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Hands-On Tech 263: What Does Siri and Spotlight See When I Search?

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:59:00 PDT

On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah tackles a listener's privacy concerns about what app developers can see when iOS and Apple Intelligence search through your apps, along with whether it's possible to bulk-manage Siri suggestion settings across all installed apps.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Tech News Weekly 433: A $399 AI Deer That Texts You

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:14:00 PDT

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week on Tech News Weekly! How AI is helping elders stay independent & provide companionship. How Apple and Google's app stores are pushing users toward deepfake nude apps, per an organization's report. And inside the crazy backstory behind an AI plush companion.

Jennifer talks about Samsung's newest updates to its SmartThings Family Care service and how technology and AI are increasingly being used to help take care of elderly people & provide companionship.
Mikah talks about a report from the Tech Transparency Project that found both Apple & Google's app stores that host & direct users to apps that generate non-consensual nude images of women.
And Victoria Song of The Verge joins the show to share her review of a $399 AI companion and her very unique experience with the device overall.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Guest: Victoria Song

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iOS Today 798: Stay Secure on Your Devices

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:59:00 PDT

Whether you're lending your phone to a kid or relying on maps off the grid, what you don't know about your device's security could come back to bite you. This episode shows why a few simple settings make all the difference when it counts.

Setting up Medical ID and emergency contacts for safety
Using Face ID and Guided Access to lock and protect apps
Offline maps: how and why to download before you travel
Find My and Life360 for tracking people and devices, with privacy tips
Apple Messages' Check In and third-party safety apps like bSafe
WiFi Assist and WiFi Calling: improving the reliability of calls and data
News: Apple removes outdated Pages, Keynote, and Numbers from App Store
Feedback: Free access to the Calm app via insurance and company perks
Picks of the Week: Pokemon Go auto-catch gadget and Picsew screenshot tool

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Hands-On Apple 227: Focus Modes Pt. 2

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:44:54 PDT

Find out how Apple's Focus filters quietly transform your entire digital environment, switching not just alerts but the apps, screens, and even info you see the moment you switch context. Mikah Sargent shows how to turn your Apple setup into a tailored workday powerhouse or a distraction-free oasis with just a tap.

Customizing app content and behavior with focus filters
Built-in focus filters for Mail, Calendar, Messages, Safari, and system settings
Third-party apps and the slow adoption of focus filter support
Lock screen and home screen pairing with focus modes
Crafting lock screens for work, mindfulness, and other custom focus modes
Environmental and contextual device changes triggered by focus modes
Combining notification rules, filters, and screen pairing for a unified experience
Real-world work and personal scenarios made easier with focus modes
Hands-on homework: setting up focus filters, screen pairings, and Safari tab groups

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Hands-On Tech 262: Syncing Bookmarks Between Chrome and Safari

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:59:00 PDT

On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Eric asks Mikah how he can keep his Chrome and Safari bookmarks in sync across his Windows machines and Apple devices after losing the home PC he relied on to make it work.

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Tech News Weekly 432: How Wrong Are Google's AI Overviews?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:29:00 PDT

Amanda Silberling of TechCrunch joins Mikah Sargent on this episode of Tech News Weekly! How accurate are Google's AI Overviews? The usage of AI in investigative journalism. Artemis 2! And what Apple's next 50 years could look like.

Mikah talks about a New York Times report that looks into the accuracy of Google's AI Overviews, which pull information from a group of various sources, from news articles to tabloids, and even social media posts.
Amanda is fascinated by some tech reporters' slow adoption of utilizing AI in their journalistic process after coming across an article on the discovery of Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.
Rod Pyle of This Week in Space joins the show to talk about the Artemis II space mission!
And Scott Stein of CNET chats with Mikah about Apple's first 50 years and what the next 50 years may look like for the company.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Amanda Silberling

Guests: Rod Pyle and Scott Stein

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Hands-On Apple 226: Focus Modes Pt. 1

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:57:38 PDT

Most users barely scratch the surface of Apple's Focus presets and triggers. Find out how customizing these settings can turn your device into a smart assistant that truly gets your day-to-day routine. These overlooked Focus features can let you shape your own digital boundaries.

Differences Between Focus Modes and Classic Do Not Disturb
Overview of Built-In Focus Presets and Customization Options
Manual Activation and Scheduling of Focus Modes on Devices
Focus Automation: Timed, Location-Based, App-Based, and Smart Activation
Controlling Who and What Gets Through During a Focus
Allow Lists vs Block Lists for Contacts and Apps
Creating a Custom "Heads Down" Focus Mode Step-by-Step
Deep Work Focus: Customizing Allowed Notifications and Triggers
Homework Challenge: Set Up and Live With a Focus Mode

Host: Mikah Sargent

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iOS Today 797: Apps That Think Like You Do

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:59:00 PDT

Check out the iOS apps designed for neurodiverse minds, with hosts sharing real-world favorites that make everyday productivity and focus more effortless for everyone.

