What could go wrong with Gemini AI being used in live coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics? A new study using Fitbit data shows connections between sleep and diseases. What Samsung Galaxy AI features are worth using? And how AI's use in video game development is impacting the industry.

• The Paris Olympics will feature Google's Gemini AI during NBCUniversal's coverage. Emily Dreibelbis wonders, in Steve Gibson's great words, "What could possibly go wrong?"
• Mikah Sargent loves a good story about sleep coverage, so it's no surprise that he talks about a study using Fitbit data that uncovered connections between sleep and diseases.
• Lisa Eadicicco of CNET stops by to discuss Samsung's Galaxy AI features and her favorite ones.
• And finally, Brian Merchant of WIRED talks about how AI is impacting the video game industry.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Dreibelbis

Guests: Lisa Eadicicco and Brian Merchant

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When macOS Sequoia ships this fall, you'll be able to mirror — and control — your iPhone on your Mac. Now that the public beta of macOS Sequoia has shipped, Mikah Sargent shows you how to set up and use iPhone Mirroring on your Mac.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive deep into the world of HomePod and HomePod mini, revealing a treasure trove of tips and tricks. From setting alarms and using intercom features to leveraging built-in sensors and personal requests, the duo explores the full potential of Apple's smart speakers. The episode concludes with a Shortcuts Corner segment, addressing a viewer's question about customizing shortcut menu appearances.

HomePod Tips and Tricks:

• Setting alarms: Using voice commands or the Home app to set and manage alarms on HomePod
• Shazam integration: HomePod can identify songs playing nearby, though it doesn't save the results
• Temperature and humidity sensors: Newer HomePods can measure room conditions
• Intercom feature: Send voice messages to specific rooms or the entire house
• Ambient sounds: Apple's remastered soundscapes for relaxation and focus
• Personal requests: Access messages, reminders, calendars, and more through voice commands
• "What's my update?" feature: Get a personalized morning briefing including weather, reminders, and news
• Troubleshooting: Rosemary shares her experience with Siri weather responses and offers tips for resolving issues

Feedback:

• A listener wants to know how to omit BBEdit from constantly showing up as a "Recent" file

Shortcuts Corner:

• Custom menu images: A viewer asks how to add custom images to shortcut menus

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Could foldable iPhones be coming in 2026? Apple is making a marketing push to warn users to stop using Google Chrome. India is cutting import tax on smartphones. And Apple scored 72 total Emmy Award nominations for its Apple TV+ lineup.

• Foldable iPhone is coming in 2026 with top-down fold design.
• The DOJ's assault on Apple will harm consumers.
• CrowdStrike aftermath: Microsoft claims it cannot legally implement the same protections as Apple.
• Apple warns millions Of iPhone users—stop using Google Chrome.
• India cuts import tax on smartphones in boost for Apple.
• Adobe's Photoshop can now generate AI images via prompts like Dall-E or Midjourney.
• Apple scores record 72 Emmy Award nominations and sweeps across top categories...

Picks of the Week:

• Mikah's Pick: Philips Hue UV Light Sanitizer Box
• Leo's Pick: Platform:6 Creator Edition Desk
• Andy's Pick: Casio F108WH
• Alex's Pick: Matt the Electrician

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko

Guest: Mikah Sargent

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In this episode of Ask The Tech Guys, Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent dive into the recent CrowdStrike security update disaster, discuss the end of Google's URL shortener, and address listener questions about Apple Music libraries and Mac upgrades. The hosts also share insights on the show's upcoming studio changes and the importance of Club TWiT memberships for the network's sustainability.

• CrowdStrike security update causes widespread Windows crashes, affecting airlines, hospitals, and major companies
• Google announces "goo.gl" links will stop working in August 2025, potentially breaking many existing services
• Matthew asks about moving his Apple Music library to an external drive and keeping the most recent versions of files
• Leo discusses the upcoming closure of the current TWiT studio and transition to home-based production
• The evolution of studio equipment and how consumer technology now enables high-quality home production
• Fransisco inquires about using an older MacBook Pro with Big Sur for online banking and purchasing
• Hosts advise using third-party browsers for security and discuss the timing of purchasing new Macs
• Dan wants to know how to best preserve his father's microcassette tapes
• Jim can't hear the text tone on his Apple Watch and wants to know how to change the sound.
• Jeff from Michigan asks about recording high school marching band events, with Leo suggesting using smartphones or the Sony ZV-1 camera for better quality and ease of use.
• Ann from Antioch inquires about allowing Bluetooth permissions for a garage door opener app.
• Richard from Tennessee reports issues with his new Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra crashing when opening YouTube.
• Bill from Tarzana asks if leaving devices plugged in constantly is harmful, with the hosts reassuring that modern devices have circuitry to manage battery health.
• Mark from Racine inquires about Leo's switch from Authy to 2FAS for two-factor authentication, with Leo explaining his reasons for preferring 2FAS.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

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What is the future for Apple's HomePod? Leaked documents show what phones Cellebrite can and can't unlock. The security risks when using stalkerware apps. And initial thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Ring after some hands-on with the device.

• Jennifer Pattison Tuohy joins Mikah this week on Tech News Weekly! Jennifer talks about the future for Apple's HomePod following code discovered in the public beta for tvOS 18.
• Mikah Sargent talks about the Cellebrite leak, which 404 Media obtained and verified, and what devices Cellebrite can and can't unlock.
• Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai of Techcrunch talks about stalkerware apps and, besides the ethical reasons for using such apps, why using them can present a security risk for users.
• And finally, Lexy Savvides of CNET got her hands on the Samsung Galaxy Ring and shares her thoughts on it.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Guests: Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai and Lexy Savvides

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If you'd like to try out iOS & iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more, you'll need to join the Apple Public Beta Program. Mikah Sargent shows you how to sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program, install public beta software, and — if you choose — unenroll from the program.

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Host: Mikah Sargent

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In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard unveil a treasure trove of hidden features and advanced tips for iOS and iPadOS devices. From transforming your on-screen keyboard into a precision text-editing tool to customizing contact notifications, the hosts cover many practical tips to enhance your Apple device experience. They also explore photo editing tricks, Wi-Fi password sharing, live captions in FaceTime, and creating shortcuts for health management.

• Keyboard tricks:
  • Using the spacebar as a trackpad for precise text editing
  • Quick-switching between letters, numbers, and symbols without changing keyboards
• Contact customization:
  • Setting personalized vibrations and ringtones for important contacts
  • Managing emergency bypass settings to prioritize notifications
• Photo management:
  • Copying text from screenshots when apps don't allow selection
  • Applying consistent edits across multiple photos
• iOS 17 features:
  • Streamlined two-factor authentication with automatic code-filling
  • Customizable home screen layouts and focus modes
• Communication enhancements:
  • Live captions in FaceTime calls
  • Replying to specific messages in iMessage threads

Feedback:

• Discussion on authentication for the new iPhone mirroring feature

Shortcuts Corner:

• Medication reminders:
  • Creating a shortcut to set alarms for medication schedules
• Nutritional tracking:
  • Developing a custom shortcut to log dietary information in the Health app

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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