The Tech Night Owl LIVE

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 18, 2013

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:22:11 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present long-time Mac programmer Dan Wood, of Karelia Software, who discusses the latest version of their acclaimed Web site creation tool, Sandvox. Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," and the editor of Mac OS X Hints, is on board to explain why his data began to "bleed" when he switched to a new wireless carrier. He also comments on why Apple might be ignoring Microsoft's alleged requests to make a Windows 8 version of iTunes. From Bryan Chaffin, co-founder and co-publisher of The Mac Observer, you'll learn about Google's ho-hum I/O event, China's campaign against Apple, and about Tim Cook's expected proposal, to be delivered at a Congressional hearing, for new tax laws to allow the company to repatriate billions of dollars of cash kept overseas.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 11, 2013

Sat, 11 May 2013 22:21:20 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present Peter Cohen, co-host of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, who will discuss the question of whether we want to buy or rent software, using Adobe's decision to move development of their content creative apps to the Creative Cloud as a prime example You'll also learn how to preserve your digital memories with Greg Scoblete, co-author of a new eBook, "From Fleeting to Forever: A Guide to Enjoying and Preserving Your Digital Photos and Videos," who will explain how to make sense of your growing library of digital photos and videos. We'll also feature Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, who will explain the "7 Ways to Give Back on Twitter and Facebook," and the "10 Best Apps for Bathroom Breaks." You'll also hear about the results of the magazine's tests of Samsung's flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S4.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 4, 2013

Sat, 04 May 2013 05:32:12 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present a real rags to riches story from Tim Angel, owner of ZooGue, a company that manufactures cases for iPhones, iPads and other mobile gear. You'll also hear from tech journalist Rob Pegoraro, who writes a weekly column for USA Today, who reports on Samsung's latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S4, why Wall Street has gone insane over Apple, the worth, or lack thereof, of Facebook Home, and the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and their "Who Has Your Back?" summary of how major sites defend your privacy from government intrusion. Next up on this week's show, cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, talks about those peculiar comments from BlackBerry's CEO that tablets will be a non-factor within five years, and have never made profits, despite the evidence of the iPad's ongoing success. Daniel will also continue his evaluation of the mobile platform wars, and why tech and financial pundits continue to misunderstand Apple.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 27, 2013

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 22:21:29 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present commentator Stephen Baker, Vice President for Industry Analysis at the NPD Group, who will talk about Apple's performance in the last financial quarter, the state of the PC industry, and about the potential for such future TV technologies as 4K, or Ultra HD. In the second half of the show, John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, will discuss how Apple might change the setup for their Worldwide Developers Conference to accommodate more developers, "the power and scope of Apple," and why it's a good thing that Microsoft considers the iOS boring.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 20, 2013

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 22:23:38 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," and the editor of Mac OS X Hints, who discusses the issues involved in dealing with your personal technology after moving from one country to another. One key question involves dealing with iTunes content protected by DRM, such as movies and videos. We'll also feature Bryan Chaffin, co-founder and co-publisher of The Mac Observer, will talk about how Microsoft is shooting itself in the foot with current policies, how Samsung was caught in the act paying for anonymous bashing of a rival, HTC, how Google's Eric Schmidt found "religion" on privacy because of mini-drones, and other hot topics.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 13, 2013

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 22:19:41 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present outspoken commentator Peter Cohen, co-host of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, who covers such subjects as the sharp drop in PC sales, the contradictory reports of Mac sales, and what it all means to the tech industry. You'll learn about the latest and greatest high definition TV technology from Carlos Angulo, Marketing Manager of the HDTV division of Vizio. We'll also feature Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, who will cover the reasons why PC sales are dropping, the faults with Windows 8, and will then talk about the latest and greatest Android smartphones.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 6, 2013

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 08:40:13 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present John Rizzo, of MacWindows.com, who explains why Windows 8 has been such an abject failure, with suggestions on what Microsoft should be doing to improve their latest OS. You'll also hear from cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, who continues his discussion about the growing problems with Google's Android mobile platform. He also gives his reasons why the reported adoption rate for Windows 8 is so low.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 30, 2013

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 22:20:56 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present Bryan Chaffin, co-founder and co-publisher of The Mac Observer, who will talk about Apple's large stash of cash and the taxman, plus other subjects, including T-Mobile's new marketing scheme that is intended to eliminate subsidized handsets. You'll also hear from Joe Wilcox, Managing Editor of BetaNews, who will talk about the increase in cyber attacks on major Web sites, including banks and other financial institutions, why he's switching his cellular service to T-Mobile, and other topics that include Samsung's impact on the Android platform.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 23, 2013

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 22:18:41 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present tech journalist Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, who will discuss the status of the various mobile platforms, what Google has to fear from Samsung, and why he has problems relying on Google services. From Laptop magazine, Reviews Editor Michael Prospero covers some of the best and worst tech gear tested in 2012 and so far in 2013, along with whether lacking five features that are on the Samsung Galaxy S4 makes the iPhone 5 "ancient." Commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," and the editor of Mac OS X Hints, makes a special return appearance to talk about Apple's answer to virtual desktops in OS X, known as Spaces.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 16, 2013

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 22:20:28 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," and the editor of Mac OS X Hints, discusses the trials and tribulations of buying a new Mac for someone who lives in another country, and the issues he's probably going to confront with his Apple ID and iTunes account when he moves from France to the UK. And now that Samsung has announced the newest possible iPhone killer, the Galaxy S4 smartphone, we bring on board Roy Choi, Managing Editor of TechnoBuffalo, and Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, to discuss the potential impact of the new gadget, and the good and bad points, including hands-on impressions.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 9, 2013

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 23:23:57 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present an extended conversation with John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, who will talk about such topics as why the iOS needs a new "paint job," the apparent shift towards the iPad mini, why John doesn't use FaceBook, the problems of Java on the Mac platform, and his own experiences working for Apple from his home office. You'll also hear from Peter Cohen, a co-host of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, who discusses the possibilities for new Apple gear, such as an iWatch and an Apple connected TV. When it comes to a TV set, just what needs might Apple fill without having to depend on deals with content providers or carriers? And what about all the false information being published about Apple's perceived success or lack of success?

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 2, 2013

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 23:20:37 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we'll be joined by Chrysta Olson, Director of Communications for Pheed, a new social networking portal that reportedly combines some of the best features of Facebook, Twitter and other services. You'll hear from Macworld contributor Rob Griffiths, of Many Tricks, who will discuss his comparison between Siri voice recognition and Google, and which service delivered faster and more accurate results on the iOS platform. For a security wrap-up, we present Jeff Erwin, CEO for Intego, a Mac security software publisher, and the company's senior security analyst, Lysa Myers. In addition, tech journalist Rob Pegoraro, who writes a weekly column for USA Today, reports on the 2013 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, and some of the most interesting mobile gear introduced at the event. He also gives you his views about how wireless carriers overcharge you for international roaming.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 23, 2013

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 23:23:52 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, tech commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," describes the most important change in a recent iTunes 11 update along with his viewpoints on how it compares with iTunes 10. You'll also hear Kirk's reaction to the rumors about a possible iWatch from Apple. We'll also present information about two top 10 lists from Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine. The first covers the "Top 10 Tech Myths: True or False?," and the second covers the "10 Worst Tech Rip-Offs and How to Avoid them." You won't be surprised by some of the ones Avram and his staff have exposed. He'll also give you his initial comments about the new HTC One smartphone, the company's flagship handset, introduced this week at press events in New York and London.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 16, 2013

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 23:26:14 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, delivers a detailed response to a penetrating probe of the problems with OS X from developer Lloyd Chambers, author of an article about what he perceives as "core rot" in OS X, which was featured on last week's episode. Adam also discusses the recent speculation about the possibility that Apple will release a smart watch later this year. We'll also present more compelling cutting-edge commentary from Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider. This week Daniel continues his ongoing penetrating analysis of the mobile platform wars, and also presents his reaction to Chambers' article, and the ongoing iWatch speculation.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 9, 2013

Sat, 09 Feb 2013 08:51:04 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, veteran Mac developer Lloyd L. Chambers, who worked on such apps as DiskDoubler in the 1990s, explains why he finds "core rot" in OS X. He'll explain the problems he's encountered with iTunes, the Finder and general system reliability. You'll also hear from outspoken commentator Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, who will cover the state of Apple, and how Wall Street said Apple was in deep trouble despite the fact that the company had a record quarter for sales and profits. From Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, you'll discover the 13 tech terms that are outdated, and prepare to disagree with what he says. Avram will also discuss his mixed review of the Microsoft Surface Pro tablet.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 2, 2013

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 08:48:18 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, tech blogger Roy Choi, managing editor of TechnoBuffalo, discusses the state of the smartphone market, and reports on his hands-on experiences with the newest BlackBerry 10 handsets, including the touch-based Z10. Can BlackBerry's new products reverse the company's trend towards oblivion? With an update on the state of Apple, and why Wall Street is down on the company, you'll hear from cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider. Daniel will also focus on the state of Apple's competition. Stephen Baker, Vice President for Industry Analysis at the NPD Group, will discuss Apple's ongoing prospects despite taking a drubbing on Wall Street, how Microsoft's Windows 8 and Surface tablets are faring so far, and whether new TV technologies, such as the higher resolution 4K models, are sufficient to convince lots of customers to replace their sets.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 26, 2013

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 23:20:59 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we explore the common sense reasons behind Apple's earnings miss, how Wall Street has overreacted, and why some so-called industry analysts and tech commentators have totally misunderstood Apple's real sales and prospects. You'll also discover the latest possibilities about the next Mac Pro, and where Apple's TV initiative might go. Our guests include John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, and Peter Cohen, a co-host of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 19, 2013

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 05:25:05 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, tech commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," discusses lemons for 2012, a list of the products that caused him lots of grief. He'll also talk about the prospects for an Apple TV set. You'll also hear from tech journalist Rob Pegoraro, who writes a weekly column for USA Today," discussing the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, including some of the great and not-so-great product intros.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 12, 2013

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 23:22:33 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, tech author Keir Thomas, author of "Mac Kung Fu: Over 400 Tips, Tricks, Hints, and Hacks for Apple OS X (Pragmatic Programmers)," joins us to present some of his favorite OS X secrets. He'll also comment on current news in the Apple universe. You'll also hear from Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes, who speaks to the possibility that Apple will release a low-cost iPhone, as is being predicted in the media, and the potential outcome of the company's Apple TV hobby. From Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus, you'll hear his comments about the possibility of a cheaper iPhone, and whether Apple wants to build a smart TV set. He'll also offer OS X and iOS tips from some of his best-selling books.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 5, 2013

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 23:22:52 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, commentator Joe Wilcox, Managing Editor of BetaNews, discusses the outcome of the Federal Trade Commission's probe into Google's search policies, and the verdict that addresses the patent licensing policies of Google's Motorola Mobility division. Joe will also discuss his article suggesting that Apple may have lost its stomach for industry-shaking revolutions of their product lines. You'll also hear from Avram Piltch, Online Editor Director of Laptop magazine, who will talk about the sort of product intros expected at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, held the second week of January and express his ongoing concerns about the prospects for Windows 8.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 29, 2012

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 23:24:47 -0700

We explore 2012's wins and losses in the tech industry, with the emphasis on Apple Inc. Was, as some people suggest, Mapgate, involving the trials and tribulations of Maps for iOS 6, the biggest tech failure of the year? What about the buggy initial release of iTunes 11, and is Apple going to release a smart TV set next year? Along to discuss these and other subjects are Peter Cohen, from the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, and tech journalist Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 22, 2012

Sat, 22 Dec 2012 23:24:54 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present Michael Prospero, Reviews Editor for Laptop magazine, to discuss some of the notable products he and his crew have tested over the past year, along with ongoing speculation that Apple has a smart TV coming next year. You'll also hear from John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, who will cover his multipart series on ebook readers and tablets. He'll tell you his favorites, and then explain why he believes it is inevitable that Apple will release a TV set.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 15, 2012

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 23:22:38 -0700

We discuss all those rumors that Apple is planning to build a smart TV set, perhaps in 2013. You'll also hear more discussions about the problems and the benefits of iTunes 11. Along to talk about these and other issues are Adam Engst from TidBITS and Take Control Books, and Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop. In addition, Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, joins us with his 2012 best/worst list. You might be able to guess what the magazine concludes was number one on the list of the worst tech failures. He'll also list some of the best laptop computers, tablets, and smartphones.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 8, 2012

Sat, 08 Dec 2012 23:19:26 -0700

Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," returns for a detailed discussion of the good, bad and ugly elements of iTunes 11 for the Mac and PC. You'll learn about which features Apple removed, the feature that will soon be restored, and about things that might be done better in a future version. We'll also feature Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus, who will talk about his recent odyssey, where the electric power in his office, powering loads of tech gear, was "fried" while on a recent vacation. He'll also discuss Tim Cook's lengthy interviews with NBC and Bloomberg Businessweek, and the implications of those tantalizing statements about building Macs in the U.S., and the potential for an Apple smart TV set.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 1, 2012

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 23:24:22 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we focus on Amazon's possible deception in advertising the Kindle Paperwhite eBook reader, Apple and the professional market, the executive musical chairs at Apple and Microsoft, iTunes Match -- the second year, and we bring you a first look at iTunes 11, which offers a new look and the promise of better performance. You'll hear from Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy" and Peter Cohen, from the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 24, 2012

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 13:50:41 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we focus on the latest tech news and views from Apple and other companies with a special emphasis on Windows 8, and the tepid early reaction to Microsoft's efforts to establish what they call the PC+ era. You'll hear from veteran tech columnist Ted Landau, who writes for The Mac Observer and Macworld, usability guru Jakob Nielsen, who has actually put Windows 8 through a series of intense tests with a panel of experienced PC users, and Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 17, 2012

