Oct 25, 202622 minS3
On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers a question from Otis, who relies on the 6-digit text-message codes his bank sends at sign-in but has started to worry about SIM swap attacks, and wants to know whether...
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Hands-On Tech (Audio)
Hosted by TWiT · technology · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Welcome to Hands-On Tech , where host Mikah Sargent turns tech troubles into tech triumphs. Each episode zooms in on a specific theme, unpacking listener questions with expert analysis and easy-to-follow advice. From decoding the latest gadgets to simplifying everyday tech, Mikah's got you covered. Submit your tech queries through email at HOT@twit.tv or via TWiT's social media. You might hear your question answered on air! Whether you're puzzled by privacy settings or curious about cutting-edge innovations, Hands-On Tech is your weekly dose of tech insight and inspiration. Join Mikah every Sunday to hear the show that turns tech confusion into tech confidence! You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or <a href="https://twit.memberful.com/checkout?p
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What is Hands-On Tech (Audio) about?
Welcome to Hands-On Tech, where host Mikah Sargent turns tech troubles into tech triumphs. Each episode zooms in on a specific theme, unpacking listener questions with expert analysis and easy-to-follow advice. From decoding the latest gadgets to simplifying everyday tech, Mikah's got you covered. You might hear your question answered on air!
Who hosts Hands-On Tech (Audio)?
Hands-On Tech (Audio) is hosted by TWiT. The show has published 20 episodes to date.
What has Hands-On Tech (Audio) covered recently?
Recent episodes include "HOT 290: Protecting Yourself From Sim Swapping - Are Text Message Codes Safe?" (25 October 2026, 22 minutes), "HOT 289: Understanding Email Tracking Pixels - Are Tracking Pixels in Emails Real?" (18 October 2026, 17 minutes), and "HOT 288: Understanding What IP68 Means - Is Your Device Truly Water Resistant?" (11 October 2026, 22 minutes).
How often does Hands-On Tech (Audio) publish?
Hands-On Tech (Audio) publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 17 minutes across 20 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Hands-On Tech (Audio)?
Booking probability for Hands-On Tech (Audio) is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hands-On Tech (Audio) requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hands-On Tech (Audio)'s contact route on record: verified email.
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Recent episodes
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Oct 18, 202617 minS3On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers a question from Lyle who wants to know whether a coworker can really tell when he has opened her emails. Send in your questions for Mikah to hot@twit.tv, and he'll answer...
Oct 11, 202622 minS3On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Clyde, who is shopping for a new phone after his last one died in a sink full of dishwater, asks what an IP68 water resistance rating actually promises, whether it wears off as a...
Episode #287
HOT 287: Are There Risks to Scanning QR Codes? - The Security Concerns Behind Scanning a QR Code
Oct 4, 2026—S3On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Barry asks whether anything inside a QR code can actually hurt you, or whether the real danger lies somewhere else, and what a person should check before scanning one out in the...
Sep 27, 202625 minS3On this week's Hands-On Tech , Lorraine asks Mikah whether her husband or her daughter is right about the difference between shutting down and restarting a Windows PC, and how often she should be restarting her computer...
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Episode #285
HOT 285: Are My AI Chatbot Conversations Private? - The Risks Of Sharing Information with AI Chatbots
Sep 20, 202618 minS3In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Wendell asks Mikah whether his wife is right that typing into an AI chatbot is no different from a Google search, and wants to know where those conversations go, who can see...
Sep 13, 202617 minS3On this week's Hands-On Tech, Mikah helps Harriett understand whether deleted files are truly gone when the recycle bin is emptied, and whether accidentally deleted files can still be recovered. Send in your questions...
Sep 6, 202613 minS3On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers Gene's question about whether airplane mode still serves a real engineering purpose in 2026 and what the smartest phone setup is for flying. Send in your questions for...
Episode #282
HOT 282: Why Does Every Gadget Need an App and an Account Now? - Why Your Appliance Wants Your Email
Aug 30, 202613 minS3In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers Joyce's question about why so many everyday smart devices now require downloading an app & creating an account, and how to opt out of sharing personal data without giving...
Aug 23, 202612 minS3In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers Rosemary's question about what private browsing actually hides, from whom, and what it's really for. Send in your questions for Mikah to hot@twit.tv, and he'll answer them...
Aug 16, 202618 minS3On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers Al's question about why their gigabit internet plan isn't delivering the promised speeds during a Wi-Fi speed test, and who's really to blame: the ISP, the router, or the...
Aug 9, 20268 minS3On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers a listener's question about whether safely ejecting a USB flash drive is still necessary or just an outdated habit. Send in your questions for Mikah to hot@twit.tv, and...
Episode #278
HOT 278: Understanding Battery Percentages - Why the Battery Percentage Shown Isn't Always Accurate
Aug 3, 202622 minS3In this episode of Hands-On Tech , Mikah answers a listener's question about whether his phone's battery percentage is an accurate measurement, why it seems to stay at 100% for a long time before suddenly dropping to...
Jul 26, 202614 minS3On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah settles a household debate about whether it's harmful to keep a laptop plugged in all the time, and whether battery charge limit settings are worth using. Send in your questions...
Jul 19, 202619 minS3In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers Denise's question about whether her smart TV is tracking what she watches and how to stop it. Send in your questions for Mikah to hot@twit.tv, and he'll answer them in a...
Jul 12, 202617 minS3<p>In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers Doug's question about why identical-looking USB-C cables can have wildly different charging and data speeds, and how to tell them apart.</p> <p>Send in your questions...
- Jul 12, 202617 minS3
In this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers Doug's question about why identical-looking USB-C cables can have wildly different charging and data speeds, and how to tell them apart. Send in your questions for Mikah...
Jul 5, 202615 minS3<p>On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Marcus asks Mikah whether Matter and Thread are the real solution to smart home ecosystem lock-in, or just more marketing hype.</p> <p>Don't forget to send in your questions for...
- Jul 5, 202615 minS3
On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Marcus asks Mikah whether Matter and Thread are the real solution to smart home ecosystem lock-in, or just more marketing hype. Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to...
Episode #273
ISP Email - Switch Email Providers Safely
Jun 28, 202613 minS3<p>On Hands-On Tech, Eleanor asks Mikah how to transition away from her long-standing ISP email address without losing access to the important accounts tied to it.</p> <p>Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah...
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