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Pengadilan Tipikor pada Pengadilan Negeri Jakarta Pusat kembali menggelar sidang kasus pengadaan Chromebook dengan terdakwa Mendikbudristek 2019–2024, Nadiem Makarim

With Steven Scott away in Vienna at the Zero Project, the conversation turns to Apple's upcoming New York event and the growing speculation around a lower-cost MacBook powered by the A18 chip. Is Apple about to release a Chromebook-style Mac, or is this simply a more affordable entry into the Mac ecosystem? We unpack the differences between A-series and M-series chips, performance realities, and whether annual silicon upgrades even matter anymore.From there, the focus shifts to OpenClaw and the future of AI agents. After OpenAI hired OpenClaw's creator, the discussion explores what real-world AI automation should look like. Moving files, syncing drives, managing emails. Is this the AI promise finally delivered, or are big tech companies simply slower because of risk and regulation?Privacy takes center stage with a real-world case involving a Nest doorbell that recorded footage despite no active cloud subscription. If footage can be recovered anyway, what does that mean for data ownership and trust? The broader conversation expands into law enforcement access, encrypted devices, neighborhood camera networks, and where the line between security and surveillance should be drawn.The episode also features a CES conversation with Annie Potter, Head of Marketing at Reolink, discussing the company's local-first security philosophy, AI box integration, and their TrackFlex floodlight 4K camera. The emphasis is on ownership of footage without mandatory cloud subscriptions, competitive pricing, and how consumer demand is reshaping home security.Finally, the show closes with Meta's rumored facial recognition capabilities for Ray-Ban smart glasses. Is contextual AI in your ear helpful, invasive, or both? Accessibility benefits for blind users are weighed against potential misuse of public data. Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bienvenidos a un nuevo APPLEaks con noticias complicadas, rumores explosivos y análisis crítico de lo que los medios no te cuentan. Arrancamos con la demanda de West Virginia contra Apple por material de abuso infantil en iCloud.El problema: la legislación es mutuamente excluyente. Te piden que detectes contenido ilegal sin violar la privacidad.¿Es técnicamente posible? Te lo explico todo.Después viene la noticia que pocos analizan: la Suprema Corte prohibió al gobierno de Trump aplicar los aranceles que ya aplicó. Apple pagó $3.300 millones.¿Qué hace ahora? ¿Pide devolución en el año récord de ganancias?Hablemos del "MacBook barato": los medios dicen que es un jaque mate a las Chromebooks. Pero acá viene mi adoctrinamiento: espíritu crítico.Te muestro cómo Mac Rumors, Mashable y MacWorld te venden MacBooks de $200 con procesador Intel de 2017 comparándolos con precios "regulares" falsos. Se termina Rosetta 2, se termina el soporte Intel. No compres eso.El evento del 4 de marzo en Shanghai, Londres y Nueva York trae: iPhone 17, iPads, MacBook Air M5, MacBook Pro M5 y el nuevo MacBook con chip A18. Pero lo importante es iOS 26.4: encriptación RSS, listas Apple Music (solo inglés), protección antirrobo por defecto.Y lo más explosivo: Apple está trabajando en un trío de productos vestibles: AirPods con cámara (visión 360° mediocre para navegación y contexto) Pin al estilo Humane AI Pin para respuestas habladas Apple Vision Pro + gafas estilo Meta.#APPLEaks #idearVlog #Apple #MacBook #iPhone17 #AirPods #CarPlay #iOS26 #Siri #OpenAI #ArancelesApple #SupremaCorte #AppleVisionPro #NoticiasApple

In this episode host Carolyn Woodard is joined by Norwin Herrera, IT Business Manager and Team Lead at Community IT. Together, they walk through a real-world case study of a public charter school that implemented a Single Sign-On (SSO) platform called Clever that can solve cybersecurity and accessibility challenges for adult or child students.Strategic IT Leadership for NonprofitsUnlike a traditional account manager, an IT Business Manager (ITBM) acts as a strategic partner, helping nonprofit leadership understand the technology landscape and make informed decisions that align with their mission. The ITBM role is unique to Community IT and is an example of a commitment to partnering with clients over the long term.In this case, the goal was to find a SSO solution that could handle a complex mix of Chromebooks and Windows devices while remaining user-friendly for both adult students and faculty.The Power of Single Sign-OnSSO acts as one door for all of your doors. By using Clever as an identity manager, the organization was able to:Enhance Cybersecurity: Centralizing access allows for immediate offboarding. If a student or staff member leaves, closing one account automatically secures access to all others, prevents fraud, and saves money.Automate User Provisioning: Through zero intervention integration with the Student Information System (SIS), accounts are created or deactivated automatically based on enrollment status.Improve User Experience: Students no longer need to remember multiple different passwords for Google, Microsoft, Zoom, and Slack for example. One password provides access to all the apps they have access to as a student using a school device.Reduce Administrative Costs: Norwin breaks down the ROI of SSO, comparing a small per-user fee against the hundreds of hours of manual labor required to manage accounts individually.Change Management and Successful ImplementationA successful IT project is about more than just software; it is about people. Norwin explains why this project resulted in zero tickets and no complaints: it started with leadership buy-in and a commitment to clear communication.Whether you are an executive at a school or a volunteer board member at a community nonprofit, this episode offers practical insights into how integrated cybersecurity and strategic IT planning can save your organization time and money.Listen in to learn how your organization can move toward a more secure and efficient digital future by subscribing to the Community IT Innovators Technology Topics podcast. _______________________________Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/ email Carolyn at cwoodard@communityit.com on LinkedIn Thanks for listening.

