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Hayao Miyazaki's AI Nightmare Studio Ghibli has few legal options to stop OpenAI from ripping off its style No elephants: Breakthroughs in image generation Okay, I'm Starting to Think AI Can Do My Job After All Clearly we're talking about the WH Signal Leak Is it safe to travel with your phone right now? Musk shuffles $80 billion in assets, reshapes gov't — just another week at the office 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki has stepped down Replit CEO Amjad Masad says learning to code is a waste of time, citing Dario Amodei's prediction that AI may generate essentially all code by next year As AI Takes His Readers, A Leading History Publisher Wonders What's Next Madison Square Garden's surveillance system banned this fan over his T-shirt design China bans facial recognition without consent; where's US law on this? Google's new experimental AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, is now available to free users tooHost: Leo Laporte
Guests: Alex Kantrowitz, Iain Thomson, and Jacob Ward
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This week we're talking about Ubuntu's 25.04 Beta, SteamOS rumors, and the next big XZ release. Then EU OS has the guys scratching their heads, KDE starts planning the Plasma Login Manager, and Torvalds has another rant over hdrtest in the kernel. For tips we have pw-mididump for dumping Pipewire Midi events, ddgr for command line Duck Duck Go, and cd . for reloading the current directory. You can see the show notes at https://bit.ly/4hX44MD and we'll see you next week!
Host: Jonathan Bennett
Co-Hosts: Jeff Massie and Ken McDonald
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In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent answer a question from Juan about setting up his Synology NAS device to create backups of his iPhone or iPad when it gets plugged into it, as well backing up the photos off the devices and into a Shared Photo Library in iCloud.
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Host: Mikah Sargent
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If you've ever wondered what the view from the International Space Station might look like in real-time, this is your episode. Or if you just want to know more about who's up there and what's going on at the ISS on a particular day, this is it. Liam Kennedy, the one and only Space TV Director, is with us. Liam has been working to bring content and video from the ISS down to earth for over a decade, and it's all come together just this year! Liam invented ISS Above, a Raspberry Pi-driven system that highlights key information about the space station in real-time. Join us for this special look at the view from on high!
NASA is cutting $420 million in contracts, as confirmed by NASA press secretary Bethany Stevens. Boeing Starliner's next crewed launch was delayed to late 2025 / early 2026 due to ongoing helium leaks and thruster issues. Northrop Grumman's Cygnus cargo mission (CRS-22) was canceled after the spacecraft was damaged during shipping; it will be rescheduled to CRS-23 in the fall. Historic FRAM 2 mission launching March 31 - first human spaceflight over Earth's poles, financed by Maltese cryptocurrency entrepreneur Chun Wang. The Blue Origin launch date with Katy Perry, the first all-female mission since Valentina Tereshkova's solo flight, is set for April 14. A partial solar eclipse will be visible over northern US and Canada on March 29.
Headlines:Main Topic - Interview with Liam Kennedy
Liam Kennedy's space journey began at age 6, watching the Apollo 11 moon landing, leading to becoming president of Orange County Astronomers and developing ways for the public to experience the Overview Effect. ISS Above is a Raspberry Pi device created in 2013 that tracks the ISS and lights up when it passes overhead, and is now in 5,000 locations worldwide. Kennedy partnered with SEN, founded by Charles Black, to create high-quality 4K cameras for the ISS after NASA's HDEV camera system stopped transmitting in 2019. SEN provides free live streaming of Earth from space via YouTube and SEN.com, generating revenue through advertising and clip licensing. The Space TV camera system includes six cameras on the Columbus module of the ISS, showcasing docking ports, Earth views, and the horizon. Space TV offers dramatically higher quality than NASA's existing cameras and captured stunning 4K footage of Boeing Starliner's undocking and Crew Dragon flights. SEN plans to expand with more cameras and locations, including potential deployment on future commercial space stations and lunar missions. Kennedy discusses the "Overview Effect" - how seeing Earth from space creates a transformative perspective that inspires action on Earth. The ISS Above Experience will be featured at the Space Symposium to celebrate the 25th anniversary of continuous human presence on the ISS.Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik
Guest: Liam Kennedy
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Some alternatives to Teslas. A law in Utah makes app stores rather than companies responsible for age verification. 23andMe files for bankruptcy. And OpenAI is following in the footsteps of its rival, Anthropic.
