The Really Useful Podcast

Everyone is talking about ChatGPT and generative AI (that is, artificial intelligence than can "create" texts, art, music, and even video). But what can you do with it? Is it a big deal that will change your life? This week's Really Useful Podcast focuses exclusively on ChatGPT, why this AI system is making headlines, and the best ways to use it.You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.This week, we chat about the following AI tech news:Google Launching Bard AI to Compete With ChatGPTWe've got these generative AI and ChatGPT explainers:How ChatGPT Became the Fastest Growing App EverThings You Can Do With ChatGPTAI-created VPN article vs. AI-drafted VPN articleGenerate Video AI from a Text PromptOnline AI Chat CompanionsBest Alternatives to ChatGPTWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Steam Deck (again!)Nacon MG-X smartphone game controllerChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:T-Mobile Breach Leads to Google Fi Data Theft ICE Breaker Malware Targets Gambling Sites and PatronsSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Specs AnnouncedThis week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:What We Found After Using Google FiHow to Identify and Find Deleted YouTube VideosWe've also got these recommendations:Black Mountain Pick Air FryerOffice ChairChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this week's podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:New Cryptocurrency Scam Uncovered, Targets Shiba Inu Tesla Cybertruck Delays Confirmed By MuskMassive T-Mobile Data Breach Affects 37 Million CustomersMeta Unblocks Donald Trump's Instagram and Facebook AccountsWe've got these tips and tricks:How Much RAM Does Your Smartphone Need?Best Parental Control Apps for Phones and TabletsWe finish the show with the following recommendations:GoldenEye 007 making-of documentaryFactorio on Steam Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Apple's New HomePodSelf-repair Your Samsung Galaxy S22New Sony Walkman UnveiledWe've got this list of top Windows apps to install on a new PC:Must Have Applications to Install on a Windows PCWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Championship SoccerSuper Arcade FootballEvercade EXP handheld retro gaming consoleChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

You've seen the name "CES" in the papers and on TV reports, but what is it all about, really? Why do technology journalists attend every year, and what are big companies like Samsung, Lenovo, etc. doing there?You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.ShownotesThis week, we chat wholly about CES and refer to the following reports:Best New EVs at CES 2023Weird and Wacky Products at CES 2023Health and Wellness Products at CES 2023Best Laptops at CES 2023Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

If you've considered switching from Android to an iPhone, this is the podcast for you. We discuss everything, from a rationale for switching, how to get the best deal, the ease (or otherwise) of migrating data, and the importance of having AppleCare+. There is also news about Meta's latest fine from the European Union, political ads hitting Twitter, and the new Android Auto release.You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Major Android Auto Update AvailableMeta Fined 400 Million Euros for Privacy BreachesPolitical Ads Are Returning to TwitterWe've got these Android to iPhone switching links:Why You Should Switch from Android to iPhoneWays to Save Money on a New iPhoneWhy You Might Buy an iPhone Direct from AppleHow Long Do iPhones Last?iPhone vs. Pixel - Which Is Better?How to Transfer Contacts from Android to iPhoneWe've also got these recommendations: Neon WhiteCask Punchcoal Cigar Box Guitar from J. N GuitarsChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this week's podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.

You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.This week, we bring you the following tech explainers, tips, and tricks:Online Dating Mistakes to AvoidUse Windows XP for FreeHow I Created an NFTChristian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner host this week's podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey, @gavinspavin, and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.

This week, Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner discuss the high points in tech of 2022, the low points, the best new devices they've tried, and the best video games of 2022.You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.

This week's tech podcast for technophobes brings you all the Christmas food, music, and entertainment apps for kids you could possibly need at this time of year. We've also got some information on how you can donate to charities online at Christmas.You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.In this week's show:The Best Christmas Music AppsThe Best Christmas Recipe AppsChristmas Apps to Entertain Your KidsCharities You Can Donate To Online This ChristmasNo news or recommendations this week!Coming soon on the Really Useful Podcast:Our Review of 2022 drops on Wednesday 28th of December, featuring Christian Cawley, Ben Stegner, and Gavin Phillips.Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host the tech podcast for technophobes. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