Wake up, Woodland! Join Tomlin, Decker, and Amato for Morning Mayhem—the morning broadcast designed for both the carpool and the classroom.Students: Get the inside scoop on the A-day schedule, the latest puzzle challenges, and how to snag the best swag at the upcoming College Fair. Plus, see if you can beat the hosts at mascot trivia.Parents: Stay weather-ready with our real-time snow updates and never miss a beat on half-days or parent-teacher meetings. From the latest Lady Hawks basketball victories to relatable banter about the "Home Depot husband" and slow gas pumps, it's the perfect mix of essential info and, well, frankly, other stuff.Whether you're reminded to charge your Chromebook or learning about the future of universal vaccines, we're taking over Woodland Regional every morning at 7 a.m.

Rise and shine, Woodland! It's Thursday, February 19th, and your favorite trio—Amato, Tomlin, and Decker—is back with the high-quality "dulcet sounds" you crave now that those pesky audio issues are fixed.In the local groove, big props to Colby Marsan, our new NVL wrestling champ! And don't miss the boys' basketball squad; they've grabbed the #1 seed in what's becoming a historic season. Feeling hungry? Grab some pizza at Antonio's for the girls' basketball fundraiser.Over at the news desk, Tomlin's digging up the past! They found a 400-year-old Swedish shipwreck and a hidden cannon in England. Plus, Skokie, Illinois is getting a groovy flag makeover, and the sitcom Scrubs is finally making a comeback.Tech-heads, Microsoft's got glass data storage that lasts 10,000 years. And for the trivia buffs, the Jonathan Law mascot is "The Law".Keep those Chromebooks charged and stay classy, Woodland. We're knocking down the door every morning at 7:00! Peace and love

In this episode, Alex Neuman sits down with Krazy Ken, the creator behind the iconic Computer Clan YouTube channel, known for uncovering rare tech, busting online gadget scams, and preserving digital history with humor and heart.Ken shares how watching early YouTube pioneers inspired him to start the Computer Clan nearly two decades ago, turning a hobby into a full-time storytelling business. He talks about evolving his style, weaving stronger narratives into each episode, and the art of making viewers feel something—whether it's nostalgia for translucent iMacs or outrage at shady “too-good-to-be-true” ads.

In MobileViews 597, recorded on February 15, 2026, Jon Westfall and I noted the upcoming the Lunar New Year while tackling the frustrations of modern tech ecosystems. I kicked things off with a double-header rant: first, my recurring battle with leaking alkaline batteries in my mouse and other devices, and second, Microsoft's decision to force Clipchamp (a video editor) users to store massive video files on OneDrive. With my upload speeds maxing out at 25 megabits, uploading gigabyte-sized files is simply unworkable, so I've officially pivoted to the open-source video editor Shotcut. We also explored the "bane of existence" for educators: the limitations of Chromebooks. Jon shared his struggles with students who, having grown up in managed K-12 Chrome environments, often struggle with standard file permissions and workflows when transitioning to college and professional platforms.   Jon detailed his upgrade to the Backbone Pro gaming controller—praising its integrated battery and Bluetooth versatility—while looking forward to a future M5 Mac Mini to handle local LLM heavy lifting. I'm personally keeping an eye on rumors of an affordable A18 Pro-based MacBook that Jon noted could potentially disrupt the education sector. Between my nostalgia for coding in a 208-byte space on an Apple II and Jon's modern Python toolkit involving pyenv and PyInstaller, we emphasize that efficiency must remain a priority, even as software becomes more bloated. Whether it's navigating the "AI search" changes in Google Photos or finding ways around "vibe coding" errors, we're still looking for tech that just works.

