Tech Break (Video)
1,236 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★ - 9 ratingsTech Break brings you technology news and updates as they happen. So stay informed and discover new gadgets, apps, unboxings, beta releases, interviews, and essential excerpts from our shows. With Tech Break there is no set schedule and our hosts will publish new content as it develops.
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Elon Musk: "FREE AMERICA NOW!" | TWiT Bits
April 30, 2020 01:36 - 2 minutes - 31.1 MB VideoElon Musk wants America to get back to work. Full episode at twit.tv/twig557 Hosts: Leo Laporte and Jeff Jarvis Guest: Mathew Ingram You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Oppo Find x2 First Look | TWiT Bits
April 29, 2020 04:58 - 12 minutes - 149 MB VideoOn All About Android, Florence Ion goes hands-on with the Oppo Find x2, a device that shares a lot with the OnePlus 8 Pro including the 120Hz 1440p display. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/aaa/470 Hosts: Jason Howell, Florence Ion, and Ron Richards Guest: Adam Doud You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Apple/Google Contact Tracing Update | TWiT Bits
April 29, 2020 02:55 - 20 minutes - 237 MB VideoApple/Google Contact Tracing. On Security Now, Steve gives an update on the joint Apple / Google virus contact tracing. Subscribe & watch the full Security Now podcast: https://twit.tv/sn/764 Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Unboxing the iPad Pro Magic Keyboard | TWiT Bits
April 29, 2020 00:06 - 3 minutes - 86.9 MB VideoOn iOS Today, Leo Laporte receives and unboxes his new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro! Full episode at twit.tv/ios496 Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
The Worst Product Apple Ever Made | TWiT Bits
April 28, 2020 23:53 - 6 minutes - 90.1 MB VideoOn MacBreak Weekly, Leo Laporte, Rene Ritchie, Andy Ihnatko, and Lory Gil celebrate the 5th anniversary of the worst product Apple ever made. Subscribe & watch the full MacBreak Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/mbw/711 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Rene Ritchie, and Lory Gil You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Netflix Rolling Out Screen Lock Feature for Android | TWiT Bits
April 28, 2020 02:01 - 6 minutes - 133 MB VideoOn Smart Tech Today, Mikah Sargent gives his opinion on Netflix's new feature for Android devices that hopefully prevents accidental pauses. Also, what's the difference between captions and subtitles? Full episode at twit.tv/stt27 Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
To Get Through COVID-19, We Have to Steer Into the Skid | TWiT Bits
April 27, 2020 02:29 - 4 minutes - 48.8 MB VideoAsk a futurist: how do we get from now to the Covid-19 free future? Steer into the skid. Full episode at twit.tv/twit768 Host: Leo Laporte Guest: Amy Webb You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Coronavirus Scams | TWiT Bits
April 25, 2020 03:32 - 11 minutes - 97 MB VideoNew data shows that consumers and SMBs have a high risk of becoming victims of coronavirus scams. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/twiet/390 Hosts: Curt Franklin, Louis Maresca, and Brian McHenry You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Airbnb's Coronavirus Collapse | TWiT Bits
April 23, 2020 22:37 - 14 minutes - 188 MB VideoAirbnb's Coronavirus Collapse On Tech News Weekly, James Temperton from Wired details how Airbnb's outlook went from excellent to grim in light of the Coronavirus, and how that is impacting its host community. Subscribe & watch the full Tech News Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/tnw/130 Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jason Howell Guest: James Temperton You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Microsoft 365 for Consumers is Here! | TWiT Bits
April 23, 2020 02:55 - 13 minutes - 164 MB VideoMicrosoft 365 for consumers is here. Microsoft has made the shift from Office 365 Personal/Home to Microsoft 365 Personal/Family. What's changed? (Just the brand). What about all those new features that Microsoft promised? Full episode at twit.tv/ww669 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Mary Jo Foley You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Google Debit Card | TWiT Bits
April 23, 2020 02:24 - 7 minutes - 121 MB VideoGoogle is working on a debit card to rival Apple card. Full episode at twit.tv/twig556 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Stacey Higginbotham, and Jeff Jarvis You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro First Look | TWiT Bits
April 22, 2020 05:43 - 3 minutes - 52.6 MB VideoOn All About Android, Max Weinbach from XDA Developers gives a first look at the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro smartphone, a device that pushes the upper limits of the company's usually price-conscious approach. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/aaa/469 Hosts: Jason Howell, Ron Richards, and Florence Ion Guest: Max Weinbach You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Zoom's Security Fix Team | TWiT Bits
April 22, 2020 04:25 - 17 minutes - 228 MB VideoZoom hired Luta Security, founded by Katie Moussouris, to enhance its security due to the sudden surge in popularity with its platform. They also brought on other well-known security experts such as Alex Stamos and Lea Kissner. Subscribe & watch the full Security Now podcast: https://twit.tv/sn/763 Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Free Content via the Apple TV App | TWiT Bits