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 23:22:52 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, discusses the recent departure of Steve Sinofsky, the President of the Windows Division at Microsoft, and the problems the company may be facing with Windows 8 and the Surface tablet. Adrian Hoppel, who writes a weekly column for Mac|Life called "Law & Apple," discusses Apple's recent patent licensing settlement with HTC and how that deal might impact ongoing lawsuits involving Samsung and other companies. You'll also be introduced to a powerful new Mac diagnostic app, Checkmate, in a special interview with Micromat's Jeff Baudin.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 10, 2012

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 23:21:09 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we'll focus on some of the great new tech gadgets introduced for the holiday season, including Apple's iPad mini and the fourth generation iPad, the Windows Surface RT tablet, Windows 8, and gear from Amazon and Google. Along with their forthright opinions on these and other topics will be Stephen Baker, Vice President for Industry Analysis at the NPD Group, and Michael Prospero, Reviews Editor for Laptop magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 3, 2012

Sat, 03 Nov 2012 23:33:40 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we bring on board Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," to discuss the rapid disappearance of optical drives from new Macs. He'll also talk briefly about Apple's recent executive shakeup. Jim Galbraith, the Lab Director for Macworld, details the benchmarks of the recent Apple products that he's tested, and his plans for evaluating the latest mobile gadgets. From Adrian Hoppel, who writes a weekly column for Mac|Life called "Law & Apple," presents his unfiltered opinion about the impending departure of Apple VP Scott Forstall, the latest news about Apple's legal wrangling with Google and other companies. During this session, you'll also hear Gene's early observations after installing Windows 8.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 27, 2012

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 22:24:49 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we cover an extremely busy week in the tech world. At a special media event, Apple introduced the iPad mini, a new iPad refresh, plus several Macs, including a slimmed down iMac. Despite record sales, Wall Street gave Apple some lumps because iPad sales came in one or two million units below analyst expectations. Meanwhile, Microsoft launched Windows 8 and the Surface tablet. Along to discuss these and other tech issues are: John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, and Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 20, 2012

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 22:20:54 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, tech journalist Rob Pegoraro, who writes for USA Today and other publications, covers such subjects as satellite Internet, broadband Internet performance, the possibilities for the iPad mini, the impending arrival of Windows 8 and the Microsoft Surface tablet. Joe Wilcox, Managing Editor of BetaNews, covers the Windows 8 issues, the introduction of the Surface tablet, and Apple's possible plans for the iPad mini and other expected new products.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 13, 2012

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 22:30:50 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, commentator Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, discusses the latest news and views about Apple and Microsoft. Will the really be an iPad mini, and how real is the Microsoft Surface tablet? From Michael Prospero, Reviews Editor for Laptop magazine, you'll hear brief reviews of two curious notebook computers from Sony that come preloaded with Windows 8. You'll also hear about the results of a shootout pitting the iPhone 5 against what is perceived to be its main competitor, the Samsung Galaxy S III.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 6, 2012

Sat, 06 Oct 2012 22:23:32 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, Adam Engst from TidBITS and Take Control Books, who will be speaking about the Mapgate fiasco, along with his ideas about how Apple should price OS X, and how that price may impact app sales. Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," tells of his trials and tribulations in using Maps for iOS 6 to travel around France. He'll also report on his problems with Apple's EarPods, their newly-designed earphone.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 29, 2012

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 22:20:45 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, to make sense of the "Mapgate" controversy that involves problems with Apple's home-built mapping service. Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, gives you his take on Mapgate, explains the reasons why he feels Android smartphones beat the iPhone in some areas, and gives you his first impressions of the latest generation of Nook tablets from Barnes & Noble.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 22, 2012

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 22:20:43 -0700

We present software developer Alexander Adam, from Quasado, who is one of the people behind StageStack, a project to create a new graphics app in the tradition of Macromedia FreeHand. You'll also hear from Adrian Hoppel, who writes a weekly column for Mac|Life called "Law & Apple," where he tries to make some sense of the Apple's legal adventures. John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, will explain why every "geeky smartphone feature doesn't matter," list the iPhone 5 features that Apple didn't offer and why, and dissect Samsung's anti-iPhone 5 ad campaign.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 15, 2012

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 22:21:32 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we introduce Michael Phipps, founder of the Haiku project, an effort to develop a new open source operating system that's inspired by the BeOS of the 1990s. You'll also hear from Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," who describes some of the promised features of the forthcoming iTunes upgrade and whether they will, so to speak, make the grade. Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, is on board to refute what he regards as unfounded criticisms of the iPhone 5.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 8, 2012

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 22:21:11 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, tech commentator Rob Pegoraro reviews the recent IFA Consumer Electronics Unlimited show, which took place in Berlin, and some of the most fascinating gadgets he checked out. He'll also comment on the current developments in the tech universe. You'll also hear from Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, who will also discuss some compelling gear presented at the IFA trade show, along with the newest Windows Phone handsets from Nokia, Amazon's updated Kindle lineup, and the possibilities for a smaller version of Apple's iPad.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 1, 2012

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 22:19:26 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, cutting edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, presents detailed comments about the fallout from the Apple/Samsung trial, where Apple was awarded over a billion dollars. Michael Prospero, Reviews Editor for Laptop magazine, talks about some of the latest developments in Windows 8 tablet-oriented computers and smartphones, and also covers the results of the Apple/Samsung trial.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 25, 2012

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 22:21:43 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, the one and only "iTunes Guy," Kirk McElhearn, joins us to explain the cloud. He'll also compare Dropbox to Apple's iCloud, and try to sort out those confusing sync problems with Apple's cloud-based services. Kirk will also discuss Apple's recent 10.8.1 update for Mountain Lion. Cutting-edge commentator Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, joins us to cover a variety of subjects. He'll touch on the 10.8.1 update, the ongoing strategic problems at Dell and HP, how Twitter might be the new AOL, and Microsoft's new corporate logo.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 18, 2012

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 22:21:00 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we present Susie Ochs, Executive Editor of Mac|Life, who will present an update on news and views in the Apple universe. You'll also hear from John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, who will cover the possibilities for a small version of the iPad, a potential replacement for Apple Mail, the fallout of Apple's ongoing "thermonuclear patent war," and what you might see in the iPhone 5. Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus will cover Apple news, his experiences with OS X Mountain Lion, and speculate about the possibilities of an iPad version of Microsoft Office.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 11, 2012

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 22:20:52 -0700

Mac author and troubleshooting expert Ted Landau discusses the changes and possible problems and fixes for OS 10.8 Mountain Lion. Michael Prospero, Reviews Editor for Laptop magazine, presents a preliminary "smackdown" of Microsoft's Windows 8 versus Apple's Mountain Apple. Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," talks about an unannounced new feature of Mountain, some possible bugs, and ongoing iTunes music download issues.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 4, 2012

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 16:39:47 -0700

We present Paul Wagenseil, of Security News Daily, will discuss security issues on the Android OS platform, and the problem Apple may have created by not making Safari 6 available for older versions of OS X. Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, will cover predictions for Apple's expected September media event, where the next iPhone is expected to launch, plus platform comparisons between OS X Mountain Lion and Windows 8. Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, joins Gene in talking about possible early bugs in Mountain Lion, along with a solution or two, plus possible usability issues that might arise in Windows 8.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 28, 2012

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 22:23:40 -0700

We present noted industry analyst Stephen Baker, of the NPD Group, to review the hits and misses in Apple's earnings report for the June quarter. He'll also talk about ongoing industry trends in the mobile, PC and TV markets. We also present a show regular, cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, who will deliver a reality check about the meaning behind Apple's earnings, especially the supposed "miss" in iPhone sales. He'll also continue his discussion about the ongoing mobile and PC platform wars. You'll also learn about a new Internet telephone service, "a phone company in a box," from Nelson Hudes, who represents NetTALK.com, which recently introduced a Wi-Fi version of their VoIP phone device.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 21, 2012

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 22:22:48 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, discusses the curious case of Dr. Steve Mann, who is considered the "father of wearable computing." He'll also discuss the differing visions of Apple and Microsoft when it comes to the Post-PC and PC+ eras. John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, discusses a variety of subjects that include the ongoing integration of Apple's iOS into OS X, and the patent lawsuit epidemic among tech companies. Dan Frakes, a Macworld Senior Editor, offers a primer on Apple's OS X Mountain Lion, including the system requirements and why some older Macs are no longer supported. You'll also learn about some of the most important new features.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 14, 2012

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 09:05:25 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, returns to talk about Microsoft's ongoing problems in remaining relevant, and his reactions to persistent rumors that a small iPad is coming later this year. Tech blogger Jonathan Rettinger, of TechnoBuffalo, also talks about the potential for an iPad mini and how it may take over the market for small tablets. He'll also suggest a possible solution for RIM to save the BlackBerry business, and about the possibilities for an Amazon smartphone. Prolific author Joe Kissell, whose "Take Control of Upgrading to Mountain Lion," has been released, will explain how to make sure your Mac can run OS 10.8, and how to prepare for the upgrade.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 7, 2012

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 22:23:58 -0700

Prolific author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus talks about Microsoft's woes, and gives you a preview of the best (and worst) features of OS 10.8 Mountain Lion. Author and commentator Ted Landau discusses some of the problems with Apple's Mac App Store, including the limitations of sandboxing, the inability to get demo software or discounted app upgrades. From Jim Galbraith, the Lab Director of Macworld, you'll get the latest and greatest benchmarks of Apple's recent MacBook upgrades, including the MacBook Pro with Retina display. Is it time to retire your old Mac notebook?

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 30, 2012

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 22:23:28 -0700

author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," evaluates suggestions to change iTunes, such as the value of splitting the features into separate apps. We also cover Google's I/O conference in San Francisco, where they launched the 7-inch Nexus 7 tablet, a potential competitor to the Amazon Kindle Fire, the Android 4.1 "Jelly Bean" OS, and the Nexus Q set top box. Along to talk about the event, and Microsoft's recent mobile-related announcements, is industry analyst Ross Rubin of The NPD Group, and Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 23, 2012

Sat, 23 Jun 2012 22:26:40 -0700

We focus on some key announcements from Microsoft that have dominated tech news, such as the demonstration of a 10.6-inch tablet in two versions known as Surface, and the first announcement about the new features in Windows Phone 8. We'll also cover the potential and some of the key problems that have appeared in the forthcoming Windows 8 upgrade. Our guests include outspoken columnist and former industry analyst Joe Wilcox, from BetaNews, commentator Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, and Mike Prospero, Reviews Editor of Laptop magazine. We'll also cover Apple's amazing new MacBook Pro with Retina display, and its impact to the notebook market.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 16, 2012

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 22:28:37 -0700

We will focus heavily on Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference, and all the news about OS X Mountain Lion and iOS 6, along with the amazing MacBook Pro with Retina display. Our guests include author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, aka "The iTunes Guy," who will also discuss the expected death of Apple's iTunes Ping social networking feature. Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, will be on board to discuss the magazine's tests of the new MacBook Pro with Retina display, and his concerns about the prospects for Windows Phone and Windows 8. John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, will discuss the WWDC, and voice his concerns for Apple's ongoing support of the pro market, even though Tim Cook has already announced a major Mac Pro upgrade for 2013.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 9, 2012

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 22:25:10 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, offers insights on Tim Cook's interview at the All Things Digital D10 conference, his observations of the ongoing mobile platform wars, and expectations for Apple's announcements at next week's WWDC. Author and commentator Ted Landau, who writes for Macworld and The Mac Observer, discusses the possibility of a larger screen iPhone, potential problems for developers because of the new sandboxing requirement for Apple's Mac App Store, Apple's "Six Best Decisions of the 21st Century," and the possible product intros at the WWDC.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 2, 2012

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 22:28:01 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, aka "The iTunes Guy," talks about the potential minefields for Apple's sandboxing security scheme for OS X apps. What obstacles will it present to Mac developers? He'll also talk about the failed iTunes Ping social networking service.

Columnist Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, will be asked about what we can expect from Apple at the WWDC in light of his recent remark that the Mac Pro won't be discontinued. He'll also talk about the tragic state of Research In Motion and the BlackBerry.