Useful for plans and lessons, local educators say When Ryan McConville wanted a fun project for his ninth grade Global History class at Haldane High School, he turned to Gemini, Google's artificial intelligence tool. "I used it as a thought partner," said McConville, a 2003 Haldane graduate who has taught in the district since 2012. "I needed some fresh ideas." He said he asked Gemini for five ideas for how his students could explore Diocletian's decision in 286 C.E. to divide the Roman Empire. One idea was to have students write a newspaper-style investigation of the emperor. "I had them pretend to expose the crisis of the third century and choose whether Diocletian was a hero or a traitor for splitting up ancient Rome," he said. McConville is one of many teachers in the Highlands using artificial intelligence, or AI, for a wide range of tasks, including generating lesson ideas, reducing busywork, creating student worksheets and customizing teaching materials. That reflects a national trend: Last year, 60 percent of 2,232 public school teachers surveyed for a Gallup Poll reported using AI, with a third using it at least once a week. The most frequent AI users estimated that the technology saved them nearly six hours a week. At the Garrison School, math teacher Michael Roman uses the tools in an online service called Goblins, which markets itself as a "math teacher cloning device." His middle school students log into the software on their school-issued Chromebooks, and a virtual teacher provides problems like: "Zoe ran 28 miles this week. Next week, she plans to run 15 percent more miles. If she does, how many miles will she run in total over the two weeks?" When a reporter tried to answer, the virtual teacher said, "I see a 5 on the board. Where did that come from?" The virtual teacher then taught a brief lesson on percentages. Roman, whose said his class sizes range from nine to 17 students, said he likes Goblins because it provides "real-time adaptive feedback" to each student. He reserves the tool for the end of class, after he's explained the lesson, demonstrated practice problems and done small-group work. "It's like an exit ticket: They open up their laptops and try a few problems before they go," said Roman, who has been using the program for two years and will often use it to assign extra study. He said the students like the AI teacher that speaks in Gen Z lingo. "They either think it's fun or cringy," he said. "Either way, they're engaged." At Haldane, Ashley Linda uses AI with students who want additional academic support. She said that she can feed a reading assignment into an AI assistant such as Brisk, a tool designed for teachers, and ask it to modify the text to match a student's reading level. She said that when she is helping a student with a subject outside her expertise, she sometimes relies on AI to get up to speed. But Linda is wary about using AI for her 10th- and 12th-grade English students. "I'm not going to use it to generate a lesson plan or to grade student work," she said. "I don't think AI can make a better lesson than I can." She said she is also wary of relying on a tool she wants her students to avoid. "If I want my students to answer questions, think critically and learn how to write an essay without using AI, I'm also not going to use it," said Linda, who worries about allowing young people to become even more hooked on technology. "A generation of young people has been negatively impacted by screens," she said. Those concerns prompted at least one state lawmaker to propose regulations. Assembly Member Robert Carroll, a Democrat from Brooklyn who chairs the Committee on Libraries and Education Technology, introduced legislation in November to ban the use of AI in elementary and middle schools except for diagnostic purposes, instructional interventions for students with disabilities and administrative and planning purposes. In Rockland County, the Suffern school district requires teachers ...

El programa 2821 de Radiogeek, les habló de varios temas importantes. Pedirle a la IA “hazme una caricatura con todo lo que sabes de mí” puede abrir la puerta a fraudes digitales; Discord se vuelve «estricto» – Impondrá escaneos faciales obligatorios para verificar la edad de sus usuarios; YouTube Music pone límites – Las letras de canciones dejarán de ser gratuitas para todos; Gemini en Chrome llegará a los Chromebooks, pero con trampa; WhatsApp trae videollamadas y llamadas de voz a su aplicación web y por ultimo OpenAI comienza a probar anuncios en ChatGPT. Toda esta información la pueden encontrar desde nuestra web www.infosertec.com.ar o bien desde el canal de Telegram/Whastapp, o Instagram. Esperamos sus comentarios.

Dans cet épisode #175 du CKB SHOW, on explore le Vibe Coding, cette nouvelle méthode incroyable qui permet de créer des applications grâce à l'IA sans écrire une seule ligne de code !

Rise and shine, Woodland! It's Monday, February 9th, and we are coming at you live after a wild Super Bowl weekend. First off, grab your shovels because we've had three straight weekends of snow, and the forecast says more is on the way. We might see a "heat wave" of 38 degrees this Wednesday, but don't get too comfortable—it's freezing right back up.In school news, it's a shortened "ABAB week" with no school this Friday for "Valentine break". Make sure to return those overdue library books and get ready for the big Volleyball vs. Football game on February 26th. Over at the news desk, things are getting weird with red street lights in Denmark and reports of Russian cyborg spy pigeons. We even have ancient history news with a 2,200-year-old elephant bone found in Spain.In sports, the Seahawks took the Super Bowl 29-13, and our own boys' basketball team is looking for a big win against Ansonia today after crushing Derby. Finally, BTS fans, get your wallets ready for the new "Army Bomb" light stick. Stay warm, charge those Chromebooks, and have a great morning

Valve updates, Shane's new Chromebook, and Dan's Hockey Stick.