April 22, 2020 03:23 - 3 minutes - 41.2 MB VideoOn iOS Today, Mikah Sargent points out that there is a bunch of free content for everyone to watch when one downloads the Apple TV app! Leo recommends Succession. Full episode at twit.tv/ios495 Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
iPhone SE Beats Android Phones in Every Way Except the Camera | TWiT Bits
April 22, 2020 02:38 - 22 minutes - 298 MB VideoiPhone SE beats Android phones in every way except the camera. Get the iPhone SE: https://amzn.to/3btNgva Subscribe & watch the full MacBreak Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/mbw/710 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Lory Gil, Andy Ihnatko, and Rene Ritchie You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
EARN IT Will Kill End-to-End Encryption. Call Your Senator Now | TWiT Bits
April 20, 2020 02:09 - 3 minutes - 43.2 MB VideoThe US Senate is trying to kill encryption and Section 230 protection in one fell swoop. Call your senator now and tell them that you want them to vote NO on the EARN IT act. Full episode at twit.tv/767 Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Kevin Rose, Patrick Norton, and Robert Heron You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Live Streaming Equipment for Churches | TWiT Bits
April 19, 2020 01:15 - 6 minutes - 117 MB VideoJohnny in Atlanta Georgia calls The Tech Guy to ask about equipment suggestions to set up live streaming video for his church services. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/ttg/1687 Host: Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
TWiT Game Night: Jackbox Party Pack 6 Let's Play | TWiT Bits
April 18, 2020 01:44 - 1 hour - 1.14 GB VideoLeo Laporte, Ant Pruitt, Mikah Sargent, and Jason Howell kick off the weekend with TWiT Game Night to play Jackbox Party Pack 6. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Mikah Sargent, Ant Pruitt, and Jason Howell Guest: Anthony Nielsen You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
iPhone SE Gets Long Overdue Update | TWiT Bits
April 17, 2020 00:23 - 9 minutes - 94.7 MB VideoiPhone SE Gets Long Overdue Update. On Tech News Weekly, Mikah Sargent and Jason Howell speak to Dan Moren from Six Colors about Apple's latest announcement of the iPhone SE, a low-cost smartphone that may be perfectly suited for now. Subscribe & watch the full Tech News Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/tnw/129 Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jason Howell Guest: Dan Moren You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
No Microsoft Dual-screen Devices This Year | TWiT Bits
April 16, 2020 22:50 - 12 minutes - 204 MB VideoWindows 10X Delayed. Don't expect any Windows 10X dual-screen devices this year. Microsoft's new target for 10X is single-screen devices. We knew (though MS didn't admit) that 10X was coming to traditional PCs. Now that's priority No. 1 for 10X as it should be! Full episode at twit.tv/ww668 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Mary Jo Foley, and Paul Thurrott You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
How Apple & Google's Coronavirus Contact Tracing Plan Will Work | TWiT Bits
April 16, 2020 22:07 - 22 minutes - 248 MB VideoOn This Week in Google, Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Stacey Higginbotham discuss exactly how Apple and Google's new plan to track coronavirus victims and everyone they come in contact with to stop the spread of the deadly virus. Full episode at twit.tv/twig555 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Stacey Higginbotham, and Jeff Jarvis You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Personalize Your Apple Watch With Watchsmith | TWiT Bits
April 15, 2020 19:36 - 4 minutes - 62.6 MB VideoOn iOS Today, Mikah Sargent picks an app that allows users to create individual complications for personalizing their Apple Watch! Full episode at twit.tv/ios494 Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro First Look | TWiT Bits
April 15, 2020 06:25 - 12 minutes - 169 MB VideoOn All About Android, Jason Howell and guest, Nick Gray from Phandroid share their pre-review impressions of the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro smartphones, the company's official foray into the top tier premium market that includes a premium price. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/aaa/468 Hosts: Jason Howell, Florence Ion, and Ron Richards Guest: Nick Gray You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
RIP John Conway, Creator of Conway's Game of Life | TWiT Bits
April 15, 2020 04:05 - 6 minutes - 88.7 MB VideoJohn Horton Conway, the creator of The Game of Life, passed away on Saturday, April 11th, due to complications from COVID-19. Subscribe & watch the full Security Now podcast: https://twit.tv/sn/762 Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Apple and Google's Coronavirus Tracer | TWiT Bits
April 15, 2020 02:10 - 10 minutes - 102 MB VideoApple and Google's Coronavirus tracer API: privacy nightmare or healthcare savior? (Or both?) Subscribe & watch the full MacBreak Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/mbw/709 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Rene Ritchie Guest: Adam Engst You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
LIFX Light Strip Impressions | TWiT Bits
April 14, 2020 01:46 - 7 minutes - 95.4 MB VideoOn Smart Tech Today, Matt Cassinelli gives some impressions on his LIFX LED strip project for home decoration. Full episode at twit.tv/stt25 Hosts: Matthew Cassinelli and Mikah Sargent You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
