Best Podcast Episodes About Windows 11

Best Podcast Episodes About Windows 11

Everything podcasters are saying about Windows 11 — curated from top podcasts

Updated: Apr 01, 2026 – 18 episodes
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Ridealong has curated the best and most interesting podcasts and clips about Windows 11.

Top Podcast Clips About Windows 11

Security Now (Audio)
“… for it unless they have some savvy and it's like, wait a minute. Why am I to confirm that I'm not – to confirm that I'm human, why am I opening the Windows run and pasting this string into and then hitting enter? So bad. But again, most people are just script followers. I mean, most Windows users don't really know how Windows works, right? I mean, I hear Paul saying the same thing. So, by comparison, our listener Jeff Adamson sent a note Friday with a link to a story over at apple.gadgethacks.com with the headline, Mac OS 26.4 adds terminal paste prompt to block paste jacking. You think it's …” “… family of readily blocked exploits, as we learned a few weeks ago, now accounts for more than half of all security breaches. Just one technique, more than half. That's how effective it is. It is that effective. Exactly. Everybody is going to fall for it unless they have some savvy and it's like, wait a minute. Why am I to confirm that I'm not – to confirm that I'm human, why am I opening the Windows run and pasting this string into and then hitting enter? So bad. But again, most people are just script followers. I mean, most Windows users don't really know how Windows works, right? I mean, I hear Paul saying the same thing. So, by comparison, our listener Jeff Adamson sent a note Friday with a link to a story over at apple.gadgethacks.com with the headline, Mac OS 26.4 adds terminal paste prompt to block paste jacking. You think it's specifically aimed at click jack? Yes, it is. It is exactly aimed at it. And so they called it packet jacking. They wrote, well, packet jacking is the term used in the headline. That's another name for click fix. Whenever a Mac OS user of Terminal attempts to paste a suspicious string into Terminal an intercept dialog will be displayed to caution the …” View more
Ridealong summary
A three-year-old vulnerability in Microsoft Windows has led to over half of all security breaches, highlighting a critical need for user awareness. Unlike Microsoft, Apple has implemented a protective measure in Mac OS 26.4 that warns users before executing potentially harmful commands. This stark contrast emphasizes how a little care from Microsoft could prevent widespread exploitation.
Security Now (Audio) · SN 1072: LiteLLM - Click Fix Attacks Surge · Mar 31, 2026
Mac OS Ken
“… from virtual platforms provider Omnisa. According to those, Macs in business settings tend to last about five years to the three-year lifespan of Windows PCs. Macs last longer according to the study. They crash less. Their apps crash less. Plus, they play nice with iPhones, which tend to last twice as long in business settings as their competitors. According to the cult, businesses typically choose Windows PCs over Macs, primarily because they cost less, especially when buying in large volumes. But if you're replacing Windows machines more frequently, do they really cost less? Plus, PC costs are …” “One more factor working in Apple's favor, a point Apple users have been making for years, Macs just do not quit. Cult of Mac has had a look at numbers from virtual platforms provider Omnisa. According to those, Macs in business settings tend to last about five years to the three-year lifespan of Windows PCs. Macs last longer according to the study. They crash less. Their apps crash less. Plus, they play nice with iPhones, which tend to last twice as long in business settings as their competitors. According to the cult, businesses typically choose Windows PCs over Macs, primarily because they cost less, especially when buying in large volumes. But if you're replacing Windows machines more frequently, do they really cost less? Plus, PC costs are going up. Not sure you've heard. Hey, speaking of buying computers, I told you yesterday about listener Brian writing in to ask what the heck was going on with the Mac Mini. He and some friends were talking about doing some AI projects using OpenClaw They talked about different hardware they might use and Brian thought it might be fun to use a Mac …” View more
Ridealong summary
Macs are proving to be a smart investment for businesses, lasting about five years compared to three for Windows PCs. However, a recent surge in demand for Mac Minis, particularly for AI projects, has led to significant shortages, leaving potential buyers like listener Brian frustrated. It turns out that the rush for Mac Minis is driven by their affordability as a platform for running AI software, not a new model on the horizon.