In today's podcast episode, we're diving into the world of Poki Games—one of the most popular platforms for playing free online games directly in your browser. If you've ever wanted instant entertainment without downloads, sign-ups, or complicated setups, this episode is for you.Poki has built its reputation on one simple promise: play instantly, anywhere. Using modern HTML5 technology, Pokigame.my lets players jump straight into games with a single click. No apps. No Flash. No waiting. Whether you're on a PC, tablet, Chromebook, or smartphone, the experience stays smooth and accessible.What makes Poki stand out in 2026 is its focus on quality over clutter. Instead of overwhelming users with thousands of low-effort titles, Poki curates a clean library of engaging games—from endless runners like Subway Surfers to action-packed favorites such as Stickman Hook and Venge.io. It's casual gaming done right.In this episode, we also talk about why Poki is especially popular with students and casual players. The platform loads fast, runs well on low-end devices, and works seamlessly even during short breaks. It's entertainment without friction—something many modern gaming apps struggle to deliver.Another key highlight is safety. Poki maintains a family-friendly environment with minimal ads, making it a trusted choice for younger players and parents alike.If you're curious to explore Poki yourself, check out https://pokigame.my to discover browser-based games you can play instantly—no downloads required.Whether you're a longtime fan or completely new to online browser gaming, Poki Games proves that sometimes, the simplest way to play is still the best.

Rise and shine, Woodland! The heat wave has officially split, leaving us in a pristine winter wonderland. Watch your step on those icy driveways—maybe don't go skating on the Naugatuck River! Or Matthies Pond either.Over at the news desk, things are getting heavy. The SS United States is heading to Florida to become a funky coral reef. Meanwhile, Bitcoin and gold are dropping like a bad habit, but Sony is raking in the yen. Can you dig it? In China, Draco Malfoy is the new mascot for the Year of the Horse, and Saudi Arabia is handing out passports to camels!Back at the ranch, show some love to your school counselors. The puzzle challenge has everyone buggin'—1,000 pieces is a lot, man! Big props to the cheer squad for snagging third place at Wolcott. And look for those pyramids, tumbling, and jumps taking them straight into the upcoming competitions like the NVL championship on February 21st.Don't forget Senior Night for basketball. Keep those Chromebooks charged, bring in that PB&J for DECA, and stay groovy, Woodland

After shaking off Groundhog's Day the crew started debating whether the NFL should just move the Super Bowl to President's Day so everyone can sleep off their chili-induced comas. If you're stressed about the Patriots-Seahawks matchup, the hosts suggest watching the 2014 replay; spoiler alert: they'll still probably pass on the one-yard line.In news, Saudi Arabia is building solar farms with a confusing amount of "twos," and China has debuted a humanoid robot named Moya. Moya walks with 92% human accuracy—potentially beating out some of the hosts—though its "smile percentage" remains a mystery. Meanwhile, Firefox added an "AI-block" button for anyone tired of technology asking to "help" write eight-word texts.Local sports are dominated by the 15-0 boys' basketball team and a player whom Momma Manning describes as a "criminal" for his thieving defensive skills. If you're truly desperate for action, set your alarm for 4:05 AM to watch American curling against Norway. Just remember to charge your Chromebooks and bring your peanut butter jars for the donation drive

Pengadilan Tipikor Jakarta Pusat mengungkap dugaan penyimpangan dalam proyek pengadaan laptop Chromebook dan Chrome Device Management (CDM). Dalam sidang lanjutan, jaksa menghadirkan tujuh saksi untuk mendalami proses pengadaan yang diduga menyebabkan kerugian negara mencapai 2,1 triliun rupiah.

HP Makes the Case for AI-First Collaboration Built for the Long Term At ISE 2026, HP Poly Mission Series,  lineup features AI-based noise cancellation, super wideband audio, and multiple microphone configurations across the 400, 600, and 800 Series @Doug Green Publisher, Technology Reseller News “Hybrid work only works when the technology disappears into the background,” said Brian Phillips, Product Marketing Leader at HP. “By combining AI-driven audio and video intelligence with platform longevity and centralized management, we're helping organizations deliver consistent, high-quality collaboration experiences anywhere people work.” That statement captures HP's message at ISE 2026 in Barcelona, where the company rolled out a broad set of Poly audio and video updates designed to address one of the most persistent challenges in hybrid work: how to deliver reliable, high-quality collaboration experiences at scale without increasing complexity for IT teams. Rather than positioning AI as a standalone feature, HP is embedding intelligence across its collaboration portfolio, pairing AI-driven audio and video enhancements with longer platform lifecycles, sustainability considerations, and centralized management. The strategy reflects a clear focus on enterprise buyers who must balance user experience with operational consistency and long-term planning. A key part of the announcement is the new HP Poly Mission Series, a family of corded USB headsets designed for mission-critical use cases. The lineup features AI-based noise cancellation, super wideband audio, and multiple microphone configurations across the 400, 600, and 800 Series. HP is also simplifying procurement and deployment with a single model certified across Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, and Google Voice, reducing the friction often associated with managing large headset fleets. On the video side, HP Poly VideoOS 5.0 signals a more strategic shift. Built on Android 13, the platform introduces architectural improvements designed to support future innovation while extending the usable life of HP Poly video systems. With support planned through 2032 and a roadmap toward Android 17, HP is directly addressing enterprise concerns around frequent hardware refresh cycles as collaboration software evolves. VideoOS 5.0 also delivers immediate enhancements, including smarter camera framing, enhanced AI noise blocking, multi-microphone audio mixing, and faster touch controller performance. Just as importantly, it establishes the foundation for upcoming capabilities such as DirectorAI multi-camera automatic switching, reinforcing HP's intent to evolve collaboration intelligence over time rather than through disruptive replacements. HP also used ISE 2026 to focus on a practical challenge facing many hybrid offices: Bring Your Own Device meeting rooms. The combination of the HP Poly Studio V12 video bar and the HP Thunderbolt 4 180W G6 Dock enables a single-cable connection that provides instant access to room displays, cameras, microphones, speakers, and network connectivity, while keeping laptops charged. The solution is designed to support Windows, Mac, and Chromebook users and is managed through HP Poly Lens, giving IT teams centralized control over settings, firmware updates, and device health. At the high end of the collaboration spectrum, HP continues to push toward more immersive experiences with HP Dimension with Google Beam. The AI-powered 3D video communications system combines six-camera capture, spatial audio, adaptive lighting, and real-time processing to create lifelike meetings without headsets or wearables. HP and Google are demonstrating the solution at ISE, offering a glimpse into how AI may redefine presence in future work environments. Taken together, HP's announcements at ISE 2026 reflect a clear direction. The company is betting that the next phase of collaboration will be defined not by novelty, but by intelligence that fades into the background while delivering durable, manageable, and high-quality experiences for both users and IT teams.

