FBI Just issued an Urgent Warning for Users Using Teams, Outlook or OneDrive - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/f MS Clarifies Win12 Rumors, Promises a New Era of PC next Week - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Windows Tip

  1. Clipboard History

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Dewalt Heavy Duty USBA to USBC Cable http://itgw.tny.cc/d

==================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 172 - Still Waiting on WWDC

Recorded Sunday May 31, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Music Could get new, lower cost Subscription Tiers - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/r iOS Siri Design could feature On Device AI - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/q iPhone 18 Pro's Camera Upgrade will Cost Apple 50% More - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/p

AI Segment Stop Using Google Right now! - Chris G. http://itgw.tny.cc/n, http://itgw.tny.cc/m Free ChatGPT is Dead, Welcome the $200/month Subscription - Chris G. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcpq4ugob2U Corporate America enters AI Reckoning - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/k

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Messages is Finally Getting the Customization Feature Everyone Wanted - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/j Change that Embarrassing Gmail Address - Chris G. https://apple.news/AiisEFwJMTZSEPIJwn_Vd_g Motorola Phones are Hijacking Links to make Affiliate Cash - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/h Googlebook vs. MacBook Neo - Why GB is Dead - Larry http://itgw.tny.cc/g

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment The FBI Just issued an Urgent Warning for Users Using Teams, Outlook or OneDrive - Joel http://itgw.tny.cc/f MS Clarifies Win12 Rumors, Promises a New Era of PC next Week - Chris http://itgw.tny.cc/e

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Windows Tip

  1. Clipboard History

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Dewalt Heavy Duty USBA to USBC Cable http://itgw.tny.cc/d

==================== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5294 full 171 5 171 5 Episode 171 - Thank You for your Sacrifice 2026 Episode 171 - Thank You for your Sacrifice 2026 Ep. 171 - Thank You for Your Sacrifice 2026– This week we discuss Apple and Intel reach a Chip Manufacturing Deal, AI bots in Meetings may Void Attorney-Client Privilege, & Goodbye Chromecast. Join us for all this and more! No No a4b1a731-6533-4d0b-a892-6470398ef3ac Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:42:17 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-171-thank-you-for-your-sacrifice-2026 The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 171 - Thank You for your Sacrifice 2026

Recorded Sunday May 24, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple and Intel reach a Chip Manufacturing Deal - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/c Apple Agrees to Pay iPhone Users $250M for Failing to Deliver AI Siri - Larry https://apple.news/AqmbIMV7lThCS6pwgR_mEEg Goodbye AirDrop! - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/b iOS 26.5.1 Coming to Address Bugs - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/a KC Public Schools to Replace 30k Windows & Chromebooks with Apple Devices - Chris G http://fne3.2.vu/9 iPhone Fold Production Stalls amid Hinge Issues - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/8

AI Segment AI bots in Meetings may Void Attorney-Client Privilage - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/7 AI Criticism on the Rise - Chris G. http://fne3.2.vu/6

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Goodbye Chromecast?? - Joel http://fne3.2.vu/5, http://fne3.2.vu/4 Everything from Google I/O 2026 - Joel http://fne3.2.vu/3

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Here is what MS is Offering Long-Serving Employees to Retire Early - Larry https://apple.news/AAouKUPMdRQqiYwpmtTuSyg MS Blaming the Security Researcher for Reporting a Vulnerabilty - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/2 MS New Copilot app turns it into a Sidebar that pushes your Apps Aside - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/1

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Linux Tip

  1. Speed Up Package Downloads

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Anker 8-in-1 Hub — $54.99 https://a.co/d/0gSu77gv

================= Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.f...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 171 - Thank You for your Sacrifice 2026

Recorded Sunday May 24, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple and Intel reach a Chip Manufacturing Deal - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/c Apple Agrees to Pay iPhone Users $250M for Failing to Deliver AI Siri - Larry https://apple.news/AqmbIMV7lThCS6pwgR_mEEg Goodbye AirDrop! - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/b iOS 26.5.1 Coming to Address Bugs - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/a KC Public Schools to Replace 30k Windows & Chromebooks with Apple Devices - Chris G http://fne3.2.vu/9 iPhone Fold Production Stalls amid Hinge Issues - Larry http://fne3.2.vu/8

AI Segment AI bots in Meetings may Void Attorney-Client Privilage - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/7 AI Criticism on the Rise - Chris G. http://fne3.2.vu/6

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Goodbye Chromecast?? - Joel http://fne3.2.vu/5, http://fne3.2.vu/4 Everything from Google I/O 2026 - Joel http://fne3.2.vu/3

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Here is what MS is Offering Long-Serving Employees to Retire Early - Larry https://apple.news/AAouKUPMdRQqiYwpmtTuSyg MS Blaming the Security Researcher for Reporting a Vulnerabilty - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/2 MS New Copilot app turns it into a Sidebar that pushes your Apps Aside - Chris http://fne3.2.vu/1

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Linux Tip

  1. Speed Up Package Downloads

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Anker 8-in-1 Hub — $54.99 https://a.co/d/0gSu77gv

================= Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.f...]]> iTechGear.org false no 7892 full 170 5 170 5 Episode 170 - Again, Just the Tip Episode 170 - Again, Just the Tip Ep. 170 – Again, Just the tip – This week we discuss if Apple has Given Up on the Vision Pro, the More Young People use AI the more they hate it, Facebook & Instagram losing users, & the MS Mistake-a-thon. Join us for all this and more! No No 086db723-4dd6-412f-9328-0a08e97a86e0 Wed, 06 May 2026 05:29:44 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-170-again-just-the-tip The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 170 - Again, Just the Tip

Recorded Sunday May 03, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Has Apple Given up on the Vision Pro? - Joel https://t.ly/w00Eq Mac Mini Offerings Change - Joel https://t.ly/bGkOL Apple not Updating the Base iPad? - Larry https://t.ly/ZF1NR Apple Fans Hating on the iPhone Ultra Design? - Larry https://t.ly/5rScN Even tho we know how its Killing the Crease - Chris https://t.ly/SCbDo watchOS 27 to include Updated AWU Watch Faces - Chris https://t.ly/cz5vD

AI Segment The More Young People use AI, the More they Hate it - Chris G https://t.ly/mwBP8 Claude Kills a Company in under 9 Seconds - Chris https://t.ly/CKBR7

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Facebook & Instagram losing Users? - Chris G. https://t.ly/X87P2 Users Refusing to Leave the Physical SIM Card Behind - Joel https://t.ly/wcO0n Three Reasons why Older Folks should choose Android over iPhone - Larry https://t.ly/cfUwq China Bans Meta Acquisition of Manus over National Security Concerns - Chris https://t.ly/nGT3G

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft Mistake-a-thon Microsoft Killed the App that 450M People use Everyday, & there's no going back! - Chris G https://t.ly/N9nkg Outlook is down...AGAIN! - Larry https://t.ly/NTE80 Microsoft Doing Foundational Work to Win Back Users - Chris G. https://t.ly/nmjxR MS Needs to Win back Win11 Fans - Chris https://t.ly/2sYbD

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Snap Windows Like a Pro

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Kindle Colorsoft - $279.99 https://a.co/d/0a59ew3H

============== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplic...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 170 - Again, Just the Tip

Recorded Sunday May 03, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Has Apple Given up on the Vision Pro? - Joel https://t.ly/w00Eq Mac Mini Offerings Change - Joel https://t.ly/bGkOL Apple not Updating the Base iPad? - Larry https://t.ly/ZF1NR Apple Fans Hating on the iPhone Ultra Design? - Larry https://t.ly/5rScN Even tho we know how its Killing the Crease - Chris https://t.ly/SCbDo watchOS 27 to include Updated AWU Watch Faces - Chris https://t.ly/cz5vD

AI Segment The More Young People use AI, the More they Hate it - Chris G https://t.ly/mwBP8 Claude Kills a Company in under 9 Seconds - Chris https://t.ly/CKBR7

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Facebook & Instagram losing Users? - Chris G. https://t.ly/X87P2 Users Refusing to Leave the Physical SIM Card Behind - Joel https://t.ly/wcO0n Three Reasons why Older Folks should choose Android over iPhone - Larry https://t.ly/cfUwq China Bans Meta Acquisition of Manus over National Security Concerns - Chris https://t.ly/nGT3G

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft Mistake-a-thon Microsoft Killed the App that 450M People use Everyday, & there's no going back! - Chris G https://t.ly/N9nkg Outlook is down...AGAIN! - Larry https://t.ly/NTE80 Microsoft Doing Foundational Work to Win Back Users - Chris G. https://t.ly/nmjxR MS Needs to Win back Win11 Fans - Chris https://t.ly/2sYbD

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Snap Windows Like a Pro

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Kindle Colorsoft - $279.99 https://a.co/d/0a59ew3H

============== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplic...]]> iTechGear.org false no 8363 full 169 5 169 5 Episodem 169 - The King is Retired. Long Live the King! Episodem 169 - The King is Retired. Long Live the King! Ep. 169 – The King is Dead. Long Live the King – This week we discuss Tim Cook stepping down, Meta laying off 8000 people, the EU requiring replicable batteries in smartphones, and Xbox slashing Game Pass prices. Join us for all this and more! No No 4649398c-1707-45b4-83f3-3a42c9b174d8 Sun, 03 May 2026 17:26:15 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episodem-169-the-king-is-retired-long-live-the-king The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 169 - The King is Retiring. Long Live the King!

Recorded Sunday April 26, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Tim Cook to Step Down on August 31,2026, John Ternus to Step Up on September 1 - Chris G https://t.ly/soNyA Vision Pro Creator Mike Rockwell has Considered Leaving Apple - Joel https://t.ly/5ZBu7 John Ternus explains what he thinks of Apple Vision Pro https://t.ly/ZUyvh Is Apple's iPad being Phased Out? - Chris G. https://t.ly/ooi45 Masimo's AW Ban Dismissed with Prejudice by US District Court - Chris https://t.ly/h4teY 5 Reasons why its Impossible to Leave the Walled Garden - Chris https://t.ly/aZNMf

AI Segment Meta to Lay Off 10% (or 8000) Employees in May - Chris G. https://t.ly/FRYoN Claude's New Connectors use AI to Order Food, Control Music & do Taxes - Joel https://t.ly/p8msO

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment The EU to Require Phone Makers to use Removable Batteries as of 2027 - Joel https://t.ly/Y0Zl- FCC expands WiFi Router Ban - Joel https://t.ly/pfhOg

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Xbox Slashes Game Pass Ultimate Price by $7 - Chris G. https://t.ly/309MN The Windows 11 Crisis Explained like You're 5 - Chris https://t.ly/ghYTX

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Moving your Windows Libraries in Windows 11

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Satechi USB C Hub Multiport Adapter - $39 https://t.ly/8yJGP

================ Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 169 - The King is Retiring. Long Live the King!

Recorded Sunday April 26, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Tim Cook to Step Down on August 31,2026, John Ternus to Step Up on September 1 - Chris G https://t.ly/soNyA Vision Pro Creator Mike Rockwell has Considered Leaving Apple - Joel https://t.ly/5ZBu7 John Ternus explains what he thinks of Apple Vision Pro https://t.ly/ZUyvh Is Apple's iPad being Phased Out? - Chris G. https://t.ly/ooi45 Masimo's AW Ban Dismissed with Prejudice by US District Court - Chris https://t.ly/h4teY 5 Reasons why its Impossible to Leave the Walled Garden - Chris https://t.ly/aZNMf

AI Segment Meta to Lay Off 10% (or 8000) Employees in May - Chris G. https://t.ly/FRYoN Claude's New Connectors use AI to Order Food, Control Music & do Taxes - Joel https://t.ly/p8msO

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment The EU to Require Phone Makers to use Removable Batteries as of 2027 - Joel https://t.ly/Y0Zl- FCC expands WiFi Router Ban - Joel https://t.ly/pfhOg

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Xbox Slashes Game Pass Ultimate Price by $7 - Chris G. https://t.ly/309MN The Windows 11 Crisis Explained like You're 5 - Chris https://t.ly/ghYTX

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Moving your Windows Libraries in Windows 11

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Satechi USB C Hub Multiport Adapter - $39 https://t.ly/8yJGP

================ Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6453 full 168 5 168 5 Episode 168 - Ring My Bell Episode 168 - Ring My Bell Ep. 168 – Ring my Bell – We have a full crew this week. This week we discuss iOS 26.4 Glass settings, Macs using eGPUs, Google Pixel growth & France switching from Windows to Linux. Join us for all this and more! No No 11da121e-9b5f-45a8-a047-fdaf5873eabd Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:40:36 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-168-ring-my-bell The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 168 - Ring my Bell

Recorded Sunday April 12, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 26.4 Allows you to get Rid of Glass - Larry https://t.ly/C5JzP Rumored Features could make iPhone Air 2 a Good Choice - Larry https://t.ly/br3Im Apple tops Global Smartphone Market for the First Time - Chris G. https://t.ly/S7IV9 MacBook Neo Chip Chip Shortage - Chris G. https://t.ly/BwOqB

AI Segment Macs can now use eGPUs - Chris G. https://t.ly/ppIHJ

Anthropic's Latest AI is too Powerful for the Public - Joel https://t.ly/vLAY7 Microsoft says AI Agents will need to buy Software Licenses - Chris G. https://t.ly/jZAk9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Pixel is the only Android Line Growing - Joel https://t.ly/SmHuT Samsung Galaxy Z Tri-Fold Comes Back - Chris G. https://t.ly/0BTYm

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment France Ditching MS Windows In Government Agencies - Larry https://t.ly/9htjv Microsoft Removing Gratuitous Copilot Buttons - Chris https://t.ly/b8V4j Microsoft Changes Windows Insider Channels - Chris https://t.ly/xP8xa

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Clear Browser Cache & Cookies

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel USB C to Garmin Watch Charger Cable Adapter 4-Pack - $9.99 https://a.co/d/0gxlvW1D

========== Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 168 - Ring my Bell

Recorded Sunday April 12, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 26.4 Allows you to get Rid of Glass - Larry https://t.ly/C5JzP Rumored Features could make iPhone Air 2 a Good Choice - Larry https://t.ly/br3Im Apple tops Global Smartphone Market for the First Time - Chris G. https://t.ly/S7IV9 MacBook Neo Chip Chip Shortage - Chris G. https://t.ly/BwOqB

AI Segment Macs can now use eGPUs - Chris G. https://t.ly/ppIHJ

Anthropic's Latest AI is too Powerful for the Public - Joel https://t.ly/vLAY7 Microsoft says AI Agents will need to buy Software Licenses - Chris G. https://t.ly/jZAk9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Pixel is the only Android Line Growing - Joel https://t.ly/SmHuT Samsung Galaxy Z Tri-Fold Comes Back - Chris G. https://t.ly/0BTYm

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment France Ditching MS Windows In Government Agencies - Larry https://t.ly/9htjv Microsoft Removing Gratuitous Copilot Buttons - Chris https://t.ly/b8V4j Microsoft Changes Windows Insider Channels - Chris https://t.ly/xP8xa

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Clear Browser Cache & Cookies

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel USB C to Garmin Watch Charger Cable Adapter 4-Pack - $9.99 https://a.co/d/0gxlvW1D

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5720 full 167 5 167 5 Episode 167 - Stop being so Picky Episode 167 - Stop being so Picky Ep. 167 - Stop being so Picky – Its just Chris & Chris G. this week. This week we discuss Apple Turns 50, AI Investment vs. ROI, Google Meet released for CarPlay, MS will Force-Update you to 25H2, & you can't opt out. Join us for all this and more! No No 7e8cf915-c5ff-4c34-8007-5aa1f9eb672a Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:20:35 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-167-stop-being-so-picky The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 167 - Stop Being so Picky

Recorded Sunday April 05, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple 50th anniversary https://t.ly/hyZRQ iPhone Pro / Max - Orange has lead to huge sales increases in China (And almost 40% of sales are cosmic orange) https://t.ly/ZKKNI. Siri Might be causing some product Launch Delays https://t.ly/xVvs1, https://t.ly/65GGI

AI Segment AI Investment vs ROI https://t.ly/qUN0U

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Meet released for CarPlay before Android Auto https://t.ly/DUVk3 End of an era: Samsung is killing Samsung Messages in favor of Google Messages https://t.ly/ySzx4

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft will force-update PCs to Windows 11 25H2. You can’t opt out https://t.ly/KEtRC Outlook Sucks on and off World https://t.ly/mq4g3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Surge Protection & Power Backup

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. Apple AirTag - $29, $99 https://t.ly/dVSBR, https://t.ly/La2_x

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 167 - Stop Being so Picky

Recorded Sunday April 05, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple 50th anniversary https://t.ly/hyZRQ iPhone Pro / Max - Orange has lead to huge sales increases in China (And almost 40% of sales are cosmic orange) https://t.ly/ZKKNI. Siri Might be causing some product Launch Delays https://t.ly/xVvs1, https://t.ly/65GGI

AI Segment AI Investment vs ROI https://t.ly/qUN0U

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Meet released for CarPlay before Android Auto https://t.ly/DUVk3 End of an era: Samsung is killing Samsung Messages in favor of Google Messages https://t.ly/ySzx4

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft will force-update PCs to Windows 11 25H2. You can’t opt out https://t.ly/KEtRC Outlook Sucks on and off World https://t.ly/mq4g3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Surge Protection & Power Backup

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. Apple AirTag - $29, $99 https://t.ly/dVSBR, https://t.ly/La2_x

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5853 full 166 5 166 5 Episode 166 - So Long MacPro, we barely Knew Ye Episode 166 - So Long MacPro, we barely Knew Ye Ep. 166 - So Long MacPro, we barely Knew Ye – We have a full crew! This week we discuss the timing and what to expect from WWDC, Sora isn't the only thing OpenAI shutdown, & OnePlus Exiting World Markets. Join us for all this and more! No No 0077200d-f92a-4012-b164-74a95e2d49f9 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:32:58 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-166-so-long-macpro-we-barely-knew-ye The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 166 - So Long MacPro, we barely Knew Ye

Recorded Sunday March 29, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC set for 6/8 to 6/12 - Chris https://t.ly/Dnz6N M5 Pro MBP in the House - Larry NO URL The MacPro is No More - Larry https://t.ly/UB2Y2 Apple Hires Veteran Google VP to Lead AI Product Marketing - Chris https://t.ly/UlpMc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment Sora isn’t the only thing OpenAI shut down this month - Chris G. https://t.ly/0iLxb Apple to Allow Multiple AI Chatbots to Integrate with Siri - Larry https://t.ly/bIzII

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment OnePlus to Exit World Markets - Joel https://t.ly/lYEaJ FCC Updates Ban on Foreign Made Routers to include Consumer Models - Joel https://t.ly/RWFNj, https://t.ly/PWS6s, https://t.ly/uWOnJ

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Patch Tuesday is Killing Windows Update - Chris https://t.ly/_TXRW MS Stops Rollout of the latest Windows 11 Feature Update - Chris https://t.ly/Q0XX2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Be Careful With Free Downloads

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Raspberry Pi 2 Zero W - $37.90 https://t.ly/J_X_P

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 166 - So Long MacPro, we barely Knew Ye

Recorded Sunday March 29, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC set for 6/8 to 6/12 - Chris https://t.ly/Dnz6N M5 Pro MBP in the House - Larry NO URL The MacPro is No More - Larry https://t.ly/UB2Y2 Apple Hires Veteran Google VP to Lead AI Product Marketing - Chris https://t.ly/UlpMc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment Sora isn’t the only thing OpenAI shut down this month - Chris G. https://t.ly/0iLxb Apple to Allow Multiple AI Chatbots to Integrate with Siri - Larry https://t.ly/bIzII

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment OnePlus to Exit World Markets - Joel https://t.ly/lYEaJ FCC Updates Ban on Foreign Made Routers to include Consumer Models - Joel https://t.ly/RWFNj, https://t.ly/PWS6s, https://t.ly/uWOnJ

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Patch Tuesday is Killing Windows Update - Chris https://t.ly/_TXRW MS Stops Rollout of the latest Windows 11 Feature Update - Chris https://t.ly/Q0XX2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Be Careful With Free Downloads

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Raspberry Pi 2 Zero W - $37.90 https://t.ly/J_X_P

================ Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5435 full 165 5 165 5 Episode 165 - Chuck Norris Counts to Infinity, Twice Episode 165 - Chuck Norris Counts to Infinity, Twice Ep. 165 - Chuck Norris Counts to Infinity, Twice – This week we finalize the discussion of the new MacBook Neo by announcing our review, Bezos to raise $100B for AI manufacturing, & the latest MS Mistake-a-thon. Join us for all this and more! No No ff58ce49-c77b-438e-b4f4-8475108a6b54 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:56:34 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-165-chuck-norris-counts-to-infinity-twice The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 165 - Chuck Norris counts to infinity. Twice.

Recorded Sunday March 22, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment MacBook Neo Review - Chris G. NO URL MBN ok with 4k Video Editing & 59 Chrome Tabs - Larry https://t.ly/sVZW2 ITC judge: New SpO2 AW Method doesn't Infringe on Masimo Patent - Chris https://t.ly/o00ai Is Siri Still in Trouble? - Larry https://t.ly/fhHQw

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment Bezos in Talks to Raise $100B for AI Manufacturing Fund - Joel https://t.ly/52W7U China is Mobilizing thousands of 1 Person AI Startups - Chris G. https://t.ly/TtrAr What do AI based layoffs say about their ability to scale? - Chris G. https://t.ly/7OFZn AI Agents - I'm All Verklempt - Joel https://t.ly/ZyHQd

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Side-loading Android Apps is going to get Really Complicated - Joel https://t.ly/EIU76 Pixel Watch seeing Errors in Server-Side Fitbit Stats - Larry https://t.ly/pxhtE

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment March Win11 Update Breaks Teams, OneDrive - Chris https://t.ly/50C6X MS' "1000 Points of Blight" - Larry https://t.ly/wcUdg MS Ready to make Win 11 Less Shitty - Larry https://t.ly/JaXhl, https://t.ly/HL5pq PC Makers Rattled by MacBook Neo - Chris https://t.ly/eaMOw

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Organize Files & Folders Clearly

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Virtual Box https://www.virtualbox.org/

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 165 - Chuck Norris counts to infinity. Twice.

Recorded Sunday March 22, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment MacBook Neo Review - Chris G. NO URL MBN ok with 4k Video Editing & 59 Chrome Tabs - Larry https://t.ly/sVZW2 ITC judge: New SpO2 AW Method doesn't Infringe on Masimo Patent - Chris https://t.ly/o00ai Is Siri Still in Trouble? - Larry https://t.ly/fhHQw

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment Bezos in Talks to Raise $100B for AI Manufacturing Fund - Joel https://t.ly/52W7U China is Mobilizing thousands of 1 Person AI Startups - Chris G. https://t.ly/TtrAr What do AI based layoffs say about their ability to scale? - Chris G. https://t.ly/7OFZn AI Agents - I'm All Verklempt - Joel https://t.ly/ZyHQd

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Side-loading Android Apps is going to get Really Complicated - Joel https://t.ly/EIU76 Pixel Watch seeing Errors in Server-Side Fitbit Stats - Larry https://t.ly/pxhtE

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment March Win11 Update Breaks Teams, OneDrive - Chris https://t.ly/50C6X MS' "1000 Points of Blight" - Larry https://t.ly/wcUdg MS Ready to make Win 11 Less Shitty - Larry https://t.ly/JaXhl, https://t.ly/HL5pq PC Makers Rattled by MacBook Neo - Chris https://t.ly/eaMOw

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Organize Files & Folders Clearly

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Virtual Box https://www.virtualbox.org/

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6383 full 164 5 164 5 Episode 164 - The Neo is Here Episode 164 - The Neo is Here Ep. 164 – The Neo is here – This week we extensively discuss the new MacBook Neo, AI Deep Fakes getting Scary, a frighting, new Phishing Scam, & the latest MS Mistake-a-thon. Join us for all this and more! No No bb79c517-e435-4ef4-bb5a-19d60b91139c Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:09:43 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-164-the-neo-is-here The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 164 - The Neo is Here

Recorded Sunday March 15, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Macbook Neo in the House! - Chris G. NO URL The Neo's Keyboard is different - Larry https://t.ly/DUPIC PC Makers aren't Ready for the Neo - Chris https://t.ly/dUs4- The Neo makes the Rest of Apple's Linup Hard to Justify - Chris G. https://t.ly/f9m9B The Neo is Apple's Most Reparable MacBook in Years - Chris https://t.ly/8U7a- Want the Neo (or any other Apple gadget)? Anyone can use the Education Store - Chris https://t.ly/Jjzt0 50 yrs of Different - Joel https://t.ly/DL9V2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment Deep fakes are Getting Seriously Scary - Chris G. https://t.ly/YuY8r Meta is laying off 20% of the Company - Chris G. https://t.ly/0Ny8b Is the Success Rate of AI Improving? - Joel https://t.ly/Hipej

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Malicious Scam https://t.ly/4cVxj Google Maps got a new Driving Experience - Joel https://t.ly/eQ87I Apple might be Cooked - Larry https://t.ly/3zQpC

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Drive C:\ is not Accessible - Chris https://t.ly/EBKcy Windows 12 Could be the Tipping Point - Chris https://t.ly/Q5VNc Win11 Losing an AI Feature - Chris https://t.ly/skfZI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Avoid Phishing Scams & Suspicious Links

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Samsung 128 GB USB-C USB Flash Drive ($31.99) https://a.co/d/02PDShj9

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww....]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 164 - The Neo is Here

Recorded Sunday March 15, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Macbook Neo in the House! - Chris G. NO URL The Neo's Keyboard is different - Larry https://t.ly/DUPIC PC Makers aren't Ready for the Neo - Chris https://t.ly/dUs4- The Neo makes the Rest of Apple's Linup Hard to Justify - Chris G. https://t.ly/f9m9B The Neo is Apple's Most Reparable MacBook in Years - Chris https://t.ly/8U7a- Want the Neo (or any other Apple gadget)? Anyone can use the Education Store - Chris https://t.ly/Jjzt0 50 yrs of Different - Joel https://t.ly/DL9V2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment Deep fakes are Getting Seriously Scary - Chris G. https://t.ly/YuY8r Meta is laying off 20% of the Company - Chris G. https://t.ly/0Ny8b Is the Success Rate of AI Improving? - Joel https://t.ly/Hipej

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Malicious Scam https://t.ly/4cVxj Google Maps got a new Driving Experience - Joel https://t.ly/eQ87I Apple might be Cooked - Larry https://t.ly/3zQpC

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Drive C:\ is not Accessible - Chris https://t.ly/EBKcy Windows 12 Could be the Tipping Point - Chris https://t.ly/Q5VNc Win11 Losing an AI Feature - Chris https://t.ly/skfZI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Avoid Phishing Scams & Suspicious Links

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Samsung 128 GB USB-C USB Flash Drive ($31.99) https://a.co/d/02PDShj9

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww....]]> iTechGear.org false no 9467 full 163 5 163 5 Episode 163 - There is no Spoon Episode 163 - There is no Spoon Ep. 163 - There is no Spoon – This week we discuss the results of Apple’s March Event, the AI scare trade moves from software to the rest of the economy, Android’s March feature drop, and the latest MS Mistakes. Join us for all this and more! No No fd13927d-9c54-407c-b342-bf726b561f15 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:39:26 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-163-there-is-no-spoon The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 163 - There is no Spoon

Recorded Sunday March 09, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment March Apple Event New Product Releases - Larry https://t.ly/6J-rw iPhone 17e M4 iPad Air Mac Studio Display & Studio Display XR M5 MacBook Air https://t.ly/1lM29 M5 Pro/ Max MacBook Pro MacBook Neo https://t.ly/evtBf Not all Macs Can use the Studio Display SDR at 120Hz - Joel https://t.ly/L5iTx Apple Planning MacBook Ultra with Touch Screen & Higher Price - Chris G. https://t.ly/eH8oi

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment The AI scare trade moves from software to the Entire Economy - Chris G. https://t.ly/WiAR7 US Agencies switching to OpenAI, Google amid Anthropic phase out - Chris G. https://t.ly/hKWkW

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Android's March Feature Drop - 12 New Features - Joel https://t.ly/8O7hi Google's Apple Envy - Android App Distribution gets Locked Down - Larry https://t.ly/7nH6r Ironman issues competition ban on Oakley Meta Glasses - Joel https://t.ly/Drziz BGR claims Flash Drives are Irellevant - Joel https://t.ly/IkthF

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft Mistake-a-thon Forced Windows 11 Updates/ Unwanted Installs - Chris https://t.ly/lcNFb Win11 Update Breaking Internet Connectivity - Chris https://t.ly/QrriG Win10 Update Breaking Recovery Tools - Chris https://t.ly/yi8mp MS Delays Mandatory Switch to new Outlook until 2027 - Larry https://t.ly/Y_LOr

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Troubleshooting Screen Saver Stutter

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Wattbricks 99.2 Wh Power Station $39.00 - $49.99 https://t.ly/b9BkC, https://t.ly/Jc6n9

Co...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 163 - There is no Spoon

Recorded Sunday March 09, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment March Apple Event New Product Releases - Larry https://t.ly/6J-rw iPhone 17e M4 iPad Air Mac Studio Display & Studio Display XR M5 MacBook Air https://t.ly/1lM29 M5 Pro/ Max MacBook Pro MacBook Neo https://t.ly/evtBf Not all Macs Can use the Studio Display SDR at 120Hz - Joel https://t.ly/L5iTx Apple Planning MacBook Ultra with Touch Screen & Higher Price - Chris G. https://t.ly/eH8oi

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment The AI scare trade moves from software to the Entire Economy - Chris G. https://t.ly/WiAR7 US Agencies switching to OpenAI, Google amid Anthropic phase out - Chris G. https://t.ly/hKWkW

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Android's March Feature Drop - 12 New Features - Joel https://t.ly/8O7hi Google's Apple Envy - Android App Distribution gets Locked Down - Larry https://t.ly/7nH6r Ironman issues competition ban on Oakley Meta Glasses - Joel https://t.ly/Drziz BGR claims Flash Drives are Irellevant - Joel https://t.ly/IkthF

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment Microsoft Mistake-a-thon Forced Windows 11 Updates/ Unwanted Installs - Chris https://t.ly/lcNFb Win11 Update Breaking Internet Connectivity - Chris https://t.ly/QrriG Win10 Update Breaking Recovery Tools - Chris https://t.ly/yi8mp MS Delays Mandatory Switch to new Outlook until 2027 - Larry https://t.ly/Y_LOr

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Troubleshooting Screen Saver Stutter

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Wattbricks 99.2 Wh Power Station $39.00 - $49.99 https://t.ly/b9BkC, https://t.ly/Jc6n9

Co...]]> iTechGear.org false no 7673 full 162 5 162 5 Episode 162 - I Love the Smell of a Burnt Billion in the Morning Episode 162 - I Love the Smell of a Burnt Billion in the Morning Ep. 162 - I Love the Smell of a Burnt Billion in the Morning – This week we discuss Apple’s March Event, an MIT Study that finds there aren’t any AI Guidelines, & Google Unveils the Pixel 10a. Join us for all this and more! No No a3bb8cfe-9334-4fb2-bb01-ce2ae47d63cb Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:48:54 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-162-i-love-the-smell-of-a-burnt-billion-in-the-morning The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 162 - I Love the Smell of a Burnt Billion in the Morning

Recorded Sunday February 22, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's March Event - Joel https://t.ly/B9iQt visionOS Unlocks Foveated Streaming for Apps and Games - Chris G. https://t.ly/YFxe7 OneDrive gets a macOS Update - Chris https://t.ly/_dR4B

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment MIT Finds there aren't any AI Guidelines - Chris G. https://t.ly/YygeT YouTube adds Conversational AI to its SmartTV apps - Chris https://t.ly/eFxLW A Billion Dollars Burnt - Gates to Nadella - Chris G. https://t.ly/pPui4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Unveils Pixel 10a - Joel https://t.ly/7FsDF YouTube Restores Service after Streaming Outage - Chris https://t.ly/67pV1 Outage Cause Revealed https://t.ly/m-prR Meta's Smartwatch is Back from the Dead - Joel https://t.ly/Tw8Or Google Android Killed Wide Foldables But it may have to Support them now - Chris G https://t.ly/M_awJ, https://t.ly/gVk4Z

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Splits the Canary Channel - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-splits-canary-channel-into-two-with-new-windows-11-build-295311000/ Microsoft says Office bug exposed customers’ confidential emails to Copilot AI - Joel https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/microsoft-says-office-bug-exposed-customers-confidential-emails-to-copilot-ai/ MS Announces ESU Programs for 3 More Versions of Windows & a Price Increase - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-announces-new-esu-programs-for-more-versions-of-windows/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

New Fraud Phishing Scam

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend the...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 162 - I Love the Smell of a Burnt Billion in the Morning

Recorded Sunday February 22, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's March Event - Joel https://t.ly/B9iQt visionOS Unlocks Foveated Streaming for Apps and Games - Chris G. https://t.ly/YFxe7 OneDrive gets a macOS Update - Chris https://t.ly/_dR4B

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

AI Segment MIT Finds there aren't any AI Guidelines - Chris G. https://t.ly/YygeT YouTube adds Conversational AI to its SmartTV apps - Chris https://t.ly/eFxLW A Billion Dollars Burnt - Gates to Nadella - Chris G. https://t.ly/pPui4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile Segment Google Unveils Pixel 10a - Joel https://t.ly/7FsDF YouTube Restores Service after Streaming Outage - Chris https://t.ly/67pV1 Outage Cause Revealed https://t.ly/m-prR Meta's Smartwatch is Back from the Dead - Joel https://t.ly/Tw8Or Google Android Killed Wide Foldables But it may have to Support them now - Chris G https://t.ly/M_awJ, https://t.ly/gVk4Z

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows and Linux Segment MS Splits the Canary Channel - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-splits-canary-channel-into-two-with-new-windows-11-build-295311000/ Microsoft says Office bug exposed customers’ confidential emails to Copilot AI - Joel https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/microsoft-says-office-bug-exposed-customers-confidential-emails-to-copilot-ai/ MS Announces ESU Programs for 3 More Versions of Windows & a Price Increase - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-announces-new-esu-programs-for-more-versions-of-windows/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

New Fraud Phishing Scam

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend the...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5538 full 161 5 161 5 Episode 161 - We're off to see the Gurman Episode 161 - We're off to see the Gurman Ep. 161 - We're off to see the Gurman– This week we discuss the launch of Apple's Creative Studio, What's App & Telegram blocked in Russia, and One Billion Win11 users, and they're Pissed! Join us for all this and more! No No 5ce26651-5049-42a4-9f36-71e093947ec5 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:42:03 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-161-were-off-to-see-the-gurman The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 161 - We're off to see the Gurman

Recorded Sunday February 15, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Creator Studio Launches - Larry https://t.ly/9UFc- Is Apple Phasing out the iWork Brand? - Larry https://t.ly/BP6SU Will Siri Still Launch on Time? Larry https://t.ly/xdiu6, https://t.ly/qn-J_ YouTube Launches on Vision Pro - Chris G. https://t.ly/80QeI MacBook with iPhone Chip Rumored to Launch in March - Joel https://t.ly/EAHSa

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Mobile/ Linux Segment What's App & Telegram blocked in Russia - Chris G. https://t.ly/Cbjx4 Meta Smart Glasses causing Issues in Schools - Chris G. https://t.ly/Xw6qP Android 17 now in Beta - Joel https://t.ly/BXU_Q, https://t.ly/25wD7 Samsung is Releasing a Wider Fold 8 - Joel https://t.ly/TIqaD

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment One Billion Win11 users, and they're Pissed! - Chris https://t.ly/gvWw0 MS added AI to Notepad ane Created a Security Failure - Chris G. https://t.ly/zAVVA Feb's Win11 Update is causing Startup Problems - Chris G. https://t.ly/LdgVj MS Scalling Back Copilot & Walking Back the AI Overload? - Chris https://t.ly/in0Mn

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Customize Your Taskbar or Dock

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use
and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Garmin inReach Messenger $234 PLUS Activation and Subscription https://a.co/d/01X2XoaC, https://t.ly/dO_WZ

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 161 - We're off to see the Gurman

Recorded Sunday February 15, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Creator Studio Launches - Larry https://t.ly/9UFc- Is Apple Phasing out the iWork Brand? - Larry https://t.ly/BP6SU Will Siri Still Launch on Time? Larry https://t.ly/xdiu6, https://t.ly/qn-J_ YouTube Launches on Vision Pro - Chris G. https://t.ly/80QeI MacBook with iPhone Chip Rumored to Launch in March - Joel https://t.ly/EAHSa

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment What's App & Telegram blocked in Russia - Chris G. https://t.ly/Cbjx4 Meta Smart Glasses causing Issues in Schools - Chris G. https://t.ly/Xw6qP Android 17 now in Beta - Joel https://t.ly/BXU_Q, https://t.ly/25wD7 Samsung is Releasing a Wider Fold 8 - Joel https://t.ly/TIqaD

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment One Billion Win11 users, and they're Pissed! - Chris https://t.ly/gvWw0 MS added AI to Notepad ane Created a Security Failure - Chris G. https://t.ly/zAVVA Feb's Win11 Update is causing Startup Problems - Chris G. https://t.ly/LdgVj MS Scalling Back Copilot & Walking Back the AI Overload? - Chris https://t.ly/in0Mn

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Customize Your Taskbar or Dock

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use
and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Garmin inReach Messenger $234 PLUS Activation and Subscription https://a.co/d/01X2XoaC, https://t.ly/dO_WZ

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6208 full 160 5 160 5 Episode 160 - So Many Mistakes So Little Time Episode 160 - So Many Mistakes So Little Time Ep. 160 - So Many Mistakes So Little Time – This week we discuss Apple's Janurary Creator Event, Tesla puts Autopilot behind a Pay Wall, & in the MS Mistake-a-thon, Windows 11 bugs abound! Join us for all this and more! No No 85a7c953-bb3a-4fdb-bc1d-5bcfa12b8153 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:54:34 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-160-so-many-mistakes-so-little-time The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 160 - So Many Mistakes, So Little Time

Recorded Sunday January 25, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Quick PSA - Install the latest version of iOS26 - Chris Apple's Janurary Creator Event - Joel https://t.ly/tskL_ Apple Doomed because of AI (& not the way you think) - Larry https://t.ly/a8qsB New Siri Expected in iOS 26.4 - Chris G. - Brief Announce ONLY https://t.ly/SEUSR, https://t.ly/IDR05

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Tesla puts Autopilot behind a Pay Wall - Larry https://t.ly/ozqaT, https://t.ly/gEIV1 OnePlus is Changing the way it Operates in the US - Joel https://t.ly/vH58i The Pixel Weather app was Least Accurate for one Reviewer - Chris G. https://t.ly/4IArd Buying a New Phone in 2026 Is Going to Suck so Plan Ahead - Chris G. https://t.ly/4k-kp

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft Mistake-a-Thon Windows 11 Bugs Abound - Chris G. https://t.ly/IyRwX Windows Update - Some PC's won't Boot - Chris https://t.ly/2U0M- Microsoft Outlook Outage - Chris G. https://t.ly/eql23, https://t.ly/dpfmE Nadella is concerned the public has had enough of "AI slop" - Joel https://t.ly/ug7zx Microsoft will hand over BitLocker Encryption Keys to the FBI - Chris G. https://t.ly/VvC5s

Microsoft Clean-Up: Does it make a Difference? - Chris https://t.ly/loz6c

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Strong, Unique Passwords

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D Printer - $350 https://t.ly/e7w2F

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://ww...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 160 - So Many Mistakes, So Little Time

Recorded Sunday January 25, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Quick PSA - Install the latest version of iOS26 - Chris Apple's Janurary Creator Event - Joel https://t.ly/tskL_ Apple Doomed because of AI (& not the way you think) - Larry https://t.ly/a8qsB New Siri Expected in iOS 26.4 - Chris G. - Brief Announce ONLY https://t.ly/SEUSR, https://t.ly/IDR05

