Black Friday is getting closer and more sales are starting sooner. Listen for tech that we have discovered for Black Friday sales. Windows 11 … you can download it now but should you. Do you want to be on the bleeding ….Leading edge??? iOS had an exploit revealed by Google and Apple has closed it. Understand why it’s good to keep your devices up to date with patches. Mike Brennan and MI Tech News, this week, on the show.

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How to Download and Install Windows 11 From an ISO File

You can download Windows 11 as an ISO file, then directly install it, burn it onto a disc, or copy it to a USB drive.

Those of you interested in taking the current Insiders preview edition of Windows 11 for a test drive can easily work with the new operating system via an ISO file. Having such a file gives you the flexibility to install the OS anywhere you like—a dedicated PC, a dual-boot system, or a virtual machine. Now that Microsoft has finally released an ISO file for the Windows 11 Insiders Preview, you can download and …

Lively conversation on Black Friday Sales starting right after Halloween. How to figure if the iPhone 12 or the iPhone 13 is your best buy. Chip shortage is affecting not just cars but “stars” as well  and Tales of the IT Guy with Mike Brennan with MI Tech News. Well worth the listen.

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Buy an iPhone 13 or iPhone 12? How to decide what’s best for you

Apple’s new and improved iPhone is here. The iPhone 13, which debuted at the company’s September event, runs on iOS 15 and features a bunch of camera upgrades, longer battery life, upped storage and a new A15 Bionic processor. But now that the iPhone 13 is available for purchase, does it still make sense to buy an iPhone 12?

The iPhone 13 mirrors last year’s iPhone 12 lineup with standard, Mini, Pro and Pro Maxversions. (Here are all the differences between the iPhone 13 models, and here are CNET’s reviews of the iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max.)

If you’re on the fence as to which path to take, …

This week Gary will “internet Advise” on how and why you should stay off the “Dark Web”. Apple has release the new MacBook Pro laptops. Have you upgraded you iOs devices to version 15? eCycle, no longer using older electronics and should you dispose of properly or “Frankenstein” parts to create useable devices? We will talk with Ed about that.

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iOS 15: Essential info about Apple’s latest iPhone update

If you haven’t made the jump to Apple’s new mobile operating system, we’ll walk you through new features, how to download and more.

https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-15-essential-info-about-apples-latest-iphone-update/

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First Real-World Photos and Video of New MacBook Pro Models Begin to Surface

Apple unveiled new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models earlier this week, and the first real-world photos of the notebooks have surfaced.

The new MacBook Pro models have been available to order since Monday and will begin arriving to customers and launch in stores on Tuesday, October 26. Pricing starts at $1,999 for the 14-inch model and at $2,499 for the 16-inch model.

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Google Pixel 6 hands-on review: A new Pixel is born

Google’s Pixel 6 is …

Join us this week as we explore upcoming StarLink services for internet in hard to reach places. Apple Series 7 watch is now available for pre order. Laptops under $500, are they a good deal and when they are not. Plus Mike Brennan with MI Tech News!

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The best cheap laptops available now

Here are some recommendations and buying advice so you can find the best budget-friendly laptop from Lenovo, Acer and others.

High demand for cheap Windows and Chrome OS laptops (also known as Chromebooks) spurred on by the pandemic paired with parts-supply shortages have made it harder to find the best laptop under $500. Below, you’ll find some straightforward buying advice based on our years of testing and review experience to help you understand just what to expect from a laptop priced under $500. It’ll also let you know what to look for if you want to continue your budget laptop hunt on your own.

Use these picks to sort through the competition and don’t make rash decisions when you’re shopping, because there are a lot of cheap laptops that are just not worth …

This week Windows 11 was released for download. The iPhone 13 has been out about a month and a half and now with Samsung about to release a new Galaxy phone, the comparisons are starting to emerge. Also Microsoft Office 2021 will be available October 5th 2021. Join Ed, Gary and Cal as we discuss the pros and cons of each of these new technologies.

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Windows 10 download: You can still get Microsoft’s operating system free, before Windows 11 arrives

We’ll walk you through how to download Windows 10 for free, before you possibly make the upgrade to Windows 11 later this year.

https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/windows-10-download/

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Office 2021 for Mac Available October 5 With New Collaborative Features

Microsoft today announced that Office 2021 for Mac will be released on October 5 with many new features. The suite of Office 2021 apps available on Mac includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote, with the option for Outlook.

Office 2021 includes many of the collaboration features already available to Microsoft 365 subscribers, such as real-time co-authoring of documents and Microsoft Teams access for chatting and video calling …