Mikah Sargent is running solo today as Leo Laporte is out this week! OpenAI has had an interesting past few days as Sam Altman was out at OpenAI but is suddenly in talks to rejoin the company. Can you use an older iPhone just for the iMessage app? And is it worth purchasing your own modem & router rather than renting one from your ISP provider? 

• OpenAI board in discussions with Sam Altman to return as CEO.
• Apple announces that RCS support is coming to iPhone next year.
• Is there a possibility of a new printer standard in the future?
• What are some computer monitors that are great for extended periods of use?
• Is it viable to use an older iPhone just for iMessage?
• Can I set up a shortcut for my smart lights to let me know when they turn on?
• Rod Pyle and SpaceX's Starship 11/18 launch.
• Is there 32-bit software that can run Windows on an older Mac Mini?
• I have my iCloud account synced to my personal and work iPhones. How can I keep my work content out of my iCloud?
• Should I have my own modem and router, especially for my smart home devices?
• How can I manage the number of spam calls that I receive?
• Chris Marquardt and the Shiny assignment review.
• How can you record a livestream?

Host: Mikah Sargent

Guests: Rod Pyle and Chris Marquardt

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Sam Abuelsamid stops by to talk about the Rolls Royce EV vehicle, Spectre. Why are my contacts on my iPhone not syncing correctly with my Mac? And Leo's new M3 Max MacBook Pro arrived, and he shares his review and thoughts on the device. 

• OpenAI's developer day - what was announced.
• The Humane AI Pin is a bizarre cross between Google Glass and a pager.
• Your car can keep collecting your data after a judge dismissed a privacy lawsuit.
• Is it worth holding onto my iPhone 13 Mini as a possible collector's item down the road?
• What's the better MacBook Pro upgrade?
• Sam Abuelsamid and the Rolls Royce Spectre EV vehicle.
• How can I get my contacts to sync on my Mac and have their names appear rather than just their phone number?
• Leo reviews the M3 Max MacBook Pro.
• How can I set up a phone so that a user can't easily make changes to it?
• Is there a way for me to share photos with family members & have them leave comments on the photos?
• How can I position my mesh WiFi system to eliminate dead spots in my home?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Sam Abuelsamid

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Scott Wilkinson joins the show to share some great TVs to look at for the month of November for some potential deals. How can you access those iTunes songs you purchased on your Apple device all those years ago and play them on your Android device? Plus, Johnny Jet talks about the busiest travel time of the year!

• Apple unveils M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, the most advanced chips for a personal computer.
• How Microsoft is making a mess of the news after replacing staff with AI.
• What's the best way to back up my data?
• Scott Wilkinson and TVs to look at for some potential deals during the month of November.
• Why can't I use my purchased ringtones after updating to iOS 17?
• How can I play my purchased iTunes songs on my Android phone?
• What are some recommendations for an adblocker?
• Johnny Jet and busiest travel time of the year.
• Should I be concerned about security if I'm using an end-of-life Chromebook with Lacros?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Scott Wilkinson and Johnny Jet

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Apple has a "spooky fast" event coming up on October 30th. Remember to join Leo & Mikah for their coverage of the event @ 5pm Pacific! What are some ways to stop video ads from automatically playing while using cellular data? And are there tutors for learning a program such as Roblox? 

• X launches two new subscriptions to boost your replies.
• HackerOne paid ethical hackers over $300 million in bug bounties.
• Tens of millions now work in the $250 billion 'Creator Economy".
• Apple sends out gift boxes with AirPods Max and 'Sweet and Spooky' snacks to promote Mac event.
• Should I have a dedicated 2.4GHz router for my smart devices?
• Why does a company need complete access to my Google Calendar for me to access their calendar?
• How can I stop video ads from playing while using cellular data?
• Can I transcribe voicemails to text?
• Is there a way to force the iPhone 15 to shoot at 24MP?
• How can I control the kind of information companies have on me?
• Why is my Samsung monitor turning off and on constantly?
• Since Windows ended the free Windows 7 / 8 upgrade to 10, could they end the Windows 10 to 11 upgrade soon?
• Are there services out there to teach someone how to use Roblox?
• Is there an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) that will work under extreme cold temperatures?
• How can I download specific podcast episodes from a series at once?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

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It's Dick DeBartolo's 78th birthday! No wonder Leo and Mikah are dressed up for the occasion. How can you show your iPad and iPhone on your screen? It's software that Mikah uses on iOS Today! And how can I get my remote control to work constantly, rather than only after... cooling it down in a refrigerator?

• Apple's iMacs and MacBook Pros are in short supply ahead of planned launch at end of month.
• eero Plus update may block podcasts.
• We'll be covering the Snapdragon Summit event on Tuesday, October 24th at 12:00pm PST!
• A caller has some suggestions about setting a fixed route for your GPS.
• Can you turn off CarPlay's Auto Navigation feature?
• Why is my phone not starting up?
• How easy is it to host a podcast nowadays?
• Dick DeBartolo joins us to celebrate his 78th birthday with great gadgets!
• What's going on with my remote? Why can I only use it after cooling it down in the refrigerator?
• Is there an application like Mylio (A TWiT advertiser) for Linux?
• A viewer wonders about Leo and Mikah's opinion on the iPhone 15 cameras.
• How can you get ChatGPT on your phone?
• What software or hardware can I use to show my iPad and iPhone in a recording?
• A suggestion of a laptop for those more sensitive to LED lighting.
  