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Tesla puts Autopilot behind a Pay Wall - Larry https://t.ly/ozqaT, https://t.ly/gEIV1 OnePlus is Changing the way it Operates in the US - Joel https://t.ly/vH58i The Pixel Weather app was Least Accurate for one Reviewer - Chris G. https://t.ly/4IArd Buying a New Phone in 2026 Is Going to Suck so Plan Ahead - Chris G. https://t.ly/4k-kp

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft Mistake-a-Thon Windows 11 Bugs Abound - Chris G. https://t.ly/IyRwX Windows Update - Some PC's won't Boot - Chris https://t.ly/2U0M- Microsoft Outlook Outage - Chris G. https://t.ly/eql23, https://t.ly/dpfmE Nadella is concerned the public has had enough of "AI slop" - Joel https://t.ly/ug7zx Microsoft will hand over BitLocker Encryption Keys to the FBI - Chris G. https://t.ly/VvC5s

Microsoft Clean-Up: Does it make a Difference? - Chris https://t.ly/loz6c

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Strong, Unique Passwords

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D Printer - $350 https://t.ly/e7w2F

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://ww...]]> iTechGear.org false no 4218 full 159 5 159 5 Episode 159 - Trust but Verify Episode 159 - Trust but Verify Ep. 159 – Trust but Verify – This week, we have a full crew, and we discuss Logitech mice stop working on Macs, Gmail is entring the Gemini era, and MS says the layoff rumors are a hoax. Join us for all this and more! No No dee1efe5-1aae-45f7-8266-2b0051f878b3 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:59:02 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-159-trust-but-verify The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 159 - Trust but Verify

Recorded Sunday January 11, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Logitech Mice stop working on Macs - Chris G. https://t.ly/Nm6lC The iPhone Fold may be more like an iPad than an iPhone - Larry https://t.ly/kbcki CES - Intricuit's Magic Screen gives your MBP a Touch Screen - Chris https://t.ly/0hC5I Give your iPhone some Personality - Joel https://t.ly/_vdh2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment US Senators call for Grok & X to be removed from Apple & Google App Stores - Chris https://t.ly/v9jRv The US Government just Followed thru on its ban of Drones (it is MORE than JUST DJI) - Joel https://t.ly/I0Vqi, https://t.ly/1-Wdz Gmail is entering the Gemini Era - Larry https://t.ly/zNh1y Google Deprecating Two Older Gmail Features - Chris https://t.ly/CzZtC Motorola to release the Razr Fold - Joel https://t.ly/f3rzm

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS says the Layoff Rumors are a Hoax - Chris https://t.ly/69Fdc Microsoft adding Copilot to File Manager - Chris https://t.ly/6t4RH

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Close Unused Programs & Tabs

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Kasa Outdoor 2- Outlet Smart Plug - $19 https://a.co/d/j56Pfqq

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 159 - Trust but Verify

Recorded Sunday January 11, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Logitech Mice stop working on Macs - Chris G. https://t.ly/Nm6lC The iPhone Fold may be more like an iPad than an iPhone - Larry https://t.ly/kbcki CES - Intricuit's Magic Screen gives your MBP a Touch Screen - Chris https://t.ly/0hC5I Give your iPhone some Personality - Joel https://t.ly/_vdh2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment US Senators call for Grok & X to be removed from Apple & Google App Stores - Chris https://t.ly/v9jRv The US Government just Followed thru on its ban of Drones (it is MORE than JUST DJI) - Joel https://t.ly/I0Vqi, https://t.ly/1-Wdz Gmail is entering the Gemini Era - Larry https://t.ly/zNh1y Google Deprecating Two Older Gmail Features - Chris https://t.ly/CzZtC Motorola to release the Razr Fold - Joel https://t.ly/f3rzm

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS says the Layoff Rumors are a Hoax - Chris https://t.ly/69Fdc Microsoft adding Copilot to File Manager - Chris https://t.ly/6t4RH

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Close Unused Programs & Tabs

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Kasa Outdoor 2- Outlet Smart Plug - $19 https://a.co/d/j56Pfqq

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5882 full 158 5 158 5 Episode 158 - Another Year TBD Episode 158 - Another Year TBD Ep. 158 - Another Year TBD – This week, we have a full crew, and we discuss No iPhone 18 in 2026, Is Click's Powered Keyboard the Solution we want or need, and MS Kills Phone Activations for Windows. Join us for all this and more! No No 2e4950ff-3b49-4359-97a1-5543e40951b7 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:33:00 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-158-another-year-tbd The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 158 - Another Year TBD

Recorded Sunday January 04, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's A-Series Macbook is almost here - Larry https://t.ly/FS7Jw, https://t.ly/gZLve No iPhone 18 in 2026? - Chris https://t.ly/HBsGm Will the Apple Card Shake Up Happen in 2026? - Chris G. https://t.ly/2abgG Apple's Long Game is Safe, Secure and Ethical AI - Chris G. https://t.ly/2v_J9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Is Click's Powered Keyboard the Solution we want or need? - Joel https://t.ly/t5EGK, https://t.ly/QTjiI Is Retro-Computing the Thing in 2026? - Larry https://t.ly/WAi2Z Punkt MC03 is an Android Phone with an OS Subscription - Joel https://t.ly/wny7S Disney+/ Hulu Bundle - Chris https://t.ly/rjTK3

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Administering PCs is Much more Difficult in the CoPilot and Bing Era - Larry NO URL Win11 will let you see fewer ads - Chris https://t.ly/Kdtm9 Microsoft Quietly Kills Win10/11 Activation by Phone - Larry https://t.ly/PhoCD

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Restart Your PC Regularly

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel GoRuck Rucker 4.0 $255.00 https://www.goruck.com/products/rucker

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 158 - Another Year TBD

Recorded Sunday January 04, 2026 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's A-Series Macbook is almost here - Larry https://t.ly/FS7Jw, https://t.ly/gZLve No iPhone 18 in 2026? - Chris https://t.ly/HBsGm Will the Apple Card Shake Up Happen in 2026? - Chris G. https://t.ly/2abgG Apple's Long Game is Safe, Secure and Ethical AI - Chris G. https://t.ly/2v_J9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Is Click's Powered Keyboard the Solution we want or need? - Joel https://t.ly/t5EGK, https://t.ly/QTjiI Is Retro-Computing the Thing in 2026? - Larry https://t.ly/WAi2Z Punkt MC03 is an Android Phone with an OS Subscription - Joel https://t.ly/wny7S Disney+/ Hulu Bundle - Chris https://t.ly/rjTK3

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Administering PCs is Much more Difficult in the CoPilot and Bing Era - Larry NO URL Win11 will let you see fewer ads - Chris https://t.ly/Kdtm9 Microsoft Quietly Kills Win10/11 Activation by Phone - Larry https://t.ly/PhoCD

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Restart Your PC Regularly

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel GoRuck Rucker 4.0 $255.00 https://www.goruck.com/products/rucker

Copyright 2026 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 7242 full 157 5 157 5 Episode 157 - Clippy says Happy Holidays Episode 157 - Clippy says Happy Holidays Ep. 157 - Clippy says Happy Holidays – This week, we're missing Joel, but we discuss the iPhone Fold being small, Roomba's iRobot filing for bankruptcy, and whether Microsoft did ANYTHING right in 2025. Join us for all this and more! No No 3a535013-1df6-44df-b926-ce170e1fe956 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 16:29:21 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-157-clippy-says-happy-holidays The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 157 - Clippy Says, "Happy Holidays!"

Recorded Sunday December 21, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The Foldable iPhone may be Small - Larry https://t.ly/NARxG Court will Reconsider App Store Class Action Case - Chris G. https://t.ly/sVUhZ Will the iMac Pro Make a Comeback? - Chris G. https://t.ly/c5EqD

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Roomba's iRobot Files for Bankruptcy - Chris https://t.ly/HyNh5 Details of the Tik-Tok Deal Emerge - Chris https://t.ly/uKN24 Deal Closes 1/22/2026 https://t.ly/YyDYZ Gemini will Replace Google Assistant in 2026 - Chris https://t.ly/iS-EM Android Attacks - Google Confirms no Fix for 30% of Android Phones - Chris G. https://t.ly/G8RsP Blackout in S.F. - Caused Wayo Meltdown - Deactivated Taxis Litter streets - Chris G. https://t.ly/fI7oW

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment 2025 Mistake-a-Thon Did MS do ANYTHING Right in 20205? - Larry https://t.ly/Ta1FE Microsoft's ESU Program is Causing Problems - Chris https://t.ly/t5GvA

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Empty the Recycle Bin or Trash

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G Apple Vision Pro Dual Knit Band $99.00

================= Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 157 - Clippy Says, "Happy Holidays!"

Recorded Sunday December 21, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The Foldable iPhone may be Small - Larry https://t.ly/NARxG Court will Reconsider App Store Class Action Case - Chris G. https://t.ly/sVUhZ Will the iMac Pro Make a Comeback? - Chris G. https://t.ly/c5EqD

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Roomba's iRobot Files for Bankruptcy - Chris https://t.ly/HyNh5 Details of the Tik-Tok Deal Emerge - Chris https://t.ly/uKN24 Deal Closes 1/22/2026 https://t.ly/YyDYZ Gemini will Replace Google Assistant in 2026 - Chris https://t.ly/iS-EM Android Attacks - Google Confirms no Fix for 30% of Android Phones - Chris G. https://t.ly/G8RsP Blackout in S.F. - Caused Wayo Meltdown - Deactivated Taxis Litter streets - Chris G. https://t.ly/fI7oW

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment 2025 Mistake-a-Thon Did MS do ANYTHING Right in 20205? - Larry https://t.ly/Ta1FE Microsoft's ESU Program is Causing Problems - Chris https://t.ly/t5GvA

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Empty the Recycle Bin or Trash

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G Apple Vision Pro Dual Knit Band $99.00

================= Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5673 full 156 5 156 5 Episode 156 - I'm Mr. 10 Below Episode 156 - I'm Mr. 10 Below Ep. 156 - I'm Mr. 10 Below – This week, we discuss Apple’s release of OS 26.2, LG TV update installs unremovable Copilot on Smart TVs, and MS could walk away from AI if Skynet appears Possible. Join us for all this and more! No No 35c4dca7-b705-4999-aec4-b8b6b42914f5 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:31:38 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-156-im-mr-10-below The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 156 - I'm Mr. 10 Below

Recorded Sunday December 14, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Releases 26.2 Versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS and watchOS - Chris G. https://t.ly/wQshZ Apple Making a lot more Folds than Originally Thought - Chris https://t.ly/ipN1M Apple and Google make Switching from one or the other a lot Easier - Chris G. https://t.ly/16ibX Johny Srouji isn't Leaving Any Time Soon - Chris G. https://t.ly/5Lnc-

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment LG Update Installs Unremovable Copilot on Smart TVs - Chris G. https://t.ly/FWVkg Bye-Bye-Bye HP - The End of an Era - Joel https://t.ly/RoLMZ, https://hpcalcs.com Julie Stepping down from The Gadgeteer - Joel https://t.ly/uGTXy Garner Says to Stay Away from AI Browsers - Chris https://t.ly/Ft95e

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Could walk away from AI if Skynet appears Possible - Chris https://t.ly/sWeJd Nobody wants to use Microsoft's Shitty AI - Joel https://t.ly/4c4gB

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Turn On Your iPhone Flashlight With Your Voice

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Replacement Ear Tips for AirPods Pro 2 - $6.50 https://t.ly/HUagT For AirPods Pro 3 - $7.98 https://t.ly/IiRkS

================ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 156 - I'm Mr. 10 Below

Recorded Sunday December 14, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Releases 26.2 Versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS and watchOS - Chris G. https://t.ly/wQshZ Apple Making a lot more Folds than Originally Thought - Chris https://t.ly/ipN1M Apple and Google make Switching from one or the other a lot Easier - Chris G. https://t.ly/16ibX Johny Srouji isn't Leaving Any Time Soon - Chris G. https://t.ly/5Lnc-

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment LG Update Installs Unremovable Copilot on Smart TVs - Chris G. https://t.ly/FWVkg Bye-Bye-Bye HP - The End of an Era - Joel https://t.ly/RoLMZ, https://hpcalcs.com Julie Stepping down from The Gadgeteer - Joel https://t.ly/uGTXy Garner Says to Stay Away from AI Browsers - Chris https://t.ly/Ft95e

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Could walk away from AI if Skynet appears Possible - Chris https://t.ly/sWeJd Nobody wants to use Microsoft's Shitty AI - Joel https://t.ly/4c4gB

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Turn On Your iPhone Flashlight With Your Voice

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Replacement Ear Tips for AirPods Pro 2 - $6.50 https://t.ly/HUagT For AirPods Pro 3 - $7.98 https://t.ly/IiRkS

================ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4231 full 155 5 155 5 Episode 155 - 2025 Holiday Gift Guide Episode 155 - 2025 Holiday Gift Guide Ep. 155 - 2025 Holiday Gift Guide – This week, we discuss Johny Srouji’s desire to leave Apple, Google’s December 2025 update being QPR2, and Ed Bott saying we won’t like Windows 12. We’ve also got our 2025 Gift Guide! Join us for all this and more! No No 2053118b-1e20-4127-b523-509f96693926 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:43:40 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-155-2025-holiday-gift-guide The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 155 - 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

Recorded Sunday December 07, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Johny Srouji to Tim Cook - I think I wanna leave - Larry https://t.ly/Kje5K, https://t.ly/gXWc7

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google's December Update is QPR2 - Joel https://t.ly/euNrf

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Ed Bott Says we aren't Gonna like Windows 12 - Chris https://t.ly/OPLqc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Be Careful With Free Downloads

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Holiday Picks-o-pleanty 3 picks a piece, Stocking Stuffer, mid-range Gift, High End Gift

Larry M5 MacBook Pro - https://t.ly/--jZD $1999 Apple AirPods Pro 3 - https://t.ly/8iz-8 $229 TomToc Laptop Shoulder Bag- https://t.ly/fU29S $35

Joel Stocking Stuffer Anker Soundcore Speaker https://a.co/d/9tzsPij $24.99, https://a.co/d/cmJLoae $29.99, https://a.co/d/6TfzmBY $59.99 Mid Range Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 https://t.ly/HlosZ $179.99 High End MacBook Air M4 https://t.ly/sqjYt $1,199.00

Chris Apple Air Tag - $25 https://t.ly/Gejui Toybox 3D Printer Starter Bundle (Refurbished) - $199 https://t.ly/ZNhUG M4 Pro MacBook Pro - $2499 https://t.ly/QZeM0 Lenovo x12 Detachable Gen 2 - $1699 https://t.ly/cqswe

==================== Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 155 - 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

Recorded Sunday December 07, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Johny Srouji to Tim Cook - I think I wanna leave - Larry https://t.ly/Kje5K, https://t.ly/gXWc7

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google's December Update is QPR2 - Joel https://t.ly/euNrf

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Ed Bott Says we aren't Gonna like Windows 12 - Chris https://t.ly/OPLqc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Be Careful With Free Downloads

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Holiday Picks-o-pleanty 3 picks a piece, Stocking Stuffer, mid-range Gift, High End Gift

Larry M5 MacBook Pro - https://t.ly/--jZD $1999 Apple AirPods Pro 3 - https://t.ly/8iz-8 $229 TomToc Laptop Shoulder Bag- https://t.ly/fU29S $35

Joel Stocking Stuffer Anker Soundcore Speaker https://a.co/d/9tzsPij $24.99, https://a.co/d/cmJLoae $29.99, https://a.co/d/6TfzmBY $59.99 Mid Range Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 https://t.ly/HlosZ $179.99 High End MacBook Air M4 https://t.ly/sqjYt $1,199.00

Chris Apple Air Tag - $25 https://t.ly/Gejui Toybox 3D Printer Starter Bundle (Refurbished) - $199 https://t.ly/ZNhUG M4 Pro MacBook Pro - $2499 https://t.ly/QZeM0 Lenovo x12 Detachable Gen 2 - $1699 https://t.ly/cqswe

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5438 full 154 5 154 5 Episode 154 - You'll Shoot Your Eye Out Kid Episode 154 - You'll Shoot Your Eye Out Kid Ep. 154 - You'll Shoot Your Eye Out Kid – This week, we discuss Apple cracking the crease tech in the iPhone Fold, Does Black Friday even matter Anymore?, and 500M PCs holding off Win11 Updates. Join us for all this and more! No No b9bf32f4-6947-4b8b-b6c9-b7cd7cbca14c Sun, 14 Dec 2025 19:39:46 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-154-youll-shoot-your-eye-out-kid The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 154 - You'll Shoot Your Eye Out, Kid

Recorded Sunday November 30, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Did Apple Crack the Crease? - Chris https://t.ly/V0UjQ … and it could cost as much as $2400 - Chris G. https://t.ly/6vFTX Apple's Siri Solution has some Excited for iOS 26.4 - Larry https://t.ly/tdqvR

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Black Friday - Does it even Matter Anymore? - Chris NO URL Streaming Deals https://www.pureflix.com/, https://t.ly/YD7SF, https://t.ly/GLn56 Accessory Deals https://t.ly/1HGaI, https://t.ly/VHgf6 Thin is No Longer in: Thin Phones are Dead - Larry https://t.ly/ZkN0L Gemini 3 is Proving Popular& Google Tweaks its Pricing Model - Larry https://t.ly/C0ll7 Google Weather App Redesign to be Replaced by Search? - Joel https://t.ly/YH11l

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-Thon - Cyber Monday Edition Users Brutally Reject MS Copilot in Edge - Chris https://t.ly/zRSgT Win 11 Bug Hiding Sign in Button: MS-You're Clicking it Wrong - Joel https://t.ly/gHt1r 500M PCs Holding off on Windows 11 Updates - Chris G. https://t.ly/Lr-zr Windows 11 will have Calendar Appointments show in the System Clock - Joel https://t.ly/8KzAO

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Surge Protection & Power Backup

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Badgeify - (50% discount - Black Friday) $9.50 for a lifetime license https://badgeify.app

================ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 154 - You'll Shoot Your Eye Out, Kid

Recorded Sunday November 30, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Did Apple Crack the Crease? - Chris https://t.ly/V0UjQ … and it could cost as much as $2400 - Chris G. https://t.ly/6vFTX Apple's Siri Solution has some Excited for iOS 26.4 - Larry https://t.ly/tdqvR

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Black Friday - Does it even Matter Anymore? - Chris NO URL Streaming Deals https://www.pureflix.com/, https://t.ly/YD7SF, https://t.ly/GLn56 Accessory Deals https://t.ly/1HGaI, https://t.ly/VHgf6 Thin is No Longer in: Thin Phones are Dead - Larry https://t.ly/ZkN0L Gemini 3 is Proving Popular& Google Tweaks its Pricing Model - Larry https://t.ly/C0ll7 Google Weather App Redesign to be Replaced by Search? - Joel https://t.ly/YH11l

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-Thon - Cyber Monday Edition Users Brutally Reject MS Copilot in Edge - Chris https://t.ly/zRSgT Win 11 Bug Hiding Sign in Button: MS-You're Clicking it Wrong - Joel https://t.ly/gHt1r 500M PCs Holding off on Windows 11 Updates - Chris G. https://t.ly/Lr-zr Windows 11 will have Calendar Appointments show in the System Clock - Joel https://t.ly/8KzAO

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Surge Protection & Power Backup

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Badgeify - (50% discount - Black Friday) $9.50 for a lifetime license https://badgeify.app

================ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5319 full 153 5 153 5 Episode 153 - Not Ready for Prime Time Episode 153 - Not Ready for Prime Time Ep. 153 - Not Ready for Prime Time – This week, we discuss the iPhone side button triggering other voice assistants, Pixel 10 and AirDrop, & MS' toggle switch for Agentic AI in Windows 11. Join us for all this and more! No No 85bf2e94-493f-45f3-a917-c002346bea40 Sat, 13 Dec 2025 23:49:05 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-153-not-ready-for-prime-time The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 153 - Not Ready for Prime Time

Recorded Sunday November 23, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone Side Button will soon Trigger other Voice Assistants - Larry https://t.ly/LyIXX IL Joins Apple Wallet with State Driver's Licences - Chris https://t.ly/kqdtd iOS 27 to Focus on Stability - Chris G. https://t.ly/xutEJ

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Pixel 10 can now AirDrop to iPhones - Joel https://t.ly/QDZLS I will also talk about an ALTERNATIVE: LocalSend https://localsend.org/ Bezos' new AI Startup Project Prometheus has him as Co-CEO - Larry https://t.ly/JXvU0 Cloudflare Suffers Major Outage, takes down ChatGPT, X, & Spotify - Joel https://t.ly/wARNe, https://t.ly/WSxk4 Gemini 3 Debuts - Larry https://t.ly/pQdv- (and it helps Android Auto, too!) https://t.ly/JZ-PP Verizon Begins Mass Layoffs - Chris G. https://t.ly/WnGyh

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft adds Toggle Switch to Turn on Agentic AI Features to Win11 - Joel https://t.ly/jJn2s, https://t.ly/nxyrm MS Mistake-a-thon: Thanksgiving Edition MS365 Goes Down Day after Cloudflare Outage - Chris https://t.ly/_ouha MS Knows it has a lot of Work to do After AI Backlash - Chris https://t.ly/HmiFP Microsoft Admits - It broke Windows… in July - Joel https://t.ly/WOgAN

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Adjust Screen Brightness & Text Size.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel AI Hand Warmers Rechargeable 2 Pack $16.99 Black Friday Deal! https://a.co/d/jbJ0LuE

===================== Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://t.ly/LyIXX IL Joins Apple Wallet with State Driver's Licences - Chris https://t.ly/kqdtd iOS 27 to Focus on Stability - Chris G. https://t.ly/xutEJ

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Pixel 10 can now AirDrop to iPhones - Joel https://t.ly/QDZLS I will also talk about an ALTERNATIVE: LocalSend https://localsend.org/ Bezos' new AI Startup Project Prometheus has him as Co-CEO - Larry https://t.ly/JXvU0 Cloudflare Suffers Major Outage, takes down ChatGPT, X, & Spotify - Joel https://t.ly/wARNe, https://t.ly/WSxk4 Gemini 3 Debuts - Larry https://t.ly/pQdv- (and it helps Android Auto, too!) https://t.ly/JZ-PP Verizon Begins Mass Layoffs - Chris G. https://t.ly/WnGyh

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft adds Toggle Switch to Turn on Agentic AI Features to Win11 - Joel https://t.ly/jJn2s, https://t.ly/nxyrm MS Mistake-a-thon: Thanksgiving Edition MS365 Goes Down Day after Cloudflare Outage - Chris https://t.ly/_ouha MS Knows it has a lot of Work to do After AI Backlash - Chris https://t.ly/HmiFP Microsoft Admits - It broke Windows… in July - Joel https://t.ly/WOgAN

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Adjust Screen Brightness & Text Size.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel AI Hand Warmers Rechargeable 2 Pack $16.99 Black Friday Deal! https://a.co/d/jbJ0LuE

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Recorded Sunday November 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple hit with $634M Verdict in Masimo Patent Case - Chris https://t.ly/cOBg_ Even Tesla Thinks GM is Wrong - Joel https://t.ly/YJqcJ Apple Announces Ability to Get your Passport on your iPhone - Larry https://t.ly/jj9lh Next Year's iPhone Lineup Sounds like a Major Overhaul - Larry https://t.ly/EGWeh, https://t.ly/YKSh8, https://t.ly/GuBSh iPhone… Socks - Joel https://t.ly/J1_L1 Tim Cook Could Step Down as CEO as Early as Next Year - Larry https://t.ly/OArjb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Verizon Quietly Moves to Stem Loss of Pre-Paid Customers - Larry https://t.ly/XpNKe Anthropic Says we're in for a Heap Load of Shit - Larry https://t.ly/2Qw1p YouTubeTV and Disney Finally Kiss and Make Up - Chris https://t.ly/5u_wz

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon MS Knows it has a lot to fix in Windows 11 - Chris https://t.ly/OHiMM MS' Latest Ad Shows how Clueless Copilot is - Chris https://t.ly/vrPSh MS Rolls out its Promised Synchable Passkey Tech - Chris https://t.ly/zP02Y

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Search Tools Effectively

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Aerflo Water Bottle - $85 https://aerflo.co/

======================= Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 152 - It Socks to be You

Recorded Sunday November 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple hit with $634M Verdict in Masimo Patent Case - Chris https://t.ly/cOBg_ Even Tesla Thinks GM is Wrong - Joel https://t.ly/YJqcJ Apple Announces Ability to Get your Passport on your iPhone - Larry https://t.ly/jj9lh Next Year's iPhone Lineup Sounds like a Major Overhaul - Larry https://t.ly/EGWeh, https://t.ly/YKSh8, https://t.ly/GuBSh iPhone… Socks - Joel https://t.ly/J1_L1 Tim Cook Could Step Down as CEO as Early as Next Year - Larry https://t.ly/OArjb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Verizon Quietly Moves to Stem Loss of Pre-Paid Customers - Larry https://t.ly/XpNKe Anthropic Says we're in for a Heap Load of Shit - Larry https://t.ly/2Qw1p YouTubeTV and Disney Finally Kiss and Make Up - Chris https://t.ly/5u_wz

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon MS Knows it has a lot to fix in Windows 11 - Chris https://t.ly/OHiMM MS' Latest Ad Shows how Clueless Copilot is - Chris https://t.ly/vrPSh MS Rolls out its Promised Synchable Passkey Tech - Chris https://t.ly/zP02Y

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Search Tools Effectively

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Aerflo Water Bottle - $85 https://aerflo.co/

======================= Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5658 full 151 5 151 5 Episode 151 - A New Flavor of Eff-ery Episode 151 - A New Flavor of Eff-ery Ep. 151 - A New Flavor of Eff-ery – This week, we discuss the release of Apple's 26.1 OS', Elon Musk's $1T salary is approved, & MS releases 26H1 to the Canary Channel. Join us for all this and more! No No 89b41b0c-2ea0-4194-93f7-e0a76aade6e3 Sat, 13 Dec 2025 22:37:01 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-151-a-new-flavor-of-eff-ery The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 151 - A New Flavor of Eff-ery

Recorded Sunday November 09, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The 26's get 26.1 Releases and 26.2 Dev Betas Released - Chris https://t.ly/ivCux Apple Prepares to Enter Low Cost MacBook Market - Chris https://t.ly/ahsve Apple Devs Forget to Disable Source Maps in new Web Store - Larry https://t.ly/SLgB3 5 new Satelite Features Coming to iPhone? - Joel https://t.ly/8kcds

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Elon's $1T Salary Approved - Larry https://t.ly/wPLcG Comparing the Top Two Paid Subscription AI Bots - Larry NO URL https://t.ly/4J3aD Google vs. Disney - Joel https://t.ly/m7fBa $20 Credit Coming to YouTube TV Users on 11/09 https://t.ly/vl98J The Linux Beginner's Bible - Chris NO URL

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Win 10 Wrongly Tells Users their out of Support, Pushes Win11 - Larry https://t.ly/1_pwV PC Boots into Bitlocker Recovery After Windows Update - Joel https://t.ly/3oiNF IT Managers Bash MS over WinUpdate Renames, and they Relent - Joel https://t.ly/QQq2q MS Releases first Test Build of Win11 26H1 to the Canary Channel - Joel https://t.ly/o1OVE

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Adjust Screen Brightness & Text Size

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Amazon Kindle Paperwhite https://a.co/d/4UJBtHI

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 151 - A New Flavor of Eff-ery

Recorded Sunday November 09, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The 26's get 26.1 Releases and 26.2 Dev Betas Released - Chris https://t.ly/ivCux Apple Prepares to Enter Low Cost MacBook Market - Chris https://t.ly/ahsve Apple Devs Forget to Disable Source Maps in new Web Store - Larry https://t.ly/SLgB3 5 new Satelite Features Coming to iPhone? - Joel https://t.ly/8kcds

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Elon's $1T Salary Approved - Larry https://t.ly/wPLcG Comparing the Top Two Paid Subscription AI Bots - Larry NO URL https://t.ly/4J3aD Google vs. Disney - Joel https://t.ly/m7fBa $20 Credit Coming to YouTube TV Users on 11/09 https://t.ly/vl98J The Linux Beginner's Bible - Chris NO URL

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Win 10 Wrongly Tells Users their out of Support, Pushes Win11 - Larry https://t.ly/1_pwV PC Boots into Bitlocker Recovery After Windows Update - Joel https://t.ly/3oiNF IT Managers Bash MS over WinUpdate Renames, and they Relent - Joel https://t.ly/QQq2q MS Releases first Test Build of Win11 26H1 to the Canary Channel - Joel https://t.ly/o1OVE

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Adjust Screen Brightness & Text Size

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Amazon Kindle Paperwhite https://a.co/d/4UJBtHI

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5640 full 150 5 150 5 Episode 150 - If it Ain't Got Freakin' Android Auto in it Episode 150 - If it Ain't Got Freakin' Android Auto in it Ep. 150 – If it Ain't Got Freakin' Android Auto in it – This week, we discuss MBP M5 is in the house, Amazon lays off 31k workers, & Unofficial Win11 System Bypasses could infect your PC. Join us for all this and more! No No f1016314-ad73-42a9-bf56-db18aaf871d3 Sat, 06 Dec 2025 23:16:18 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-150-if-it-aint-got-freakin-android-auto-in-it The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 150 - If it Ain't Got Freakin' Android Auto in it...

Recorded Sunday November 02, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment M5 MacBook Pro in the House & SSD Speeds are Off the Hook - Larry https://t.ly/MUzB9 iPhone Air Lead Time are Near Zero and Production is not Reducing - Larry https://t.ly/YeldS Stupidity Abounds at GM, Despite Jobsian POV - Chris https://t.ly/eeUn3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Amazon Lays Off 31,000 Workers - Chris https://t.ly/ippdp Massive Azure Outage Causes MS 365 & Xbox Knock Out - Chris https://t.ly/SRq6p AI Browsers & ChatGPT Atlas - Larry NO URL GM Cutting Thousands of Jobs in 3 States - Joel https://t.ly/3GVqp

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Unofficial Win11 System Requirements Bypass Could infect your PC - Chris https://t.ly/qmveu MS Mistake-a-thon Continues Task Manager tasks continues to run even after you kill it - Joel https://t.ly/zjbfj MS is Making Windows Update Name Easier to Understand - Chris https://t.ly/rwDbV MS Admits it Can't Fix Win11 Driver Issue - Joel https://t.ly/CqkWS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

This Week's Tip: Using Gmail with the Apple Mail app

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Anker Power Bank (20K, 87W, Built-In USB-C Cable) https://t.ly/ih8ej $69.99 https://a.co/d/0gXmBEX $52.49

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 150 - If it Ain't Got Freakin' Android Auto in it...

Recorded Sunday November 02, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment M5 MacBook Pro in the House & SSD Speeds are Off the Hook - Larry https://t.ly/MUzB9 iPhone Air Lead Time are Near Zero and Production is not Reducing - Larry https://t.ly/YeldS Stupidity Abounds at GM, Despite Jobsian POV - Chris https://t.ly/eeUn3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Amazon Lays Off 31,000 Workers - Chris https://t.ly/ippdp Massive Azure Outage Causes MS 365 & Xbox Knock Out - Chris https://t.ly/SRq6p AI Browsers & ChatGPT Atlas - Larry NO URL GM Cutting Thousands of Jobs in 3 States - Joel https://t.ly/3GVqp

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Unofficial Win11 System Requirements Bypass Could infect your PC - Chris https://t.ly/qmveu MS Mistake-a-thon Continues Task Manager tasks continues to run even after you kill it - Joel https://t.ly/zjbfj MS is Making Windows Update Name Easier to Understand - Chris https://t.ly/rwDbV MS Admits it Can't Fix Win11 Driver Issue - Joel https://t.ly/CqkWS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

This Week's Tip: Using Gmail with the Apple Mail app

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Anker Power Bank (20K, 87W, Built-In USB-C Cable) https://t.ly/ih8ej $69.99 https://a.co/d/0gXmBEX $52.49

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5141 full 149 5 149 5 Episode 149 - Jobsian is not a Thing Episode 149 - Jobsian is not a Thing Ep. 149 – Jobsian is not a Thing – This week, we discuss Ads coming to Apple Maps, Winux is the BEST distro for Windows 10 switchers, Teams is the new Office Snitch. Join us for all this and more! No No 93a6e682-a82c-4c8f-8f2a-28121f44a872 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 23:23:37 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-149-jobsian-is-not-a-thing The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 149 - Jobsian is NOT a Thing, GM

Recorded Sunday October 26, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Personalized Ads Coming to a GPS Location near You - Larry https://t.ly/hKo5T Next Year's iPhone Air could be Amazing! - Larry https://t.ly/hOO1O Massive Leak Reveals new Apple Roadmap & iPhone Flip/iPhone 20 - Larry https://t.ly/5KKsE Apple adds Toggle Switch to Liquid Glass Interface - Chris https://t.ly/3-MUo GM thinks that NOT offering CarPlay is "Jobsian" - Joel https://t.ly/o6YTy Apple Services (and the rest of the World) Impacted by AWS Outage - Chris https://t.ly/Gytcg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment An Update on the PC of Distros - Chris NO URL Winux is the BEST Linux Distro for Windows 10 Users - Chris https://t.ly/rWkU8 Why AI Browsers - Joel https://t.ly/ujLm6

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Continues!!
Teams is the new Office Bit… I mean Snitch - Chris https://t.ly/ENLe9 Windows 10 EoL FAQ - Joel https://t.ly/Qa3Qg MS is Serious about Turning Win11 into an AI-Operating System - Joel https://t.ly/cOKFr

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use
and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris

MiniTool Partition Wizard for Windows - Free https://t.ly/BKvc7

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 149 - Jobsian is NOT a Thing, GM

Recorded Sunday October 26, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Personalized Ads Coming to a GPS Location near You - Larry https://t.ly/hKo5T Next Year's iPhone Air could be Amazing! - Larry https://t.ly/hOO1O Massive Leak Reveals new Apple Roadmap & iPhone Flip/iPhone 20 - Larry https://t.ly/5KKsE Apple adds Toggle Switch to Liquid Glass Interface - Chris https://t.ly/3-MUo GM thinks that NOT offering CarPlay is "Jobsian" - Joel https://t.ly/o6YTy Apple Services (and the rest of the World) Impacted by AWS Outage - Chris https://t.ly/Gytcg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment An Update on the PC of Distros - Chris NO URL Winux is the BEST Linux Distro for Windows 10 Users - Chris https://t.ly/rWkU8 Why AI Browsers - Joel https://t.ly/ujLm6

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Continues!!
Teams is the new Office Bit… I mean Snitch - Chris https://t.ly/ENLe9 Windows 10 EoL FAQ - Joel https://t.ly/Qa3Qg MS is Serious about Turning Win11 into an AI-Operating System - Joel https://t.ly/cOKFr

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use
and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris

MiniTool Partition Wizard for Windows - Free https://t.ly/BKvc7

====================
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]]> iTechGear.org false no 6452 full 148 5 148 5 Episode 148 - That’s Captain MF-er to you! Episode 148 - That’s Captain MF-er to you! Ep. 148 - That’s Captain MF-er to you! – This week, we discuss M5 MBP Rumors, TAG Heuer’s new Caliber E5 is MFi Certified, and a Return of the MS Mistake-a-thon. Join us for all this and more! No No d7825ab3-d2b6-45de-b012-99dd05fd5d02 Sat, 01 Nov 2025 21:16:21 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-148-thats-captain-mf-er-to-you The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 148 - That’s Captain MF-er to you!

Recorded Sunday October 12, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment M5 MacBook Pro Rumors indicate 2025 Release - Chris https://t.ly/SJ_Eg John Ternus Backed to Replace Tim Cook - Larry https://t.ly/l9lpJ Apple Paying up to $5M for Reporting Security Flaws - Chris https://t.ly/v8vRJ Apple Health+ Could be Apple's Next Subscription Serivce - Chris https://t.ly/M77iE

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E5 now Mfi Certified - Joel https://t.ly/Wlet7 Garmin Fenix 8 Pro - Hit or Miss Features - Joel https://t.ly/tUvjs Installing a Linux Distro that works on a T2 Mac - Chris NO URL Ubuntu 25.10 Released- Joel https://t.ly/Rsu8e

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Returns:
Copilot Privacy - Larry https://t.ly/TfGAB MS Plugging More Holes Allowing you to use non-MS Accounts - Larry https://t.ly/cXdHG MS 365 Outage - Chris https://t.ly/mAAEb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Add reminders from Control Center. Swipe down Control Center > tap Reminders control > add to list.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max https://t.ly/9lv3w

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 148 - That’s Captain MF-er to you!

Recorded Sunday October 12, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment M5 MacBook Pro Rumors indicate 2025 Release - Chris https://t.ly/SJ_Eg John Ternus Backed to Replace Tim Cook - Larry https://t.ly/l9lpJ Apple Paying up to $5M for Reporting Security Flaws - Chris https://t.ly/v8vRJ Apple Health+ Could be Apple's Next Subscription Serivce - Chris https://t.ly/M77iE

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E5 now Mfi Certified - Joel https://t.ly/Wlet7 Garmin Fenix 8 Pro - Hit or Miss Features - Joel https://t.ly/tUvjs Installing a Linux Distro that works on a T2 Mac - Chris NO URL Ubuntu 25.10 Released- Joel https://t.ly/Rsu8e

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Returns:
Copilot Privacy - Larry https://t.ly/TfGAB MS Plugging More Holes Allowing you to use non-MS Accounts - Larry https://t.ly/cXdHG MS 365 Outage - Chris https://t.ly/mAAEb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Add reminders from Control Center. Swipe down Control Center > tap Reminders control > add to list.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max https://t.ly/9lv3w

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 6085 full 147 5 147 5 Episode 147 - Goin' Strapless Episode 147 - Goin' Strapless Ep. 147 - Goin’ Strapless – We’re without Chris G. tonight. This week, we discuss Apple’s Cross Body Strap Selling Out, Strava sues Garmin demanding sale of all devices cease, & MS adding yet ANOTHER Copilot button. Join us for all this and more! No No 0c65437b-9fbd-41f1-add9-a42746bccdd3 Sat, 01 Nov 2025 18:54:05 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-147-goin-strapless The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 147 - Goin' Strapless

Recorded Sunday October 05, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current host of The Linux Link Tech Show, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast, and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Cross Body Strap is Selling Out - Larry https://t.ly/1pjYV Apple Leadership is Nearing Retirement - Chris https://t.ly/nNmbI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Strava Sues Garmin, Demands Sales of all Devices Cease - Joel https://t.ly/ubH_1 Once Valued at $100B, AOL being sold for $1.0B - Chris https://t.ly/CPUT8 Meta will use your AI Chats to Sell Hyper-Targeted Ads - Larry https://t.ly/aVqrg Gemini Comes to Google Home - Joel https://t.ly/4KMg4 Qualcomm Declares "Complete Litigation Victory" over Arm - Larry https://t.ly/IuIz5

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS is Adding yet ANOTHER Copilot Button Noone Asked for - Chris https://t.ly/DkCGY Paint is getting Project Files (like Photoshop) - Chris https://t.ly/oy3Un

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org

Keep audio with headphones when connecting to CarPlay or speakers. Settings > General > AirPlay & Continuity > Keep Audio with Headphones > toggle on.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel QSP Penguin Pocket Knife, $38.99 https://t.ly/ogerS

Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 147 - Goin' Strapless

Recorded Sunday October 05, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current host of The Linux Link Tech Show, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast, and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Cross Body Strap is Selling Out - Larry https://t.ly/1pjYV Apple Leadership is Nearing Retirement - Chris https://t.ly/nNmbI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Strava Sues Garmin, Demands Sales of all Devices Cease - Joel https://t.ly/ubH_1 Once Valued at $100B, AOL being sold for $1.0B - Chris https://t.ly/CPUT8 Meta will use your AI Chats to Sell Hyper-Targeted Ads - Larry https://t.ly/aVqrg Gemini Comes to Google Home - Joel https://t.ly/4KMg4 Qualcomm Declares "Complete Litigation Victory" over Arm - Larry https://t.ly/IuIz5

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS is Adding yet ANOTHER Copilot Button Noone Asked for - Chris https://t.ly/DkCGY Paint is getting Project Files (like Photoshop) - Chris https://t.ly/oy3Un

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org

Keep audio with headphones when connecting to CarPlay or speakers. Settings > General > AirPlay & Continuity > Keep Audio with Headphones > toggle on.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel QSP Penguin Pocket Knife, $38.99 https://t.ly/ogerS

Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5123 full 146 5 146 5 Episode 146 - What are you Waiting For? Episode 146 - What are you Waiting For? Ep. 146 0 What are you Waiting For? This week, the iPhone Air is in the house, and Larry has it; Nvidia takes a $5B stake in Intel and MS is pushing Win11 on Arm to those moving away from Win10. Join us for all this and more! No No 663a1d55-933b-4551-a52f-041623112e9e Mon, 20 Oct 2025 20:19:59 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-146-what-are-you-waiting-for The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 146 - What are you Waiting For?

