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Apple’s newly launched Magic Keyboard brings even more enterprise capabilities to the iPad Pro. But is it worth $349? If a MacBook Air is cheaper than a souped-up iPad Pro and keyboard, which is the better buy? Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld writer Michael Simon join Juliet to debate the new Magic Keyboard. They go over their iOS 14 must-haves, whether they’d use the keyboard and if it’s worth the price. Stick around for some 2020 Apple predictions, too, including a potential 5G iPhone, the iPhone 12 Pro and over-the-ear AirPods.
Computerworld contributor Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release.
The economic impact of COVID-19 has forced many businesses to readjust their budgets and cut costs where possible. That could mean halting PC and smartphone upgrades or pausing software rollouts. One IT sector that may experience growth during a recession is infrastructure. As cloud becomes central to business operations, enterprises may be unwilling to cut costs entirely. And cloud service providers are buying up more hardware to cater to existing clients that are now working in the cloud more and more often. Stephen Minton, IDC analyst and program vice president of the Customer Insights & Analysis group, joins Juliet to discuss 2020 spending predictions and when IT spending may return to normal. More about IDC’s IT spending predictions: https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS46268520 IDC’s Coronavirus Index Report: https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=US46272920
An accurate way to trace potential contacts of newly diagnosed coronavirus patients is widely seen as an important step in limiting the spread of the virus and eventually reopening businesses. There are two main approaches: self-reporting to a group that will call your potentially exposed contacts or using an app to alert anyone who has been within your general vicinity. Apple and Google are teaming up to develop an app just like that. Juliet discusses the differences between these two methods of contact tracing and how a potential app could keep your data private while keeping those whom you may have exposed to the virus safe.
More and more tech companies are stepping up to the plate to assist frontline workers and healthcare organizations as the coronavirus continues to take its toll around the world. Computerworld’s Ken Mingis joins Juliet to discuss how tech companies are helping, from working with supply chains to donate PPE, to providing comprehensive statistics about the virus.
With most of (if not everyone in) your household now working from home, you’re perhaps asking more of your home network than ever before. Multiple devices may now be hosting a video conference, streaming and using chat tools all at the same time. On top of those demands, you may also be accessing sensitive company data from home. Your home Wi-Fi network needs to be both fast and secure. PCWorld/Macworld’s Michael Simon joins Juliet and gives tips on how to prioritize certain traffic on your home network, boost speeds and secure it all without leaving your house.
Amid concerns about the coronavirus, Apple released its latest iPad Pro and MacBook Air without an official event in mid-March. But one piece of hardware was noticeably absent… the iPhone 9 or iPhone SE 2. Early rumors suggested a March 31st announcement, but we haven’t heard anything from Apple yet. Macworld’s Michael Simon joins Juliet to discuss how the coronavirus has impacted the iPhone 9 launch, clues to its official release date and what features to expect in Apple’s newest budget phone.
Millions of people across a diverse array of industries are working from home for the foreseeable future. For some, it’s their first time doing so for more than a few days at a time. While we’ve all been adjusting to remote work, we’ve become increasingly reliant on collaboration tools such as Slack, Zoom and Microsoft Teams – but are they actually making us more productive? And once it’s safe to return to an office, will employees be willing to give up their remote work lifestyles? Computerworld’s Matthew Finnegan joins Juliet to talk collaboration, effectively working from home and how remote work tools will shape the events business and entire industries.
If you’re working from home due to coronavirus concerns/social distancing, you’re probably relying on video conferencing tools like Skype, Teams, Zoom or Webex. Learn how to make the most of your work from home setup, get better video and audio quality and get a behind the scenes look at Juliet’s Zoom video and audio tools.
Apple settled a class-action lawsuit as a result of alleged battery throttling issues in its iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus and SE models. The settlement calls for Apple to pay consumers $25 per iPhone. Macworld’s Michael Simon joins Juliet to discuss how customers might get paid, who is and isn’t eligible and why Apple settled in the first place.
Enterprises have taken steps to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, from mandatory quarantines to factory closures. Big tech companies have canceled events and shows, sometimes opting to hold online-only streamed events. And amid supply chain disruption, some tech companies that rely on China for components may face product delays and lost revenues. Today in Tech, Juliet discusses COVID-19’s effect on the IT and tech industry and why some companies are faring better than others in the face of a potential global health pandemic.
Apple is the latest firm to join the FIDO Alliance, an industry standards group developing more secure ways to log in to online accounts and apps using multi-factor authentication (MFA), biometric authentication and physical security keys. Computerworld's Lucas Mearian joins Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp to discuss the Apple move, how different forms of authentication work and how far away we are from a password-less world.
