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.

Reported By Toms Guide.

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 …

Apple is shipping the new iPhone 13 and with the enhancements of the camera and it’s software, iOS 15, new and more enterprise capable iPad Mini the buzz is going on. Ed will have his say on the upcoming announcement from Microsoft on the DUO 2. And of course, Mike Brennan with MI Tech news. It’s a good one this week!

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ZOOMCAST

Here is the ZOOMCAST of this show from the ED in the Shed studio.

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The Best Laptops for Kids in 2021

An inexpensive PC can be a powerful (and nowadays, essential) educational tool for your child. Here’s how to shop for a kid-friendly laptop, as well as our top models to buy. Many are under $500, and all have been tested in depth.

https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-laptops-for-kids

Motorola Air-Charging Tech Wirelessly Recharges Phone 10 Feet Away

The over-the-air wireless charging system can recharge four smartphones at once, no charging pads needed.

https://www.pcmag.com/news/motorola-air-charging-tech-wirelessly-recharges-phone-10-feet-away

Microsoft Surface Duo review: A beautiful, bewildering phone

The Surface Duo proves there’s worth in dual-screen phones — but you shouldn’t buy this one

https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/microsoft-surface-duo

and finally…..

The new Roomba

No More RUMORS! Samsung has put out some new foldable phones and tablets, interesting and aggressively priced. We will have the beginning of “back to school” tech tips. Mike Brennan and MI Tech News and of course the I A Mailbag. Listen Up.

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Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 3, or Galaxy Z Fold 3: Which Samsung Phone Is Best for You?

https://www.pcmag.com/news/galaxy-s21-ultra-galaxy-z-flip-3-or-galaxy-z-fold-3-which-samsung-phone

Dorm Room Tech Every Student Needs

https://www.pcmag.com/picks/dorm-room-tech-every-student-needs…

This week we will be talking about RUMORS of Samsungs new foldable phones. Apple ships more iPads (tablets) than Samsung, Google, and Amazon combined. We salute Ron Popeil, the original tech gadget guy.

Manning the In Studio microphone we will have Ed Rudel taking the reins of this weeks show. Gary and Ed will be talking about more Windows 11 features, Microsoft 365 as a cloud service similar to Google docs, and Ed’s discovery on a greater understanding of Bluetooth due to USB C ports on the laptop. Also Mike Brennan with MI Tech News!

This week we have tech updates on Microsoft Printer vuneralbility that you should get patched ASAP. Well talk about voice commands for ordering over the internet. We will also have Mike Brennan with MITech News as well. Also a look in the I A Mailbag.