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A massive botnet of IoT devices took down Dyne DNS, knocking several major US websites off line in a DDOS attack Friday. Hackers were able to break into John Podesta and Colin Powell's Gmail accounts via a simple phishing scheme. Both Microsoft and Apple will hold events next week announcing new hardware - rumors predict an all-in-one Surface PC and new MacBook Pro laptops, respectively. Google's Pixel phones are out, and with Samsung damaged by Note 7 explosions, their timing couldn't be better. AT&T acquires Time-Warner. And Tesla announces full self-driving hardware will be in all new Tesla cars.David Pogue says that Friday's DDOS attack is just the beginning, and we have almost no ability to protect against the next attack.Steve Kovach lost sleep over the AT&T - Time-Warner merger - he says the deal was rushed to stay ahead of rumor.Leo says there are only two flagship phones anyone should buy now - the iPhone 7 and the Google Pixel.Host: Leo Laporte Guests: David Pogue, Steve Kovach, and Erin Griffith Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-techBandwidth for This Week in Tech is provided by CacheFly.

How the hackers got into the DNC's email servers, which virtual reality headset to buy, how to get motion wallpaper for Windows, video editing in 4K, publishing books on Apple's iBooks, saving videos from YouTube, and more of your calls. Host: Leo Laporte Guest: Chris Marquardt Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy.For detailed show notes, visit techguylabs.com.Bandwidth for The Tech Guy podcast is provided by CacheFly.

Leo Laporte and Florence Ion break down the big DDoS hack that took down the Internet this week. Then, Leo and Flo give us their first impressions of the Google Pixel phone. Afterward, Leo takes Flo for a ride in his Tesla Model X and talks about Tesla's latest round of updates. Megan Morrone shares her review on four different Bluetooth headphones. Jason Howell shows off the new LG V20. Bryan Burnett tests his glucose level with the Dario Health Glucose Meter. Finally, Leo and Flo answer your android tech questions. A DDoS attack on the Internet. Leo and Flo talk about what they suspect happened, how your IoT devices might have been involved and what we might expect in the future. We have the new Google Pixel! Flo and Leo will give their first impressions and show off the 'very blue' and 'quite black.'Tesla announced all their new cars will be self-driving ready. Leo has had his Tesla Model X for a couple of months. Leo and Flo take a drive, talk about the new version 8 software, the current Autopilot, and give you a full review. Bryan Burnett reviews of the Dario Health Glucose Meter that works with iOS devices for people with Diabetes. Flo and Leo answer your Android questions in Call for Help, including how to expand your internal storage and which UI is best for your smartphone.Hosts: Leo Laporte and Florence Ion Guests: Jason Howell, Bryan Burnett, 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.

More on the great Dyn DNS Outage, AT+T Officially buys Time Warner, and AirBnb Strikes Back MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE. Follow us on Soundcloud. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this would be possible. If you are willing to support the show or give as little as 5 cents a day … Continue reading DTNS 2885 – If It Quacks Like A Duck, Run! →

Friday's big internet outage, improving Direct TV signal, AT&T could be buying Time Warner, files disappearing after an upgrade, securing your home router, selling an old phone and more of your calls! Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Scott Wilkinson, Johnny Jet, and Dick DeBartolo Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/the-tech-guy.For detailed show notes, visit techguylabs.com.Bandwidth for The Tech Guy podcast is provided by CacheFly.

On this week's show: our Google Pixel review, a bunch of new Android 7.1 features, LeEco's big US launch, and more! Homescreen: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B7Fw3c8ibf-_SFBNdlJyUVd4Ymc

Attacks against a core internet firm play havoc with some of the world's most popular websites.

