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The Really Useful Podcast
by Christian Cawley
Struggling with your tech? Don't understand what's going on in social media? Just want to use your phone, tablet, laptop, or even your TV without losing your grip?We're here to help you out!Our team of inspirational technology writers are ready with words of encouragement to help you through any problem you're facing with your PC, social media account, home theater, whatever!Want to get to grips with your tech? Hit play!
Episodes
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Nintendo Switch 2 2024 Release Rumours and Modern Handheld Gaming
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...
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What Are Smishing, Phishing, and Vishing?
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...
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Water-Resistant and Rugged Phones Explained (PLUS: Pokémon vs. Palworld)
No so long ago, phones would be dead as soon as they were dropped, or got a bit wet in the shower. These days, they can withstand high impacts and remain undamaged underwater for hours. This week, we look at water-resistant and rugged phones, exploring what was behind this design change and which...
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Are AAA Game Publishers Just Getting Too Big?
This week's show is a discussion around the recent comments from Ubisoft executive Philippe Tremblay concerning the future of game subscriptions. Our conversation covers: @WeirdBongs' take on game ownership vs purchase The "process" behind unlinking Epic Games from Rockstar Games Small Kingdoms…
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Which Is the Best Video Streaming Service for 2024?
This week we discuss the news that Amazon Prime Video is adding adverts and a new ad-free tier. We then spin this off into a discussion about which is the best video streaming service in 2024. Netflix vs. Hulu vs. Amazon Prime Netflix vs. Apple TV Fool Me Once Welcome to Wrexham Disney+ vs.…
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Our Ultimate Collection of PC Hardware Maintenance Tips!
This week, we've got the following tech news that matters: Wi-Fi 7 Officially Launches Tesla Recalls 1.6 million Cars in China (BBC) Microsoft Launches an AI Key on Windows Keyboards (BBC) Google Chrome Phases Out Third-Party Cookies This week, we bring you these PC maintenance tips and…
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What You Shouldn't Share Online, Android Wi-Fi Tips, and Twitter Authentication Explained
This week, we bring you these tips and explainers: View Passwords for Saved Networks on Android How to Get Verified on Twitter Information You Should Never Post Online We also have a couple of behind-the-scenes chats around these topics: How to Install Microsoft OneDrive on Ubuntu What Is Video...
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Prepare for Your Post-Christmas Detox With These Apps
Our final Christmas-themed podcast for 2023 looks at the impact of eating too much, sitting around a lot, and what apps and websites you can use to combat the post-Yuletide bulge. Worried you'll pick up a spare tire? Concerned about feeling too lethargic to enjoy the holiday? This podcast is for...
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Use Apps and Websites to Save Money on Unique Gifts This Christmas
In our second seasonal podcast for 2023, we look at the ways you can save money on unique Christmas gifts bought online. We also tell you where to find gifts for electronic tinkerers and makers. This week, we bring you the following seasonal tips: Ways to Save Money Christmas Shopping Online...
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How to Use Tech to Create the Ultimate Christmas Atmosphere
This week, we bring you the following seasonal tips: Ways to Make Your Own Christmas Lights 3D Printing Christmas Ideas for Christmas Create a Holiday Spotify Playlist Microsoft Christmas Sweater Atari Club attire Top Sites to Listen to Christmas Music Online Christmas Carols and Karaoke Sites...
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Don't Overshare! How to Avoid Sharing Too Much Online
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...
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Political Deepfake Controls on Meta, Spot Phishing Emails, and What Is a Gaming IEM?
This week, we've got the following tech news that matters: Meta demands political ads declare deepfake use Deepfakes Explained We've also got these tips and explainers: Completely Remove Norton and McAfee Antivirus from Your PC Examples to Help You Spot Fake Emails What Are Gaming IEMs? The show...
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Really Useful Podcast Episode 200: Quiz Time!