Apple is rumored to announce its new, lower-end iPhone at the end of March. Modeled after the iPhone 8, the iPhone 9 (or maybe it'll be called the iPhone SE 2) will offer consumers a cheaper alternative to the higher-end iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro. Reintroducing its lower-end phone puts Apple in line with its Android competitors, many of which offer lower-end, high quality phones. Macworld's Michael Simon joins Juliet and Ken to discuss the pros and cons of buying a cheaper smartphone and what they expect the upcoming iPhone 9 to look like.
Computerworld Windows expert Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release and other Windows-related topics. If you have a question, post it as a comment.
The U.S. Department of Defense had two final choices to award its Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure (JEDI) cloud computing contract: Microsoft and Amazon. Despite perception of Amazon’s frontrunner status, the D.O.D. awarded the $10 billion contract to Microsoft. As Amazon continues to challenge the decision in court, Juliet breaks down everyone’s arguments and what the JEDI contract is.
Enforcement of the California Consumer Privacy Act begins this summer, but lawsuits are already being filed. To help you comply and avoid being sued, CSO contributor Maria Korolov joins IDG TECH(talk) host Juliet Beauchamp to discuss critical components of the CCPA and answer viewers’ questions.
One of the largest tech trade shows, Mobile World Congress, canceled its convention just a few weeks before it was scheduled to begin. GSMA, the organization that puts on MWC, decided to cancel after a number of high profile vendors pulled out due to coronavirus fears. Macworld and PCWorld's Michael Simon joins Juliet and Ken to discuss what this cancellation means for the future of MWC and mobile trade shows in general. They also discuss if and how launches and announcements will be affected.
In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about technology we love. AI, 5G, edge computing, collaboration tools – all have people’s hearts racing. Watch as Michael Simon, writer for Macworld and PCWorld, and IDG TECH(talk) hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp discuss the technology they love most these days.
We hear the terms "deep web" and "dark web" thrown around a lot... but what do they actually mean? And what's the difference between the two? CSO Online writer J.M. Porup joins Juliet to dispel rumors and discuss what sets the deep web and dark web apart from the rest of the web.
It's the day after the 2020 Iowa caucuses, and the Iowa Democratic Party has yet to announce the winner. The app that precinct leaders were supposed to use to report final tallies recorded inconsistent results. Party leaders blamed a "coding issue" within the app, not a hack or attack. Computerworld's Lucas Mearian joins Juliet to discuss the problem with mobile voting and how this snafu may affect the reputation of app voting in the future.
Is 5G real? When should you upgrade? How will enterprises benefit and what are the costs and ROI? Analyst Jack Gold joins IDG TECH(talk) hosts Juliet Beauchamp and Computerworld's Ken Mingis to answer those questions and more to help you create your 5G strategy.
IDC analyst and networking expert Brandon Butler joins Ken and Juliet to discuss networking trends, Wi-Fi versus 5G and how artificial intelligence and machine learning can simplify network management. They also discuss how enterprises are beginning to deploy more advanced networks to enable newer tech innovations like IoT and successfully analyze huge amounts of data.
Foldables, 5G, new Android phone options – watch as Computerworld blogger (and Android expert) JR Raphael joins IDG TECH(talk) hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp to discuss what we can expect for Android phones in 2020.
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are being used even more these days. Watch as InfoWorld’s Serdar Yegulalp and IDG TECHtalk hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp discuss how AI and ML are being used and answer viewers’ questions.
Robotics Business Review senior editor Keith Shaw joins Ken and Juliet once again to talk CES 2020 and the future of robotics. Keith debunks the myth that robots will replace humans in jobs, and explains they'll actually be quite helpful in assisting with tedious or physically difficult tasks. He tells us what industries may change as robotics implementation becomes more popular in the coming years. From wearable robotic exoskeletons to cobots, Keith helps us understand all the exciting new developments in the robotics and AI world. And don't worry, he promises robots aren't sentient... yet.
Computerworld Windows expert Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release. If you have a question, post it as a comment so it can be answered in a future episode.
2019 was a big year for Apple, with the arrival of the Apple Card, the iPhone 11, the new Mac Pro and and a new MacBook Pro. What can we expect from the company in 2020? Macworld’s Michael Simon and Computerworld’s Ken Mingis offer their prognostications.
The new Apple Card, the battle for cryptocurrency dominance, cybersecurity skills shortage – just a few of the stories that made headlines in 2019. Watch as IDG TECH(talk) hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp discuss the top tech stories of the year.
Computerworld contributor Preston Gralla answers viewers' questions about Windows 10 (and Windows 7) with Executive Editor Ken Mingis.
The hype around artificial intelligence and machine learning is giving way to real use. Join us as InfoWorld’s Serdar Yegulalp and IDG TECHtalk host Ken Mingis discuss how AI and ML have become easier to put into production, how AI and ML are being used, and how there’s a better understanding of social risks involving this technology.
