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In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah helps David use his PlayStation 3 controller on a Windows machine to play Windows Flight Simulator. Mikah also showcases a cool resource for viewing pictures and documentation for older technology!

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Dr. Robert Goddard is known as the "Father of Rocketry," but his legacy has been largely overlooked--until now. Charles Slatkin grew up during the Space Age and has become a Goddard evangelist, going so far as to purchase the historic Goddard home to convert into a museum. But his efforts don't stop there. Slatkin has started a nonprofit to not only further Goddard's legacy, but also to inspire young people, who he calls...

Amanda Silberling from TechCrunch joins Mikah Sargent this week! Spotify's latest update gives users more control over their listening experience. Students are using AI more widely to cheat. Microsoft's latest Surface devices still utilize Snapdragon X. And Netflix is rolling out a major UI redesign, which includes algorithmic changes and a TikTok-like feed.

• Amanda talks about Spotify's rollout of its latest update, which uti...

In honor of Star Wars Day (May 4), Scott Wilkinson shares a Star Wars-themed home theater he featured on AVSForum.com back in 2018. It's a beautiful rendition of a Death Star interior with great acoustic treatments and exceptional performance.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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There are an almost uncountable number of Windows 11 "tweak"-type utilities out there. But Wintoys is one of the better ones, thanks to its comprehensive feature-set and modern user interface.

As the utility's website notes, you can use Wintoys to access hidden settings, free up disk space, access advanced repair tools without using the command line, configure Windows 11's privacy and advertising features, and more. Some of this ...

Unlock the Full Power of Spotlight Search in macOS Sequoia

Mikah Sargent takes you on a comprehensive tour of Spotlight, macOS Sequoia's built-in search powerhouse that does far more than just find files. Learn how to access, customize, and troubleshoot this essential Mac feature to boost your productivity.

-Accessing Spotlight - Three different ways to open Spotlight: clicking the magnifying glass in the menu bar, using Comm...

Ready to transform your iPhone into a video editing studio? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive into the best video editing apps available for iOS, comparing features from Meta's new Edits app to Apple's own offerings. Plus, discover Apple's new Snapshot website, handy shortcuts for Apple TV remotes, and power solutions for your next outdoor adventure.

• Meta's Edits app - New social-focused video editor from Instagram that...

Microsoft announces big changes to Windows 11: New Start menu, Phone Companion on Start, AI actions in File Explorer, Notepad and other updates. Plus, new Copilot+ PC features: Click to Do actions, AI agent in Search for some reason, new Photos, Paint, and Snipping Tool features, and more.

Windows 11

• Microsoft announces new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models after teasing the announcement last week
• Recall improvements, T...

• Microsoft to officially abandon passwords and support their deletion.
• Meta's RayBan smart glasses weaken their privacy terms.
• 30% of Microsoft code is now being written by AI.
• Google says prying Chrome from it will damage its security.
• Nearly 1,000 six-year-old eCommerce backdoors spring to life.
• eM Client moves to version 10.3
• A bunch of terrific listener feedback creates talking points.
• A little-known, insecure mess...

Stephen Robles from the Primary Technology podcast joins the show this week! A federal judge blasts Apple and Tim Cook for violating an antitrust ruling against the company's control over its App Store. Results from Apple's Q2 2025. Could Apple be shaking up its iPhone release calendar? And would you want to view your favorite celebrities that can be found in Apple services? Well, now you can with Apple's 'Snapshot'!

• Judge bl...

• Judge Blasts Apple For Violating Antitrust Ruling
• Google's Sundar Pichai Calls US Remedies 'De Facto' Spinoff of Search - Slashdot
• Firefox could be doomed without Google search deal, says executive
• Visa Announces Plans to Give AI Agents Your Credit Card Information
• The Age of Realtime Deepfake Fraud Is Here
• The TAKE IT DOWN Act: A Flawed Attempt to Protect Victims That Will Lead to Censorship
• Congress Moving Forward On...

Jonathan reviews the OrangePI RV2, Windows runs Arch btw, and Nvidia is deprecating CUDA for some old video cards. PewDiePie made a Linux video, Proton 10 enters Beta, and OSU's Open Source Labs has a funding crunch. For command line tips, Ken starts a series on the pw-cli, Jeff has some ricing tips with eww, and Jonathan talks about Open Source character recognition with ocrmypdf and pdftotext. You can find the show notes at http...

On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah helps Doug find a Windows-equivalent version of Mac's Time Machine backup application.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Seems we can't go through an hour without hearing news about artificial intelligence these days. There are a lot of exciting developments, and some of the most exciting when thinking about space are coming from the USRA's Research Institute for Advanced Computer Science (RIACS), which is on the cutting edge of the cutting edge. In this episode, we're speaking with the institute's director, Dr. David Bell, who will walk us through ...

In this episode of Tech News Weekly, Mikah Sargent and Abrar Al-Heeti explore the growing role of AI in consumer tech, the latest legal setback for Apple's App Store policies, and two in-depth interviews: Bloomberg's Leah Nylen breaks down the DOJ's proposed remedies in the antitrust case against Google, and Wikimedia's Leila Zia shares the foundation's new AI strategy that centers humans—not machines.

• ChatGPT Adds Shopping T...

Online home-theater designer and retailer The Screening Room AV hosted its second projector shootout April 5 and 6 in Colorado Springs, CO. Scott Wilkinson is joined by owner John Schuermann, system designer Steve Crabb, and calibrators Kris Deering and Sammie Prescott, Jr, to discuss the event. In Part 2, we learn the results of the shootout.

2025 TSR Projector Shootout Results: https://www.thescreeningroomav.com/single-post/res...

Unlock the secrets of Windows 11's powerful AI features and see how they can transform your everyday tech interactions. We'll take you on a journey through the latest innovations, highlighting the dynamic role of Copilot, and breaking down the differences between standard systems and the premium Copilot Plus PCs.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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Mikah Sargent demonstrates how to use iPhone mirroring, a powerful feature that allows you to control your iPhone directly from your Mac. This detailed walkthrough covers setup, requirements, and practical applications of this impressive Continuity feature that keeps your devices connected.

Setting up iPhone mirroring - Learn how to access the app through the dock or Spotlight search, and the initial setup process requiring passc...