A new visitor, Kirk Hiner, Editor in Chief of AppleTell, will describe how he got involved in covering the Apple universe. He'll also offer his feelings about the recent Tim Cook Interview at the All Things Digital D10 conference, his expectations for upcoming Mac hardware, and the next revision of the iOS.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 26, 2012

Sat, 26 May 2012 22:24:15 -0700

Steve Kruschen, aka "Mr. Gadget," returns to talk about his new book, "The Mr. Gadget Consumer Tech Guide - Volume One: Electronics, Gadgetry & Technology: The One and Only Mr. Gadget Reveals What to Buy and Why to Buy It! (Volume 1)." Mr. Gadget will also discuss some of the latest and greatest tear gear that he's tested. Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, returns for his third appearance three in a row. This week he'll tell you about "10 Gadgets You’d Be a Fool to Buy Right Now," and he'll also talk about the questions surrounding the Facebook IPO, and the sad state of HP, which has announced a new round of layoffs amid tepid sales.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 19, 2012

Sat, 19 May 2012 09:31:43 -0700

John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, offers some pointed tips on what other companies need to do to compete with Apple -- and changing the CEO is on the list. Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, returns for an encore appearance. This week he'll tell you about "15 Ways to Accelerate Your PC’s Slowest Component: You!," and we'll be offering both Mac and Windows tips. You'll also hear from best-selling author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus," who will discuss the state of Mac security, the sad state of security fear-mongering, and the security potential of Mac OS 10.8 Mountain Lion.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 12, 2012

Sat, 12 May 2012 22:34:14 -0700

Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, discusses Apple's recent security updates, and the key issues involving both desktop and mobile computing platforms from Apple and the competition. Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, offers a detailed discussion of Apple's approach to Mac security, and how recent updates have the effect of disabling older or unused versions of Flash and Java. For a fascinating change of pace, Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, talks about the "Top 10 Tech Stupidity Taxes You Should Never Pay," which include rent-to-own stores, extended warranties, and other services that he regards as questionable.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 5, 2012

Sat, 05 May 2012 22:25:00 -0700

Macworld's "iTunes Guy," Kirk McElhearn, talks about how cell phone plans differ in the U.S. and France, and the impact of the ongoing migration of portions of the iOS to OS X. Outspoken commentator Peter Cohen, from the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, talks about cell phone woes, and offers a reality check about the malware situation on the Mac platform. ClouldFlare CEO Matthew Prince explains how the company, selected by the Wall Street Journal in 2011 as the Most Innovative Internet Technology company, can help protect your site and make it run faster.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 28, 2012

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:33:39 -0700

Tech writer Geoffrey Morrison (@TechWriterGeoff on Twitter), who covers the TV beat for CNET, Sound&Vision and other publications, discusses current technology and when is the best time to replace your old set. You'll also hear from cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, who takes a look at Apple's ongoing record earnings, and then gives you his take on the PC and mobile platform wars, and the likely winners and losers. From The NPD Group, industry analyst Ross Rubin also gives you his views on the latest results from Apple Inc. and Microsoft, and examines the current state of the art when it comes to 3D TV.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 21, 2012

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10:38:25 -0700

Tonya Engst, of TidBITS and Take Control Books, speaks about the Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit against Apple and major book publishers from the viewpoint of a small ebook publisher. She'll also discuss her latest book, "Take Control of Your iPad." From Laptop magazine, Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director, discusses the 15 technologies that will be history by the time his newborn son, Isaac, becomes a teenager. You'll also learn about the most secure methods to transfer your files from Ian Shray, Co-founder and CEO of WellRedApps, who will be talking about the release of a new file encryption app, DropKey.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 14, 2012

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 22:26:31 -0700

Macworld's "iTunes Guy," Kirk McElhearn, brings you up to date on ongoing iTunes problems, and also gives you the full story behind the recent Flashback malware outbreak that reportedly infected up to 600,000 Macs before Apple released a Java security update to fix the problem. From TidBITS and Take Control Books, Michael E. Cohen speaks about the Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit against Apple and five major book publishers for alleged price fixing. Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes also discusses the Department of Justice antitrust action, along with iTunes syncing problems and other issues, plus the best way to recharge your new iPad, which has heftier power needs because of the Retina Display and other components.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 7, 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 22:21:48 -0700

Best-selling author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus gives you a preview of his new book, co-written with USA Today's Ed Baig, entitled "The iPad for Dummies," the latest edition of which covers the new iPad. Tech blogger Jonathan Rettinger, of TechnoBuffalo, discusses the trials and tribulations of Yahoo!, and also offers an early look at Nokia's Lumia 900, meant as the flagship smartphone for the Windows Phone OS. Nationally syndicated tech columnist Craig Crossman, host of the Computer America radio show, discusses his experiences with 100 megabit broadband, and why you might have to replace your network cables if your ISP offers higher speeds.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 31, 2012

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 12:13:26 -0700

Macworld's "iTunes Guy," Kirk McElhearn, returns to discuss his personal war stories involving defective products he's purchased from Apple and Logitech. He also explains why it's a good idea to purchase an extended warranty. Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith reveals the results of the magazine's heat and battery tests of the new iPad, and how they compare to other posted test results, including the ones from Consumer Reports. Cutting edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, describes his thorough evaluation of the new iPad, why it was singled out for what he believes to be unfair treatment because of non-existent heat problems, and then delivers an overview of the ongoing platform wars involving Apple, Google and Microsoft.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 24, 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 22:20:21 -0700

We poll our guest experts to see whether the new iPad is really hot in ways other than record sales. Our guest list includes Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, who also discusses the seven deadly sins committed by wireless carriers and handset makers. John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, talks about his decision to ditch his landline phone once and for all, and some of his observations about Tim Cook and his initial acts as Apple CEO. With veteran Mac author and troubleshooting expert Ted Landau, we'll cover the Mac press, and whether these journalists are getting just a little too cozy with Apple, along with the next OS X upgrade, Mountain Lion, and the improved integration of iOS features.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 17, 2012

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 22:21:21 -0700

We focus once again on Apple's "new iPad" with that spectacular Retina Display, which is selling out around the world. We also cover the revised Apple TV, the prospects for an Apple "smart" TV, and Microsoft's potential troubles with Windows 8. Our guest list includes: Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, and Peter Cohen, from the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 10, 2012

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 23:22:46 -0700

We cover "The new iPad," which some prefer to mention as the iPad 3. With Apple's media event, not to mention the introduction of a new Apple TV, and some fancy new apps, there's lots to talk about. Our guests include: Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, and Ross Rubin, Executive Director and Principal Analyst, NPD Connected Intelligence for The NPD Group.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 3, 2012

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:25:32 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, Gene presents Neil Ticktin, Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of MacTech magazine, who discusses AT&T's data throttling problems, and the issues facing developers who want to get their apps into the Mac App Store. We explore radio's "Golden Age" with Greg Bell, host of Sirius/XM Satellite Radio's "Radio Classics" show, which presents many of your favorite radio dramas and comedies. We'll discuss the fascinating back stories, plus the technology used to restore these gems. Macworld's Dan Frakes is on board to talk about Apple's next media event, where the wraps will be taken off the next iPad, plus Apple's new Mac OS, Mountain Lion, due to ship by late summer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 25, 2012

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 23:29:05 -0700

We continue our extensive coverage of OS X Mountain Lion, Apple's successor to Lion, which will include enhanced integration with key iOS features and applications that are now available on the iPad. Apple plans to release Mountain Lion to Mac users by late summer. Along to talk about the ins and outs of the new OS are: Jim Dalrymple, Founder, Editor in Chief of The Loop, commentator Kirk McElhearn, and Seán Captain, Managing Editor of TechNewsDaily.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 18, 2012

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:22:55 -0700

We begin with author and commentator Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, who talks about the dream of the "paperless office" and the two broken Mac updates recently released by Apple, along with the problems they caused. You'll hear from Macworld's Dan Moren on the four important issues that need fixing in the App Store and, of course, the Mac App Store. With the launch of the next version of Mac OS X, known as Mountain Lion, we bring aboard Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus to discuss some of the new iOS-inspired features you can expect when Apple releases the OS late this summer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 11, 2012

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:22:44 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, Macworld's "iTunes Guy," talks with Gene about some of his favorite TV shows, and his favorite and not-so-favorite Macs over the years. Industry analyst Stephen Baker, of the NPD Group, talks about tech industry trends, including smartphone sales, the possibilities of Windows 8, 3D TV, and whether Apple will really build a "smart" TV. Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director for Laptop magazine, discusses Android OS update problems, whether smartphones with physical keyboards have a future, and his own investigations into reports that Apple and other tech companies are allowing their Asian contract factories to abuse factory workers.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 4, 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:25:48 -0700

Jim Dalrymple, of The Loop, outlines Apple's recent update for Final Cut Pro X, and whether the problems reported by video editors have been properly addressed. He'll also cover the management shakeup at Research In Motion. Rich Sloan, founder of StartUp Nation, offers tips for new businesses, and describes a partnership with Brother in which five people will receive $5,000 grants to help fund their new ventures. Peter Cohen, of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, discusses the ongoing controversy over the working conditions at Foxconn and other companies contracted by Apple and other tech companies to build their products. You'll also hear about the ongoing prospects for Windows Phone and the Android OS from Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 28, 2012

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 23:23:27 -0700

John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, discusses Apple's stellar financials along with his views on iBooks 2 and how it will impact the textbook business. Ross Rubin, Executive Director and Principal Analyst, NPD Connected Intelligence for The NPD Group, also talks about Apple's financial results, along with trends in the tech industry, including prospects for 3D TVs. We'll also be joined by Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director for Laptop magazine, who will discuss the recent management shakeup at Research In Motion (RIM), Apple's amazing success, and reports of unsafe working conditions at the contract factories assembling Apple's products.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 21, 2012

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:23:49 -0700

Kirk McElhearn, who is now Macworld's "iTunes Guy," gives you some hard-won tips about using iTunes, and he also outlines some of the problems reported with iTunes Match and iCloud. Commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, discusses the Consumer Electronics Show, along with the issues involving the various hardware and software platforms from the likes of Intel, AMD, ARM, Apple, and Google. We're also joined by Rob Pegoraro, a tech writer for USAToday.com, who discusses Apple's iBooks 2, its impact to education, and the ongoing controversy over the now-shelved Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA).

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 14, 2012

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:23:02 -0700

veteran Mac author and troubleshooting expert Ted Landau discusses the prospects for an Apple integrated TV, and also details many of the problems with the first release of Apple's iCloud. Direct from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, discusses some of the hits and misses at the trade show. Bill Vlahos, creator of InfoWallet, discusses how his cross-platform "file cabinet" application can be used to easily organize, store, and access your most private information in one very secure location.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 7, 2012

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 23:21:53 -0700

Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, provides his take on the controversial Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA), proposed legislation in the U.S. House that some say puts draconian controls on attempts to remove alleged pirated content from Web sites. You'll also hear from Sean Brown, Vice President, Sonic Foundry, about an update to their Mediasite that will allow, for example, students with iPhones and iPads to watch online lectures from educators. Macworld's Dan Moren joins Gene to brainstorm about the possibilities for an iTV, or Apple connected TV, and whether such a product will ever see the light of day.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 31, 2011

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 23:50:40 -0700

First, commentator Kirk McElhearn discusses a peculiar take by a book reviewer on the impact of Steve Jobs and Apple, and also discusses some of his favorite stories for the year. Prolific author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus muses on what might have happened to Apple had Steve Jobs not returned to the company in the mid-1990s. He also discusses the possibilities of an Apple connected TV and how such a product would deliver the content you want. With The Loop's Jim Dalrymple, we talk about such topics as the possible impact of the Stop Software Piracy Act and how domain registrar GoDaddy got themselves in the thick of it when they first supported the controversial proposed law, and then, in the face of customer defections, changed their tune.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 24, 2011

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 23:23:30 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, covers Apple's recent patent victory against HTC before the International Trade Commission, and also offers some surprisingly frank comments about AT&T's failed attempt to merge with T-Mobile. Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, offers a long-range view of the failed AT&T/T-Mobile merger and suggests possible suitors for T-Mobile. He'll also cover some of the top tech stories of 2011, and offer projections for industry trends in 2012.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 17, 2011

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 23:30:01 -0700

Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell covers the history of the iPod, and his experiences with an Amazon Kindle Fire tablet. Outspoken commentator Peter Cohen, of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, covers the shaky situation at HP, as the company tries to seek out a new strategy, and why Microsoft removed the head of the Windows Phone division. For a last minute look at the best tech gear for 2011, we call upon Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 10, 2011

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 23:27:49 -0700

We cover such topics as using dictation software on your Mac, the ongoing problems with iTunes Match and matching songs already in Apple's music library, some network issues at Verizon Wireless, known problems with the Google Android user experience, and whether or not netbooks are on life support. Our guests include: author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, and Kim Bradford from GottaBeMobile.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 3, 2011

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:27:04 -0700

We cover the ongoing problems with Apple's iTunes Match, why HP CEO Meg Whitman expects Apple to be the number one PC maker on the planet in 2012, Amazon's Kindle Fire tablet, including the results of a hands-on review, plus the ongoing problems with the Android and Windows platforms. Our guests include: columnist Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, tech writer Lex Friedman from Macworld, and outspoken commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 26, 2011

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 23:28:31 -0700

We bring back outspoken commentator Peter Cohen, of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, who will focus on the ongoing issues with Apple's iTunes Match and will also offer some offhand observations about the Amazon Kindle Fire tablet. Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn tells you why Apple won't let him use iTunes Match on his desktop computer, and he'll continue to detail his ongoing and curious Mac hardware problems. You'll also hear from John Martellaro, a Senior Editor for The Mac Observer, who will cover the curious troubles he encountered upgrading his DirecTV DVR, and the surprising results of his investigation into the alleged malware problem on the Google Android mobile platform.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 19, 2011

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 23:30:02 -0700

On this week's all-star episode, we focus on the arrival and teething pains of iTunes Match, and how the Amazon Kindle Fire tablet stacks up against the latest Barnes & Noble Nook and, of course, Apple's iPad. We'll even cover your humble host's totally irritating issues in making iTunes Match work on an iPhone. Along for the ride are Dan Moren, from Macworld, Adam Engst from TidBITS and Take Control Books, and Sascha Segan, Lead Mobile Analyst for PCMag.com.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 12, 2011

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 23:21:57 -0700

We have a quartet of guests this week: Prolific author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus discusses the forthcoming iTunes Match from Apple, and his continuing quest to find a replacement for Intuit's Quicken, a personal finance app, on his Mac. Commentator Kirk McElhearn is in rant mode as he complains about problem's he's had with Apple support in resolving iCloud issues. From ZeoBIT, spokesperson Jeremiah Fowler describes the major features of the company's all-in-one Mac utility, MacKeeper. Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, returns to address the iPhone 4S battery woes, Apple's recent fix, and Adobe's decision to stop developing Flash for mobile gadgets, such as Android smartphones, and the BlackBerry PlayBook.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 5, 2011