Mac OS Ken · A Threat Against Apple, Laptop Talk, and Apple at 50 - MOSK: 04.01.2026 · Apr 01, 2026
The Vergecast
“… was in the music biz doing promo for music videos online and the challenge we had was at that time pre you had multiple formats you had real player windows media player quicktime player and you know so you had multiple formats people had to have a player on their device uh you had to output it in all those different formats and of course you would have a clip that It was like 10 seconds long. It took an hour to download or whatever it was, right? So terrible experience all around. And, you know, you could imagine things would get faster. You could imagine that the quality would go up. You couldn't …” “… and bandwidth reasons, why has there never even been this race to begin with, with video? So it's really hard. I mean, the short answer is video's really, really hard, right So you know I will go full old handed I earned it But you um 25 years ago i was in the music biz doing promo for music videos online and the challenge we had was at that time pre you had multiple formats you had real player windows media player quicktime player and you know so you had multiple formats people had to have a player on their device uh you had to output it in all those different formats and of course you would have a clip that It was like 10 seconds long. It took an hour to download or whatever it was, right? So terrible experience all around. And, you know, you could imagine things would get faster. You could imagine that the quality would go up. You couldn't imagine that Apple would ever let you put it in a format that would also work on RealPlayer, that would also work on Windows Player, right? So there's this whole thing around, like, standardization where there's no incentives to ever have things interoperate, right? And video in particular was a thing that was so controlled by big media, right? …” View more
Ridealong summary
Video has faced unique challenges that podcasting has largely avoided, primarily due to its reliance on controlled formats and big media. While podcasting thrives on the open RSS technology, video has been hindered by the need for standardization and proprietary interests from major content creators. This stark difference explains why platforms like YouTube emerged later and struggled to monetize initially.
The Vergecast · Apple at 50: the good and the bad · Mar 31, 2026
Rich On Tech
“… what do you really need on this new computer? If it's just QuickBooks, then go to QuickBooks, see what the deal is with downloading the software for Windows 11. And also, you're going to have to see if your old program that you have, if you have a disk or something like that, is going to work with this new version of Windows. It may not. So I would do that and just check that out. And do that for all your major programs. Most of the stuff that you're doing nowadays is pretty much online. Most of the stuff is built in. You mentioned Outlook. The version of Outlook that you have on your old computer may …” “I would take stock of everything that you have on this old computer, make a list of all the programs that you have. And kind of investigate, like, what do you really need on this new computer? If it's just QuickBooks, then go to QuickBooks, see what the deal is with downloading the software for Windows 11. And also, you're going to have to see if your old program that you have, if you have a disk or something like that, is going to work with this new version of Windows. It may not. So I would do that and just check that out. And do that for all your major programs. Most of the stuff that you're doing nowadays is pretty much online. Most of the stuff is built in. You mentioned Outlook. The version of Outlook that you have on your old computer may not work on Windows 11. I know they just came out with a brand new version of Outlook, but then they have a classic Outlook. So look into those things, and you probably could either come pre-installed, or you maybe will just install Outlook as well. So if those are the only two programs, I would just investigate them. But me personally, I don't …” View more
Ridealong summary
Don't carry over old programs to your new computer; it could create more issues than it's worth. Instead, evaluate what you actually need, install fresh versions, and transfer only essential files using a hard drive. This ensures a smoother transition to Windows 11 and avoids potential compatibility problems.
Rich On Tech · Stop AI training on your data, Samsung gets AirDrop & live captions for your phone (Episode 167, March 28, 2026) · Mar 28, 2026
Tech Brew Ride Home
“… is a new chat GPT might be dropping at any minute, so maybe it'll be out by the time you hear this. But back to Apple. No less an authority than Windows Central says that Apple's new MacBook Neo is a serious threat to OEMs like HP, Lenovo, and Dell, and their $599 laptops seem inferior, and Windows 11's reputation is at an all-time low, a sort of perfect storm. Quote, you can definitely get a more capable, perhaps even more powerful Windows laptop for $599. It would likely have more RAM and storage, but to most mainstream laptop buyers, none of this truly matters. Owning a Mac is less about the …” “No new Apple products today. I guess that's done for now, though the rumor is a new chat GPT might be dropping at any minute, so maybe it'll be out by the time you hear this. But back to Apple. No less an authority than Windows Central says that Apple's new MacBook Neo is a serious threat to OEMs like HP, Lenovo, and Dell, and their $599 laptops seem inferior, and Windows 11's reputation is at an all-time low, a sort of perfect storm. Quote, you can definitely get a more capable, perhaps even more powerful Windows laptop for $599. It would likely have more RAM and storage, but to most mainstream laptop buyers, none of this truly matters. Owning a Mac is less about the raw specs and more about it being a Mac and not a Windows PC. One of the reasons Windows laptops are so popular is that they're cheap. MacBooks have historically never been considered to be affordable laptops, but that changes with the MacBook Neo. Because of this, someone who had no choice but to buy a mid-range Windows laptop in the past now has …” View more
Ridealong summary
The MacBook Neo is a serious threat to Windows laptops, potentially causing a significant shift as users abandon Windows for Apple's affordable offering.
