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 bring you the following tech news that matters: Hackers Spread Malware With New TikTok Challenge Create Unique Bedtime Stories With Alexa We've got these tips and tricks: How Do Twitter Crypto Scams Work? How to View and Download Dashcam Video Footage What Is the Internet of Things? No recommendations th...
Nov 30, 2022•27 min•Season 13Ep. 13
This week's Black Friday special starts with these vital tips: How to Spot Mail Fraud Scams Scams to Look Out for on Black Friday Spot Scam Products When Shopping Online EBay Scams to Be Aware Of Buy Safely on AliExpress You might like to check these deals The Best Black Friday Deals Get Discounted Official Microsoft Keys Surfshark VPN Deals on Black Friday Meanwhile, if you simply want to sit it out... The Happiest Sites on the Web Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on ...
Nov 23, 2022•33 min•Season 13Ep. 12
Bitcoin is crashing, leaving a lot of people out of pocket. Windows 11 is sneaking ads into the operating system, and what is WPA3? With some public Wi-Fi tips and recommendations, this is your Really Useful Podcast. 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: US Justice Department Seizes Billions i...
Nov 16, 2022•31 min•Season 13Ep. 11
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Meta Launches NFTs on Instagram Facebook Collaborates with the DHS We've got these tips and tricks: What Is the Mastodon Social Network Alternatives to Twitter We finish the show with the following recommendations: Weird: The Al Yankovic Story ( trailer ) Impossible Dungeon for Android Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin , with your suggestions for ...
Nov 09, 2022•29 min•Season 13Ep. 10
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Elon Musk Bought Twitter, But What Is X? Samsung Galaxy Devices Getting Android 13 and One UI 5 We have these tips and tricks Stop Your Neighbor Stealing Your Wi-Fi Troubleshoot Android Auto Disconnection Problems We finish the show with the following recommendations: Superclub Football Manager Board Game Turn Your Original Raspberry Pi into a ZX Spectrum Computer With ZXBaremulator Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podca...
Nov 02, 2022•29 min•Season 13Ep. 9
In this week's show, we talk purely about the Nintendo Switch. Here are some useful links. Which Nintendo Switch Model Is Best? What Is Nintendo Switch Online? GoldenEye 007 Heading to Nintendo Switch Nintendo Free-to-Play Games 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 for more tech news and tips fo...
Oct 26, 2022•39 min•Season 13Ep. 8
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Microsoft Office Becomes Microsoft 365 Android Has a VPN Data Leak Android Pixel 7 Offers Free VPN for 5 Years We've got these tips and tricks: Build a Tiny DOS Gaming PC With Raspberry Pi How to Back up the Windows Registry We finish the show with the following recommendations: Turrican Anthology Vol I and Vol II ( review ) Overwatch 2 (multi-platform) Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter ( @thegadg...
Oct 19, 2022•30 min•Season 13Ep. 7
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Elon Musk Agrees to Buy Twitter (Again) New Search Engine from Ex-Google Ads Boss Launches in UK Former Uber Security Chief Concealed Database Hack We have these tips and tricks How to Set a Video Background on Your Desktop Has Ethereum Merge Killed Crypto Mining? We finish the show with the following recommendations: Pop!_OS Fallout 2 on Steam Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @t...
Oct 12, 2022•37 min•Season 13Ep. 6
This week, we chat about the impending closure of Google Stadia: Google to Close Stadia Cloud Gaming Service Red Dead Redemption 2 Gamer to Lose 6000 Hours of Game Play When Stadia Closes? Ubisoft Aims to Migrate Gamers from Stadia Google May Enable Bluetooth on Stadia Controllers We refer to these articles relevant to Google Stadia: Google Stadia Review (2019) Killed by Google Best Cloud Gaming Services Why I Cancelled Google Stadia We finish the show with the following recommendations: Flexisp...
Oct 05, 2022•35 min•Season 13Ep. 5
ShownotesThis week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Hackers Compromise Microsoft Exchange Servers Windows 11 to Get New Photos App UK Cops Bust 17 Year Old GTA6 Hacker We have these tips and tricks Tech Jobs You Can Get Without Coding Skills What Is the Ethereum Merge? Ethereum Merge Complete We finish the show with the following recommendations: CloneZilla Soundcore Headphones Dungeons of Sundaria Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on...
Sep 28, 2022•34 min•Season 13Ep. 4
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: GTA6 Source Code Leaked GTA London 1969 Snapchat Web Rolls Out to All Users Microsoft Edge Displays Adware in News Feed We also look at this amazing Google Maps feature: Visit the Past in Google Street View We finish the show with the following recommendations: Splatoon 3 Total Recall (2012) Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter ( @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus ) for updates and even make suggest...