It's the "most Monday" Monday ever here in Woodland. Currently braving an 11-degree "heat wave" while worrying about frozen gutters,. We've even got a new mascot, Mikey the Microphone, who's looking very "Vegasy gold" but lacks a proper T-shirt for this "unrelenting winter"The main event, however, is the rodent-led meteorological civil war. It's Groundhog Day, a tradition rooted in German heritage where seemingly every small town has its own furry forecaster,. Punxsutawney Phil skipped his shadow and promised an early spring, a prediction shared by Shubenacadie Sam,. However, our local Connecticut hero, Chuckles, saw his shadow and demanded six more weeks of winter,. Since Phil only has a 50% hit rate, it's basically a coin toss whether we should keep our parkas on.While the groundhogs argue, our sports teams are actually winning; the Woodland boys are a perfect 14-0, and UConn is steamrolling rivals,. If the winter doesn't end, at least we have the advisory puzzle challenge—though we've been working on one puzzle for three weeks already,. Stay warm and charge those Chromebooks!.

This week on the Tech Tools for Teachers Podcast, we're tackling indoor recess and cold-weather creativity with two easy, no-friction tools.Tools FeaturedBoMoMo – Abstract art through motion and colorSketchpad (Sketch.io) – Simple digital drawing and design spaceWhy We Love ThemNo logins or setupWorks on Chromebooks, iPads, and laptopsGreat for brain breaks and creative resetsFlexible for multiple content areasBoMoMo: https://bomomo.comSketchpad: https://sketch.ioMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network. https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

このエピソードでは、2026 年 1月 26 日から 2 月 1 日までの間にあった Chromebook / ChromeOS の最新情報をお伝えしています。今週は、ChromeOS 144 安定版のリリース、Chromebook Plus ユーザー向け特典の提供期間の延長、Chromebook で動作する Android Desktop の映像リーク、Lenovo の次世代モデルに関する噂などがありました。▼今週のまとめ記事https://helentech.jp/weekly-chromebook-recap-260201/▼今週の主なトピック1. ChromeOS 144 安定版のリリース2. Chromebook Plus 購入特典の期間延長3. Aluminium OS が Chromebook 上で動作する映像がリーク4. Lenovo の新機種に関する 2 つ新情報 などこの他にも記事では、最新情報やレビュー記事、ハウツー記事の投稿を紹介しています。▼HelenTechについてHelenTech（へれんてっく）は、Chromebook や Google Pixel、Google Workspace など Google 製品を中心に、ChromeOS・Android・Gemini 関連の最新ニュース、レビュー、使い方をわかりやすく紹介するテックメディアです。サイト: https://helentech.jp/X : https://x.com/Helen_Techポッドキャスト (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/688zr8SUfOytl4QEXPFTsB?si=Yu4HfVGDR8qPShS3ZbvBXwチャンネル登録や高評価をいただけると、今後の活動の励みになります！---#chromebook #chromeos #podcast

