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Episode 454 – “Apple’s New iOS, AI Shenanigans, and Roku Lights Up the Room!”

This week on TechtalkRadio, Andy Taylor and Shawn DeWeerd unpack iOS 26 after Apple’s recent wave of updates. Shawn—who’s been living on the beta—explains why the OS now feels “built for two-handed use,” with core actions and search shifting to the bottom of the screen. For anyone returning from Android or upgrading older iPhones, it’s less about flashy features and more about retraining muscle memory: new-message buttons, close icons, and search live where your thumbs naturally are.

From there, the conversation widens to the state of AI. Andy contrasts the speed and usefulness of Google’s Gemini for quick studio lookups with Siri’s slower responses, while both hosts wrestle with where AI is genuinely helpful versus where it still feels off. Practical wins include Lightroom’s AI noise reduction, using AI to wrangle manuals and code snippets, and Google’s NotebookLM—now with interactive “ask-as-you-listen” study sessions. On the flip side: AI-generated images still struggle with fine details and text, and accuracy gaps make “AI slop” risky for mission-critical work.

In smart home talk, Shawn revisits Wyze’s value gear—cameras, bulbs, and a new palm-vein recognition lock—plus the subscription math behind Cam Plus. He argues for a simple but powerful upgrade: first-class RTSP so users can record to their own NAS and keep footage off the cloud by default. Listener Q&A rolls through texting mysteries (blue vs. green bubbles and how RCS now bridges some features with Android), and the looming Windows 10 end-of-support date. They weigh Extended Security Updates versus buying new machines, and when Rufus can help install Windows 11 on borderline hardware—while warning that not every system will make the cut.

To cap it off, the guys look at Roku’s first projector (1080p with Roku OS, auto-focus/keystone, Bluetooth private listening), share a handy tip for listening through headphones via the Roku app, and flag a recent Plex security incident—change your password and be cautious with the latest Roku Plex app update if you’re seeing stutters or crashes.

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New Show Posted! Episode 312 – Shawn’s New Earbuds!

In this week’s show, Justin, Shawn, and Andy talk about the recent trip Justin had to make to Dallas for Work and what it’s like flying during the Pandemic. Justin shares some of the changes and the guys talk about flying first class and how it used to be.

Microsoft Windows 11 has been given a date for release of October 5th to roll out the free upgrade from Windows 10. Microsoft also acknowledges the OS will run on older systems if installed from an ISO. Shawn runs down the highlights of Windows 11. Shawn talks about a Vertical task bar is eliminated in the new Windows 11. More people are holding on to their computer systems longer, however for those wanting to upgrade, the guys talk about doing it yourself and how it can be overwhelming and offer some tips to make it easier. Andy tells us about the Upcoming release of Free Guy to Streaming and BluRay

Andy talks about walking the aisles of Best Buy and getting photos of products that should be featured on the show. Shawn tells us about getting his Wyze Ear Buds and give us his thoughts, the Pros and Cons of them including range, comfort, battery, and cost. Justin shares a story on how the Chinese government is planning to regulate gaming for minors during the weekday. The guys talk about how they are going to be implementing this. The guys talk about backing up your PC and while Andy loves Acronis, Shawn shares a Cloud Service his Mom has been using called BackBlaze.com

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KMSB Fox 11 With Andy Taylor – We look at Products from Wacom for Education and Creativity

For this Segment this Morning, We have some great products for not only Education but also very popular with Graphic Artist. Wacom has been making products for years with its beginnings in 1983 in Japan. The company makes graphics tablet which can allow the user to use a digital pen on the tablet and relay that information to the screen within Graphics Programs such as CorelDraw Graphics Suite, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. With this though, the power of the product is in the pen. One of the newest products they have introduced is the One by Wacom. What’s great about it, it can be used with not only PC or Mac based systems but also with Chromebooks. The Pen is battery free and done with pressure sensitivity to give student the feel of Pen on Paper, You can write with it, answer questions and even create with it. We have the Small One by Wacom tablet which retails for only under 60 bucks.