Tech Brew Ride Home · Dr. ChatGPT Isn’t Quite There Yet · Mar 05, 2026
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast
“i do not i haven't used windows since windows 10 and i was jumping into windows 11 again and i set up this xps it took me 45 minutes to set it up the setup is because there were mandatory downloading updates and stuff once i got through the updates it was like sign into this sign into that download microsoft 365 do you want to use copilot do you want recall on do you want all these other things and i was like no no no no no all this stuff it was asking me and then i finally …” “i do not i haven't used windows since windows 10 and i was jumping into windows 11 again and i set up this xps it took me 45 minutes to set it up the setup is because there were mandatory downloading updates and stuff once i got through the updates it was like sign into this sign into that download microsoft 365 do you want to use copilot do you want recall on do you want all these other things and i was like no no no no no all this stuff it was asking me and then i finally got into my clean install of windows and then i got a pop-up for mcafee to be installed and this is this is the other thing the only other way that these manufacturers that make the laptops can make the laptops cheap enough to even be competitive at all is that they have to put a bunch of bloat wear on it they have to get more yeah i mean we see …” View more
Ridealong summary
Windows 11's setup is a frustrating maze of updates and bloatware, making it a challenge for users. This mirrors the Android ecosystem, where manufacturers preload apps for profit, complicating the user experience. Both Microsoft and Google struggle with vertical integration while competing against their own partners, leading to a less-than-ideal situation for consumers.
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast · Is Flighty a Top 5 App of All Time? · Mar 27, 2026
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod.
“pretty high level and, and the windows 11, the like where windows 11 is going. We're going to have to revisit. I've, this is like the third time this episode I have resisted bringing up and now I'm going to bring up that open letter kind of thing that Microsoft posted this week about windows 11. We're going to have to talk about that soon. Maybe we talk about that next week on the next week's episode. Cause they keep, or the next one I'm here next week, but I really, I would love to …” “pretty high level and, and the windows 11, the like where windows 11 is going. We're going to have to revisit. I've, this is like the third time this episode I have resisted bringing up and now I'm going to bring up that open letter kind of thing that Microsoft posted this week about windows 11. We're going to have to talk about that soon. Maybe we talk about that next week on the next week's episode. Cause they keep, or the next one I'm here next week, but I really, I would love to dig They keep dribbling out other things that they realize people are annoyed by and that they have to fix Like the hey maybe it wasn a great idea to use React in the start menu Who knew Yep Their numbers must be terrible for them to be putting out messaging like this I was going to, yeah, for making, like, this is right up there with the hashtag fix …” View more
Ridealong summary
Microsoft is facing significant backlash over Windows 11, as they acknowledge mistakes in their design choices, like using React in the start menu. This admission suggests their user numbers are lower than expected, prompting them to reconsider their approach. The discussion hints at a larger trend in tech where companies must adapt quickly to user feedback or risk losing their audience.
