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The Really Useful Podcast
Christian Cawley
Fréquence : 1 épisode/9j. Total Éps: 212

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- https://twitter.com/stegnersaurus
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Nintendo Switch 2 2024 Release Rumours and Modern Handheld Gaming
Saison 17 · Épisode 6
jeudi 15 février 2024 • Durée 32:22
In this week's show, we look at how Nintendo gave the handheld gaming market a shot in the arm, and where it might go next...
This week, we will discuss the following:
- Nintendo Switch 2 Rumours Downplayed
- Worldwide Game Console Comparison 2023
- @CentroLeak on Twitter
- Is Microsoft Preparing a Handheld Xbox?
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics. Oh, and don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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.
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What Are Smishing, Phishing, and Vishing?
Saison 17 · Épisode 5
jeudi 8 février 2024 • Durée 31:24
One of the main purposes of this podcast is to help you get to grips with the risks scammers pose. As such, this week's show sheds light on phishing and its variant scams: smishing, vishing, and quishing. What are they, and how can you spot these scams?
Before we get to that, we've got the following tech news that matters:
- Elon Musk says Neuralink implanted wireless brain chip (BBC)
- TikTok pulls Taylor Swift and The Weeknd's music (BBC)
- Spotify's content filter fails to block explicit lyrics in dozens of hits (BBC)
We bring you these tips and tricks:
The show closes with the following recommendations:
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics. Oh, and don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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.
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Don't Overshare! How to Avoid Sharing Too Much Online
Saison 16 · Épisode 22
jeudi 30 novembre 2023 • Durée 35:30
Ever been accused of oversharing? Have you been labeled a "sharent" after posting pics of your children on social media? In this week's Really Useful Podcast, we take a look at online oversharing, its consequences, and what you can do to minimize "sharenting."
This week, we've got the following tech news that matters:
We've also got these tips and explainers:
The show closes with the following recommendations:
- DOS_Deck (MS-DOS era retro gaming for browsers and Steam Deck)
- Hopper (money-saving flight booking service)
Christian Cawley hosts this week's podcast, and is joined by Ben Stegner. 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.
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Android Apps in Windows 11, Microsoft Edge Expands, and Why Is Nintendo Closing the Wii U and 3DS eShop?
Saison 10 · Épisode 8
jeudi 24 février 2022 • Durée 31:43
It's time for your weekly news of tech news and tips for technophobes. We look at the new Android app feature in Windows 11, how Microsoft Edge is dominating in the browser market, and understand the implication of Nintendo closing the eShop for Wii U and 3DS games.
Plus, we have our usual recommendations for you to check out.
Shownotes
In this week's show, we look at:
News
- You'll Need a Pretty Beefy PC to Run Android Apps on Windows 11
- Watch Out, Safari Users: Microsoft Edge Will Soon Take Over
Tips
- Nintendo Is Discontinuing Support for the Wii U and 3DS eShop: What You Need to Know
- Sony Backtracks on PlayStation 3 and PS Vita Digital Store Closures
- What Is Video Game Preservation and Why Is It Important?
Recommendations
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 so you never miss an episode.
Better Teams Performance, Material You Themes for Android 12, and Why Google Is Killing YouTube Originals
Saison 10 · Épisode 7
jeudi 17 février 2022 • Durée 32:03
Microsoft Teams is widely used in business and other organizations, but will performance improvements make it a desirable alternative to Zoom? Will you Android phone or tablet get the new Material You theme on Android 12? What happened at the Nintendo Direct 2022 event? And will Call of Duty stay on PlayStation after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision?
Click play to learn more about all of this and learn why Google is killing a bunch of its services in 2022 - including YouTube Originals.
Shownotes In this week's show, we look at recent tech news that affects you, tech tips, and give you our recommendations.
News
- Microsoft Improves Teams for Better Performance
- Google Rolling Out Material You Design Theme to Android 12 Devices
- Nintendo Direct Event Reveals Key 2022 Releases
- Microsoft Intends to Keep Call of Duty Available on PlayStation
Tips
Recommendations
- Custom PC magazine
- Apple's seamless profile syncing system for new devices
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 and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.
Make Windows 11 Faster, Microsoft Defender Surprises, Data Recovery Explained, and Get Amazon Prime for Less
Saison 10 · Épisode 6
mercredi 9 février 2022 • Durée 31:33
Looking for clarity on the latest tech news or want some technology topics explaining? In this podcast, we do just that.
This week's Really Useful Podcast covers some easy performance boosts you can make to Windows 11, why you should trust Microsoft Defender, and explains data recovery. You'll also learn how to save money on Amazon Prime, and find out what we're recommending this week.
Shownotes
This week we talk about:
News
- Built In Apps Slow Down Windows 11
- Microsoft Defender Is Better Than You Think
- New Windows Update Boosts SSD Performance
Tips and Tricks
Our recommendations
- Millie and Molly
- Rhodium DAC
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 and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.
Sony Buys Bungie, Wardle Sells Wordle, Facebook Quits Crypto, and eBay Scams
Saison 10 · Épisode 5
jeudi 3 février 2022 • Durée 31:06
Sony was never going to let Microsoft's intended acquisition of Activision Blizzard through without a fight. Their retaliation? To buy Bungie, developer of the Destiny series. Meanwhile, Wordle gets too big for its creator and Facebook abandons the cryptocurrency everyone had forgotten about anyway.
We also take a look at eBay scams and our usual recommendations.
In this week's show:
- News
- Tips
- Recommendations
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) with your suggestions for future topics.
Look out for our other shows - subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.
Microsoft Buys Activision, Robovac Escapes, USB-C Explained, and Car Wi-Fi
Saison 10 · Épisode 4
mercredi 26 janvier 2022 • Durée 31:51
It's been another busy week in the world of tech. But what does it all mean? The Really Useful Podcast is the tech podcast for technophobes, and we have the answers you need to make sense of the technological world.
Shownotes
This week, we discuss:
- News
- Tips and tricks
- Recommendations
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 and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.
Who Are YouTube's Top Earners, What Is Reddit, and What Game Consoles Launch in 2022?
Saison 10 · Épisode 3
jeudi 20 janvier 2022 • Durée 42:33
This week's show has it all: retro gaming, cyberattacks, ransomware, Reddit, YouTube's rich list, Meta/Facebook being taken to court in the UK, and even recommendations!
This week, we discuss:
- REvil ransomware gang arrested in Russia
- Ukraine cyber-attack: Russia to blame?
- Meta faces billion-pound class-action case
- YouTube rich list 2021
- What Is Reddit?
- What Game Consoles Are Released in 2022?
- Recommendations
- EvanEra TV (learn magic on YouTube)
- Baba Is You
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) with your suggestions for future topics.
Look out for our other shows - subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.
Amazon Fire, Roku, or Apple TV - Which Streaming TV Device Should You Use?
Saison 10 · Épisode 2
jeudi 13 janvier 2022 • Durée 28:46
Planning on buying a new streaming device for your TV but not sure what to choose? Is there even any point when you have a Smart TV anyway?
In this week's show, we look at the pros and cons of Amazon Fire, Roku, Apple TV, and similar services, along with app-enabled TV boxes for satellite, cable, and even Blu-ray players. Oh, and there's a bit about Smart TV apps, too.
One last thing: Christian inexplicably pronounces Roku as "rock-you" instead of "roh-koo" throughout this show. No one knows why.
Shownotes
- Best Media Streaming Devices
- What Is the Best Smart TV Operating System?
- Chromecast, Roku, Apple TV, or Amazon Fire TV?
- Google Chromecast Vs. Roku
- Can You Buy a Non-Smart TV?
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 and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.