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On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers one of the more common problems that plagues Apple Watch users: how can you fix an Apple Watch streak that was broken?

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Duration: 00:22:08

The App Store Awards are in, and this year's breakout games are shaking up what we expect on iOS, iPad, and even Apple Vision Pro. See which titles are worthy of the hype, who's pushing boundaries, and why the winners really matter for Apple device owners.

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Wins iPhone Game of the Year Dredge Named iPad Game of the Year: Sinister Fishing Adventure Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition Takes Mac Game of the Year Apple Vision Pro Game Spotlight: Portals and Puzzle-Solving in Porta Newbie What the Clash Tops Apple Arcade Picks for Multiplayer Fun C...

Duration: 00:41:38

Jacob Ward of The Rip Current joins Mikah Sargent on the show this week! Lego unveils its Smart Brick. Jacob kvetches about AI's overwhelming presence at CES. We get some on-site reporting from CES. And Utah becomes the first state to allow artificial intelligence to renew medical prescriptions.

Mikah talks about Lego's new Smart Brick technology that allows you to interact and play with your Lego sets more directly. Jacob shares his thoughts about the overall theme of AI that has become front and center at this year's CES event. Stephen Robles of beard.fm joins the show...

Duration: 01:07:38

Think you know the Health app? Think again. This episode unpacks Apple's quiet rollout of powerful and important features, from crash detection to real-time medication reminders, that are quietly transforming the way you can track your wellbeing.

Dive into emergency SOS, medical ID, and safety alerts Apple Watch-exclusive notifications: heart rate, crash, fall, and walking steadiness Hypertension and blood pressure notifications arrive for Apple Watch users Cardio fitness, ECG, and irregular rhythm alerts explained Court drama and a workaround for Apple's blood oxygen feature Monitoring vitals, hearing safety, and sleep apnea detection AFib history versus irregular rhythm notifications ...

Duration: 00:15:28

On the first episode of Hands-On Tech for 2026, Mikah helps Andrew out with some recommendations to replace his home theater PC (HTPC) so that his family can watch old home movies easily!

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Duration: 00:14:07

Apple shook up its device family with new models this past year, but not all the changes were obvious. If you missed these pair of episodes, find out what actually made the 2025 Apple Watch and iPhone lineup different—and why picking the wrong one could mean missing out on must-have features (or overpaying for ones you'll never use).

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Duration: 01:06:12

Take a look back at some of our favorite interviews from the past year on Tech News Weekly!

Eric Migicovsky, founder of the smartwatch company Pebble, joins Mikah to talk about exciting news with Pebble. Bloomberg antitrust reporter Leah Nylen returns to unpack the latest in the DOJ's case against Google. She explains the three proposed remedies—including a possible Chrome browser divestiture—and what testimony from tech competitors like DuckDuckGo, Perplexity, and OpenAI revealed about Google's dominance in search and AI. Leila Zia, Head of Research at the Wikimedia Foundation, outlines their new AI roadmap, which focuses on s...

Duration: 01:27:50

After a year tangled in political drama, AI hype, and regulation battles, the TWiT crew explains how many of tech's "biggest stories" simply fizzled into nothing or left us with new headaches by year's end.

Year-end tech trends: AI, politics, and security dominated 2025 Major stories faded fast: TikTok saga, political tech drama, DOGE scandal TikTok's ownership battle—Oracle, Trump donors, and US-China tensions China tech fears: banned drones, IoT vulnerabilities, secret radios in buses Rising political pressure for internet privacy and media literacy reform Surveillance and kill switch concerns in US grid and port infrastructure Convenience vs. privacy: Am...

Duration: 03:03:30

On Hands-On Tech, Richie asks Mikah Sargent about saving their TiVo recordings to their PC after TiVo discontinued its TiVo Desktop software.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Duration: 00:12:46

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy from The Verge joins Mikah Sargent for the final episode of Tech News Weekly for 2025! Are AI health coaches the future for wearables? A look back at smart home news and devices in 2025. And how AI image generators have changed over time.

Mikah talks about an article written by CNET's Vanessa Hand Orellana about AI health coaches in wearables and how it showcases innovation within healthcare, but also the data concerns if data breaches or unauthorized access to the data occur. Jennifer reflects on the smart home news and smart home devices highlighted in the...

Duration: 01:05:14

This year's App Store Awards are shaking things up, spotlighting indie apps and clever tools for neurodivergent users, rather than corporate giants. Mikah and Rosemary break down which surprising winners deserve a spot on your home screen.

Timo: Neurodivergent-friendly AI planner wins iPhone App of the Year Detail: Auto-editing video app takes iPad App of the Year Essayist: Citation-powered writing app honored for Mac Explore POV: Immersive video app wins Apple Vision Pro App of the Year Strava: Fitness tracking app crowned Apple Watch App of the Year HBO Max: Redesigned streaming app lands Apple TV App of...

Duration: 00:41:50

Ever wonder why your iPad keeps popping up surprise notes every time you swipe from the corner? This episode breaks down the Quick Notes feature, why it keeps tripping up users, and the simple settings that put you back in control.

Activating Quick Notes with swipe gestures from screen corners Quick Notes interface walkthrough: markup, multiple notes, screenshots, sharing Using Quick Notes while multitasking—making fast notes during other activities Quick Notes storage and organization in the Notes app Apple Pencil integration with Quick Notes How to disable or customize corner swipe gestures in iPadOS settings Assigning screenshot fu...