5G Towers, Coronavirus, and Conspiracy Theory | TWiT Bits
April 13, 2020 05:05 - 5 minutes - 82.4 MB Video5G towers are being burned in England and the Netherlands to stop coronavirus. We have officially hit maximum techno panic. Full episode at twit.tv/twit766 Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Rene Ritchie, Georgia Dow, and Owen JJ Stone You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Remote Access Checklist | TWiT Bits
April 11, 2020 04:19 - 6 minutes - 71.7 MB VideoOn This Week in Enterprise Tech 388, Lou Maresca, Curt Franklin, and Brian Chee talk about what companies should put on their checklist when setting up remote access for their employees. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/twiet/388 Hosts: Louis Maresca, Brian Chee, and Curt Franklin You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
4th TWiT AMA with Jason, Andy, & Jeff | TWiT Bits
April 10, 2020 20:56 - 1 hour - 784 MB VideoOur 4th AMA gathers hosts with very different specialties and personalities. They discuss hard questions like how to deal with anxiety, what is their dream job, and if clowns are good or bad! Hosts: Jason Howell, Andy Ihnatko, and Jeff Jarvis You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Is YouTube Better Than Zoom For At-Home Learning? | TWiT Bits
April 10, 2020 01:06 - 12 minutes - 139 MB VideoOn Tech News Weekly, Sophie Lucido Johnson talks about her experience teaching her high school class while vlogging on YouTube as an alternative to Zoom conference calls. Subscribe & watch the full Tech News Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/tnw/128 Hosts: Jason Howell and Mikah Sargent Guest: Sophie Lucido Johnson You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Fighting COVID-19 With Convalescent Plasma | TWiT Bits
April 10, 2020 00:31 - 6 minutes - 75.8 MB VideoDr. Scott Wright, M.D. (K0MD) Director at the Mayo Clinic talks with Bob Heil and Gordon West about how people who have recovered from COVID-19 can help to treat patients with the disease. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/hn/448 Hosts: Bob Heil and Gordon West Guest: Dr. Scott Wright, M.D. You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Microsoft Cancels All Live Events Through July 2021 | TWiT Bits
April 09, 2020 03:17 - 5 minutes - 95.1 MB VideoMicrosoft confirms it's canceling its in-person first-party conferences and events through July 1, 2021. All events will be online-only. Full episode at twit.tv/ww667 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Mary Jo Foley You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Steak-Umm Twitter Gives the Best Coronavirus Advice | TWiT Bits
April 09, 2020 02:50 - 4 minutes - 44.5 MB VideoIn another example of how we are living in the cyberpunk future we always wanted, Steak-Umm's has started giving the best coronavirus advice on Twitter. Full episode at twit.tv/twig554 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Stacey Higginbotham You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Apple Making 1M+ Face Shields per Week | TWiT Bits
April 08, 2020 16:38 - 3 minutes - 37.6 MB VideoApple starts producing 1 million+ face shields per week for healthcare workers. Subscribe & watch the full MacBreak Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/mbw/708 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Rene Ritchie, Lory Gil, and Andy Ihnatko You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
LG V60 ThinQ Review | TWiT Bits
April 08, 2020 04:42 - 15 minutes - 140 MB VideoOn All About Android, Florence Ion gives a comprehensive review of the LG V60 ThinQ phone along with the optional dual-screen attachment. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/aaa/467 Hosts: Florence Ion, Jason Howell, and Ron Richards Guest: Michael Wolfson You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Zoom is a Security Nightmare | TWiT Bits
April 08, 2020 03:12 - 23 minutes - 333 MB VideoZoom security - from zoombombing to encryption issues, Steve Gibson runs down Zoom's security concerns. Subscribe & watch the full Security Now podcast: https://twit.tv/sn/761 Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Apple Does a Really Nice Thing | TWiT Bits
April 08, 2020 01:29 - 4 minutes - 43 MB VideoOn iOS Today, Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent check out Tim Cook's explanation of Apple's plan to help out medical frontline workers. Full episode at twit.tv/ios493 Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Zoom Security Issues - Should You Use It? | TWiT Bits
April 06, 2020 04:30 - 18 minutes - 215 MB VideoZoom goes from 10 million to 250 million daily users, struggles with zoombombing and security issues. Full episode at twit.tv/twit765 Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Brian McCullough, Christina Warren, and Jason Hiner You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Welcome to Hands-On Wellness | TWiT Bits
April 06, 2020 02:02 - 1 minute - 18.9 MB VideoWelcome to Hands-On Wellness. Each week Ant Pruitt will share awesome tech products, apps and services that will help you get a better grasp on your personal wellness. Our wellness and health deserve more attention. Subscribe to stay informed about all of the awesome tech tools available that will help take your personal wellness and health to the next level. Let's go! Subscribe & watch the full Podcast: https://twit.tv/how/ Subscribe to the Hands-On Wellness YouTube Channel: https://twit...