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Dick DeBartolo

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Can I force my Maps application to keep the same route without modifying it? Why am I receiving an error 431 when visiting a webpage on my browser? And Rod Pyle talks about the recent eclipse, and Chris Marquardt joins us to review the prolonged photo assignment review of "Adorable"!

• The satellites of the future are heading to space right now.
• Leo shows off the Pixel 8 Pro phone he just recently got.
• NFL Sunday Ticket draws about 1.3 million fans to YouTube.
• Can I swap in a new drive into my Plex server setup when it's been backed up with a copy of my old drive used on the server?
• How can I keep the same route on my GPS application without having Google Maps change it?
• Rod Pyle and the Annular Solar Eclipse.
• How often should I update my phone? Should I be concerned with my phone's security when traveling overseas?
• What's the difference between cybersecurity and privacy?
• Chris Marquardt and the Photo Assignment review of "Adorable."
• What is "Error 431", and why am I getting it on a specific browser?
• Why are livestreams not playing on my Samsung Smart TV?
• Should I use a separate network for my security cameras, lights, and other smart home accessories for the best IoT security?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Rod Pyle and Chris Marquardt

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What's the easiest way to record how-to videos on your computer? Why are some people receiving notes on their EV vehicles at charging stations? And Mikah demos a new feature introduced in the latest version of Apple's Safari browser: Safari Profiles! 

• Zoom is launching its own Google Docs competitor.
• Americans have lost billions in Social Media scams.
• Did Elon Musk endorse Biden, come out as transgender, and die of suicide?
• What software can I use to create how-to videos easily? And what service can I use to send texts to my customers?
• Will Microsoft CoPilot have access to my hard drive on my computer?
• Sam Abuelsamid and EV fast charging... passive-aggressive notes?
• What are some recommendations for a USB-C hub?
• Does clicking the unsubscribe button in emails let the sender know that an email is an active account?
• Is it worth setting up a separate modem & ISP for my home studio setup?
• Is a MacBook Air good enough for doing coding and data science work on it?
• Mikah Sargent demos the new profiles feature on the Safari browser as he answers a question about Safari profiles and if it works with separate bookmarks and passwords.
• Will adding someone to your contacts list in Gmail help not to put them under the spam filter in Gmail?
• How can I get old voicemails and text messages off a deceased person's iPhone?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Sam Abuelsamid

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Why is the iPhone 15 Pro overheating for some users? Apple says it's due to an iOS 17 bug. What are the pros and cons of using the iPhone 15's optimized battery vs. 80% limit battery setting? Plus, Scott Wilkinson helps with a viewer's question about sync issues with their Sonos soundbar, and Johnny Jet has a tip to help recover your lost item at an airport more quickly.

• iPhone 15 Pro Max passes CR's drop test.
• Apple says iPhone 15 Pro overheating due to iOS 17 bug, not hardware design.
• Linda Yaccarino tried to show the X app on her phone during her car-crash interview. It didn't appear to be there.
• Mark Zuckerberg conducts the first interview in the Metaverse.
• Why is my Android Auto head unit in my car freezing when I plug my Pixel phone into the car?
• What are the pros and cons between "optimized battery" and "80% limit" with the iPhone 15 lineup?
• Scott Wilkinson and fixing a viewers' syncing issue with their Sonos soundbar.
• What computer should I get my kid who is creating video content and is interested in 3D modeling?
• A caller follows up with an issue that another caller had a few episodes ago about some services placing you in the wrong location.
• Johnny Jet stops by to talk about Leo's trip to Green Bay and has a tip to help recover your lost items at an airport.
• With Google Podcasts sunsetting starting in 2024, what alternatives do Leo and Mikah suggest to replace the service?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guests: Scott Wilkinson and Johnny Jet

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Leo and Mikah geek out over the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 and iPhone 15 Pro, and answer your tech questions, from mysterious HomePod handoff fails to Chromebook upgrade recommendations.

• Leo shares his experience with the new iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra 2.
• Tinder Select's new $500/month premium dating service prompts disbelief - would you pay that much to find love?
• What's the best replacement for an aging Pixelbook?
• Dick DeBartolo returns from holiday toy showcase events - slime your Barbie with the new Barbie Pop Reveal toy and race Hot Wheels in augmented reality.
• How to curb AirPods' aggressive automatic device switching.
• How to fix issues connecting Apple devices to Wi-Fi 6E networks.
• What are the best practices when setting up a new iPhone?
• What is a 4K native" hard drive, and why are there incompatibilities mixing drives in RAID configurations
• A follow-up caller shares Chromebrew, a package manager for Chrome OS.
• Why Amazon Echo's 'Drop In' feature is excellent for chatting with elderly relatives.
• Is there a way to easily identify different debit cards in Apple Pay that have identical card images?
• How to share share a custom email domain.
• Issues with iPhone handoff to a HomePod pair that is also paired with an Apple TV.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

Guest: Dick DeBartolo

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