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Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week on Tech News Weekly! IKEA's smart home products are not quite there yet. NVIDIA unveiled DLSS 5 at GTC 2026 and faced backlash from within the gaming community. A powerful iPhone-hacking technique has been discovered to take over devices running iOS 18. And some updates on the probes into Tesla's and hands-free driving systems. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Andy Greenberg Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: outsystems.com/twithipebl.ai

What if logging in didn't mean juggling passwords and SMS codes? This episode demonstrates how Apple's Passwords app could make passkeys your new security upgrade and what may help protect your digital life. Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free audio and video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: outsystems.com/twit

Tired of notification overload, mystery badges, and apps that refuse to play nice? Rosemary and Mikah peel back the layers to reveal how to finally take charge of your alerts, your way. See the deeper controls, clever tricks, and more useful features that ca• Mastering iOS notification settings and privacy controls! • Fine-tuning app notifications: swipes, options, and in-app settings • iOS notification types: lock screen, banners, badges, and previews • Customizing notification display: stack, list, and count views • Exploring Apple Intelligence notification features and Siri Suggestions • Scheduled Notification Summaries: batch alerts for less disruption • Changing notification delivery on the fly • News: Apple launches AirPods Max 2 with new H2 chip and features • Shortcuts Corner: Removing unwanted bullets from reminders • App Caps: NeatPass and Spigen Classic LS accessory cases. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: outsystems.com/twit

In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah walks David through how to troubleshoot and set up a dual-boot system with Windows 10 and Windows 11 on separate SSDs. Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: Melissa.com/twit

Dan Moren of SixColors joins Mikah Sargent again on Tech News Weekly! Grammarly is facing a class action lawsuit over its AI 'Expert Review' feature. Live Nation's settlement with the DOJ does very little. A recap of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. And China is obsessed with OpenClaw AI. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren Guest: Abrar Al-Heeti Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twitjoindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWITzscaler.com/securityhipebl.ai

Apple's standalone Passwords app gives Keychain a proper home! Ready to clean up your secure digital life? This episode walks you through using Apple's Passwords app to spot weak logins, organize old accounts, and take control of your online security with tools already built into your devices. • Quick history: Keychain to iCloud Keychain to Passwords app • How to access the Passwords app on iPadOS, iOS, and macOS • Passwords app interface tour: categories, search, and shared groups • What autofill and notifications options you can enable in Passwords • Exploring the main categories: All, Passkeys, Codes, Wi-Fi, Security, Deleted • Viewing, editing, and sharing individual logins in the Passwords app • Manually adding, updating, or deleting passwords and usernames • Using search and sort to find and organize your saved logins • How autofill password suggestions work in Safari and system settings • Tweaking autofill and 3rd-party password manager integration • Homework: review and clean up your Passwords app before next episode Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free audio and video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: Melissa.com/twit

Apple's new iPad Air M4 gets the spotlight as Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard break down real-world performance jumps, discuss who actually needs all that power, and debate its role in the iPad family. If you're eyeing a tablet upgrade or wondering what sets the Air apart, this conversation cuts through the specs. • Apple unveils iPad Air M4: features, pricing, and lineup placement • iPad Air M4 specs, performance leap, and real-world use cases • Pro vs. Air vs. standard iPad: who should buy what • Apple intelligence, battery life, and new wireless connectivity in iPads • Student, family, and retiree use cases: choosing the right iPad • Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard elevate iPad Air versatility • News: Studio Display and Studio Display XDR are Apple's new monitor announcements • App Caps: Power Wash Simulator on Apple Arcade and a spring cleaning cable organization hack Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: shopify.com/ios

On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah helps Wayne understand why iPhone photos appear invisible or fail to copy when transferred to a Windows PC, and walks through the best methods to fix it. Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Dan Moren of SixColors joins Mikah Sargent this week on Tech News Weekly! Apple announced a whole new slew of products throughout the week, including the new MacBook Neo! A look into how Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses collect data. And how Google's new proposed system for apps could change the App Store game. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren Guest: Leah Nylen Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: hipebl.aioutsystems.com/twittrustedtech.team/twit365

Ready for an iPhone security audit? This episode is your personal walkthrough to reclaiming control, explaining not just what each privacy setting does but why changing them actually matters. Discover how hidden iOS settings let you outsmart sneaky trackers that follow you across apps, home networks, and even your own calendar. • App permissions: location, tracking, calendars, contacts, health, photos • Restricting calendar and photo access for better privacy • App access to files, folders, focus modes, and health data • Managing smart home and Apple Music permissions • Third-party browser passkeys and selective photo sharing • Apps controlling reminders and using Apple Wallet features • Peripheral and Bluetooth permissions to limit device profiling • Camera, microphone, and local network access by apps • Motion, fitness, and nearby device tracking permissions • Research and sensor data sharing for studies and health • Speech recognition and journaling suggestions using device activity • Viewing and managing blocked contacts and sharing via Safety Check • Safety Check's emergency resets and granular access control • Sensitive content warnings for nudity in photos or videos • Sharing analytics with Apple and app developers (opt-in controls) • Reviewing app transparency logs and network activity reports • Accessory connection permissions and security update automation • Stolen Device Protection and Lockdown Mode explained Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free audio and video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT

Apple's iPhone 17e doubles its base storage while keeping the price steady, but did it finally nail the "budget" iPhone formula? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard weigh in on what the new release gets right and where it cuts corners. • Apple launches iPhone 17e with double entry storage, keeps $599 price • First impressions of 17e's new color options and matte finish • Who should buy the iPhone 17e? • Performance upgrades: A19 chip, Apple Intelligence, and battery life • Single camera design debate: Is one lens enough? • MagSafe finally comes to the e-series • iPhone 17e brings a full suite of Apple safety features • Trade-in deals and accessories with the new iPhone 17e • Who shouldn't buy the Pro — making the case for the 17e • News: Apple introduces M5 Pro/Max chips and new MacBook models • App Caps: Spigen retro strap (affiliate) and abxylute M4 controller Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: NetSuite.com/ios

Can Microsoft's push for cloud PCs and AI-powered agents redefine where and how we work? If you keep to the defaults, Windows 11 is secure. Copilot+ PC is even more secure. But you can take additional steps to secure it either way, and you should. Plus, Paul's been trying to play different types of games, and Resident Evil Requiem is better (in his opinion) than Silent Hill f and Silent Hill 2 remake... if you want a horror game. Also, there's a cheaper new Audible plan thanks to Spotify! Windows 11 AI/dev Xbox and gaming Tips & picks Resident Evil Requiem Hosts: Paul Thurrott, Richard Campbell, and Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: threatlocker.com/twit

New iPhone 17e! M5 Pro M5 Max chips are here! The New M5 MacBook Air! And the budget MacBook's name may have been accidentally revealed ahead of its expected announcement Wednesday! Picks of the Week Hosts: Mikah Sargent, Andy Ihnatko, and Christina Warren Guest: Shelly Brisbin Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: spaceship.com/twithipebl.ai

On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah helps out Mike with how he can have Google read his text messages aloud while using Google Maps and how to allow hands-free replies while driving. Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: NetSuite.com/hot

Emily Forlini of PCMag joins Mikah Sargent this week on Tech News Weekly! A look into a program that trains dogs to detect hidden tech. How AI is impacting learning for kids in schools. Samsung touts a new privacy feature for its latest phones. And Apple is ramping up its new product releases as it catches up in the AI race. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: Melissa.com/twitthreatlocker.com/twithipebl.ai

Tired of losing your place online when moving between Apple devices? Hands-On Apple shows you how syncing Safari tabs can keep your workflow as smooth as your tech. Juggle dozens of tabs across Mac, iPhone, and iPad without missing a beat! • Setting up "Saved to iCloud" across Apple devices • Using Safari Tab Groups for task-specific browsing synchronization • Accessing and managing open Safari tabs with iCloud Tabs • Troubleshooting iCloud Tabs sync issues and solutions • Quick tips for customizing the Safari start page for cross-device workflow Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free audio and video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: threatlocker.com/twit

Hosts Mikah and Dan are revealing the off-the-radar apps they actually use and the creative ways they make Apple devices work smarter every day. Find out which overlooked tools help them (and maybe you) solve real-life digital annoyances. • Spotlight on Ivory by Tapbots as a top Mastodon client • NeatPass: Creating Apple Wallet passes from PDFs on-device • Screens app enables remote access and control across devices • Dice by PCalc delivers customizable, fun dice-rolling features • Television Time helps users track shows, episodes, and release dates • News: Apple's rumored special event and speculation on possible product launches • Feedback: Apple Creator Studio subscription benefits • App Cap segment: Belkin AirPods Cleaning Kit for device maintenance, and the Zephy app for identifying overhead airplanes in real time Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

On Hands-On Tech, Mikah guides Bob with some ways to streamline his process of scanning his physical recipe cards into importable files for his recipe manager app. Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: shopify.com/hot

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Amazon's Ring product had a Super Bowl ad that generated a lot of discussion and backlash following its debut. A look inside Lego's Smart Brick technology. And NASA's Perseverance rover completed its first-ever drive fully planned by AI. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Tariq Malik Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: zscaler.com/security

Think saving webpages is just about hitting Print? Before you waste time on clunky printouts, learn how Safari's built-in options can actually preserve entire sites! • Export as PDF versus Print dialog • Saving web pages as images, HTML, or Safari web archive files • When to use PDF, HTML, PNG, or Web Archive for web page storage • File size differences and optimal formats for offline web saving • The best ways to keep web content on macOS Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free audio and video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: Melissa.com/twit