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The New Screen Savers is a variety show for tech on the TWiT network. The show stars Leo Laporte and is co-hosted by Megan Morrone and Jason Howell. Viewers get live tech help, interesting guests, insights into the latest innovations, products, scientist, and trends, plus lots of fun things thrown in, too. There are special guest co-host appearances from Patrick Norton, Kate Botello, Kevin Rose, Martin Sargent, and more.

Although the show is no longer in production, you can enjoy episodes from the TWiT Archives.

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TNSS 159: "Anti-Social" Media App Privy - Privy "anti-social" app, stereo HomePod with AirPlay 2, Lenovo Mirage Solo VR, and more. Jun 02, 2018

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On The New Screen Savers recorded on June 2, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Alex Wilhelm:

The HomePod is now available in stereo and multi-room audio with AirPlay 2. But there's a catch. We show you how it works and if the sound is worth the price.
Are you looking for an alternative to Facebook or Instagram? Both Guy Kawasaki and Simon Hudson show us their 'anti-social' media app Privy by Cheeze, Inc.
Jason Howell reviews the Lenovo Mirage Solo, the first standalone VR headset with Google Daydream.
And just in time for Father's Day, Megan Morrone has some Father's Day Tech Gift Ideas.
Plus we answer your questions in our Call for Help and Mail Bag.

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Hosts: Leo Laporte and Alex Wilhelm

Guests: Guy Kawasaki, Simon Hudson, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

TNSS 158: Is Your Echo Snooping? - Secure your Echo, hands-free Cadillac CT6, OnePlus 6 review May 26, 2018

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On The New Screen Savers Episode 158 for May 26, 2018 with Leo Laporte and Megan Morrone:

Did you hear about the Amazon Echo eavesdropping scandal? A couple says their's secretly recorded a private conversation and then sent it to a friend! Amazon has responded, we'll show you what happened and how to change the settings to secure your device.
Jason Howell reviews the new One Plus 6. Does it offer a premium phone without the sticker-shock?
In Call for Help we'll talk about iCloud Storage devices and the hoops you have to go through to change your Apple ID.
Sam Abuelsamid from Navigant Research and Leo drive the Cadillac 2018 CT6 with the Super Cruise self-driving system. How does it compare to Tesla's AutoPilot?

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Megan Morrone

Guests: Jason Howell and Sam Abuelsamid

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

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TNSS 157: GDPR Explained - GDPR explained, GoPro Fusion, Skyroam Solis hotspot, and more. May 19, 2018

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On The New Screen Savers for Saturday, May 19, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ:

You've seen the barrage of Terms of Service emails in your inbox. So what is GDPR and all the changes that start Friday, May 25th? Danny O'Brien, the International Director at EFF is here to sort this through.
After last week's segment on 360-degree cameras with DPReview.com, Leo bought the new GoPro Fusion camera. He's been playing around with it all week and shares his cautionary review.
Now that summer is around the corner, Megan Morrone has some outdoor gadget picks including speakers, cameras, and a jumpstarting-car-washing kit.
WiFi is a must when you travel. Leo took the Skyroam Solis 4G LTE WiFi hotspot and power bank with him to Japan, and we'll find out how well it worked and if he recommends the device.
Jason Howell shows us a midi controller in the form factor of a guitar, Artiphon INSTRUMENT 1.

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Hosts: Leo Laporte and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ

Guests: Danny O'Brien, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Sponsor:

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TNSS 156: Happy Third Birthday! - Google I/O, secure your Bitcoin, Rylo & 360-degree cameras, and more. May 12, 2018

Show notes

On The New Screen Savers show recorded on May 16, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Kevin Rose:

It's the third anniversary of this show and it would have been 20 years of ZDTV/Tech TV. Kevin and Leo talk about working for the cable channel and hear from Becky Worley, Patrick Norton, and Megan Morrone. Plus, Martin Sargent makes a surprise visit.
We talk about the big Artificial Intelligence announcements from Google I/O like Duplex. And next year Boston Dynamics will start selling its SpotMini robot. Leo already wants one.
Dale Baskin joins us from DPReview.com to talk 360º photography. We'll find out how the platform is growing and get their recommendations on the latest line of cameras.
So you are interested in buying cryptocurrency but don't know where to start or where to keep it? Kevin Rose shows us some hardware options for your wallet and explains the risks and pitfalls to look out for.
Jason Howell spent the week at Google I/O and brings us his favorite tech from the sandbox tents.
Leo and Kevin answer a Call for Help about finding a good email provider alternative to Gmail.
In the Mail Bag, Leo recommends a wireless security camera.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Kevin Rose

Guests: Martin Sargent, Dale Baskin, Jason Howell, Tom Merritt, Becky Worley, Patrick Norton, and Megan Morrone

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

TNSS 155: High-End PC Gaming on Any Device - Blade Shadow cloud PC, Caavo home theater controller, and 4K TVs. May 05, 2018

Show notes

On The New Screen Savers show for Saturday, May 5, 2018, with Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Patrick Norton:

After a couple of weeks with the new Caavo smart tv hub, Patrick gives his review. The device controls all your home-theater boxes and also has a voice remote. It promises to make finding shows easier than fumbling for multiple remotes, but it's not cheap. See how it works and if it delivers as promised.

Imagine having a high-end gaming system on any device, even a smartphone. We will test-drive the Blade Shadow cloud gaming PC service. All the heavy processing is done in the cloud.

