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Fr. Robert Ballecer is joined by Megan Morrone and Jason Howell to show off the tech that you can use on your summer trips. Plantronics Voyager Legend UC ~$120 18 Grams Bluetooth 3.0 7 Hours Talk Time - 11 days Standby Case that doubles as a charger (increased talk time to 21 hours (2 full charges) Can detect when you take the headset off UC Features (Away, availible, etc.) One Plus 6 ~$530 - $630 6.28" AMOLED Screen 177 grams 8-Core Snapdragon 845 Processor + Adreno 630 GPU 6GB / 8GB LPDDR4X Memory Oxygen OS (Based on Android Oreo) 3300mAh Fast Charging Battery (5v @ 4A) Dual NanoSIM slot 3.5mm Audio Jack Bluetooth 5.0 + 2.4/5Ghz WiFi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) NFC Fingerprint + Face Unlock GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Positioning System Camera: Rear: Sony IMX 519 (16 MP) with OIS & EIS Rear 2: Sony IMX 376K (20 MP) 4K @ 30/60fps 1080p 30/60 720p 30 fps Super Slow Motion 1080p 240fps Super DUPER Slow Motion 720p 480fps ROAD TRIP!!!!!! Gotta get yourself a good case for your iPhone, iPad, and MacBook Macbook…

If you've got a Synology NAS, you're 1/3 of the way to cord-cutting Nirvana! In this episode of Know How, Padre and Jason show you how to use a Synology NAS, Plex and an HDHomeRun tuner to create an Over-The-Air networked Digital Video Recorder that will allow you to make your favorite programming available on-demand... with NO monthly fee! -- Also... privacy enthusiasts need to see our step-by-step creation of a SSL VPN using a Synology RT2600AC router. Project Summary We're going to use a Synology NAS, a Plex account, and a SiliconDust HDHomeRun to create an OTA (Over-The-Air) Network DVR. (Digital Video Recorder) What will you need? 1. A COMPATIBLE Synology NAS (Many of their older boxes will not support Plex) 2. A PLEX pass 3. A Network-connected Tuner SiliconDust HDHomeRun Connect Duo ~$80 * Dual OTA Tuners * 100Mbps Ethernet Demo: 1. Connect Antenna to HDHomeRun 2. Connect Network to HDHomeRun 3. Connect Power to HDHomeRun 4. Run HDHomeRun application 5. Scan for Channels ** This will make sure that…

The Raspberry Pi is an amazing device that can be everything from a server to a game machine, but have you ever wanted to have a self-contained, portable unit? Or maybe a server NUC with a built-in uninterruptible Power Supply? On this episode of Know How, Patrick and Padre take you through the steps of creating a "LiPi" which can give you up to 12 hours of power for your RasPi while also acting as an auto-switching UPS that can run on 6-26 volts! Project Summary: We've done several RasPi projects this year that could bennefit from an independent power source. (The TorPi, the Pi-Hole, The RetroPi) -- We want to create a power system that can act BOTH as a power system AND an uninterruptible power system. Project Requirements: Must have a way to power the RasPi WITHOUT using the USB connector Must have a way to switch from line power to battery power AND BACK without disrupting operation. Must have a way to turn OFF power completely (to prevent draining the battery pack) Must operate or more than 3 hours NUC…

Is it time for you to up your network game? If so, THIS is the episode for you! Padre and Jason Howell take a look at some of the basic features of a Synology Network Attached Storage box in the first of several episodes about expanding your networking horizons. Learn how to automatically backup all the data on ALL the computers in your network, then learn about creating your own cloud, away from prying eyes. It's all coming up... on "Know How"! Dropbox... but on your own personal cloud Pre-Req: * You need to have your "QuickConnect ID" enabled * You will be using a local user account to connect your device to the server, so make sure you have an account setup on the NAS that you're willing to let your phone use. Installing Server: 1. Open Package Center 2. Search for and Install Moments -- It will automatically install several packages including "Synology Application Service, Search, Drive, etc) Installing Client: * Availible for both Android and iOS * Here is the Android Version 1. Install Client 2. Run…

