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June 14, 202620 min
Hands-On Tech 271: Telegram & Security
In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Clint wants to know whether Telegram is truly safe to use or not.
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Host: Mikah Sargent
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June 11, 20261 hr 2 min
Tech News Weekly 441: Siri AI: Initial Impressions
Amanda Silberling of TechCrunch joins Mikah Sargent this week! Anthropic launches Fable 5, its newest AI model. The FCC seeks to end the use of burner phones in the US. And everything Apple unveiled at WWDC 2026.
Amanda talks about Anthropic's newest AI model, Fable 5, its first consumer-accessible version of its powerful Mythos model.
Mikah shares a story from 404 Media about the FCC's push to end anonymous "burner phones," raising significant concerns about the privacy implications for people who rely on them for legitimate reasons.
And Dan Moren of SixColors joins the show to break down WWDC 2026's latest announcements, including a revamped AI-powered Siri and a privacy-first approach to its new intelligence features.
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Amanda Silberling
Guest: Dan Moren
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June 11, 202616 min
Hands-On Apple 235: Translate App
Your iPhone has a powerful translation toolkit built right in, ready to tackle menus, emails, and street signs (in over 20 languages) without any extra apps or subscriptions. Discover how to get the most out of features you might not even know exist, from real-time conversation mode to camera translations.
Supported languages and translation options overview
Translating and pronouncing text, saving phrases for quick access
Utilizing conversation mode for real-time bilingual communication
Switching between side-by-side and face-to-face translation views
Activating auto-translate and automatic language detection features
Live camera translation for menus, signs, and printed text
Translating photos and system-wide text using the context menu
Translation capabilities in Safari for web pages
Downloading offline language packs for travel or privacy
Host: Mikah Sargent
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June 11, 202655 min
iOS Today 806: What's New in iOS 27?
Apple is handing parents unprecedented control with new child safety and parental approval features. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent break down what's changed, how it works, and more iOS goodness during WWDC26 week!
Apple's WWDC keynote reveals iOS 27 and platform-wide focus on AI, privacy, and performance
Liquid Glass transparency and appearance now user-adjustable for accessibility
Toolbars and UI restored for improved navigation and vision support
Performance boosts: faster photos, AirDrop, and Spotlight search highlighted
Intelligent networking promises smarter Wi-Fi and cellular switching
Maps overhaul: more vivid detail with AI and satellite imagery
New child safety features: granular app, contact, and website approvals
Siri gets personal context, deeper app integration, and smart replies
Advanced developer APIs and app intents previewed for on-device AI features
Generative photo editing arrives: extend, clean up, and a new Reframe tool
System-wide suggestions and information surfacing in Mail, Messages, and calls
Quality-of-life updates: independent alarm/ringer/music volumes, swipable now playing
Shortcuts Corner: Natural language shortcut creation and changes to automation workflows
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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June 10, 20262 hr 16 min
MacBreak Weekly 1028: The Finder Guy of Your Choosing
Apple held its big WWDC 2026 keynote and introduced the new Siri AI for iOS 27, with sign-ups now available for the iOS 27 beta. However, Siri AI will be delayed in the EU for iOS and iPadOS 27. Liquid Glass has some opt-in options to roll back elements of the design. And Apple highlights its commitment to child safety with new child-safety features in its operating systems.
WWDC 2026: Everything announced on Siri AI, iOS 27, Apple Intelligence and more.
iOS 27 tidbits: share a phone number on two iPhones, independent alarm volume, faster AirPlay and more.
OS overview - top OS features.
Apple previews new child safety features.
Introducing the third generation of Apple's foundation models.
New dummy units give our closest look yet at the iPhone Fold.
visionOS 27 features a new Thórsmörk Environment.
Due to DMA, Siri AI delayed in EU for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27.
No tech rule exemption for Apple, EU regulators say amid spat over Siri AI delay.
Picks of the Week
Leo's Pick: Optimized Pancakes
Andy's Pick: PhotoRec
Christina's Pick: Chipotlai Max
Mikah's Pick: "The Chaos" (1922) by Gerard Nolst Trenité
Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Christina Warren
Guest: Mikah Sargent
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On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, listener Lenny asks Mikah for advice on how to get the best performance out of an external SSD connected to his MacBook Pro.
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Host: Mikah Sargent
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June 4, 20261 hr 11 min
Tech News Weekly 440: Inside a High School's Deepfake Nightmare
Abrar Al-Heeti joins Mikah Sargent this week on Tech News Weekly! Google & Microsoft held developer keynotes the past few weeks, with Apple's WWDC conference happening soon. The growing crisis of AI-generated deepfakes in schools. And China's dominance in actuator manufacturing.
Abrar & Mikah chat about the stretch of major tech conferences with Google & Microsoft's tech conferences that happened in the past few weeks, as well as Apple's WWDC that is right around the corner.
Samantha Cole of 404 Media joins the show to talk about the disturbing rise of AI-generated deepfakes that are targeting students in schools and the ongoing challenges facing lawmakers, parents, and app stores in responding to the crisis.
And Mikah looks into America's growing actuator problem, with China dominating the market and the U.S. struggling to bring the manufacturing of actuators back home.
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Abrar Al-Heeti
Guest: Samantha Cole
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June 4, 202619 min
Hands-On Apple 234: Changing Your Default Search Engine
Tired of Google's AI overviews? This episode breaks down your actual options for search alternatives on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, including tips most Apple fans have never tried. See just how easy it is to reclaim your Safari searches with an alternative engine and take back control on your Apple devices.
How to change Safari's search engine on iPhone
Limitations: can't remove Google everywhere, only in Safari
Search engine options: Google, Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo, Ecosia explained
Private browsing: set different search engines for privacy
Tuning search suggestions and privacy settings in Safari
Changing your default browser for wider search control
Host: Mikah Sargent
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June 4, 202636 min
iOS Today 805: WWDC: What To Expect
With Apple pushing on-device AI and deep personal context, can they actually outmaneuver privacy concerns while matching Google's aggressive advancements? This episode breaks down the tension between convenience and user trust in the next wave of iOS.
Smarter Siri rumors: Personal context and on-screen awareness explained
Apple's AI promises, missed deadlines, and looming class action suit
Siri vs. third-party AI assistants: The integration and privacy trade-offs
The challenge of delivering on-device AI vs. cloud-powered models
Rumored AI-powered writing and grammar tools for iOS
Photos app upgrades: "Extend," "Enhance," and "Reframe" features
Expected camera app customization and Apple Intelligence image tools
Shortcuts overhaul: Natural language support and system shortcomings
iOS 27 design tweaks: Liquid Glass looks and animation updates
Wallet app additions and "Create a Pass"
Satellite features for Maps, Messages, and third-party app connectivity tested
Standalone Siri chatbot app speculation and competition with ChatGPT, Claude
News: Shortcuts Playground is a Claude/Codex plugin for building automations
App Caps: Anker Nano travel adapter and Cassette Home Video Player apps
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren
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May 31, 202614 min
Hands-On Tech 269: Windows Home Server
On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, David asks Mikah whether his old, out-of-service Windows Home Server is worth bringing back online now that he has a fast fiber internet connection, and what the best way to set it up would be.
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