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Mobile Phones
Should I Buy a Smartphone?
Episode 1632
Bill fromBill wants to get his first smartphone. He's been using a flip phone. Leo says that a smartphone really isn't a phone, so much as a computer in a pocket. So if all he wants is to make phone calls, a smartphone will be pricey overkill.
Do I Have to Still Run as a Standard User on Windows?
Episode 1632
Joey fromJoey wants to know if he still needs to run Windows as a standard user, rather than an Administrator. Leo says he used to recommend that tactic, and he can still do that. It won't hurt anything. However, Windows and Mac have fixed this with UAC (user access configuration) features. This way, users have to type in the Admin password to do anything that could get into trouble.
Microsoft Event Showcases Dual Screen Surface Products
Episode 1632
At a surprise event, Microsoft announced two new Surface products, one like a digital book, the other a 5.5" dual screen mobile phone. Dubbed the Surface Neo and Surface Duo respectively, both devices will run on Windows 10X, a new mobile version of the OS, and will be available Christmas 2020. Microsoft says it will fold together like a book, or open up to be both screens on either side, or close facing each other. Unlike the overpriced Samsung Galaxy Fold, the Surface duo is hinged, rather than folding the screen.
Should I get a 5G phone?
Episode 1631
Edward fromEdward is a long-time listener who is legally blind. He has the iPhone 6+, and he's looking at the new iPhone 11. Leo says that Edward will love it, but the biggest annoyance is no headphone jack. That's still crazy. Will the iPhone 11 be 5G? Leo says no. It's not. But that's OK, 5G really won't be widespread until 2021. So if you want 5G, Samsung's Galaxy 10 is the way to go. But just because you can get 5G, you may not get 5G in your neighborhood. 5G is extremely limited because it takes four times the cellular coverage. So right now, it's just marketing (LYING).
Is There an App/Device to Help Those With a Speaking Condition?
Episode 1630
Pat fromPat has a friend who can't speak and needs a device that he can type on, and then prints out to someone's mobile device so they can have a conversation. It also needs to be multi-lingual. Leo says that smartphones are great for that. He can use Apple Messages on the iPhone to do that. Leo recommends checking for Independent Living Resource Centers.
How Can I Cut and Paste in iOS 13.1.1?
Episode 1630
Mike fromMike upgraded to iOS 13.1.1 and now he can't copy and paste. Leo says that it's been relegated to a "gesture" now and he finds it annoying. He doesn't know if it's a bug or if it's Apple's new way to do it. Users pinch with three fingers to copy and then unpinch to paste. To cut, press twice. What happens with the Apple Pencil or a stylus? Leo says no idea, but he has a hunch that Apple hasn't thought this one through.
How can I use my Android phone with Apple CarPlay?
Episode 1629
Doctor Bird fromDoctor Bird just bought a brand new Toyota Rav 4, but it only comes with Apple Carplay. How can he get his Android phone to connect and get recognized for navigation? Leo says that is a bad trend, and Sam says that most car makers are making players that will support both. Sam says that if you're ordering a 2019 model, it should support Android Auto as well. If it doesn't, an over the air software update should fix it. The dealer may also be able to reflash the system to give Android Auto support. Also, Android Auto is separate from in-vehicle navigation.
Is the Google Pixel a Good Buy?
Episode 1628
Stephanie fromStephanie has a Motorola Droid Max, and she wants to upgrade. Is Google Pixel a good option? Leo says it is, but don't do it now, because Google is going to be announcing the Pixel 4 in a few weeks. In fact, Google may have put the Pixel 3A on sale already.
Will Restoring My Phone Fix My Problems?
Episode 1628
Terry fromTerry is having an issue on his moto g4 plus phone that won't let him remove an app, and now his camera is crashing. He's leaving in a week for Japan. Leo says that it's time to get a new phone because his phone is older. He recommends going with Google Fi because it's a great international travel phone. But if he wants to keep the phone, then Leo recommends backing up the phone on Google, and then reset it. Then, when restored, Google will restore all apps. Or, he can go into the Google store and see what he has downloaded and restore them manually.
Leo got the iPhone 11 Pro Max
Episode 1628
Leo bought Apple's most expensive iPhone, the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Leo says it's a work of art, and he also says it's largely future-proofed for the next two years. He also says that the biggest change is the odd three-camera array on the back, which looks like a missile launcher. But Leo says it takes really NICE pictures since Apple's camera app now lets you zoom while recording video and going between each lens.