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 22:24:19 -0700

Macworld's Dan Moren delivers an Apple update in which we talk about the forthcoming iTunes Match service, which missed its end of October deadline, the prospects for an iTV, or Apple connected TV, and other hot topics. Ross Rubin, an industry analyst for the NPD Group, talks about sales trends, the possibilities for an Apple connected TV, and whether 3D TV is ever going to catch on. You'll hear a mobile gadget update from Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, who will cover the trials and tribulations of Research In Motion, makers of the BlackBerry, and the prospects for the Amazon Kindle Fire tablet.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 29, 2011

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:20:58 -0700

We observe the 10th anniversary of Apple's iconic iPod, with author and commentator Kirk McElhearn. You'll learn about the gadget's humble beginnings, and how its future shapes up. We also feature a special interview with legendary audio equipment designer Bob Carver, who discusses his history of creating audio equipment for your home, plus how the quest for perfect sound has fared so far in the 21st century. Macworld's Lex Friedman and Gene talk about the best-selling biography, "Steve Jobs," from author Walter Isaacson. Have all the revelations about Jobs' mercurial personality made people less apt to admire Apple's co-founder? We'll cover lots of questions and possibilities.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 22, 2011

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 22:24:20 -0700

Prolific author Joe Kissell, author of “Take Control of Upgrading to Lion” and “Take Control of iCloud,” offers hints and tips for upgrading to Apple’s newest OS, and migrating your stuff to iCloud. Tech expert Steve “Mr. Gadget” Kruschen discusses harnessing the power of connected TVs, Internet phone services, affordable printers, and lots of other great tech gear. Columnist Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, reviews the iPhone 4S, and offers an on-air demonstration of the Siri personal assistant.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 15, 2011

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 22:18:20 -0700

We feature a return visit by Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, who recounts his encounters with Steve Jobs during Apple shareholder meetings, where he asked a number of questions. He also attempts to dispel some of the rumors about Jobs’ public behavior. From the NPD Group, industry analyst Stephen Baker talks about the initial prospects for the iPhone 4S, and the state of the PC industry. You’ll also hear from Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, who covers the iPhone 4S, and the fallout from the serious network outage experienced by BlackBerry maker Research In Motion.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 8, 2011

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 22:28:45 -0700

We honor the life and times of Steven P. Jobs with Peter Cohen, of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, and Adam Engst from TidBITS and Take Control Books. Peter will also discuss Apple's media event that featured the launch of the iPhone 4S. You'll hear more about the latest and greatest iPhone, along with the shortcomings of Google's Android OS and Microsoft's efforts to deploy Windows everywhere, from Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 1, 2011

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 22:25:37 -0700

The topic list this week includes the forthcoming Amazon Kindle Fire, predictions of future Apple products, and a discussion about a new audio/video/messaging app for the iOS and Android OS. Our guests include: Dan Moren and Jim Galbraith from Macworld, Avram Piltch from Laptop magazine, and Jake Levant of fring.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 24, 2011

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 22:22:31 -0700

The topic list includes: The curious decision of Netflix to split streaming and DVD services into two separate companies, the good, bad and ugly aspects of Apple’s OS X Lion, Mac speech recognition software, and possible replacements for Intuit’s Quicken for the Mac. Guests: Peter Cohen, of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus, and commentator Kirk McElhearn.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 17, 2011

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 22:27:44 -0700

We explore Windows 8, Microsoft’s forthcoming OS upgrade that will combine mobile and desktop systems, which is widely expected to arrive in 2012. Our guests include cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, and Seth Rosenblatt, from CNET, who had a hands-on encounter with an early beta of Windows 8. Macworld writer Lex Friedman talks about the online theft of gift card balances from iTunes.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 10, 2011

Sat, 10 Sep 2011 22:24:19 -0700

Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, explores the value of social networking, particularly with FaceBook and Twitter, and offers an Apple update. Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, offers his impressions of Google Plus. He’ll also discuss Windows 8, and Intel’s Ultrabook initiative and how it might compete with the MacBook Air.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 3, 2011

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 22:23:59 -0700

We explore the dark side of Google with Ben Edelman, PhD., an Assistant Professor of Harvard Business School. Commentator Kirk McElhearn reports on his problems with a 27-inch iMac, and you'll hear an insider’s report on life at Apple Inc., and possible solutions in Apple’s quest to conquer the living room with John Martellaro, a Senior Editor for The Mac Observer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 27, 2011

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 22:23:32 -0700

We discuss the surprise resignation of Steve Jobs as CEO of Apple Inc. with industry analyst Stephen Baker of the NPD Group. We also explore Google’s decision to buy Motorola Mobility, and HP’s decision to ditch its WebOS products with Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider and Peter Cohen, of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 20, 2011

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 22:21:16 -0700

We cover the controversial decision of Google to purchase Motorola Mobility, a handset maker, and how it will impact the smartphone industry, with Jim Dalrymple, Editor in Chief of The Loop, and John Martellaro, Senior Editor of The Mac Observer. Karen Sohl, Communications Manager from the Linksys division of Cisco, covers home networking.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 13, 2011

Sat, 13 Aug 2011 22:28:06 -0700

Macworld writer Lex Friedman discusses an online method used by some developers to bypass Apple’s “walled garden” approach. Laptop magazine’s Online Editorial Director, Avram Piltch makes a pitch for changing or eliminating current patent laws, which he says allow large companies and so-called patent trolls to restrict innovation.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 6, 2011

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 22:26:09 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider; security reporter Paul Wagenseil, of Security News Daily, details the known security issues for personal computers, mobile gadgets, and your car; Macworld lab director Jim Galbraith brings you up to date on Mac test results; commentator Ted Landau addresses such issues as the alleged dumbing down of OS X Lion.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 30, 2011

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 22:26:52 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn details an unusual crashing problem after installing OS X Lion. Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell talks about what went wrong with America’s space program. Laptop magazine’s Online Editorial Director, Avram Piltch evaluates Apple’s upgraded thin and light notebook, the MacBook Air, how it compares with Windows portables.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 23, 2011

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:26:45 -0700

On this week’s all-star episode, we dig deep into the ins and outs of Apple's latest and greatest Mac OS, Lion. Along for the ride are Peter Cohen,co-host of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop and author Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books. Industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, discusses Apple’s rosy sales picture, and other topics.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 16, 2011

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 22:29:01 -0700

Author Joe Kissell prepares Mac users for the Mac OS X Lion upgrade; PCMag.com’s Lance Ulanoff talks about the winding down of the space shuttle program and the fading dreams about future exploration; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Moren discusses the Netflix price increase, the promise of Google Plus, and the arrival of the European music streaming service, Spotify, in the U.S.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 9, 2011

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 22:24:31 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn discusses the forthcoming iTunes Match feature, part of Apple’s iCloud, which allows you to store up to 25,000 of your songs online for $25 per year; Laptop magazine’s Online Editorial Director, Avram Piltch, compares Google Plus with Facebook, introduces Windows 8, and explains why many people don't need a tablet computer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 2, 2011

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 22:33:25 -0700

Outspoken commentator Peter Cohen, co-host of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, comes out swinging about the silly speculation over an Apple patent that may create an iPhone camera kill switch; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes offers yet another reality check about Apple patent filings; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus presents his personal slant about the controversy over Final Cut Pro X.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 25, 2011

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 22:17:37 -0700

The Loop's Jim Dalrymple and Macworld editor Lex Friedman discuss Apple's new, all-encompassing touchscreen patents and what that means to the company's competitors. Security guru Rich Mogull talks about cyber criminals, their efforts to hack government and financial institution sites, and gives you sage advice on protecting yourself.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 18, 2011

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 22:30:35 -0700

Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, talks about Apple’s recent legal skirmishes over trademarks and intellectual property, and the ongoing problems with the Google Android OS, Chrome OS, and Microsoft. Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, has some issues with Microsoft and Google.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 11, 2011

Sat, 11 Jun 2011 22:16:47 -0700

We discuss Apple’s triple-header of announcements at the Worldwide Developer’s Conference with Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, and Peter Cohen, co-host of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop. Author and commentator Steven Levy discusses his new book, profiling Google, entitled “In The Plex."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 4, 2011

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 22:25:37 -0700

We will discuss Apple’s growing malware problem, possible announcements to come at the WWDC event, and Microsoft’s ongoing problems being taken seriously with their mobile platform. Our guests include author and commentator Kirk McElhearn and Macworld writer Lex Friedman.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 28, 2011

Sat, 28 May 2011 22:15:18 -0700

A Web hosting update from Oliver Mauss, CEO of 1&1 Internet; the latest gear from Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen; GroupLogic Product Manager Brian Ulmer introduces mobileEcho, an iPad file sharing app; for news about a potential Mac malware threat that even Apple takes seriously, you’ll hear from noted author and commentator Ted Landau.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 21, 2011

Sat, 21 May 2011 13:32:32 -0700

We explore the ongoing problems with Google’s mobile platform, which includes the Android OS and the Chrome OS, and Research In Motion’s BlackBerry PlayBook. Featured guests include: Peter Cohen, co-host of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director of Laptop magazine, and cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 14, 2011

Sat, 14 May 2011 22:28:40 -0700

Macworld’s Lex Friedman discusses Microsoft’s decision to acquire Skype; noted industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, provides further insights into this unexpected merger announcement; discover Apple's well-known database app, FileMaker Pro, with Ryan Rosenberg, the company’s VP of marketing and services. He will also offer case histories of how this database app is used in the real world, such as managing a rock and roll concert.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 7, 2011

Sat, 07 May 2011 22:25:40 -0700

We discuss a new potential malware threat on the Mac with commentator Kirk McElhearn, and author Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books; Kyle Wiens, from iFixit, tells you what they learned after tearing down a new iMac; Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell discusses the new all-in-one desktop computer's pro features.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 30, 2011

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 22:13:13 -0700

We discuss the brouhaha that erupted over a certain tracking file that was discovered on iPhones, and 3G-equipped iPads, which allegedly followed your movements even when the Location feature was switched off. Our guests include cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, and Dan Moren, Senior Editor for Macworld; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus presents an Apple Inc. update.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 23, 2011

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 22:27:02 -0700

We present security expert John Sileo, author of "The Smartphone Survival Guide." Peter Cohen, co-host of the"Angry Mac Bastards" radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, offers his unvarnished views about Apple's stellar financials; industry analyst Stephen Baker, of the NPD Group, provides insights into Apple's financials and other topics.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 16, 2011

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 22:22:03 -0700

Columnist Jim Dalrymple, of The Loop, speculates about the next iPhone; security expert Rich Mogull on whether it's possible for the U.S. government to shutter the Internet in times of a national crisis; Laptop magazine’s Online Editorial Director, Avram Piltch, discusses the troubles at RIM.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 9, 2011

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 14:58:23 -0700

Featured this week: Writer Joe Kissell talks about maintaining your Mac; Karen Combs, from Cisco, introduces their new "E" lineup of routers; Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell joins us to talk about responsible reviewing of Macs and other tech gear, with an emphasis on Consumer Reports.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 2, 2011

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 22:25:41 -0700

Industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, talks about the proposed merger between AT&T and T-Mobile; Mac|Life Online Editor Roberto Baldwin gives you a heads up on current Apple Inc. news and views; outspoken columnist Joe Wilcox explains why he doesn't expect to have to kiss the feet of Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 26, 2011

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 22:12:40 -0700

John Martellaro, from The Mac Observer, participates in a fascinating discussion about corporate values; Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, discusses his experiences with a Verizon iPhone; Sascha Segan, Lead Mobile Analyst for PCMag.com, tells you why he’s not in favor of the AT&T/T-Mobile merger.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 19, 2011

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 09:10:18 -0700

We are joined by Steve “Mr. Gadget” Kruschen, who will regale us with the latest and greatest tech gear; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Moren brings us up to date on Apple Inc. news and views; from Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith, you’ll learn the latest test results of the iPad 2 and MacBook Pros.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 12, 2011

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 23:26:34 -0700

We explore the arrival of Apple's iPad 2, and examine some potential competitors. Our guests include: Peter Cohen, co-host of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and Executive Editor for The Loop, Lance Ulanoff, Editor-in-Chief of PCMag.com, and Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director for Laptop magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 5, 2011

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 23:14:25 -0700

The Mac Observer’s John Martellaro joins us to discuss the iPad 2; from his home in France, author and commentator Kirk McElhearn offers his reactions to the iPad 2 intro as well; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, offers a reality check on how the iPad 2 stacks up against competing tablets.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 26, 2011

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 23:27:11 -0700

Rob Pegoraro, the personal technology columnist for the Washington Post, on why the Internet is running out of IP numbers; Avram Piltch, Online Editorial Director for Laptop magazine, profiles the recent Mobile World Congress in Barcelona; The Loop’s Jim Dalrymple discusses the nuts and bolts of Apple’s updated MacBook Pro lineup, and the latest news about Mac OS X Lion.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 19, 2011

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 01:04:40 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider, explains why he bought a Verizon iPhone and discusses the Microsoft/Nokia mobile platform deal; author and commentator Kirk McElhearn discusses Apple’s new in-app subscription service.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 12, 2011

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 23:32:17 -0700

Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, discusses cloud computing, problems with News Corporation's The Daily interactive newspaper for the iPad, and the Macworld Expo; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus reviews some of the best products featured at the Expo.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 5, 2011

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 23:26:29 -0700

Our topic list includes debut of the iPhone on the Verizon Wireless network, the arrival of News Corporation’s The Daily on the iPad, and the Macworld Expo. Guests include columnist Ted Landau, Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes, and Peter Cohen, from the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show and The Loop.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 29, 2011

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 23:27:07 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn on the Mac App Store: columnist John Martellaro, of The Mac Observer, offers insights on why Apple will prosper even if Steve Jobs leaves the company; Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director from Laptop magazine, discusses wireless carrier tyranny.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 22, 2011