Sep 21, 2022•32 min•Season 13Ep. 3
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: TikTok Denies Security Breach Claims iPhone 14 and Pixel 7 Launch News New Version of Raspberry Pi OS Released Where You Can Buy a Raspberry Pi in 2022 We've got these tips and tricks: Check Your Windows PC Health Reasons to Consider a Dashcam We finish the show with the following recommendations: F1 Manager House of the Dragon Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey an...
Sep 14, 2022•35 min•Season 13Ep. 2
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Should You Be Worried About the Samsung Data Breach? Twitter Edit Button Tested for Subscribers Samsung Mocks Apple's "Lack of Innovation" We've got these tips and tricks: What Is the Difference Between Windows Reset and System Restore Make Disney+ Better on Mobile We finish the show with the following recommendations: MECOOL KA1 Android TV Smart Speaker Review Cockroach Poker Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. Yo...
Sep 07, 2022•31 min•Season 13Ep. 1
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Why You Should Change Your Plex Password Now We've got these tips and tricks: Does Apple Use Green Bubbles to Make You Hate Android Users Is the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Worth the Price? Free Smartphone Apps to Help Keep Coastlines Clean We finish the show with the following recommendations: Overcooked: All You Can Eat House of the Dragon Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter ( @thegadget...
Aug 31, 2022•34 min•Season 12Ep. 12
Our show this week features the following tech news that matters: Instagram Plans New Candid Challenges Feature to Tackle BeReal Competition 35 Malicious Android Apps You Should Uninstall Now We bring you these tips and tricks: How to Cast to Xbox One from Your Phone The Top Signs You've Been Caught in a Phishing Scam 10 Raspberry Pi Projects for Beginners And Christian has a rant about the design choices made by some dashcam manufacturers that make installing a dashcam more challenging than it ...
Aug 24, 2022•27 min•Season 12Ep. 11
Our show this week features following tech news that matters: Windows 11 Sunset Valley 2 Update Leaked Pixel Phones Getting Android 13 Already Microsoft Patches Dogwalk Zero Day Exploit We bring you these tips and tricks: Productive Things to Do on Your Phone Instead of Mindlessly Scrolling The Best Mixing Desks for Podcasters The show closes with the following recommendation: Insta360 Link Webcam This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow ...
Aug 17, 2022•23 min•Season 12Ep. 10
Our stripped-back show this week features the following myth-busting tips and tricks: 6 RAM Myths and Misconceptions That Really Aren't True Smartphone Myths That Aren't True 7 Myths About Linux That You Should Stop Believing This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter ( @thegadgetmonkey , @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin ) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics. Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful ...
Aug 10, 2022•31 min•Season 12Ep. 9
Our stripped-back show this week features the following news: Samsung Now Let's You Repair Your Phone LockBit Ransomware Targets Windows Defender We also have these explainers, tips, and tricks: What Is UPnP and Is It Dangerous? The Secrets of Amazon Prime Video Amazon Prime Video Troubleshooting Guide We finish the show with the following recommendation: OPPO Reno8 Pro reviewed This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter ( @...
Aug 03, 2022•25 min•Season 12Ep. 8
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: CloudMensis Mac Malware Steals Data How to Improve Privacy on Your Mac Samsung's New Folding Phones Launch August 10th FBI Warns of Fraudulent Crypto Apps We've got these tips and tricks: How to Boost Your Wi-Fi Speed 5x With This Quick Fix What Is Bottlenecking Your PC? We finish the show with the following recommendations: Retro Football Management for iOS and Android Steam Deck review Vampire Survivors on Steam Christian Cawley an...
Jul 27, 2022•29 min•Season 12Ep. 7
Hardware security news, exciting (!) new 20th century features in Windows 11, and the best tips and tricks for making the best use of your tech, and the usual weekly recommendations all vie for your attention in this week's Really Useful Podcast from MakeUseOf. Shownotes This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: New Spectre Vulnerability Hits Old AMD and Intel CPUs ChromeOS Flex Released for Older PCs and Macs You Can Now Rip CDs in Windows 11 We've got these tips and tricks...
Jul 20, 2022•31 min•Season 12Ep. 6
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Design Leaked Google Chrome Browser Updates to Fix Zero-Day Exploit We've got these tips and tricks: Reasons to Use Nvidia GeForce Now Steam Deck Reviewed How to Check the Windows Experience Score in Windows 10 What Is Coinbase? What is Coinbase Pro? We finish the show with the following recommendations: Legoland Windsor Resort Keychron Q5 QMK keyboard Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You ...