Do you like Funko Pop! figurines? Do you have a Funko Pop! collection? Or are you co-hosts with somebody with a serious Funko Pop! addiction? If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, then today's "Know How" is for you! With an Arduino, a ring of WS2812 LEDs, and a few 3D-printed parts, we're going to create a disco stand to make your Funko... FUNKY! Also... there's a 50/50 chance that we burn ourselves. Project Summary: Using an Arduino nano and a WS2812 16-LED Ring, we're going to create a universal stand for "FunkoPop" models. The finished project will have two controls for LED brightness and Animation patterns and will can be reprogrammed without dissasembling the unit. Parts List: 1. ATmega238P Nano $4.00 2. 16-LED WS2812 Ring $10.00 3. Momentary 6x6x12 Momentary Tactile SMD Switch $2.00 4. Silicon Wire $3.00 5. M3 Carbon Steel Bolts $13.00 6. 20mm x 5mm Neodynium Magnet $5.00 7. 2 x 10k Resistors $7.00 $44.00 But the REAL price (if you're willing to buy in bulk) is closer to $6 3D Parts List 1.…

In the last "Synology Madness", Jason Howell and Padre showed you how to access your Synology NAS from anywhere in the world. This week they're building on that foundation by showing you how to create your own Network Video Recorder with your Synology NAS and a few network cameras! We also get a "First Look" at Netgear's newest gaming-themed devices AND a tease for Synology Madness III: Plex and your Media! Amcrest ProHS 1080P IP Security Camera (IP2M-841b) ~$130 (2pk) * Sony IMX322 1080P (30fps) Sensor * WiFi + Ethernet * 90 degree viewing angle * PT + Digital Zoom * IR mode (32") There are many reasons why you don't want your network cams on your local network 1. Security: They are IoT devices (kinda) -- You probably shouldn't trust them 2. Performance: 10 cameras sending 1Mbps streams to a NAS will load down a switch 3. Maintenence: Easier to configure your network cameras if they have their own network So we're going to dual-home our NAS (Synology 1517+) * Obviously, you need a NAS with multiple Ethernet…

Have you ever wanted to go to a Maker Faire, but were a little intimidated by "Burning man meets CES"? -- If so, this episode of "Know How" is just for you! We prepare Megan Morrone for her first-ever Maker Faire by taking a trip through some of the wonders we've found at Maker Faires past. From a "bomb" that makes fuels from organic scraps, to an electronics printer, to the Tiny House revolution, this "Know How" has something for everybody with the spirit of a maker! Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Megan Morrone Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Join our Google+ Community. Tweet at us at @PadreSJ and @TWiT. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Is it time for you to up your network game? If so, THIS is the episode for you! Padre and Jason Howell take a look at some of the basic features of a Synology Network Attached Storage box in the first of several episodes about expanding your networking horizons. Learn how to automatically backup all the data on ALL the computers in your network, then learn about creating your own cloud, away from prying eyes. It's all coming up... on "Know How"! Small Network (Google Plus) -- Alex Gomez "Hello Twit Community, Just had a very basic question on the best way to keep a small office connected. I currently have 3 computers and a Western Digital MyBook network drive. I can't seem to find something to backup that network drive on a fixed regular basis. Any suggestions ? " A few thoughts: 1. Western Digital MyBook Network Drives are HORRIBLE. (Slow, unreliable) 2. You want a solution that can be EXPANDED Synology DiskStation 2-Bay NAS (Diskless ~$240 * Dual Core 2.13Ghz XPU * 1GB DDR3 Memory * 2 x Gigabit Ethernet *…

It's a feedback episode of Know How! Megan and Padre take a look at Linux laptops and Ubiquity wireless gear, then Megan gets funky with Nanoleaf and Padre breaks out a battery bank...that can also wash your car! Linux Laptops - Aaron Smith (Crash) "Hey KitAs, I want my next laptop to be Linux only, but am trying to narrow down what I want beyond that. In your opinions, would it be better to buy a laptop that comes with Linux pre-installed, or should I not worry about that since wiping out the existing OS and replacing it with Debian?Ubuntu/etc. is not that difficult to do? I want to play more with editing video and playing games in a Linux environment (Using a mix of WINE and native Linux apps like OpenShot) so I'm thinking of getting a laptop with at least 16GB of ram and a dedicated graphics card, but beyond that I haven't weighed my options between price and power. This will NOT be my main computer as I have a desktop at home that's quite nice." A few things to note: 1. He has prior Linux experience 2.…