In a special edition of our weekly tech podcast for technophobes, hosts Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner go head-to-head in a never-before attempted quiz. This week's edition is episode 200, and just a few weeks ago the show marked its 5th anniversary. So, what better way to...
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Amazon Accused of Price Manipulation, and the Best Windows Antivirus Tools
Need a Windows antivirus tool? The chances are you already have the best option installed. That's the focus of this week's podcast, which also looks at accusations against Amazon concerning price manipulation in the online retail market. This week, we've got the following tech news that matters:...
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Get Data Off an Old HDD and the Best Ways to Use a Raspberry Pi
Getting data off an old HDD is easier than you think, as demonstrated in this week's podcast. Plus, we look at the best uses for a Raspberry Pi, consider the arrival of rules and guidelines for AI, and celebrate the end of the PlayStation 5 shortage. This week, we've got the following tech news...
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Exploring AI Apps, AI Crypto Trading Bots, and Useful Websites You Might Have Missed
This week, we've got the following tips and explainers: The Best AI Apps Why Your Smartphone Needs a Screen Protector Should You Trust AI Crypto Trading Bots? Alternatives to Stumbleupon The Most Useful Websites You're Not Already Using What Is Brave Search Engine? Christian Cawley, Gavin…
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Microsoft Buys Blizzard, AI Art and Translation Explored
This week, we've got the following tech news: Google Causing Internet to Fall into a "Spiral of Decline" Minecraft Becomes First Video Game to Hit 300m Sales Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Purchase Cleared by UK Govt We've also got these AI tips and explainers: Public AI vs. Private AI vs....
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Raspberry Pi 5, Chromebook Plus Announced PLUS Fake SSDs Explained
This week, we've got the following tech news: Raspberry Pi 5 Announced, Available This Year Snapchat AI Bot Could Be Banned AI Facial Recognition Risks Chromebook Plus Hardware Standard Announced We've also got these tips and explainers: How to Spot a Fake SSD Is Your Smartphone Listening to You?...
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Ads on Prime Video, Microsoft/Blizzard Approved, and Dark Mode Explained
This week, we've got the following tech news: Amazon Prime Video introducing ads in 2024 George RR Martin sues OpenAI UK approves Microsoft/Activision Blizzard merger We've also got these dark mode tips and explainers: Light Mode vs. Dark Mode on iPhone Enable Dark Mode on Google Chrome for…
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France Pulls iPhone 12, USB Cables Explained, and the Best Linux Distros for Old PCs
This week's podcast looks at the MGM Resorts casino cyberattack and France's iPhone 12 radiation concerns. Meanwhile, did you know that headphone splitters are still a thing? We explain how they work, and there's chat about USB cables, Linux distros, and recommendations. This week, we've got the...
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Apple iPhone 15 Launch and USB-C vs. Lightning Cables
This week, we chat about the iPhone 15 release and other news: Overview of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Everything Apple Announced at Its "Wonderlust" September Event Shein Accuses Temu of Stealing Images We also discuss how USB-C will impact iPhone users: How USB-C Will Improve iPhones We...
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What Is IFA? Lenovo Legion Go, AI Apps, and AI Crypto Trading Bots Explained
This week's tech podcast for technophobes features a look at the IFA consumer technology show, along with a look at some AI apps. 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...
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ChatGPT Side Gigs, PC Building Tips, and Retro Handhelds
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've got the following tech news: Zoom Chief Says Video Calling Is Bad for Creativity Did Cyber Attack Cause…
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Xbox 360 Store Closing, Connect Xbox Controllers to Your PC & the Best Gaming News Sites
News about the closure of the Xbox 360 Marketplace and the Red Dead Redemption port for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 open this week's Really Useful Podcast. The games theme continues with tips for hooking up an Xbox controller to your PC, and a list of the best games news and reviews…
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Wired vs. Wireless Headphones: Audio Quality, Comfort, and Maintenance Explained
As there isn't much tech news about this week, our latest tech podcast for technophobes unpacks wireless vs. wired headphones and earbuds. Inspired by the results of a poll run recently on MakeUseOf, this is a wide-ranging chat that covers everything from audio quality to maintenance. We also…
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Has Someone Been Using Your PC? Is Someone Using Your Emails? Here's How to Tell
An online security and privacy edition of our tech podcast for technophobes looks at email scammers and spotting when someone has used your PC. 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…
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Netflix Shoots itself in the Foot, and Is Mac Gaming a Thing?