We've got the latest important tech news that matters in this week's tech podcast for technophobes, plus a load of tips and tricks that you can use to improve your experience with streaming TV.You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.ShownotesThis week, we bring you the following tech news that matters:New Google Pixel 7 Features Rolling OutLastPass Password Manager Breached AgainWe've also got these tips and tricks:Free Streaming Video ServicesWi-Fi Types ExplainedSet up a VPN on Your Smart TVVPNs That Run on a Smart TVNo recommendations this week!Coming soon on the Really Useful Podcast:Two shows of the latest tech news that matters and Christmas tips and tricksOur Review of 2022 drops on Wednesday 28th of December, featuring Christian Cawley, Ben Stegner, and Gavin Phillips.Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host the tech podcast for technophobes. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.This week, we bring you the following tech news that matters:Hackers Spread Malware With New TikTok ChallengeCreate Unique Bedtime Stories With AlexaWe've got these tips and tricks:How Do Twitter Crypto Scams Work?How to View and Download Dashcam Video FootageWhat Is the Internet of Things?No recommendations this week!Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host the tech podcast for technophobes. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

This week's Black Friday special starts with these vital tips:How to Spot Mail Fraud Scams Scams to Look Out for on Black Friday Spot Scam Products When Shopping Online EBay Scams to Be Aware Of Buy Safely on AliExpressYou might like to check these dealsThe Best Black Friday Deals Get Discounted Official Microsoft Keys Surfshark VPN Deals on Black FridayMeanwhile, if you simply want to sit it out...The Happiest Sites on the WebChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Bitcoin is crashing, leaving a lot of people out of pocket. Windows 11 is sneaking ads into the operating system, and what is WPA3? With some public Wi-Fi tips and recommendations, this is your Really Useful Podcast.You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:US Justice Department Seizes Billions in BitcoinWindows 11 Nudges Sign-up AdsApple Considering Portless iPhoneWe've got these tips and tricks:WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 ExplainedWays Hackers Can Use Public Wi-Fi to Steal Your IdentityWe finish the show with the following recommendations:TheC64 Collection 1 cartridge for EvercadeNothing Ear Stick reviewChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Meta Launches NFTs on InstagramFacebook Collaborates with the DHSWe've got these tips and tricks:What Is the Mastodon Social NetworkAlternatives to TwitterWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (trailer)Impossible Dungeon for AndroidChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Elon Musk Bought Twitter, But What Is X?Samsung Galaxy Devices Getting Android 13 and One UI 5We have these tips and tricksStop Your Neighbor Stealing Your Wi-FiTroubleshoot Android Auto Disconnection ProblemsWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Superclub Football Manager Board GameTurn Your Original Raspberry Pi into a ZX Spectrum Computer With ZXBaremulatorChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

In this week's show, we talk purely about the Nintendo Switch. Here are some useful links.Which Nintendo Switch Model Is Best?What Is Nintendo Switch Online?GoldenEye 007 Heading to Nintendo SwitchNintendo Free-to-Play GamesChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Microsoft Office Becomes Microsoft 365Android Has a VPN Data LeakAndroid Pixel 7 Offers Free VPN for 5 YearsWe've got these tips and tricks:Build a Tiny DOS Gaming PC With Raspberry PiHow to Back up the Windows RegistryWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Turrican Anthology Vol I and Vol II (review)Overwatch 2 (multi-platform)Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Elon Musk Agrees to Buy Twitter (Again)New Search Engine from Ex-Google Ads Boss Launches in UKFormer Uber Security Chief Concealed Database HackWe have these tips and tricksHow to Set a Video Background on Your DesktopHas Ethereum Merge Killed Crypto Mining?We finish the show with the following recommendations:Pop!_OSFallout 2 on SteamChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the impending closure of Google Stadia:Google to Close Stadia Cloud Gaming ServiceRed Dead Redemption 2 Gamer to Lose 6000 Hours of Game Play When Stadia Closes?Ubisoft Aims to Migrate Gamers from StadiaGoogle May Enable Bluetooth on Stadia Controllers We refer to these articles relevant to Google Stadia:Google Stadia Review (2019)Killed by GoogleBest Cloud Gaming ServicesWhy I Cancelled Google Stadia We finish the show with the following recommendations:Flexispot 8-in-1 Standing DeskShargeek Storm2 Cyberpunk Power Bank Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