Due app: persistent reminders boost neurodiverse productivity
Voice Dream: natural article and document audio reading for multiple languages
Audible: audiobook platform for self-help, ADHD, and productivity content
Forest: gamified productivity app grows virtual trees for focused work
Endel: adaptive soundscapes and productivity timer for ADHD and focus
Calm: sleep stories, meditation, and relaxing audio for stress reduction
Snippety: customizable keyboard shortcuts for repeated tasks and efficient writing
App Caps: Art of Flora puzzle game and Sonos Roam 2 portable speaker reviewed

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Hands-On Tech 261: Remote Accessing Your Computers

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:44:00 PDT

On Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers a listener's question about the best way to keep two office computers perfectly in sync so he can leave his laptop at home while traveling.

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Tech News Weekly 431: iPhone Hacking Tools Go Public

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:19:00 PDT

Abrar Al-Heeti joins Mikah Sargent this week! Meta is in dispute with the Motion Picture Association. Anthropic accidentally leaks Claude Code's source code. Apple is continuing to extend updates to those affected by the DarkSword exploit. And Meta & YouTube are found liable for having features that are addictive for younger users.

Abrar talks about Meta's deal with the Motion Picture Association to scale back the use of film ratings when describing its teen accounts.
Mikah shares how Anthropic's Claude code was leaked, unveiling some next-gen AI coding features.
Mikah gives an update on the DarkSword and Coruna exploit tools that utilize zero-day vulnerabilities in iOS 18.
And both Meta and YouTube were found liable for some of their features that make their social media platforms addictive for younger users, having to pay millions in fines.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Abrar Al-Heeti

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Hands-On Apple 225: Wrangling Auto-Correct

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:17:23 PDT

Tired of autocorrect sabotaging your texts? This episode shows how small changes like persistent rejection and custom text replacements can actually make Apple's keyboard work for you.

Why auto-correct fails and how Apple devices handle corrections
Auto-correct's evolution with iOS 17 and transformer language models
How auto-correct learns and why personalized dictionaries matter
Key steps to retrain auto-correct for smarter suggestions
Resetting your keyboard dictionary: the nuclear option explained
iOS and macOS keyboard settings: making auto-correct work for you
Auto-correct's pain points: bilingual typing, jargon, and missing features
Text replacement: the ultimate hack for tricky words and shortcuts
Top text replacement use cases for emails, addresses, and custom phrases
Practical tips to tame auto-correct and improve your typing flow
Missing features Apple still hasn't addressed in auto-correct

Host: Mikah Sargent

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iOS Today 796: Apps From Other Platforms

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:59:00 PDT

Discover how apps know for being multiplatform are quietly shaping the iOS experience, with unexpected benefits for productivity and day-to-day problem solving.

DevonThink To Go: Mac-originated app brings robust database, search features
Tot: Minimalist text editor syncs notes across devices
Drafts: Text capture with powerful actions, community-driven enhancements
Firefox and Chrome: Browsers offer cross-platform sync, alternatives to Safari
Festivities: Holiday widget app expands from Mac to iOS
News: WWDC announced as anticipation for layout clues and possible iPhone Fold
Shortcuts Corner: Automating Apple Watch workout prompts via location
App Caps: Aqara presence sensor boosts home automation; Pokémon Go gets users outdoors

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Hands-On Tech 260: Ethernet vs. USB-C for File Transfers

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:29:00 PDT

On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers a listener's question about which connection method — Thunderbolt, 10GbE Ethernet, or a USB-C to 10GbE Ethernet dongle — offers the best performance and reliability for video editing with network-attached storage.

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Tech News Weekly 430: Understanding the US Router Ban

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:59:00 PDT

Dan Moren joins Mikah Sargent on Tech News Weekly! Rumors of iOS 27 are slowly making the rounds, with Apple's planned AI reboot. A look inside the lawsuit between Halide co-founders. The US just banned consumer routers made outside of the US. And NASA unveiled its initiatives to return back to the Moon.

Dan talks about the rumors of iOS 27 and Apple's planned AI refresh, alongside a new "Ask Siri" feature, that will be part of the unveiling of iOS 27 & macOS 27 at Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference later in June.
Mikah goes a bit deeper into the lawsuit that Lux co-founder Ben Sandofsky brought against Sebastiaan de With over financial misconduct and bringing source code with them over to Apple.
Sean Hollister of The Verge joins the show to talk about the US's ban on imports of new foreign-made consumer routers and explains what the ban is seeking to do.
And Mikah explains NASA's initiatives and plans to return to the Moon, and what NASA plans to do once they return.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren

Guest: Sean Hollister

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Hands-On Apple 224: Passwords App: Shared Groups & Limitations

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:14:00 PDT

Is Apple's Passwords app a true contender for your digital life, or does it fall short for tech-savvy households? Find out how it stacks up against premium managers and where it still leaves power users wanting more.