We've been covering what's happening in Minnesota, and the killing of Alex Pretti, all week on The Verge. To begin this episode, Nilay explains why — and why so many others seem to feel the same way right now. After that, the hosts talk about the CEO-studded screening of Melania Trump's documentary last weekend, the disastrous public appearance from Tim Cook, and whether Cook and other CEOs have any other option but to capitulate to the Trump administration. Then it's time for some gadgets: we talk about the super-foldy, super-expensive Samsung Galaxy  Z Trifold, the Clawdbot / Moltbot phenomenon, and whether Google can finally put Chrome OS and Android together the right way. Finally, in the lightning round, it's time for Brendan Carr is a dummy, Tesla's anti-car pivot, Apple's design hires, and more. Further reading: On the ground in Minneapolis after the killing of Alex Pretti  I grew up with Alex Pretti  Creators and communities everywhere take a stand against ICE  It doesn't matter if Alex Pretti had a gun  Why won't anyone stop ICE from masking?  Tim Cook, Andy Jassy, and AMD CEO Lisa Su are at the White House for a VIP screening of the Melania doc. Tim Cook had ‘a good conversation' with Trump about deescalation  Cook in 2020: Speaking up on racism From The New York Times: Amazon's $35 Million ‘Melania' Promotion Has Critics Questioning Its Motives From The Hollywood Reporter: ‘Melania' Set for a $3 Million Opening Despite Amazon's $35 Million Marketing Push Here's Tim Cook hanging out with accused rapist Brett Ratner at the Melania screening What TikTok's new owners mean for your feed  TikTok USA is broken  TikTok is still down, here are all the latest updates  TikTok is still struggling in the US due to a “cascading systems failure.”  TikTok US is mostly back up and running  TikTok blames its US problems on a power outage  Oracle admits it broke TikTok. Congress doesn't seem to know if the TikTok deal complies with its law  Is New TikTok banning the word “Epstein” in DMs? Not really.  TikTokers are heading to UpScrolled following US takeover  Mark Zuckerberg is all in on AI as the new social media  Meta is stopping teens from chatting with its AI characters  Bluesky is testing ‘live' features to take on X  Best gas masks The Samsung Trifold will cost nearly three grand  Google just leaked a first look at Android for PC in action  Chromebooks train schoolkids to be loyal customers, internal Google document suggests  Moltbot, the AI agent that ‘actually does things,' is tech's new obsession Clawdbot's bad day  I used Claude to vibe-code my wildly overcomplicated smart home The FCC's Late Night Comedy Show Tesla discontinuing Model S and Model X to make room for robots  Tesla says production-ready Optimus robot is coming soon  Tesla hits a grim milestone: its second straight year of decline Elon Musk invests $2 billion in Elon Musk Hang on, there's a Trump Phone Ultra coming too?  Halide co-founder Sebastiaan de With is joining Apple's design team  The Stream Deck-packed gaming keyboard is a monster of good ideas Subscribe to The Verge for unlimited access to theverge.com, subscriber-exclusive newsletters, and our ad-free podcast feed.We love hearing from you! Email your questions and thoughts to vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CC460: 2026 is starting off worse than 2025, and we don't know how that's possible. Lindsie talks about the last name changes, navigating the regression she sees in Jackson, and Kail recounts the passing of beloved dog, Buddha. Plus, a crucial discussion about a terrifying lawsuit against Roblox that every parent needs to hear, and a heated debate over the role of phones versus Chromebooks in the classroom.Thank you to our sponsors!Honeylove: Save 20% off by going to honeylove.com/Coffee! #honeylovepodLeesa Mattress: Go to Leesa.com for 20% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code COFFEEProgressive: Visit Progressive.com to learn more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