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · 332: Shout Out to the 1979 Lady Kenmore · Mar 29, 2026
Security Now (Audio)
“… but nobody thought to do this. That allows for the creation of malware containing zip files that slide right past endpoint security tools, you know, Windows Defender and so forth. All the various AVs. In his testing, Christopher found that his simple, I mean, horrifyingly simple zip format hack would evade 98 percent of antivirus engines. I think one out of 55 caught it. The other 54 didn't. when Chris packaged something, a piece of known, very well-known malware in a regular zip file, it was almost universally detected by the AV engines at VirusTotal. But when he simply then tweaked the zip file's …” “… this is so is it frightening is it clever is it genius is it a movie of the week okay so a security researcher by the name of christopher aziz of bombadil systems discovered a very very clever I say new technique. I mean, it's always been there, but nobody thought to do this. That allows for the creation of malware containing zip files that slide right past endpoint security tools, you know, Windows Defender and so forth. All the various AVs. In his testing, Christopher found that his simple, I mean, horrifyingly simple zip format hack would evade 98 percent of antivirus engines. I think one out of 55 caught it. The other 54 didn't. when Chris packaged something, a piece of known, very well-known malware in a regular zip file, it was almost universally detected by the AV engines at VirusTotal. But when he simply then tweaked the zip file's header to claim that its file contents had been directly stored rather than compressed. Nearly all existing AV tools were fooled into believing that the contents was just gibberish. In other words, they didn't attempt to decompress the contents because the header said it wasn't compressed.” View more
Ridealong summary
A security researcher discovered a shocking new malware technique that bypasses 98% of antivirus engines. By cleverly manipulating the zip file header, known malware can be disguised as gibberish, fooling security systems into not decompressing it. This revelation highlights a significant vulnerability in current endpoint security measures.
Security Now (Audio) · SN 1070: CISA's Free Internet Scanning - Malware Disguised as a VPN · Mar 17, 2026
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod.
“Do you think it's possible has Windows gotten so shitty that it is now capable of eating another Windows? I don't know what that means Brad. Okay, let me expand this is Windows now Practicing auto cannibalism. Do you do did you put a Windows inside another window? Let me just set the stage I've talked about this before I have a second Windows install on a USB drive That is just kind of a junk install that I use for you things. I don't want to touch my real install Okay, like for …” “Do you think it's possible has Windows gotten so shitty that it is now capable of eating another Windows? I don't know what that means Brad. Okay, let me expand this is Windows now Practicing auto cannibalism. Do you do did you put a Windows inside another window? Let me just set the stage I've talked about this before I have a second Windows install on a USB drive That is just kind of a junk install that I use for you things. I don't want to touch my real install Okay, like for example the Logitech G hub Yeah, like shit that you know is gonna hook deep into Windows that you don't want to like gum everything up That's less of a problem in the 21st century than it was 20 years ago Yeah, it's maybe not as bad as I don't you know What a lot of that type of vendor software is still pretty crappy. I so remember I did the testing …” View more
Ridealong summary
Updating a second Windows installation can potentially disrupt your main Windows setup. After a failed update on a USB-installed Windows, network issues arose, leading to questions about whether the update process affected the primary installation. This segment explores the pitfalls of Windows updates and their surprising consequences.
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · 326: Quantumly Entangled Keyboard Switches · Feb 15, 2026
Security Now (Audio)
“… ready to continue. Let's take an effect. Yes. So Jason Grimard said, Hi, Steve, you mentioned on this week's podcast, how annoyed you were whenever Windows 11 was updated and you would receive a full screen page after every major update. The one that asks you to turn backup on and other crap. He wrote, if you haven't already, you need to turn off experience or whatever they call it now under system notifications. And he provided me with a screenshot. Now I appreciated Jason's tip, although in my case, this was occurring on two Windows 10 machines, one of which I only fire up once a week for the …” “… slash securitynowcss and submit a form, get in contact with Trusted Tech's Microsoft support engineers. Great people who do a great job. Trustedtech.team slash securitynowcss. Well, the river of coffee has sluiced its way into Steve's brain and he is ready to continue. Let's take an effect. Yes. So Jason Grimard said, Hi, Steve, you mentioned on this week's podcast, how annoyed you were whenever Windows 11 was updated and you would receive a full screen page after every major update. The one that asks you to turn backup on and other crap. He wrote, if you haven't already, you need to turn off experience or whatever they call it now under system notifications. And he provided me with a screenshot. Now I appreciated Jason's tip, although in my case, this was occurring on two Windows 10 machines, one of which I only fire up once a week for the podcast recording with you, Leo. I had wrongly assumed that the continual annoyance from these Windows 10 machines was due to my having logged on under my Microsoft account rather than using a local account. And maybe that plays a part. But Jason provided a screenshot from a YouTube video showing settings which under Windows 11 would allow this …” View more
Ridealong summary
Many Windows 10 users are frustrated by annoying notifications after updates, but there's a simple fix. By navigating to the control panel, you can turn off the 'Welcome Experience' and other intrusive suggestions, enhancing your user experience. This tip not only benefits those sticking with Windows 10 but also applies to Windows 11 users looking for a more streamlined interface.