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 23:25:38 -0700

We explore the surprising decision by Apple CEO Steve Jobs to take another medical leave, of unknown duration, leaving COO Tim Cook in charge of the company’s day-to-day affairs. We also examine the meaning behind Apple’s record-breaking sales figures for the 2010 holiday quarter. Guests include industry analyst Stephen Baker, from the NPD Group, and cutting-edge columnist Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and AppleInsider.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 15, 2011

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 23:26:46 -0700

On this week’s all-star episode, we explore the impending arrival of the iPhone on the Verizon Wireless network, what it means for Apple customers, and whether current AT&T customers can expect a better deal. Along for the ride are Macworld's Dan Moren, The Loop's Peter Cohen, and Mac|Life's Nic Vargus.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 8, 2011

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 23:28:41 -0700

Author Joe Kissell joins Gene to talk about the myths and the reality of the paperless office; Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell brings you up to date on Apple’s new Mac App Store; Author and commentator Steven Levy, a Wired Magazine Senior Writer, talks about some of the announcements at the Consumer Electronics show.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 1, 2011

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 23:26:00 -0700

Gene spars with outspoken commentator Joe Wilcox on Google TV and Android OS smartphones; industry analyst Stephen Baker, of the NPD Group, looks at the hits and misses of 2010; consumer technology columnist Rob Pegoraro, of the Washington Post, separates the fact from the fiction on the controversial net neutrality issue.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 25, 2010

Sat, 25 Dec 2010 23:17:35 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn on the future of the Mac OS; information survival expert John Sileo reveals the best tips and tricks for online security; cutting-edge columnist, Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine,” with another fearless look at Apple's competition.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 18, 2010

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 23:45:38 -0700

Author Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, discusses the state of the Mac OS, and how things might change in the future; columnists Jim Dalrymple and Peter Cohen, from The Loop, have a spirited discussion that expands upon the state of the Mac OS, and where things are going in the personal computing universe.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 11, 2010

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 23:27:10 -0700

Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director from Laptop magazine, talks about some of the hits and misses for 2010; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes is on hand to discuss the magazine’s annual Eddy Awards; writer Rob Griffiths examines Microsoft Excel 2011 for the Mac and the newest apps from ManyTricks.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 4, 2010

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 23:28:48 -0700

Author Karen G. Anderson talks about her favorite offbeat iOS apps: discover 3D without the glasses with Stephen Blumenthal of 3DFusion; security guru Rich Mogull covers WikiLeaks and more; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus explains why he loved the MacBook Air he’s reviewed.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 27, 2010

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 23:17:48 -0700

Commentator Peter Cohen, co-host of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show, covers the tragic state of iPad killers, and the technologies and products that Apple has recently abandoned; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, provides another thought-provoking reality check about the failures of the Google Android mobile platform, and lots more.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 20, 2010

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 23:13:48 -0700

Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell talks about the stuff that Apple has given up; NPD Group vice president Stephen Baker discusses sales potential for tech gear this holiday season; author Kirk McElhearn on the arrival of The Beatles at iTunes.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 13, 2010

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 23:16:46 -0700

Rob Pegoraro, consumer tech columnist for the Washington Post, discusses Windows Phone 7, 3D TV, and more; Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith details the magazine's new Speedmark Mac test suite; get a holiday gear update from Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 6, 2010

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 22:12:51 -0700

Ray Aguilera, Reviews Editor for Mac|Life, exchanges some of his product evaluation war stories with Gene; John Martellaro, of The Mac Observer, focuses on Apple’s efforts to ditch yet another OS technology, Java, from the next version of Mac OS X, and his favorite email apps.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 30, 2010

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 22:14:26 -0700

We focus on the feedback about the forthcoming major revision to the Mac OS, 10.7, code-named Lion, along with the recent MacBook Air upgrade. Our guests include author and commentator Kirk McElhearn, and Avram Piltch, the Online Editorial Director from Laptop magazine; Christopher Hassett, CEO of AdelaVoice Corporation, discusses distracted driving and a new app known as StartTalking.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 23, 2010

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 22:15:13 -0700

Cutting-edge columnist Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, and Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS, discuss Apple's special "Back to the Mac" event, along with the new iOS-inspired features of Mac OS 10.7; Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, reviews Apple's record sales for the last quarter.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 16, 2010

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 22:14:53 -0700

Cutting-edge columnist Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, on the failures of the new Windows Mobile 7 platform; Edgar Matias, from Matias Products, discusses his latest keyboard products; Prolific author and commentator Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus speaks about the things Apple needs to fix in Mac OS X.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 9, 2010

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 22:13:09 -0700

iPhone basics, hints and trips from Karen G. Anderson, author of "Take Control of iPhone Basics, iOS 4 Edition"; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Moren comes on board to talk about Apple’s recent loss in an expensive patent lawsuit; commentator Peter Cohen, co-host of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show, discusses the possible Verizon version of the iPhone.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 2, 2010

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 22:13:28 -0700

We explore the recent changes in Apple’s App Store approval process, and some of the critical shortcomings of the Android OS that the tech media rarely discusses. Our guests include tech columnists Andy Ihnatko, from the Chicago Sun-Times and Rob Pegoraro, from the Washington Post; a primer on Web hosting from long-time hosting executive Denis Motova.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 25, 2010

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:07:37 -0700

Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes on the 10th anniversary of the Mac OS X Public Beta: Avram Piltch, Online Editor for Laptop magazine, discusses buying a laptop; Lance Ulanoff, Editor-in-Chief of PCMag.com, explains why Windows users need to abandon Windows XP as soon as possible.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 18, 2010

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 13:21:28 -0700

We examine the ins and outs of iTunes 10 for the Mac and PC with author and commentator Kirk McElhearn; commentator Joe Wilcox on what’s wrong with the recent market share gains recorded for Microsoft’s Bing; Jim Dalrymple, of The Loop, on the changes Apple made to App Store guidelines.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 11, 2010

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 22:13:02 -0700

We again visit the aftermath of Apple’s media event, which featured the introduction of new iPods and a totally redesigned Apple TV. We also focus on Apple’s surprise decision, this past week, to update the rules of the road for the Apps Store. Guests include Nic Vargus, Associate Editor for Mac|Life, Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS, and Avram Piltch, online editor for Laptop magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 4, 2010

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 22:16:07 -0700

We focus the entire episode on Apple’s special media event, where they introduced new versions of the iPod shuffle, the iPod nano and the iPod touch, along with iTunes 10 and the long-awaited upgrade for Apple TV in a new form factor. Guests include commentators Kirk McElhearn, John Martellaro, and Ted Landau.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 28, 2010

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 22:18:09 -0700

Avram Piltch, online editor for Laptop magazine, says that Adobe Flash performs badly on mobile platforms; Matt Mullenweg, one of the creators of the popular WordPress blogging platform; noted Mac author and commentator Ted Landau discusses the prospects for a new Apple TV.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 21, 2010

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:09:37 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn discusses Bento, a consumer-level database app, and WordPress, the world-famous blogging platform; commentator Peter Cohen talks about the problems with gaming on the Mac platform, and whether the situation is poised to improve.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 14, 2010

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 22:10:33 -0700

Columnist Jim Dalrymple discusses the departure of Apple iPhone executive Mark Papermaster; industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group; Microsoft’s Amanda Lefebvre outlines the new features in Office 2011 for the Mac; author Joe Kissell talks about working on the iPad.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 7, 2010

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 22:09:33 -0700

Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes reviews Apple's Magic Trackpad; Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith reports on the performance of the new iMacs; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, discusses the recent security lapses of the Android OS, and wonders whether it’s time for Steve Ballmer to leave Microsoft.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 31, 2010

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 22:09:12 -0700

Macworld Senior Editor Dan Moren on the impact of the new DCMA ruling that lets you legally unlock your iPhone; Social Media Evangelist Olga Antoniuk talks about MacKeeper; Columnist Kirk McElhearn discusses the future of the iPod; Washington Post columnist Rob Pegoraro covers broadband choices, the missing white iPhone, and the future of Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 24, 2010

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:10:40 -0700

The fallout from the Antennagate brouhaha and Apple’s stellar financials are front and center with two of our guests. You’ll hear from commentator Peter Cohen, of the “Angry Mac Bastards” radio show, and Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell; security guru Rich Mogull discusses a serious bug affecting Internet routers.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 17, 2010

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 22:11:13 -0700

It’s not quite all “Antennagate” all the time, but we do present a broad perspective on the reasons behind the iPhone 4 antenna uproar and whether the solutions actually work, featuring Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, and John Martellaro, from The Mac Observer; also Robb Moore, CEO of ioSafe.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 10, 2010

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 22:11:48 -0700

We present Mac|Life Senior Editor Susie Ochs to cover the latest and greatest Apple Inc. news; Lance Ulanoff, Editor-in-Chief of PCMag.com, returns to discuss the facts surrounding the iPhone 4 antenna problem; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus comes aboard to talk about his newest book, “iPhone 4 for Dummies.”

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 1, 2010

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 20:07:36 -0700

We discuss the alleged antenna issues affecting the iPhone 4, those possible class-action lawsuits, the recent Mac mini update and lots more with Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes, and Peter Cohen, co-host of the "Angry Mac Bastards" radio show; Stephen Baker of The NPD Group on tech industry sales trends.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 24, 2010

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:57:17 -0700

Veteran Mac commentator Ted Landau explains why Apple hasn’t changed the basic look of new Macs in recent years; columnist Kirk McElhearn, a fan of mystery and science fiction novels, explains why he likes Apple’s iBooks ebook reading app; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Moren presents his detailed analysis of iOS 4.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 17, 2010

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:09:31 -0700

We return to the WWDC and last week’s official launch of iPhone 4 and iOS 4 with columnist Jim Dalrymple, from The Loop, and cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine; Opera version 10.60 profiled by Web evangelist Molly E. Holzschlag, who also explains what HTML 5 is all about.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 10, 2010

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 18:49:03 -0700

The Night Owl and our team of guest experts explore the announcements that emerged from Apple’s WWDC keynote. Along for the ride are Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS and Take Control Books, industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, and Peter Cohen, one of the “Angry Mac Bastards.”

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 3, 2010

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 20:08:14 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn rants about cable clutter and possible solutions to the “rats nest” behind your computer and below your desk; Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell will be on hand to explain why he feels that Apple must seriously consider opening the iPhone platform. He’ll also deliver his fearless reactions to the last TV season in the U.S. along with his expectations for summer and fall.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 27, 2010

Thu, 27 May 2010 20:09:33 -0700

“Angry Mac Bastard” Peter Cohen joins us to gives you his unvarnished views on the DOJ investigation into Apple’s iTunes business practices; Steve “Mr. Gadget” Kruschen delivers “dads and grads” gear; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, speaks out about the potential announcements at Apple’s WWDC, the problems with Google, Flash and lots more.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 20, 2010

Thu, 20 May 2010 20:10:10 -0700

Noted security guru Rich Mogull weighs in on Google, Facebook and Twitter security; Macworld’s Dan Moren brings you up to date on the ongoing soap opera about a certain iPhone 4G prototype recovered by an online blogger publication, based on the recently unveiled information provided in a search warrant request by California law enforcement authorities.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 13, 2010

Thu, 13 May 2010 20:06:47 -0700

Prolific author Joe Kissell discusses his latest ebooks from the Take Control Books series covering Apple Mail and protecting yourself from spam; Rob-ART Morgan, from BareFeats, presents his latest system benchmarks; cutting edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, delivers an update on the ongoing war between Apple and Adobe over Flash.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 6, 2010

Thu, 06 May 2010 20:06:25 -0700

We explore the strange story about the U.S. government’s alleged inquiry into the affairs of Apple Inc. in the wake of the change in the iPhone developers agreement that effectively blocks use of Flash to port iPhone apps. Along for the ride are Peter Cohen, from The Loop, and Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS and Take Control Books.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 29, 2010

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:06:51 -0700

Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith presents the results of their tests of the latest MacBook Pros; Opera Software’s Thomas Ford gives you the details about the final release of the Mac version of Opera; Gordon Bell, from Prosoft Engineering; Macworld’s Dan Moren presents a detailed account of the strange affair involving the discovery of a “misplaced” iPhone prototype.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 22, 2010

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:04:55 -0700

Steve “Mr. Gadget” Kruschen tells you about his cordless phone “epiphany” and then reveals a new super-fast broadband technology; industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, analyzes Apple’s sales; Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths discusses that alleged iPhone prototype that ended up in the hands of a tech publication.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 15, 2010

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:07:39 -0700

Columnist Kirk McElhearn gives you his hands-on iPad experiences, including a direct comparison with the Amazon Kindle; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, is on hand to address those rumors that Adobe is poised to sue Apple over Flash and iPhone 4.0.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 8, 2010

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:07:24 -0700

Kyle Wiens, from iFixit, takes the iPad apart in a virtual fashion; Microsoft’s Amanda Lefebvre reveals the inside details of the forthcoming Office 2011 for the Mac; Adam Engst, from TidBITS and Take Control Books, details his expert hands-on experience with the iPad and evaluates the new features in the upcoming iPhone 4.0 upgrade.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 1, 2010

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 20:07:15 -0700

Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell talks about the impending arrival of the iPad and the hits and misses for the TV season; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, joins us to clear up some of the common iPad misconceptions.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 25, 2010

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:06:12 -0700

On this week’s all-star episode, John Martellaro, Senior Editor, Analysis & Reviews for The Mac Observer, joins us to talk about those pithy one-liner emails from Steve Jobs; John Gruber, from Daring Fireball, gives us a clear reality check on the Apple versus HTC patent lawsuit and what it means to the two parties — and Microsoft.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 18, 2010

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:50:27 -0700

Commentator Kirk McElhearn sounds off on what he feels are those questionable preliminary sales reports on the iPad; Gene spars with tech writer Joe Wilcox in a spirited discussion about Apple, Google and Microsoft; security guru Rich Mogull is on hand to explain how to protect yourself against online predators.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 11, 2010

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:53:41 -0700

Commentator Jim Dalrymple, from The Loop, comes onboard to explain why he was wrong about the potential failure of Macworld 2010, the ongoing controversy over Apple’s App Store approval policies and more; Paul Curthoys, Editor-in-Chief for Mac|Life, joins us for a wide-ranging discussion about his experiences with the original NeXT operating system, his iPad encounter, and other subjects.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 4, 2010

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:07:09 -0700

Author and commentator Ted Landau is on hand to talk about the ongoing controversy over Apple’s allegedly arbitrary policies in reviewing software for the App Store; Opera’s Patrick H. Lauke talks about Opera 10.50; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, dissects Apple’s patent infringement lawsuit against HTC, a rival smartphone maker.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 25, 2010

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:07:18 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn tells you why he’s working hard to banish Google from his Macs; that very subject is also covered by Adam Engst of TidBITS; Lee Givens, an AOL Mac product manager, tells you about some of the service’s future plans, and describes their newest application updates for the Mac and iPhone.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 18, 2010

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:07:50 -0700

We discuss Macworld Expo and how it fared without Apple’s presence and the forthcoming Microsoft Office 2010 for the Mac. The iPad and Mac virtual machine software are also front and center. Guests include: author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus, MacworldSenior Editor Rob Griffiths, and Bill Palmer, editor of "Beatweek" magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 11, 2010

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:07:46 -0700

It’s all iPad once again at least part of the time. Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of “Roughly Drafted Magazine,” says the iPad’s critics just don’t get it; columnist Peter Cohen, of The Loop, describes some of the reasons why he's buying an iPad; author Joe Kissell discusses his new book, “Mac Security Bible.”