It's time to patch your Linux box, and if you have any Linux lovers in your life, it is time to tell them to do the same. Ars Technica reports that a flaw in the OS could allow an unprivileged local user to gain write access to otherwise read-only memory mappings, thereby increasing their privileges on the system. Julia Angwin at ProPublica says that sometime this summer, Google changed verbiage in their terms of service that could affect your privacy. Today, the American Academy of Pediatrics lifted the recommended ban on screens for children under two years old. Facebook says it plans to work with partners and community to overhaul community standards and include posts that contain nudity, yet are newsworthy. And the website UniqueFind has a Halloween costume not for you, but for your iPhone.Nicole Lee from Engadget discusses the DDoS attack on Dyn.Bryan Clark from The Next Web talks about a new study that says millennials fall for more scams than seniors. Also, Samsung is trying to use DMCA takedowns to remove videos that include GTA mods of people using the Galaxy Note 7 as a bomb. And finally, do you have a good iPhone 7, or one that sucks? Bryan will tell you.Hosts: Megan Morrone and Jason Howell Guests: Nicole Lee and Bryan Clark Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-today.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Federal search warrants asking for fingerprints to unlock phones, law enforcement use of facial recognition, the EFF's security concerns with WhatsApp, Hilary Clinton would support an "Encryption Commission", Grand Theft Auto vs. the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 and more! Hosts: Denise Howell and Emory Roane Guest: Lisa Borodkin Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-law.Public list of discussion pointsTWiL on FacebookAttorneys may submit a self-study form to their local CLE board seeking MCLE credit approval. Please check the rules and requirements for your specific jurisdiction before submitting any forms.Special thanks to Nigel Clutterbuck for the TWiL theme music.Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

We preview what to expect at Apple's upcoming event; the Apple Car project is on life support; and Eddy Cue calls TVs "pretty brain-dead."

Multiple websites got knocked off the Internet Friday because of a DDoS against Dyn. What’s that even mean? Darren Kitchen explains to Tom Merritt while Len Peralta illustrates. MP3 Using a Screen Reader? Click here Multiple versions (ogg, video etc.) from Archive.org. Please SUBSCRIBE HERE. Follow us on Soundcloud. A special thanks to all our … Continue reading DTNS 2884 – The Internet Stops On A Dyn →

On this episode of the SyrupCast, we bid farewell to Rogers CEO Guy Laurence. The MobileSyrup crew, including Jessica Vomiero, Zach Gilbert, Ian Hardy, and Igor Bonifacic speculate on what this change in leadership may mean for the Canadian telecom giant. The team also discusses the rumours circling Apple's upcoming Macbook Pro redesign and the current uncertainty surrounding the often-rumoured Apple car. We also take a deep dive into Tesla making the move to release fully autonomous cars across all of its models.  Tune in to hear the SyrupCast team’s thoughts, and jump in the comments to tell us what you think. Hosts: Igor Bonifacic, Rose Behar, Jessica Vomiero and Ian Hardy Duration: 36:08 We all discuss Guy Lawrence: 0:55 Zach Gilbert run down of next week: 13:44 Everyone talks Mac rumours: 14:35 Jessica talks Apple Car: 17:50 Tesla graveyard and autonomous cars: 20:00 Canada recruits students: 25:20

Hosts: Jason Howell, Megan Morrone, Guests: Dan Runcie, Sam Machkovech Megan Morrone and Jason Howell discuss how Verizon might be having second thoughts with its pending purchase of Yahoo, due to recent unprecedented hacking disclosures. Microsoft's upcoming event should see the release of a new Surface all-in-one. Internet connectivity in schools can be a big challenge, and Dan Runcie from EducationSuperHighway joins to talk about some of the efforts to change that. Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica makes the case for Gears of War 4. Finally, even Bank of America believes we are living in a simulation ala Matrix. Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-today. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Artificial intelligence is the next platform, new iPad rumors, and remembering Steve Jobs with stories from Brian's time at the Apple Store.

Hosts: Denise Howell, Emory Roane, J. Michael Keyes Guest: Venkat Balasubramani Yahoo's email surveillance, taking a selfie with your Pitbull or election ballot may get you in trouble, the Slants in the Supreme Court, the FCC's upcoming vote on broadband privacy, and more! Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-law. Public list of discussion points, TWiL on Facebook Attorneys may submit a self-study form to their local CLE board seeking MCLE credit approval. Please check the rules and requirements for your specific jurisdiction before submitting any forms. Special thanks to Nigel Clutterbuck for the TWiL theme music. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.