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Hands-On Tech (Audio)

Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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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 get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month. New episodes every Sunday.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License - Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International - http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
Episodes
  • HOT 275: USB-C Cable Confusion - Decode Your USB-C Cable Mess

    HOT 275: USB-C Cable Confusion - Decode Your USB-C Cable Mess
    Jul 12 2026

    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 to hot@twit.tv, and he'll answer them in a future episode!

    Host: Mikah Sargent

    Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech

    Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts!
    Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

    Sponsor:

    • blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT
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    17 mins
  • HOT 273: ISP Email - Switch Email Providers Safely

    HOT 273: ISP Email - Switch Email Providers Safely
    Jun 28 2026

    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.

    Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv

    Host: Mikah Sargent

    Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech

    Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts!
    Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

    Sponsor:

    • joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT
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    13 mins
  • HOT 274: Smart Home Recommendations - Matter & Thread Explained

    HOT 274: Smart Home Recommendations - Matter & Thread Explained
    Jul 5 2026

    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 answer during the show! hot@twit.tv

    Host: Mikah Sargent

    Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech

    Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts!
    Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

    Sponsors:

    • blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT
    • NetSuite.AI/HOT
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    15 mins
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