Security Now (Audio) · SN 1064: Least Privilege - Cybercrime Goes Pro · Feb 10, 2026
Macworld Podcast
“And it's more and more frustrating, and it's getting slower instead of faster. or it's just, Windows is not in good shape right now, so it's not helping. Our buddies over at PC World wrote a story a couple of weeks ago I think it was last week Amazon was selling a or laptop that had quote 1 terabytes of storage But it was 128 gigs of SSD and then a free Europe subscription to one terabyte of OneDrive which is just so sneaky Yeah, that's BS. Yeah. I mean, Apple only gives you five gigs free, but at least they're honest about it. yeah at least …” “And it's more and more frustrating, and it's getting slower instead of faster. or it's just, Windows is not in good shape right now, so it's not helping. Our buddies over at PC World wrote a story a couple of weeks ago I think it was last week Amazon was selling a or laptop that had quote 1 terabytes of storage But it was 128 gigs of SSD and then a free Europe subscription to one terabyte of OneDrive which is just so sneaky Yeah, that's BS. Yeah. I mean, Apple only gives you five gigs free, but at least they're honest about it. yeah at least they don't call that the storage that the laptop has so yeah no so yeah there's a lot of um a lot of sneaky things that go on especially particularly at the at the range of the neo like the cheaper you go in windows the more stuff you get in pre-installed because that's how they make the their money yeah yeah there's going to be an antivirus there's …” View more
Ridealong summary
Windows laptops often mislead consumers about their storage capabilities, like a recent case where a 1TB claim included just 128GB of SSD and a subscription to OneDrive. This contrasts with Apple's straightforward approach, where users get a clear understanding of their storage limits. The difference in SSD performance between the M5 MacBook Pro and budget Windows options highlights the value of honesty in tech marketing.
Macworld Podcast · Episode 975: Reviews of the M5 Max MacBook Pro and M5 MacBook Air · Mar 18, 2026
Rich On Tech
“It's running in the current Windows operating system. But I want to clean it off. I want all my information off of it. I want to restart it. Now, on my phone, they have a reset to factory specs. but I couldn't find anything on the computer. I was wondering how to go about, you know, a fresh input of the operating system and, you know, clearing my information. Yeah, so if it's running Windows, you can absolutely do this right from Windows. So if you type in the search menu right …” “It's running in the current Windows operating system. But I want to clean it off. I want all my information off of it. I want to restart it. Now, on my phone, they have a reset to factory specs. but I couldn't find anything on the computer. I was wondering how to go about, you know, a fresh input of the operating system and, you know, clearing my information. Yeah, so if it's running Windows, you can absolutely do this right from Windows. So if you type in the search menu right at the bottom, little search bar, just type in reset this PC, and that will bring you right to it. Reset this PC. Yeah and it bring you to your system recovery And there a couple options So you said you want to get everything off this computer and start fresh Is there a reason why Did you just you got too much stuff on there You want to start over …” View more
Ridealong summary
Want a fresh start on your Windows PC? You can easily reset it by typing 'reset this PC' in the search bar, which allows you to remove all your files and reinstall the operating system. Just be sure to back up your data first, as this process will wipe everything clean.
Rich On Tech · Hands-on with Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo, the AI personality test everyone’s taking & Android helps airlines track lost luggage (164, March 7, 2026) · Mar 08, 2026
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod.