So you want to be a podcaster? In Part 1 of "Stream How" (Episode 374) we showed you a basic, sub $300 setup to get yourself online and streaming to the most popular services on the Internet. This time we're upping our game with some gear from Elgato that will allow us to switch and broadcast any HDMI source! If you've ever wanted to stream your gaming sessions, this is the episode for you! In the last Streaming special, we showed you how you could make a basic rig for putting yourself into Twitch/YouTube streaming for less than $400. But what if you needed a bit more capability in your streaming rig? * Specifically, what if you want to be a broadcaster of both yourself and an external video source? * (Ex... a PC or video game console) * You COULD use any of a number of 3rd-party software packages that allow you to stream your gaming session, but those take power away from your gaming session AND they won't work for console gaming ** What WE want is an easy way to stream ANYTHING to ANYTHING from ANYTHING…

So you want a little extra "something-something" to spice up your next appearance at a Con or Maker Faire... What about a Droid!? Patrick Delahanty drops by to show you his latest labor of love: a mouse droid from Episode IV of Star Wars! What is a Mouse Droid? MSE-6 series repair droid (or "mouse droid") from Star Wars films (Rogue One and IV through VIII) Roving repair droid used to clean the floors of starships and bases Carries messages and guides troops to assigned posts Parts Outer Shell: 1:1 scale shell from Granite Earth RC Car: Traxxas Bandit RJ Speed Legends Middle Frame: 3D printed wood Wheels and tires Top Greebles 3D printed (detailed) 3D printed (alternative) actual parts Side Panels 3D printed actual parts Bluetooth Speaker Sound Files Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Patrick Delahanty Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Join our Google+ Community. Tweet at us at @PadreSJ and @PDelahanty. Thanks to CacheFly for the…

So you got yourself a brand-new 3D printer, but you're getting a little tired of printing out just the objects that you've downloaded. If that's you, then we've got an episode for you! Jason Howell and Megan Morrone join Padre for a special 3D episode of "Know How"! -- We're going to be teaching the basics of "Tinkercad", a free, browser-based CAD tool that can be used to create everything from the simplest box to a universe-in-a-bottle. (Stargate Reference) - Join us! The Environment * We call the grid the "Build plane" * The scroll button on your mouse will zoom in and out on your focused object * Typing an "F" will change the focus to whatever object you have selected * Holding the right button and moving the mouse will rotate around your focused object Instruction 1: Placing and Resizing Shapes Tinkercad starts with placing shapes on a bed so the can be manipulated * Let's practice placing shapes on the build-bed - Pick 4 shapes from the basic shapes menu and place them on the bed - Use the hash marks to…

Worried about the CLOUD act that was sprung on the American people? Take a deep breath. Hold it. Now let it out and let's talk... Steve Gibson from "Security Now" is my guest to have a serious, NON-PANICKED, conversation about the CLOUD act, what it does, why it does it and what YOU can do to protect yourself and the others in your circle of trust. Trust No One... but listen to us! CLOUD: "Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data" US Congress Passes CLOUD Act Hidden in Budget Spending Bill Late last Thursday night the US Congress passed a $1.3 trillion dollar spending bill to keep the US government funded through September. The photo of the printed legislation is "impressive". I think I recall seeing that it was 2200 pages. It was about an 18-inch high stack sitting on a table next to our president as he announced the bill's successful passage. However, arguably buried in that Omnibus legislation was the so-called "CLOUD act" where CLOUD stands for Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data. Given that this new…

Previous Know How episodes have focused on building a podcasting STUDIO... but what if you just want to start a single-camera show for YouTube or Twitch? Hardware that you'll Need: Lighting: Fancierstudio 2400 Watt Lighting Kit ~$120 * See Episode 212 - We explain the Three-Light Setup 1. Main Light: Slightly off-center, with not so much spread that it whites out the background 2. Hair Light: Above and slightly behind the subject (on the side opposite that of the main light) 3. Background Light: low and behind the subject Neewer Ring Light Kit ~$100 * 14" Diameter - 180 LEDs // 36 Watts * Dimmable * 5500K Color Temp * 2 Difuser/Filters * Shoe Mount + Camera Holder Camera: Logitech HD Pro C920 ~$50 * Price: ~$50 (Down 50% from the time we first started using them!) * Includes H.264 Hardware Encoding Headset/Microphone: HyperX Cloud Alpha ~$100 * 50mm Dual-Chamber Drivers (Each driver has a chamber for bass and a separate chamber for mids/highs) * Aluminum band and hinge (Most competitors use plastic) *…