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 4, 2010

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:06:38 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn tells you what he likes about the iPad; veteran industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, discusses tech industry trends and how the iPad stacks up against potential rivals; Washington Post personal technology columnist Rob Pegoraro gives you his first-hand impressions of the iPad.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 28, 2010

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:10:42 -0700

We explore Apple’s brand spanking new iPad tablet computer and the state of Mac and PC security. The security front is covered by expert Rich Mogull and then by Alan Oppenheimer of Open Door Networks. David Biedny focuses razor sharp on the good points of Apple’s iPad and some of the significant features that it’s lacking.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 21, 2010

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:06:32 -0700

Tech commentator Joe Wilcox explains why Windows users should dump Internet Explorer; keyboard manufacturer Edgar Matias presents a fascinating history of keyboard design; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, gives you a realistic picture of the potential of Apple’s highly anticipated tablet computer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 14, 2010

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 21:06:49 -0700

Stephen Baker, vice president of industry analysis for The NPD Group, talks about 3D TV and other hot gear; Jim Dalrymple, from The Loop, discusses the Apple universe; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes reveals the most interesting products he saw at the Consumer Electronics Show and his expectations for an Apple tablet computer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 7, 2010

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:06:35 -0700

The history of the right click with Joe Kissell; Paul Kent, General Manager of the Macworld Expo, details the plans for their 2010 event; Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths answers the inevitable Apple tablet question, explains why he still can’t stand glossy screens on his Macs and reveals his verdict on the latest versions of those Mac virtual machine apps.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 31, 2009

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:06:36 -0700

David Biedny with more on the forthcoming Apple tablet computer and his reactions to the Apple and Nokia lawsuits; Opera’s Thomas Ford joins us to introduce version 10.5 of the browser; commentator Kirk McElhearn delivers his own reactions to an Apple tablet computer and why computer speed no longer matters to most people.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 24, 2009

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 21:07:19 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, discusses some of the bone-headed comments made about Apple over the past year; David Biedny observes the 20th anniversary of Adobe Photoshop; Josh Kaplan, President of RESCUECOM, a nationwide service provider, about Apple's latest achievements in a recent repair reliability survey.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 17, 2009

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:07:02 -0700

Adam Engst, of TidBITS and Take Control Books, joins us for a special year-end discussion; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus is on hand to tell us that, as much as he loves the new 27-inch quad-core iMac, he still prefers a Mac Pro. He'll also discuss one of his favorite products from the App Store.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 10, 2009

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:07:05 -0700

John Martellaro, Senior Editor Analysis and Reviews for The Mac Observer, discusses whether the quad-core iMac is a potential Mac Pro replacement and whether Apple will make a large screen TV; Macworld’s Jason Snell talks about the iMac/Mac Pro equation, Google's Chrome browser for the Mac and other subjects.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 3, 2009

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:22:52 -0700

Cutting edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, ruminates over the iPhone, the App Store, Google Android and Google’s Chrome OS; author and Mac troubleshooting guru Ted Landau talks about the fate of the Mac Pro and the iPhone App Store controversy.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 26, 2009

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 20:52:09 -0700

Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths discusses the fate of the Mac Pro now that the quad-core iMac is as fast or faster in the magazine’s Speedmark 6 benchmark suite; VMWare’s Pat Lee introduces version 3.0 of VMWare Fusion; Opera’s Thomas Ford presents Opera Unite!; Kyle Wiens from iFixit will tell you the results of his teardown of the new iMac.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 19, 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:07:28 -0700

A ”David Biedny Zone” encore, where our Special Correspondent discusses Adobe’s apparent inability to cater to the consumer market; Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS, talks about a genuine iPhone virus; Kirk McElhearn discusses his broken iPod, problems with upgrading his Apple TV and why he sent back his Amazon Kindle ebook reader after using for just a few days.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 12, 2009

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:46:28 -0700

Rob Pegoraro, Consumer Technology Columnist for The Washington Post, pits Windows 7 against Snow Leopard; columnist Peter Cohen from The Loop; we enter “The David Biedny Zone,” where our Special Correspondent discusses the Verizon Droid versus the iPhone and lots more.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 5, 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:08:32 -0700

Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith joins us to discuss the magazine’s test results on the latest and greatest Macs; Steve “Mr. Gadget” Kruschen offers his unvarnished impressions of Windows 7 compared to Snow Leopard, and then reports on his favorite gadgets for the coming holiday season. In fact, he’ll even include a vacuum cleaner in this special product roundup.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 29, 2009

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:10:05 -0700

Cutting-edge tech commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, returns to talk about Microsoft’s feeble attempts to make Windows 7 warm and fuzzy; Ryan Griggs, of FileMaker, discusses their Bento database app; Elgato’s Mike Evangelist brings you up to date on their lineup of TV tuner products.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 22, 2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:08:36 -0700

We focus directly on Apple’s stellar earnings report and the latest and greatest Mac hardware. Along for the ride are Macworld’s Jason Snell, Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS and author and commentator Kirk McElhearn. In addition, Jason, who moonlights as a TV writer, will discuss what he likes and doesn’t like about the current season. Adam will give his feelings now that 1,000 issues of TidBITS have been published.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 15, 2009

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:07:38 -0700

David Stillman, of Strider Software, talks about the Mac OS X version of TypeStyler: Roxio product manager Patrick Nugent introduces Popcorn 4; David Biedny laughs himself silly about those absurd Windows 7 house parties and presents his favorite application of the month.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 8, 2009

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:49:54 -0700

We discuss Adobe Flash, focusing on the lack of support in the iPhone, and the fact that a new version is being offered to other mobile platforms, with cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, and Macworld’s Rob Griffiths; Albin Holmqvist, an Art Director and Designer for a major European art studio, Vasava.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 1, 2009

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:11:11 -0700

Commentator Kirk McElhearn examines iTunes 9; former Macworld editors Jim Dalrymple and Peter Cohen talk about their new Apple news and views site, The Loop, and the rumors about an Apple tablet computer; Omer Faiyaz, from Disk Doctors, discusses recovering lost or damaged files from your hard drive.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 24, 2009

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:05:43 -0700

David Biedny talks about the Mac Apple won't build and possibly defective Mac notebook audio jacks; Kyle Wiens, from iFixit, discusses his teardowns of the Zune HD and new iPods; Bez Palmer of freefreehand.org, on saving FreeHand.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 17, 2009

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:56:43 -0700

Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS, talks about the strange problems affecting Mac Superdrives; Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, discusses the Microsoft Zune HD and new iPods; Oliver Mauss, CEO of 1&1 Internet, on why many small businesses aren't online.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 10, 2009

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:10:55 -0700

Apple's special music-related media event is examined by author and commentator Kirk McElhearn and noted industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group; Michelle Greer, of Namecheap, tells you what you need to know about registering a domain and hosting your site.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sept 3, 2009

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:11:16 -0700

Snow Leopard is front and center again, but we’ll also give Windows 7 its due. Our featured guests include prolific author Joe Kissell and Rob Pegoraro, consumer technology columnist for the Washington Post; security guru Rich Mogull details the effectiveness of Snow Leopard's security features.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 27, 2009

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:10:30 -0700

Snow Leopard is shipping this week, and the tech media is already busy writing reviews about Apple’s latest system upgrade. In that tradition, we present Galen Gruman, Executive Editor of InfoWorld and cutting-edge columnist Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine; Thomas Ford, from Opera, discusses new features, including a major interface redesign, for Opera 10.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 20, 2009

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:15:14 -0700

David Pogue, from The New York Times, discusses his latest book, "The World According to Twitter," and lots of other stuff; a Mac update from the inimitable Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus; David Biedny examines the death of PowerPC apps and a great new iPhone app that he has devoted hours to in recent weeks.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 13, 2009

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:11:08 -0700

Author Kirk McElhearn rants about the difficulties getting an English license for Adobe’s Creative Suite software in France; Matthew Dornquast discusses the company’s CrashPlan automatic backup solution; TidBITS Editor/Publisher Adam Engst on Microsoft's loss in a patent lawsuit that may prevent them from selling Word.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 6, 2009

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:10:25 -0700

Tech commentator and former industry analyst Joe Wilcox explores the ins and outs of the infamous Ya-Bing (Microsoft/Yahoo) deal; receive a security update from noted guru Rich Mogull; Macworld’ Peter Cohen, the Game Room guy, discusses the departure of Google's CEO from Apple's Board and other hot topics.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 30, 2009

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:12:09 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, on the dimming prospects for Windows 7, netbooks, the possibilities for an Apple-based tablet computer and lots more; we enter “The David Biedny Zone,” where our Special Correspondent talks about Moore’s Law, Microsoft’s failing prospects, the possibilities for an iTablet and Apple's latest Logic Studio recording studio suite.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 23, 2009

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:13:55 -0700

We explore Apple’s financials and the record sales and profits they reported for a non-holiday quarter. These results stand in clear contrast to Microsoft’s declining fortunes, where they suffered the first full-year drop in sales since 1986. Along for the ride are Jason Snell from Macworld and Stephen Baker from the NPD Group; Macworld’s Dan Frakes discusses his new HackinBook.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 16, 2009

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:37:29 -0700

We return to “The David Biedny Zone” to explore Microsoft's Bing, netbooks, cloud computing and other fancy stuff; author and commentator Kirk McElhearn is on hand to bring you up to date on his transition from a Mac Pro to a Mac mini. He’ll also talk about a surprisingly favorable support experience with — believe it or not — Dell!

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 9, 2009

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 20:11:56 -0700

We explore the strange efforts by Mozilla, publishers of Firefox, and Opera to standardize on an obsolete method to present online video content with Daniel Eran Dilger of Roughly Drafted Magazine; industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, explores the uptick in the sales of new Macs and other industry trends; author and commentator Ted Landau with an iPhone update.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE July 2, 2009

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:07:24 -0700

Ray Barber of prmac.com; an Apple Inc. update from Jim Dalrymple, who is now a reporter at CNET; direct from Macworld’s famous test labs, we have the director of the facility, Jim Galbraith, who details the strange test results they’ve obtained from the latest version of the MacBook Air.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE June 25, 2009

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:10:08 -0700

We explore Apple’s late delivery of a critical Java security fix with security guru Rich Mogull; IMAP email explained by prolific author Joe Kissell; the latest news and views from the Apple Inc. universe and an iPhone and Mac gaming update from Macworld’s Peter Cohen.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE June 18, 2009

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:07:47 -0700

Another WWDC session featuring cutting-edge columnist Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine and our outspoken Special Correspondent, David Biedny. You also discover a new online meeting solution for Mac and PC users from Andrew Donnelly, of BeamYourScreen.com.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE June 11, 2009

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:18:29 -0700

We explore the assorted developments at this week’s WWDC with author and commentator Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS and PCMag.com’s Lance Ulanoff; Justin Sanderson of MyService.com talks about fixing your Mac; Lee Givens, Mac product manager for AOL.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE June 4, 2009

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:07:49 -0700

Prolific author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus; commentator Kirk McElhearn returns for an encore appearance, as he presents an update on his efforts to downsize his Mac hardware by switching from a Mac Pro to a Mac mini; Opera 10 software interface designer Jon Hicks.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 28, 2009

Thu, 28 May 2009 20:07:21 -0700

We explore the failure of Psystar, a company building Mac OS clones that was confronting a lawsuit from Apple, and other hot topics with Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS and commentator and David Biedny; Product Manager Patrick Nugent, of Roxio, on their new VHS to DVD dubbing app.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 21, 2009

Thu, 21 May 2009 18:55:20 -0700

Nationally-syndicated tech writer and talk show host, Craig Crossman, from the Computer America radio show; author and commentator Kirk McElhearn discusses the care and feeding of hard drives; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, on the prospects for Windows 7.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 14, 2009