Jul 13, 2022•32 min•Season 12Ep. 5
We've got a ton of tech news and tips and tricks in this week's podcast, which looks at USB OTG, debunks the great myths about smartphones, and tells you how to format a write-protected USB flash drive. Shownotes Our stripped-back show this week features the following news: Windows Piracy Spikes in Russia Google Makes It Easier to Switch from iPhone to Android We also have these explainers, tips, and tricks: What Is USB OTG and Ways to Use It Smartphone Myths That Aren't True How to Format a Wri...
Jul 06, 2022•30 min•Season 12Ep. 4
Our weekly tech podcast for technophobes returns, bringing you the latest news, tips, and tricks to make the best use of your tech, and some recommendations for a couple of things you might like to try. Shownotes This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Windows 8.1 Support to End in 2023 Nothing Phone Will not Launch in US Starlink Negatively Night Sky Photography We've got these tips and tricks: Best macOS Features What Are Video Game Easter Eggs? The Best Places to Sell S...
Jun 29, 2022•34 min•Season 12Ep. 3
Want the latest news from the world of technology, but only the stuff that affects you? Want to know how to become better at using your technology? It's time you subscribed to the Really Useful Podcast. Shownotes This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Microsoft Brings Casual Games to Teams Support Ending on Internet Explorer Microsoft Defender Moves to iOS, Android, and macOS - for a Fee Check out these tips and tricks: How to Protect Your Smartphone From Theft Tips to Re...
Jun 22, 2022•26 min•Season 12Ep. 2
Want to know what's new in the world of technology, but only the stuff that really matters? Need to know how to make better use of your computer, phone, game console, streaming service, or some other device? That's where the Really Useful Podcast comes in. Shownotes This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters: Xbox Keystone Console Details Leaked Windows 11 Update Bug DOOMLinux and DOOM in the BIOS We bring you these tips and tricks: What Is Save Scumming? How to Shutdown Windo...
Jun 15, 2022•36 min•Season 12Ep. 1
Why is Android Auto leaving your phone? Why is Microsoft axing Excel features? And should you buy a Pinebook Pro laptop? Plus, tips and tricks for making a bootable USB drive, online city building games for your browser, and the equipment you need for starting a YouTube channel. With the tech news that matters and some tips and tricks to help you make the best use of your devices, the Really Useful Podcast is our weekly show with Christian Cawley, Ben Stegner, and Gavin Phillips. Shownotes This ...
Jun 08, 2022•33 min•Season 11Ep. 12
Is your Google Drive secure? Do you regret switching to Linux from Windows? Need to make a free international phone call? And how much money can you earn with Google Opinion Rewards? In this week's podcast we give you the answers to all of those questions, helping you to make the best of your tech. Shownotes This week's stripped-back show features the following explainers, tips, and tricks: Tips to Secure Your Google Drive The Best Free Phone Call Apps Reasons to Switch from Linux to Windows Ear...
Jun 01, 2022•24 min•Season 11Ep. 11
Windows 11 has been hacked---but it's okay, as it was by ethical hackers in a competition! Meanwhile, iFixit has leaked the Steam Deck repair inventory, revealing the cost of the device's mainboard. All that and our weekly tips and tricks to help you make better use of your tech, in this week's Really Useful Podcast! Shownotes This week, we take a look at the tech news that matters: iFixit Leaks Steam Deck Repair Inventory Windows 11 Hacked, but It's Okay We also bring you the following explaine...
May 25, 2022•33 min•Season 11Ep. 10
We've got all the tech news that matters, explainers, and tips, tricks, and recommendations in this week's Really Useful Podcast, including a look at the Terra Luna price crash and the surrounding fallout, and how to connect two routers together to increase your Wi-Fi network's range. Shownotes This week, we take a look at the tech news that matters: Vote for Your Favorite Microsoft Store Apps Windows 11 Is Now Available in a Box We also bring you the following explainers, tips, and tricks: What...
May 18, 2022•31 min•Season 11Ep. 9
Want to play Fortnite on your iPhone? Thanks to Microsoft, now you can. In this Really Useful Podcast we look at the latest tech news that matters and bring you the best tips and tricks from MakeUseOf. So, expect to learn which apps you should install on a new Windows PC, how to identify what song is playing, and how to blur your home on Google - and whether it's a good idea. Shownotes In this week's show, we discussed the following news: EVE Online Gets a Microsoft Excel Add-on Microsoft Sneaks...
May 11, 2022•35 min•Season 11Ep. 8