Protect my Data on the Road! "I'm a TWiET listener who just started watching Know How. On a TWiET episode several years ago, you and Cheebert talked about traveling securely with your data in "hostile" countries. What would you recommend for a traveler who needs to access sensitive data offline? I won't have my office VPN and need a solution that can carry just under 50GB of data. It's ok if the device is destroyed as long as no 3rd parties can read it. Ideally, I need a solution that works well with my company-issued Dell laptop running Windows 10 Enterprise and my home desktop running Windows 10 Home. The office will pay for a solution up to $200 without me having to ask for special permission. Love the show!" - Martin P (New York, New York) Encrypted Flash Drive Kingston Digital DT2000 $100-$160 USB 3.0 AES 256 Bit Encryption 6-Number PIN (Automatically locked when removed from a Computer) Encryption Key deleted after 10 failed attempts FIPS 197 (Required for Enterprise Standard Security) Win 10, 8, 8.1,…

From the content of Padre's inbox, a lot of our KITAs are planning trips in 2018. Of course, travel for the TWiT army isn't as simple as dropping some clothes in a bag. We need our GEAR to truly enjoy a trip, be it across the country or across the pond! Megan and Padre take a look at some practical tech for you to bring on your next jaunt. "I'm planning a 6-month adventure and I need some tech advice. I'll be spending two weeks each in Dublin, Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris, Rome & Venice, Barcelona, Mykonos, Seoul, Tokyo, and Manila. I'm really good at packing light as far as clothes are concerned, but I need tech that will work everywhere so I can upload stories, pictures - and videos. I'll be bringing my 13" Macbook Pro (2017) to write and edit videos. Also, a dozen USB-powered devices, including my unlocked iPhone 8S, Plantronics Backbeat Pro, Apple watch, and an international hotspot through which I plan to use my phone. I'll also have a few AC-powered gadgets, like my electric tea kettle and a UV water…

Tools: Soldering Station Zeny 3in1 Soldering Station ~$85 Digital Soldering Iron Hot Air Rework Gun DC Power Supply Voltmeter Zeny 2in1 Soldering Station ~$65 Digital Soldering Iron (100-500 degrees C - Up to 700W) Hot Air Rework Gun Wire Stripper Hakko Wire Cutter ~$5 Helping Hands Helping Hands ~$8 Any numbers of arms, clips & Magnifying glasses Paste, Wick and Soldapult Desoldering Wick & Solder Sucker ~$7 Soldering Paste ~$4 Heat Shrink Tubing URBEST 530 piece Assortment ~$8 URBEST Adhesive-lined HST ~$12 Some Basics: Assume you will damage the surface on which you are working! (Seriously... you've been warned) Silicone-Insulated Wire is better than Plastic-Insulated Wire Heat the Wire/Pad/Part... NOT the solder. You want the solder to flow ONTO the Wire/Pad/Part Keep your tip Clean! Heat Matters! - You need enough heat in the tip to flow the solder BEFORE the heat destroys the Wire/Pad/Part Tips Matter! - The shape and side of your tip determines how much heat it holds and how quickly it will transfer…

It's the last week of the iOS/Android switch and we've got Jason and Megan back on the show to give us their final thoughts about living 6 weeks in enemy territory! What does Jason like about iOS? What does Megan want Apple to copy from Google? Are they ready to swap back to their own devices? -- It's all happening this week on "Know How"! TWiT Switch - Megan on Android: Squeeze to Assistant - I like the quick access and Assistant is definitely better than Siri, but I didn't have actual conversations with the assistant as I always imagined I would if I had better access to it on iOS. Android Auto - Like last year I enjoyed using Android Auto, an app that turns on automatically when your car connects to Bluetooth. But unlike last year, iOS didn't include the Do Not Disturb While Driving feature that I use regularly. Android Auto lets you get away with a lot more and actually alerts you when you get a text message, which isn't a good idea for someone like me who feels like she needs to see who texted her.…

Megan Morrone and Jason Howell join Fr. Robert to show how to transfer your data, text messages and apps when you want to switch from iOS to Android or vice versa. Android to iOS Have: Logged in Android Device, wiped iPhone X Android: Install Move to iOS app Android device: Install "Move to iOS" app Transfers much data, but no apps/music/passwords iPhone: Start setup like normal and setup manually Get to "Apps and Data" "move data from android" Enter code from iPhone on Android to establish connection via WiFi Direct Android asks which data to move over Can transfer Google Account info for easy account access, Chrome Bookmarks, Text messages, Contacts, Photos/Videos Select and Next Transfer begins Once finished the right data should reside in the right apps on iOS Finish signing into (or creating) your Apple ID Once you get in, any Google accounts will need to be authorized with PW/2 factor auth "Add your Android Device Apps for the App Store?" Free apps will automatically download (in my case, all the…