ShownotesThis week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Hackers Compromise Microsoft Exchange ServersWindows 11 to Get New Photos AppUK Cops Bust 17 Year Old GTA6 HackerWe have these tips and tricksTech Jobs You Can Get Without Coding SkillsWhat Is the Ethereum Merge?Ethereum Merge CompleteWe finish the show with the following recommendations:CloneZillaSoundcore HeadphonesDungeons of SundariaChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:GTA6 Source Code LeakedGTA London 1969 Snapchat Web Rolls Out to All UsersMicrosoft Edge Displays Adware in News FeedWe also look at this amazing Google Maps feature:Visit the Past in Google Street ViewWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Splatoon 3Total Recall (2012)Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:TikTok Denies Security Breach ClaimsiPhone 14 and Pixel 7 Launch NewsNew Version of Raspberry Pi OS ReleasedWhere You Can Buy a Raspberry Pi in 2022We've got these tips and tricks:Check Your Windows PC HealthReasons to Consider a DashcamWe finish the show with the following recommendations:F1 ManagerHouse of the DragonChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Should You Be Worried About the Samsung Data Breach?Twitter Edit Button Tested for SubscribersSamsung Mocks Apple's "Lack of Innovation"We've got these tips and tricks:What Is the Difference Between Windows Reset and System RestoreMake Disney+ Better on MobileWe finish the show with the following recommendations:MECOOL KA1 Android TV Smart Speaker ReviewCockroach PokerChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Why You Should Change Your Plex Password Now We've got these tips and tricks:Does Apple Use Green Bubbles to Make You Hate Android UsersIs the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Worth the Price?Free Smartphone Apps to Help Keep Coastlines CleanWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Overcooked: All You Can EatHouse of the DragonChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Our show this week features the following tech news that matters:Instagram Plans New Candid Challenges Feature to Tackle BeReal Competition35 Malicious Android Apps You Should Uninstall NowWe bring you these tips and tricks:How to Cast to Xbox One from Your PhoneThe Top Signs You've Been Caught in a Phishing Scam10 Raspberry Pi Projects for BeginnersAnd Christian has a rant about the design choices made by some dashcam manufacturers that make installing a dashcam more challenging than it needs to be.How to Install a DashcamThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Our show this week features following tech news that matters:Windows 11 Sunset Valley 2 Update LeakedPixel Phones Getting Android 13 AlreadyMicrosoft Patches Dogwalk Zero Day ExploitWe bring you these tips and tricks:Productive Things to Do on Your Phone Instead of Mindlessly ScrollingThe Best Mixing Desks for PodcastersThe show closes with the following recommendation: Insta360 Link WebcamThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Our stripped-back show this week features the following myth-busting tips and tricks:6 RAM Myths and Misconceptions That Really Aren't TrueSmartphone Myths That Aren't True7 Myths About Linux That You Should Stop BelievingThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Our stripped-back show this week features the following news:Samsung Now Let's You Repair Your PhoneLockBit Ransomware Targets Windows DefenderWe also have these explainers, tips, and tricks:What Is UPnP and Is It Dangerous?The Secrets of Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video Troubleshooting GuideWe finish the show with the following recommendation:OPPO Reno8 Pro reviewedThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:CloudMensis Mac Malware Steals DataHow to Improve Privacy on Your MacSamsung's New Folding Phones Launch August 10thFBI Warns of Fraudulent Crypto AppsWe've got these tips and tricks:How to Boost Your Wi-Fi Speed 5x With This Quick FixWhat Is Bottlenecking Your PC?We finish the show with the following recommendations:Retro Football Management for iOS and AndroidSteam Deck reviewVampire Survivors on SteamChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Hardware security news, exciting (!) new 20th century features in Windows 11, and the best tips and tricks for making the best use of your tech, and the usual weekly recommendations all vie for your attention in this week's Really Useful Podcast from MakeUseOf.ShownotesThis week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:New Spectre Vulnerability Hits Old AMD and Intel CPUsChromeOS Flex Released for Older PCs and MacsYou Can Now Rip CDs in Windows 11We've got these tips and tricks:How to Enable God Mode in Windows 11Get Xbox 360 Games With Gold Before They DisappearHow to Buy PS Vita and PlayStation 3 GamesHow to Use the PS4 Camera on a PlayStation 5We finish the show with the following recommendations:Amazon Basics Multipurpose Foldable Computer TableElgato Stream DeckChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Design LeakedGoogle Chrome Browser Updates to Fix Zero-Day ExploitWe've got these tips and tricks:Reasons to Use Nvidia GeForce NowSteam Deck ReviewedHow to Check the Windows Experience Score in Windows 10What Is Coinbase? What is Coinbase Pro?We finish the show with the following recommendations:Legoland Windsor ResortKeychron Q5 QMK keyboardChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