This week's podcast looks at problems for the Twitter rebrand, new features in the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Netflix shooting itself in the foot, and whether a Mac can replace a PC for gaming. You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music...
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Twitter X Announced, Flying Taxis in São Paulo, Threads Fraying, and How to Install a Dashcam
Our weekly tech podcast for technophobes explains Twitter X, how to install a dashcam, and gives you an update on how the new Threads social network is doing (clue: poorly). This week, we chat about the following tech news: Twitter rival Threads loses 75% of users Airborne electric taxis for Sao...
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ChatGPT Legal Woes, Google News Feed Revised, and Get the Best Mobile Internet on Vacation
Our weekly tech podcast brings you a vital tip for vacations, reveals a revision to Android's Google News feed, and discusses ChatGPT legal issues. 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...
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Really Useful Websites, Best Cloud Gaming Services, and Avoid Crypto Scams on YouTube
Need a useful website recommendation? Want to save money on Google Play, or even get apps free? Planning on signing up to a cloud gaming service? Or are you concerned about scammy YouTube videos? We've got everything you need in this week's Really Useful Podcast. Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips,...
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Raspberry Pi Podcast Special: Projects for Beginners and Experts
This week's dedicated Raspberry Pi podcast special looks at various uses for the board, suitable for beginners and experts. We also speculate on the possible spec of the upcoming Raspberry Pi 5. Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner present this podcast. You can contact them on…
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How to Buy a New Laptop Without Buyer's Regret and the Risks of AI to Humanity
Buying a laptop without making a mistake is tricky. We deal with that and more in this week's tech podcast for technophobes. Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics. You can...
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Microsoft Hacked, Activision Merger in Peril, and Apple tvOS 17 New Features
MIcrosoft's campaign to buy Activision Blizzard looks in peril, Twitter is being fined by the music industry, and Apple TVos 17 looks amazing. Meanwhile, we also find out what readers of MakeUseOf think about social networks... You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts,...
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Apple Vision Pro VR/AR, SEC Chases Coinbase, and Cryptocurrency Jobs
We look at the Apple Vision Pro news, explore the SEC investigation into Coinbase, and discuss jobs you can apply for in cryptocurrency. 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...
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SEC Sues Binance PLUS: Current Online Scams to Avoid
Online scams are a necessary evil of shopping and working through the internet. It doesn't matter whether you restrict your activity to email or you're a huge fan of shopping online, cybercriminals want a piece of your bank balance. This week's tech podcast for technophobes looks at several…
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Smartphone Tethering Explained, How to Buy a Mechanical Keyboard, and Digitizing Old 8mm Home Movies
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. Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and…
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Really Useful Podcast Talks Vacations, Cheap Flights, and Airbnb Scams
It's almost summer, so what better time to consider the various ways you can save money booking a vacation? We also have some tips to help you avoid being scammed by unscrupulous Airbnb owners. This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the…
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Steam Deck Wins Award, Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Breaks Records, and How to Play Games on Netflix
Steam Deck gets the plaudits it deserves, the new Zelda game breaks review records, and we tell you all about playing games on Netflix in this week's Really Useful Podcast, the tech podcast for technophobes. You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google…
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No More Windows 10 Updates, Twitter Alternatives, and Why to Avoid Buying a Smart TV
Our weekly tech podcast looks at the news that Windows 10 is now on its last version, and why you might not want a smart 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.
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Really Useful Podcast Asks: Can You Really Make Money Online?