Megan Morrone show us the WyzeCam 1080p HD smart home camera that won't break the bank.

Jason Howell points out some of the improved features in the new Gmail interface.

In Call for Help, Padre and Patrick help a viewer looking to get a new 4K TV.

Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Patrick Norton

Guests: Asher Kagan, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

TNSS 154: $1 MacBook Touchscreen Hack - $1 touchscreen Mac, Fret Zealot, Nanoleaf, and more. Apr 28, 2018

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On The New Screen Savers for April 28, 2018, with Jason Howell and Rich DeMuro:

Everyone is doing it except Apple. Those pesky Mac laptops have no touchscreens. We'll meet Kevin Kwok who can turn your MacBook Pro into a touchscreen for around $1!
There are a lot of tricks out there to learn guitar. What if you could learn chords using light? Jason shows you the Fret Zealot which uses LED lights mounted on the fretboard.
And speaking of light, Megan Morrone shows us the modular smart-light system from Nanoleaf.
We'll answer a Call for Help about choosing the right Android phone, plus there are more of your questions in the Mail Bag.

Hosts: Jason Howell and Rich DeMuro

Guests: Kevin Kwok and Megan Morrone

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Sponsor:

RocketMortgage.com/NSS

TNSS 153: Nintendo Labo's DIY High Tech Cardboard Toys - Nintendo Labo Kit, Xsens motion-capture, smartphone vs. camera. Apr 21, 2018

Show notes

On The New Screen Savers episode 153 on Saturday, April 21, 2018 with Megan Morrone and Jason Howell:

The new Nintendo Labo Kits just shipped and we're borrowing Karsten Bondy's kids Zak and Alex to test out the cardboard DIY kits that work with the Switch console.

Jason tries on a motion-capture suit that does not require cameras to capture his body's actions. The Xsens system uses wearable sensors.

In Call for Help, we'll talk smartphone cameras versus stand-alone cameras. And we bring an expert, Rishi Sanyal from dpreview.com, to join the conversation.

Hosts: Megan Morrone and Jason Howell

Guests: Christopher Adamson, Zak Bondy, and Alex Bondy

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

TNSS 152: World's First Digital License Plate - Reviver Auto Rplate Pro, Android P Developer Preview, CanJam, and more. Apr 14, 2018

Show notes

On The New Screen Savers for Saturday, April 14 with Leo Laporte and Patrick Norton:

Those stamped metal license plates could be a thing of the past if the folks at Reviver Auto have their way. CEO Neville Boston shows us what their new digital plate, the Rplate Pro can do and when they will be coming to your state.
Patrick recently went to CanJam SoCal, a showcase for the newest headphones. He shares his top picks.
In Call For Help, we answer questions about RAID vs. a large SSD, and Thunderbolt 2 vs. USB 3.
Megan Morrone has a roundup review of the G-Track Pro, Meteor Mic, and Go Mic Mobile microphones from Samson Technologies.
Jason Howell shows us his favorite new features in the Android P Developer Preview.
Plus, we answer more question in the Mail Bag.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Patrick Norton

Guests: Neville Boston, Jason Howell, and Megan Morrone

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Sponsor:

RocketMortgage.com/NSS

TNSS 151: Early-Warning Earthquake App - QuakeAlert, black hole swarm, Google Home hacks, and more. Apr 07, 2018

Show notes

On this episode of The New Screen Savers for Saturday, April 7, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Iain Thomson:

What if you got an alert before an earthquake hits? The founder of Early Warning Labs talks about their app QuakeAlert. It can give you up to 30 seconds of warning on your smartphone before you feel the shaking.
Odds are you know about the supermassive black hole at the center of our Milky Way galaxy. Well, there's more! Astrophysicist Chuck Hailey explains how his team found thousands more!
Jason Howell shows us Google Home Hardware Hacks.
It's that time. Megan Morrone shows you how to Spring Cleaning with Tech.
Plus we have a WiFi hotspot question in Call for Help, and we answer more in The Mail Bag.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Iain Thomson

Guests: Chuck Hailey, Josh Bashioum, Megan Morrone, and Jason Howell

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Sponsor:

WordPress.com/nss

TNSS 150: Move in VR Like 'Ready Player One' - Infinadeck from Ready Player One, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga, Moleskine Smart Writing System, and more Mar 31, 2018

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On this episode of The New Screen Savers for Saturday, March 31, 2018, with Leo Laporte and Jason Howell:

With 'Ready Player One' now in theaters, Jason takes a trip down to SVVR, an organization for VR developers and startups, to talk to the CEO of Infinadeck and try out their omnidirectional treadmill that was featured in the movie 'Ready Player One.'
Leo has the new third-generation Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga and gives his review.
We have two Calls for Help. One about quitting Facebook and privacy and another on how to get the best out of Nuzzel.
Megan Morrone loves her analog Bullet journal. Today she shows us the Moleskine Smart Writing System which uses a the Pen+ Ellipse smartpen to bridge tech and paper.
In our Hot Topics, we discuss the evidence cell phones cause cancer, the controversial memo from one Facebook executive, and how the U.S. is proposing to track visitors social media accounts.

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Jason Howell

Guests: Benjamin Freeman and Megan Morrone

The New Screen Savers records live every Saturday at 3PM Pacific on twit.tv/live. Episodes are available for download and streaming later that evening at https://twit.tv/shows/new-screen-savers.

Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

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