We've got a ton of tech news and tips and tricks in this week's podcast, which looks at USB OTG, debunks the great myths about smartphones, and tells you how to format a write-protected USB flash drive.ShownotesOur stripped-back show this week features the following news:Windows Piracy Spikes in RussiaGoogle Makes It Easier to Switch from iPhone to Android We also have these explainers, tips, and tricks:What Is USB OTG and Ways to Use ItSmartphone Myths That Aren't TrueHow to Format a Write Protected USB Flash DriveThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Our weekly tech podcast for technophobes returns, bringing you the latest news, tips, and tricks to make the best use of your tech, and some recommendations for a couple of things you might like to try.Shownotes This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Windows 8.1 Support to End in 2023Nothing Phone Will not Launch in USStarlink Negatively Night Sky Photography We've got these tips and tricks:Best macOS FeaturesWhat Are Video Game Easter Eggs?The Best Places to Sell Smart Home Gadgets We finish the show with the following recommendations:SimpleNoteNintendo Switch SportsChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Want the latest news from the world of technology, but only the stuff that affects you? Want to know how to become better at using your technology? It's time you subscribed to the Really Useful Podcast.ShownotesThis week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Microsoft Brings Casual Games to TeamsSupport Ending on Internet ExplorerMicrosoft Defender Moves to iOS, Android, and macOS - for a FeeCheck out these tips and tricks:How to Protect Your Smartphone From TheftTips to Resolve Tablet Touchscreen IssuesWe finish the show with the following recommendations:eSkute Polluno City eBikeHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Want to know what's new in the world of technology, but only the stuff that really matters? Need to know how to make better use of your computer, phone, game console, streaming service, or some other device?That's where the Really Useful Podcast comes in.Shownotes This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Xbox Keystone Console Details LeakedWindows 11 Update BugDOOMLinux and DOOM in the BIOSWe bring you these tips and tricks:What Is Save Scumming?How to Shutdown Windows 10 With a Keyboard ShortcutThe Best Sites to Download HD WallpapersAnd we finish the show with the following recommendations:Floppy Knights on Xbox and SteamG-Darius HD on Nintendo SwitchChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Why is Android Auto leaving your phone? Why is Microsoft axing Excel features? And should you buy a Pinebook Pro laptop? Plus, tips and tricks for making a bootable USB drive, online city building games for your browser, and the equipment you need for starting a YouTube channel.With the tech news that matters and some tips and tricks to help you make the best use of your devices, the Really Useful Podcast is our weekly show with Christian Cawley, Ben Stegner, and Gavin Phillips.ShownotesThis week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Google Is About to Stop You Using Android Auto on Your PhonePinebook Pro Linux Laptop Back on SaleMicrosoft Is Axing Three Excel FeaturesCheck out these tips and tricks:Tools to Make a Bootable USB DriveOnline City Building Games for Your BrowserEquipment for Starting your Own YouTube ChannelWe finish the show with the following recommendations:Stranger Things Season 4Cities: SkylinesEskute Pollono e-bikeChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Is your Google Drive secure? Do you regret switching to Linux from Windows? Need to make a free international phone call? And how much money can you earn with Google Opinion Rewards?In this week's podcast we give you the answers to all of those questions, helping you to make the best of your tech.ShownotesThis week's stripped-back show features the following explainers, tips, and tricks:Tips to Secure Your Google DriveThe Best Free Phone Call AppsReasons to Switch from Linux to WindowsEarn Money with Google Opinion RewardsThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Windows 11 has been hacked---but it's okay, as it was by ethical hackers in a competition! Meanwhile, iFixit has leaked the Steam Deck repair inventory, revealing the cost of the device's mainboard. All that and our weekly tips and tricks to help you make better use of your tech, in this week's Really Useful Podcast!ShownotesThis week, we take a look at the tech news that matters:iFixit Leaks Steam Deck Repair InventoryWindows 11 Hacked, but It's OkayWe also bring you the following explainers, tips, and tricks:Anonymous Web Browsers to Stay Private and Secure OnlineExternal Drive Not Recognized? How to Fix This in WindowsTech Items You Shouldn't Buy in a Dollar StoreTo finish, we have the following game recommendations:Nessy the NES RobotTunicChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