You've seen the ads and you've heard the stories. Can you really make money online - and should you? Some people make their living online. But can you make money through websites and YouTube, or filling in forms? Is freelancing the answer--or does it come with its own problems? Really Useful...
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TruthGPT Unveiled, Police Raid Mullvad VPN, the Best Free PC Games, and Mechanical Keyboards Explained
Has Elon Musk gone too far with the new Twitter verification program? And what did police find when they raided Mullvad VPN? We've got the answers to these questions and a list of the best free PC games. PLUS: how do mechanical keyboards work, and do you need one? Christian Cawley and Gavin...
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NPR Quits Twitter, AI Voice Telephone Scams, and Your Router's WPS Button Explained
In this week's tech podcast for technophobes, we look at the latest news and warn you about a frightening new telephone scam. We also check what Elon Musk has been up to in the past week. Did he ever launch that cologne? This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: HBO Max…
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Can AI Make Jokes? PLUS: The History of Laptops and How VPNs Have Improved
This week's podcast brings you a collection of in-depth explainers, which will show you how AI can (or cannot) create jokes, a look at the earliest portable computers, and the ways in which VPNs have evolved and improved. This week, we bring you the following tech explainers, tips, and tricks…
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Mobile Phone Is 50, Ransomware Decryption Explained, and ChatGPT Writes Our Podcast!
Our weekly tech podcast for technophobes brings you the latest tech news that will affect you and some tips and tricks to help you get better results from your electronics. For this week's show, we asked ChatGPT to help out with outlining and even writing the show. Here's a bit more information…
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Twitter Axes Checkmarks, Linus Tech Tips Hacked, Trojans Explained, and the Biggest Problems With ChatGPT
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Twitter Removing Legacy Verified Blue Checks Linus Tech Tips YouTube Channel Hacked, Promotes Crypto Scams Amazon Expands Fire TV Lineup We've got these tips and explainers: The Biggest Problems With OpenAI and ChatGPT Can Trojans...
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New Twitter Scam, Meta Verified Launches, and ChatGPT-4 Explained
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: New Twitter Scam Targets Online Banking Customers With Retweets Fake ChatGPT Chrome Extension Steals Facebook Logins OpenAI Launches ChatGPT 4 Meta Verified Launches in USA Meta Drops NFT Support in Facebook and Instagram We've got…
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Proton VPN Browser Extension, How to Change Your Email Address, and ChatGPT Windows App Is Fake
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: MiniDisc Connected to Nintendo Wii U Proton VPN Launches...
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The Nintendo Switch Is 6 Years Old! Celebrating the Popular Game Console
The Nintendo Switch is six years old this month. Released on March 3rd, 2017, the versatile game console has proved hugely successful, becoming home not just to Nintendo Switch games, but also titles from Nintendo's back catalog. In this special edition of the Really Useful Podcast, we look at…
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Emojis Are Financial Advice, Activision Hacked, and Will ChatGPT-Powered AI Steal Your Job?
Beware emoji financial advice! We take a look at perhaps the craziest tech news ever, attempt to decipher Spotify's latest NFT flirtation, explore digital currencies, and find out if ChatGPT will steal your job. We've also got some tips for keeping your robot vacuum clean. You can subscribe to…
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Meta's Facebook Verification, How VPNs Evolved, and Connect an Android Phone to Your 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. This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Samsung to Revive Fan Edition Phones with Galaxy S23 FE…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Struggling with your tech? Don't understand what's going on in social media? Just want to use your phone, tablet, laptop, or even your TV without losing your grip?We're here to help you out!Our team of inspirational technology writers are ready with words of encouragement to help you through any problem you're facing with your PC, social media account, home theater, whatever!Want to get to grips with your tech? Hit play!
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Christian Cawley
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Struggling with your tech? Don't understand what's going on in social media? Just want to use your phone, tablet, laptop, or even your TV without losing your grip?We're here to help you out!Our team of inspirational technology writers are ready with words of encouragement to help you through any...
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