Recorded Sunday September 21, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current host of The Linux Link Tech Show, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast, and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone Air in the house! - Larry NO URL Yes, it bends but... https://t.ly/t7k8b It survived BRUTAL durability tests https://t.ly/QFiTv It had an extra iOS 26 Update NO URL The iPhone Air Preorders show it isn't that popular - Larry https://t.ly/1XeR5 Apple's new iPhone Charger - Still Larry https://t.ly/G_UCS RUMOR - Will Apple release a Touch-Screen MacBook? - Chris https://t.ly/x0PaG, https://t.ly/-0qyv

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Nvidia will take a $5B stake in Intel - Larry https://t.ly/FuY2J Some Apple Talent Leaving for OpenAI - Chris G. https://t.ly/qQwIg Is 2025 the Year of Linux? - Chris https://t.ly/e6cDF

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Pushing Windows 11 on ARM to those Migrating from Win10 - Chris G. https://t.ly/bUh0M MS Testing AI Agents for the Win11 Taskbar - Chris G. https://t.ly/zv90T

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G.

Lanwow PremiumMemory Foam eartips for AirPod Pro - $9.99 https://t.ly/7-8K6

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 146 - What are you Waiting For?

Recorded Sunday September 21, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current host of The Linux Link Tech Show, Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast, and Fitness for the Rest of Us Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone Air in the house! - Larry NO URL Yes, it bends but... https://t.ly/t7k8b It survived BRUTAL durability tests https://t.ly/QFiTv It had an extra iOS 26 Update NO URL The iPhone Air Preorders show it isn't that popular - Larry https://t.ly/1XeR5 Apple's new iPhone Charger - Still Larry https://t.ly/G_UCS RUMOR - Will Apple release a Touch-Screen MacBook? - Chris https://t.ly/x0PaG, https://t.ly/-0qyv

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Nvidia will take a $5B stake in Intel - Larry https://t.ly/FuY2J Some Apple Talent Leaving for OpenAI - Chris G. https://t.ly/qQwIg Is 2025 the Year of Linux? - Chris https://t.ly/e6cDF

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Pushing Windows 11 on ARM to those Migrating from Win10 - Chris G. https://t.ly/bUh0M MS Testing AI Agents for the Win11 Taskbar - Chris G. https://t.ly/zv90T

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G.

Lanwow PremiumMemory Foam eartips for AirPod Pro - $9.99 https://t.ly/7-8K6

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5649 full 145 5 145 5 Episode 145 - 5 Years of iTGW Episode 145 - 5 Years of iTGW Ep. 145 – 5 Years of iTGW. We’ve got a full crew and we’re 5 years old! Join us as we discuss The 26's are Released, Winux is a GREAT Distro for Win10 Users, Win11 25H2 ISO Available for Download, and more! No No 21697dda-0b02-427b-b119-08f4b5ffcd15 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:28:56 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-145-5-years-of-itgw The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 145 - 5 Years of iTGW

Recorded Sunday September 14, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

5th Anniversary Show!

Apple Segment The 26's are Released Tomorrow - Chris No URL Who Got What?? No URL iPhone 17 Proving Popular - Joel https://t.ly/qfO9H Former Siri Boss Robby Walker Leaving Apple in October - Larry https://t.ly/L54Uh Live Translation with AirPods Not coming to EU - Joel https://t.ly/alKNk Apple Watch Hypertension Alerts Receives FDA Clearance - Chris https://t.ly/b1tZ3 Why the iPhone 17 Pro seems... Off - Larry https://t.ly/3-Z6j

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Winux is a GREAT Distro for Win10 Users - Joel https://t.ly/fmtAs

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Win11 25H2 ISO Available for Download - Chris https://t.ly/PdCod, https://t.ly/8ocbM

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Customize the iPhone Lock Screen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Bespoke Post: Line of Trade Weekender - $49.99 https://t.ly/NHhNN

===================== Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 145 - 5 Years of iTGW

Recorded Sunday September 14, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

5th Anniversary Show!

Apple Segment The 26's are Released Tomorrow - Chris No URL Who Got What?? No URL iPhone 17 Proving Popular - Joel https://t.ly/qfO9H Former Siri Boss Robby Walker Leaving Apple in October - Larry https://t.ly/L54Uh Live Translation with AirPods Not coming to EU - Joel https://t.ly/alKNk Apple Watch Hypertension Alerts Receives FDA Clearance - Chris https://t.ly/b1tZ3 Why the iPhone 17 Pro seems... Off - Larry https://t.ly/3-Z6j

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Winux is a GREAT Distro for Win10 Users - Joel https://t.ly/fmtAs

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Win11 25H2 ISO Available for Download - Chris https://t.ly/PdCod, https://t.ly/8ocbM

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Customize the iPhone Lock Screen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Bespoke Post: Line of Trade Weekender - $49.99 https://t.ly/NHhNN

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5172 full 144 4 144 4 Episode 144 - Timmy Time! Episode 144 - Timmy Time! Ep. 144 – Timmy Time. We’ve got a full crew and a lot of new Apple devices to discuss. Join us for a frank discussion of Airpods Pro 3, Apple Watch, and iPhone 17, iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro. No No ae02e3e5-0b27-4f57-91e9-444b4b7dc461 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:25:53 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-144-timmy-time The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 144 - Timmy Time

Recorded Sunday August 17, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment

iOS 26 and its Release Date

Airpods Pro 3

Apple Watch Series 11 Apple Watch SE Watch Ultra 3

iPhone 17 Pro motion 3000 nits Super Retina XDR Ceramic Shield 2 A19 Chip Camera 48MP dual fusion ultra wide camera 12MP 2x telephoto 24MP default resolution Center Stage Selfie Camera Square sensor with AI Auto rotation for selfies

iPhone Air 5.6mm 6.5" promotion display 3000 nits Ceramic Shield 2 front and back Titanium frame A19 Pro Chip 5 Neural Excelerators in the GPU N1 Wireless chip C1X Celluar Chip 48 MP Fusion Camera System (same as iPhone 17) Integrated 2x telephoto 18MP Center Stage Selfie Camera Dual Capture Front/Back Video eSIM only world wide Battery Adaptive power mode All-day battery life 40 hrs of video playback with mag-safe battery

iPhone 17 Pro Aluminum Unibody New Thermal system - Vapor chamber Ceramic Shield 2 front/back A19 Pro Pro Camera System 18MP Central State Selfie Camera 3 48MP Rear Fusion Cameras 8x 200mm Optical Zoom ProRes RAW Capture Support for Black Magic Camera Pro Dock

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I'd like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Team Whatcha Gonna Get?

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 144 - Timmy Time

Recorded Sunday August 17, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment

iOS 26 and its Release Date

Airpods Pro 3

Apple Watch Series 11 Apple Watch SE Watch Ultra 3

iPhone 17 Pro motion 3000 nits Super Retina XDR Ceramic Shield 2 A19 Chip Camera 48MP dual fusion ultra wide camera 12MP 2x telephoto 24MP default resolution Center Stage Selfie Camera Square sensor with AI Auto rotation for selfies

iPhone Air 5.6mm 6.5" promotion display 3000 nits Ceramic Shield 2 front and back Titanium frame A19 Pro Chip 5 Neural Excelerators in the GPU N1 Wireless chip C1X Celluar Chip 48 MP Fusion Camera System (same as iPhone 17) Integrated 2x telephoto 18MP Center Stage Selfie Camera Dual Capture Front/Back Video eSIM only world wide Battery Adaptive power mode All-day battery life 40 hrs of video playback with mag-safe battery

iPhone 17 Pro Aluminum Unibody New Thermal system - Vapor chamber Ceramic Shield 2 front/back A19 Pro Pro Camera System 18MP Central State Selfie Camera 3 48MP Rear Fusion Cameras 8x 200mm Optical Zoom ProRes RAW Capture Support for Black Magic Camera Pro Dock

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I'd like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Team Whatcha Gonna Get?

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4575 full 143 4 143 4 Episode 143 - WUGNET-Fest-A-Palooza Episode 143 - WUGNET-Fest-A-Palooza Ep. 143 - WUGNET-Fest-A-Palooza. We’re missing Chris G, but have Paull Thurrot as a guest hostI This week we discuss, we discuss What was WUGNET, Google Pixel Event, & MS patents a foldable phone with a kickstand. Join us for these & more. No No cc475b33-8110-4009-9f27-64f496204663 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 17:31:16 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-143-wugnet-fest-a-palooza The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 143 - WUGNET-Fest-A-Palooza

Recorded Sunday August 17, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

What was WUGNET & Why was it Iconic? - Larry

Apple Segment Carriers still Own the iPhone Market, Despite Apple's Retail Push - Chris https://t.ly/2lsWC Apple working with Google on a Siri-AI Model - Paul https://t.ly/tc7FG New Tech-Woven Case Colors Announced - Larry https://t.ly/DagVg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Pixel 10 Event - Joel https://t.ly/IJInT, https://t.ly/H1gaX What's new in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 after the Pixel Event - Joel https://t.ly/pe8Pu Intel Announces US Government Stake - Paul https://t.ly/YaGwR

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS patents a Foldable Phone with a Surface Kickstand - Larry https://t.ly/YJhsX MS invetigating Win11 SSD Corruption/Failure Issue - Joel https://t.ly/fMn3g MS Admits it broke Reset this PC in Windows 11 & Windows 10 - Chris https://t.ly/rsqzT

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Screen Sharing on a Mac

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel MiPremium Backpack Strap Clip Mount for GoPro Hero $11.99 https://a.co/d/22CnYX8

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 143 - WUGNET-Fest-A-Palooza

Recorded Sunday August 17, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

What was WUGNET & Why was it Iconic? - Larry

Apple Segment Carriers still Own the iPhone Market, Despite Apple's Retail Push - Chris https://t.ly/2lsWC Apple working with Google on a Siri-AI Model - Paul https://t.ly/tc7FG New Tech-Woven Case Colors Announced - Larry https://t.ly/DagVg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Pixel 10 Event - Joel https://t.ly/IJInT, https://t.ly/H1gaX What's new in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 after the Pixel Event - Joel https://t.ly/pe8Pu Intel Announces US Government Stake - Paul https://t.ly/YaGwR

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS patents a Foldable Phone with a Surface Kickstand - Larry https://t.ly/YJhsX MS invetigating Win11 SSD Corruption/Failure Issue - Joel https://t.ly/fMn3g MS Admits it broke Reset this PC in Windows 11 & Windows 10 - Chris https://t.ly/rsqzT

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Screen Sharing on a Mac

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel MiPremium Backpack Strap Clip Mount for GoPro Hero $11.99 https://a.co/d/22CnYX8

================= Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6938 full 142 4 142 4 Episode 142 - Again, Sort of Episode 142 - Again, Sort of Ep. 142 – Again, Sort of. This week: We have a full crew! SpO2 returns to the Apple Watch, How much RAM do you REALLY need, and MS sued for Killing Windows 10, says its forcing AI Upgrades. Join us for these & more. No No 23f0e93a-9bf7-430d-a564-d3a181255705 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:57:41 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-142-again-sort-of The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 142 - Again, Sort of

Recorded Sunday August 17, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment SpO2 returns to the Apple Watch - Joel https://t.ly/IkeEU Apple is Working on a New OS - Larry https://t.ly/Iggmu Apple Maps gets a Big Upgrade - Chris https://t.ly/RjR-O M5 is coming to iPad before Mac, but its Different this time - Larry https://t.ly/VAYvb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment How much RAM do you REALLY need? - Chris https://t.ly/dzkHA ChatGPT 5.0 vs Gemini 2.5 - Larry https://t.ly/xkiN3 US Government in talks to take a Stake in Intel - Chris https://t.ly/Ee341 Is Kodak is Shutting Down after 133 Years? - Joel https://t.ly/2CGfa AI Startup Perplexity offered Google $34.5B for Chrome - Joel https://t.ly/48Ixg

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft Sued for Killing Windows 10, Lawsuit Says It's Forcing AI Upgrades - Chris https://t.ly/1GQRb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Cleaner Screenshots "When using Shift + Command + 4 to select an area of the screen, if you press spacebar, the icon turns to a camera. From there, you can click on any open window to get a screenshot of just that window or interface element like dock or menu bar."

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Whoosh! Screen Shine Duo - $18 Whoosh https://t.ly/BCvVR

================ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 142 - Again, Sort of

Recorded Sunday August 17, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment SpO2 returns to the Apple Watch - Joel https://t.ly/IkeEU Apple is Working on a New OS - Larry https://t.ly/Iggmu Apple Maps gets a Big Upgrade - Chris https://t.ly/RjR-O M5 is coming to iPad before Mac, but its Different this time - Larry https://t.ly/VAYvb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment How much RAM do you REALLY need? - Chris https://t.ly/dzkHA ChatGPT 5.0 vs Gemini 2.5 - Larry https://t.ly/xkiN3 US Government in talks to take a Stake in Intel - Chris https://t.ly/Ee341 Is Kodak is Shutting Down after 133 Years? - Joel https://t.ly/2CGfa AI Startup Perplexity offered Google $34.5B for Chrome - Joel https://t.ly/48Ixg

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft Sued for Killing Windows 10, Lawsuit Says It's Forcing AI Upgrades - Chris https://t.ly/1GQRb

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Cleaner Screenshots "When using Shift + Command + 4 to select an area of the screen, if you press spacebar, the icon turns to a camera. From there, you can click on any open window to get a screenshot of just that window or interface element like dock or menu bar."

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Whoosh! Screen Shine Duo - $18 Whoosh https://t.ly/BCvVR

================ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6466 full 141 4 141 4 Episode 141 - Copyrights Patents Trolls (oh my) Episode 141 - Copyrights Patents Trolls (oh my) Ep. 141 – Copyrights, & Patents & Trolls (oh my). This week: Apple Watch will soon have US made glass, We’re gonna do a Z-Fold Two-fer, and Win10’s ESU support will cost you $30, but will require an MS account. Join us for these & more. No No 91822715-b92a-461f-af46-ea26d682becd Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:33:30 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-141-copyrights-patents-trolls-oh-my The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 141 - Copyrights, & Patents & Trolls (oh my)

Recorded Sunday August 10, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Watch will soon have US Made Glass - Larry https://t.ly/9d5xI Fintiv Loses in Tx related to Apple Pay, then files in GA - Larry https://t.ly/KFT1y iPhone 17 is Gonna Cost More - Chris https://t.ly/yapX7 Jon Prosser Answers Lawsuit with Another Leak Video - Chris https://t.ly/wNKGe

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Z-Two Fer - Chris G. NO URL Pixel Fold set to Challenge https://t.ly/crzRL Here's what Happens when you Fold/Unfold the Galaxy Z Fold 7 200k Times - Chris https://t.ly/EvJm6 GPT5 is Released - Chris https://t.ly/NyaDm, https://t.ly/jVvNZ OpenAI in Talks for Share Sale at $500B - Larry (I changed the link to something without a paywall) https://t.ly/iKrsZ T-Mobile Acquires US Cellular - Chris G. https://t.ly/JToKf AOL Finally Kills Dial-Up - Larry https://t.ly/5SRTJ

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Win10's ESU Support will Cost $30, but Requires an MS Account - Chris https://t.ly/qcG35 Intel Ohio Plant likely Cancelled - Chris https://t.ly/aUrS2

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How to put Outlook Tasks on your Calendar Open Outlook and navigate to the Calendar view. Open the To Do list (or My Day) alongside your calendar. In the new Outlook, this is often accessed through the "My Day" button on the toolbar. In the classic Outlook, you may need to go to View > To-Do Bar > Tasks. Locate the task you want to schedule. Drag the task from the To Do list and drop it onto the desired date and time on your calendar. Optionally, resize the calendar event to block out the time needed to complete the task. The task is now linked to the calendar event. Any changes you make to the task in To Do will be reflected in the calendar event, and vice versa. 

You can also create a calendar event directly from an email: by dragging the email to the To Do list and then dragging the resulting task to the calendar.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. Th...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 141 - Copyrights, & Patents & Trolls (oh my)

Recorded Sunday August 10, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Watch will soon have US Made Glass - Larry https://t.ly/9d5xI Fintiv Loses in Tx related to Apple Pay, then files in GA - Larry https://t.ly/KFT1y iPhone 17 is Gonna Cost More - Chris https://t.ly/yapX7 Jon Prosser Answers Lawsuit with Another Leak Video - Chris https://t.ly/wNKGe

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Z-Two Fer - Chris G. NO URL Pixel Fold set to Challenge https://t.ly/crzRL Here's what Happens when you Fold/Unfold the Galaxy Z Fold 7 200k Times - Chris https://t.ly/EvJm6 GPT5 is Released - Chris https://t.ly/NyaDm, https://t.ly/jVvNZ OpenAI in Talks for Share Sale at $500B - Larry (I changed the link to something without a paywall) https://t.ly/iKrsZ T-Mobile Acquires US Cellular - Chris G. https://t.ly/JToKf AOL Finally Kills Dial-Up - Larry https://t.ly/5SRTJ

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Win10's ESU Support will Cost $30, but Requires an MS Account - Chris https://t.ly/qcG35 Intel Ohio Plant likely Cancelled - Chris https://t.ly/aUrS2

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How to put Outlook Tasks on your Calendar Open Outlook and navigate to the Calendar view. Open the To Do list (or My Day) alongside your calendar. In the new Outlook, this is often accessed through the "My Day" button on the toolbar. In the classic Outlook, you may need to go to View > To-Do Bar > Tasks. Locate the task you want to schedule. Drag the task from the To Do list and drop it onto the desired date and time on your calendar. Optionally, resize the calendar event to block out the time needed to complete the task. The task is now linked to the calendar event. Any changes you make to the task in To Do will be reflected in the calendar event, and vice versa. 

You can also create a calendar event directly from an email: by dragging the email to the To Do list and then dragging the resulting task to the calendar.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. Th...]]> iTechGear.org false no 6551 full 140 4 140 4 Episode 140 - Randall says we can Start Episode 140 - Randall says we can Start Ep. 140 – Randall says we can Start. This week: SpO2 Sensing won't come back to the Apple Watch, Check-In - GZ Fold 7 After 2 Weeks, and MS tops $4T in Valuation - Company Extatic, Workers Pissed. Join us for these & more. No No fcf2aebd-cb25-4f87-b3fb-1764f7b6a512 Sun, 24 Aug 2025 17:56:13 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-140-randall-says-we-can-start The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 140 - Randall says we can Start

Recorded Sunday August 03, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment SpO2 Sensing won't come back to the Apple Watch any time Soon - Chris https://t.ly/IsHFt Tim Cook Holds Apple Town Hall to Discuss its AI Woes - Larry https://t.ly/VRgjC How Much Apple AI Staffers & Engineers Make - Larry https://t.ly/IgoZU iOS 18.6/macOS 15.6 Released - Chris https://t.ly/6sE7d

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Check-In - Galaxy Z Fold 7 After 2 Weeks (give or take a few days) - Chris NO URL Using AI to Generate Profile Images - Larry NO URL Today in History - TRS-80 Launched by Radio Shack in 1977 - Chris https://t.ly/tP3xn Meta's Smartwatch Coming back in September? - Chris https://t.ly/Syj3F

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Windows Segment MS tops $4T in Valuation - Company Extatic, Workers Pissed - Chris https://t.ly/uUSYn The Windows to Mac Enterprise Switch is Starting - Larry https://t.ly/kWuAK MS Testing Copliot's new Smart Mode, ahead of GPT-5 Rollout - Larry https://t.ly/8JCJU MS Testing new Taskbar Companions Feature & it Might be AI Powered - Chris https://t.ly/IZOaD

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Beta Software Gotchas watchOS Betas cannot be uninstalled. They have to be sent to Apple and there may be a charge as much as
$500 to exchange/have the beta removed and/or latest released version installed

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Under-counter Lighting Kit https://a.co/d/gAgLZf0

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 140 - Randall says we can Start

Recorded Sunday August 03, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment SpO2 Sensing won't come back to the Apple Watch any time Soon - Chris https://t.ly/IsHFt Tim Cook Holds Apple Town Hall to Discuss its AI Woes - Larry https://t.ly/VRgjC How Much Apple AI Staffers & Engineers Make - Larry https://t.ly/IgoZU iOS 18.6/macOS 15.6 Released - Chris https://t.ly/6sE7d

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Check-In - Galaxy Z Fold 7 After 2 Weeks (give or take a few days) - Chris NO URL Using AI to Generate Profile Images - Larry NO URL Today in History - TRS-80 Launched by Radio Shack in 1977 - Chris https://t.ly/tP3xn Meta's Smartwatch Coming back in September? - Chris https://t.ly/Syj3F

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS tops $4T in Valuation - Company Extatic, Workers Pissed - Chris https://t.ly/uUSYn The Windows to Mac Enterprise Switch is Starting - Larry https://t.ly/kWuAK MS Testing Copliot's new Smart Mode, ahead of GPT-5 Rollout - Larry https://t.ly/8JCJU MS Testing new Taskbar Companions Feature & it Might be AI Powered - Chris https://t.ly/IZOaD

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Beta Software Gotchas watchOS Betas cannot be uninstalled. They have to be sent to Apple and there may be a charge as much as
$500 to exchange/have the beta removed and/or latest released version installed

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Under-counter Lighting Kit https://a.co/d/gAgLZf0

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 6575 full 139 4 139 4 Episode 139 - Clippy's got a Brand New Face Episode 139 - Clippy's got a Brand New Face Ep. 139 - Clippy's got a Brand New Face. This week, the 26's hit Dev Beta 4 (and Public Beta 1 is released), there's a new security trend with MFA apps, and MS will delete your passwords on 8/1. Join us for these & more. No No c0e01c55-2063-4f56-aefc-b530dea8273a Sat, 02 Aug 2025 17:49:01 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-139-clippys-got-a-brand-new-face The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 139 - Clippy's got a Brand New Face

Recorded Sunday July 27, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The 26's hit Dev Beta 4 - Chris https://t.ly/YCMRX iOS 26 Public Beta available with this cycle https://t.ly/PgsYD Apple Sues Jon Prosser - Joel https://t.ly/M5-4L Tax Free Holiday in 9 States include Apple Products - Joel https://t.ly/9_AbE Apple Care One may Require an Extra Step for Coverage - Larry https://t.ly/w8hi0

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Mobile/ Linux Segment New Security Trend - MFA Apps - Larry NO URL The Oppo Find N5 is going to give the iPhone Fold a run for its Money - Chris https://t.ly/Lckec The Death of the S-Pen is Nigh - Joel https://t.ly/xgvKE

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Will Delete your Passwords on 8/1 - Larry https://t.ly/i3PL7 Clippy's Got a Brand New Face - Chris https://t.ly/3yyEH Microsoft Mistake-a-thon - Another Global Hack on MS hits the US - Larry https://t.ly/r2vD9

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Hot Corners for specific tasks System Settings - Desktop and Dock, Hot Corners button of the bottom

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Nitecore NB10000 Gen III (Gen 3) Ultra-Slim Power Bank, 10000mAh QC Quick-Charge Dual USB-C Ports for Phones Flashlights and Headlamps, with USB-A Adapter and USB-C Cable, Including NitecoreS Sticker https://t.ly/gs9hG $64.95

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 139 - Clippy's got a Brand New Face

Recorded Sunday July 27, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The 26's hit Dev Beta 4 - Chris https://t.ly/YCMRX iOS 26 Public Beta available with this cycle https://t.ly/PgsYD Apple Sues Jon Prosser - Joel https://t.ly/M5-4L Tax Free Holiday in 9 States include Apple Products - Joel https://t.ly/9_AbE Apple Care One may Require an Extra Step for Coverage - Larry https://t.ly/w8hi0

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment New Security Trend - MFA Apps - Larry NO URL The Oppo Find N5 is going to give the iPhone Fold a run for its Money - Chris https://t.ly/Lckec The Death of the S-Pen is Nigh - Joel https://t.ly/xgvKE

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Will Delete your Passwords on 8/1 - Larry https://t.ly/i3PL7 Clippy's Got a Brand New Face - Chris https://t.ly/3yyEH Microsoft Mistake-a-thon - Another Global Hack on MS hits the US - Larry https://t.ly/r2vD9

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Use Hot Corners for specific tasks System Settings - Desktop and Dock, Hot Corners button of the bottom

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Nitecore NB10000 Gen III (Gen 3) Ultra-Slim Power Bank, 10000mAh QC Quick-Charge Dual USB-C Ports for Phones Flashlights and Headlamps, with USB-A Adapter and USB-C Cable, Including NitecoreS Sticker https://t.ly/gs9hG $64.95

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4909 full 138 4 138 4 Episode 138 - What's with all the Rumors Episode 138 - What's with all the Rumors Ep. 137 - You made your Memoji do What?? This week, we discuss Jeff Williams stepping down as Apple COO, a recap of Samsung Unpacked 2025, and spng the Big Wheel for Microsoft (again!) as both Outlook and Teams go down. Join us for these & more. No No f563048b-ba97-49eb-80f5-b8cf11485ca0 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:29:21 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-138-whats-with-all-the-rumors The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 138 - What's with all the Rumors

Recorded Sunday July 13, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Apple Segment Jeff Williams Stepping Down Sabih Khan Stepping Up - Joel https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/07/13/how-jeff-williams-departure-from-apple-will-shuffle-exec-responsibilities iPhone 17 Air Leaked Features make me want it More - Larry https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/iphone-17-air-leaks-5/ The 26's will Standardize the UI across all Platforms - Chris G. https://apple.news/ADxreUHXaQ1aQWj2HwSs_Ew Here's Why Apple's All-New Home Hub is Delayed - Larry https://www.macrumors.com/2025/07/13/heres-why-apples-home-hub-is-delayed/ Macs & Apple Watch to be hit with Tariffs Starting August 1 - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2025/07/08/macs-and-apple-watch-to-be-hit-by-trump-tariffs-starting-on-august-1/

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Samsung Unpacked Recap - Joel https://www.t3.com/live/news/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-live-blog-z-fold-ultra Android 16 Fixes Notifictions with 2 New Features - Joel https://www.zdnet.com/article/android-16-totally-changes-how-notifications-work-on-your-phone-thanks-to-two-new-features/ Samsung Building Auto Dex as an Android Auto Alternative - Chris G. https://9to5google.com/2025/07/08/samsung-auto-dex-leak-android-auto-alternative/

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon: Outlook & Teams go Down - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/following-teams-outage-microsoft-broke-outlook-email-more-details-out/ MS Mistake-a-thon: MS may NEVER be able to fix Windows Update Error 0x80070643 - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-reiterates-it-may-never-truly-be-able-to-fix-windows-update-0x80070643-error/

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris G. Download Settin...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 138 - What's with all the Rumors

Recorded Sunday July 13, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Apple Segment Jeff Williams Stepping Down Sabih Khan Stepping Up - Joel https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/07/13/how-jeff-williams-departure-from-apple-will-shuffle-exec-responsibilities iPhone 17 Air Leaked Features make me want it More - Larry https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/iphone-17-air-leaks-5/ The 26's will Standardize the UI across all Platforms - Chris G. https://apple.news/ADxreUHXaQ1aQWj2HwSs_Ew Here's Why Apple's All-New Home Hub is Delayed - Larry https://www.macrumors.com/2025/07/13/heres-why-apples-home-hub-is-delayed/ Macs & Apple Watch to be hit with Tariffs Starting August 1 - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2025/07/08/macs-and-apple-watch-to-be-hit-by-trump-tariffs-starting-on-august-1/

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Samsung Unpacked Recap - Joel https://www.t3.com/live/news/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-live-blog-z-fold-ultra Android 16 Fixes Notifictions with 2 New Features - Joel https://www.zdnet.com/article/android-16-totally-changes-how-notifications-work-on-your-phone-thanks-to-two-new-features/ Samsung Building Auto Dex as an Android Auto Alternative - Chris G. https://9to5google.com/2025/07/08/samsung-auto-dex-leak-android-auto-alternative/

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon: Outlook & Teams go Down - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/following-teams-outage-microsoft-broke-outlook-email-more-details-out/ MS Mistake-a-thon: MS may NEVER be able to fix Windows Update Error 0x80070643 - Chris https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-reiterates-it-may-never-truly-be-able-to-fix-windows-update-0x80070643-error/

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris G. Download Settin...]]> iTechGear.org false no 6379 full 137 4 137 4 Episode 137 - You made your Memoji do What?? Episode 137 - You made your Memoji do What?? Ep. 137 - You made your Memoji do What?? This week, we decipher the iOS26 Release date, discuss RFK’s desire for everyone to have a wearable, and Microsoft pulling the plug on the DSoD. Join us for these & more. No No 17ec0468-fd6b-4aa2-b04b-fd3c3776f0ce Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:02:18 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-137-you-made-your-memoji-do-what The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 137 - You made your Memoji do What??

Recorded Sunday June 29, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS26 Release Date - Chris G. https://t.ly/rf-fb Digital IDs: Putting your Passport on your iPhone - Chris https://t.ly/EpWYg Apple Considering Acquiring Perplexity AI in its Biggest Acquisition Ever - Chris https://t.ly/0vkSc Tim Sweeney Slams Apple's "Unlawful" App Store Changes - Chris G. https://t.ly/7Wmsy DJI "Remains Committed to the US Market" but the Shelves are Empty - Joel https://t.ly/AUCD_

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Mobile/ Linux Segment RFK Wants Everyone to use a Wearable Device - Chris https://t.ly/jukpj Switch 2 Came Carts Slower than MicroSD and Internal Storage - Joel https://t.ly/lnjAs Meta is starting to feed your Camera Roll to its AI - Chris G. https://t.ly/3fsN1

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft Pulls the Plug on the BSoD - Joel https://t.ly/kuhzm, https://t.ly/T44KO How to get Windows 10 Security Updates for Free - Joel https://t.ly/J6gqi

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Activate DND Quickly If you hold the Option key and click on the Notification Center icon in the top right corner of your Mac's menu bar, you can activate Do Not Disturb.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Govee Bluetooth Hygrometer Thermometer - $15 https://t.ly/rJla_

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 137 - You made your Memoji do What??

Recorded Sunday June 29, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS26 Release Date - Chris G. https://t.ly/rf-fb Digital IDs: Putting your Passport on your iPhone - Chris https://t.ly/EpWYg Apple Considering Acquiring Perplexity AI in its Biggest Acquisition Ever - Chris https://t.ly/0vkSc Tim Sweeney Slams Apple's "Unlawful" App Store Changes - Chris G. https://t.ly/7Wmsy DJI "Remains Committed to the US Market" but the Shelves are Empty - Joel https://t.ly/AUCD_

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Mobile/ Linux Segment RFK Wants Everyone to use a Wearable Device - Chris https://t.ly/jukpj Switch 2 Came Carts Slower than MicroSD and Internal Storage - Joel https://t.ly/lnjAs Meta is starting to feed your Camera Roll to its AI - Chris G. https://t.ly/3fsN1

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Windows Segment Microsoft Pulls the Plug on the BSoD - Joel https://t.ly/kuhzm, https://t.ly/T44KO How to get Windows 10 Security Updates for Free - Joel https://t.ly/J6gqi

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Activate DND Quickly If you hold the Option key and click on the Notification Center icon in the top right corner of your Mac's menu bar, you can activate Do Not Disturb.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Govee Bluetooth Hygrometer Thermometer - $15 https://t.ly/rJla_

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 4692 full 136 4 136 4 Episode 136 - The Week After the Conference Before Episode 136 - The Week After the Conference Before Ep. 136 - The Week After the Conference Before. This week, we assess the WWDC Aftermath, we look at Bluestar Linux’s desktop, and Spin the Big Wheel for MS as Copilot opens the door to AI hacking. Join us for these & more. No No 4142092a-5575-4800-8112-d224e1f06f94 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:36:47 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-136-the-week-after-the-conference-before The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 136 - The Week After the Conference Before

Recorded Sunday June 15, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC Aftermath Roll Call - Who's Running a new Beta OS, and on What? - Chris No URL Lets Talk About the iOS 26 updates - what did we get? - Chris G. No URL Changes to Spotlight Dominate macOS 26 Tahoe - Chris https://t.ly/mdYuT, https://t.ly/lYuWu iPadOS and New Multi-Tasking and other Goodies - Chris G. https://t.ly/PcW4D VisionOS - Chris G https://t.ly/KocbF TVOS and WatchOS - Chris G https://t.ly/u3LdF, https://t.ly/pwW4O iOS 26 Beta 1 update (yes already) for iphone 15 and 16 - Chris G. https://t.ly/V-Ld6 Apple's Glass Interface Isn't the Problem the Tech Media Says It Is - Chris G. No URL Is the iPad now a Real Computer? - Chris G. https://t.ly/z34di Transferring Passkeys to other Platforms - Larry https://t.ly/mSh3O Apple Intelligence is Running on a Separate AI Track - Larry Larry, if you have the URL for this, please add it in

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Mobile/ Linux Segment BlueStar Linux Combines Elements of All Desktop OS' and it kinda works - Chris https://t.ly/mHF04, https://t.ly/azqov Android 16 Fist Impressions - Joel https://t.ly/Upix4 Desktop Mode in Android 16 is on the Right Track - Joel https://t.ly/DTEQF

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Windows Segment Copilot Flaw Opens Door to AI Hacking - Joel https://t.ly/q7PBx MS Build is Leaving Seattle... Forever - Chris https://t.ly/WsQij

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Unlocking With Apple Watch If you have an Apple Watch, you can use it to unlock your Mac, which is a super useful feature for those who don't know about it. To set it up, open System Preferences > Security & Privacy and then toggle on Unlock Mac with Apple Watch.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris AirTag 4-Pack - $75 https://t.ly/mdYuT, https://t.ly/lYuWu iPadOS and New Multi-Tasking and other Goodies - Chris G. https://t.ly/PcW4D VisionOS - Chris G https://t.ly/KocbF TVOS and WatchOS - Chris G https://t.ly/u3LdF, https://t.ly/pwW4O iOS 26 Beta 1 update (yes already) for iphone 15 and 16 - Chris G. https://t.ly/V-Ld6 Apple's Glass Interface Isn't the Problem the Tech Media Says It Is - Chris G. No URL Is the iPad now a Real Computer? - Chris G. https://t.ly/z34di Transferring Passkeys to other Platforms - Larry https://t.ly/mSh3O Apple Intelligence is Running on a Separate AI Track - Larry Larry, if you have the URL for this, please add it in

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Mobile/ Linux Segment BlueStar Linux Combines Elements of All Desktop OS' and it kinda works - Chris https://t.ly/mHF04, https://t.ly/azqov Android 16 Fist Impressions - Joel https://t.ly/Upix4 Desktop Mode in Android 16 is on the Right Track - Joel https://t.ly/DTEQF

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Copilot Flaw Opens Door to AI Hacking - Joel https://t.ly/q7PBx MS Build is Leaving Seattle... Forever - Chris https://t.ly/WsQij

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Unlocking With Apple Watch If you have an Apple Watch, you can use it to unlock your Mac, which is a super useful feature for those who don't know about it. To set it up, open System Preferences > Security & Privacy and then toggle on Unlock Mac with Apple Watch.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris AirTag 4-Pack - $75 full 135 4 135 4 Episode 135 - Did they use a Red Stapler or not? Episode 135 - Did they use a Red Stapler or not? Ep 135 - Did they use a Red Stapler or not?. This week, it’s WWDC Week, Nintendo’s Switch 2 launch is ruined by a stapler, & MS adds Copilot to Windows Store to compare apps. Join us for these & more. No No 631a4b7e-2827-498e-bd90-98551688bd76 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:02:07 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-135-did-they-use-a-red-stapler-or-not The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 135 - Did they use a Red Stapler or not?

Recorded Sunday June 08, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC 2025 Week Skinny Timmy Takes the Stage at Noon CDT - Chris No URL It's all About the OS' - Chris G. https://t.ly/x2Vo0, https://t.ly/E5Y8u, https://t.ly/5Edfj iOS 26 will Preview the 20th Anniversary iPhone - Chris G. https://t.ly/v44Ng macOS 26 Name, Beta Dates and Key Features - Chris G. https://t.ly/_aNRI The Biggest Problem with Apple Intelligence is Apple - Larry https://apple.news/A6nXznrsXRPywlg-A1L2IXw Preview is coming to iOS26 and iPadOS 26 - Larry https://t.ly/nkeG6 CarPlay in iOS 26 adds New Features - Larry https://t.ly/g7XiS iPadOS & CarPlay Rant - Chris No URL

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Ruined by a Stapler - Joel https://t.ly/66efD Why we Should Not Listen To Rumors: Was Android 16 Supposed to be Released on June 3rd....or not? - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_BBCZ1IQi8 Meta and Yandex Deanonymizing Web IDs and it only Works on Android - Chris G. https://t.ly/I1o8R, https://t.ly/4CWPv

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Windows Segment MS adds Copilot to Windows Store to Compare Apps - Joel https://t.ly/99Y1J Windows 25H2 is Coming - Yawn! - Chris https://t.ly/NLvK5 MS Rant: MS Authenticator - Larry No URL

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Activate DND Quickly - If you hold the Option key and click on the Notification Center icon in the top right corner of your Mac's menu bar, you can activate Do Not Disturb.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel JisuLife Handheld Fan Ultra1M - $59.98 https://t.ly/-Cddu

============ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplicatio...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 135 - Did they use a Red Stapler or not?