Zoom Video Conferencing Security | TWiT Bits
April 05, 2020 03:04 - 9 minutes - 170 MB VideoWith the sudden popularity of Zoom as a video conferencing tool, security issues are getting exposed as well. It may be harder than you think to balance convenience and security. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/ttg/1683 Host: Leo Laporte You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
TWiT AMA with Flo, Rene, Stacey, and Paul | TWiT Bits
April 03, 2020 21:04 - 50 minutes - 621 MB VideoOur 3rd AMA gathers hosts with very different specialties and personalities. Our hosts discuss Android, Apple, Google, and Microsoft, as well as their new shelter in place hobbies and activities. Hosts: Florence Ion, Rene Ritchie, Stacey Higginbotham, and Paul Thurrott Co-Host: Laura Donohue You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
T-Mobile's Sprint Acquisition is Complete | TWiT Bits
April 02, 2020 23:33 - 13 minutes - 139 MB VideoOn Tech News Weekly, Joe Maring from Android Central talks about T-Mobile's finalized acquisition of Sprint, what it means to become The New T-Mobile, and what it might mean for the US mobile network industry moving forward. Subscribe & watch the full Podcast: https://twit.tv/tnw/127 Hosts: Jason Howell and Mikah Sargent Guest: Joe Maring You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Microsoft Virtualizes Ignite | TWiT Bits
April 02, 2020 02:42 - 10 minutes - 170 MB VideoMicrosoft cancels Ignite, will embrace "all-digital experiences." It was inevitable, but Microsoft seems to suggest that more changes are coming. Full episode at twit.tv/ww666 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Mary Jo Foley, and Paul Thurrott You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Astrophysicist Coronavirus Inventor Gets Magnets Stuck Up Nose | TWiT Bits
April 02, 2020 02:21 - 5 minutes - 126 MB VideoWhile trying to invent a device to prevent himself from touching his face, and Australian astrophysicist got magnets stuck up his nose. Full episode at twit.tv/twig553 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Stacey Higginbotham, and Jeff Jarvis You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Android Says Bye to Dark Sky | TWiT Bits
April 01, 2020 05:17 - 11 minutes - 152 MB VideoOn All About Android, Florence Ion marks her return to the show by noting her displeasure of Apple's acquisition of the Dark Sky weather app. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/aaa/466 Hosts: Jason Howell, Florence Ion, Ron Richards, and Ant Pruitt You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Folding@Home | TWiT Bits
April 01, 2020 02:50 - 8 minutes - 130 MB VideoFolding@Home - how to donate your unused CPU cycles to help provide answers to COVID-19. recently, the Folding@Home network became the world's first exascale supercomputer! Subscribe & watch the full Podcast: https://twit.tv/sn/760 Hosts: Leo Laporte and Steve Gibson You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Apple Buys Hyperlocal Weather App Dark Sky | TWiT Bits
April 01, 2020 01:45 - 6 minutes - 86.1 MB VideoApple buys hyperlocal weather app Dark Sky and immediately shuts down the Android app. Subscribe & watch the full MacBreak Weekly podcast: https://twit.tv/mbw/707 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Rene Ritchie, and Lory Gil You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Teddy Bear Malware, Russian Phishing, and Other Hacks | TWiT Bits
March 30, 2020 02:24 - 5 minutes - 87.4 MB VideoAll the ways hackers are taking advantage of coronavirus confusion, from teddy bear malware to Chinese phishing attacks. Full episode at twit.tv/twit764 Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Lexy Savvides, Seth Rosenblatt, and Ed Bott You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
Tracking Coronavirus Through Kinsa | TWiT Bits
March 29, 2020 21:28 - 7 minutes - 86.4 MB VideoKinsa digital thermometers posts an interesting map that could be used to track the spread of coronavirus. Full episode at twit.tv/twig552 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Stacey Higginbotham, and Jeff Jarvis You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/
How to Stay Safe (Digitally) During Coronavirus | TWiT Bits
March 29, 2020 20:56 - 3 minutes - 55.7 MB VideoTip of the week: Stay (digitally) safe during the Coronavirus. Microsoft has some advice, especially about email! Full episode at twit.tv/ww665 Hosts: Leo Laporte and Paul Thurrott You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our full shows at https://twit.tv/shows/