Thu, 14 May 2009 20:08:25 -0700

Security guru Rich Mogull explores cybersecurity and the current security situation on your Mac; composer and musician Jeff Tolbert discusses his latest Take Control ebooks on exploring GarageBand; with Mac OS 10.5.7 now out, Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths reports on the things you didn’t know about the latest Leopard update.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 7, 2009

Thu, 07 May 2009 20:07:10 -0700

We explore Amazon’s new Kindle DX ebook reader and its impact on the publishing industry with David Biedny and Adam Engst, editor/publisher of TidBITS; Steve “Mr. Gadget” Kruschen discusses the coolest affordable gear, including some cheap high definition camcorders.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 30, 2009

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:47:43 -0700

Rob Pegoraro, consumer technology columnist for the Washington Post, with updates on the tech universe; Macworld’s Peter Cohen discusses Apple's sales picture and the prospects for an Apple netbook; David Randall, editor of MacRevu.com, on the past and future of Mac magazines.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 23, 2009

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:24:08 -0700

Cool stuff from Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus; industry analyst Stephen Baker, of the NPD Group, reports on the meaning behind the latest Apple quarterly financials; Ted Landau, author of “Take Control of Your iPhone,” discusses the new features in the forthcoming iPhone 3.0 update.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 16, 2009

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:07:31 -0700

David Biedny talks turkey about Microsoft’s downhill slide and some unheralded 3D software; author and publisher Adam Engst, of TidBITS, is on hand to tell you the things Apple didn’t reveal about the recent iPhoto 8.0.2 update.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 9, 2009

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:06:51 -0700

Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell discusses the iPhone 3.0 software, netbooks, and sci-fi TV shows; Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes explains how to choose the right input device for your Mac or PC, and industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, tells you how tech gear sales have been going so far this year.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 2, 2009

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:28:05 -0700

Macworld’s Peter Cohen speaks on the future of Macworld Expo and the significance of the iPhone 3.0 SDK; Paul Kent, Vice President and General Manager for Macworld Expo; security expert Kirk McElhearn on the rumors and reality of the Conficker worm.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 26, 2009

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:07:23 -0700

PCMag.com’s Lance Ulanoff explains his children were “assimilated” by Apple’s iPod and iPhone; Joe Kissell, author of “Take Control of the Mac Command Line with Terminal”; Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith presents the newest Mac benchmarks.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 19, 2009

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 20:10:39 -0700

David Biedny speaks on using computers for creating and not just consuming; author Kirk McElhearn discusses iTunes 8.1; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, tells you what you need to know about the iPhone 3.0 SDK.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 12, 2009

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 20:08:14 -0700

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus talks about the new iPod shuffle, glossy displays and other matters; Macworld's Rob Griffiths explains why he hates glossy screens and won't tolerate one; Andrew Donnelly introduces Mikogo, a free screen sharing app for Mac and PC users.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 5, 2009

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 21:10:51 -0700

AOL's Mac product manager, Lee Givens, introduces AIM 2.0 for the iPhone; TidBITS writer Doug McLean profiles the recently released Safari 4.0 beta; Macworld's Jim Dalrymple discusses his band's upcoming album and Apple's new product announcements.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 26, 2009

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:12:38 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, reports on Apple's shareholders meeting; a positive support encounter from author Kirk McElhearn; an Apple update with Macworld's Peter Cohen, who writes their "Game Room" column.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 19, 2009

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:09:57 -0700

Ted Landau, author of "Take Control of Your iPhone," which is now in its second edition; PCMag.com's Lance Ulanoff discusses the miracle of putting a TV set on a contact lens; the history of dictation software with Andrew Taylor, founder and CEO of MacSpeech.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 12, 2009

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 14:12:26 -0700

The Night Owl enters "The David Biedny Zone," where our Special Correspondent speaks on ebooks and reality and lots more; Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell on Amazon's second-generation Kindle ebook reader and news and views from the Apple universe.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 5, 2009

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 21:14:48 -0700

Consumer electronics sales and trends for the last quarter and for 2009 with industry with analyst Ross Rubin of the NPD Group; Timothy Dick, co-founder of VOIPo; Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS, comes on board to look at the state of the Apple Inc.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 29, 2009

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 21:11:50 -0700

The latest Mac news and views, including a gaming update, with Macworld's Peter Cohen; hear a special security update from David Setzer, CEO of Mailprotector, and Mac columnist Kirk McElhearn; Macworld's Rob Griffiths delivers rants and raves about glossy screens.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 22, 2009

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:15:13 -0700

Discover the coolest tech coolest gear for 2009 with Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen and veteran Mac author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus. AOL's Mac product manager, Lee Givens, discusses his historic collection of older Macs and the company's latest iPhone software.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 15, 2009

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:50:57 -0700

TidBITS editor/publisher Adam Engst, columnist Kirk McElhearn and Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell, present their views about the future of Apple with and without Steve Jobs at the helm; security guru Rich Mogull discusses potential cyber-security threats.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 8, 2009

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:50:57 -0700

News and views on the last Apple Macworld Expo keynote delivered by VP Philip Schiller. Hear commentators David Biedny, Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, and columnist Kirk McElhearn; Adobe's Chad Siegel, Group Product Manager, Design Segment.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 1, 2009

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 13:39:58 -0700

The Night Owl presents news and views about the tech universe for 2008 and some fearless predictions for 2009. Featured guests include Ace Mac troubleshooter Ted Landau, Macworld Senior Editor Jim Dalrymple and Mac security expert Kirk McElhearn.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 25, 2008

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 13:52:56 -0700

The Night Owl reviews the Apple universe for 2008, and explores the prospects for 2009. Hear expert commentary from Macworld Senior Editor Peter Cohen, who also runs the magazine's Game Room, Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus, and Bill Palmer of iProng magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 18, 2008

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:14:14 -0700

Does Apple's decision to abandon the Macworld Expo after the 2009 conference signal the end of that venerable trade show? Hear from David Biedny and TidBITS editor/publisher Adam Engst; analyst Rich Mogull with a Mac security update.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 11, 2008

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:14:42 -0700

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus on frivolous lawsuits and other stuff; Philip Gronvold, US Manager Business Development for Opera Software; Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith discusses the latest tests of Apple's 24-inch LED display and the newest Mac notebooks.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 4, 2008

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:10:15 -0700

TidBITS editor/publisher Adam Engst returns to talk about whether Mac users need to install virus protection software; Ian Schray, from Softpress, describes the latest versions of their award-winning Web authoring software; Michael Lowdermilk from FastMac.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 27, 2008

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:26:30 -0700

Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen regales us with a number of great finds in tech gear for the holidays; security aficionado Kirk McElhearn speaks more about Safari's new phishing protection; Macworld Senior Editor Peter Cohen tells you why he wants a Mac netbook.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 20, 2008

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:43:56 -0700

Frederick Johnson, product marketing manager for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, and David Biedny; security researcher Rich Mogull; Ross Howe, from mStation and Mophie, discusses the "juice pack"; Brian Floe, who runs MyAppleSpace.com.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 13, 2008

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:07:58 -0700

"The David Biedny Zone" holds forth on Apple's CEO succession plans and cool, cheap stuff for recording music on your Mac; Parallels Desktop 4.0 described by product evangelist Rawee Kambhiranond; tech industry analyst Ross Rubin from the NPD Group.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 6, 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:11:08 -0700

Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell joins us to talk about choosing the best keyboard and mouse for your computer and the features Apple dropped from the new MacBook; prolific author and commentator Joe Kissell discusses Apple's MobileMe Web services.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 30, 2008

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:11:26 -0700

"The David Biedny Zone" presents an insightful look at the real history of personal computers starting with the original Apple II; Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths rants about glossy screens and Mac OS X Leopard shortcomings; John Larish, author of "Silver to Silicon."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 23, 2008

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:11:22 -0700

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus returns to discuss his review of Apple's newest MacBook Pro; Stephen Becker, an analyst with the NPD Group, dissects Apple's Apple's quarterly financials; commentator Kirk McElhearn reports on his encounter with a "toxic" Mac Pro.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 16, 2008

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:37:34 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, talks about the products that Apple shouldn't build; Peter Cohen, Macworld's Game Room columnist; Evan Gross, from Rainmaker Research, Inc., author of Spell Catcher.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 9, 2008

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:17:57 -0700

Return to "The David Biedny Zone" for more new features in Adobe Creative Suite CS4; Ross Rubin, an industry analyst with the NPD Group, presents penetrating insights about sales prospects for consumer gear; profile of Opera 9.6 Web browser from Nuno Sitima.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 2, 2008

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:50:57 -0700

"The David Biedny Zone" reveals the secrets of Adobe Photoshop CS4; cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, from Roughly Drafted Magazine, explains why certain iPhone applications were rejected by Apple; intellectual property attorney Arthur Shaffer.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 25, 2008

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:57:41 -0700

Author and commentator Adam Engst, publisher of TidBITS and Take Control Books, commentator Kirk McElhearn and Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes discuss the recent iPod refresh updates, prospects for Apple's "major product transition" and lots more.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 18, 2008

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:08:15 -0700

Tech industry analyst Ross Rubin from the NPD Group; web guru Denis Motova, of HostICan, discusses managed hosting; the legalities of stock photos with Kelly Thompson, of iStockphoto; security expert Rich Mogull talks about recent Apple security updates.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 11, 2008

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:02:09 -0700

Explore Apple's latest music-related announcements in "The David Biedny Zone"; discover QuarkXPress 8 with Dan Logan of Quark, Inc.; DriveSavers' Mike Cobb will tell you how and why hard drives go bad, and how a recovery service can get your data back.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 4, 2008

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:18:27 -0700

Learn about the misbehaving iPhone 3G recently purchased by Rob Griffiths of Macworld and macosxhints.com; Millard Grubb, the editor and publisher of the Macintosh Money Newsletter; InfoWorld Executive Editor Galen Gruman discusses QuarkXPress 8.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 28, 2008

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:47:13 -0700

Tech author and commentator Andy Ihnatko with an Apple update on their recent troubles; columnist Joe Wilcox, editor of Apple Watch and Microsoft Watch; Julian Miller, of Plum Amazing and Script Software, will tell us about his two new iPhone applications.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 21, 2008

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:45:32 -0700

Meet Daniel Lyons, sometimes known as "The Fake Steve Jobs," who wrote "Options: The Secret Life of Steve Jobs"; author Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus and Rob Pegoraro, a technology columnist for the Washington Post, discuss Apple's iPhone 3G and MobileMe problems.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 14, 2008

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:38:08 -0700

We explore hot back-to-school gear with Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen; check out the top iPhone games and other goodies with Macworld Game Room columnist Peter Cohen; Macworld's Jim Dalrymple delivers a progress report on his album recording project.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 7, 2008

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:11:57 -0700

Enter "The David Biedny Zone," and learn about QuarkXPress 8 and product update issues; Macworld writer Kirk McElhearn discusses the DNS bug; James Rea, President of ProVUE Development, on the history of their popular database application, Panorama.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 31, 2008

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:12:15 -0700

Mac author Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS, delivers an historical perspective on the growth of the Internet, and he also covers recent Apple-related problems; an iPhone and MobileMe update from commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 24, 2008

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:22:29 -0700

Veteran Mac author and commentator Ted Landau focuses on the iPhone; Apple's latest quarterly financials are examined by NPD Group analyst Stephen Baker; prolific author Joe Kissell reports on his iPhone 3G experiences in France and Apple's MobileMe fiasco.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 17, 2008

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:42:08 -0700

Explore the prospects of the iPhone as a gaming platform with Macworld Game Room columnist, Peter Cohen; discover AOL's new Mac and iPhone software with Product Manager Lee Givens; Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith on the latest product tests.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 10, 2008

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:41:56 -0700

We explore the promise and the reality of the iPhone 3G and iPhone 2.0 software with noted industry Analyst Ross Rubin of the NPD Group and Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell; Shahab Kavian discusses HyperOffice, a business-related email system.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 3, 2008

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:56:03 -0700

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus returns; Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths talks about the "FrankenMac," the Mac cloning equation, the promise of Snow Leopard and his hopes for the iPhone 3; Intel's Dan Snyder discusses the company's past, present and future.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 26, 2008

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 15:39:39 -0700

Enter "The David Biedny Zone" as our Special Correspondent talks about the future of Mac magazines and some great and not-so-great graphic apps; author Ted Landau with his expectations for iPhone 2.0 and the iPhone 3G; Don Mayer, CEO of Small Dog Electronics.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 19, 2008

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:15:44 -0700

Author and commentator Kirk McElhearn discusses a potentially major security threat to the Mac platform; Patrick Nugent, of Roxio, Toast 9's Product Manager; Johnny Capitosto of Yazsoft; Brian Greenstone of Pangea Software; Stephen Becker from Macease.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 12, 2008

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:10:37 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, discusses the WWDC; security guru Rich Mogull talks about Apple's new enterprise focus; discover Leopard Cache Cleaner, for Mac OS X maintenance, with John Lowry of Northern Softworks.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jun 5, 2008

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:15:25 -0700

Peter Cohen, from Macworld, with WWDC predictions and a Mac gaming update; author and musician Jeff Tolbert, author of two Take Control Ebooks on Garage Band '08; home automation software introduced by Matt Bendiksen of PerceptiveAutomation.com.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 29, 2008

Thu, 29 May 2008 20:33:39 -0700

Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS, delivers his fearless predictions about Apple's WWDC; Macworld's Jim Dalrymple on recording a rock album; Andy Marken discusses NTI Shadow; a backup app; Julian Miller, of Script Software, with an update of CopyPaste Pro.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 22, 2008