Recorded Sunday June 08, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC 2025 Week Skinny Timmy Takes the Stage at Noon CDT - Chris No URL It's all About the OS' - Chris G. https://t.ly/x2Vo0, https://t.ly/E5Y8u, https://t.ly/5Edfj iOS 26 will Preview the 20th Anniversary iPhone - Chris G. https://t.ly/v44Ng macOS 26 Name, Beta Dates and Key Features - Chris G. https://t.ly/_aNRI The Biggest Problem with Apple Intelligence is Apple - Larry https://apple.news/A6nXznrsXRPywlg-A1L2IXw Preview is coming to iOS26 and iPadOS 26 - Larry https://t.ly/nkeG6 CarPlay in iOS 26 adds New Features - Larry https://t.ly/g7XiS iPadOS & CarPlay Rant - Chris No URL

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Ruined by a Stapler - Joel https://t.ly/66efD Why we Should Not Listen To Rumors: Was Android 16 Supposed to be Released on June 3rd....or not? - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_BBCZ1IQi8 Meta and Yandex Deanonymizing Web IDs and it only Works on Android - Chris G. https://t.ly/I1o8R, https://t.ly/4CWPv

Commercial Break Goes Here

Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS adds Copilot to Windows Store to Compare Apps - Joel https://t.ly/99Y1J Windows 25H2 is Coming - Yawn! - Chris https://t.ly/NLvK5 MS Rant: MS Authenticator - Larry No URL

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Activate DND Quickly - If you hold the Option key and click on the Notification Center icon in the top right corner of your Mac's menu bar, you can activate Do Not Disturb.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel JisuLife Handheld Fan Ultra1M - $59.98 https://t.ly/-Cddu

============ Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplicatio...]]> iTechGear.org false no 4231 full 134 4 134 4 Episode 134 - Guilt is Like Garlic - You Can't have too Much Episode 134 - Guilt is Like Garlic - You Can't have too Much Ep 134 - Guilt is Like Garlic - You Can't have too Much. This week, WWDC 2025 is a week away, Larry’s on the Google Soapbox, and an ER patch from MS fixes install errors. Join us for these & more. No No 8190b0e3-7636-4440-ae27-2d0faac62ea3 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 17:37:17 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-134-guilt-is-like-garlic-you-cant-have-too-much The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 134 - Guilt is Like Garlic - You Can't have too Much

Recorded Sunday June 01, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC is a Week Away Apple Pulling a Microsoft? - Joel https://www.macrumors.com/2025/05/29/will-apple-rename-iphones-ios-26/#:~:text=Apple%20plans%20to%20use%2026,change%20mean%20for%20the%20iPhone%3F iOS/ iPadOS/ macOS 26 (pretty much confirmed) - Chris G. https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/28/apple-rumored-to-release-ios-26-at-wwdc-instead-of-ios-19 iOS 26 Redesign Could be more Drastic than iOS 7- Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/30/what-to-expect-from-ios-26-at-wwdc-new-games-app-redesign-and-more Apple v. Epic: Can we at LEAST Agree on this?? - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2025/05/30/whatever-side-you-favor-in-apples-court-battles-can-we-all-agree-on-this-one-thing/ Long List of Car Manufacturers have said NO to CarPlay Ultra - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2025/05/29/carplay-ultra-these-brands-say-no-to-apples-new-features/

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Soapbox - Larry No URL ChatGPT lies like a Rug & is trying to Dominate Users - Chris No URL Nationwide Plan for Fiber may be Canceled in favor of StarLink - Chris G. https://www.theverge.com/news/675502/bead-program-fiber-internet-paused New Linux Flaws Allow Password Hash Theft via Core Dumps in Ubuntu, RHEL, Fedora - Joel https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/new-linux-flaws-allow-password-hash.html WSL is designed to keep Linux users happy on Windows, but it helped me switch to Linux instead - Joel https://www.xda-developers.com/wsl-helped-me-switch-to-linux/

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Emergency Patch KB5062170 fixes Install Errors from Recent Updates - Joel https://www.neowin.net/news/windows-11-gets-emergency-kb5062170-patch-to-fix-errors-when-installing-recent-updates/ MS Standardizes USB-C on Windows 11 - Joel https://windowsreport.com/microsoft-standardizes-usb-c-experience-on-windows-11/

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Tip of the Week Segment The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 134 - Guilt is Like Garlic - You Can't have too Much

Recorded Sunday June 01, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - Editor at iTechGear, former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Editor at iTechGear, Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC is a Week Away Apple Pulling a Microsoft? - Joel https://www.macrumors.com/2025/05/29/will-apple-rename-iphones-ios-26/#:~:text=Apple%20plans%20to%20use%2026,change%20mean%20for%20the%20iPhone%3F iOS/ iPadOS/ macOS 26 (pretty much confirmed) - Chris G. https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/28/apple-rumored-to-release-ios-26-at-wwdc-instead-of-ios-19 iOS 26 Redesign Could be more Drastic than iOS 7- Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/30/what-to-expect-from-ios-26-at-wwdc-new-games-app-redesign-and-more Apple v. Epic: Can we at LEAST Agree on this?? - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2025/05/30/whatever-side-you-favor-in-apples-court-battles-can-we-all-agree-on-this-one-thing/ Long List of Car Manufacturers have said NO to CarPlay Ultra - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2025/05/29/carplay-ultra-these-brands-say-no-to-apples-new-features/

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Soapbox - Larry No URL ChatGPT lies like a Rug & is trying to Dominate Users - Chris No URL Nationwide Plan for Fiber may be Canceled in favor of StarLink - Chris G. https://www.theverge.com/news/675502/bead-program-fiber-internet-paused New Linux Flaws Allow Password Hash Theft via Core Dumps in Ubuntu, RHEL, Fedora - Joel https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/new-linux-flaws-allow-password-hash.html WSL is designed to keep Linux users happy on Windows, but it helped me switch to Linux instead - Joel https://www.xda-developers.com/wsl-helped-me-switch-to-linux/

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Emergency Patch KB5062170 fixes Install Errors from Recent Updates - Joel https://www.neowin.net/news/windows-11-gets-emergency-kb5062170-patch-to-fix-errors-when-installing-recent-updates/ MS Standardizes USB-C on Windows 11 - Joel https://windowsreport.com/microsoft-standardizes-usb-c-experience-on-windows-11/

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear.org false no 5958 full 133 4 133 4 Episode 133 - Thank You for Your Servce Episode 133 - Thank You for Your Servce Ep 133 - Thank You for Your Service. This week, Trump wants 25% tariff on non-US made iPhones, Google I/O, & Win11 gets a version of Handoff. Join us for these & more. No No dfc15ca0-3cdb-4d0c-9503-341a656a57f6 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:13:22 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-133-thank-you-for-your-servce The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 133 - Thank You for Your Servce

Recorded Sunday May 25, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

A Moment of Silence for those that have paid the ultimate price for our Freedom

Apple Segment Trump Demands 25% Tariff on iPhones not made in the US - Larry https://t.ly/-Ra3g and its still cheaper to pay the 25% than make them here - Chris G. https://t.ly/Z8USm and after Bad Press, they'll cover Samsung and Everybody Else https://t.ly/kaHgU Apple Raises Trade-In Values on iPhones - Chris https://t.ly/Oyyan WWDC 2025 Key Note is June 9th - Chris G. https://t.ly/9jRhG

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Google I/O - Chris G. https://t.ly/TRI15, https://t.ly/kme0J, https://t.ly/2AEIK AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) is Achievable within a Decade? - Larry https://t.ly/iGycE OpenAI Acquires Jony Ive's AI Device Startup for $6.4B - Chris https://t.ly/tSrMg Wouldn't use an iPhone if you Gave it to me for Free - Larry https://t.ly/r7gXP

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment The Windows Version of Handoff is Coming to Windows 11 - Larry https://t.ly/tvF_c AnduinOS 1.3 - Windows-Like Linux Distribution - Chris https://t.ly/l9GSv

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Video Screenshots - Shift + Command + 3 takes a screenshot, Shift + Command + 4 lets you select an area of the screen to screenshot, but Shift + Command + 5, a lesser known option, brings up an interface that lets you record your screen or a portion of your screen.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Buffway Slim Minimalist Wallet https://a.co/d/fv6VAWa

============== Copyright 2025 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 133 - Thank You for Your Servce

Recorded Sunday May 25, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

A Moment of Silence for those that have paid the ultimate price for our Freedom

Apple Segment Trump Demands 25% Tariff on iPhones not made in the US - Larry https://t.ly/-Ra3g and its still cheaper to pay the 25% than make them here - Chris G. https://t.ly/Z8USm and after Bad Press, they'll cover Samsung and Everybody Else https://t.ly/kaHgU Apple Raises Trade-In Values on iPhones - Chris https://t.ly/Oyyan WWDC 2025 Key Note is June 9th - Chris G. https://t.ly/9jRhG

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Google I/O - Chris G. https://t.ly/TRI15, https://t.ly/kme0J, https://t.ly/2AEIK AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) is Achievable within a Decade? - Larry https://t.ly/iGycE OpenAI Acquires Jony Ive's AI Device Startup for $6.4B - Chris https://t.ly/tSrMg Wouldn't use an iPhone if you Gave it to me for Free - Larry https://t.ly/r7gXP

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment The Windows Version of Handoff is Coming to Windows 11 - Larry https://t.ly/tvF_c AnduinOS 1.3 - Windows-Like Linux Distribution - Chris https://t.ly/l9GSv

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Video Screenshots - Shift + Command + 3 takes a screenshot, Shift + Command + 4 lets you select an area of the screen to screenshot, but Shift + Command + 5, a lesser known option, brings up an interface that lets you record your screen or a portion of your screen.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Buffway Slim Minimalist Wallet https://a.co/d/fv6VAWa

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 4879 full 132 4 132 4 Episode 132 - They Wrote Checks their @$$ Can't Cash Episode 132 - They Wrote Checks their @$$ Can't Cash Ep 132 - They Wrote Checks their @$$ Can't Cash. This week, Fortnight isn't available on iOS, Microsoft Announces Linux Distribution Service, & Microsoft Announces Linux Distribution Service. Join us for these & more. No No d142994a-8efd-4690-9431-6c83ef6facd1 Tue, 20 May 2025 14:07:24 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-132-they-wrote-checks-their-cant-cash The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 132 - They Wrote Checks their @$$ Can't Cash

Recorded Sunday May 18, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Fortnight isn't available on iOS - Chris G. https://t.ly/q9URz The Shit-Show that is Apple Intelligence - Joel https://t.ly/PNmS4 CarPlay Ultra Trial Delivers a Deeply Integrated Experience - Larry https://t.ly/YWj0l Trump to Cook - I don't want you Building iPhones in india - Larry https://t.ly/IEBMc visionOS 3 will let you Scroll with Just Eye Movements - Chris G. https://t.ly/d61lc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Microsoft Announces Linux Distribution Service - Joel https://t.ly/zqnd3

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Lists Surface Models Compatible with Windows 11 - Chris https://t.ly/FuJLZ Microsoft's Simplified Surface Line-Up Kills another Device - Chris G. https://t.ly/SYqNB Windows Phone Gets a ChatGPT Update? Really?? - Chris G. https://t.ly/zN5vn MS to Cut 3% of its Work Force in May - Larry https://t.ly/yf1h0

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Close Apps From App Switcher
When you're in the Command + Tab view, keep holding the Command key and press the Q key to close an open app.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. BASEQI microSD adapter for Macbook Pro 14" and 16" https://t.ly/kv-1O

==========

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 132 - They Wrote Checks their @$$ Can't Cash

Recorded Sunday May 18, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Fortnight isn't available on iOS - Chris G. https://t.ly/q9URz The Shit-Show that is Apple Intelligence - Joel https://t.ly/PNmS4 CarPlay Ultra Trial Delivers a Deeply Integrated Experience - Larry https://t.ly/YWj0l Trump to Cook - I don't want you Building iPhones in india - Larry https://t.ly/IEBMc visionOS 3 will let you Scroll with Just Eye Movements - Chris G. https://t.ly/d61lc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Microsoft Announces Linux Distribution Service - Joel https://t.ly/zqnd3

Commercial Break Goes Here
Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Lists Surface Models Compatible with Windows 11 - Chris https://t.ly/FuJLZ Microsoft's Simplified Surface Line-Up Kills another Device - Chris G. https://t.ly/SYqNB Windows Phone Gets a ChatGPT Update? Really?? - Chris G. https://t.ly/zN5vn MS to Cut 3% of its Work Force in May - Larry https://t.ly/yf1h0

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Close Apps From App Switcher
When you're in the Command + Tab view, keep holding the Command key and press the Q key to close an open app.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. BASEQI microSD adapter for Macbook Pro 14" and 16" https://t.ly/kv-1O

==========

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5364 full 131 4 131 4 Episode 131 - May the Fourth be with Youth Episode 131 - May the Fourth be with Youth Ep 131 - May the Fourth be with Youth. This week, Apple sanctioned for blatantly violating 'Fortnite' App Store Order, Google I/O is Official, & MS wants users to Ditch Win10 before it dies. Join us for these & more. No No 73b7278a-1091-4680-b875-29f480f5969a Mon, 19 May 2025 16:31:27 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-131-may-the-fourth-be-with-youth The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 131 - May the Fourth be with Youth

Recorded Sunday May 04, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Judge sanctions Apple for blatantly violating 'Fortnite' App Store order - Chris G. https://t.ly/qoTwG New Devices in the House - talk about upcoming reviews - Chris G. New iPhone Factories Opened in India - Larry https://t.ly/ecdUC AirPlay Flaw Makes iPhones Vulnerable - Larry https://t.ly/oJwSK Apple may Stagger Next Year's iPhones to Make Way for a Foldable - Chris G. https://t.ly/rAkzS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google I/O is Official - Joel https://t.ly/eCNEC Google will Rollout its AI Chatbot to Kids Under 13 - Joel https://t.ly/Xk4TX, https://t.ly/Fm3a5 You now have access to the AI Mode experiment in Google Search - Joel https://t.ly/0Wqkm Google Play Store Lost 1/2 its Apps - Chris G. https://t.ly/-C5zp

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS wants users to Ditch Win10 before it dies, Hoping Copilot & Recall will Drive Sales - Chris https://t.ly/c-l3V Report Claims MS Copilot, other AI Bots aren't Living up to the Hype - Chris https://t.ly/ePc74

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Type to Siri via a Double Tap on the Bottom of the Screen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Anker Prime Power Bank – 65W (30W Fast Charge) – $89 https://a.co/d/9vQvrlV

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 131 - May the Fourth be with Youth

Recorded Sunday May 04, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Judge sanctions Apple for blatantly violating 'Fortnite' App Store order - Chris G. https://t.ly/qoTwG New Devices in the House - talk about upcoming reviews - Chris G. New iPhone Factories Opened in India - Larry https://t.ly/ecdUC AirPlay Flaw Makes iPhones Vulnerable - Larry https://t.ly/oJwSK Apple may Stagger Next Year's iPhones to Make Way for a Foldable - Chris G. https://t.ly/rAkzS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google I/O is Official - Joel https://t.ly/eCNEC Google will Rollout its AI Chatbot to Kids Under 13 - Joel https://t.ly/Xk4TX, https://t.ly/Fm3a5 You now have access to the AI Mode experiment in Google Search - Joel https://t.ly/0Wqkm Google Play Store Lost 1/2 its Apps - Chris G. https://t.ly/-C5zp

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS wants users to Ditch Win10 before it dies, Hoping Copilot & Recall will Drive Sales - Chris https://t.ly/c-l3V Report Claims MS Copilot, other AI Bots aren't Living up to the Hype - Chris https://t.ly/ePc74

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Type to Siri via a Double Tap on the Bottom of the Screen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Anker Prime Power Bank – 65W (30W Fast Charge) – $89 https://a.co/d/9vQvrlV

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5878 full 130 4 130 4 Episode 130 - I'm Just Waiting for Y'all to Say Something Stupid Episode 130 - I'm Just Waiting for Y'all to Say Something Stupid Ep. 130 - I'm Just Waiting for Y'all to Say Something Stupid. This week, iPhone 17 Slim is barely thick Enough for its Own Buttons, Obama says AI is Better than 70% of Coders today, & Only Google can Run Chrome. Join us for these & more. No No 249950cd-034b-4d97-92ec-eec16a81a7c0 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:42:28 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-130-im-just-waiting-for-yall-to-say-something-stupid The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 130 - I'm Just Waiting for Y'all to Say Something Stupid

Recorded Sunday April 27, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone 17 Slim is barely thick Enough for its Own Buttons - Chris G. https://t.ly/uqR7Z Tariff Pause cut in Half for Countries not Negotiating with US - Chris G. https://t.ly/MC08Q Apple Migration Assistant - Larry https://t.ly/22GpW Apple Appealing $570M Fine from EU, WH says it won't be Tolerated - Larry https://t.ly/DEUw_, https://t.ly/Bl2fs Will the iPad Survive its Mac-Over? - Larry https://t.ly/3p9Hh

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Obama says AI is Better than 70% of Coders today - Chris https://t.ly/M4NmJ The Justice Department and Google Battle over Potential Break-Up - Joel https://t.ly/NE3RB Google is Officially an Illegal Monopoly, not Killing Tracking Cookies - Chris G. https://t.ly/aUxaR , https://t.ly/8CuZh

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Only Google can Run Chrome - Joel https://t.ly/4siGc Windows Maps is finally Dead - Joel https://t.ly/xvgSk References to Win 11 25H2 - Chris https://t.ly/PsWB7

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Bypass Silent mode for Emergency contacts

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Nespresso Vertuo Next - $118 https://t.ly/buGvU, https://t.ly/CObEK

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 130 - I'm Just Waiting for Y'all to Say Something Stupid

Recorded Sunday April 27, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone 17 Slim is barely thick Enough for its Own Buttons - Chris G. https://t.ly/uqR7Z Tariff Pause cut in Half for Countries not Negotiating with US - Chris G. https://t.ly/MC08Q Apple Migration Assistant - Larry https://t.ly/22GpW Apple Appealing $570M Fine from EU, WH says it won't be Tolerated - Larry https://t.ly/DEUw_, https://t.ly/Bl2fs Will the iPad Survive its Mac-Over? - Larry https://t.ly/3p9Hh

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Obama says AI is Better than 70% of Coders today - Chris https://t.ly/M4NmJ The Justice Department and Google Battle over Potential Break-Up - Joel https://t.ly/NE3RB Google is Officially an Illegal Monopoly, not Killing Tracking Cookies - Chris G. https://t.ly/aUxaR , https://t.ly/8CuZh

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Only Google can Run Chrome - Joel https://t.ly/4siGc Windows Maps is finally Dead - Joel https://t.ly/xvgSk References to Win 11 25H2 - Chris https://t.ly/PsWB7

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Bypass Silent mode for Emergency contacts

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Nespresso Vertuo Next - $118 https://t.ly/buGvU, https://t.ly/CObEK

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 7125 full 129 4 129 4 Episode 129 - Remind Me Again - How do I get to be Exempt?? Episode 129 - Remind Me Again - How do I get to be Exempt?? Ep. 129 - Remind Me Again - How do I get to be Exempt?. This week, Electronics are now Exempt from Tariffs, Garmin Connect+: I did it so Readers won't have to, & Update for Office 16 Causing Word, Excel & Outlook Crashes. Join us for these & more. No No 34a34e85-c7b2-4655-a284-5dce6044292c Mon, 14 Apr 2025 22:40:46 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-129-remind-me-again-how-do-i-get-to-be-exempt The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 129 - Remind Me Again - How do I get to be Exempt??

Recorded Sunday April 13, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Smartphones & Computers are now Exempt from Tariffs - Larry https://t.ly/T-dLP Report Reveals Internal Apple Chaos - Chris G. - https://t.ly/T3ZFA Siri Upgrades due in the Fall of 2025 - Larry https://t.ly/oWM45 iPhone 17 Pro Max - Early Hands on - Larry https://t.ly/solF8 iOS 19 Leak Video https://t.ly/t46_G watchOS to get visionOS Design Elements - Chris https://t.ly/zJ_Xv

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Garmin Connect+: I did it so Readers won't have to - Joel
Ubuntu 25.04 April 17 - Joel https://t.ly/k_g2z

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Mirosoft Mistake-a-thon MS Releases update for Office 16 Causing Word, Excel & Outlook Crashes - Chris https://t.ly/o_5tf MS is about to Launch Recall for Reals this time - Chris G. https://t.ly/LQIwY MS Removes 6-month old Win11 24H2 Update Block - Chris https://t.ly/6SsIQ

MS Pauses $1B Data Center Project - Joel https://t.ly/P4GQn Copilot Wish - Joel

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Access Clipboard History in Windows - Win-V

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Outlet Extender Multi-Plug Adapter https://t.ly/5GBcd

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 129 - Remind Me Again - How do I get to be Exempt??

Recorded Sunday April 13, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Smartphones & Computers are now Exempt from Tariffs - Larry https://t.ly/T-dLP Report Reveals Internal Apple Chaos - Chris G. - https://t.ly/T3ZFA Siri Upgrades due in the Fall of 2025 - Larry https://t.ly/oWM45 iPhone 17 Pro Max - Early Hands on - Larry https://t.ly/solF8 iOS 19 Leak Video https://t.ly/t46_G watchOS to get visionOS Design Elements - Chris https://t.ly/zJ_Xv

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Garmin Connect+: I did it so Readers won't have to - Joel
Ubuntu 25.04 April 17 - Joel https://t.ly/k_g2z

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Mirosoft Mistake-a-thon MS Releases update for Office 16 Causing Word, Excel & Outlook Crashes - Chris https://t.ly/o_5tf MS is about to Launch Recall for Reals this time - Chris G. https://t.ly/LQIwY MS Removes 6-month old Win11 24H2 Update Block - Chris https://t.ly/6SsIQ

MS Pauses $1B Data Center Project - Joel https://t.ly/P4GQn Copilot Wish - Joel

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Access Clipboard History in Windows - Win-V

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Outlet Extender Multi-Plug Adapter https://t.ly/5GBcd

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5526 full 128 4 128 4 Episode 128 - Maybe, but you Gotta Buy me Dinner First Episode 128 - Maybe, but you Gotta Buy me Dinner First Ep. 128 - Maybe, but you Gotta Buy me Dinner First. This week iOS 18.4/18.5 Beta Releases, Meta Intros new AI Models for Llama 4, and Microsoft Turns 50. Join us for these & more. No No f360b088-0a80-4841-ba13-3a836a993418 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 22:04:18 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-128-maybe-but-you-gotta-buy-me-dinner-first The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 128 - Maybe, but you Gotta Buy me Dinner First

Recorded Sunday April 06, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.4/18.5 Beta Releases - Chris G. https://t.ly/ejczG $5B Lawsuit over Apple eBook Licensing - Joel https://t.ly/gj0Q_ Why the iPhone Fold WON'T be an iPad or iPhone Killer - Chris G. https://t.ly/lmufe Could the iPhone 20 be the iPhone Fold (due to iPhone X Redesign)

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Meta Intros new AI Models for Llama 4 - Joel https://t.ly/Hz26S Amazon to use AI to Generate Recaps of book Series on Kindle - Chris https://t.ly/8Jlhs Garmin Plus Backlash - Joel https://t.ly/kougz Google Workspace Gmail Security Features (Larry's email hell) - Larry Switch 2 Delayed due to New Tariffs - Chris G. https://t.ly/sXIZs

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft Turns 50 - Larry https://t.ly/jLJRd Surface Laptop vs. Apple MacBook Air - Chris https://t.ly/WXXcA

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry iCloud Advanced Data Protection: What it does and How it Helps https://t.ly/6XEcA

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
Logitech Slim Wireless Bluetooth Mouse for Mac $13.46 https://a.co/d/bqLfMNg

=============

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 128 - Maybe, but you Gotta Buy me Dinner First

Recorded Sunday April 06, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.4/18.5 Beta Releases - Chris G. https://t.ly/ejczG $5B Lawsuit over Apple eBook Licensing - Joel https://t.ly/gj0Q_ Why the iPhone Fold WON'T be an iPad or iPhone Killer - Chris G. https://t.ly/lmufe Could the iPhone 20 be the iPhone Fold (due to iPhone X Redesign)

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Meta Intros new AI Models for Llama 4 - Joel https://t.ly/Hz26S Amazon to use AI to Generate Recaps of book Series on Kindle - Chris https://t.ly/8Jlhs Garmin Plus Backlash - Joel https://t.ly/kougz Google Workspace Gmail Security Features (Larry's email hell) - Larry Switch 2 Delayed due to New Tariffs - Chris G. https://t.ly/sXIZs

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Microsoft Turns 50 - Larry https://t.ly/jLJRd Surface Laptop vs. Apple MacBook Air - Chris https://t.ly/WXXcA

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry iCloud Advanced Data Protection: What it does and How it Helps https://t.ly/6XEcA

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
Logitech Slim Wireless Bluetooth Mouse for Mac $13.46 https://a.co/d/bqLfMNg

=============

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 7281 full 127 4 127 4 Episode 127 - Where, Oh Where have our Dulcet Tones Gone? Episode 127 - Where, Oh Where have our Dulcet Tones Gone? Ep. 127 - Where, Oh Where Have our Dulcet Tones Gone? Chris G. is out. This week, WWDC Announced for June 9-13, 2025, Google Gemini 2.5 Pro is now Free! (AI to the People), and Local Accounts are a thing of the Past. Join us for these & more. No No b417560a-7b89-4a50-ac63-8ce77626f842 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:29:04 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-127-where-oh-where-have-our-dulcet-tones-gone The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 127 - Where, Oh Where Have our Dulcet Tones Gone?

Recorded Sunday March 30, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC Announced for June 9-13, 2025 - Chris https://t.ly/w8zvb macOS, iOS, iPadOS Release Candidates Available - Chris https://t.ly/dXwC_ iOS 19 Leak Shows New Interface - Larry https://t.ly/Ur1WO Apple is going to Spend $1.0B on Nvidia AI Servers - Larry https://t.ly/VDvBd Apple's M4 MacBook Air is in the House! - Joel
Dongles & Docking Stations - Chris

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Gemini 2.5 Pro is now Free! (AI to the People) - Larry https://t.ly/03UCT 30 Day Android Challenge Video - Switching between iOS & Android - Joel https://t.ly/cLoqW

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Local Accounts are a thing of the Past - Chris https://t.ly/UEleU Why Intel had to Delay its Ohio One Project in New Albany - Joel https://t.ly/bOy5k

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Libre Office is a GREAT Office Alternative - Chris https://t.ly/3sfjN, https://t.ly/70dE0

**Pick of the Week Segment**

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Swivel Extension Cord https://t.ly/avV3N

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 127 - Where, Oh Where Have our Dulcet Tones Gone?

Recorded Sunday March 30, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC Announced for June 9-13, 2025 - Chris https://t.ly/w8zvb macOS, iOS, iPadOS Release Candidates Available - Chris https://t.ly/dXwC_ iOS 19 Leak Shows New Interface - Larry https://t.ly/Ur1WO Apple is going to Spend $1.0B on Nvidia AI Servers - Larry https://t.ly/VDvBd Apple's M4 MacBook Air is in the House! - Joel
Dongles & Docking Stations - Chris

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Gemini 2.5 Pro is now Free! (AI to the People) - Larry https://t.ly/03UCT 30 Day Android Challenge Video - Switching between iOS & Android - Joel https://t.ly/cLoqW

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon Local Accounts are a thing of the Past - Chris https://t.ly/UEleU Why Intel had to Delay its Ohio One Project in New Albany - Joel https://t.ly/bOy5k

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Libre Office is a GREAT Office Alternative - Chris https://t.ly/3sfjN, https://t.ly/70dE0

**Pick of the Week Segment**

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Swivel Extension Cord https://t.ly/avV3N

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 6407 full 126 4 126 4 Episode 126 - GC Stands for Guest Contributor Episode 126 - GC Stands for Guest Contributor Ep.126 - GC Stands for Guest Contributor. This week, a Moment of Silence for Woody Leonard, Android Central is Hands-on with the Pixel 9a, & MS Mistake-a-thon is Back, Baby! Join us for these & more. No No 51769167-9dcf-496f-bdf7-e2151a1b7b07 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 19:58:27 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-126-gc-stands-for-guest-contributor The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 126 - GC Stands for Guest Contributor

Recorded Sunday March 23, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Southwest

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment A moment of Silence: Woody Leonhard - Larry & Chris Apple Mistake-a-thon: Siri Sucks, and Apple Intelligence ain't Gonna Save it - Chris https://t.ly/wJLVA John Giannandrea's out, Mike Rockwell - the Vision Pro Guy - is in as the New AI/Siri Guy - Larry https://t.ly/xCkwe Axios Reports Lawsuit filed for False Advertising over Apple Intelligence - Chris https://t.ly/dUHFy Do we WANT a Foldable Apple Watch?? - Chris https://t.ly/GhIQB Apple will Launch homeOS in 2025 - Larry https://t.ly/iIXhp When will we see CarPlay 2.0? Apple Responds - Chris https://t.ly/ziTbR

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Android Central is Hands on with the Pixel 9a - Joel https://t.ly/uqPG1 Why the Pixel 9a Ditched the Camera Bar - Joel https://t.ly/zFZjN FBI Issues Malware Warning to ALL Gmail and Outlook eMail Users - Joel https://t.ly/Z3-vA

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon is Back, Baby! MS Kills Remote Desktop - Larry https://t.ly/EuLgj MS Stops Selling Surface Pro 11 with a Charger - Joel https://t.ly/IXGfM

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris/Joel Side-Load Applications to install Something NOT in the Google Play Store https://t.ly/h7za3

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
SUREWO 360° Rotation Backpack Strap Mount Quick Clip Mount with Expand Frame Compatible with DJI Osmo Pocket,Osmo Pocet 2 $14.99 - https://a.co/d/eAP0L0f

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 126 - GC Stands for Guest Contributor

Recorded Sunday March 23, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Southwest

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment A moment of Silence: Woody Leonhard - Larry & Chris Apple Mistake-a-thon: Siri Sucks, and Apple Intelligence ain't Gonna Save it - Chris https://t.ly/wJLVA John Giannandrea's out, Mike Rockwell - the Vision Pro Guy - is in as the New AI/Siri Guy - Larry https://t.ly/xCkwe Axios Reports Lawsuit filed for False Advertising over Apple Intelligence - Chris https://t.ly/dUHFy Do we WANT a Foldable Apple Watch?? - Chris https://t.ly/GhIQB Apple will Launch homeOS in 2025 - Larry https://t.ly/iIXhp When will we see CarPlay 2.0? Apple Responds - Chris https://t.ly/ziTbR

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Android Central is Hands on with the Pixel 9a - Joel https://t.ly/uqPG1 Why the Pixel 9a Ditched the Camera Bar - Joel https://t.ly/zFZjN FBI Issues Malware Warning to ALL Gmail and Outlook eMail Users - Joel https://t.ly/Z3-vA

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon is Back, Baby! MS Kills Remote Desktop - Larry https://t.ly/EuLgj MS Stops Selling Surface Pro 11 with a Charger - Joel https://t.ly/IXGfM

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris/Joel Side-Load Applications to install Something NOT in the Google Play Store https://t.ly/h7za3

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
SUREWO 360° Rotation Backpack Strap Mount Quick Clip Mount with Expand Frame Compatible with DJI Osmo Pocket,Osmo Pocet 2 $14.99 - https://a.co/d/eAP0L0f

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4651 full 125 4 125 4 Episode 125 - You don't Want to Damage the Dulcet Tones Episode 125 - You don't Want to Damage the Dulcet Tones Ep.124 Episode 125 - You Don't Want to Damage the Dulcet Tones. This week, Siri is just pitifully embarrassing, Google is ditching its Assistant for Gemini, & Is Intel’s new CEO enough to Right the Ship, or is it too Late? Join us for these & more. No No 2bcc81d2-14f9-4794-bbdf-f358c5e2529e Sun, 23 Mar 2025 21:06:07 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-125-you-dont-want-to-damage-the-dulcet-tones The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 125 - You don't Want to Damage the Dulcet Tones

Recorded Sunday March 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Southwest

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Siri is just pitifully embarrasing - Chris G.
https://t.ly/bpROX https://t.ly/hxP2T https://t.ly/FtMwE Siri is SO Bad, Tim Cook is getting ROASTED over it - Chris G. https://t.ly/oIB-9 iPhone 16e has Bluetooth Audio Issues - Chris https://t.ly/N5SgJ Live Translation coming to AirPods - Chris https://t.ly/xpJu0 Apple to support E2E RCS Encrpyted Messaging with Android - Joel https://t.ly/q1omB

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google is ditching its Assistant for Gemini later in 2025 - Joel https://t.ly/tuYiZ OpenAI & Google to Ask the Government to Allow their Ais to Train on Copywritten Material they don't own - Chris G. https://t.ly/Jtn4G Android16 Beta 3 has been Released - Joel https://t.ly/D1E4q

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Intel has a new CEO, but is it enough to Right the Ship, or is it too Late? - Chris https://t.ly/geZHG

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

6 Things to do After Installing Windows 11 https://t.ly/Q5VJ5

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Smart AAAA Battery Charger with 2 Counts Rechargeable AAAA Batteries - Ni-MH 1.2V 400mAh 1200 Cycles https://t.ly/eBf_9

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 125 - You don't Want to Damage the Dulcet Tones

Recorded Sunday March 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Southwest

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Siri is just pitifully embarrasing - Chris G.
https://t.ly/bpROX https://t.ly/hxP2T https://t.ly/FtMwE Siri is SO Bad, Tim Cook is getting ROASTED over it - Chris G. https://t.ly/oIB-9 iPhone 16e has Bluetooth Audio Issues - Chris https://t.ly/N5SgJ Live Translation coming to AirPods - Chris https://t.ly/xpJu0 Apple to support E2E RCS Encrpyted Messaging with Android - Joel https://t.ly/q1omB

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google is ditching its Assistant for Gemini later in 2025 - Joel https://t.ly/tuYiZ OpenAI & Google to Ask the Government to Allow their Ais to Train on Copywritten Material they don't own - Chris G. https://t.ly/Jtn4G Android16 Beta 3 has been Released - Joel https://t.ly/D1E4q

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Intel has a new CEO, but is it enough to Right the Ship, or is it too Late? - Chris https://t.ly/geZHG

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

6 Things to do After Installing Windows 11 https://t.ly/Q5VJ5

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Smart AAAA Battery Charger with 2 Counts Rechargeable AAAA Batteries - Ni-MH 1.2V 400mAh 1200 Cycles https://t.ly/eBf_9

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4802 full 124 4 124 4 Episode 124 - Spring Forward, Fall - Help I've Fallen and I can't Get Up! Episode 124 - Spring Forward, Fall - Help I've Fallen and I can't Get Up! Ep.124 - Spring Forward, Fall - Help I've Fallen and I Can't Get Up! This week, we discuss Apple's Week of Releases, OneUI 7 Set for an April Release, and MS's Update on Shared Folder links in OneDrive. Join us for these & more. No No 7d7d265e-62e4-442b-a78f-92bd1f0ffbef Sun, 23 Mar 2025 20:40:57 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-124-spring-forward-fall-help-ive-fallen-and-i-cant-get-up The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 124 - Spring Forward, Fall - Help I've Fallen and I can't Get Up!

Recorded Sunday March 09, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Week of Releases - Chris G. https://t.ly/c3CSj https://t.ly/5K9E3 https://t.ly/0NKHC https://t.ly/GBCJm Why the iPhone Fold Suddenly Make Sense - Larry https://t.ly/vT8i3, https://t.ly/gF7lu Apple's Smart Hub Command Center Delays due to Siri Apple Intelligence Delays? - Larry https://t.ly/OtvgC

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment OneUI 7 Set for an April Release - Chris G. https://t.ly/DiL4I, https://t.ly/zRobK Justice Department Demands that Google Sell-off Chrome in new Filing - Joel https://t.ly/KqjdT Galaxy Z Flip 7 may have a Full Sized Outter display - Joel https://t.ly/NFVng

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS has an Update on Shared Folder links in OneDrive - Chris https://t.ly/LMYS1 MS Publisher Discontinued, MS Suggests Alternatives - Chris https://t.ly/LXXsr How do Intel's new Core Ultra 2 Chips Stack up against the Commpetition - Joel https://t.ly/JjSH4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Customize the Quick Settings Menu https://t.ly/suCh8

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

(Larry) Apple TV Siri Remote Protective Cover by Fintie – $6.98 https://t.ly/QV1Ui

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 124 - Spring Forward, Fall - Help I've Fallen and I can't Get Up!

Recorded Sunday March 09, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Week of Releases - Chris G. https://t.ly/c3CSj https://t.ly/5K9E3 https://t.ly/0NKHC https://t.ly/GBCJm Why the iPhone Fold Suddenly Make Sense - Larry https://t.ly/vT8i3, https://t.ly/gF7lu Apple's Smart Hub Command Center Delays due to Siri Apple Intelligence Delays? - Larry https://t.ly/OtvgC

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment OneUI 7 Set for an April Release - Chris G. https://t.ly/DiL4I, https://t.ly/zRobK Justice Department Demands that Google Sell-off Chrome in new Filing - Joel https://t.ly/KqjdT Galaxy Z Flip 7 may have a Full Sized Outter display - Joel https://t.ly/NFVng

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS has an Update on Shared Folder links in OneDrive - Chris https://t.ly/LMYS1 MS Publisher Discontinued, MS Suggests Alternatives - Chris https://t.ly/LXXsr How do Intel's new Core Ultra 2 Chips Stack up against the Commpetition - Joel https://t.ly/JjSH4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Customize the Quick Settings Menu https://t.ly/suCh8

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

(Larry) Apple TV Siri Remote Protective Cover by Fintie – $6.98 https://t.ly/QV1Ui

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5671 full 123 4 123 4 Episode 123 - We're Just a Real Quick, Kinda Drive-by Episode 123 - We're Just a Real Quick, Kinda Drive-by Ep. 123 - We're Just a Real Quick, Kinda Drive-by. Dr. Mr. Larry McJunkin is out. This week, Tim Cook teases a new MacBook Air, Larry is in the T-Mo Starlink Beta, & an extended episode of the MS Mistake-a-thon. Join us for these & more. No No 37500deb-7e39-4431-b1ea-b67342930f7f Sun, 23 Mar 2025 02:19:06 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-123-were-just-a-real-quick-kinda-drive-by The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 123 - We're Just a Real-Quick, Kinda Drive-by

Recorded Monday March 03, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Tim Cook teases new MacBook Air this week - Joel https://t.ly/UHlAd Apple to be Hit with Anti-trust fine in France - Chris G. https://t.ly/robn- US Intelligence backs Apple over UK encryption backdoor demands - Joel https://t.ly/7qYHW

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Larry is in the T-Mo Starlink Beta - Chris https://t.ly/radQM Hackers Stole this Engineer's 1Password Vault - Chris G. https://t.ly/HNrMm Nvidia confirms it is investigating RTX 50-series BSOD and black screen troubles, no timeline for a fix - Chris G. https://t.ly/89N4Q

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon:
Asking Copilot for a script to Activate Windows Brings up Steps to Activate a Pirated Copy - Chris G. https://t.ly/wUxrV OpenAI releases Deep Research to All after MS Releases Think Deeper to all Copilot Users w/out limits - Joel https://t.ly/Wwzso MS Quietly Testing Free, Ad-Supported Version of Office with Limited Features - Chris https://t.ly/IfQWO MS is Killing Skype after 14 years of Neglect - Chris https://t.ly/YWxXh

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Change your default apps to the ones you want to use https://t.ly/FWqn0

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Compatible With Garmin, Rugged Woven Nylon Sport Band with G-hook Watch Band For fēnix/Forerunner/Vivoactive/Approach/MARQ/quatix/D2 Series Tough Replacement Band For Men https://t.ly/x2T2e

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 123 - We're Just a Real-Quick, Kinda Drive-by

Recorded Monday March 03, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Tim Cook teases new MacBook Air this week - Joel https://t.ly/UHlAd Apple to be Hit with Anti-trust fine in France - Chris G. https://t.ly/robn- US Intelligence backs Apple over UK encryption backdoor demands - Joel https://t.ly/7qYHW

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Larry is in the T-Mo Starlink Beta - Chris https://t.ly/radQM Hackers Stole this Engineer's 1Password Vault - Chris G. https://t.ly/HNrMm Nvidia confirms it is investigating RTX 50-series BSOD and black screen troubles, no timeline for a fix - Chris G. https://t.ly/89N4Q

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon:
Asking Copilot for a script to Activate Windows Brings up Steps to Activate a Pirated Copy - Chris G. https://t.ly/wUxrV OpenAI releases Deep Research to All after MS Releases Think Deeper to all Copilot Users w/out limits - Joel https://t.ly/Wwzso MS Quietly Testing Free, Ad-Supported Version of Office with Limited Features - Chris https://t.ly/IfQWO MS is Killing Skype after 14 years of Neglect - Chris https://t.ly/YWxXh

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Change your default apps to the ones you want to use https://t.ly/FWqn0

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Compatible With Garmin, Rugged Woven Nylon Sport Band with G-hook Watch Band For fēnix/Forerunner/Vivoactive/Approach/MARQ/quatix/D2 Series Tough Replacement Band For Men https://t.ly/x2T2e

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 4988 full 122 4 122 4 Episode 122 - That's What She Said Episode 122 - That's What She Said Ep. 122 - That's What She Said. The gang’s all here. This week, we explore Vision Pro 1 Year in, Parts of Humane Sold to HP - AI Pin no Longer Functions, & Lenovo Slim 7x Issues. Join us for these & more. No No 1e5c3a11-ab87-4dd1-b41f-d178def1fa31 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 22:57:17 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-122-thats-what-she-said The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 122 - That's What She Said!