Feedback: FPV Help -- William B. "KITAs, I am excited that you have brought drones back to Know How! I watched when you did drones in 2015, but only recently have I been getting very much into designing and building my own. I started with the trainer you suggested and have graduated to 250 and 450 class quads, but now I want FPV. I've been looking at some options and they all look either too expensive or too complicated. I'm not sure if I want goggles, because I actually like to SEE my drone in addition to being able to see FROM the drone. What are my options and what would you suggest for a budget of ~$200?" Eachine OTG Receiver ~$23 Allow me to interface a receiver with my PROPERLY Equipped Android phone or tablet 5.8 Ghz (so it won't crowd the already crowded 2.4Ghz spectrum THIS WON'T WORK ON ALL DEVICES! Must support OTG (On The Go) Must support UVC (USB Video Class) Eachine TX526 Transmitter ~$18 5.8Ghz (40 Channels) 3 Output power levels (25/200/600MW) Can transmit audio AND video 7-24 Volts Eachine…

The toys from CES 2018 are starting to arrive in the studio and Patrick/Padre are ready to give you a first look! From Alexa in your vehicle, to a battery that charges your phone AND your car, to a smart watch that only needs to be charged once a month, and a way to exercise in the office, we've got the swag you need to see! Roav Vivo ~$50 2 x PowerIQ-equipped USB Ports (Automatically charges at the highest rate) iPhone 7 in 2.2 hours instead of 3.2 hours iPad mini in 3.6 hours instead of 7 hours But the big feature is Amazon Voice Assistant It connects to your Android/iOS phone with Bluetooth 4.1 -- AND then your phone connects to your car It has dual MEMS microphones and a dedicated Noise reduction chip so that it can hear you in a noise car cabin This enables: Hands-free calling Control over ANYTHING in your Amazon voice assistant network 25,000 skills Audio-enabled directions and phone functions Demo App Audio Book Splitsecnd (Split Second) $299 Emergency response device (Crash Detection and Response)…

Are you tired of the rat's nest of cables under, over and through your desk, nightstand, and counter? Well so are we! In this cableriffic episode of Know How, Padre & Megan Morrone show you some practical products for organizing your tangle of cables... Then we show you how Burke would handle it! Add in some of Megan's favorite speakers from CES 2018, and you've got a fun-for-the-whole-family episode of Know How! (And Burke in a Box) Megan's Cable Cubby hole! BEFORE IMAGE Pre-Fab from Amazon. G.U.S Brand The Burke Box made from a Desk Organizer Row of Binder Clips USB Wall Outlet Portable Chargers Galore Padre's Cable Managment Mess! First, get yourself some braided cables! (Fancer) 10-pack of 3' USB-C Cables 3 feet Nylon Braided (Unisame) 6-pack of 6' USB-C Cables 6 feet Nylon Braided You're also going to need a good charger Anker Premium 60W Wall Charger 5 Ports (4 x USB, 1 x USB-C) Can deliver 60W Anker 60W 10-port USB Wall Charger 10 Ports 60 Watts The KH CabMan! Anker Premium 60W Wall Charger M3 Hex Nut…

Want an easy-to-use tool to see how vulnerable you are to Meltdown and Spectre? Tired of "Jello" videos from your drone? Feel like building the 2018 Alien-X? Need a soda-can sized, Android-powered pico projector will full-size features? -- Padre and Jason have the answer to all of these questions on this flu-ridden episode of "Know How"! InSpectre Written in Assembly by Steve Gibson Only 125k (would have been much less except he had to include a picture to make it a legit Win10 app) NO INSTALLATION (Runs directly from the executable) Will examine your vulnerability to both Meltdown and Spectre MAY cause false positives with AV suites b/c it allows you to enable/disable protection (malware behavior) Prop Balancing Unbalanced props are the #1 reason for "jello" video. They can also cause premature wear on the multi-rotor's motors and frame Not to mention that the excessive vibration can cause innacuracies in the FC's sensors Spinning at a few thousand times per second can turn even a small imbalance into a…