“… So this is an interesting question from Danny. PCs have more than enough power nowadays to multitasking efficiently. Why as a standard in windows, can't I separate user input devices so I can check emails while my kid is playing Disney speed storm video games can already take keyboard and controller input separately for same screen multiplayer i don't i don't know of any technical reason that couldn't exist i'm assuming it's just because microsoft has not built such a feature the os's don't like having made games where people are like hey man why don't you have split screen in this game …” “… gig sfp cage so yeah like that seems pretty like that's that's that is an appropriate price for that hardware from what I look at. Yeah. You can get a lot for, for a good price from them as I, as far as I've seen. Yeah. I, I don't have any personal experience. So this is an interesting question from Danny. PCs have more than enough power nowadays to multitasking efficiently. Why as a standard in windows, can't I separate user input devices so I can check emails while my kid is playing Disney speed storm video games can already take keyboard and controller input separately for same screen multiplayer i don't i don't know of any technical reason that couldn't exist i'm assuming it's just because microsoft has not built such a feature the os's don't like having made games where people are like hey man why don't you have split screen in this game before it's really hard to have multiple viewports on modern graphics cards because they're not designed to be time sliced that's that's the one thing i was going to say that i realized as i was saying there's no technical reason you couldn't do this is that Yeah, if you're on a single GPU system, like that does exist now. I think that's the type …” View more
Ridealong summary
Windows lacks the ability to separate user input devices for multitasking, leaving parents frustrated while their kids game. This limitation stems from both hardware constraints and Microsoft's business decisions. As technology advances, features like SRIOV may eventually enable this functionality, but it's uncertain if Microsoft will prioritize it.
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · 328: Shared Resources, Shared Problems · Mar 01, 2026
MacBreak Weekly (Audio)
Ridealong summary
Apple's new $600 laptop could entice iPhone users who have never considered a Mac before. While it may not dethrone the MacBook Air as the best-selling Mac, it opens the door for new users who prioritize cost over features. This shift could redefine how Apple targets its audience in the laptop market.
MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · MBW 1015: Who Shot Apple Intelligence? - The MacBook Neo · Mar 10, 2026
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod.
“and computers and there are some windows compatible tiling managers coming online that you replace the default windows tiling manager i went window window manager are those hooking into i'm always a bit iffy about modifying low-level windows stuff like these are these are like replacing system libraries or i don't know if they're touching dll's or what but i am 100 sure that they're that they're uh that they're impacting low-level windows system stuff that breaks on the reg yeah um …” “and computers and there are some windows compatible tiling managers coming online that you replace the default windows tiling manager i went window window manager are those hooking into i'm always a bit iffy about modifying low-level windows stuff like these are these are like replacing system libraries or i don't know if they're touching dll's or what but i am 100 sure that they're that they're uh that they're impacting low-level windows system stuff that breaks on the reg yeah um there's one called komorebi k-o-m-o-r-e-b i haven't tested any of these for what it's worth um there's glaze wm there's whim q w-h-i-m-q and these are the windows These are the windows ones. Interesting. Um, and there's JWNOQ, um, are the, are the kind of four or five big ones. Um, but yeah, uh, it's, it's, there's a lot going on there. It's to the …” View more
Ridealong summary
Tiling window managers are revolutionizing how users interact with Windows, offering a sleek, Linux-like environment. Notable options like Komorebi and Glaze WM are emerging, making it easier to manage multiple windows efficiently. This shift highlights the surprising superiority of Windows' snapping capabilities over macOS, raising questions about Apple's desktop management features.
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · 331: More Teddy Ruxpin, Less Chucky · Mar 22, 2026
Security Now (Audio)
“where Windows 11 26H1 will come pre-installed on those machines. It only runs on them, and it will not be available in any other form for general use or upgrading. The latest general Windows 11 release will remain 25H2, and this oddball 26H1, whose naming appears to have ruffled many feathers. There's lots of dialogue out on the net saying, what? Come on, Microsoft, give this a different name. It's just really confusing. Anyway, despite its name, it is not an …” “where Windows 11 26H1 will come pre-installed on those machines. It only runs on them, and it will not be available in any other form for general use or upgrading. The latest general Windows 11 release will remain 25H2, and this oddball 26H1, whose naming appears to have ruffled many feathers. There's lots of dialogue out on the net saying, what? Come on, Microsoft, give this a different name. It's just really confusing. Anyway, despite its name, it is not an update for 25H2, so everybody else should just ignore it. We can't have it. We need to wait for 26H2. And Leo, they just, Microsoft just cannot stick with anything. It just, I mean, I guess I understand. You don't know how the world is gonna evolve over time. That's the nature of it, but still, it's not like what they do doesn't matter. And a lot of …” View more
Ridealong summary
Windows 11 26H1 will only come pre-installed on specific machines, leaving many users puzzled. The general release remains at 25H2, while 26H1's unusual naming has sparked frustration online. This constant shift in Microsoft's strategy raises concerns about clarity and user experience.