About the GuestsMELODY FOWLER: Roots Farm Education Founder, Director, Form III Instructor Ages 10-12Melody is a happy wife of 28 years, a proud mother of three and now an over-the-moon grandma of four grandchildren. She was born in El Paso, Texas, and moved to Redding when she was five years old. She loved learning as a child and her favorite pastime was to play school in her garage with younger siblings and neighborhood friends on vintage desks her father bought at local yard sales.After receiving her Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies and teaching credential from Simpson University, Melody taught a self-contained fifth grade classroom for 11 years before moving on to the 8th grade teaching English and U.S. History for four years. She finds it essential to teach the next generation to revere and protect the rich inheritance of liberty they have been gifted. She also completed her administrative credential in Educational Leadership and wrote her Master's paper on Charlotte Mason.She participated in the Northern California Arts Project, the Shasta County Math Grant, and a three-year ELL grammar program teaching English as a second language. Melody was involved in her site's leadership team, acted as a site council member, and successfully advocated for funding creative problem-solving programs like Odyssey of the Mind for the gifted and talented. She also volunteered to coach other activities like student government, softball, and cheer. In her free time, she enjoys learning about education, philosophy, economics, history, gardening, and spending time with her family and six dogs.CHAD FOWLER: Roots Farm Education  Founder, Director, and Form II Instructor Ages 8-9Chad was born and raised in Shasta County. He and his wife Melody have three children with the youngest almost 16. From an early age, Chad had an interest in gardening and animals and participated in Shasta County 4-H. Chad worked his family business as well as other working retail management for many years. After helping in his son's kindergarten class and coming from a family of teachers, Chad decided his place needed to be in the classroom and he went back to school. He received his BA in Liberal Studies and teaching credential through Simpson University. He later completed his administrative credential and Masters degree in Educational Leadership through National University.  He has been a public school educator since 2008 and served as a Master Teacher, Teacher in Charge, Activities Director and Lead Teacher. He has participated in the Shasta County Math Grant, the Northern California Arts Project for teachers, Gates Literacy Grant and other teacher development trainings since 2008. Chad enjoys time in the garden growing vegetables, fruits and flowers, camping with his family and spending time with his Nigerian Dwarf Goats and chickens. Roots Farm Education In the year 2020 they started with 57 students and now have nearly 100 students. They are building slow with in-depth training for their teachers and mission alignment with the incoming families. Their mission states: Roots Farm Education provides home-educated families with a learning environment that integrates agriculture and academics. Stemming from a Christ-centered, Charlotte Mason education, the curriculum embodies western thought with the instruction that pursues truth, promotes wisdom and beauty, creates a pathway to responsibility, and fosters individual initiative and ingenuity. With the land as the laboratory and assistance from experts within the community, factual knowledge in math and science will be hands-on along with essential life skills such as: producing, processing, and marketing food, animal husbandry, sewing, and basic construction. Roots aim is to cultivate a generation of children ready to succeed in higher education, career, and life, while positively impacting the world around them and preserving the lost art of self-reliance. Show NotesTwo seasoned teachers from the public school system decided to break away and start a school that would focus on agriculture and a Christian classical pedagogy. This inspiring episode of challenges, faith, and vision tells their story. Some topics covered include:Practical advise on how to start a new school: how to create a clear vision, realistic expectations, and acceptance of trialsHow to hire the right teachersHow did the first year go and where are you now?What struggles did you face during the planning process?How Temple Grandin helped them develop a purpose for agriculture studiesHow Charlotte Mason's philosophy influenced their approach and purposeVisit Ambleside EnglandJoys of learning and Focus on education in faithForms for classes and their flexibilityWhat a generous curriculum according to Charlotte Mason really looks like in practiceAdvice to Classical Education and Faith based SchoolsClassroom teachers and how they adaptedBible StudyNot using Chromebooks and studies that prove why notHerzog Foundation support for faith based schools: the Business sideResources and People MentionedCharlotte MasonKaren GlassClassical Education Facebook Group and Beautiful Teaching with Adrienne FreasBenjamin Lyda The Herzog FoundationJohn HeitzenraterMaria MontessoriLisa Ector, Board of Directors for CMIBooks and Curriculum MentionedLittle House on the Prairie by Laura Ingles WilderCharlotte Mason volumesGuide to Working With Farm Animals by Temple GrandinDark Enough to See the Stars in a Jamestown Sky by Connie LapalloRightStart MathMicroscopic World by Rosie DickinsOctopus Scientist by Sy MontgomeryIsland of Surtsey: Iceland's Upstart Island by Loree Griffin BurnsRobin Hood by Howard PyleMere Christianity by C.S. Lewis and the Study GuideMarco Polo: his travels and adventures by George Makepeace TowleCanterbury Tales book and videosChris Hall on Common ArtsBooks about damaging use of ChromebooksJamestown books; Dark Enough to See the Stars in a Jamestown Sky by Connie Lapallo and Blood on the River by Elisa CarboneIsland of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'DellAlfie Kohn books on educationSchools they visited in DallasMount St. Michael Catholic School in DallasJohn Heitzenrater's school (He was the headmaster of Founders Classical in Corinth Texas when Chad and Melody visited. Now he is the headmaster of  Chrysostom Academy in PA).St. George Classical Academy in Denton, TX founded by Benjamin Lyda, author of Scriptorium Writing and Living Classical. _____________________________________This podcast is produced by Beautiful Teaching, LLC.Support this podcast:

Rise and shine, Woodland! It's your favorite morning mayhem, coming at ya live this groovy January 29th! Can you dig it? It's Registration Day, baby! Slide into advisory, fire up those Chromebooks, and lock in your classes for next year. If you're feeling in a funk, check that course catalog on Schoology!It's a winter wonderland out there, so break out the roof rakes and watch those gutters! While you're staying cozy, hit the Pom Pom poll—are you team Hot Coffee or a Protein Smoothie today? Puzzle lovers, rejoice! You've got until February 6th to finish those edges. And don't miss the NHS fundraiser in Cheshire on Feb 3rd or the Track team at the Tap House on Feb 4th!In the big world, Gold is hitting a funky record high of $5,500 an ounce. Meanwhile, China has a viral crying horse plushy that's hitting all the emotional notes for the modern worker!Sports fans, hold onto your hats: Eli Manning and Bill Belichick were snubbed for the Hall of Fame! Absolute madness! But keep the faith—UConn is still #1. Charge those Chromebooks, stay groovy, and keep it tuned right here!