Fr. Robert Ballecer and Patrick Delahanty show you how to can get information about all the devices on your network, how to turn a Raspberry Pi into a Wi-Fi router, solving filament problems in a 3D printer, and modifying Nerf and Lazer Tag guns. Nmap Me "I started a search for a software interrogation program to show all the information about the devices on my network. My search returned some results. But my nerve ending stood on high alert as I started reading about the options within some software available. I was turned off by Wireshark and its complexity. (No disrespect intended to the Wireshark community) Decided a better road traveled would be asking; Has anyone had any experience with this type software and the trust level(from usage)?" - Rud Dog Fing (Android & iOS) Basic Networking Mapping Can do pings & traceroute NMAP (Windows, macOS, Linux) nmap is an open source network tool/port scanner that can scan everything from a large network to a single host It uses raw IP packets to let us know what…

After more than 300 episodes together as the "Know How Bros" Padre and Cranky Hippo say goodbye to Know How 3.0 in the only way possible... by bringing back some of their favorite episodes! From testing the bacteria inside Bryan's ear, to creating home-made comets, to electrocuting the Hippo and messing with a Raspberry Pi arcade machine, this episode has a little of everything that you've loved about Know How for the past 6 years. Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Bryan Burnett Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Join our Google+ Community. Tweet at us at @PadreSJ and @Cranky_Hippo. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

Kids love to play online games, and parents should know what they can expect to find within those experiences, and the controls available to them to keep things age appropriate. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica talk about parental control settings, some of the more popular online games, and the filter bubbles that can exist within gaming culture and social media. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsor: grammarly.com/knowhow

With a passion for old school video game consoles, and a lot of ingenuity, people are hacking their consoles to create automated systems that can play through classic games as well as enable features in the hardware that no one ever anticipated. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica get the full walk-through from Allan Cecil, the Keeper of TASBot. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Guest: Allan Cecil Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: Avnet.com/Music1 do.co/twit

Retro gaming is big, with legacy consoles being re-released in miniature formats, and aftermarket third party consoles upgrading the capabilities of the originals. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica take a closer look at what you get with mini-consoles, aftermarket consoles, and how to effectively scale those old consoles that have been gathering dust in your attic to look amazing on modern TV technology. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: Ring.com/KNOWHOW expressvpn.com/knowhow

The holidays are right around the corner, and that gamer in your life will appreciate just how much you know about the best games to gift them this year! Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica take a comprehensive look at the year's best titles: From the best multi-platform games, to the best Nintendo Switch titles, to the best Xbox One/PlayStation 4 exclusives. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: hover.com/twit Avnet.com/Music1

The history of mobile gaming, the best modern games for Android and iOS, what you need for a console-like experience on mobile, and how to improve the gaming experience on phones using Bluetooth controllers and portable batteries. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: expressvpn.com/knowhow WordPress.com/knowhow

Tools for gamers who want to live stream their gameplay to the world have never been more accessible and in many cases, those tools cost next to nothing. All of that live-streamed gameplay can actually lead to a healthy paycheck earned from patiently building an audience around their regularly streamed gaming sessions. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica pick apart the major streaming platforms, the hardware and software solutions for creating engaging live streams, and the ways that those streams can be monetized. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: do.co/twit Avnet.com/Music1

Gaming is much bigger than the system a game is running on. Nowadays, gaming is enhanced and oftentimes defined by how it interplays with the cloud, and that poses complications for home networks. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica check out the category of gaming routers to understand what makes them effective, and how even mediocre systems are now capable of so much more thanks to cloud gaming services. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: Avnet.com/Music1 Ring.com/KNOWHOW

When picking a new TV set for gaming, one must wade through a lot of jargon and features in order to find something that's appropriate for the high speed and frenetic game play that modern gaming commands. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica break down what gaming mode actually means, how to avoid lag, why high refresh rates are important, and the difference between a gaming TV and gaming monitor. Sound can be as important as the video, with Dolby Atmos making things better, and virtual surround sound making things worse. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: expressvpn.com/knowhow hover.com/twit

There are a million ways to play games, but the fact is that some controllers are better than others and it's not always the bells and whistles that make them great. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica put some of the best game controllers under the microscope to find out why they are so effective. Plus, they dive into the world of niche controllers including the recently released Xbox Adaptive Controller that enables the physically disabled to create a gaming experience that works for their specific needs. Finally, they try on a few headsets to see how necessary they are for immersive gaming. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsor: WordPress.com/knowhow