We've got all the tech news that matters, explainers, and tips, tricks, and recommendations in this week's Really Useful Podcast, including a look at the Terra Luna price crash and the surrounding fallout, and how to connect two routers together to increase your Wi-Fi network's range.ShownotesThis week, we take a look at the tech news that matters:Vote for Your Favorite Microsoft Store AppsWindows 11 Is Now Available in a BoxWe also bring you the following explainers, tips, and tricks:What Is Bitcoin Pizza Day?What Has Terra Luna Price Crashed?How to Connect Two Routers TogetherHow to Trace Emails Back to the SourceTo finish, we have the following recommendationsSet up a Mario Kart multiplayer tournament1More Comfobuds Mini Reviewed (Amazon link)Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Want to play Fortnite on your iPhone? Thanks to Microsoft, now you can. In this Really Useful Podcast we look at the latest tech news that matters and bring you the best tips and tricks from MakeUseOf. So, expect to learn which apps you should install on a new Windows PC, how to identify what song is playing, and how to blur your home on Google - and whether it's a good idea.ShownotesIn this week's show, we discussed the following news:EVE Online Gets a Microsoft Excel Add-onMicrosoft Sneaks Fortnite onto iPhone and iPadWe bring you these tips and tricks:Which Apps You Shoud Install on a New Windows PCHow to Identify a Song on YouTubeHow to Blur Your Home on Google Street ViewAnd we recommend these:Learn Keyboards with PopuPianoThe Return of the Obra DinnChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week we explore how Microsoft is making cloud gaming work, and why it might be planning to bring a free VPN into Microsoft Edge. With that in mind, we compare free VPNs and paid VPNs, as well as explore the different types of HDMI cables. There is also a look at the various media that NFTs are sold as.This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:Cloud Gaming Is Not a Fad, Says MicrosoftMicrosoft Edge May Introduce a Free VPNCheck out these tips and tricks:Free VPNs vs Paid VPNsEverything You Need to Know About HDMI CablesAll the Different Types of NFTHow I Minted an NFT and What Happened NextMy Full English Breakfast NFTWe finish the show with the following recommendations:LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker SagaTermination Shock by Neal StephensonChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we look at the following news, tips and tricks, and recommendations: News: 5 Things About Twitter Elon Musk Is Likely to ChangeMicrosoft Bing Ethical Shopping Hub LaunchedUbuntu 22.04 LTS Jammy Jellyfish ReleasedMicrosoft Defender Flags Google Chrome Update as SuspiciousTips and tricks: Why Computer Security Is Your ResponsibilityHow to Block Scam Likely CallsWindows Cold Caller Scam RecordedDifferent Types of VPN ExplainedRecommendations:The Fudge KitchenWhisperifyChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week's news:Why Elon Musk Bought a Big Stake in TwitterElon Musk Asks: "Is Twitter Dying?"Why Elon Musk Isn't Joining the Twitter BoardElon Musk makes Twitter takeover bidSome tips and tricks:Connect a Nintendo Switch to Your TV Without the DockWhat Is the Point of Mini PCs?How to Optimize PC AirflowHow to Say Sorry in an EmailThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week's news:Remember the Windows 11 Default Browser Update? Yeah, It's OptionalLeaks Have Appeared Online About a Surface Laptop Go SuccessorSome tips and tricks:Turn Your Phone into a PCFix Windows 10 Freezing IssuesLooking Back at Windows XPA single recommendation:The A500 Mini reviewThis week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Want to fix your own phone? Samsung is giving you the tools to do it. Meanwhile, why are Raspberry Pi computers hard to get hold of, and why is Windows 11 adoption tailing off?All this and our usual tips and tricks (covering Netflix, Chromecast, and Windows) in this week's Really Useful Podcast, the tech podcast for technophobes. In this week's show, we cover the following news:Samsung Galaxy Self Repair ProgramRaspberry Pi Shortages ExplainedWindows 11 Growth PlateausUsing Internet Explorer? You Can't Upgrade to Windows 11We also bring you these tips and tricks:The Best Way to Clean Windows 10Fix Choppy Chromecast StreamsNetflix Tips for WindowsFinally, we close the show with these recommendations:Rain Rain white noise appEvercade #24 Gremlin Collection 1Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