Recorded Sunday February 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Vision Pro 1 Year in - Joel https://t.ly/JJs2T iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 16 Apple Intelligence at a Lower Cost - Larry https://t.ly/gAoWd, https://t.ly/a-j5Y Apple's C1 Modem - Is mmWave Dead? - Larry https://t.ly/mJERE

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Parts of Humane Sold to HP - AI Pin no Longer Functions - Chris G. https://t.ly/4MtrY, https://t.ly/3ypim Sharing a Playlist between Friends - Joel Samsung's Tri-Fold Phone Available to a Limited Market & Won't have a better Crease - Chris https://t.ly/fJGvc OPPO Find N5 Won't Launch in Europe Either - Chris G. https://t.ly/UociV

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Lenovo Slim 7x Issues - Chris G. Surface is Dead. Long Live Surface. MS Hardware Enters New Era - Chris https://t.ly/KZ5Qs Amazon Mistake-a-thon: How You Download Kindle Books is going to Change - Chris G. https://t.ly/R0kIT

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How-To: Turn Off Duplex Printing by Default on Your Mac https://t.ly/alc9W

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Aluminum Stand for M4 Mac mini $17 - https://a.co/d/h5DFylk

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 122 - That's What She Said!

Recorded Sunday February 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Vision Pro 1 Year in - Joel https://t.ly/JJs2T iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 16 Apple Intelligence at a Lower Cost - Larry https://t.ly/gAoWd, https://t.ly/a-j5Y Apple's C1 Modem - Is mmWave Dead? - Larry https://t.ly/mJERE

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Parts of Humane Sold to HP - AI Pin no Longer Functions - Chris G. https://t.ly/4MtrY, https://t.ly/3ypim Sharing a Playlist between Friends - Joel Samsung's Tri-Fold Phone Available to a Limited Market & Won't have a better Crease - Chris https://t.ly/fJGvc OPPO Find N5 Won't Launch in Europe Either - Chris G. https://t.ly/UociV

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Lenovo Slim 7x Issues - Chris G. Surface is Dead. Long Live Surface. MS Hardware Enters New Era - Chris https://t.ly/KZ5Qs Amazon Mistake-a-thon: How You Download Kindle Books is going to Change - Chris G. https://t.ly/R0kIT

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How-To: Turn Off Duplex Printing by Default on Your Mac https://t.ly/alc9W

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Aluminum Stand for M4 Mac mini $17 - https://a.co/d/h5DFylk

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5998 full 121 4 121 4 Episode 121 - That's a Trip to HR Waiting to Happen Episode 121 - That's a Trip to HR Waiting to Happen Ep. 121 - That's a Trip to HR Waiting to Happen. This week: Apple Event on Feb 19th, Apple TV+ Coming to Android, MS Renames the Gulf to Gulf of America following Apple and Google. Join us for these & more. No No ab9b73dc-9394-4d2e-b4cc-03f7b41cc135 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 04:28:42 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-121-thats-a-trip-to-hr-waiting-to-happen The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 121 - That's a Trip to HR Waiting to Happen

Recorded Sunday February 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Event on Feb 19th - Larry https://t.ly/oWENP iPhone 17 Revealed - BIG Camera Bar - Joel https://t.ly/raZuu Tik-Tok is Back in the App and Google Play Stores - Joel https://t.ly/gmUUf Apple Maps to Start Showing Ads? - Larry https://t.ly/bQ5NJ

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Apple TV+ Coming to Android - Chris https://t.ly/oy3l8 What's Missing in Apple TV+ for Android - Chris G. https://t.ly/sG1Pa No OnePlus Open 2 this Year - Chris G.https://t.ly/M3zs7, https://t.ly/iy-z1

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Renames the Gulf to Gulf of America following Apple and Google - Chris https://t.ly/TpEUz MS Forces the New Outlook on Windows 10 Users - Larry https://t.ly/TJ_cg Microsoft cuts older Intel CPUs from their Windows 11 24H2 support list https://t.ly/U_Dm1

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Why you Might Need a VPN at Home https://wp.me/p164qm-1OZ Apple insider also recommends VPNs on Public WiFi https://t.ly/XS1Sr

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Digiroot Stylus for iPad Pro 11" - $15-$20 https://t.ly/5O7JX

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 121 - That's a Trip to HR Waiting to Happen

Recorded Sunday February 16, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Event on Feb 19th - Larry https://t.ly/oWENP iPhone 17 Revealed - BIG Camera Bar - Joel https://t.ly/raZuu Tik-Tok is Back in the App and Google Play Stores - Joel https://t.ly/gmUUf Apple Maps to Start Showing Ads? - Larry https://t.ly/bQ5NJ

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Apple TV+ Coming to Android - Chris https://t.ly/oy3l8 What's Missing in Apple TV+ for Android - Chris G. https://t.ly/sG1Pa No OnePlus Open 2 this Year - Chris G.https://t.ly/M3zs7, https://t.ly/iy-z1

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Renames the Gulf to Gulf of America following Apple and Google - Chris https://t.ly/TpEUz MS Forces the New Outlook on Windows 10 Users - Larry https://t.ly/TJ_cg Microsoft cuts older Intel CPUs from their Windows 11 24H2 support list https://t.ly/U_Dm1

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Why you Might Need a VPN at Home https://wp.me/p164qm-1OZ Apple insider also recommends VPNs on Public WiFi https://t.ly/XS1Sr

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Digiroot Stylus for iPad Pro 11" - $15-$20 https://t.ly/5O7JX

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 5162 full 120 4 120 4 Episode 120 - When Nature Calls Episode 120 - When Nature Calls Ep. 120 - When Nature Calls. This week: China Threatens App Store Probe in Retaliation to Tariffs, How Apple Invites works on Android, MS Mistake-a-thon: Win11 Bug Updates Making things Worse. Join us for these & more. No No ed0f7e0c-9a43-4e68-9536-b842f845e212 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 03:18:47 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-120-when-nature-calls The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 120 - When Nature Calls

Recorded Monday February 10, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment China Threatens App Store Probe in Retaliation to Tarrifs - Chris https://t.ly/OrMiJ Apple's M5 Chip Entering Mass Production - Larry https://t.ly/pmvw6 Apple Invites App - Larry https://t.ly/nAVSK, https://t.ly/Xv148

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment How Apple Invites works on Android - Joel https://t.ly/DhBaX Garmin Watches Bricked with Blue Triangle of Death - Joel https://t.ly/yIuC_ PebbleOS Running New Hardware after Source Code Drop - Chris https://t.ly/SmTuV

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon: Win11 Bug Updates Making things Worse - Chris https://t.ly/Uazcw MS Finally puts the Address Bar on the Bottom of Edge for Android & iOS - Joel https://t.ly/VyfAO

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Prevent your Mac Laptop from Turning on when Opening the Lid/Connecting to Power https://t.ly/8Bnpw To prevent startup when opening the lid or connecting to power: sudo nvram BootPreference=%00 To prevent startup only when opening the lid: sudo nvram BootPreference=%01 To prevent startup only when connecting to power: sudo nvram BootPreference=%02 To undo, type: sudo nvram -d BootPreference

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Vault Case Company - Vault Limited $49.99 https://t.ly/NZEFv

=============== Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 120 - When Nature Calls

Recorded Monday February 10, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment China Threatens App Store Probe in Retaliation to Tarrifs - Chris https://t.ly/OrMiJ Apple's M5 Chip Entering Mass Production - Larry https://t.ly/pmvw6 Apple Invites App - Larry https://t.ly/nAVSK, https://t.ly/Xv148

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment How Apple Invites works on Android - Joel https://t.ly/DhBaX Garmin Watches Bricked with Blue Triangle of Death - Joel https://t.ly/yIuC_ PebbleOS Running New Hardware after Source Code Drop - Chris https://t.ly/SmTuV

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon: Win11 Bug Updates Making things Worse - Chris https://t.ly/Uazcw MS Finally puts the Address Bar on the Bottom of Edge for Android & iOS - Joel https://t.ly/VyfAO

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Prevent your Mac Laptop from Turning on when Opening the Lid/Connecting to Power https://t.ly/8Bnpw To prevent startup when opening the lid or connecting to power: sudo nvram BootPreference=%00 To prevent startup only when opening the lid: sudo nvram BootPreference=%01 To prevent startup only when connecting to power: sudo nvram BootPreference=%02 To undo, type: sudo nvram -d BootPreference

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Vault Case Company - Vault Limited $49.99 https://t.ly/NZEFv

=============== Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4121 full 119 4 119 4 Episode 119 - Getting Tired of the Merry-Go-Round Episode 119 - Getting Tired of the Merry-Go-Round Ep. 119 - Getting Tired of the Merry-Go-Round. Larry’s on vacation. This week: UK's Competition Regulator is Investigating Apple and Google, again, Galaxy Unpacked, MS has Removed Thesaurus from Word (for Copilot). Join us for these & more. No No 6ae5641e-fca6-4bc3-a366-a0135309832f Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:03:06 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-119-getting-tired-of-the-merry-go-round The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 119 - Getting Tired of the Merry-Go-Round

Recorded Sunday January 26, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment UK's Competition Regulator is Investigating Apple and Google, again - Chris G. https://t.ly/rKbeQ Apple Expected to Release iOS 18.3 this Week - Joel https://t.ly/JGbrN Walmart STILL won't Accept Apple Pay - Joel https://t.ly/h40zN

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Galaxy Unpacked - Joel https://t.ly/Ez39G Are You Happy with Samsung's Phones? https://t.ly/C-uhP Samsung Trade in Discounts are Off the Chart https://t.ly/Dc47j Netflix Raising Prices, AGAIN! - Chris https://t.ly/KGVVB

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS has Removed Thesaurus from Word (in Favor of Copilot) - Chris https://t.ly/gQXp9 Smaller Surface Pro Coming this Spring - Chris G. https://t.ly/qC_wH Battery Percentage Coming to Win11 Task Bar - Chris https://t.ly/9uyuF Copilot's MS365 Icon is Near Impossible to Read on low Resolution Displays - Chris https://t.ly/Nj0SX

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Set up and use the Hearing Aid feature https://t.ly/JJ-Bd

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

SetApp https://www.setapp.com 1 Mac - 9.99 Mac + iOS - 12.99 (1 Mac, 4 iOS) Power User - 14.99 (4 Macs, 4 iOS)

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 119 - Getting Tired of the Merry-Go-Round

Recorded Sunday January 26, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment UK's Competition Regulator is Investigating Apple and Google, again - Chris G. https://t.ly/rKbeQ Apple Expected to Release iOS 18.3 this Week - Joel https://t.ly/JGbrN Walmart STILL won't Accept Apple Pay - Joel https://t.ly/h40zN

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Galaxy Unpacked - Joel https://t.ly/Ez39G Are You Happy with Samsung's Phones? https://t.ly/C-uhP Samsung Trade in Discounts are Off the Chart https://t.ly/Dc47j Netflix Raising Prices, AGAIN! - Chris https://t.ly/KGVVB

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS has Removed Thesaurus from Word (in Favor of Copilot) - Chris https://t.ly/gQXp9 Smaller Surface Pro Coming this Spring - Chris G. https://t.ly/qC_wH Battery Percentage Coming to Win11 Task Bar - Chris https://t.ly/9uyuF Copilot's MS365 Icon is Near Impossible to Read on low Resolution Displays - Chris https://t.ly/Nj0SX

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Set up and use the Hearing Aid feature https://t.ly/JJ-Bd

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

SetApp https://www.setapp.com 1 Mac - 9.99 Mac + iOS - 12.99 (1 Mac, 4 iOS) Power User - 14.99 (4 Macs, 4 iOS)

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6233 full 118 4 118 4 Episode 118 - We're OK 'cuz the Band's Still Playing Episode 118 - We're OK 'cuz the Band's Still Playing Ep. 118 - We're OK 'cuz the Band's Still Playing. This one is a little different. Its Just Chris G. & me. This week: The Tik-Tok Ban, First Look at Nintendo's Switch 2, & the MS Mistake-a-thon. Join us for these & more. No No 7251106a-20aa-4fd7-a8fb-130d3b7f50a9 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:07:25 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-118-were-ok-cuz-the-bands-still-playing The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 118 - We're OK 'cuz the Band's Still Playing

Recorded Sunday January 19, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Good evening Mr. and Mrs. North and South America and all the ships at sea ... let's go to press!" FLASH!! Tik-Tok Banned, Comes back to life! https://t.ly/hTr84 Trump Looking for ways to Extend the Deadline https://t.ly/CpqyN RedNote may Wall off US users to prevent influence on Chinese Citizens https://t.ly/5Rtc5 Redesigned Apple Mail Coming to MacOS https://t.ly/jhFN1 Little to no iPhone SE Inventory https://t.ly/nmc-s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment First Look at Nintendo's Switch 2 https://t.ly/hTwKJ Your Snapdragon Phone is FInally ready to be Your Laptop too. https://t.ly/AUQnr Android 16 Beta is On Schedule https://t.ly/wcNIK Android Auto Used By Fewer Drivers but YT Music is a hit in the car https://t.ly/Wu9Z_

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon: Copilot Rebranding https://t.ly/FNbWJ MS Mistake-a-thon: MS isn't what Android is https://t.ly/l6qZa MS 365 Subscription Price Goes up, Includes Allotment for Copilot https://t.ly/Sdsb2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

None this week due to limited co-hosts.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

None this week due to limited co-hosts.

======================= Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 118 - We're OK 'cuz the Band's Still Playing

Recorded Sunday January 19, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Good evening Mr. and Mrs. North and South America and all the ships at sea ... let's go to press!" FLASH!! Tik-Tok Banned, Comes back to life! https://t.ly/hTr84 Trump Looking for ways to Extend the Deadline https://t.ly/CpqyN RedNote may Wall off US users to prevent influence on Chinese Citizens https://t.ly/5Rtc5 Redesigned Apple Mail Coming to MacOS https://t.ly/jhFN1 Little to no iPhone SE Inventory https://t.ly/nmc-s

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment First Look at Nintendo's Switch 2 https://t.ly/hTwKJ Your Snapdragon Phone is FInally ready to be Your Laptop too. https://t.ly/AUQnr Android 16 Beta is On Schedule https://t.ly/wcNIK Android Auto Used By Fewer Drivers but YT Music is a hit in the car https://t.ly/Wu9Z_

Commercial Break Goes Here Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment MS Mistake-a-thon: Copilot Rebranding https://t.ly/FNbWJ MS Mistake-a-thon: MS isn't what Android is https://t.ly/l6qZa MS 365 Subscription Price Goes up, Includes Allotment for Copilot https://t.ly/Sdsb2

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

None this week due to limited co-hosts.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

None this week due to limited co-hosts.

======================= Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6058 full 117 4 117 4 Episode 117 - It's not for Old Farts Episode 117 - It's not for Old Farts Ep. 117 – It’s Not for Old Farts. We have a full crew! This week: iOS 18.3 Hints at a new Invites App, CES Just isn't the Same, and Win10 gets Full-Screen Ads on PCs that Can't Upgrade to Win11. Join us for these & more. No No be15bde9-84e1-4c36-9ac5-3df4de0db56d Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:12:50 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-117-its-not-for-old-farts The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 117 - It's not for Old Farts

Recorded Sunday January 12, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.3 Hints at a new Invites App - Chris https://t.ly/XOt3K M4 MBA - 4 New Features Coming Soon - Chris https://t.ly/6PSUR Meta Replacing Fact Checkers with Community Notes - The WH Made us do it - Chris https://t.ly/VhJBS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment CES Just isn't the Same - Joel https://t.ly/g9Z-n, https://t.ly/brgUU Intel's CEO Gets the Boot - Larry https://t.ly/VC9Sc Tik-Tok ban Heads to SCOTUS - Chris https://t.ly/74T9R Nvidia's Mini-Desktop Supercomputer can fit in your Bag - Larry https://t.ly/LaBl4 Nvidia may Enter the ARM Market Afterall - Joel https://t.ly/wmhih

Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal savings and income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Windows 10 gets Full Screen Ads on PCs that Can't Upgrade to Win11 - Larry https://t.ly/kJZV4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How to Create Automation to Reboot your iPhone - Chris https://t.ly/6HdTp

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Shozk Openrun Pro 2 $179.95 https://a.co/d/fSbMwiZ

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 117 - It's not for Old Farts

Recorded Sunday January 12, 2025 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.3 Hints at a new Invites App - Chris https://t.ly/XOt3K M4 MBA - 4 New Features Coming Soon - Chris https://t.ly/6PSUR Meta Replacing Fact Checkers with Community Notes - The WH Made us do it - Chris https://t.ly/VhJBS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment CES Just isn't the Same - Joel https://t.ly/g9Z-n, https://t.ly/brgUU Intel's CEO Gets the Boot - Larry https://t.ly/VC9Sc Tik-Tok ban Heads to SCOTUS - Chris https://t.ly/74T9R Nvidia's Mini-Desktop Supercomputer can fit in your Bag - Larry https://t.ly/LaBl4 Nvidia may Enter the ARM Market Afterall - Joel https://t.ly/wmhih

Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal savings and income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment Windows 10 gets Full Screen Ads on PCs that Can't Upgrade to Win11 - Larry https://t.ly/kJZV4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How to Create Automation to Reboot your iPhone - Chris https://t.ly/6HdTp

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Shozk Openrun Pro 2 $179.95 https://a.co/d/fSbMwiZ

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4833 full 116 4 116 4 Episode 116 - Bless Your Heart and Happy New Year Episode 116 - Bless Your Heart and Happy New Year Ep. 116 - Bless Your Heart and Happy New Year. We have a full crew! This week: iOS 18.2 Makes Camera Control a Killer Feature, AT&T's RTO Mandate is a Downsizing in Disguise, Win11 Security Bug Could Block Future Updates. Join us for these & more. No No 037ecf42-6767-4a47-8df4-7e3a618b348e Mon, 13 Jan 2025 20:49:31 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-116-bless-your-heart-and-happy-new-year The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 116 - Bless Your Heart and Happy New Year

Recorded Sunday January 5, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.2 Makes Camera Control the Killer Feature it was meant to be - Larry https://t.ly/DQp9a Ending the Google Partnership would Hamstring Apple - Chris G. https://t.ly/68L7d Camera & Health Features to be Added to AirPods - Joel https://t.ly/0scqT Apple May Have Halted Production of the Vision Pro - Larry https://t.ly/AFmGj

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment AT&T's RTO Mandate is a Downsizing in Disguise - Chris https://t.ly/4lHNM, https://t.ly/rPGTw Net Neutrality Eviserated by Appeals Court Ruling - Larry https://t.ly/x8IsJ ZDNet Calls elementaryOS 8 the Best Linux Distro of 2024 - Joel https://t.ly/GfAXJ

Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal savings and income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment New Windows 11 Security Bug Could Block Future Updates - Joel https://t.ly/JqAvE ESET Recommends Installing Linux if your Windows 10 PC won't Upgrade - Joel https://t.ly/VyPFI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How to Force Restart or Reset Your Apple Device https://t.ly/va7p5

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. Virtue Healing Oil $45.00 https://t.ly/6HdTp

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 116 - Bless Your Heart and Happy New Year

Recorded Sunday January 5, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.2 Makes Camera Control the Killer Feature it was meant to be - Larry https://t.ly/DQp9a Ending the Google Partnership would Hamstring Apple - Chris G. https://t.ly/68L7d Camera & Health Features to be Added to AirPods - Joel https://t.ly/0scqT Apple May Have Halted Production of the Vision Pro - Larry https://t.ly/AFmGj

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment AT&T's RTO Mandate is a Downsizing in Disguise - Chris https://t.ly/4lHNM, https://t.ly/rPGTw Net Neutrality Eviserated by Appeals Court Ruling - Larry https://t.ly/x8IsJ ZDNet Calls elementaryOS 8 the Best Linux Distro of 2024 - Joel https://t.ly/GfAXJ

Please become a contributing member of iTechGear.org. Give any amount on PayPal at chris@itechgear.org. Site fees and costs all come out of my personal savings and income. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Windows Segment New Windows 11 Security Bug Could Block Future Updates - Joel https://t.ly/JqAvE ESET Recommends Installing Linux if your Windows 10 PC won't Upgrade - Joel https://t.ly/VyPFI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

How to Force Restart or Reset Your Apple Device https://t.ly/va7p5

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. Virtue Healing Oil $45.00 https://t.ly/6HdTp

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6117 full 115 4 115 4 Episode 115 - Fun, Fluffy & Stupid Episode 115 - Fun, Fluffy & Stupid Ep. 115 - Fun, Fluffy and Stupid. We have a full crew! This week: Apple Rumorie Goodness, Introducing Android XR, a New Android OS, and MS says that Android 15 will make Windows Phone Link Worse. Join us for these & more. No No 91e7342c-0749-4672-a995-8974c332984e Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:16:34 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-115-fun-fluffy-stupid The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 115 - Fun, Fluffy and Stupid

Recorded Sunday December 15, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Rumorie Goodness Apple Air Port Likely being Revived - Chris G. https://t.ly/rp-_x Apple Working on Magic Mouse Redesign - Chris https://t.ly/MIdYu WSJ - iPhone 17 Air to be Cheaper than Expected - Chris G. https://t.ly/hJYa_ Apple AirTag Improvements Make them More Useful - Joel https://t.ly/_tulp iOS 18.2 Mail app is nice but... - Chris G. https://t.ly/1sjd-

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Introducing Android XR, a New Android OS - Joel https://t.ly/ckluH YouTubeTV Raising its Prices - Chris https://t.ly/bDoCE Appeals Court Upholds Tik-Tok Ban - Chris G. https://t.ly/nqfCp What's Happening with the DJI Ban - Joel https://t.ly/v7GPk, https://t.ly/w8GBC/, https://t.ly/_broJ

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS says that Android 15 will make Windows Phone Link Worse - Joel https://t.ly/1meNG Windows Recall may still Caputre Card Details even with the Sensitive Info Filter on - Chris https://t.ly/ZbPc9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Keyboard Shortcuts for the Linux Terminal https://t.ly/aNiUo

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 115 - Fun, Fluffy and Stupid

Recorded Sunday December 15, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple Rumorie Goodness Apple Air Port Likely being Revived - Chris G. https://t.ly/rp-_x Apple Working on Magic Mouse Redesign - Chris https://t.ly/MIdYu WSJ - iPhone 17 Air to be Cheaper than Expected - Chris G. https://t.ly/hJYa_ Apple AirTag Improvements Make them More Useful - Joel https://t.ly/_tulp iOS 18.2 Mail app is nice but... - Chris G. https://t.ly/1sjd-

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Introducing Android XR, a New Android OS - Joel https://t.ly/ckluH YouTubeTV Raising its Prices - Chris https://t.ly/bDoCE Appeals Court Upholds Tik-Tok Ban - Chris G. https://t.ly/nqfCp What's Happening with the DJI Ban - Joel https://t.ly/v7GPk, https://t.ly/w8GBC/, https://t.ly/_broJ

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS says that Android 15 will make Windows Phone Link Worse - Joel https://t.ly/1meNG Windows Recall may still Caputre Card Details even with the Sensitive Info Filter on - Chris https://t.ly/ZbPc9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Keyboard Shortcuts for the Linux Terminal https://t.ly/aNiUo

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5820 full 114 4 114 4 Episode 114 - I'm a Pimpin'... And I'm a Poohin' Episode 114 - I'm a Pimpin'... And I'm a Poohin' Ep. 114 - I'm a Pimpin'... And I'm a Poohin'. We have a full crew! This week: iOS 18.2 RC & GA Availability, Mobile Device Updates to Android 15 , Windows Recall is actually great. Join us for these & more. No No 83b9b8db-1d0b-4dba-b5ed-011b1f3d6856 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:11:31 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-114-im-a-pimpin-and-im-a-poohin The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 114 - I'm a Pimpin'... And I'm a Poohin'

Recorded Sunday December 8, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Currently the host of The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.2 RC and GA Availability - Larry https://t.ly/OR5uD What Gradually Went Away: A lot of Ports - Larry Everything to Expect from Apple in December - Larry https://t.ly/LvLYc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Mobile Device Updates to Android 15 - Chris G. OnePlus Open - NA Samsung S24 Series - OneUI 7 Beta Pixel Feature Update

Intel CEO Retires amidst Company Troubles - Chris G. https://t.ly/wMcL_ Are Gaming Handhelds a Good Computer Choice - Chris https://t.ly/CXR2l The DOJ is Dumb: Recommends Sale of Chrome & 5yr Market Ban - Joel https://t.ly/qYAxP AT&T to Shutdown Landline Service by 2029 - Chris https://t.ly/Oavv0

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Windows Recall is actually great - Larry https://t.ly/u5lWR MS Does NOT use your Data from MS365 to Train its AI Models - Joel https://t.ly/0-NGX

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Bring Back a Recently Closed Tab - CTRL-Shift-T or CMD-Shift-T

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Candy Shop Cocoa - $5.99 https://t.ly/mTFe7, https://t.ly/3FCCs

========== Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permissio...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 114 - I'm a Pimpin'... And I'm a Poohin'

Recorded Sunday December 8, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Currently the host of The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.2 RC and GA Availability - Larry https://t.ly/OR5uD What Gradually Went Away: A lot of Ports - Larry Everything to Expect from Apple in December - Larry https://t.ly/LvLYc

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Mobile Device Updates to Android 15 - Chris G. OnePlus Open - NA Samsung S24 Series - OneUI 7 Beta Pixel Feature Update

Intel CEO Retires amidst Company Troubles - Chris G. https://t.ly/wMcL_ Are Gaming Handhelds a Good Computer Choice - Chris https://t.ly/CXR2l The DOJ is Dumb: Recommends Sale of Chrome & 5yr Market Ban - Joel https://t.ly/qYAxP AT&T to Shutdown Landline Service by 2029 - Chris https://t.ly/Oavv0

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Windows Recall is actually great - Larry https://t.ly/u5lWR MS Does NOT use your Data from MS365 to Train its AI Models - Joel https://t.ly/0-NGX

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Bring Back a Recently Closed Tab - CTRL-Shift-T or CMD-Shift-T

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Candy Shop Cocoa - $5.99 https://t.ly/mTFe7, https://t.ly/3FCCs

========== Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permissio...]]> iTechGear.org false no 6753 full 113 4 113 4 Episode 113 - Just Stick with the Tech Thing Episode 113 - Just Stick with the Tech Thing Ep. 113 - Just Stick with the Tech Thing. We have a full crew! This week: iOS 18.1. Battery Life, Google Search is Officially a Monopoly, and MS Just Learned its Lesson about Over Charging for AI Features. Join us for these & more. No No 7fb49546-9ab1-4e28-9d0b-e05f1306784f Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:25:26 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-113-just-stick-with-the-tech-thing The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 113 - Just Stick with the Tech Thing

Recorded Sunday November 10, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.1. Battery Life - Larry https://t.ly/gtn3w Green Bubble Reactions now Show up Correctly in RCA Messages - Joel https://t.ly/gQBUw GM Really wants you to think you're Better off Without CarPlay - Chris G. https://t.ly/_2zLQ Cheaper Apple Vision Pro Delayed until 2027 - Chris G. https://t.ly/1UIPR, https://t.ly/ifAGa

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Search is Officially a Monopoly - Larry https://t.ly/zhrt9 Overheating is the #1 Reason for Pixel Returns - Joel https://t.ly/_792w Samsung Seems to be Serious about a Tri-Fold Phone - Joel https://t.ly/spPm5

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Just Learned its Lesson about Over Charging for AI Features - Larry https://t.ly/5VRa3 According to MS Staffers, the new Copilot Updates are a Step backwards - Chris G. https://t.ly/VDFf_ Windows Mail, Calendar & People Stop Working on 12/31 - Chris https://t.ly/RbwkS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Reuse the previous command in present command with !!

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Bespoke Post Settle Box $49.00 https://t.ly/ZTtyR

============= Copyright...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 113 - Just Stick with the Tech Thing

Recorded Sunday November 10, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iOS 18.1. Battery Life - Larry https://t.ly/gtn3w Green Bubble Reactions now Show up Correctly in RCA Messages - Joel https://t.ly/gQBUw GM Really wants you to think you're Better off Without CarPlay - Chris G. https://t.ly/_2zLQ Cheaper Apple Vision Pro Delayed until 2027 - Chris G. https://t.ly/1UIPR, https://t.ly/ifAGa

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Search is Officially a Monopoly - Larry https://t.ly/zhrt9 Overheating is the #1 Reason for Pixel Returns - Joel https://t.ly/_792w Samsung Seems to be Serious about a Tri-Fold Phone - Joel https://t.ly/spPm5

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Just Learned its Lesson about Over Charging for AI Features - Larry https://t.ly/5VRa3 According to MS Staffers, the new Copilot Updates are a Step backwards - Chris G. https://t.ly/VDFf_ Windows Mail, Calendar & People Stop Working on 12/31 - Chris https://t.ly/RbwkS

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Reuse the previous command in present command with !!

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Bespoke Post Settle Box $49.00 https://t.ly/ZTtyR

============= Copyright...]]> iTechGear.org false no 7227 full 112 4 112 4 Episode 112 - Help! I've Fallen Back and can't get Up! Episode 112 - Help! I've Fallen Back and can't get Up! Ep. 112 - Help! I've Fallen Back & can't I get Up! Larry is back! This week: Apple's Exciting Week of M4, Anthropic warns of AI Catastrophe in 18 Months, & MS hints at the Future of Surface with Wearable AI. Join us for these & more. No No ecac6748-e819-428e-bda6-77b2d1356ee3 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:04:42 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-112-help-ive-fallen-back-and-cant-get-up The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 112 - Help! I've Fallen Back and I can't get Up!

Recorded Sunday November 03, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Exciting Week of M4 - Larry https://t.ly/Jhhqu, https://t.ly/XSN42 Apple won't Learn from its Mistakes - Chris https://t.ly/5GpeS Apple Should Bring Aperture Back after Pixelmator Acquisition - Larry https://t.ly/hkyxe Apple Intelligence brings better smart replies to Mail - Chris G. https://t.ly/I0gcF

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Anthropic warns of AI Catastrophe in 18 Months if the Government doesn't Regulate - Chris https://t.ly/BqZhZ Your Tesla can now Run Android - Joel https://t.ly/ih3_r Android 16 Coming in Q2 2025 - Joel https://t.ly/8Gtq2

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS hints at the Future of Surface with Wearable AI - Joel https://t.ly/wsLns

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Easily Bypass the need for a Microsoft Account - Larry

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition - $279.99 https://t.ly/X0Fti

======= Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 112 - Help! I've Fallen Back and I can't get Up!

Recorded Sunday November 03, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Exciting Week of M4 - Larry https://t.ly/Jhhqu, https://t.ly/XSN42 Apple won't Learn from its Mistakes - Chris https://t.ly/5GpeS Apple Should Bring Aperture Back after Pixelmator Acquisition - Larry https://t.ly/hkyxe Apple Intelligence brings better smart replies to Mail - Chris G. https://t.ly/I0gcF

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Anthropic warns of AI Catastrophe in 18 Months if the Government doesn't Regulate - Chris https://t.ly/BqZhZ Your Tesla can now Run Android - Joel https://t.ly/ih3_r Android 16 Coming in Q2 2025 - Joel https://t.ly/8Gtq2

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS hints at the Future of Surface with Wearable AI - Joel https://t.ly/wsLns

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Easily Bypass the need for a Microsoft Account - Larry

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris G. Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition - $279.99 https://t.ly/X0Fti

======= Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5365 full 111 4 111 4 Episode 111 - If you have to Resort to a Turtle Suit, Something's not Right Episode 111 - If you have to Resort to a Turtle Suit, Something's not Right Ep. 111 –If you have to Resort to a Turtle Suit, Something's not Right. Larry is out . This week: Apple's Exciting Week of M4, ARM Cancels Qualcomm's License, & MS having Issues with its $80k/unit HoloLens Army Contract. Join us for these & more. No No 9f74a9df-77e1-44a3-8bb6-68346fea1059 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 23:44:06 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-111-if-you-have-to-resort-to-a-turtle-suit-somethings-not-right The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 111 - If you have to Resort to a Turtle Suit, Something's not Right

Recorded Sunday October 27, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Exciting Week of M4 - Larry https://t.ly/te92z, https://t.ly/fGL9u Apple testing Blood Sugar App - Chris G. https://t.ly/S4okK Apple stopping Vision Pro Production ? - Joel https://t.ly/zeisp

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment ARM Cancels Qualcomm's License, Endangering its Chip Business - Joel https://t.ly/ki92x T-Mo Gives up on 5G mmW Spectrum - Joel https://t.ly/mpCLe Google Will ID Photos Modified with AI - Larry https://t.ly/EsWr-

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS having Issues with its $80k/unit Hololense Army Contract - Chris G. https://t.ly/hTHx_ MS Fixes 9GB Win11 24H2 Bug - Chris G. https://t.ly/J3nIT The Partnership between MS and OpenAI shows Signs of Stress - Larry https://t.ly/TOFjn

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Running Multiple Linux Commands in a Single Line

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris ScoreCloud Song Writer - Free to $20/month https://t.ly/xXTkE

=============== Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 111 - If you have to Resort to a Turtle Suit, Something's not Right

Recorded Sunday October 27, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple's Exciting Week of M4 - Larry https://t.ly/te92z, https://t.ly/fGL9u Apple testing Blood Sugar App - Chris G. https://t.ly/S4okK Apple stopping Vision Pro Production ? - Joel https://t.ly/zeisp

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment ARM Cancels Qualcomm's License, Endangering its Chip Business - Joel https://t.ly/ki92x T-Mo Gives up on 5G mmW Spectrum - Joel https://t.ly/mpCLe Google Will ID Photos Modified with AI - Larry https://t.ly/EsWr-

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS having Issues with its $80k/unit Hololense Army Contract - Chris G. https://t.ly/hTHx_ MS Fixes 9GB Win11 24H2 Bug - Chris G. https://t.ly/J3nIT The Partnership between MS and OpenAI shows Signs of Stress - Larry https://t.ly/TOFjn

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Running Multiple Linux Commands in a Single Line

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris ScoreCloud Song Writer - Free to $20/month https://t.ly/xXTkE

=============== Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [...]]> iTechGear.org false no 3970 full 110 4 110 4 Episode 110 - He Ain't Shootin' RAW Episode 110 - He Ain't Shootin' RAW Ep. 110 – He Aint Shootin’ RAW! We’ve got a full crew! This week we discuss: The New Apple iPad Mini, the pending Google Reorg, and What to know about Intel's Panther Lake and new Partnership. Join us for these topics & more. No No 3616c8a1-35aa-4281-bb50-25dddcfc4525 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 22:57:22 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-110-he-aint-shootin-raw The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 110 - He Ain't Shootin' RAW

Recorded Sunday October 20, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The New Apple iPad Mini - Joel https://t.ly/eHT8N Are Physical Keyboards (for phones) still a Thing? - Larry https://t.ly/nj2ue iPhone 16 Pros face Random Freezes and Restarts - Chris https://t.ly/0HvyI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Reorg - Chris https://t.ly/arQCc The New Kindle Color Soft - Joel https://t.ly/O67sF Google Play Store Monopoly Changes on Administrative Hold - Chris G. https://t.ly/ix0YL

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment What to know about Intel's Panther Lake and new Partnership - Larry https://t.ly/onsIW, https://t.ly/mlI2F Unexpected Value in Copilot+ - Chris G.

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Get Rid of 24H2's 9GB of Update Files - Chris G.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Galaxy Tab A9+ (It will make sense when I talk about it) - $219.99 https://t.ly/7d_93

============ Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 110 - He Ain't Shootin' RAW

Recorded Sunday October 20, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment The New Apple iPad Mini - Joel https://t.ly/eHT8N Are Physical Keyboards (for phones) still a Thing? - Larry https://t.ly/nj2ue iPhone 16 Pros face Random Freezes and Restarts - Chris https://t.ly/0HvyI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Reorg - Chris https://t.ly/arQCc The New Kindle Color Soft - Joel https://t.ly/O67sF Google Play Store Monopoly Changes on Administrative Hold - Chris G. https://t.ly/ix0YL

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment What to know about Intel's Panther Lake and new Partnership - Larry https://t.ly/onsIW, https://t.ly/mlI2F Unexpected Value in Copilot+ - Chris G.

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Get Rid of 24H2's 9GB of Update Files - Chris G.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Galaxy Tab A9+ (It will make sense when I talk about it) - $219.99 https://t.ly/7d_93

============ Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4940 full 109 4 109 4 Episode 109 - Rip it Real Good Episode 109 - Rip it Real Good Ep. 109 - Rip it Real Good! Chris G. is back from his walk-about. This week we discuss: How Does Today's AI Actually Work, MS may Acquire OpenAI by 2027, and Win11 24H2 Leaves behind 9GB of Undeletable Files. Join us for these topics & more. No No f782aec9-b8d1-46ce-8a8e-7acb65c78bde Thu, 12 Dec 2024 22:39:05 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-109-rip-it-real-good The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 109 - Rip it Real Good

Recorded Sunday October 13, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment How Does Today's AI Actually Work (& why can't I copyright what I create?) - Chris https://t.ly/B7mIR Apple Now Allowing you to Change your Apple ID email Address - Larry https://t.ly/vSlF3 Apple looking for Tech Uniqueness before Entering the Foldables Market - Chris https://t.ly/VuPPt

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment OpenAI Might be on the MS Acquisition list by 2027 - Joel https://t.ly/yQU9V Wayback Machine Breach affects 31M People - Joel https://t.ly/m72R3

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Win11 24H2 Leaves behind 9GB of Undeletable Files - Larry https://t.ly/tDTA3, https://t.ly/9ARgi MS Kills off the Surface Duo Line - Chris https://t.ly/6_a43 You'll have to Throw Away your PC if you can't Upgrade to Win11 - Joel https://t.ly/iAybg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

======= Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 109 - Rip it Real Good

Recorded Sunday October 13, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment How Does Today's AI Actually Work (& why can't I copyright what I create?) - Chris https://t.ly/B7mIR Apple Now Allowing you to Change your Apple ID email Address - Larry https://t.ly/vSlF3 Apple looking for Tech Uniqueness before Entering the Foldables Market - Chris https://t.ly/VuPPt

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment OpenAI Might be on the MS Acquisition list by 2027 - Joel https://t.ly/yQU9V Wayback Machine Breach affects 31M People - Joel https://t.ly/m72R3

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Win11 24H2 Leaves behind 9GB of Undeletable Files - Larry https://t.ly/tDTA3, https://t.ly/9ARgi MS Kills off the Surface Duo Line - Chris https://t.ly/6_a43 You'll have to Throw Away your PC if you can't Upgrade to Win11 - Joel https://t.ly/iAybg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

======= Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4642 full 108 4 108 4 Episode 108 - I'm doin' the Thing Episode 108 - I'm doin' the Thing Ep. 108 - I'm doin' the Thing! Chris G. is still out and about. This week: iPhone 16 Pro First Impressions, Intel rejects Qualcomm’s takeover bid, and Copilot+ PCs are here, but does anyone care? Join us for these topics & more. No No 6861504d-64bd-4970-bf31-6b4f076ac8f5 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:13:26 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-108-im-doin-the-thing The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 108 - I'm doin' the Thing

Recorded Sunday October 6, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone 16 Pro First Impressions - Larry iOS 18.1 Release is 10/28 Is the iPhone 16 Series over the Pro Series Best for Most? - Larry https://t.ly/DF3YI Meta is Crushing Innovation vs. Apple - Chris https://t.ly/Ts3gC Is iOS 18 Limiting Screen Refresh to 80Hz? - Joel https://t.ly/YK6_4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Intel Rejects Take-Over Bid - Chris https://t.ly/emGV7 91% of Polled Amazon Workers Unhappy with Return to Office - Joel https://t.ly/_PtRH Has Someone Finally Made a Real Apple TV Competitor? - Larry https://t.ly/2nsWX You Can't Copyright AI Generated Material - Chris https://t.ly/n2RAk

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Copilot + PCs are here, but does anyone care? - Larry https://t.ly/mZpLd MS Announces Sweeping Changes to Windows Recall - Chris https://t.ly/1U_wL Is OneDrive Messing with your Files? - Joel https://t.ly/wqtyX MS Cracks Down on Win11 Upgrades for Incompatible PC's - Chris https://t.ly/t4Wk4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Enable Two/Multi Factor Authentication

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry RainBird LNK2 WiFi Module https://t.ly/QlAXB

...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 108 - I'm doin' the Thing

Recorded Sunday October 6, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPhone 16 Pro First Impressions - Larry iOS 18.1 Release is 10/28 Is the iPhone 16 Series over the Pro Series Best for Most? - Larry https://t.ly/DF3YI Meta is Crushing Innovation vs. Apple - Chris https://t.ly/Ts3gC Is iOS 18 Limiting Screen Refresh to 80Hz? - Joel https://t.ly/YK6_4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Intel Rejects Take-Over Bid - Chris https://t.ly/emGV7 91% of Polled Amazon Workers Unhappy with Return to Office - Joel https://t.ly/_PtRH Has Someone Finally Made a Real Apple TV Competitor? - Larry https://t.ly/2nsWX You Can't Copyright AI Generated Material - Chris https://t.ly/n2RAk

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Copilot + PCs are here, but does anyone care? - Larry https://t.ly/mZpLd MS Announces Sweeping Changes to Windows Recall - Chris https://t.ly/1U_wL Is OneDrive Messing with your Files? - Joel https://t.ly/wqtyX MS Cracks Down on Win11 Upgrades for Incompatible PC's - Chris https://t.ly/t4Wk4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Enable Two/Multi Factor Authentication

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry RainBird LNK2 WiFi Module https://t.ly/QlAXB

...]]> iTechGear.org false no 4728 full 107 4 107 4 Episode 107 - If it’s a procedure that works, Follow it Consistently! Episode 107 - If it’s a procedure that works, Follow it Consistently! Ep. 107 - If it’s a procedure that works, Follow it Consistently! This week: EU Compels iOS Interoperability improvements, Google working on Android & iOS RCS Encryption, & Qualcomm wants to Acquire Intel. Join us for these topics & more. No No b62d7a6d-90c5-4cb7-8f96-8755e3afedb0 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 22:41:07 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-107-if-its-a-procedure-that-works-follow-it-consistently The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 107 - If it’s a procedure that works, Follow it Consistantly!