Emily Forlini of PCMag joins Mikah Sargent this week! Emily talks about some alternatives to Teslas that cover various price ranges. Mikah talks about a new law passed in Utah that pushes the responsibility of age verification from tech companies to app stores. Geoffrey Fowler of The Washington Post joins Mikah to talk about 23andMe filing for bankruptcy, why you should swiftly delete your DNA information from the company, and shares how you can delete that information. And OpenAI is following Anthropic in adopting the company's standard for connecting AI models to data.Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini
Guest: Geoffrey Fowler
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Scott Wilkinson has a less-than-ideal space for a home theater, so he turned to theater designer Anthony Grimani to get the best possible sound. In this episode, Scott and Anthony discuss the acoustic treatments that help the room sound as good as it possibly can. It's a case study of how to optimize the sound of an imperfect space.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
Guest: Anthony Grimani
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If you've lost count of how many times Microsoft has updated the Copilot app in Windows 11, you're not alone. Indeed, even though this app has only been available since September 2023, it feels like a lifetime. And just like that annoying uncle you have to deal with every year during Thanksgiving or whatever holiday he always ruins, Copilot is always there now, whether you want it or not. And. It. Just. Keeps. Changing.
It's changing again.
Host: Paul Thurrott
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Learn how Apple's latest macOS Sequoia update transforms the humble Notes app into a powerful calculator, allowing users to perform complex mathematical calculations right where they jot down their thoughts. Mikah Sargent breaks down the exciting new Math Notes feature that brings computational magic to your note-taking experience. From basic calculation capabilities to the defining of variables, this episode will get your brain ready to quickly crunch numbers on your Mac!
Host: Mikah Sargent
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Space is calling, and your iPhone is your intergalactic guide! Join Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard as they explore stellar apps and features that bring the cosmos right to your screen.
Night Sky App Augmented reality app that helps identify stars, constellations, and celestial objects Shows real-time sky mapping with translucent constellation overlays Can track satellites and display multiple viewing modes NASA App Free app with comprehensive space exploration content Features include space news, mission updates, live events, images, videos, and podcasts Offers AR models of rovers and spacecraft Solar Smash Planet destruction simulator Allows users to destroy planets using various weapons like nuclear missiles, asteroids, and spaceships Free app with in-app purchase options to remove ads and unlock additional features Space Flight Simulator Free app that lets users build and launch virtual rockets Simulates the challenges of rocket construction and space flight Tutorial mode helps users understand the complexities of space exploration Astronomy Watch Face 3D models of Earth, Moon, and solar system Can scroll through time to see planetary movements and moon phases Solar Watch Faces Multiple styles showing sun's movement and daylight progression Includes solar dial, solar analog, and solar graph options Astronomy backgrounds Dynamic planet views that change based on time and location Earth view particularly impressive, showing day/night transitionsNews Segment
AirPods Max USB-C Update Upcoming firmware update in April will add lossless audio and ultra-low latency Requires USB-C AirPods Max and specific cable Targeted at music creators and professionalsFeedback
Geocaching App Recommendation Cachly app suggested by listener Carson Provides comprehensive geocaching tools and offline map supportShortcuts Corner
3D Printing Air Filtration Automation Listener Carson seeks a way to automatically control air filter during 3D printing Rosemary suggests solutions like OctoPrint, Controller for HomeKit, and Home AssistantHosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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Security Copilot agents, Cursor, AC Shadows
Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell
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Interview with Gary Rivlin A new, challenging AGI test stumps most AI models "KI ist nur ein Werkzeug. Jedes Werkzeug kann missbraucht werden" Cloudflare is luring web-scraping bots into an 'AI Labyrinth' From the ChatGPT community on Reddit Google is rolling out Gemini's real-time AI video features 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki has stepped down Supreme Court declines to hear challenge to landmark press freedom case Why Apple, Meta and Google Are Buying Remote-Controlled Robot Arms OpenAI Unveils New Image Generator for ChatGPT OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap takes on expanded role as CEO Sam Altman shifts focus to research Gemini can now answer your Google Maps questions Announcing the (Reed) Hastings Initiative for AI and Humanity at Bowdoin Doctors Told Him He Was Going to Die. Then A.I. Saved His Life. Section 230 May Finally Get Changed as Lawmakers Prep New Bill Threads hanging by a thread Dave Troy: The Substack Dilemma: How Creators Are Inadvertently Fueling America's Failure Using Ray-Ban Meta glasses' Live AI and Live Translation to learn and understand foreign languages A Ray-Ban Meta battery add-on for people who miss looking like a complete Glasshole
Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Mike Elgan
Guest: Gary Rivlin
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The dangers of doing things you don't understand. Espressif responds to the claims of an ESP32 backdoor. A widely leveraged mistake Microsoft stubbornly refuses to correct. A disturbingly simple remote takeover of Apache Tomcat servers. A 10/10 vulnerability affecting some ASUS, ASRock and HPE motherboards. Google snapped up another cloud security firm but paid a price! RCS messaging to soon get full end-to-end encryption (done right!). How did an AI Crypto Chatbot lose $105,000? ...and what is an AI Crypto Chatbot? Looks like Oracle may take stewardship of TikTok to keep it in-country. Whoops! 23andMe is sinking — don't let them take your genetics with them! The White House says "the cyber guys should stay!" AI project failure rates are on the rise. Anyone surprised? Listener feedback, and a very interesting update on just how looming is the threat from quantum computing?
Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1018-Notes.pdf
Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte
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Apple is reportedly losing $1 billion a year on Apple TV+. WWDC 2025 has officially been announced. New features are coming to macOS 15.4 soon. Leo gets excited about a quiet update to the HomePod mini... the boxes that the devices come in that is. And would you buy an Apple-branded USB-C to 3.5mm cable for your AirPods Max?
Apple is apparently losing $1 billion a year on its TV+ streaming service. Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference returns the week of June 9. Tim, don't kill my vibe. Apple Music Classical gets three new features to aid discovery & learning. Construction begins on delayed Apple TV+ studios. macOS 15.4: Four new features are coming to your Mac soon. Apple has quietly updated the HomePod mini with a new box. All iPhone 18 models rumored to get speed boost from 2nm chips. PSA: This is one of the most sophisticated phishing attacks ever made against Mac users. Netflix will stream shows and movies in HDR10+ on supported devices. Apple's rumored plastic Apple Watch SE has reportedly hit a serious snag. Apple now sells USB-C to 3.5 mm cable for wired AirPods Max playback. Porch pirate criminal network stole thousands of iPhones in the U.S. EU orders Apple to open up access to iOS notifications, allow alternatives to AirDrop and AirPlay on the iPhone. Season 3 of "Severance" is a go, via Tim Cook's cute Twitter convo with Ben Stiller. Jason Bourne franchise shopped as rights leave Universal. Professional DJs can now use Apple Music tracks directly.Picks of the Week:
Jason's Pick: Insta360 Link 1 Andy's Pick: Adafruit Fruit Jam and Pico-Mac emulator (in development) Alex's Pick: PlaylistyHosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell
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Intel's new CEO to host Vision 2025 Opening Keynote on March 31st Apple Can't Beat Spotify Google says its test removing European news content for 1% of users in eight EU countries found that there was no change to Search ad revenue due to the removal Democratic Senators Team Up With MAGA To Hand Trump A Censorship Machine Vance Expects Outlines of TikTok Deal to Become Clear by Early April Telegram's Pavel Durov, Charged With Range of Crimes, Is Allowed to Leave France Alphabet's Starlink competitor Taara is spinning off into an independent company Commerce Official Gives Elon Musk Middle Finger Over Starlink Facial Recognition Company Clearview Attempted to Buy Social Security Numbers and Mugshots for its Database Scientists Achieve Record-Breaking Fusion Stability, Bringing Us One Step Closer to Clean Infinite Energy Police Warn iPhone, Android Users As Dangerous Texts Soar 600% Do school phone bans actually work? A new study says not really Klarna's deal with DoorDash is a dystopian reminder that groceries are so expensive you need a loan to shop
Host: Leo Laporte
Guests: Harry McCracken, Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ, and Patrick Beja
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Gimp 3 is finally here, after 7,10, 13, or 20 years of waiting, depending on who you ask. Blender 4.4 and Calibre 8 are out, Fedora 42 goes Beta, and Gnome 48 is available. Firefox finally brings back PWA, Linux 6.15 fixes a de-randomized security misfeature, and Asahi Lina has stepped back from Linux GPU development. For tips, we have the ifne command for if not empty, pw-metadata for getting and setting options in Pipewire, Lutris and Gamescope for running old Wine games on high resolution displays, and talk for old school text chatting in a terminal. You can find the show notes at https://bit.ly/41QPaBp and have a great week!