Duration: 00:08:32

On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Curt asks Mikah Sargent about a good replacement to the Pocket app, an app that allowed you to save articles for later reading, which Firefox discontinued back in July of 2025.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Duration: 00:13:59

Amanda Silberling of TechCrunch joins Mikah Sargent on Tech News Weekly this week! The former CEO of Hinge left his position this week to launch an AI-powered dating app. Pebble is coming out with its take on a smart ring. What is the AI Model Context Protocol? And could grocery delivery services be using AI to charge different prices for groceries to consumers?

Amanda talks about a new AI-powered dating app called Overtone that the former CEO of Hinge, Justin McLeod, has founded. Pebble is coming out with its own smart ring with a built-in microphone, and Mikah...

Duration: 01:07:52

Tired of scrolling endlessly to find that one hilarious link or important document someone texted you months ago? Mikah Sargent reveals how a simple click unveils every photo, link, and document from your conversations, saving you time and sanity.

Quick access to shared content using the disclosure arrow on macOS Sorting and previewing photos, videos, and shared media within message threads Accessing and managing links and documents shared via Messages Filtering content types like photos, videos, screenshots, and collaborations for faster retrieval Practical tips for recovering past shared files in Messages

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Duration: 00:10:34

Tired of losing track of shows or playing hide-and-seek with your next binge-watch? Discover unexpected tricks, overlooked apps, and candid talk about making sense of the ever-messy world of streaming from the comfort of your Apple device.

Tracking what you watch using Apple TV's Up Next queue Apple TV integration tips, Netflix limitations, and notification quirks iPhone vs. iPad vs. Mac Apple TV app differences and channel management Using JustWatch to find where content is streaming Sharing watch lists and managing subscriptions in JustWatch Pros and cons of digital media purchases versus streaming The rise of Letterboxd for...

Duration: 00:43:47

On Hands-On Tech, listener Michael proposes an idea to Mikah Sargent if Apple could ever bring back the iPod Classic, but updated to be a home ecosystem? Mikah shares his thoughts.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Duration: 00:15:38

Discover unexpected ways Apple's accessibility features can make any iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch easier to use, whether you need extra-large text at bedtime or want an edge with hands-free controls. Find out how these settings quietly power mainstream features and solve problems you didn't know had solutions!

Reduce White Point and night-time usability tips Display and text size customization for comfort and legibility Magnifier, Zoom, and hover text make small details readable Color filters and PWM toggle for migraines and color blindness Accessibility for temporary or situational needs (not just disability) Using pointer devices, sign language support...

Duration: 00:43:08

Ever wonder why apps suddenly disappear from your iPhone, just when you need them most? This episode reveals the iOS feature quietly sweeping your unused apps off your device and shows you how to take control.

How to find and adjust App Store app settings in iOS Reviewing app permissions and privacy controls in App Store settings Managing automatic app downloads, updates, and in-app content Using cellular data for app downloads: controls and limits How to handle in-app ratings, reviews, and update prompts Offload Unused Apps explained: storage, data, and user experience Personalized recommendations and privacy management in...

Duration: 00:15:38

On Hands-On Tech, helps out helps listener Daniel switch their MFA from Authy to another app, and explains why it's going to be a more tedious process than with other MFA's.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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Duration: 00:11:04

On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Elizabeth asks Mikah Sargent if she really needs to replace power strips after a period of time. And Stan wonders if there are any smart light switches that can connect to his 5.4 GHz router?

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Duration: 00:34:56

Dan Moren of Six Colors joins Mikah Sargent this week! Apple Wallet's mobile driver's license feature is expanding to more users. An AI-powered teddy bear was caught giving explicit and graphic instructions to children. Google unveiled Gemini 3. And can AI-powered smart pens give you an edge in your academics?

Dan covers the expansion of Apple Wallet's mobile driver's license feature as the state of Illinois is the latest to support this feature. Mikah shares how an AI-powered teddy bear, FoloToy, was discovered to be teaching kids unsafe behaviors and discussing adult topics. Sabrina Ortiz of ZDNET joins the...

Duration: 01:03:42

Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience.

Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference Differences between iPhone and...

Duration: 00:22:06

Ready to ditch holiday stress? Discover the relatively new Apple Invites app and cutting-edge planning tools that could change how you host, organize, and celebrate with friends and family this season.

Apple Invites app demo: shared photos, playlists, and event updates Partiful vs. Apple Invites: choosing invite apps friends actually use Shared reminders and sections: holiday shopping and planning hacks OmniOutliner for meal prep and complex holiday schedules, plus AI outlines Favorite recipe apps: Paprika vs. Crouton for Thanksgiving cooking Secret Santa gift exchanges made easy with Elfster app features News: Apple launches $150 iPhone Pocket fashion accessory. New...

Duration: 00:41:44

In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Lance asks Mikah Sargent about the pros and cons of using powerline ethernet adapters, and Mikah shares his strong thoughts on these devices.

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Duration: 00:28:44

Jacob Ward of The Rip Current joins Mikah Sargent this week! Tech titans are investing millions into genetically engineered babies. A lot of those who worry about data privacy feel like their actions make no difference. Comments from Windows lead Pavan Davuluri on the future of Windows received a lot of blowback online. And Valve announced a trio of new hardware for.

Jacob discusses tech billionaires funding companies that are pursuing genetically engineered babies, raising concerns about the commercialization of polygenic screening. Mikah talks about how a lot of Americans do worry about data privacy, but feel helpless...

Duration: 01:12:11