Recorded Sunday September 22, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment EU Compels Apple to Improve iOS Interoperability - Larry https://t.ly/5kQUC iPhone 16 to be Assembled in Brazil as well as China and India - Larry https://t.ly/W0-E5 iPadOS 18 Pulled or M4 iPad Pro Users due to Bricked Devices - Larry https://t.ly/CBIVQ How to Manage your iOS Account from Anywhere - Chris https://t.ly/YB5Pq

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google working on RCS Encryption between Android and iPhone - Joel https://t.ly/ZPSSv

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby
of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Qualcomm wants to Acquire Intel as PCs Switch to ARM - Larry https://t.ly/qG24o MS says that ChatGPT isn't Better than Copilot. You're using it Wrong - Chris https://t.ly/sE0F3 Copilot Wave 2 is Here - Joel https://t.ly/B6lan MS on Mac have a Security Hole that Won't get Fixed Soon - Joel https://t.ly/pMcBt

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry (Chris to do) Use Strong Passwords

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Cirkul 40oz All-Day StrawSip Double-Wall Insulated Stainless Steel Tumbler with Handle $24.88 https://t.ly/L0CpZ

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplica...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 107 - If it’s a procedure that works, Follow it Consistantly!

Recorded Sunday September 22, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment EU Compels Apple to Improve iOS Interoperability - Larry https://t.ly/5kQUC iPhone 16 to be Assembled in Brazil as well as China and India - Larry https://t.ly/W0-E5 iPadOS 18 Pulled or M4 iPad Pro Users due to Bricked Devices - Larry https://t.ly/CBIVQ How to Manage your iOS Account from Anywhere - Chris https://t.ly/YB5Pq

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google working on RCS Encryption between Android and iPhone - Joel https://t.ly/ZPSSv

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby
of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Qualcomm wants to Acquire Intel as PCs Switch to ARM - Larry https://t.ly/qG24o MS says that ChatGPT isn't Better than Copilot. You're using it Wrong - Chris https://t.ly/sE0F3 Copilot Wave 2 is Here - Joel https://t.ly/B6lan MS on Mac have a Security Hole that Won't get Fixed Soon - Joel https://t.ly/pMcBt

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry (Chris to do) Use Strong Passwords

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Cirkul 40oz All-Day StrawSip Double-Wall Insulated Stainless Steel Tumbler with Handle $24.88 https://t.ly/L0CpZ

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplica...]]> iTechGear.org false no 6143 full 106 4 106 4 Episode 106 - Google Drive or Else! Episode 106 - Google Drive or Else! Ep. 106 - Google Drive or Else! This week, we discuss Using AirPods Pro 2 as a Hearing Aid is better than OTC, Pixel 9 Pro XL in the House, and Intel Could Lose Billions. Join us for these topics & more. No No 64b0a911-3f18-41c6-a28b-99638d60960b Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:27:48 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-106-google-drive-or-else The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 106 - Google Drive or Else!

Recorded Sunday September 15, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Using AirPods Pro 2 as a Hearing Aid is better than OTC - Larry https://t.ly/KHiGk FDA Approves APP Hearing Aid Features - Joel https://t.ly/6jPyT Apple Intelligence Features to roll out in this order between iOS 18.1 and 18.4 - Chris https://t.ly/_-ADu

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Pixel 9 Pro XL in the House - Joel Is there a Use Case for a Tri-Fold Phone? - Joel https://t.ly/tf-29 Google to let users Create a Digital ID in Wallet from their Passport - Chris https://t.ly/UfQPD

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Intel Could Lose Billlions - Chris https://t.ly/5ePsb Microsoft Confesses it Broke Windows - Larry https://t.ly/jvClA Win11 Strikes Again with Ads that can't be Disabled - Larry https://t.ly/b8v-w

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 106 - Google Drive or Else!

Recorded Sunday September 15, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Using AirPods Pro 2 as a Hearing Aid is better than OTC - Larry https://t.ly/KHiGk FDA Approves APP Hearing Aid Features - Joel https://t.ly/6jPyT Apple Intelligence Features to roll out in this order between iOS 18.1 and 18.4 - Chris https://t.ly/_-ADu

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Pixel 9 Pro XL in the House - Joel Is there a Use Case for a Tri-Fold Phone? - Joel https://t.ly/tf-29 Google to let users Create a Digital ID in Wallet from their Passport - Chris https://t.ly/UfQPD

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Windows Segment Intel Could Lose Billlions - Chris https://t.ly/5ePsb Microsoft Confesses it Broke Windows - Larry https://t.ly/jvClA Win11 Strikes Again with Ads that can't be Disabled - Larry https://t.ly/b8v-w

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 6128 full 105 3 105 3 Episode 105 - WE are NOT Designed for Apple Intelligence Episode 105 - WE are NOT Designed for Apple Intelligence Ep. 105 – WE are NOT Designed for Apple Intelligence. This week, we discuss all the fun new things announced at Apple’s GlowTime Event, including Apple Watch, AirPods, Apple Intelligence & iPhone 16. Join us for these topics & more. No No 7ea8001e-5a63-4dea-a88c-a9f459cf684b Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:48:15 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-105-we-are-not-designed-for-apple-intelligence Episode 105 - WE are NOT Made for Apple Intelligence

Recorded September 9,2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment GlowTime iPhone Event - Chris and All https://www.apple.com/apple-events/ Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 2/watchOS 11 AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 2 Firmware Update, AirPods Max Colors and USB-C connector Apple OS Day - 9/16 (a week from the day of the Event) will see all updates but visionOS released iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max

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Mobile/ Linux Segment N/A

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Windows Segment N/A

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N/A

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N/A

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]]> Episode 105 - WE are NOT Made for Apple Intelligence

Recorded September 9,2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment GlowTime iPhone Event - Chris and All https://www.apple.com/apple-events/ Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 2/watchOS 11 AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 2 Firmware Update, AirPods Max Colors and USB-C connector Apple OS Day - 9/16 (a week from the day of the Event) will see all updates but visionOS released iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max

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Mobile/ Linux Segment N/A

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Windows Segment N/A

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N/A

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

N/A

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 4561 full 104 3 104 3 Episode 104 - I like Big Phones (& I Cannot Lie) Episode 104 - I like Big Phones (& I Cannot Lie) Ep. 104 - I Like Big Phones (& I Cannot Lie). This week, we discuss typing these 4 Characters can Crash your iPhone, Google's Current Phone Line Up is a Mess, & MS is Killing Control Panel SOMETIME in the future. Join us for these topics & more. No No 54141aad-39ec-46f7-915b-d85fc1bb7a7e Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:31:05 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-104-i-like-big-phones-i-cannot-lie The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 104 - I Like Big Phones (and I Cannot Lie)

Recorded Sunday August 25, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Typing these 4 Characters can Crash your iPhone - Joel https://t.ly/7Vr9e Meta Cancels its Vision Pro Competitor - Larry https://t.ly/zXwnx iPhone Event Expected September 10 - Chris https://t.ly/MKc45

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Google's Current Phone Line Up is a Mess - Joel https://t.ly/1p7eX Finding the Right Case for your New Device - Chris X Staff can have their Stock Options if they can Prove to Elon tht they Deserve it - Joel https://t.ly/yg5Tk Happy Birthday to Linux - Joel https://t.ly/rKM7X

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

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With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS is Killing Control Panel, SOMETIME in the future - Chris https://t.ly/LaLGI Windows Recall is still Coming & will be Available to try in October - Chris https://t.ly/L3_E2 MS Waves Goodbye to Underwater Data Centers - Larry https://t.ly/_LmAE

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Switch Back to the Last Working Directory in Linux

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
22mm Quick Release Spring Bar Pins https://t.ly/52nzh

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This podcast is h...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 104 - I Like Big Phones (and I Cannot Lie)

Recorded Sunday August 25, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Typing these 4 Characters can Crash your iPhone - Joel https://t.ly/7Vr9e Meta Cancels its Vision Pro Competitor - Larry https://t.ly/zXwnx iPhone Event Expected September 10 - Chris https://t.ly/MKc45

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google's Current Phone Line Up is a Mess - Joel https://t.ly/1p7eX Finding the Right Case for your New Device - Chris X Staff can have their Stock Options if they can Prove to Elon tht they Deserve it - Joel https://t.ly/yg5Tk Happy Birthday to Linux - Joel https://t.ly/rKM7X

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS is Killing Control Panel, SOMETIME in the future - Chris https://t.ly/LaLGI Windows Recall is still Coming & will be Available to try in October - Chris https://t.ly/L3_E2 MS Waves Goodbye to Underwater Data Centers - Larry https://t.ly/_LmAE

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Switch Back to the Last Working Directory in Linux

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
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This podcast is h...]]> iTechGear.org false no 4633 full 103 3 103 3 Episode 103 - Its More of a Concept than a Reality Episode 103 - Its More of a Concept than a Reality Ep. 10 3 – It’s More of a Concept than a Reality. This week, we discuss macOS Sequoia will Prompt Monthly, not Weekly, the Google Pixel Event, and MS Temporarily stops Intrusive Win11 ads after Constant Backlash. Join us for these topics & more. No No b0d720ce-f78e-4a50-82f9-68a9ab41cf5e Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:33:25 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-103-its-more-of-a-concept-than-a-reality The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 103 - It's More of a Concept than a Reality

Recorded Sunday August 18, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment macOS Sequoia will Prompt Monthly, not Weekly - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/14/macos-sequoia-screen-recording-prompt-monthly/ Apple Intelligence is more of a Concept than a Reality - Chris https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/13/apple-intelligence-concept-reality/ DoJ's China Links are Overblown says Tik-Tok - Chris G. https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/08/16/tiktok-says-dojs-china-link-claims-are-overblown

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Pixel Event - Joel https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/live/made-by-google-august-2024-event-live-blog Google Jabs at Apple During the Pixel Event - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/14/google-jabs-at-apple/ Android Auto adds Google Assistant UI during Voice Interactions - Joel https://9to5google.com/2024/08/17/android-auto-google-assistant-siri-redesign/

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Temporarily stops Intrusive Win11 ads after Constant Backlash - Chris G. https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/microsoft-temporarily-pumps-the-brakes-on-its-intrusive-windows-11-ads-after-receiving-constant-backlash-from-windows-10-users

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Hide Your Notifications from Inquiring Minds

The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 103 - It's More of a Concept than a Reality

Recorded Sunday August 18, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment macOS Sequoia will Prompt Monthly, not Weekly - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/14/macos-sequoia-screen-recording-prompt-monthly/ Apple Intelligence is more of a Concept than a Reality - Chris https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/13/apple-intelligence-concept-reality/ DoJ's China Links are Overblown says Tik-Tok - Chris G. https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/08/16/tiktok-says-dojs-china-link-claims-are-overblown

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Pixel Event - Joel https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/live/made-by-google-august-2024-event-live-blog Google Jabs at Apple During the Pixel Event - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/14/google-jabs-at-apple/ Android Auto adds Google Assistant UI during Voice Interactions - Joel https://9to5google.com/2024/08/17/android-auto-google-assistant-siri-redesign/

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Temporarily stops Intrusive Win11 ads after Constant Backlash - Chris G. https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/microsoft-temporarily-pumps-the-brakes-on-its-intrusive-windows-11-ads-after-receiving-constant-backlash-from-windows-10-users

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Hide Your Notifications from Inquiring Minds

iTechGear.org false no 5185 full 102 3 102 3 Episode 102 - Microsoft Can't Give it Away Episode 102 - Microsoft Can't Give it Away Ep. 102 - Microsoft Can't Give it Away. This week, we discuss Apple says "Hell No" to Bing, MS offeried it for Free, Dell Laying off 12,500 Employees, Totaling 24.5k in 15 mos, and MS Returning to Mixed Reality. Join us for these topics & more. No No 82e9d962-a065-40e7-92a7-be0290a3d7a5 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:49:32 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-102-microsoft-cant-give-it-away The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 102 - Microsoft Can't Give it Away

Recorded Sunday August 11, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple says "Hell No"to Bing, MS offered it for Free - Larry https://t.ly/43ZHf Apple Might Charge Extra for Apple Intelligence Features, but not soon - Joel https://t.ly/245mG Apple Makes DMA Changes, Epic & Spotify Cry Foul - Chris https://t.ly/78tAx Apple Vision on Track for Next Year - Chris https://t.ly/y7o20

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Dell Laying off 12,500 Employees, Total now 24,500 in 15 months - Larry https://t.ly/jBrby X is Leaving SF & it wasn't the poop that Drove them Out - Chris https://t.ly/Q-r8m 2.9B hit in Large Data Breach - Larry https://t.ly/LiGVZ

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Returning to Mixed Reality? - Chris https://t.ly/vzwlO Logitech says Subcrption Mouse isn't a Real Product - Joel https://t.ly/8ZoPU

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Save your eyes at night with Night Shift

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Osprey Stratos 24L Men's Hiking Backpack, Poinsettia Red $174.97 https://t.ly/XCuev

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Recorded Sunday August 11, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple says "Hell No"to Bing, MS offered it for Free - Larry https://t.ly/43ZHf Apple Might Charge Extra for Apple Intelligence Features, but not soon - Joel https://t.ly/245mG Apple Makes DMA Changes, Epic & Spotify Cry Foul - Chris https://t.ly/78tAx Apple Vision on Track for Next Year - Chris https://t.ly/y7o20

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Dell Laying off 12,500 Employees, Total now 24,500 in 15 months - Larry https://t.ly/jBrby X is Leaving SF & it wasn't the poop that Drove them Out - Chris https://t.ly/Q-r8m 2.9B hit in Large Data Breach - Larry https://t.ly/LiGVZ

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Returning to Mixed Reality? - Chris https://t.ly/vzwlO Logitech says Subcrption Mouse isn't a Real Product - Joel https://t.ly/8ZoPU

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Save your eyes at night with Night Shift

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Osprey Stratos 24L Men's Hiking Backpack, Poinsettia Red $174.97 https://t.ly/XCuev

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] ( iTechGear.org false no 6030 full 101 3 101 3 Episode 101 - Creepy Epic Failures Episode 101 - Creepy Epic Failures Ep. 101 – Creepy Epic Failures Larry is out this week. This week, we discuss New Photos App in iOS 18, Intel Cuts 15,000 Jobs, Delta CEO Calls Windows Platform "Fragile.” Join us for these topics & more. No No 76e4924f-25a7-4ff2-b0a7-eda44df02244 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:19:58 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-101-creepy-epic-failures The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 101 - Creepy Epic Failures

Recorded Sunday August 4, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment New Photos App in iOS 18 - Chris G. Apple Returns to Growth, Wall Street Pleased - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/08/01/apples-third-quarter-2024-results-show-return-to-growth-with-wall-street-beat Epic CEO Calls Apple's Find My is Creepy - Chris G. https://www.macrumors.com/2024/07/30/tim-sweeney-find-my-creepy-surveillance-tech/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Intel Cuts 15,000 Jobs - Chris G. https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/02/15000-intel-job-cuts/ Everything Wrong with AI - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSSoArmKtO8&ab_channel=gabibelle Galaxy Fold 6 and Jerryrig Everything - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScH9bCyqJ6s&ab_channel=JerryRigEverything

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Delta CEO Calls Windows Platform "Fragile" - Chris https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/delta-ceo-says-microsoft-is-probably-the-most-fragile-platform MS 365 Goes Down Again - Chris https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-is-down-again/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.
Chris How to Create a Template in Word 365

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually u...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 101 - Creepy Epic Failures

Recorded Sunday August 4, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment New Photos App in iOS 18 - Chris G. Apple Returns to Growth, Wall Street Pleased - Chris https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/08/01/apples-third-quarter-2024-results-show-return-to-growth-with-wall-street-beat Epic CEO Calls Apple's Find My is Creepy - Chris G. https://www.macrumors.com/2024/07/30/tim-sweeney-find-my-creepy-surveillance-tech/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Intel Cuts 15,000 Jobs - Chris G. https://9to5mac.com/2024/08/02/15000-intel-job-cuts/ Everything Wrong with AI - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSSoArmKtO8&ab_channel=gabibelle Galaxy Fold 6 and Jerryrig Everything - Joel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScH9bCyqJ6s&ab_channel=JerryRigEverything

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Delta CEO Calls Windows Platform "Fragile" - Chris https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/delta-ceo-says-microsoft-is-probably-the-most-fragile-platform MS 365 Goes Down Again - Chris https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-is-down-again/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.
Chris How to Create a Template in Word 365

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually u...]]> iTechGear.org false no 4258 full 100 3 100 3 Episode 100 - 3 Digits In Episode 100 - 3 Digits In Ep. 100 – Three Digits In. Chris G. is on extended leave. This week, Are the Guard Rails Going Up?, Raspberry Pi 5 is now Mainstream, MBA vs Surface Laptop 7. Join us for these topics & more. No No 08c3a512-dad0-466b-81e6-58b21050a8b4 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 20:30:16 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-100-3-digits-in The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 100 - 3 Digits In

Recorded Sunday July 28, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Are the Guard Rails Going Up? - Chris https://t.ly/1tDY6 Spain Now Investigating Apple's App Store - Chris https://t.ly/bVNxt

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Raspberry Pi 5 is now Mainstream - Chris G. https://t.ly/9r5HG T-Mobile Class Action Lawsuit - Chris G. https://t.ly/jD4vt GF6 and OnePlus open Head to Head - Chris https://t.ly/NxuZz Did Google Purposely Hobble the Pixel 9 Fold Camera? Joel https://t.ly/49TDy

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MBA vs Surface Laptop 7 - Larry https://t.ly/Krty4 Windows on ARM is enabling the introduction of COMPELLING Hardware - Larry https://t.ly/ZdNGb, https://t.ly/RDBSY MS Plans to make Windows Security more Mac Like, Post Crowdstrike - Chris G. https://t.ly/XVE62

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris G.
How to work with Paragraph Marks in Word for iOS

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
YTT Touchscreen Mist Cleaner $7.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MB8P28S?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Dupl...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 100 - 3 Digits In

Recorded Sunday July 28, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Are the Guard Rails Going Up? - Chris https://t.ly/1tDY6 Spain Now Investigating Apple's App Store - Chris https://t.ly/bVNxt

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Raspberry Pi 5 is now Mainstream - Chris G. https://t.ly/9r5HG T-Mobile Class Action Lawsuit - Chris G. https://t.ly/jD4vt GF6 and OnePlus open Head to Head - Chris https://t.ly/NxuZz Did Google Purposely Hobble the Pixel 9 Fold Camera? Joel https://t.ly/49TDy

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MBA vs Surface Laptop 7 - Larry https://t.ly/Krty4 Windows on ARM is enabling the introduction of COMPELLING Hardware - Larry https://t.ly/ZdNGb, https://t.ly/RDBSY MS Plans to make Windows Security more Mac Like, Post Crowdstrike - Chris G. https://t.ly/XVE62

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris G.
How to work with Paragraph Marks in Word for iOS

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
YTT Touchscreen Mist Cleaner $7.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MB8P28S?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Dupl...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5869 full 99 3 99 3 Episode 99 - It's Really NOT Microsoft's Fault, Kids Episode 99 - It's Really NOT Microsoft's Fault, Kids Ep. 99 – It’s Really NOT MS Fault, Kids. This week, we discuss our M4 iPad Review, Garmin Smartwatch in the house, the Global Crowdstrike outage. Join us for these topics & more. No No fbfdb99b-adc0-4cad-8dae-107b04e73473 Wed, 24 Jul 2024 01:11:37 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-99-its-really-not-microsofts-fault-kids The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 99 - No, it's Really NOT Microsoft's Fault, Kids

Recorded Sunday July 21, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPad M4 Review - Chris G. iOS 18 Preview - Chris G. Calendar & Reminders officially Married in iOS 18 - Larry https://t.ly/wb3W5

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Garmin Watch in the House - Joel Goo.gl URL Shortner Bites the Dust - Chris https://t.ly/4Lu3k Google Outs the Google Pixel 9 Pro - Joel https://t.ly/4H4g1, https://t.ly/pYtHL

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment The World Crashes due to Crowdstrike - Joel https://t.ly/-qglU, https://t.ly/udTtk, https://t.ly/snWOq Win11 23H2 Available to All - Chris https://t.ly/1MpOu Kaspersky Lays off US Staff - Chris https://t.ly/JuaPY

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris How to Delete a Blank Page in Word

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Extendtecc WiFi Extender Signal Booster - $60 https://t.ly/25Ii2

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 99 - No, it's Really NOT Microsoft's Fault, Kids

Recorded Sunday July 21, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment iPad M4 Review - Chris G. iOS 18 Preview - Chris G. Calendar & Reminders officially Married in iOS 18 - Larry https://t.ly/wb3W5

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Garmin Watch in the House - Joel Goo.gl URL Shortner Bites the Dust - Chris https://t.ly/4Lu3k Google Outs the Google Pixel 9 Pro - Joel https://t.ly/4H4g1, https://t.ly/pYtHL

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment The World Crashes due to Crowdstrike - Joel https://t.ly/-qglU, https://t.ly/udTtk, https://t.ly/snWOq Win11 23H2 Available to All - Chris https://t.ly/1MpOu Kaspersky Lays off US Staff - Chris https://t.ly/JuaPY

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris How to Delete a Blank Page in Word

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Extendtecc WiFi Extender Signal Booster - $60 https://t.ly/25Ii2

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5674 full 98 3 98 3 Episode 98 - The Hot Sign is Clearly Important Episode 98 - The Hot Sign is Clearly Important No No a40dbcab-e150-4e48-90da-0a780d387fe5 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 01:20:32 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-98-the-hot-sign-is-clearly-important The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 98 - The Hot Sign is Clearly Important

Recorded Sunday July 07, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Vision Pro Sales Tanking - Chris G. https://t.ly/MpE2x India's Anti-Trust Regulator decides Apple has Abused its App Store Dominance - Joel https://t.ly/K1T_w Apple Beats the Lawsuit over Forcing Devs to use Closed Ecosystem - Larry https://t.ly/9CZ_L

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Galaxy Unpacked Summary - Chris G. https://t.ly/XTvk-, https://t.ly/BFrOr Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra - Chris https://t.ly/8KSs_ AT&T Breach - Nearly all cell customer's call and text Records Exposed - Larry https://t.ly/-9Rei Google Choosing Privacy over Functionality with their Find My Network - Joel https://t.ly/Co7sb

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment ARM or Harm? - Chris G. https://t.ly/QB9u3 Windows 11 Start Menu Update Coming? - Chris https://t.ly/rpEuI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Freeze Excel Panes

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry – Pillow iPad Holder https://t.ly/AzcsY

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://t.ly/MpE2x India's Anti-Trust Regulator decides Apple has Abused its App Store Dominance - Joel https://t.ly/K1T_w Apple Beats the Lawsuit over Forcing Devs to use Closed Ecosystem - Larry https://t.ly/9CZ_L

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Galaxy Unpacked Summary - Chris G. https://t.ly/XTvk-, https://t.ly/BFrOr Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra - Chris https://t.ly/8KSs_ AT&T Breach - Nearly all cell customer's call and text Records Exposed - Larry https://t.ly/-9Rei Google Choosing Privacy over Functionality with their Find My Network - Joel https://t.ly/Co7sb

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment ARM or Harm? - Chris G. https://t.ly/QB9u3 Windows 11 Start Menu Update Coming? - Chris https://t.ly/rpEuI

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Freeze Excel Panes

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry – Pillow iPad Holder https://t.ly/AzcsY

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] ( full 97 3 97 3 Episode 97 - One of my Favorite, "Here. Hold my Beer!" Moments Episode 97 - One of my Favorite, "Here. Hold my Beer!" Moments Ep. 97 – One of my Favorite, Here. Hold my Beer Moments. This week, we discuss Apple Partnership with Google at iPhone 16 Event, the carbon footprint of your Insta posts, & Intel Needs a Qualcomm Killer to save x86. Join us for these topics & more. No No d4c75971-8f8b-464a-aaf2-efc19db5260b Wed, 10 Jul 2024 22:09:45 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-97-one-of-my-favorite-here-hold-my-beer-moments The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 97 - One of my Favorite, Here. Hold my Beer Moments

Recorded Sunday July 07, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple will Announce a Partnership with Google at iPhone 16 Event - Larry https://t.ly/5EaAB macOS Sequoia Features Intel Macs won't Support - Chris https://t.ly/zVuRg Apple (finally) Greenlights Epic Game Store app in EU in Rapid Reversal - Chris G. https://t.ly/7Hjza

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment For Every post to Instagram, a lightbulb gets its wings? - Chris G. https://t.ly/W6iQw OpenAI hit by 2 big Security Issues - Larry https://t.ly/6a-a1 Poseidon Malware distributed by Google Ads - Chris G https://t.ly/rbuGf Is Tensor G5 the Reason to Skip Pixel 9 and wait for Pixel 10? - Joel https://t.ly/kwXnc

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Intel Needs a Qualcomm Killer soon or its Game over for x86 - Chris https://t.ly/GochY/ MS Surface ARM Laptops (Mostly) Beat MacBook Air, but not MBP - Chris G. https://t.ly/p7WqK MS Quietly Reversing (Some) Forced OneDrive Folder Backups in Windows 11 - Chris G. https://t.ly/o7vQ9 Microsoft agrees to $14 million California pay discrimination settlement - Joel https://t.ly/FLeSG

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Use Strong Passwords https://t.ly/RGSSM

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely beli...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 97 - One of my Favorite, Here. Hold my Beer Moments

Recorded Sunday July 07, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Apple will Announce a Partnership with Google at iPhone 16 Event - Larry https://t.ly/5EaAB macOS Sequoia Features Intel Macs won't Support - Chris https://t.ly/zVuRg Apple (finally) Greenlights Epic Game Store app in EU in Rapid Reversal - Chris G. https://t.ly/7Hjza

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment For Every post to Instagram, a lightbulb gets its wings? - Chris G. https://t.ly/W6iQw OpenAI hit by 2 big Security Issues - Larry https://t.ly/6a-a1 Poseidon Malware distributed by Google Ads - Chris G https://t.ly/rbuGf Is Tensor G5 the Reason to Skip Pixel 9 and wait for Pixel 10? - Joel https://t.ly/kwXnc

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Intel Needs a Qualcomm Killer soon or its Game over for x86 - Chris https://t.ly/GochY/ MS Surface ARM Laptops (Mostly) Beat MacBook Air, but not MBP - Chris G. https://t.ly/p7WqK MS Quietly Reversing (Some) Forced OneDrive Folder Backups in Windows 11 - Chris G. https://t.ly/o7vQ9 Microsoft agrees to $14 million California pay discrimination settlement - Joel https://t.ly/FLeSG

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Use Strong Passwords https://t.ly/RGSSM

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely beli...]]> iTechGear.org false no 6762 full 96 3 96 3 Episode 96 - It has a Use Case Problem Episode 96 - It has a Use Case Problem Ep. 96 – It has a Use Case Problem. Joel is out on vacation. This week, we discuss US Mac Market Grows, Gemini is Officially Part of Everything Google, and we've been misled about Copilot+ PCs. Join us for these topics & more. No No e9d1074d-f294-4bd2-834e-55d8b73304cd Wed, 10 Jul 2024 01:32:54 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-96-it-has-a-use-case-problem The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 96 - It has a Use Case Problem

Recorded Sunday June 30, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment US Mac Market Grows - Chris G. https://t.ly/fCjPh OpenAI's Mac App is now Available to all - Larry https://t.ly/BtPey

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Gemini is Officially Part of Everything Google - Larry https://t.ly/sGj9L T-Mobile Breaks its Promise - Chris https://t.ly/T3cj1 Chat bots are bad - Chris G. https://t.ly/lI4II AU10TIX Left Photo IDs Exposed - Chris G.https://t.ly/5QT82 US Bans Kaspersky Software - Larry https://t.ly/Lj-m5, Official Ban Site – https://t.ly/3G-Z3 Meta will let you Opt Out of its AI Training, Sort of - Chris https://t.ly/XQPvo

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment We've been misled about Copilot+ PCs - Chris G. https://t.ly/qdGBy

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Applying Custom Folder Views to All Outlook Folders https://t.ly/4-rU-

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
Aquagear Water Filter Pitcher https://t.ly/P18F8

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://t.ly/fCjPh OpenAI's Mac App is now Available to all - Larry https://t.ly/BtPey

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Gemini is Officially Part of Everything Google - Larry https://t.ly/sGj9L T-Mobile Breaks its Promise - Chris https://t.ly/T3cj1 Chat bots are bad - Chris G. https://t.ly/lI4II AU10TIX Left Photo IDs Exposed - Chris G.https://t.ly/5QT82 US Bans Kaspersky Software - Larry https://t.ly/Lj-m5, Official Ban Site – https://t.ly/3G-Z3 Meta will let you Opt Out of its AI Training, Sort of - Chris https://t.ly/XQPvo

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment We've been misled about Copilot+ PCs - Chris G. https://t.ly/qdGBy

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Applying Custom Folder Views to All Outlook Folders https://t.ly/4-rU-

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
Aquagear Water Filter Pitcher https://t.ly/P18F8

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This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] ( full 95 3 95 3 Episode 95 - I'm Walkin' Here! Episode 95 - I'm Walkin' Here! Ep. 94 – I’m Walkin’ Here! We’ve got a full crew! This week we discuss the return of the feature flip phone, AI helping scammers outsmart you AND your bank, and new PC’s with the Snapdragon X Elite processor. Join us for these topics & more. No No e9798925-baeb-41b5-8bcd-4abe900280ee Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:45:03 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-95-im-walkin-here The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 95 - I'm Walkin' Here!

Recorded Sunday June 23, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Feature Flip Phones are Back? - Larry https://t.ly/ACdKM Apple Suspends work on Vision Pro 2 - Chris https://t.ly/GZmPL

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment AI is helping Scammers Outsmart you AND your Bank- Larry https://t.ly/sZc76 Amazon's new Alexa will Cost $10 a month - Larry https://t.ly/PnWRu Social Media Apps with Warning Labels - Chris G. https://t.ly/619K5

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment New PCs with Snapdragon X Processors - Chris G. Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Chip is Slower than the Apple M3 - Larry https://t.ly/qoOWc A Lack of a Windows Backup Tool - Chris G. MS Removes "Harmless" Copilot App that was Quietly Installed on your PC - Joel https://t.ly/yo_eZ

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Make sure your screen is refreshing as fast as possible

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry tomtoc 360 Protective Laptop Carrying Case for 13-inch MacBook Air https://t.ly/cVbyq

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 95 - I'm Walkin' Here!

Recorded Sunday June 23, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment Feature Flip Phones are Back? - Larry https://t.ly/ACdKM Apple Suspends work on Vision Pro 2 - Chris https://t.ly/GZmPL

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment AI is helping Scammers Outsmart you AND your Bank- Larry https://t.ly/sZc76 Amazon's new Alexa will Cost $10 a month - Larry https://t.ly/PnWRu Social Media Apps with Warning Labels - Chris G. https://t.ly/619K5

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment New PCs with Snapdragon X Processors - Chris G. Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Chip is Slower than the Apple M3 - Larry https://t.ly/qoOWc A Lack of a Windows Backup Tool - Chris G. MS Removes "Harmless" Copilot App that was Quietly Installed on your PC - Joel https://t.ly/yo_eZ

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Make sure your screen is refreshing as fast as possible

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry tomtoc 360 Protective Laptop Carrying Case for 13-inch MacBook Air https://t.ly/cVbyq

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5563 full 94 3 94 3 Episode 94 - This Show was NOT AI Generated Episode 94 - This Show was NOT AI Generated Ep. 94 – This Show was NOT AI Generated. We’re missing Larry, again. This week we discuss the WWDC keynote, the Struggle is Real, and MS delays the launch of Windows Recall without a new launch date. Join us for these topics & more. No No a050cccf-c78e-409d-99bf-9d5c4ed792f2 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:56:55 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-94-this-show-was-not-ai-generated The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 94 - This Show was NOT AI Generated

Recorded Sunday June 16, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC Recap - Chris iOS https://t.ly/4xfUz iPadOS https://t.ly/4Gyir MacOS https://t.ly/yGhSB VisionOS https://t.ly/DCAuH Apple Intelligence - https://t.ly/qW-Wx Are YOU excited about the Integraton between Calendar & Reminders? - Chris G. https://t.ly/pCzP Apple Password Limitations - Chris https://t.ly/rgDeg EU to fine Apple over Failure to Comply with the DMA - Joel https://t.ly/Hr7Na

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment The Struggle is Real - Joel

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Delays Launch of Windows Recall without a New Launch Date - Joel https://t.ly/jeEq4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
How to Enable Airplane Mode on your Mac

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
AirPods Pro Replacement Wireless Charging Case https://t.ly/8rEez

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 94 - This Show was NOT AI Generated

Recorded Sunday June 16, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired

Apple Segment WWDC Recap - Chris iOS https://t.ly/4xfUz iPadOS https://t.ly/4Gyir MacOS https://t.ly/yGhSB VisionOS https://t.ly/DCAuH Apple Intelligence - https://t.ly/qW-Wx Are YOU excited about the Integraton between Calendar & Reminders? - Chris G. https://t.ly/pCzP Apple Password Limitations - Chris https://t.ly/rgDeg EU to fine Apple over Failure to Comply with the DMA - Joel https://t.ly/Hr7Na

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment The Struggle is Real - Joel

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Delays Launch of Windows Recall without a New Launch Date - Joel https://t.ly/jeEq4

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
How to Enable Airplane Mode on your Mac

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
AirPods Pro Replacement Wireless Charging Case https://t.ly/8rEez

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://wwww.zencast.fm)

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5304 full 93 3 93 3 Episode 93 - A Zero Mile Sit Episode 93 - A Zero Mile Sit Ep. 93 – A Zero Mile Sit. We’re missing Larry, but have Chris Pirillo to fill in! This week we discuss WWDC expectations, Google needs to fix Interpreter Mode, and Windows Recall is disabled by default. Join us for these topics & more. No No 80fa9feb-aed0-437a-81f5-0b1700eb3b5b Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:31:41 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-93-a-zero-mile-sit The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 93 - A Zero Mile Sit

Recorded Sunday June 09, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment WWDC is this Week - Chris G. https://t.ly/9SF7, https://t.ly/Cp0iK iOS 18 to Include a Dedicated Password Manager - Chris https://t.ly/q04Nv What Siri will be Able to do in iOS 18 - Joel https://t.ly/u-TIV Additional Features in iOS 18 - Chris & Chris P. https://t.ly/kFmCf AI-enhanced Siri Generative AI integration More customizable Home Screen New Accessibility features RCS Support for better texting with Android users Web browsers without WebKit Higher-resolution photos and videos Improved group chats

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Hey Google! Fix Interpreter Mode Already - Chris G. https://t.ly/YDW1X Adobe's Terms of Service Really Stepped in It - Joel https://t.ly/I-H5j

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Windows Segment Windows Recall Disabled by Default - Chris https://t.ly/WeCfQ MS Research Chief Scientist has no Issue with Windows Recall - Chris P. https://t.ly/swnD1 MS Pause the 24H2 Rollout and isn't Saying Why - Chris https://t.ly/0CFLZ

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Turn on iPadOS Stage Manager when you need more multitasking chops https://wp.me/p164qm-1yd

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Men's...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 93 - A Zero Mile Sit

Recorded Sunday June 09, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment WWDC is this Week - Chris G. https://t.ly/9SF7, https://t.ly/Cp0iK iOS 18 to Include a Dedicated Password Manager - Chris https://t.ly/q04Nv What Siri will be Able to do in iOS 18 - Joel https://t.ly/u-TIV Additional Features in iOS 18 - Chris & Chris P. https://t.ly/kFmCf AI-enhanced Siri Generative AI integration More customizable Home Screen New Accessibility features RCS Support for better texting with Android users Web browsers without WebKit Higher-resolution photos and videos Improved group chats

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Hey Google! Fix Interpreter Mode Already - Chris G. https://t.ly/YDW1X Adobe's Terms of Service Really Stepped in It - Joel https://t.ly/I-H5j

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

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Windows Segment Windows Recall Disabled by Default - Chris https://t.ly/WeCfQ MS Research Chief Scientist has no Issue with Windows Recall - Chris P. https://t.ly/swnD1 MS Pause the 24H2 Rollout and isn't Saying Why - Chris https://t.ly/0CFLZ

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Turn on iPadOS Stage Manager when you need more multitasking chops https://wp.me/p164qm-1yd

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel Men's...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5109 full 92 3 92 3 Episode 92 - It's not Hard Enough - Apple Nano Glass Episode 92 - It's not Hard Enough - Apple Nano Glass Ep. 92 – It’s Not Hard Enough-Apple Nano Glass! We’ve got a full crew & we discuss WWDC rumors, T-Mo buying US Cellular and the Differences between the Snapdragon X Plus vs. X Elite. Join us for these topics & more. No No 6b0192d9-4fe9-4976-ad5e-f62c2e974942 Fri, 07 Jun 2024 21:12:55 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-92-its-not-hard-enough-apple-nano-glass The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 92 - It's not Hard Enough - Apple Nano Glass

Recorded Sunday June 02, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment WWDC is Coming! Start your Favorite Rumor Now!! Chris G. Its not hard enough: Apple's Nano Textured Glass Scratches Easily - Larry https://t.ly/q6fzR Apple Developing TV+ App for Android - Chris G. https://t.ly/-GYSI

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Mobile/ Linux Segment T-Mo is Buying US Cellular - Chris G. https://t.ly/6xjN6 Byte Dance Developing a US only Algorithm for Tik-Tok - Chris https://t.ly/jBDNT Most Consumers Couldn't Care Less about AI - Joel https://t.ly/apWCd Samsung Sunsetting Tizen & Ending Support for the Watch - Chris https://t.ly/LQUNN

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Differences between the Snapdragon X Plus vs. X Elite - Larry https://t.ly/SOJ_D What is Windows Recall? Win11's new AI Feature - Joel https://t.ly/H0jwb

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Clear Your Windows Update Cache https://wp.me/p164qm-1xS

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Office Tab Enterprise - $50 https://t.ly/HdMWf

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] (https://t.ly/q6fzR Apple Developing TV+ App for Android - Chris G. https://t.ly/-GYSI

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Mobile/ Linux Segment T-Mo is Buying US Cellular - Chris G. https://t.ly/6xjN6 Byte Dance Developing a US only Algorithm for Tik-Tok - Chris https://t.ly/jBDNT Most Consumers Couldn't Care Less about AI - Joel https://t.ly/apWCd Samsung Sunsetting Tizen & Ending Support for the Watch - Chris https://t.ly/LQUNN

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Differences between the Snapdragon X Plus vs. X Elite - Larry https://t.ly/SOJ_D What is Windows Recall? Win11's new AI Feature - Joel https://t.ly/H0jwb

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Clear Your Windows Update Cache https://wp.me/p164qm-1xS

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Office Tab Enterprise - $50 https://t.ly/HdMWf

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by [ZenCast.fm] ( full 91 3 91 3 Episode 91 - Chris S is a Toys R Us Kid Episode 91 - Chris S is a Toys R Us Kid Ep. 91 – Chris S. is a Toys R Us Kid! We’ve got a full crew! This week, we discuss OLED iPad Pro Grainy Displays, the Final Demise of Messaging Icon ISQ, and MS’ claims Comparing the SP11 & the M3 MBA are Deceiving. Join us for these topics & more. No No 517cf5bf-11e1-4466-ac84-ef0b0570675b Mon, 27 May 2024 17:14:53 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-91-chris-s-is-a-toys-r-us-kid The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 91 - Chris S is a Toys R Us Kid!