This week, we examine whether Apple could be forced by the EU to allow sideloading and what the Bing source code actually means. We also discover installing Amazon apps on Windows 11, the best tracks to test your headphones with, and look at the best smartphone cameras in 2022. Here are references for the key topics we discuss in this week's show.NewsEU to Force Apple to Allow Sideloading?3D Printed Portal TurretWindows 11 Spinning Cog Easter EggMicrosoft Bing Source Code LeakTips and tricksInstall the Amazon App Store on Windows 11Test Your Headphones With These TracksWhat Is the Best Smartphone Camera in 2022?RecommendationsRodecaster ProPicrossPicross/Nongram onlineiOS (no ads) Android (no ads) SwitchChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Here's a collection of links to almost everything we discuss this week:NewsMicrosoft Wants to Know Your Favorite App Store AppsMicrosoft Edge Gets AI Image CaptionsHeineken Launches Virtual Beer for MetaverseWhat Is the Metaverse and Will it Change Your Life? TipsWhat Is Creative Commons and Non-commercial UseWhat You Should Do After Cracking Your Smartphone DisplayHow to Say Sorry By Email RecommendationsNokia XR20Doogee S95 ReviewUnihertz TickTock ReviewHow Long to Beat Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Why is Microsoft planning to roll out adverts to Windows 11? Is the ClipChamp video editor as bad as Redditors claim? And why are DuckDuckGo users annoyed by its decision to prevent them seeing "Russian misinformation?"We find out about these things and more in this week's Really Useful Podcast, as well as tell you why you should be using Microsoft Word Online, how to identify unusual symbols, and learn about the best operating systems for building a home media center or HTPC.ShownotesIn this week's show, we discuss the following news, tips, and recommendations.News:Microsoft Trials Ads in Windows ExplorerClipChamp Is Terrible, Says RedditDuckDuckGo Users Are AnnoyedTipsWhy You Should Use Microsoft Office OnlineHow to Identify Symbols OnlineLinunx Distros for a Home Media Center or HTPCRecommendationsMurder in ProvenceImpostersChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Shake Shack is giving away free Bitcoin with orders, but what does this actually mean? Should you use an iPad with Wi-Fi or one with cellular mobile networking? And did you know you've been answering security questions for your online accounts completely wrong?This week's tech podcast for technophobes explains why, and gives you the latest news, tips, and tricks.ShownotesThis week we discuss news, tips, tricks, and offer some recommendations:NewsGet Free bitcoin from Shake ShackDOOM II Designer John Romero Releases New Level for Ukraine FundraisingMicrosoft Suspends Sales in RussiaValve Confirms Steam Deck 2Valve Wants Xbox Game Pass on SteamTipsWhy You Should Get a Cellular iPadWhy You Are Answering Security Questions WrongRecommendationsPaprika Recipe ManagerCololight HexagonChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!

Windows 11 won't let you reset your computer properly, but Microsoft is improving the Bluetooth menu. The Steam Deck plays games it shouldn't, and we tell you about the return of Anonymous.PLUS: how to avoid collaboration tool burn-out and build a laptop. It's all here in this week's Really Useful Podcast.Shownotes In this week's show, we talk about:NewsAnonymous ReturnsWindows 11 PC Reset IssueNew Bluetooth Settings in Windows 11Steam Deck Runs Crysis Remastered Tips/TricksAvoid Overuse of Collaboration ToolsBuild Your Own Modular Laptop RecommendationsBritboxTowerFallChristian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.