Security Now (Audio) · SN 1065: Attestation - Code Signing Gets Tough · Feb 17, 2026
The Megyn Kelly Show
Ridealong summary
Savannah Guthrie's professionalism during 9/11 inspired a future journalist to change careers. As she reported amidst chaos, her composure and dedication showed the true essence of journalism as a public service. This moment became a pivotal point for many, highlighting the impact of live news coverage in times of crisis.
The Megyn Kelly Show · Unanswered Questions, Savannah's "Today" Return - Part 4 of Megyn Kelly Investigates Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance | Ep. 1278 · Mar 21, 2026
Rich On Tech
“… even going to make sense, but I'll give it a shot. Let's see. So I have a bunch of devices. I have Echo devices, ring cams and doorbells. I have Windows 11. I do use ChatGPT and, of course, Gmail accounts. And I feel like they're not all working together to be as productive as I can. And I'm not sure if that's a possibility to kind of bring everything to one sort of a hub kind of thing or if I need to buy a different, you know, like all iOS or all Android products. Interesting. You're talking about something that I think about on a daily basis because I test just about everything, every platform. …” “Let's go to Jack in Riverside. You're on with Rich. Hi, Rich. How are you doing? I'm doing well. How about yourself? I'm okay. Since I've been on hold, I've been rethinking my question. I'm not sure it's even going to make sense, but I'll give it a shot. Let's see. So I have a bunch of devices. I have Echo devices, ring cams and doorbells. I have Windows 11. I do use ChatGPT and, of course, Gmail accounts. And I feel like they're not all working together to be as productive as I can. And I'm not sure if that's a possibility to kind of bring everything to one sort of a hub kind of thing or if I need to buy a different, you know, like all iOS or all Android products. Interesting. You're talking about something that I think about on a daily basis because I test just about everything, every platform. Sitting in front of me right now, I've got my Mac computer, an Android, a Windows PC, an iPhone, and a Pixel. And by the way, I use Alexa. I use Ring. I also use Google Nest. I'm sorry. We're the same, yeah. We're the same. I use ChatGPT. I also use Gemini. What else did you mention? Alexa. Yeah, so I mean, and Gmail. So here's the thing. What …” View more
Ridealong summary
Many people struggle with integrating their smart home devices, like Echo and Ring, due to corporate silos. Rich DeMuro explains that tech companies want users to stick to their ecosystems, making seamless integration a challenge. The key takeaway? Choosing one brand might improve compatibility and productivity.
Rich On Tech · iPhone’s hidden security update, CSUN assistive tech & scan your phone for spyware (166, March 21, 2026) · Mar 21, 2026

Top Podcasts About Windows 11

Security Now (Audio)
Security Now (Audio)
4 episodes
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod.
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod.
4 episodes
Rich On Tech
Rich On Tech
3 episodes
Mac OS Ken
Mac OS Ken
1 episode
The Vergecast
The Vergecast
1 episode
Tech Brew Ride Home
Tech Brew Ride Home
1 episode
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast
1 episode
Macworld Podcast
Macworld Podcast
1 episode

Stories Mentioning Windows 11

Top Podcasts on Apple's MacBook Neo Launch
Apple has launched the new MacBook Neo, its foray into a low-cost laptop, generating significant buzz and reviews. This release, coupled with ongoing rumors and leaked designs for a potential iPhone Fold, has sparked widespread discussion among tech enthusiasts about Apple's product strategy, leadership changes, and its future in both budget-friendly and innovative form factors.
Mar 06, 2026 · 20 clips · 11 podcasts
Best Podcasts on Apple's MacBook Neo & iPhone 17e
Apple has introduced a new lineup of hardware, including the MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, and Studio Display XDR, sparking considerable tech discussion. The MacBook Neo, notably priced lower and featuring an iPhone-class A18 Pro chip, is being closely examined for its performance, repairability, and market strategy. These releases are being evaluated alongside ongoing rumors about future Apple devices and software updates.
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