Recorded Sunday May 26, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment OLED iPad Pro Owners Discover Grainy Display Problems - Larry & Joel https://t.ly/Dz0x1 EU Creates Anti-SkyNet Legislation - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/LNEZb UK Rushes through DMA Copycat to Regulate (mostly) US Big Tech - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/s9oDD macOS 15 System Settings Getting Shuffled (Again) Along with other UI Tweaks - Chris G. & Larry https://t.ly/GOwBK

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Messaging Icon ICQ Shutting Down after 30 Years - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/1t3f4 It wasn't ALL of Bethesda Studios - Joel https://t.ly/nPkLb Google Already Knows how to Make AI Search Helpful - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/gxzQo

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Claims Comparing SP 11 and M3 MBA Performance are Deceiving - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/IO1el MS Introduces AI PCs - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/i3PTz Service or Internet Outages Could Make AI PCs Useless - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/lLLwv

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Configure your focus settings

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Apple Pencil Pro - $129 https://...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 91 - Chris S is a Toys R Us Kid!

Recorded Sunday May 26, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment OLED iPad Pro Owners Discover Grainy Display Problems - Larry & Joel https://t.ly/Dz0x1 EU Creates Anti-SkyNet Legislation - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/LNEZb UK Rushes through DMA Copycat to Regulate (mostly) US Big Tech - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/s9oDD macOS 15 System Settings Getting Shuffled (Again) Along with other UI Tweaks - Chris G. & Larry https://t.ly/GOwBK

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Messaging Icon ICQ Shutting Down after 30 Years - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/1t3f4 It wasn't ALL of Bethesda Studios - Joel https://t.ly/nPkLb Google Already Knows how to Make AI Search Helpful - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/gxzQo

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Claims Comparing SP 11 and M3 MBA Performance are Deceiving - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/IO1el MS Introduces AI PCs - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/i3PTz Service or Internet Outages Could Make AI PCs Useless - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/lLLwv

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Configure your focus settings

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Apple Pencil Pro - $129 https://...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5254 full 90 3 90 3 Episode 90 - There's No Place Like Gnome Episode 90 - There's No Place Like Gnome Ep. 90 - There's No Place Like Gnome! We have a special guest: Chris Pirillo of Lockergnome and TechTV! This week we discuss Larry purchasing an M4 iPad Pro, Winamp going open source, & Win11’s File Explorer’s tabs. Join us for these topics & more. No No 0a8ddc90-36ae-4cbb-8242-7ab3762eb8c9 Wed, 22 May 2024 04:23:50 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-90-theres-no-place-like-gnome The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 90 - There's No Place Like Gnome

Recorded Sunday May 19, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Larry's M4 iPad Pro Purchasing Experience - Larry Is iPadOS Really the Three Legged OS MS Describes it to be? - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/2b1Cb iOS Photos Bug Resurfacing Deleted Photos even on iPhones that are Factory Reset - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/lklfK Apple's Return to Work Policy Cost them 4% of their Employees - Chris, Chris G. & Chris P. https://t.ly/BQTth

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Mobile/ Linux Segment WinAmp is Going Open Source (really whipped the Llama's Ass) - Joel & Chris P. https://t.ly/VOCZf, counterpoint --> https://t.ly/J7OAR AT&T Breach Leaks 70M SSNs to the Dark Web on 4/1/2024 - Larry https://t.ly/0uZqN X Completes Debranding - twitter.com now resolves to x.com - Chris P. and Chris https://t.ly/N4wPy

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment No. I mean, {Win11 File Explorer} - I see, {tabs} within {tabs} (you must... share with us) - Larry & Chris P. https://t.ly/1mybA VMWare Fusion Pro is Free for the Taking - Chris, Chris G. & Chris P. https://t.ly/ja7BY MS Strategy Currently Doesn't Make much Sense - Chris. P and Larry https://t.ly/XmuYH

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Customize your iPad's lock screen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 90 - There's No Place Like Gnome

Recorded Sunday May 19, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Larry's M4 iPad Pro Purchasing Experience - Larry Is iPadOS Really the Three Legged OS MS Describes it to be? - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/2b1Cb iOS Photos Bug Resurfacing Deleted Photos even on iPhones that are Factory Reset - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/lklfK Apple's Return to Work Policy Cost them 4% of their Employees - Chris, Chris G. & Chris P. https://t.ly/BQTth

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment WinAmp is Going Open Source (really whipped the Llama's Ass) - Joel & Chris P. https://t.ly/VOCZf, counterpoint --> https://t.ly/J7OAR AT&T Breach Leaks 70M SSNs to the Dark Web on 4/1/2024 - Larry https://t.ly/0uZqN X Completes Debranding - twitter.com now resolves to x.com - Chris P. and Chris https://t.ly/N4wPy

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment No. I mean, {Win11 File Explorer} - I see, {tabs} within {tabs} (you must... share with us) - Larry & Chris P. https://t.ly/1mybA VMWare Fusion Pro is Free for the Taking - Chris, Chris G. & Chris P. https://t.ly/ja7BY MS Strategy Currently Doesn't Make much Sense - Chris. P and Larry https://t.ly/XmuYH

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Customize your iPad's lock screen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you...]]> iTechGear.org false no 6449 full 89 3 89 3 Episode 89 - STFU, TWSS Episode 89 - STFU, TWSS Ep. 89 – STFU, TWSS. We have a full crew ! This week we discuss the Results of the May 7th iPad Event, the Secure by Design Pledge, and MS closing Bethesda Studios. Join us for topics these & more. No No 4cb301cf-0d3c-4b12-87c9-4d170252cfa0 Mon, 20 May 2024 17:52:26 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-89-stfu-twss The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 89 - STFU, TWSS

Recorded Sunday May 12, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Apple iPad Event Recap https://t.ly/m07ML 4 iPad Features Apple Killed in the iPad Event https://t.ly/B0Mf- Why Apple is Abandoning the M3 - Larry and Joel https://t.ly/gxYOt Apple & Samsung ink Deal for Foldable Screens - Chris and Chris G https://t.ly/EZpkf US Devs Avoiding 3rd Party Payment Options - No Money in it Says Apple - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/e77Pa

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Mobile/ Linux Segment 68 on-Board & they're still Gonna Screw up their Secure by Design Pledge - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/YF9_c Dell's Security Breach - Joel and Larry https://t.ly/bi5by

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Closes Bethesda Studios - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/st_Y3 New OneNote Inking Features - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/28nNz Windows Ads are Getting REALLY Intrusive - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/ogH7t

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
The Apple Watch is the best iPhone Camera Accessory Ever

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
Citizen CZ Smart 22mm smartwatch interchangeable strap - $40-$55 https://t.ly/orAwF

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 89 - STFU, TWSS

Recorded Sunday May 12, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Apple iPad Event Recap https://t.ly/m07ML 4 iPad Features Apple Killed in the iPad Event https://t.ly/B0Mf- Why Apple is Abandoning the M3 - Larry and Joel https://t.ly/gxYOt Apple & Samsung ink Deal for Foldable Screens - Chris and Chris G https://t.ly/EZpkf US Devs Avoiding 3rd Party Payment Options - No Money in it Says Apple - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/e77Pa

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment 68 on-Board & they're still Gonna Screw up their Secure by Design Pledge - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/YF9_c Dell's Security Breach - Joel and Larry https://t.ly/bi5by

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Closes Bethesda Studios - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/st_Y3 New OneNote Inking Features - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/28nNz Windows Ads are Getting REALLY Intrusive - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/ogH7t

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
The Apple Watch is the best iPhone Camera Accessory Ever

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
Citizen CZ Smart 22mm smartwatch interchangeable strap - $40-$55 https://t.ly/orAwF

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5307 full 88 3 88 3 Episode 88 - Sending 1.21Gw Directly into the Flux Capacitor Episode 88 - Sending 1.21Gw Directly into the Flux Capacitor Ep. 88 - Sending 1.21Gw Directly into the Flux Capacitor. This week we discuss Expectations for the May 7th iPad Event, Google layoffs continuing as cuts hit other teams, & MS Says April Win Updates Break VPN Connections. Join us for these & more. No No 38db9b95-b046-40a6-b926-c84d47f2cf63 Fri, 10 May 2024 00:24:50 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-88-sending-121gw-directly-into-the-flux-capacitor The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 88 - Sending 1.21Gw Directly into the Flux Capacitor

Recorded Sunday May 05, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment What to Expect from the May 7th iPad Event - Chris https://t.ly/cXm76 M4 Rumored to be Processor in the Latest iPad Pros - Joel & Larry https://t.ly/b2eAV No New Vision Pro before 2026 - Larry https://t.ly/F7o3Z Apple Acknowledges iPhone Alarm Issue - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/GAYZC

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google layoffs continue as cuts hit Flutter, Dart, and Python teams Inbox - Larry https://t.ly/Al8qT, https://t.ly/9dwLQ Tesla Conducting More Layoffs Including Entire Super Charger Team - Joel https://t.ly/cG-97, https://t.ly/MrzOD

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Says April Windows Updates Break VPN Connections - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/MRsaW Comparing a 20 Yr Old Windows Mobile Device to Modern Smartphones - Joel LastPass Spun off as a Separate Company - Larry https://t.ly/QhNtr

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Use a Pass Key or a Strong Password https://wp.me/p164qm-1wB

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Apple Magic Trackpad https://t.ly/kr1lb, https://t.ly/yxa...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 88 - Sending 1.21Gw Directly into the Flux Capacitor

Recorded Sunday May 05, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment What to Expect from the May 7th iPad Event - Chris https://t.ly/cXm76 M4 Rumored to be Processor in the Latest iPad Pros - Joel & Larry https://t.ly/b2eAV No New Vision Pro before 2026 - Larry https://t.ly/F7o3Z Apple Acknowledges iPhone Alarm Issue - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/GAYZC

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google layoffs continue as cuts hit Flutter, Dart, and Python teams Inbox - Larry https://t.ly/Al8qT, https://t.ly/9dwLQ Tesla Conducting More Layoffs Including Entire Super Charger Team - Joel https://t.ly/cG-97, https://t.ly/MrzOD

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Says April Windows Updates Break VPN Connections - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/MRsaW Comparing a 20 Yr Old Windows Mobile Device to Modern Smartphones - Joel LastPass Spun off as a Separate Company - Larry https://t.ly/QhNtr

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris Use a Pass Key or a Strong Password https://wp.me/p164qm-1wB

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Apple Magic Trackpad https://t.ly/kr1lb, https://t.ly/yxa...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5431 full 87 3 87 3 Episode 87 - Take these Ads and Shove it, I Ain't Surfin' Here No More! Episode 87 - Take these Ads and Shove it, I Ain't Surfin' Here No More! Ep. 87: Take these Ads and Shove It! We’re missing Chris G. We discuss Are the Walls of Apple's Garden Falling Down, Google Integrating Keep Reminders into Tasks, & Microsoft Ads Getting Worse Every Week. Join us for these & more. No No e81384bd-0ada-4727-9337-3b4110ffef47 Wed, 01 May 2024 01:12:50 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-87-take-these-ads-and-shove-it-i-aint-surfin-here-no-more The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 87 - Take these ads and Shove it! I ain't Surfin' Here no More!

Recorded Sunday April 28, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Are the Walls of Apple's Walled Garden Falling Down? - Larry https://t.ly/Ripzs iPhone Activations Slump as Android Dominates - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/GyHRq Apple Developing its own AI Servers? - Larry & Chris https://t.ly/BrC3R

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Integrates Keep Reminders into Tasks - Larry & Joel https://t.ly/nGrCi The Non-Compete Agreement is Dead - Chris https://t.ly/wDO9L

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Microsoft Ads Getting Worse Every Week - Larry The New Outlook for Windows - Larry Microsoft is a National Security Threat - Joel https://t.ly/PGKW2, https://t.ly/p_zLG

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Stay Informed of Security Threats

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to remind everyone that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel AllTrails+ App - $36/year https://www.alltrails.com/

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 87 - Take these ads and Shove it! I ain't Surfin' Here no More!

Recorded Sunday April 28, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Are the Walls of Apple's Walled Garden Falling Down? - Larry https://t.ly/Ripzs iPhone Activations Slump as Android Dominates - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/GyHRq Apple Developing its own AI Servers? - Larry & Chris https://t.ly/BrC3R

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google Integrates Keep Reminders into Tasks - Larry & Joel https://t.ly/nGrCi The Non-Compete Agreement is Dead - Chris https://t.ly/wDO9L

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Microsoft Ads Getting Worse Every Week - Larry The New Outlook for Windows - Larry Microsoft is a National Security Threat - Joel https://t.ly/PGKW2, https://t.ly/p_zLG

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Stay Informed of Security Threats

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to remind everyone that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel AllTrails+ App - $36/year https://www.alltrails.com/

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4900 full 86 3 86 3 Episode 86 - Fine Woven is FINE-Ally Gone! Episode 86 - Fine Woven is FINE-Ally Gone! Ep. 86: Fine Woven is FINE-ally Gone. We’ve got a full crew. This week, we discuss Elizabeth Warren on Apple's Smartphone "Monopoly", Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Leaks, and the Engineer who Added Windows Zip Support Nearly Fired. Join us for these & more. No No 8d9e83d5-0745-4e38-90ae-03698c3a89c3 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:21:31 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-86-fine-woven-is-fine-ally-gone The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 86 - Fine Woven is Fine-Ally Gone

Recorded Sunday April 21, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Elizabeth Warren on Apple's Smartphone "Monopoly" - Larry & Joel https://t.ly/50Ur2, https://t.ly/L9Ja2, https://t.ly/pwNuj Apple Pulls What's App & Threads from Chinese App Store - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/m3Bmk, https://t.ly/ITRvz Apple Fine Woven is Fine-ally Gone - Larry https://t.ly/gcY5a First ALT App Store appears in Europe - Joel & Chris https://t.ly/gp2bR Emulators on the App Store will be Problematic - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/UBcC9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google's Pixel 9 Pro Leaks - Joel https://t.ly/XMij- Google Reorg Combines Chrome, Android, and Hardware Teams - Joel https://t.ly/p6t6Z, https://t.ly/KoNAk Samsung Switching to a Vertical App Drawer? - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/idE66 Management saw it Coming - AI comes for Management Jobs - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/bRNn7

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Engineer who Added Windows Zip Support Nearly Fired - Larry https://t.ly/WeSz3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Tabbed Interface in Chrome PWAs (Great for Multiple Gmail Accounts) - https://wp.me/p164qm-1w7

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you....]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 86 - Fine Woven is Fine-Ally Gone

Recorded Sunday April 21, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Elizabeth Warren on Apple's Smartphone "Monopoly" - Larry & Joel https://t.ly/50Ur2, https://t.ly/L9Ja2, https://t.ly/pwNuj Apple Pulls What's App & Threads from Chinese App Store - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/m3Bmk, https://t.ly/ITRvz Apple Fine Woven is Fine-ally Gone - Larry https://t.ly/gcY5a First ALT App Store appears in Europe - Joel & Chris https://t.ly/gp2bR Emulators on the App Store will be Problematic - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/UBcC9

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Google's Pixel 9 Pro Leaks - Joel https://t.ly/XMij- Google Reorg Combines Chrome, Android, and Hardware Teams - Joel https://t.ly/p6t6Z, https://t.ly/KoNAk Samsung Switching to a Vertical App Drawer? - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/idE66 Management saw it Coming - AI comes for Management Jobs - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/bRNn7

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Engineer who Added Windows Zip Support Nearly Fired - Larry https://t.ly/WeSz3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Tabbed Interface in Chrome PWAs (Great for Multiple Gmail Accounts) - https://wp.me/p164qm-1w7

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you....]]> iTechGear.org false no 5535 full 85 3 85 3 Episode 85 - Broadband is Tasty AND Nutritious Episode 85 - Broadband is Tasty AND Nutritious Ep. 85: Broadband is Tasty AND Nutritious. We’re missing Dr. Mr. McJunkin again. This week, we discuss Apple Alerts Users in 92 Countries to Mercenary Attacks, ISP Nutrition Labels, and Win11 Start Menu Performance. Join us for these and more. No No a92de330-85f1-4f5e-95d7-0482ba53f772 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:19:12 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-85-broadband-is-tasty-and-nutritious The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 85 - Broadband is Tasty AND Nutritious

Recorded Sunday April 14, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Apple Alerts Users in 92 Countries to Mercenary Attacks - Chris G. https://t.ly/BPh0V M4 Chips & MBP Due by the End of 2024 - Chris G. https://t.ly/yK0cQ, https://t.ly/oRkJe Apple has a Solution for "Ghost Touches" on Apple Watch - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/FUG-4, https://t.ly/-0cml

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment ISP Nutrition Labels - Chris https://t.ly/HnDl9 Google One VPN is Being Discontinued Due to Low Usage https://t.ly/9ZMHx Beeper Acquired by Automattic for $125M/ Beeper Desktop Universally Available https://t.ly/9lzna, https://t.ly/LOKli

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion and earn a living or create a side hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members, and supporters along the way. You can create subscription products that you will provide to your members and followers for a pledged amount every month.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Win11 Start Menu Performance Sucks - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/64a1b, https://t.ly/moKoV Geek Squad lays off Agents (but how many??) - Chris https://t.ly/eun6t Microsoft Ending Support for Andoid Apps on Windows in 2025 - Chris https://t.ly/5HgIW

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment

iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Secure Wi-Fi Networks: https://wp.me/p164qm-1vm

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

J...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 85 - Broadband is Tasty AND Nutritious

Recorded Sunday April 14, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Apple Alerts Users in 92 Countries to Mercenary Attacks - Chris G. https://t.ly/BPh0V M4 Chips & MBP Due by the End of 2024 - Chris G. https://t.ly/yK0cQ, https://t.ly/oRkJe Apple has a Solution for "Ghost Touches" on Apple Watch - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/FUG-4, https://t.ly/-0cml

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Mobile/ Linux Segment ISP Nutrition Labels - Chris https://t.ly/HnDl9 Google One VPN is Being Discontinued Due to Low Usage https://t.ly/9ZMHx Beeper Acquired by Automattic for $125M/ Beeper Desktop Universally Available https://t.ly/9lzna, https://t.ly/LOKli

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Windows Segment Win11 Start Menu Performance Sucks - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/64a1b, https://t.ly/moKoV Geek Squad lays off Agents (but how many??) - Chris https://t.ly/eun6t Microsoft Ending Support for Andoid Apps on Windows in 2025 - Chris https://t.ly/5HgIW

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iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Secure Wi-Fi Networks: https://wp.me/p164qm-1vm

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I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

J...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5349 full 84 3 84 3 Episode 84 - Today, We're All Retro Episode 84 - Today, We're All Retro Ep. 84: Today, We’re ALL Retro. We’re missing Dr. Mr. McJunkin. This week, we discuss Retro Gaming Emulators Now on the App Store, Chrome Incognito Mode, NOT, and Win12 Predictions. Join us for these and more. No No c20eec32-4f45-40d6-9444-ce89bbebfa98 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 17:11:22 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-84-today-were-all-retro The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 84 - Today, We're ALL Retro

Recorded Sunday, April 07, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Retro Gaming Emulators Now on the Apple App Store - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/1bwmX Apple Lays off 600 People - Joel https://t.ly/67DAR Reported Changes for the iPhone 16 - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/eDd8O, https://t.ly/cXUdt

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Chrome Incognito, NOT! - Chris G. https://t.ly/kQrQh FCC to Restore Net Neutrality - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ZLABb

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Windows Segment Win12 Predictions - Chris https://t.ly/V295o Copilot Key Copming to Windows AI PC's https://t.ly/P3fbc

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Chris
Windows 11 God Mode is Still Available

Pick of the Week Segment I want to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Solar Eclipse Glasses https://t.ly/Tiq2m

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 84 - Today, We're ALL Retro

Recorded Sunday, April 07, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Retro Gaming Emulators Now on the Apple App Store - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/1bwmX Apple Lays off 600 People - Joel https://t.ly/67DAR Reported Changes for the iPhone 16 - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/eDd8O, https://t.ly/cXUdt

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Chrome Incognito, NOT! - Chris G. https://t.ly/kQrQh FCC to Restore Net Neutrality - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ZLABb

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Windows Segment Win12 Predictions - Chris https://t.ly/V295o Copilot Key Copming to Windows AI PC's https://t.ly/P3fbc

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded to make technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Chris
Windows 11 God Mode is Still Available

Pick of the Week Segment I want to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Solar Eclipse Glasses https://t.ly/Tiq2m

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]]> iTechGear.org false no 3705 full 83 3 83 3 Episode 83: The Other Shoe Dropped Episode 83: The Other Shoe Dropped Ep. 83: The Other Shoe Dropped. We’ve got a full crew. This week, we discuss The DOJ picking the wrong fight, the EU launching non-compliance investigations against Google and the Play Store, and the MS Surface event. Join us for these and more. No No 64bdbbc9-f0b1-4a4b-9dff-f4506484a003 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:56:08 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-83-the-other-shoe-dropped The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 83 - The Other Shoe has Dropped

Recorded Monday March 25, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment The DOJ Picked the Wrong Fight - Larry https://t.ly/Wxqxv Apple Doesn't have an Android Monopoly, but Wants One - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/xF4ZP, https://t.ly/MASn0 Apple is a disappointment -Bad Leaks, Bad AV Plans, iPP Delayed - Chris G & Larry https://t.ly/6jdUy

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Mobile/ Linux Segment EU Launches Non-Compliance Investigation Against Google & PlayStore - Joel https://t.ly/Uq1Ug Google Removing Watch Faces and Apps from Fitbit Watches - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/n9Fd5

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Windows Segment Surface Event Recap - Larry https://t.ly/3GJZQ iCloud for Windows is Pretty Cool - Chris

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Keep Your Software Updated

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use
and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Jaco Tire Pressure Guage (Yeah...it's "that" good) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VV78RZ1?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is h...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 83 - The Other Shoe has Dropped

Recorded Monday March 25, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment The DOJ Picked the Wrong Fight - Larry https://t.ly/Wxqxv Apple Doesn't have an Android Monopoly, but Wants One - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/xF4ZP, https://t.ly/MASn0 Apple is a disappointment -Bad Leaks, Bad AV Plans, iPP Delayed - Chris G & Larry https://t.ly/6jdUy

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Mobile/ Linux Segment EU Launches Non-Compliance Investigation Against Google & PlayStore - Joel https://t.ly/Uq1Ug Google Removing Watch Faces and Apps from Fitbit Watches - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/n9Fd5

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

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Windows Segment Surface Event Recap - Larry https://t.ly/3GJZQ iCloud for Windows is Pretty Cool - Chris

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Tip of the Week Segment iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry Keep Your Software Updated

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use
and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Jaco Tire Pressure Guage (Yeah...it's "that" good) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VV78RZ1?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

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This podcast is h...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5062 full 82 3 82 3 Episode 82 - Tis A Wearin' o' the Green Episode 82 - Tis A Wearin' o' the Green Ep. 82: Tis a Wearin’ o’ th’ Green! We’re missing Mr. Gavula, again. This week, we discuss Why Apple's OLED iPads aren't Here, Additional information on the OnePlus Watch 2, Win Insider Build 26080 Brings Unified Teams. Join us for these & more. No No 70a7001a-76e9-4917-bb48-808d8ced913f Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:55:33 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-82-tis-a-wearin-o-the-green The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 82 - Tis A Wearin' o' the Green

Recorded Sunday March 17, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Why Apple's OLED iPads aren't Here - Larry https://t.ly/WvrEc Why You Should stop Using iMessage - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/HXnIQ Walmart is Selling MacBooks for the First Time - Joel https://t.ly/vGDQI

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Additional information on the OnePlus Watch 2 - Chris https://wp.me/p164qm-1sn Google I/O is May 14th - Joel https://t.ly/K9-qF Chrome can Protect You While Preserving their Privacy - Joel & Larry https://t.ly/AkMki The REAL Issues behind the Tik-Tok Ban - Chris G & Chris https://t.ly/YFP3B, https://t.ly/2Q4BG, https://t.ly/zu6Xn

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Windows Insider Build 26080 Brings Unified Teams - Chris https://t.ly/pd1XE Windows 11 Speech Recognition to be Depricated in Sept. 2024 - https://t.ly/QzMRW

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment

iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Joel How to Identify AI Generated Content https://wp.me/p164qm-1sP

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
VINCI Cold Brew 360, 1.4L Cold Brew Coffee Maker - $24.99 https://t.ly/WvrEc Why You Should stop Using iMessage - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/HXnIQ Walmart is Selling MacBooks for the First Time - Joel https://t.ly/vGDQI

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Mobile/ Linux Segment Additional information on the OnePlus Watch 2 - Chris https://wp.me/p164qm-1sn Google I/O is May 14th - Joel https://t.ly/K9-qF Chrome can Protect You While Preserving their Privacy - Joel & Larry https://t.ly/AkMki The REAL Issues behind the Tik-Tok Ban - Chris G & Chris https://t.ly/YFP3B, https://t.ly/2Q4BG, https://t.ly/zu6Xn

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Windows Insider Build 26080 Brings Unified Teams - Chris https://t.ly/pd1XE Windows 11 Speech Recognition to be Depricated in Sept. 2024 - https://t.ly/QzMRW

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Tip of the Week Segment

iTechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Joel How to Identify AI Generated Content https://wp.me/p164qm-1sP

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
VINCI Cold Brew 360, 1.4L Cold Brew Coffee Maker - $24.99 full 81 3 81 3 Episode 81 - It's More than Just a Pretty Face Episode 81 - It's More than Just a Pretty Face Ep. 81: It's More than Just a Pretty Face. We’re missing Mr. Gavula. This week, we discuss macOS Sonoma 14.4 New Features, OnePlus Watch 2, MS Unveiling new Surface 10 Pro/Laptop 6 (ARM) Ahead of Win11 24H2. Join us for these & more. No No 2ef37ade-b6b5-4cbf-b912-3a7262402959 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 21:38:00 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-81-its-more-than-just-a-pretty-face The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 81 - It's More than Just a Pretty Face

Recorded Sunday March 10, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment macOS Sonoma 14.4 New Features - Larry https://t.ly/k3_Af M3 MacBook Air in the House! - Larry 20" Foldable MacBook: Kuo - Chris https://t.ly/Ps0D_ Apple Being Sued for its iCloud Backup Monopoly - Larry https://t.ly/RQlDa

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Mobile/ Linux Segment OnePlus Watch 2 in the House! - Chris Google One Starts Including Fitbit Premium and Nest Aware - Joel https://t.ly/nI_C4 iTG Marked Safe in the Great Facebook Outage of 2024 - Joel https://t.ly/26cGK Google Wallet can now Show Movie Tickets and Boarding Passes from Gmail - Joel https://t.ly/vxnpn

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS to Unveil new Surface 10 Pro, Laptop 6 (ARM) Ahead of Win11 AI Release - Larry https://t.ly/8dfpV Windows Native ZIP Support Bought a 1994 C4 Corvette LT1 - Chris https://t.ly/dzG3r MS Killing Subsystem for Android in 2025 - Joel & Chris https://t.ly/44A8F

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment TechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry – What to Do if Your Phone is Stolen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Pickwick Herbal Sterrunmunt Mint Tea - $17 https://t.ly/VYtgP

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission...]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 81 - It's More than Just a Pretty Face

Recorded Sunday March 10, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment macOS Sonoma 14.4 New Features - Larry https://t.ly/k3_Af M3 MacBook Air in the House! - Larry 20" Foldable MacBook: Kuo - Chris https://t.ly/Ps0D_ Apple Being Sued for its iCloud Backup Monopoly - Larry https://t.ly/RQlDa

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment OnePlus Watch 2 in the House! - Chris Google One Starts Including Fitbit Premium and Nest Aware - Joel https://t.ly/nI_C4 iTG Marked Safe in the Great Facebook Outage of 2024 - Joel https://t.ly/26cGK Google Wallet can now Show Movie Tickets and Boarding Passes from Gmail - Joel https://t.ly/vxnpn

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS to Unveil new Surface 10 Pro, Laptop 6 (ARM) Ahead of Win11 AI Release - Larry https://t.ly/8dfpV Windows Native ZIP Support Bought a 1994 C4 Corvette LT1 - Chris https://t.ly/dzG3r MS Killing Subsystem for Android in 2025 - Joel & Chris https://t.ly/44A8F

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Tip of the Week Segment TechGear was founded with the intent of making technology easy for everyone to use and understand. This team has dedicated their writing careers to that purpose. Every week, starting with episode 81, the iTechGear Weekly will feature a new Computing Tip, authored by one of our experienced editors. Questions, requests and suggestions can be sent to tips@itechgear.org.

Larry – What to Do if Your Phone is Stolen

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris Pickwick Herbal Sterrunmunt Mint Tea - $17 https://t.ly/VYtgP

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission...]]> iTechGear.org false no 5920 full 80 3 80 3 Episode 80 - It's Dead, Jim! Episode 80 - It's Dead, Jim! Ep. 80: It's Dead, Jim. We’ve got a full crew! This week, we discuss The Apple Car is Dead, You Gotta Have an Account for That, and EU Probes MS Security Software for Anti-Competitive Practices. Join us for these & more. No No 91ea704b-c220-48d5-a337-2d0e03675b95 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 18:48:56 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-80-its-dead-jim The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 80 - It's Dead, Jim!

Recorded Sunday March 04, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment The Apple Car is Dead - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/JzaRa, https://t.ly/8zkD_ Is Apple Car's Death Good for CarPlay? - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/s_vmJ Apple Dumped Leather for Fine Woven Cases and they Just Suck! - Larry https://t.ly/wK-Ej

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment You Gotta Have an Account for that... - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/FgF1f Pixel Watch 3 to come in a Larger Size - Chris https://t.ly/UXoQI Google Satelite SOS starts Appearing on Pixel Phones - Joel https://t.ly/P9JDq

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month.

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Windows Segment EU Probes MS Security Software for Anti-Competitive Practices - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/gMvNy MS' latest Windows 11 Update Relased 2/29 and is AI Heavy - Chris G https://t.ly/4U0dy New Outlook for Windows SUCKS! – Larry & ChrisG (I think we both equally hate it) https://t.ly/Xpr2D

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Logitech MX Anywhere 3S Mouse - $80 t.ly/g9TwK

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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 80 - It's Dead, Jim!

Recorded Sunday March 04, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment The Apple Car is Dead - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/JzaRa, https://t.ly/8zkD_ Is Apple Car's Death Good for CarPlay? - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/s_vmJ Apple Dumped Leather for Fine Woven Cases and they Just Suck! - Larry https://t.ly/wK-Ej

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment You Gotta Have an Account for that... - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/FgF1f Pixel Watch 3 to come in a Larger Size - Chris https://t.ly/UXoQI Google Satelite SOS starts Appearing on Pixel Phones - Joel https://t.ly/P9JDq

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month.

This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment EU Probes MS Security Software for Anti-Competitive Practices - Chris & Larry https://t.ly/gMvNy MS' latest Windows 11 Update Relased 2/29 and is AI Heavy - Chris G https://t.ly/4U0dy New Outlook for Windows SUCKS! – Larry & ChrisG (I think we both equally hate it) https://t.ly/Xpr2D

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Logitech MX Anywhere 3S Mouse - $80 t.ly/g9TwK

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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4844 full 79 3 79 3 Episode 79 - AT&T Can't Get it Up Episode 79 - AT&T Can't Get it Up Ep. 79: AT&T Can’t Get it Up. Chris G. is back and joins the usual suspects; but today, AT&T Network Succumbed to Bad Process/Code & not a Cyber Attack, Galaxy AI Features Coming to Older Phones, and Dear Microsoft. Join us for these & more. No No d6ddff38-6234-4011-b8e1-2b602d694371 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 02:20:37 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-79-att-cant-get-it-up The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 79 - AT&T Can't Get it Up

Recorded Sunday Feburary 25, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment AT&T Network Succumbed to Bad Process/Code & not a Cyber Attack - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/I7iLu, https://t.ly/9pQVK Apple Doubles iPhone 15 Series Battery Life by Updating a Support Document - Larry https://t.ly/oHflu Vision Pro Visors are Cracking for no Apparent Reason - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ujrRy

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Galaxy AI Features Coming to Older Phones - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/A7Avx Google Announces Gemma - Joel https://t.ly/j532J, https://t.ly/bzpwL What to Expect at MWC - Joel https://t.ly/PmQhH

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Dear Microsoft - Larry Walmart is Tired of Just Being a Store - Chris G. & Larry https://t.ly/WnTsu MS Wants to Update your PC w/out a Forced Reboot - Joel https://t.ly/xepDs

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
Field Notes: Expedition 3-Pack Waterproof Notebook with Dot-Graph Paper $14.95 https://t.ly/NLtKc

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]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 79 - AT&T Can't Get it Up

Recorded Sunday Feburary 25, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment AT&T Network Succumbed to Bad Process/Code & not a Cyber Attack - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/I7iLu, https://t.ly/9pQVK Apple Doubles iPhone 15 Series Battery Life by Updating a Support Document - Larry https://t.ly/oHflu Vision Pro Visors are Cracking for no Apparent Reason - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ujrRy

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Galaxy AI Features Coming to Older Phones - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/A7Avx Google Announces Gemma - Joel https://t.ly/j532J, https://t.ly/bzpwL What to Expect at MWC - Joel https://t.ly/PmQhH

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Dear Microsoft - Larry Walmart is Tired of Just Being a Store - Chris G. & Larry https://t.ly/WnTsu MS Wants to Update your PC w/out a Forced Reboot - Joel https://t.ly/xepDs

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
Field Notes: Expedition 3-Pack Waterproof Notebook with Dot-Graph Paper $14.95 https://t.ly/NLtKc

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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5533 full 78 3 78 3 Episode 78 - My Tones are not Dulseting Episode 78 - My Tones are not Dulseting Ep. 78: My Tones are not Dulseting. Chris G. is out this week, but today, iMessage isn't Big Enough to Warrant an Anti-Trust Investigation, Unboxing the Samsung S24 Ultra, and MS' 5th Moment is coming soon. Join us for these & more. No No b3f199d3-4e55-4842-9c93-1ec7124680cb Wed, 21 Feb 2024 02:18:30 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-78-my-tones-are-not-dulseting The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 78 - My Tones are not Dulseting

Recorded Sunday Feburary 18, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment iMessage isn't Big Enough to Warrant Anti-Trust Investigation - Chris https://t.ly/HapjC iPhone 16 Series may use a Vertical Camera Array - Chris https://t.ly/6D6rI, https://t.ly/jCR0v Epic's Fortnite Returning to iPhone, but only in the EU- Joel https://t.ly/0qjfT, https://t.ly/J4v1h Apple Suspends Foldables Testing After Display Quality Issues - Larry https://t.ly/gsDIH

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Unboxing the Samsung S24 Ultra - Chris https://wp.me/p164qm-1qu Apple Supporting RCS to Comply with Chinese Regulations - Joel https://t.ly/NWRAT

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS' 5th Moment coming soon - Larry https://t.ly/CVOwh Hackers used new Windows Defender Zero Day to drop Malware - Joel https://t.ly/WkNcR You can't use the New Outlook without EDGE Installed - Larry https://t.ly/xfaZ7 14 Windows 11 Features you Should Disable - Chris https://t.ly/royUk

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.
Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
Motorola Razr 2019 - Verizon - $165 https://t.ly/ytwyZ

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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 78 - My Tones are not Dulseting

Recorded Sunday Feburary 18, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment iMessage isn't Big Enough to Warrant Anti-Trust Investigation - Chris https://t.ly/HapjC iPhone 16 Series may use a Vertical Camera Array - Chris https://t.ly/6D6rI, https://t.ly/jCR0v Epic's Fortnite Returning to iPhone, but only in the EU- Joel https://t.ly/0qjfT, https://t.ly/J4v1h Apple Suspends Foldables Testing After Display Quality Issues - Larry https://t.ly/gsDIH

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Unboxing the Samsung S24 Ultra - Chris https://wp.me/p164qm-1qu Apple Supporting RCS to Comply with Chinese Regulations - Joel https://t.ly/NWRAT

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS' 5th Moment coming soon - Larry https://t.ly/CVOwh Hackers used new Windows Defender Zero Day to drop Malware - Joel https://t.ly/WkNcR You can't use the New Outlook without EDGE Installed - Larry https://t.ly/xfaZ7 14 Windows 11 Features you Should Disable - Chris https://t.ly/royUk

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.
Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
Motorola Razr 2019 - Verizon - $165 https://t.ly/ytwyZ

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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4726 full 77 3 77 3 Episode 77 - I Want my Pi to go from Micro to Mini Episode 77 - I Want my Pi to go from Micro to Mini Ep. 77: I Want my Pi to go from Micro to Mini. We’re ready to go w/ a full crew! This week, we discuss Vision Pro owners struggling with the product’s identity, Raspberry Pi5 in the house, & a redesigned iCloud for Windows. Join us for these & more. No No 82fef859-ca05-4adf-b7e9-20c74b88bafa Tue, 13 Feb 2024 21:32:25 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-77-i-want-my-pi-to-go-from-micro-to-mini The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 77 - I Want my Pi to go from Micro to Mini

Recorded Monday Feburary 12, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Vision Pro Owners are Struggling to Understand What they Bought - Larry https://t.ly/-Q6kz Vision Pro EyeSight Feature Doesn't Work - Larry https://t.ly/gULye Apple Launched a new Open Source Programming Language - Larry https://t.ly/UPHb7 Foldable iPhones/iPads Under Active Development - Chris https://t.ly/EvW1j Apple joines Meta, Google & Facebook in AI Governance Initiative - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/2g5BE Apple Settles Trade Secret Lawsuit Against Rival, Rivos - Chris G. https://t.ly/4pD4A

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Raspberry Pi in the House - Joel Bitlocker Broken with a Raspberry Pi Pico - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/VqIRd Google is Rebranding Bard to Gemini - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/zI2gQ

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech
understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment iCloud for Windows Redesigned, Apple Music & Apple TV Exit Preview - Larry, Chris G https://t.ly/3Qmzp Microsoft PC Manager Contains Questionable Content - Chris G. https://t.ly/PusrR

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Emergency Fire Blankets - $10 https://t.ly/O0z7h

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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 77 - I Want my Pi to go from Micro to Mini

Recorded Monday Feburary 12, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Vision Pro Owners are Struggling to Understand What they Bought - Larry https://t.ly/-Q6kz Vision Pro EyeSight Feature Doesn't Work - Larry https://t.ly/gULye Apple Launched a new Open Source Programming Language - Larry https://t.ly/UPHb7 Foldable iPhones/iPads Under Active Development - Chris https://t.ly/EvW1j Apple joines Meta, Google & Facebook in AI Governance Initiative - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/2g5BE Apple Settles Trade Secret Lawsuit Against Rival, Rivos - Chris G. https://t.ly/4pD4A

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Raspberry Pi in the House - Joel Bitlocker Broken with a Raspberry Pi Pico - Chris & Joel https://t.ly/VqIRd Google is Rebranding Bard to Gemini - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/zI2gQ

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech
understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment iCloud for Windows Redesigned, Apple Music & Apple TV Exit Preview - Larry, Chris G https://t.ly/3Qmzp Microsoft PC Manager Contains Questionable Content - Chris G. https://t.ly/PusrR

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Emergency Fire Blankets - $10 https://t.ly/O0z7h

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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5306 full 76 3 76 3 Episode 76 - Don't Drive Angry! Episode 76 - Don't Drive Angry! Ep. 76: Don’t Drive Angry. We’re ready to go with a full crew! This week, we discuss Apple Releases Vision Pro, eSIMS: Whom do they Benefit & why they're a PITA, New OneDrive Design Starts Rolling out. Join us for these & more. No No a4ea3ade-5122-4fa1-8698-adbf4da482cf Wed, 07 Feb 2024 01:51:05 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-76-dont-drive-angry The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 76 - Don't Drive Angry...

