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Norwegian DIYer Bjorn Erik Forberg built himself a killer home theater, including the room itself as well as the speakers and acoustic diffusers. It's a real testament to the power of doing it yourself.

Check out the AVS build thread at http://www.avsforum.com/t/1416004/bef-from-norway-diy-uncompromising-theater

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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Microsoft promises "more native apps" for Windows 11, but what does native even mean today—and are these new apps truly different from web-based ones? Paul Thurrott breaks down the blurred lines and why it matters for Windows users.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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TextEdit has quietly been on your Mac for years, but most users overlook its power as the fastest way to capture, clean up, and organize daily notes. See why switching your workflow to this "basic" app might be the biggest upgrade you make this year.

• Rich text versus plain text explained and compared
• Setting TextEdit defaults for efficient daily use
• Benefits of plain text: notes, code, and stripping formatting
• Practical Te...

Think the default Camera app is all you need? Third-party camera apps are quietly outpacing Apple's own with powerful features and pro-level tools that could completely change your photo workflow. Discover how advanced camera apps and editing suites can unlock professional results on your iPhone, whether you're a casual snapper or a photography enthusiast looking to capture that perfect shot.

• Halide: Pro-level features, techn...

Have I Been Pwned creator Troy Hunt reveals how a homegrown AI sidekick helps manage billions of hacked credentials, but even the smartest bots aren't immune to hallucinations and headaches.

• White House Considers Vetting A.I. Models Before They Are Released
• Elon Musk admits xAI distilled OpenAI models
• Introducing SubQ - a major breakthrough in LLM intelligence.
• OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant update to make ChatGPT smarter...

Microsoft's earnings report went out last week, and the company spent a lot on AI in the quarter. Microsoft updates its customers on what it's done to address Windows 11 problems. And Xbox kills Copilot plans for the console.



Microsoft Earnings

• Microsoft announced that it earned a net income of $31.8 billion on revenues of $82.9 billion in the previous quarter.
• Windows: 1.6 billion monthly active devices, a focu...

Google is sneaking a massive 4.7GB AI model into Chrome, and Mozilla is fighting back as the future of browsers threatens to turn into an AI arms race. Find out what's really happening behind this push and why it's setting off alarm bells across the web.

• Hackers AI-code a portal, forget to add authentication.
• The UK's NCSC issues a Mythos warning. Where's CISA?
• Another (of many) Linux local privilege escalations.
• AI may be...

Apple shares its Q2 2026 results and tops expectations for the quarter! Mac Minis are increasingly becoming more difficult to acquire, thanks to AI. Apple plans to reinvest any tariff refunds it receives into US manufacturing. And iOS 26.5 is just around the corner as the company prepares to ship iOS 27 later this year.

• Six Colors Charts: Apple announces record fiscal second quarter.
• Good luck getting a Mac Mini for the next...

Big Tech is pouring hundreds of billions into AI, but with rising signs of an industry bubble and some real-world fallout, this week's episode digs into who actually wins, who stands to lose, and whether Apple's patient strategy may outsmart the hype.

• Big Tech firms beat earnings expectations amid AI spending questions
• RIP the $599 Mac Mini, you were too beautiful for this world
• Microsoft lifts 2026 AI spend by $25 billion ...

In this episode of Hands-On Tech, a listener asks how to properly activate Windows 11 on an Apple Silicon Mac using UTM, and whether there are other virtualization options available now that Boot Camp is no longer supported.

Continue to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show to hot@twit.tv!

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Ubuntu has announced their AI future, and it's ... not actually terrible. CopyFail has us all patching, though thankfully it's not an "Internet-melter". There's a DDoS on FOSS infrastructure, a new directory in your home folder, and finally good news on the HDMI 2.1 front. For tips we talk toofan for typing practice, why copy and paste needs "shift", and a quicker primer on getting the most out of bash history. You can find the sh...

Lander, lander... who's got a lander? With NASA planning orbital tests of the Artemis landers in 2027 and a crewed landing in 2028, the pressure is on for SpaceX and Blue Origin to make good on their Human Landing System contracts. Who's actually going to put American astronauts back on the Moon first? This week's episode digs into the high-stakes race between the companies, surfacing new details and doubts about whether either la...

Jacob Ward of The Rip Current joins Mikah Sargent on Tech News Weekly! Jacob shares firsthand impressions from the Elon Musk v. OpenAI trial. Razr unveiled the latest iterations of its foldable phones. And Microsoft released the earliest known DOS source code to the public!

• Jacob just returned from covering the Elon Musk v. OpenAI trial in person! He shared his experience getting inside the courthouse to cover the trial and s...

With 800 episodes and counting, Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent dive into how their favorite Apple apps and accessories have evolved with them, challenging old opinions and uncovering unexpected uses that make everyday tech truly indispensable.

• Third-party indie app picks: Drafts, PCalc, Soulver, Halide
• Spotlight on indie developers and app customization strategies
• Favorite iOS and iPadOS features: Shortcuts automation, ...

Despite Microsoft's promises, real Windows 11 annoyances like forced telemetry, aggressive Edge defaults, and stubborn online account requirements remain unaddressed. Paul Thurrott calls out what isn't changing and why power users should care.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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Sign in with Apple feels effortless, but is that convenience worth putting all your digital eggs in one basket? Get the practical advice you need to balance seamless logins with long-term account access.

• How Sign In With Apple works across devices and platforms
• Demonstrating account creation and login using Hide My Email
• Managing, editing, and removing Sign In With Apple logins
• Risks of account loss if Apple ID becomes una...

Rajesh Goel is buying a new house, and the builder offers only one option for installing speakers in his media room. That option does not include Atmos. What's the best way to add overhead sound?

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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Are you ready for a world where true personal computing is under threat? This week's candid conversation with Framework CEO Nirav Patel tackles why owning your own AI hardware matters more than ever—and what's at risk if we don't.

• Alphabet tops Q1 estimates on strong Google Cloud growth
• Is OpenAI Falling Further Behind in the A.I. Race?
• OpenAI Releases 'Spud' GPT-5.5 Model
• OpenAI Breaks Free From Exclusive AI Pact With Mic...

This episode dives into early MS-DOS/PC-DOS source code, Snapdragon X2 gaming, and the "We are Xbox" messaging. Plus, Paul details 2 big changes in the Windows Insider Program. The latest PowerToys adds 2 useful new utilities and many improvements. And a TWiT listener asked about buying Windows 11 on Arm to virtualize it on a Mac. You're not going to believe what happened next.

Windows

• Microsoft announces big changes to Wind...