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Next is the Wacom Intuos Wireless Graphics Drawing Tablet, again, the power of the pen. It features a bunch of software to get you started exploring and creating. The top buttons can be set and programmed for actions that can help with the workflow. The screen can be shared perfect for remote classrooms and meetings. The pen features  4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity. No USB Connection is required as a Wireless connection can be made thanks to Bluetooth 4.2 but USB is available if Bluetooth is not available.

Lastly we have the Wacom Intuos Pro – Available in three different sizes, we have the Small Edition which comes loaded with some great software for creating some amazing graphics. The specialized pen is the Pro Pen Two with interchangeable nibs, these are used for fine tuning and intricate touch ups. I love the fact that it gives the user that pen experience and opens up the creative workflow. The Intuos Pro is priced around $250. To take a look,  check out https://www.wacom.com

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Recent Show Posting A Nod to Nod32!

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Andy Taylor, Shawn DeWeerd, Justin Lemme and Broadway and Amanda the crew is all together after Shawn being out for the previous weeks show. All the show members are now wearing glasses and Justin talks about protecting your eyes when in front of computer screens all day. Amanda shares the 20x20x20 rule of helping to reduce the strain on the eyes. Andy talks about how much he has become a fan of the Mandalorian, and Shawn shares the store of Boba Fett. Justin likes how Bill Burr has become a great part of the series. Andy also likes the Flight Attendant on HBO Max. A new product from Diamond Multimedia allows easy capture of VHS Video and converting them to a digital format.

Broadway talks about the recent news of a Major Tech Breach with more than 425 major companies infiltrated in what is now known as the SolarWinds breach. Justin tells us about the penetration test and tools from fire eye and how these reportedly were used as a part of the breach. With any Security breach, the talk about password management comes up and the crew talks about maintaining your own security. Justin talks about password managers such as LastPass, Shawn mentions OnePass. Justin tells us about the latest with his Xbox Series X and how fast he was able to get a replacement for a problem unit. Justin talks about how the glitches in Cyberpunk 2077 can be funny. Shawn tells us about the new World of Warcraft and the streamer Azmongold.

Andy talks with Tony Anscombe, Chief Security Evangelist at ESET. Tony tells us about the latest products from ESET for Personal and business protection. What is the difference between Malware and a Virus? Those in the Tech world have often recommended ESET NOD32 for a Variety of reasons, Tony tells us about some of those.

This Weeks Website of the Week is a site shared by our Veterans Justin and Broadway – Shopmyexchange.com can allow a service-connected veteran that has been disabled to order online from Military bases Exchange.

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New Show Added! Episode 293 – Streaming Jackhammers!

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Andy Taylor, Shawn DeWeerd, Justin Lemme and Broadway and Amanda welcome RyaStream back to the show. Always a blast to have Ryan on the Show, Broadway is a bit jealous at the incredible sound out of his microphone. Ryan is a streaming gamer on the Facebook platform and talks about his first time streaming and what happened when people began to watch. We share thoughts on what makes a popular streamer in this genre. Ryan talks about the immense fun he has and the importance of being interactive.


RyaStream tells us about the technology behind the stream and how in the past year has the Tech worked for making it easier for the Gamer Streaming. Ryan tells us about Streamdeck and how that has helped. Ryan tells us about the software OBS for streaming and how GoXLR has really enhanced the audio for the sound of the stream. The crew talks about Graphics Cards and how Justin is seeking out the RTX3080.

Shawn asks Ryan if he stays away from spoilers when a game is released? Also, what does he look for in a game? Ryan tells us about a game title which really surprised him is Firefighting Simulator the Squad from Astragon and how amazing the gameplay and graphics are in the game. Ryan tells us how SCS Software put his logo in the DLC for American Truck Simulator for Idaho. We also find out what RyaStreams favorite show is. It is the Simpsons.

The crew talks about the blooper from Mandalorian (Jeans Guy – Which at airtime has been edited out). Ryan talks about the Mario Cart with AR and Shawn tells us about Star Wars Squadrons with the Oculus headset VR is amazing. Amanda had been honored with the Award from CUE (Computer Using Educators) The Inland Area CUE Innovator of the Year Award. Broadway tells us about his thoughts on the Importance of Coding.

Justin shares another website to help find hard to find items, https://www.hotstock.io Ryan is trying to find the Honeycomb Bravo as a flight controller. Shawn and Ryan talk about the New world of Warcraft.

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