Virtual Reality is experiencing explosive growth and that means you have options! From mobile phone solutions like Daydream, to high-end systems like the Oculus Rift, Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica and Jason Howell show them off and advise on ways to improve on their strengths out of the box. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsors: Avnet.com/Music2 do.co/twit

Unsure whether to buy a console or invest in a gaming PC? Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica joins Jason Howell to help demystify the many hardware components within a top tier gaming rig to make the process easier to understand. Also, overclocking to achieve greater results isn't as difficult as it may seem thanks to software like MSI Afterburner. Hosts: Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred. Sponsor: Ring.com/KNOWHOW

For many, gaming begins with the console. Jason Howell and Sam Machkovech select a few of their favorite tips and tricks for each of the major consoles. Also, if media center capabilities is of high importance, there are definite considerations when picking a console for the home. Finally, every system has its own subscription based game service, and what they offer scales from a handful of retro titles to 600+ free games included. Xbox One: Game streaming to Windows 10 Play Xbox One games from console to any Windows 10 PC on home network 1. On Xbox One, enable game streaming: Xbox Button> Settings > Preferences > Xbox app connectivity 2. This Xbox: select Allow game streaming to other devices 3. Other devices: select either Allow connections from any device OR Only from profiles signed in on this Xbox. 4. On Win 10 PC (LENOVO LEGION Y530), launch Xbox app 5. In left side panel, select Connection to scan home network for your console 6. Select the name of your console and wait for it to connect 7. From…

In this trailer for the new season of Know How...Gaming, Jason Howell shows us what to expect in the 12 new episodes with his co-host Sam Machkovech from Ars Technica. They plan to cover it all, from tips and tricks, consoles, controllers, VR, live gameplay, and more! Plus, they'll wrap up with a holiday game guide. Make sure you subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher. New episodes start Thursday, September 27, 2018. Host: Jason Howell Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @jasonhowell and @samred.

Amazon announces a new Echo Show, a wall clock, a microwave and more. Plus, its the first Howie's - the awards for the best IoT we reviewed in our twelve week series. Flo loves the Samsung SmartThings Hub, the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller, the Abode Security Hub, and more. Megan likes the Neato robot vacuum, LifX smart bulbs, and the WeMo Mini Smart plug. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Sponsor: hover.com/twit

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion discuss smart home devices that try to do more than one thing. Reviews include the Netgear Orbi Voice, GLAS by Johnson Controls, and the Dyson Pure Cool. Plus, they speak with Aaron Emigh, CEO and Co-Founder of Brilliant, connected home tech that aims to be for every room and everyone. Aaron shows off a demo of his Brilliant working to play music, display and announce weather information, and more. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Guest: Aaron Emigh Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Sponsor: WordPress.com/knowhow

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion from All About Android talk to Mike Soucie from Google about Works with Nest, Google Thread, and how Google certifies all the things of the Internet of Things. Plus, Stacey Higginbotham from This Week in Google and the IoT Show explains why the new standards for IoT are not what we hoped for. Florence shows off the Kangaroo motion sensor and Megan found a new home for her Echo Dot. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Guests: Mike Soucie and Stacey Higginbotham Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Sponsors: ITPro.TV/knowhow - use the code KNOWHOW30 Ring.com/KNOWHOW

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion from All About Android show you how to entertain with your IoT. Megan uses an Android TV, Apple TV, Polk Command Bar sound bar, a HomePod and The Nanoleaf Rhythm. Florence uses Plex, a YouTube TV subscription, Hue lights, the Hue Disco app, PlutoTV, and an audio and video Chromecast. Plus, a new game by A-Champs gets kids moving with tech. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo.