Host: Jonathan Bennett
Co-Hosts: Rob Campbell, Jeff Massie, and Ken McDonald
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In this episode of Hands-On Tech, David asks Mikah about trying to understand YouTube and copyright laws and why some videos using copyrighted content can remain on YouTube for some time while his own uploads using similar content get blocked and taken down despite not being the original creator.
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Host: Mikah Sargent
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After 60 years of discussion, we may finally be making real, actionable plans to send a crew to Mars. One of the prime advocates for sending humans to the Red Planet has been Dr. Robert Zubrin, founder and president of The Mars Society. In 1990, he and David Baker worked up a plan called "Mars Direct," which took the core of then-current NASA planning and streamlined it into a more realistic, affordable approach. Since then, some of the key elements have been incorporated into NASA's Design Reference Missions, still the primary set of plans for reaching Mars. Join us for this fascinating discussion.
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Crew-9 Return: Astronauts Wilmore and Williams returned to Earth via SpaceX Dragon with dolphins swimming around their capsule—spoiler alert: it was NOT AI generated! Isar Aerospace: A German company prepared for the first orbital launch from Norway's Andoya Spaceport SpaceX Record: Achieved fastest booster turnaround yet by flying the same booster twice within nine daysMain Topic: Mars Exploration with Dr. Robert Zubrin
Mars Direct Plan: Zubrin's revolutionary 1990 proposal using just two heavy-lift launches and in-situ resource utilization, influencing NASA's planning Purpose vs. Vendor-Driven: Critique of NASA's Artemis as "vendor-driven" rather than focused on the mission goal Current Opportunity: New potential for Mars exploration under the current administration, but it must be a national program Timeline Prediction: Realistic goals of uncrewed Starship on Mars by 2028 and humans by 2033 Scientific Value: First Mars Starship should carry substantial scientific payload instead of just a demonstration mission—no red Tesla Roadsters to Mars, please Planetary Protection: Strong case against the "anti-human aesthetics" of keeping Mars pristine Science Budget Concerns: Warning against proposed 50% cuts to NASA's science programs Starboat Concept: Proposal for a smaller ascent vehicle to complement Starship for more efficient Mars and Moon missions Moon vs. Mars Strategy: Design hardware primarily for Mars that can also work for lunar explorationHosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik
Guest: Dr. Robert Zubrin
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Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced.
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9a phone.Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
Guest: Jason Howell
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In this episode of Host-Read Ads, Lisa Laporte, CEO of TWiT.tv, shares the latest audience metrics from their annual survey. With over 8,000 responses, Lisa reveals 10 key insights about the TWiT audience that demonstrate why the network delivers exceptional results for advertisers, particularly those in the tech and B2B space.
Host: Lisa Laporte
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Scott Wilkinson has a less-than-ideal space for a home theater, so he turned to theater designer Anthony Grimani to get the best possible sound. In this episode, Scott and Anthony discuss the speakers that ended up in the room and their placement. It's a case study of how to accommodate an imperfect space.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
Guest: Anthony Grimani
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