Computerworld's Ken Mingis is joined by PCWorld's Michael Simon to discuss what they're wishing for this holiday season. From existing smart home gadgets and the Mac Pro to the yet-to-be-announced 5G iPhone, Ken and Michael hash out what they hope to see under the tree... or at some point in 2020.
In honor of Thanksgiving, Ken and Juliet are joined by Macworld's Michael Simon to discuss the technology they appreciate the most. From iPhones to WiFi, there's plenty to be thankful for.
2020 is supposed to be the year of 5G. We can expect to see more infrastructure roll out, faster speeds and 5G-enabled phones will flood the market. PCWorld's Michael Simon joins Juliet to discuss who will get 5G when and how the T-Mobile/Sprint merger will affect 5G.
Macworld’s Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about Apple iOS.
Healthcare organizations are one of the most targeted verticals when it comes to cyberattacks. While those organizations must work to secure patients' sensitive data, it can also be helpful to analyze that data to improve patient outcomes. Jason James, CIO of Net Health, joins Juliet to discuss why attackers target healthcare organizations, Google's Project Nightingale and what it means for a tech giant to have access to the medical data of millions of people.
Computerworld contributor Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answered viewers' questions about Windows.
Printers, often a forgotten target in the enterprise, are vulnerable to all the usual cyberattacks. Watch as IDG TECH(talk) hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp and CSO Online’s J.M. Porup discuss the threats to these devices, plus how to secure them and protect your network.
Aircraft manufacturer Boeing's insecure networks leave the company--and potentially its aircraft--at risk of exploitation. Security researcher Chris Kubecka uncovered these threats in April, and new reporting by CSO's J.M. Porup reveals little has been done to patch these vulnerabilities. They both join Juliet to discuss how Kubecka discovered this information and what it means for national security and passenger safety.
Robotics and AI play increasingly important roles in a variety of industries and no, they're not here to take over mankind. Keith Shaw, editor-in-chief of Robotics Business Review, joins Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp to discuss the state of robotics in the enterprise. Currently, robots are good at highly specific tasks. But we're not far away from drones, autonomous vehicles and surgical robots becoming critical parts of daily life.
Drones, self-driving vehicles and intrusive tech devices have our otherwise fearless hosts on edge. Watch as IDG TECH(talk) hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp, plus Macworld’s Michael Simon discuss why that tech scares them and share your worst technology nightmares.
Amid concern from regulators and Libra Association members alike, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified to Congress about plans for his company's planned digital currency, Libra. He revealed Libra will not roll out until U.S. regulators are on board with the fiat-backed cryptocurrency. Juliet is joined by Computerworld's Lucas Mearian to discuss if--and when--cryptocurrency will ever become mainstream and what hurdles Facebook will have to face before Libra has widespread approval.
When employees are your weakest link, companies must have programs in place to prevent them from accidentally or intentionally putting the organization at risk. Watch as TECHtalk hosts Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp discuss various options with CSO’s Lucian Constantin.
Computerworld Windows expert Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis are back to answer your questions about Windows 10.
Computerworld’s Ken Mingis, Android expert JR Raphael, and Apple expert Michael Simon are talking about Smartphone innovation – How iOS and Android “borrow” from each other.
Android 10 delivers new gestures for quick navigating around your phone. But not all gestures are created equally, and some can be downright confusing at first.
5G has been getting more and more buzz over the past few months, but very few people have actually experienced its promised high speeds. Customers in the U.S. are still months--if not years--away from widespread 5G coverage. PCWorld's Michael Simon is one of the lucky few who had the chance to check out Verizon's 5G speeds in Providence. He joins Juliet to discuss the reality of 5G today and what to expect in the future.
As the global push toward 5G continues to pick up speed, government officials in the U.S. continue to have concerns about China's growing dominance in the 5G market. One U.S. senator, Sen. Mark Warner, has concerns about Chinese telecom companies paving the way for 5G deployment. Juliet discusses Sen. Warner's concerns and how the U.S. government is preparing to build 5G networks without hardware from Chinese tech companies like Huawei.
Computerworld's Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis are back answering questions about Windows 10. If you have questions, post them in the comments to be featured in our next TECH(talk) about Windows 10.
While blockchain has been on a hype roll the last couple of years, it's become increasingly fragmented as more and more companies try out different flavors of the distributed ledger technology. What's that mean for future adoption? Computerworld's Lucas Mearian and Ken Mingis explain.
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is, in some ways, similar to Europe's GDPR. This rule, which goes into effect in 2020, gives individual users more ownership over their own data. Users can even refuse to allow companies to sell their online data. As the compliance deadline approaches, CSO Online contributor Maria Korolov and senior editor Michael Nadeau discuss with Juliet how CCPA may shift business models, change online behavior and reveal where exactly our data has been. Some tech companies, like Google, are even trying to exempt themselves from regulation. Failure to adhere to the rule could be an "extinction level" event.