Florence Ion and Megan Morrone unbox the new Samsung SmartThings Mesh Wi-Fi Router with a built-in hub. Plus, how to get Cortana to work on the Amazon Echo and Alexa to work with your Cortana enabled smart speaker or computer. Megan Shows off an iHome Spot for your Dot and Florence shows you how to set up a Samsung SmartThings Hub. And use the AnyPod Alexa skill to get more control over podcasts on your Amazon Echo. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Sponsor: expressvpn.com/knowhow

Bradley Chambers from 9to5Mac makes the case for HomeKit in the Enterprise and whether the Google Home smart assistant has a place in the classroom. Kevin Tofel talks about Android Things and the difference between Android and Google in the Enterprise. Plus, a police detective offers tips on creating DIY IoT security systems with Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT, and more. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Guests: Bradley Chambers and Kevin Tofel Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Sponsors: WordPress.com/knowhow ITPro.TV/knowhow - use the code KNOWHOW30

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion talk about the best ways to secure your home with smart alarm systems, cameras, and locks. Florence reviews the Abode Essentials Starter Kit, the Ooma Home Security Kit, SimpliSafe Essentials, The Nest Secure, and others. Megan shows off the Ring Alarm System, TappLock, the Nest Cam IQ Outdoor security kit, the Amazon Cloud Cam, and others. Home Security Systems SimpliSafe Essentials ($259.95) Abode Essentials Starter Kit ($279) Ooma Smart Home Security Kit ($179.99) Samsung SmartThings ADT Starter Kit ($299.99) Swann Smart Home Security System (Starts at $199) Nest Secure ($399) Honeywell Smart Home Starter Kit ($568.99) Honeywell Smart Home Base Station ($349) Ring Alarm Security Kit ($199) Cloud Cameras Amazon Cloud Cam ($119) Nest IQ Outdoor Cam ($349) Yi Dome Camera 1080p ($59.99) Wyze Cam Pan ($29.99) Ring Video Doorbell (Starts at $99) Nest Hello ($229) Smart Locks and Other Security Devices Elgato Eve Motion Sensor ($49.95) Netgear Arlo (Starts at $179.99) August Smart…

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion compare the first smart home device with a screen that works with Google Assistant to the Amazon Echo Show. Answers to your questions about HomeKit, WeMo, Hue Lights, and Ecovac robot vacuums that have minds of their owns. Plus, Megan reviews a WTF IoT device for all the Star Trek fans in your life. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Sponsor: Ring.com/KNOWHOW

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion discuss the Google Home, the Echo Dot, the Echo Show, the Echo Plus, third-party speakers from Eufy and other smart speakers available for your home. Learn what they can and can't do and watch Florence program her Google Home with IFTTT to add more Zen to her life. Plus, how to make your Amazon Echo, Homepod, and Google Home more secure. And find out if you need a smart AC unit that you can control with your voice. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsor: ITPro.TV/knowhow - use the code KNOWHOW30

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion tell you everything you need to know to get started with smart lights and smart plugs. Learn about wattage, voltage, and whether you need a hub or not. Plus, they get fancy with disco lighting you can control with your voice with the LifeX Strip, Philips Hue Bloom, and the new Nanoleaf remote. Smart Lights: LIFX A19 LED Bulb - $59.99 Philips Hue - Starts at $14.99 (requires hub) STITCH by Monoprice Wireless Smart LED Bulb - $12.99 BlissLights BlissBulb - $27.99 Sengled Element Classic Bulb - $9.99 LIFX Mini Natural Warm White Bulb - $24.99 TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi LED Bulb - $34.98 Ilumi Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb - $19.99 Noon Home Lighting - Starts at $249.99 LIFX Z LED Strip - $89.99 Philips Hue Bloom - $59.99 Nanoleaf Remote - $49.99 Nanoleaf Light Panels Rhythm Edition - $229.99 Smart Plugs: TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug - $24.99 TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug w/ Energy Monitoring - $26.99 STITCH by Monoprice Smart Plug - $12.99 Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Connect with…

Megan Morrone and Florence Ion talk to Stacey Higginbotham from Stacey on IoT and from The Internet of Things podcast about how to choose more secure IoT devices for your home. Also, the rising problems with the smart home and domestic abuse, and do you really need a WiFi connected essential oil diffuser? Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Guest: Stacey Higginbotham Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show.

In this premier episode of the Know How...IoT, Megan Morrone and Florence Ion tell you everything you need to know to start filling your house with smart things. Megan offers her law of IoT -- No device shall create more problems than the problem it is intended to solve. Flo explains smart hubs, protocols, and what kind of Wi-Fi you might want to make your smart home run properly. Plus, a tour of both of their smart homes. Hosts: Megan Morrone and Florence Ion Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how. Tweet at us at @meganmorrone and @Ohthatflo. Thanks to CacheFly for the bandwidth for this show. Sponsor: Ring.com/KNOWHOW