Be productive on the go. Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the apps and workflows they use to stay productive with their Apple and Android smartphones. Plus Tulsa's remote worker experiment and USB cable confusion. The post Productivity Anywhere appeared first on StarQuest Media .
When you need to write more than a brief note, what tools can you turn to? Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss the top word processors, grammar checkers, writing organizers, and other writing tools to help you express yourself. The post The Write Stuff: Top Tools for Writing Projects appeared first on StarQuest Media .
What are the best printers for home use? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss the main types of printers, their pros and cons, and tips for avoiding the major pain points of printers and printing. Plus the Internet Archive is back! The post Printer Showdown: Inkjet? Laser? appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Sports is one of the last compelling reasons to keep your old cable TV. Dom Bettinelli and Patrick Mason discuss how we can enjoy our favorites sports via streaming to our devices and discover that it's still not as easy as it could be. The post Live Sports at Your Fingertips: The Ultimate Streaming Guide appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Is it moral to hack into the computers of those engaged in evil activities to disrupt them? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo consider one proposal that even if it's illegal to hack into an abortionist's system that it would be good. Plus Gen Z in the workplace. The post Moral Black Hat Hacking? appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Preserve your family photo legacies by getting control of your photo collection. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss strategies for using Apple Photos and Google Photos to manage your ever-growing collection of precious photos. The post Next-Level Photo Management with Apple and Google Photos appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Smartphones are a big distraction for students. Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss how schools are trying to reduce the distraction to increase student focus and mental health, and what parents can do to help. The post Taming the Distraction: Schools vs. Smartphones appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Apple had its annual rollout of new phones and watches so Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier give their impressions of the new devices and new capabilities, cutting through the hype to determine if they are compelling upgrades. The post Apple’s Glow Up appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Many couples are bringing home the tools and techniques they use at the office to help run their households. Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss the concept and the workflows and tech they use to organize their homes. The post Run Your Household Like a CEO appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Home security cameras are more capable than ever and more affordable. Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Pat Scott discuss what to consider when buying cameras, including video quality, storage, connection, and more. Plus: Are gamers less attractive? The post Smart Home Security Cameras on a Budget appeared first on StarQuest Media .
How are podcasts and YouTube videos changing? How are our habits changing them? Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier discuss the state of online media and the changes in the business side and on the way consumers use them are changing the product. The post The Shifts in Online Media appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Should you get solar panels for your home? Will you save money? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the pros and cons, lease vs. purchase, and the lessons learned from having solar panels for the past 6 years. The post Harness the Sun: Is Solar Right for Your Home? appeared first on StarQuest Media .
It's been 5 years since we discussed cord-cutting in a complete way. Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Pat Scott discuss what's changed since 2019, what mistakes they've made, and lessons learned to make the streaming lifestyle cheaper and more enjoyable. The post Cut the Cord 2024: Embrace the Future appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Everything wants our attention: Watches, phones, TVs, smart assistants, et al. Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss strategies for taming these notifications for greater peace, more focus, and to be present to others. The post Digital Serenity: Master Notifications for Focus and Peace appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Case or no case? Dom Bettinelli and Jack Baruzzini discuss the pros and cons of smartphone cases and screen protectors; the various options; and what steps to take if you decide to keep your phone au natural. The post Shield Your Tech appeared first on StarQuest Media .
We have a plethora of ways to communicate via text, voice, and video messaging, but which is the best? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss popular and lesser-known apps and the best practices for using them safely. The post Master Messaging Apps appeared first on StarQuest Media .
StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for all listeners and supporters of StarQuest's shows. The post A Special Message from StarQuest appeared first on StarQuest Media .
There are a plethora of weather apps to choose from? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Victor Lams discuss their different approaches to weather forecasts, from blasé to obsessive, and which apps they rely on to get the forecasts that suit them. The post Sunny with a Chance of Tech: Weather Apps appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Secrets of Tech began with Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Fr. Cory Sticha and now five years later they're saying goodbye to Fr. Cory. To mark the occasion, they go through their dozens of picks of the week to choose the enduring hits and the eventual misses. The post Pick of the Week Hits and Misses appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Apple revealed its latest software strategy this week, including its latest approach to artificial intelligence. Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier take an in-depth look at the announcements as indicators of where consumer application of this tech could go. The post Is Apple Intelligence Enough? appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Protect yourself. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Patrick Mason discuss tips for keeping you safe and private on the web, from VPNs to public wifi to avoiding social media scams and more. Plus the problem of web rot and link decay; an anti-scam coalition; and more. The post Master Safe Surfing: Tips for Secure and Private Internet Browsing appeared first on StarQuest Media ....
Pastoral care is a person-to-person ministry, but as Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercer, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss, tech tools from remote meeting software to streaming video boxes to online messaging apps all provide essential assistance to parish staffs in reaching more people. The post Tech for the Faithful: Empowering Parish Pastoral Care with Modern Tools appeared first on StarQuest Media ....
You probably have a music streaming service but is it the best one for you? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the 4 big music streamers (and a couple small ones), their prices and features, and how to decide which one is best for you. The post Stream Smart: Comparing Music Services for Every Budget and Need appeared first on StarQuest Media ....
With identity theft and data breaches becoming more common, Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss proactive security measure to protect yourself and what to do if your identity or privacy are compromised or if you think it has. The post Digital Shields Up: Defense Against Identity Theft and Breaches appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Catholic Answers made a big splash with its AI-powered apologetics chatbot with good and bad reactions. Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss the lessons to learn about AI and its best uses as well as how the Church should use and approach technology. The post Lessons from Father Justin AI appeared first on StarQuest Media .
What's in your pockets? Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Cory Sticha, and Joanne Mercier discuss the tech they carry in their pockets, wallets, keychains, and tech bags or as wearables. Plus dangerous USB accessories; health data breaches; and obsolete critical tech. The post Our Tech Every Day Carry in 2024 appeared first on StarQuest Media .
A conspiracy theory claims that that nothing on the Internet is real, but is just psyop. Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss why the theory is not entirely wrong; plus why Find My is not a good basis for a search warrant and why AI doesn't explain the lack of aliens. The post The Dead-Internet Theory appeared first on StarQuest Media .
When it's time to get rid of old tech, wait! Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss the steps you need to take to safeguard your data and privacy BEFORE you dispose of old phones, tablets, and computers. The post Ready Your Tech to Recycle or Resell appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Most homes have broadband but are you getting the most for your buck? Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss the basics of home networking, the common bottlenecks, and some tips and tricks for getting the most from your home network. The post Demystify Home Networking Basics appeared first on StarQuest Media .
Buying used tech gear can often make a lot of sense and save you money. Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss where to get the best deals, how to evaluate the deals, the kinds of tech to buy used, how to tap into communal wisdom on used tech, and more. The post Buy Used and Refurbished Tech appeared first on StarQuest Media .