Thu, 22 May 2008 20:11:13 -0700

"The David Biedny Zone" and the future of the Internet; industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, with a PC market update; Rich Mogull presents a Mac and Windows security report; Alex Ulloa, of iSobre, talks about a new sleeve for the MacBook and MacBook Air.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 15, 2008

Thu, 15 May 2008 20:22:37 -0700

Macworld Editorial Director Jason Snell talks about Apple issues including the iPhone and the best and worse of this year's fractured TV season; author and commentator Kirk McElhearn delivers rants and raves about tech support; Brent Oxley, owner of HostGator.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 8, 2008

Thu, 08 May 2008 11:07:48 -0700

Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths details his "FrankenMac" project to build a home-brewed Mac; "The David Biedny Zone" honors the tenth anniversary of the iMac; Lee Givens, Product Manager for AOL Desktop for the Mac, discusses their new Mac software.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE May 1, 2008

Thu, 01 May 2008 14:39:36 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger of Roughly Drafted Magazine explores the meaning behind Apple's surprise purchase of PA Semiconductor; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus and Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen discuss hot new gear, including the latest Macs.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 24, 2008

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 20:16:22 -0700

Wired's Leander Kahney discusses his new best-selling book entitled "Inside Steve's Brain." InfoWorld Executive Editor Galen Gruman on Macs in the enterprise; Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith; HostICan's Denis Motova explains "managed hosting."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 17, 2008

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:13:41 -0700

Macworld's Dan Frakes on a proposal for a Mac minitower; Macworld's Jim Dalrymple remembers the late Stan Flack, founder of MacCentral; author Joe Kissell delivers a Leopard backup update; a Mac gaming status report from Peter Cohen, Macworld's game guru.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 10, 2008

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:13:28 -0700

Discover Bias Peak with Bias Inc.'s Jason Davies; Macworld's Jim Dalrymple discusses recording a new album with his rock band on his Mac; David Biedny presents "I Go to See An Apple Genius"; Web applications Freeway and Freeway Pro with Ian Schray of Softpress.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Apr 3, 2008

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 20:13:14 -0700

The Ultimate Mac Roundtable with David Biedny, TidBITS Editor/Publisher Adam Engst, Rob Griffiths of Macworld and macosxhints.com, ace Mac troubleshooter and best-selling author Ted Landau and author/columnist Kirk McElhearn.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 27, 2008

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 20:13:35 -0700

Revisit the "browser wars" with Adam Engst, Editor/Publisher of TidBITS; Steven Sande, author of "Take Control of iWeb: iLife '08 Edition"; Alan Oppenheimer of Open Door Networks; Ross Rubin, director of analysis at market research firm NPD Group.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 20, 2008

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:28:03 -0700

Cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran Dilger of Roughly Drafted Magazine; Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus discusses the state of the Mac and Apple's Wi-Fi mobile platform; HostICan's Denis Motova debates the merits of new search technology; Tim Goggin of Pocket Mac.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 13, 2008

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 20:13:19 -0700

Izhar Matzkevich, President of WildCharge, Inc.; Vito Salvaggio of Roxio, introduces Toast 9; Alykhan Jetha, CEO, Marketcircle Inc., on the iPhone SDK; "The David Biedny Zone" on Microsoft's decline towards insignificance and the lack of Flash support for the iPhone.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Mar 6, 2008

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 21:15:37 -0700

Is the MacBook Air the perfect road warrior's appliance, and can it work great on desktops too? Get the answers from commentator Kirk McElhearn and Macworld's Editorial Director, Jason Snell; Benjamin Rudolph of Parallels discusses their latest products.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 28, 2008

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 21:16:56 -0700

Explore Apple's newest notebooks and learn the sad fate of Eudora, an email application, with Adam Engst of TidBITS; Timothy Dick, co-founder of VOIPo; HostICan's Denis Motova on blogging; discover hot new tech gear with Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 21, 2008

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 15:49:40 -0700

The end of the high definition DVD war and other hot topics with David Biedny; John Rizzo of MacWindows.com on problems with the recent Leopard 10.5.2 update; pithy comments from tech pundit Andy Ihnatko; Mariner Software's Michael Wray.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 14, 2008

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 21:05:58 -0700

Matt Mullenweg, the co-founder of the world-famous blogging tool, WordPress; Microsoft's Amanda Lefebvre of the company's Mac Business Unit; Intego's Victor Bishop; Macworld's Rob Griffiths on the Leopard 10.5.2 and Apple TV "Take 2" updates.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Feb 7, 2008

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:07:04 -0700

The Night Owl covers the uproar over Microsoft's planned hostile takeover of Yahoo! with Joe Wilcox, Editor of eWeek's Microsoft Watch and Galen Gruman, Executive Editor of InfoWorld; Macworld Lab Director Jim Galbraith with the latest Mac speed test results.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 31, 2008

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 21:07:53 -0700

The search for the missing iPhones with commentator Daniel Eran Dilger of Roughly Drafted Magazine; Intuit's Scott Gulbransen, product manager for TurboTax; HostICan's Denis Motova discussess navigation systems; Rich Mogull on iPhone and Mac security.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 24, 2008

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 16:02:10 -0700

Apple's 1st quarter financials and the fallout from its new product announcements at Macworld Expo, featuring columnist Kirk McElhearn and Macworld's Editorial Director, Jason Snell; HostICan's Denis Motova explains why WIndows Vista is not for him.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 17, 2008

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 16:03:53 -0700

The Night Owl covers the hot new products from Apple that were introduced during the Steve Jobs keynote at Macworld Expo. Guests include industry analyst Ross Rubin, of the NPD Group, HostICan's Denis Motova and take a special visit to "The David Biedny Zone."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 10, 2008

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:12:18 -0700

Noted Mac guru Ted Landau on secrets of the iPhone; HostICan's Denis Motova joins Gene for a hands-on comparison between the iPhone and the Blackberry; author Joe Kissell talks about upgrading to Leopard; shareware publisher Andrew Welch, of Ambrosia Software.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jan 3, 2008

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 21:06:14 -0700

A look at the false stories written about Apple, as revealed by commentator Daniel Eran Dilger of Roughly Drafted Magazine; Kirk McElhearn discusses the hits and misses of 2007; HostICan's Denis Motova and Gene talk about iPod adapters and satellite radio.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 27, 2007

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 15:59:58 -0700

Explore the year 2007 in the tech world with Ross Rubin of the NPD Group, David Biedny and Macworld's Jason Snell; HostICan's Denis Motova joins Gene in our new "Tech Junkies" segment to discuss Dell's 24-inch and 30-inch displays.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 20, 2007

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 21:07:39 -0700

Explore Google's "knol," their plans for an online encyclopedia similar to Wikipedia, with Adam Engst of TidBITS; Apple and the enterprise with Alykhan Jetha, CEO, Marketcircle Inc.; Jon Gotow of St. Clair Software; HostICan's Denis Motova discusses online privacy.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 13, 2007

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 21:06:06 -0700

Discover Apple's Keynote and the best missing features from the Classic Mac OS in "The David Biedny Zone"; HostICan's Denis Motova with Jen Grant of Google; Benjamin Rudolph from Parallels reveals their new corporate name and forthcoming Mac products.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Dec 6, 2007

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 21:07:25 -0700

Discover Leopard's new iChat application with Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus; commentator Andy Ihnatko discusses the iPhone and the new Amazon Kindle ebook reader; Bill Fox of Macs Only delivers Leopard benchmarks; HostICan's Denis Motova on sending bulk mail.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 29, 2007

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 21:13:45 -0700

Check out the hottest gear for the holidays with Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen; a Mac security update from Kirk McElhearn; Scott Switzer CTO of Openads (an online ad server system); HostICan's Denis Motova explains how you'll know when your site is successful.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 22, 2007

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 21:06:35 -0700

Holiday tech gear sales explored by Ross Rubin of the NPD Group; the state of Leopard and the iPhone with Macworld's Jim Dalrymple and Jason Snell; HostICan's Denis Motova explains the meaning behind such buzzwords as "geo-targeting" and "load balancing."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 15, 2007

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 21:11:33 -0700

A Leopard security update with Alan Oppenheimer of Open Door Networks; John Rizzo of MacWindows.com on Leopard networking problems; Dave Nanian, of Shirt Pocket, publishers of SuperDuper!; HostICan's Denis Motova explains what Web 2.0 means to you.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 8, 2007

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 21:06:41 -0700

Ted Landau tours Leopard's "Share Screen" feature; Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, covers the myths and realities of Leopard; Benjamin Rudolph of Parallels; Leopard security update with Rich Mogull; HostICan's Denis Motova on PPC advertising.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Nov 1, 2007

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 20:06:13 -0700

The "Ultimate Leopard Roundtable," with David Biedny, Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths and Macworld writers Joe Kissell and Kirk McElhearn; HostICan's Denis Motova joins Gene to deliver tips and tricks for creating a good-looking Web site.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 25, 2007

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 20:19:33 -0700

Joe Wilcox, of Microsoft Watch, tells you why he sold his iPhone; security expert Rich Mogull on Leopard's improved security; Matt Milano, of Infinity Data Systems; HostICan's Denis Motova and Gene talk to Lisa Sabin-Wilson, author of "WordPress for Dummies."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 18, 2007

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 17:29:07 -0700

Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen talks about the iPhone, iTunes and Leopard; Andrew Welch, of Ambrosia Software, discusses WireTap Studio; OpenDNS CEO David Ulevitch; HostICan's Denis Motova on starting your own online forum.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 11, 2007

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 17:23:33 -0700

David Biedny talks about the online release of a new Radiohead album; author and commentator Kirk McElhearn explains why he is still unhappy with the interface of the latest iPods; HostICan's Denis Motova discusses wacky tech support calls.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Oct 4, 2007

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 16:55:53 -0700

The controversy over the iPhone 1.1.1 update discussed by columnist Ted Landau and Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths; industry analyst Ross Rubin of the NPD Group talks about high definition DVD; HostICan's Denis Motova on the recent WordPress upgrade.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 27, 2007

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 20:10:08 -0700

Mac and Windows integration update from John Rizzo, of MacWindows.com; Mac Office news from Microsoft's Amanda Lefebvre; Intego's Victor Bishop; the NotMac Challenge, with J. Kent Pepper; HostICan's Denis Motova talks about online etiquette.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 20, 2007

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 20:11:15 -0700

Author Kirk McElhearn complains about the new iPod interface; Daniel Eran Dilger, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, discusses his "Zoon" awards; Benjamin Rudolph on Parallels Desktop; HostICan's Denis Motova tells you how to solve problems with your Web site.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 13, 2007

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 20:06:58 -0700

David Biedny on this week's release of Logic Studio, wondering why it didn't happen last week; Adam Engst, of TidBITS, describes his site update, the new beta of the Eudora, and, of course, the iPhone; HostICan's Denis Motova explains the power of DNS.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Sep 6, 2007

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 20:07:21 -0700

David Biedny provides the "Monday morning quarterback" analysis of Apple's new iPods. More analysis from Bill Palmer of iProng and Ross Rubin of the NPD Group; HostICan's Denis Motova on trademark infringement issues.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug. 30, 2007

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 20:07:42 -0700

Macworld's Ben Long talks about hacking the iPhone and HostICan's Denis Motova returns to present hints on having a good-looking Web site; Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus explains why he prefers the new iMac's glossy screen; Tim Robertson, of MyMac.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 23, 2007

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:06:38 -0700

An iPhone update with Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen; "The David Biedny Zone," where our Special Correspondent talks about technology in Argentina, his Apple "war story" and more; registering your Internet domain with HostICan's Denis Motova.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 16, 2007

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:06:42 -0700

The good, bad and ugly aspects of Apple's recent Mac-related announcements with Macworld Senior Editor Rob Griffiths, and author and commentator Kirk McElhearn; Rob-ART Morgan of benchmarking site BareFeats; HostICan's Denis Motova introduces online blogging.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 9, 2007

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 20:07:23 -0700

The Night Owl explores Apple's new product announcements with Macworld's Peter Cohen. In addition, cutting-edge commentator Daniel Eran, of Roughly Drafted Magazine, exposes the fakery surrounding attempts to create stories that attack Apple Inc.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Aug 2, 2007

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 20:02:43 -0700

The Night Owl examines the prospects for both Apple and Microsoft with industry analyst Ross Rubin of the NPD Group; Ray Barber of prmac.com; the "David Biedny Zone," where you learn that Microsoft knows nothing about innovation and only applications count.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 26, 2007

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 20:02:01 -0700

The latest quarterly financials from Apple and Microsoft with Joe Wilcox of Microsoft Watch; John Rizzo of MacWindows.com; finding the right Web host with HostICan's Denis Motova; Sharon Zardetto, co-author of "Take Control: The Mac OS X Lexicon."

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 19, 2007

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 20:02:36 -0700

The Night Owl explores back-to-school gear for dads and grads with Steve "Mr. Gadget" Kruschen; a Mac news and views update from Adam Engst, editor and publisher of TidBITS; the latest Apple troubleshooting information from MacFixIt's Ben Wilson.

The Tech NIght Owl LIVE Jul 12, 2007

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:03:08 -0700

The Night Owl covers the amazingly successful iPhone launch with Macworld's Jason Snell; VMWare's Pat Lee, product manager for the forthcoming Mac virtual machine software, Fusion; Joe Trupiano, director of marketing for storage device maker MicroNet.

The Tech Night Owl LIVE Jul 5, 2007

Thu, 05 Jul 2007 22:00:01 -0700

The Night Owl explores Apple's newest success story, the iPhone, with Joe Wilcox, who is also Editor of Microsoft Watch; visit "The David Biedny Zone," where our Special Correspondent holds forth on the iPhone, his favorite keyboards and lots more.