How shared password groups work in the Passwords app
Step-by-step walkthrough: creating and managing shared groups
Apple Passwords sharing vs. third-party apps like 1Password, Bitwarden (TWiT sponsor)
Wi-Fi password management and sharing via QR codes
Passwords app limitations: organization, secure notes, file storage, platform support
Migration challenges from other password managers
Travel needs and sensitive data: third-party travel mode vs. Passwords app
Who should use Apple's Passwords app and who needs more advanced tools
Hybrid approaches: combining Apple Passwords with third-party managers

Host: Mikah Sargent

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iOS Today 795: Chill Apps

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:59:00 PDT

This week, the hosts get hands-on with their favorite "chill" apps and say why subtle design choices, like haptic feedback and story-driven gameplay, make all the difference in truly relaxing tech. Hear which picks have earned their spot as go-to digital escapes.

Pigment and Lake: Adult coloring book apps for iPad
Coloring ASMR app for quick relaxation on the go
Loner: Minimalist zen flying game with soothing visuals
Satisgame: Quick, tactile puzzle app with haptic feedback
Apple's sound therapy music and ambient background sounds
Dark Noise and background sound customization for relaxation
Flow Free+ game for puzzle-based relaxation
App Cap: Marble Sort app for satisfying gameplay

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Security Now 1071: Bucketsquatting

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:58:59 PDT

When convenience trumps caution, disaster waits in the wings. Join Steve Gibson and Mikah Sargent as they break down the jaw-dropping oversights lurking in mission-critical tax and cloud tools, and examine how a single unchecked decision can upend internet security for years.

H&R Block's tax software does something SO WRONG.
The Intoxalock breathalyzer calibration cyber attack.
Firefox now offers a 100% free built-in VPN.
TikTok and Meta's tracking pixels are so much more.
Russians beg for the return of Telegram, WhatsApps and others.
Never connect your crypto-wallet to an unknown service.
What would a week be without a Cisco CVSS of 10.0.
Ubiquiti patches a 10.0 critical flaw.
Listener feedback and...
What's "Bucketsquatting" and what can be done to prevent it

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Hosts: Steve Gibson and Mikah Sargent

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Hands-On Tech 259: Using a Webcam on Windows & macOS

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 13:29:00 PDT

On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Fred asks Mikah for advice on how to get his USB webcam to work seamlessly when switching between his MacBook Pro and his Windows laptop on a shared monitor setup.

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Tech News Weekly 429: DarkSword Puts Hundreds of Millions at Risk

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:59:00 PDT

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.

Jennifer shares her experience using IKEA's newest smart home products utilizing the Matter-over-Thread protocol, expressing her concerns and frustrations with trying to connect them to any smart home platform.
Mikah talks about Nvidia's DLSS 5 that was unveiled at GTC 2026, and the criticism & memes it has faced since its unveiling.
Andy Greenberg of WIRED joins the show to talk about a tool that has been discovered, called DarkSword, that can hack into millions of iPhones running iOS 18.
And Mikah chats about hands-free driving technology in vehicles and NHTSA's probe into Tesla and Ford's hands-free driving systems.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Guest: Andy Greenberg

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Hands-On Apple 223: Level Up Your Passwords Security

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:34:30 PDT

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.

Understanding and setting up two-factor authentication codes in Passwords
How to scan and autofill TOTP codes on macOS and iOS
Best practices for migrating 2FA codes from other authenticator apps
Passkeys setup, security benefits, and workflow
Passkey vs. password: what to expect when logging in
Apple security recommendations: flagged, reused, weak, and leaked passwords
Prioritizing which flagged passwords to fix first
Homework: add verification codes, create a passkey, and fix at-risk accounts

Host: Mikah Sargent

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iOS Today 794: Notification Management

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:59:00 PDT

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

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Hands-On Tech 258: Dual-Booting Windows 10 & Windows 11

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 13:29:00 PDT

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.

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Tech News Weekly 428: Live Nation Settles With the DOJ

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:14:00 PDT

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.

Dan talks about a class-action lawsuit brought against Grammarly and its company, Superhuman, over its AI "Expert Review" feature that offered editing suggestions as if they came from various authors and academics, without their consent.
Mikah, and many others, are perplexed at the DOJ's settlement with Live Nation Entertainment and what little Live Nation had to concede as part of the settlement.
Abrar Al-Heeti of CNET stops by to share her experience at MWC (Mobile World Congress) in Barcelona and what she and her CNET colleagues saw there.
And Mikah shares about China's obsession with the OpenClaw AI craze and how users are utilizing the AI agent.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren

Guest: Abrar Al-Heeti

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Hands-On Apple 222: Meet the Passwords App

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:04:45 PDT

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

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iOS Today 793: iPad Air M4

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:59:00 PDT

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

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