Recorded Sunday Feburary 04, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Apple Releases Vision Pro (on Ground Hog's Day, no less...) - Chris Vision Pro Reviews are Pouring In. Don't Bother Reading them we'll Interpret them for You - Chris G. https://t.ly/1LTvk Why Tim Cook is all in on the Vision Pro - Larry https://t.ly/M2WtQ Is the Apple App Store a Monopoly or Not? - Chris https://t.ly/jpdtg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment eSIMS: Whom do they Benefit & Why they're a PITA - Joel https://t.ly/C_vKI Why RTO isn't Working - Chris G. A Tale of Two Devices (check up on my returned OnePlus Open) - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/wqcuU

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment New OneDrive Design Starts Rolling out to Consumers - Larry https://t.ly/p7IPh Microsoft is Usurping End User Browser Choice - AGAIN! - Larry https://t.ly/Z9EpZ Windows 11's New Backup Utility - Chris G. & Larry https://t.ly/7nyjq

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
OLIGHT I5R HCRI 285 Lumens Rechargeable Tail-Switch LED Flashlight Powered by USB Rechargeable Battery - $36 https://a.co/d/0GIBoWk

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 76 - Don't Drive Angry...

Recorded Sunday Feburary 04, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment Apple Releases Vision Pro (on Ground Hog's Day, no less...) - Chris Vision Pro Reviews are Pouring In. Don't Bother Reading them we'll Interpret them for You - Chris G. https://t.ly/1LTvk Why Tim Cook is all in on the Vision Pro - Larry https://t.ly/M2WtQ Is the Apple App Store a Monopoly or Not? - Chris https://t.ly/jpdtg

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment eSIMS: Whom do they Benefit & Why they're a PITA - Joel https://t.ly/C_vKI Why RTO isn't Working - Chris G. A Tale of Two Devices (check up on my returned OnePlus Open) - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/wqcuU

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment New OneDrive Design Starts Rolling out to Consumers - Larry https://t.ly/p7IPh Microsoft is Usurping End User Browser Choice - AGAIN! - Larry https://t.ly/Z9EpZ Windows 11's New Backup Utility - Chris G. & Larry https://t.ly/7nyjq

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
OLIGHT I5R HCRI 285 Lumens Rechargeable Tail-Switch LED Flashlight Powered by USB Rechargeable Battery - $36 https://a.co/d/0GIBoWk

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6578 full 75 3 75 3 Episode 75 - You can Pick Your Friends, but... Episode 75 - You can Pick Your Friends, but... Ep. 75: You Can Pick Your Friends, but. We’re ready to go with a full crew! This week, we discuss iOS 18 will have Siri Boosted by AI, Ring Ending its RFA Video Program, and Have AIs Peaked, among other topics. Join us for these & more. No No 0336ade3-4939-4e57-952f-41a2d06ca533 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:08:05 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-75-you-can-pick-your-friends-but The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 75 - You Can Pick Your Friends, But...

Recorded Sunday January 28, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment iOS 18 will have Siri Boosted by AI - Chris https://t.ly/t1Zw1 iOS 17.3 & Stolen Device Protection - Chris & Chris G. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212510

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Ring Ending its Request for Assistance (RFA) Video Program - Joel & Larry https://t.ly/GIdNc Tesla Cyber Truck has Fatal Finger Flaw - Joel https://t.ly/5tkhy Is this the Pixel 9 Pro - Joel https://t.ly/8YkrN Mother of all Data Breaches - Larry https://apple.news/ATfZgENkeRtaU29UHRrHPuQ A Tale of Two Devices - Chris G. & Chris

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Have Ais Peaked? - Chris https://t.ly/gvh-M Google Launches WoA Version of Chrome - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/aJ47W

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use, and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris COJOC 5PCS for Magsafe Ring,Universal Magnetic Adapter Sticker - $9.99 https://t.ly/QNzq0

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 75 - You Can Pick Your Friends, But...

Recorded Sunday January 28, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment iOS 18 will have Siri Boosted by AI - Chris https://t.ly/t1Zw1 iOS 17.3 & Stolen Device Protection - Chris & Chris G. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212510

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Ring Ending its Request for Assistance (RFA) Video Program - Joel & Larry https://t.ly/GIdNc Tesla Cyber Truck has Fatal Finger Flaw - Joel https://t.ly/5tkhy Is this the Pixel 9 Pro - Joel https://t.ly/8YkrN Mother of all Data Breaches - Larry https://apple.news/ATfZgENkeRtaU29UHRrHPuQ A Tale of Two Devices - Chris G. & Chris

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Have Ais Peaked? - Chris https://t.ly/gvh-M Google Launches WoA Version of Chrome - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/aJ47W

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use, and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris COJOC 5PCS for Magsafe Ring,Universal Magnetic Adapter Sticker - $9.99 https://t.ly/QNzq0

Copyright 2024 by Chris Spera & iTechGear.org. All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited.

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5431 full 74 3 74 3 Episode 74 - The Mac at 40: Now that's a Computer I'd like to... Episode 74 - The Mac at 40: Now that's a Computer I'd like to... Ep. 74: The Mac at 40 – That’s a Computer I’d like to... We’re ready to go! This week we discuss The Mac at 40, Health Tracking via a Smartwatch, and Windows 11 Officially Supporting M3 Macs. Join us for these & more. No No ce2e01b7-604c-458d-9518-808c4505655e Tue, 23 Jan 2024 23:38:53 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-74-the-mac-at-40-now-thats-a-computer-id-like-to The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 74 - Mac at 40 - A Computer I'd like to…

Recorded Sunday January 21, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment The Mac at 40 - Larry & Joel
Will Vision Pro be a Success or Not - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/nRDwU

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Health Tracking - Joel Article Pending Galaxy Unpacked 2024 - Chris https://t.ly/3COet, https://t.ly/uM6OA Samsung AI Supported on S24 Series - Chrs G. & Joel https://t.ly/PmniW

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Windows 11 Officially Supported on M3 Macs - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ReT3 Windows 11 AI PCs/ Windows 12 will Require 16GB of RAM - Chris G. https://t.ly/CB7hp, https://t.ly/yl6c8

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Innovo Deluxe iP900AP Fingertip Pulse Oximeter – $36.99 https://t.ly/RjpYo

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 74 - Mac at 40 - A Computer I'd like to…

Recorded Sunday January 21, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment The Mac at 40 - Larry & Joel
Will Vision Pro be a Success or Not - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/nRDwU

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Health Tracking - Joel Article Pending Galaxy Unpacked 2024 - Chris https://t.ly/3COet, https://t.ly/uM6OA Samsung AI Supported on S24 Series - Chrs G. & Joel https://t.ly/PmniW

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Windows 11 Officially Supported on M3 Macs - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ReT3 Windows 11 AI PCs/ Windows 12 will Require 16GB of RAM - Chris G. https://t.ly/CB7hp, https://t.ly/yl6c8

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry Innovo Deluxe iP900AP Fingertip Pulse Oximeter – $36.99 https://t.ly/RjpYo

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6140 full 73 3 73 3 Episode 73 - CEMeh! I Can't UnMEH That Episode 73 - CEMeh! I Can't UnMEH That Ep. 73: CEMeh! I Can't UnMEH That. Happy New Year! The whole crew is back! In this episode –ITC Opposes Stay in Apple Watch Sales Ban, Google's CES Announcements, MS Adding AI Writing Assistance to (of all things) Notepad. Join us for these & more. No No 463e2f52-5b96-4b3d-b154-8753da1990b5 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 01:46:29 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-73-cemeh-i-cant-unmeh-that The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 73 - CEMeh: I Can't Un-Meh That

Recorded Sunday January 14, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment ITC Opposes Stay in Apple Watch Sales Ban - Chris https://t.ly/X0-h- Vision Pro Release Date & Contents - Chris G. https://t.ly/j3Tgm Vision Pro Ordering Process is Complicated - Larry https://t.ly/26ah3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment
Google's CES Announcements - Larry https://t.ly/JH3UO Google and Bing under fire for Deep fake Porn as AI Brews more Trouble - Joel https://t.ly/kA-8L Google Reorganizing Pixel Hardware - Chris G. https://t.ly/WEoM

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Adding AI Writing Assistance to (of all things) Notepad - Chris https://t.ly/IO_fU EU Looking into MS' AI Investment - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/5YvOj

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel USB C Fast Charger 100W GaN Compact 6 Port USB C Charging Station HUB Block Portable Wall Charger - $26.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GJXVHVK?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details $36.99 https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Sacrack-Charging-Compatible-iPhone14/dp/B0BXJ873X2/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Sacrack&qid=1705280396&sr=8-4

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 73 - CEMeh: I Can't Un-Meh That

Recorded Sunday January 14, 2024 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment ITC Opposes Stay in Apple Watch Sales Ban - Chris https://t.ly/X0-h- Vision Pro Release Date & Contents - Chris G. https://t.ly/j3Tgm Vision Pro Ordering Process is Complicated - Larry https://t.ly/26ah3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment
Google's CES Announcements - Larry https://t.ly/JH3UO Google and Bing under fire for Deep fake Porn as AI Brews more Trouble - Joel https://t.ly/kA-8L Google Reorganizing Pixel Hardware - Chris G. https://t.ly/WEoM

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Adding AI Writing Assistance to (of all things) Notepad - Chris https://t.ly/IO_fU EU Looking into MS' AI Investment - Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/5YvOj

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel USB C Fast Charger 100W GaN Compact 6 Port USB C Charging Station HUB Block Portable Wall Charger - $26.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GJXVHVK?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details $36.99 https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Sacrack-Charging-Compatible-iPhone14/dp/B0BXJ873X2/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Sacrack&qid=1705280396&sr=8-4

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 4927 full 72 3 72 3 Episode 72 - I got your Show Title Right Here! Episode 72 - I got your Show Title Right Here! Ep. 72: I’ve got your Show Title Right Here! Larry’s away, & Todd Ogasawara is a guest! In this episode – Beeper Mini Saga Continues, OnePlus Open - Continued Thoughts, & MS Copilot Offers False Election Questions Info. Join us for these & more. No No 53ea30f9-8660-4424-b9d9-22be9354e61b Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:39:15 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-72-i-got-your-show-title-right-here The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 72 - I've Got Your Show Title Right Here!

Recorded Sunday December 17, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Todd Ogasawara - Host of the Mobile Views Podcast, Former Contributor at BYTE.com

**Important! - Read and Understand the article directly below!!
Staying Safe Online https://itechgear.org/2023/11/22/staying-safe-online/

Apple Segment Beeper Mini Saga Continues - Chris & Chris G.
GM's Decision to ditch CarPlay and Android Auto is about Data and Money - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/xVLA7, https://t.ly/aCzVA Apple Offers Contingent Pricing - Chris & Todd https://t.ly/qGYrs

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment OnePlus Open - Continued Thoughts a Few Weeks In - Chris G. & Chris https://t.ly/S34J0  Google vs. Epic Reaches a Verdict: Illegal Monopoly - Joel & Todd https://t.ly/HaLEG The curious case of Epic Games: how the developer beat Google but not Apple https://t.ly/15qPG

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Copilot Offers False Information on Election Questions - Chris G. https://t.ly/-5iIM Threads is Finally Available in Europe, but Requires Instagram - Joel & Todd https://t.ly/_Z5Av

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

My Top 2023 Black Friday Picks - Chris G. https://t.ly/EAQ6o

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 72 - I've Got Your Show Title Right Here!

Recorded Sunday December 17, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast
Todd Ogasawara - Host of the Mobile Views Podcast, Former Contributor at BYTE.com

**Important! - Read and Understand the article directly below!!
Staying Safe Online https://itechgear.org/2023/11/22/staying-safe-online/

Apple Segment Beeper Mini Saga Continues - Chris & Chris G.
GM's Decision to ditch CarPlay and Android Auto is about Data and Money - Joel & Chris G. https://t.ly/xVLA7, https://t.ly/aCzVA Apple Offers Contingent Pricing - Chris & Todd https://t.ly/qGYrs

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment OnePlus Open - Continued Thoughts a Few Weeks In - Chris G. & Chris https://t.ly/S34J0  Google vs. Epic Reaches a Verdict: Illegal Monopoly - Joel & Todd https://t.ly/HaLEG The curious case of Epic Games: how the developer beat Google but not Apple https://t.ly/15qPG

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
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With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment MS Copilot Offers False Information on Election Questions - Chris G. https://t.ly/-5iIM Threads is Finally Available in Europe, but Requires Instagram - Joel & Todd https://t.ly/_Z5Av

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

My Top 2023 Black Friday Picks - Chris G. https://t.ly/EAQ6o

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 7120 full 71 3 71 3 Episode 71 - Well, Doesn't THAT just Suck?! Episode 71 - Well, Doesn't THAT just Suck?! Ep. 71: Well, Doesn’t THAT just Suck?! All the usual suspects are with us. In this episode – How to Turn Off Duplex Printing from your Mac, More ARM Laptops! Yay??, and Surface Black Screen. Join us for these & other fun topics. No No fa59f580-b240-4199-a099-4e7b2ccc913e Wed, 13 Dec 2023 19:51:06 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-71-well-doesnt-that-just-suck The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 71 - Well, Doesn't THAT Just Suck!

Recorded Sunday December 10, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Important! - Read and Understand the article directly below!! Staying Safe Online https://itechgear.org/2023/11/22/staying-safe-online/

Apple Segment How to Turn Off Duplex Printing from your Mac - Chris https://t.ly/_0Ku0 Beeper Mini, BlueBubbles and Why Colored Text Bubbles Don't Matter, AND now its Dead - Chris & Chris G. - https://t.ly/_s2Ld, https://t.ly/KkCMi, https://t.ly/qzEFy, https://t.ly/6LhH3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment
More ARM Laptops! Yay?? Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/pLc_W, Your Mobile Password Manager is Leaking - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/vX9EP

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Surface Black Screen - Larry https://t.ly/z_3uY FTC & UK Regulators Investigating Microsoft's Relationship with OpenAI - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/CTfIR, https://t.ly/7cuTx Widgets in Windows will Finally be Useful - Chris https://t.ly/OVK4L

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

My Top 2023 Black Friday Picks - Chris https://t.ly/cDJIx

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 71 - Well, Doesn't THAT Just Suck!

Recorded Sunday December 10, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Important! - Read and Understand the article directly below!! Staying Safe Online https://itechgear.org/2023/11/22/staying-safe-online/

Apple Segment How to Turn Off Duplex Printing from your Mac - Chris https://t.ly/_0Ku0 Beeper Mini, BlueBubbles and Why Colored Text Bubbles Don't Matter, AND now its Dead - Chris & Chris G. - https://t.ly/_s2Ld, https://t.ly/KkCMi, https://t.ly/qzEFy, https://t.ly/6LhH3

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment
More ARM Laptops! Yay?? Larry & Chris G. https://t.ly/pLc_W, Your Mobile Password Manager is Leaking - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/vX9EP

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment Surface Black Screen - Larry https://t.ly/z_3uY FTC & UK Regulators Investigating Microsoft's Relationship with OpenAI - Chris G. & Joel https://t.ly/CTfIR, https://t.ly/7cuTx Widgets in Windows will Finally be Useful - Chris https://t.ly/OVK4L

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

My Top 2023 Black Friday Picks - Chris https://t.ly/cDJIx

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5509 full 70 3 70 3 Episode 70 - All I want for Christmas is a 32GB Stick Episode 70 - All I want for Christmas is a 32GB Stick Ep. 70: All I Want for Christmas is a 32GB Stick. All the usual suspects are with us. In this episode – Apple & Goldman Sachs are getting divorced, Continued OnePlus Open Impressions, & Surface Tips from the Team. Join us for these & other fun topics No No 3cf5a311-8456-4812-b546-4858a87f608a Wed, 06 Dec 2023 02:36:40 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-70-all-i-want-for-christmas-is-a-32gb-stick The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 70 - All I Want for Christmas is a 32Gig Stick

Recorded Sunday December 03, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

**Important! - Read and Understand the article directly below!!
Staying Safe Online https://itechgear.org/2023/11/22/staying-safe-online/

Apple Segment Apple and Goldman Sachs getting Divorced - Joel and Chris https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/28/apple-goldman-sachs-partnership-ending/ https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/12/03/chase-named-as-a-potential-partner-for-apple-card iOS 17.1.2 & Sonoma 14.1.2 Stop Browsers from Leaking Personal Data - Chris G. https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/11/30/ios-1712-sonoma-1412-updates-stop-browsers-from-leaking-personal-data NameDrop Misinformation is Causing iPhone Panic - Chris https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/27/ios-17-namedrop-misinformation/ https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/ios-share-contact-details-with-namedrop/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Continued updates and impressions OnePlus Open - Chris G https://itechgear.org/2023/11/28/oneplus-open-first-impressions/ New Google Messages Profile Images to Replace Contact Photos - Larry https://9to5google.com/2023/12/01/google-messages-profile-photos/ Google Drive Mysteriously Losing Data - Joel https://www.howtogeek.com/google-drive-is-mysteriously-losing-user-data/ Google Keep - Discovery of the Day - Larry

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment SP9/ Surface Tips - Larry & All (we all have used a Surface Pro) Group Article Pending - Discussion during Pre-Show

The "new" Outlook for Windows - Larry Article Pending

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments....]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 70 - All I Want for Christmas is a 32Gig Stick

Recorded Sunday December 03, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

**Important! - Read and Understand the article directly below!!
Staying Safe Online https://itechgear.org/2023/11/22/staying-safe-online/

Apple Segment Apple and Goldman Sachs getting Divorced - Joel and Chris https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/28/apple-goldman-sachs-partnership-ending/ https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/12/03/chase-named-as-a-potential-partner-for-apple-card iOS 17.1.2 & Sonoma 14.1.2 Stop Browsers from Leaking Personal Data - Chris G. https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/11/30/ios-1712-sonoma-1412-updates-stop-browsers-from-leaking-personal-data NameDrop Misinformation is Causing iPhone Panic - Chris https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/27/ios-17-namedrop-misinformation/ https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/ios-share-contact-details-with-namedrop/

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment Continued updates and impressions OnePlus Open - Chris G https://itechgear.org/2023/11/28/oneplus-open-first-impressions/ New Google Messages Profile Images to Replace Contact Photos - Larry https://9to5google.com/2023/12/01/google-messages-profile-photos/ Google Drive Mysteriously Losing Data - Joel https://www.howtogeek.com/google-drive-is-mysteriously-losing-user-data/ Google Keep - Discovery of the Day - Larry

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment SP9/ Surface Tips - Larry & All (we all have used a Surface Pro) Group Article Pending - Discussion during Pre-Show

The "new" Outlook for Windows - Larry Article Pending

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments....]]> iTechGear.org false no 5926 full 69 3 69 3 Episode 69 - Like Sands thru the Hour Glass, so it is at OpenAI yaiy-yaiy-yaiy-yaiy Episode 69 - Like Sands thru the Hour Glass, so it is at OpenAI yaiy-yaiy-yaiy-yaiy Ep. 69: Like Sands thru the Hour Glass, so it is at OpenAI yaiy-yaiy-yaiy-yaiy. In this episode - Sam Altman returns to OpenAI, Installing Chrome and Safari PWAs, and Please call it Windows 11.1 Already. Join us for these & other fun topics! No No fb8d520e-30a3-46f0-b483-80324c4b73de Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:50:32 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-69-like-sands-thru-the-hour-glass-so-it-is-at-openai-yaiy-yaiy-yaiy-yaiy The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 69 - Like Sands thru the Hour Glass, so it is at OpenAI yaiy-yaiy-yaiy-yaiy

Recorded Sunday November 26, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment
Sam Altman returns to Open AI as CEO, 3 of 5 Board Members Removed - Chris & Chris G https://t.ly/ZUuPH Adding Drives to Time Machine - Chris https://t.ly/2hr3p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Installing Chrome & Safari PWAs - Larry https://t.ly/ZaBuX Staying Safe Online - Larry https://t.ly/ZPbyq OnePlus Open Initial Impressions - Chris G Publishes Tuesday 11/28

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Please just Call it Windows 11.1 Already! - Chris https://t.ly/Pfi5- Casetify Steals Dbrand Products is Blatant Design Rip-Off - Joel https://t.ly/iOpiR, https://t.ly/guMhZ, https://t.ly/MdBHo Surface Pro 9 First Impressions vs. Surface Pro 8 - Larry Article Pending

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

My Top 2023 Black Friday Picks - Joel https://t.ly/5mtkP

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 69 - Like Sands thru the Hour Glass, so it is at OpenAI yaiy-yaiy-yaiy-yaiy

Recorded Sunday November 26, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment
Sam Altman returns to Open AI as CEO, 3 of 5 Board Members Removed - Chris & Chris G https://t.ly/ZUuPH Adding Drives to Time Machine - Chris https://t.ly/2hr3p

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Installing Chrome & Safari PWAs - Larry https://t.ly/ZaBuX Staying Safe Online - Larry https://t.ly/ZPbyq OnePlus Open Initial Impressions - Chris G Publishes Tuesday 11/28

iTechGear.org and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Please just Call it Windows 11.1 Already! - Chris https://t.ly/Pfi5- Casetify Steals Dbrand Products is Blatant Design Rip-Off - Joel https://t.ly/iOpiR, https://t.ly/guMhZ, https://t.ly/MdBHo Surface Pro 9 First Impressions vs. Surface Pro 8 - Larry Article Pending

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

My Top 2023 Black Friday Picks - Joel https://t.ly/5mtkP

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6003 full 68 3 68 3 Episode 68 - My Package has a First Name Episode 68 - My Package has a First Name Ep. 68: My Package has a First Name. We’ve got a full crew. In this episode -Apple to Adopt RCS Messaging, Google Maps Holiday Update, and OpenAI CEO let go by Board, among other topics. Join us for these & other fun topics! No No 734ed338-ee63-4da7-8088-70c971197bba Wed, 22 Nov 2023 02:05:43 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-68-my-package-has-a-first-name The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 68 - My Package has a First Name

Recorded Sunday November 19, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

Apple to Adopt RCS Messaging - Chris https://t.ly/P6LVu, https://t.ly/vzVSh, https://t.ly/5wsiN Apple Extends Free Satelite SOS Feature - Chris G. https://t.ly/JwQtd

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Google Maps Holiday Update - Joel https://t.ly/CxQIg OnePlus Open Ships with Uninstallable Facebook/Meta Services - Chris G. https://t.ly/YUI69 Google Tasks UI comes to Calendar on the Web - Larry https://t.ly/2xtNP

iTechGear is on Patreon!
iTechGear.or and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month. With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech Understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Unstall EDGE, Bing and Disable ads in Windows 11 - Larry https://t.ly/0Jkqd Western Digital SSD Failures due to Design Flaw - Larry https://t.ly/lEJrM OpenAI CEO let go by Board - President Quits - MS Surprised - Now CEO may return - Chris G

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic ($369 for LTE or $316 for WiFi) https://https://t.ly/PNVLL

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 68 - My Package has a First Name

Recorded Sunday November 19, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

Apple to Adopt RCS Messaging - Chris https://t.ly/P6LVu, https://t.ly/vzVSh, https://t.ly/5wsiN Apple Extends Free Satelite SOS Feature - Chris G. https://t.ly/JwQtd

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Google Maps Holiday Update - Joel https://t.ly/CxQIg OnePlus Open Ships with Uninstallable Facebook/Meta Services - Chris G. https://t.ly/YUI69 Google Tasks UI comes to Calendar on the Web - Larry https://t.ly/2xtNP

iTechGear is on Patreon!
iTechGear.or and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month. With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech Understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Unstall EDGE, Bing and Disable ads in Windows 11 - Larry https://t.ly/0Jkqd Western Digital SSD Failures due to Design Flaw - Larry https://t.ly/lEJrM OpenAI CEO let go by Board - President Quits - MS Surprised - Now CEO may return - Chris G

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Larry
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic ($369 for LTE or $316 for WiFi) https://https://t.ly/PNVLL

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5318 full 67 3 67 3 Episode 67 - It's a Color Issue Episode 67 - It's a Color Issue Ep. 67: It’s a Color Issue. We’ve got a full crew. In this episode -M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro is a Desktop Class AI Monster, Google Calendar Color Issue, and Lenovo's X1 16 Fold is Now Available, among other topics. Join us for these & other fun topics! No No 0d62cd90-f063-4f28-8baa-9176acaa20a8 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 01:55:38 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-67-its-a-color-issue The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 67 - It's a Color Issue

Recorded Sunday November 12, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro is a Desktop Class AI Monster - Larry https://t.ly/XeVC1 Is it Worth the Upgrade - M3 vs. M1 - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/PeDnl Apple Watch Ultra fall detection dials 911 after man with diabetes falls unconscious - Chris https://t.ly/JPwo5 Project Alaska - Vision Pro 2 Headset in the Works for '25 or '26 - Chris https://t.ly/NpmDx

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Google Calendar (Android) Color Issue - Larry Article by Larry TBD Android 14 and OneUI 6 Rollout - Larry Article by Larry TBD Don't Get Scammed - Don't buy New Release Items from eBay - Joel https://it.ly/NpmDx

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Windows Segment

Lenovo's X1 16 Fold is Now Available - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ofB_F Windows Server 2012 gets Extended Support Time - Joel https://t.ly/bVMns Windows Phone Retrospective - Chris G & Chris https://t.ly/bVMns If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
RTL-SDR Blog V3 R860 RTL2832U - $43.95 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMKB3L47?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 67 - It's a Color Issue

Recorded Sunday November 12, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro is a Desktop Class AI Monster - Larry https://t.ly/XeVC1 Is it Worth the Upgrade - M3 vs. M1 - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/PeDnl Apple Watch Ultra fall detection dials 911 after man with diabetes falls unconscious - Chris https://t.ly/JPwo5 Project Alaska - Vision Pro 2 Headset in the Works for '25 or '26 - Chris https://t.ly/NpmDx

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Google Calendar (Android) Color Issue - Larry Article by Larry TBD Android 14 and OneUI 6 Rollout - Larry Article by Larry TBD Don't Get Scammed - Don't buy New Release Items from eBay - Joel https://it.ly/NpmDx

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Windows Segment

Lenovo's X1 16 Fold is Now Available - Chris & Chris G. https://t.ly/ofB_F Windows Server 2012 gets Extended Support Time - Joel https://t.ly/bVMns Windows Phone Retrospective - Chris G & Chris https://t.ly/bVMns If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
RTL-SDR Blog V3 R860 RTL2832U - $43.95 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMKB3L47?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 5035 full 66 3 66 3 Episode 66 - Execute Episode 66 Episode 66 - Execute Episode 66 Ep. 66: Execute Episode 66. We’ve got a full crew. In this week's episode - Apple Announcement Results, Linux Devs - Bug makes MacBooks Unbootable, MS Providing 6 Years of Firmware Updates for Surface Devices. Join us for these & other fun topics! No No 229ca161-1f3b-44bd-b797-5dbd339d5ae1 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:06:35 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-66-execute-episode-66 The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 66 - Execute Episode 66

Recorded Sunday November 05, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

Apple Announcement Results - Chris Apple Watch was Supposed to Launch with Glucose Monitoring - Larry https://t.ly/pFWE- Best Password Managers for your iPhone & your Mac - Larry https://t.ly/K0WUf

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Linux Developers Stumble on Bug making MacBooks Unbootable - Joel https://t.ly/9joZ0 Raspberry Pi 5 Scalpers Push Prices Up to 109% Above MSRP - Joel https://t.ly/iEYYT Google Meet Allows Calls without Sending a Link https://t.ly/sDt8u

iTechGear.or and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

MS Committing to 6 Years of Firmware Updates for Surface Devices - Chris https://t.ly/BUUi1 MS Details Deprecated features in 23H2 - Larry https://t.ly/xC6qp Snapdragon X Elite announced - Chris G. https://t.ly/iJgGH, https://t.ly/h2Y00, https://t.ly/gn1Gq

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
MioHHR Compatible for Google Pixel Watch Band Metal, Stainless Steel Case with Wristband Strap for Pixel Watch 2022 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBRWR3P2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1&psc=1

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 66 - Execute Episode 66

Recorded Sunday November 05, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

Apple Announcement Results - Chris Apple Watch was Supposed to Launch with Glucose Monitoring - Larry https://t.ly/pFWE- Best Password Managers for your iPhone & your Mac - Larry https://t.ly/K0WUf

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Linux Developers Stumble on Bug making MacBooks Unbootable - Joel https://t.ly/9joZ0 Raspberry Pi 5 Scalpers Push Prices Up to 109% Above MSRP - Joel https://t.ly/iEYYT Google Meet Allows Calls without Sending a Link https://t.ly/sDt8u

iTechGear.or and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.

Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

MS Committing to 6 Years of Firmware Updates for Surface Devices - Chris https://t.ly/BUUi1 MS Details Deprecated features in 23H2 - Larry https://t.ly/xC6qp Snapdragon X Elite announced - Chris G. https://t.ly/iJgGH, https://t.ly/h2Y00, https://t.ly/gn1Gq

If we're ever sponsored, an ad would be done here, between segments.

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Chris
MioHHR Compatible for Google Pixel Watch Band Metal, Stainless Steel Case with Wristband Strap for Pixel Watch 2022 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBRWR3P2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1&psc=1

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> iTechGear.org false no 6418 full 65 3 65 3 Episode 65 - Full-Sized Twix Bars Episode 65 - Full-Sized Twix Bars Ep. 65: Full-Sized Twix Bars! Mr. Gavula is out this week on a business trip. Be safe Chris. In this week's episode - Apple's Mac Event, S24 Series Launches 1/24, & MS is Auto-Installing Dev Home Preview. Join us for these and other fun topics! No No 4aa9f63e-7190-4512-91c9-a627f8eb71a3 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 02:49:13 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/episode-65-full-sized-twix-bars The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 65 - Full Sized Twix Bars

Recorded Sunday October 29, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts

  • Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org
  • Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired
  • Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
  • Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

Apple's Scarey Fast Mac Event - Chris https://www.apple.com/apple-events/

  • Notebooks ** 14" & 16" MacBook Pros
  • 24" iMac with M3 Processor
    ** Other computers, MBA, Mac mini, Mac Studio, & Mac Pro: no updates until 2024
  • USB-C Accessories ** Magic Mouse, Keyboard & Trackpad

Unhappy iPhone 15 Series Owners - Larry https://apple.news/Au0y-SQgrQVesmVUyRSEccw

Sonoma 14.1 Relased - Joel https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/25/macos-sonoma-14-1/

Technical Details of iMessage Contact Key - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/27/apple-technical-details-contact-key-verification/

The iTechGear Weekly is now available via nearly any podcatcher and podcasting service you could imagine, including Pandora, Spotify, and many others! Check it out!

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Samsung S24 to Launch in January with Satelite SOS Feature? - Larry https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/the-samsung-galaxy-s24-looks-likely-to-launch-in-january

Basing Security on Geo-Location is Stupid - Joel Upcoming Article by Joel

Another Interesting Motorola Android Concept - Joel https://www.droid-life.com/2023/10/24/motorola-taking-foldable-displays-to-next-level-with-flexible-hardware/

iTechGear.or and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech-understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Microsoft Auto-Installing Dev Home Preview - Larry https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/dev-home-preview/9N8MHTPHNGVV?gl=&hl=

Satya Says Killing Windows Phone was a Strategic Mistake - Chris https://www.apple.com/apple-events/

  • Notebooks ** 14" & 16" MacBook Pros
  • 24" iMac with M3 Processor
    ** Other computers, MBA, Mac mini, Mac Studio, & Mac Pro: no updates until 2024
  • USB-C Accessories ** Magic Mouse, Keyboard & Trackpad

Unhappy iPhone 15 Series Owners - Larry https://apple.news/Au0y-SQgrQVesmVUyRSEccw

Sonoma 14.1 Relased - Joel https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/25/macos-sonoma-14-1/

Technical Details of iMessage Contact Key - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/27/apple-technical-details-contact-key-verification/

The iTechGear Weekly is now available via nearly any podcatcher and podcasting service you could imagine, including Pandora, Spotify, and many others! Check it out!

Mobile/ Linux Segment

Samsung S24 to Launch in January with Satelite SOS Feature? - Larry https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/the-samsung-galaxy-s24-looks-likely-to-launch-in-january

Basing Security on Geo-Location is Stupid - Joel Upcoming Article by Joel

Another Interesting Motorola Android Concept - Joel https://www.droid-life.com/2023/10/24/motorola-taking-foldable-displays-to-next-level-with-flexible-hardware/

iTechGear.or and the iTechGear Weekly are on Patreon! Patreon is a platform for creators, allowing them to express their creative side in an organized, marketable fashion, and earn a living or create a side-hustle. You can create a community around your hobby of choice, gaining followers, members and supporters a long the way. You can create subscription products that for a pledged amount every month, you will provide to your members and followers.
Setup is easy, prices are reasonable, and you can have your pledges auto-deposited into an account of your choice every month.

With iTechGear.org, our inital offering is a monthly news letter for just $3.00 USD a month. This is our inital offering and we'll have other tiers and offers up in the coming months. Beccome a patron of our site. Grow with us, and we'll provide you with the tech-understanding that you're missing right now. Join us at www.patreon.com/itechgear. That's www.patreon.com/itechgear.

Windows Segment

Microsoft Auto-Installing Dev Home Preview - Larry https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/dev-home-preview/9N8MHTPHNGVV?gl=&hl=

Satya Says Killing Windows Phone was a Strategic Mistake - Chris full 64 3 64 3 Episode 64 - You Blockhead! Episode 64 - You Blockhead! iTechGear Weekly Episode 64: You Blockhead! We've got a full crew! In this week's episode - iPhone Crashes w/Flipper Zero, YouTube Blocking Ad Blockers, & AMZ Mgrs firing emps failing to Return to Office. Join us for these and other fun topics! No No 085d44b4-bde0-4dd1-b35c-2275db7e0e23 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 05:58:56 +0000 iTechGear.org https://itechgear-weekly.zencast.website/episodes/you-blockhead The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 64 - You Blockhead! Recorded Sunday October 22, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

iPhone Crashes with Flipper Zero - Joel https://www.zdnet.com/article/flipper-zero-can-lock-up-an-iphone-running-the-latest-ios-17/?ftag=COS-05-10aaa0h&utm_campaign=trueAnthem%3A%20Trending%20Content&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR0bIzyvUR_hnV5Njg9dhRiI0dUYW2VUs23G_CYcgTjRWBM-bZ7vlmPpSl4

Folding iPad in 2024 or 2025 - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/18/folding-ipad-2024-2025/

Apple Watch/Ultra 2 Bugs - Chris & Chris G. https://www.zdnet.com/article/its-not-just-the-new-iphone-thats-buggy-the-new-apple-watches-have-problems-too/

Mobile/ Linux Segment

YouTube Blocking Ad Blockers - Joel https://www.androidheadlines.com/2023/10/youtube-ad-blocker-ban-getting-resistance-from-users.html?fbclid=IwAR0BPOdVAuKzpSJoaWtqu3PLtV6fbJ1zPY-j71pDQKg2nRGYTL_IL-h486I

It was Only a Test - Chris https://9to5google.com/2023/10/19/t-mobile-price-hike-claim-small-test/

Pixel Watch gets WearOS 4 - Joel https://www.droid-life.com/2023/10/17/original-pixel-watch-gets-wear-os-4-update-today/?fbclid=IwAR0N-hX6HPgRZnlRxcyDa21aLO2LjBCk0is2wu9ewmBch5mVM3jeM6Mw-VI

Windows Segment

Amazon Managers free to fire those that fail to Return to Office - Chris https://www.aol.com/amazon-managers-given-greenlight-fire-105717030.html#

Microsoft Separating System Apps and Components - Larry https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-separating-system-apps-and-components-on-windows-11-23h2-to-help-users/

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
KOREDA Stainless Steel Mesh Loop Adjustable Magnetic Clasp Strap Pixel Watch $7.99 https://a.co/d/iYzb2LI

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> The iTechGear Weekly - Episode 64 - You Blockhead! Recorded Sunday October 22, 2023 - Live from iTechGear Central

Hosts
Chris Spera - EiC iTechGear.org Larry McJunkin - Co-owner, WUGNET Publications, Retired Christopher Gavula - former Contributing Editor Gear Diary and pocketnow.com
Joel McLaughlin - former Contributing Writer Gear Diary. Current The Linux Link Tech Show Host and Living in the Retro Arcade Podcast

Apple Segment

iPhone Crashes with Flipper Zero - Joel https://www.zdnet.com/article/flipper-zero-can-lock-up-an-iphone-running-the-latest-ios-17/?ftag=COS-05-10aaa0h&utm_campaign=trueAnthem%3A%20Trending%20Content&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR0bIzyvUR_hnV5Njg9dhRiI0dUYW2VUs23G_CYcgTjRWBM-bZ7vlmPpSl4

Folding iPad in 2024 or 2025 - Larry https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/18/folding-ipad-2024-2025/

Apple Watch/Ultra 2 Bugs - Chris & Chris G. https://www.zdnet.com/article/its-not-just-the-new-iphone-thats-buggy-the-new-apple-watches-have-problems-too/

Mobile/ Linux Segment

YouTube Blocking Ad Blockers - Joel https://www.androidheadlines.com/2023/10/youtube-ad-blocker-ban-getting-resistance-from-users.html?fbclid=IwAR0BPOdVAuKzpSJoaWtqu3PLtV6fbJ1zPY-j71pDQKg2nRGYTL_IL-h486I

It was Only a Test - Chris https://9to5google.com/2023/10/19/t-mobile-price-hike-claim-small-test/

Pixel Watch gets WearOS 4 - Joel https://www.droid-life.com/2023/10/17/original-pixel-watch-gets-wear-os-4-update-today/?fbclid=IwAR0N-hX6HPgRZnlRxcyDa21aLO2LjBCk0is2wu9ewmBch5mVM3jeM6Mw-VI

Windows Segment

Amazon Managers free to fire those that fail to Return to Office - Chris https://www.aol.com/amazon-managers-given-greenlight-fire-105717030.html#

Microsoft Separating System Apps and Components - Larry https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-separating-system-apps-and-components-on-windows-11-23h2-to-help-users/

Pick of the Week Segment

I’d like to take just a moment to let our listeners know that our show picks are typically hardware, software and other items of interest that we have individually purchased and actually use and like enough that we want to recommend them to you. They are not paid advertisements or items with which we have an affiliate marketing relationship. We sincerely believe in the picks we bring you at the end of each show.

Joel
KOREDA Stainless Steel Mesh Loop Adjustable Magnetic Clasp Strap Pixel Watch $7.99 https://a.co/d/iYzb2LI

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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