In this kickoff episode of PodcastPD's 2026 monthly series, Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco launch a year-long conversation around one big, loaded question: What does it actually mean to “fix” education? Drawing from their perspectives as a classroom teacher and a building administrator, they unpack why education feels broken—and why quick fixes and political talking points miss the point.The conversation dives into student engagement, burnout, technology overload, cell phone policies, professional development, and the lingering effects of the pandemic. Rather than offering silver bullets, Chris and AJ focus on what is within educators' control: mindset, instructional choices, leadership decisions, and how we grow as professionals. This episode sets the tone for a thoughtful, honest series focused on meaningful, sustainable change—one classroom and one school at a time.Key Topics DiscussedWhat people really mean when they say “education is broken”The post-pandemic reality vs. the promise of changeStudent apathy, grit, and cognitive enduranceTeachers caught between engagement and exhaustionAdministrators navigating mandates, data, and human needsThe pendulum swing of educational technologyCell phone bans, Chromebooks, handwriting, and balanceWhy professional development needs a resetWhat educators can actually control right nowGrowth mindset, experimentation, and learning out loudWhat Are We Listening to?AJ: The Mindset Mentor podcast, hosted by Rob Dial.AJ describes it as a mindset and personal growth podcast that blends psychology, neuroscience, habit-building, and goal setting, and notes that he's been especially into recent episodes focused on preparing for 2026, habits, anxiety, and self-improvement.Chris: Instead of a traditional podcast recommendation this month, Chris is spotlighting a daily short-form video series he's been creating throughout January focused entirely on how to start a podcast.

This week's full broadcast of Computer Talk Radio includes - 00:00 - Nerd news for the normal world - Microsoft, AI, Netflix, Apple, OpenAI, weather, gravity, NASA - 11:00 - Listener Q&A - no more PC buys - Marcus asks if we no longer have to buy new every 3 years - 22:00 - Gemini and Siri collaboration - Keith and Benjamin talk over the Siri and AI issues at Apple - 31:00 - Marty Winston's Wisdom - Mark guests in with Annova Precision Chamber Vacuum Sealer - 39:00 - Scam Series - Pre-Refund Trap - Benjamin warns when people offer you cash you don't expect - 44:00 - Keske on tech adoption rates - Steve talks how different generations handle tech adoption - 56:00 - Dr Doreen Galli - TBW reports - Dr Doreen Galli talks identity of us, and packaging tech - 1:07:00 - Listener Q&A - slow Chromebook - Diana says neice reports school issued Chromebook is slow - 1:16:00 - IT Professional Series - 363 - Benjamin shows importance of SMB and SOHO Internet routers - 1:24:00 - Listener Q&A - push notifications - David asks if he should accept push notifications from websites

This week Kate and Rob return to the show at a heavy moment in our Minneapolis and wider Minnesota community. We talk about in how in any times and especially in tough times how we build community and find resilience through learning, family, community, and making art. Related Links and Resources The Empathetic Chicken on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/the_empathetic_chicken/) Lean Into Art (https://www.leanintoart.com/) Support the Show via Products and Services We Offer Get Rob's latest game Word Turtle Island where you rescue books and readers from creatures trying to destroy and control all knowledge. Use words as your weapons by typing manually with keyboard or automatically with game controller, touch screen or mouse! Word Turtle Island - Apple Store (iPhone and iPad and also runs on Mac) (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/word-turtle-island/id6498151256) Word Turtle Island - Google Play (Android and Chromebooks) (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shieldsstenzinger.wordturtleisland) Word Turtle Island - Steam (PC/Windows and Steam Deck) (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2861880/Word_Turtle_Island/) Connect with Kate's Therapy, Coaching, and Workshops at Insight Studio Insight Studio - Therapy - Play - Reset + Creativity (https://insightstudio.art/) Art and Science Picks The scientiffic method: Khan Academy | Introduction to the Scientific Method (https://www.khanacademy.org/science/biology/intro-to-biology/science-of-biology/a/the-science-of-biology#:~:text=Make%20an%20observation.,make%20new%20hypotheses%20or%20predictions.) Scientific method - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scientific_method) Steps of the Scientific Method (https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/science-fair/steps-of-the-scientific-method) Blumvox Studios | Voiceover Training with Steve Blum (https://www.blumvoxstudios.com/), where Rob is currently studying voiceover and loving it. Note: found out Steve Blum's name is pronounced like the word "bloom". Ways to Connect with Us and the Show Art and Science Punks Blog (https://artandsciencepunks.com/) Art and Science Punks Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/artandsciencepunks/) Art and Science Podcast Page (https://artsciencepunks.fireside.fm/) Rob's Links Page (https://linktr.ee/robstenzinger) for Rob's latest games, merch, teaching Kate on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kateshieldsstenzinger) Send a note and support via Rob's Buy Me a Coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/robstenzinger)

El programa 2810 de Radiogeek, les habló de varios temas importantes. Expertos en seguridad advierten a usuarios que actualicen sus auriculares ante vulnerabilidad de emparejamiento rápido de Google; ChatGPT lanza un competidor de Google Translate; Grok finalmente prohíbe la generación ilegal de pornografía tras críticas mundiales; Las Chromebooks existentes pueden actualizarse a Android y el soporte para ChromeOS continuará; y por ultimo al menos por ahora los suscriptores estadounidenses de Spotify recibirán un aumento de precio generalizado. Toda esta información la pueden encontrar desde nuestra web www.infosertec.com.ar o bien desde el canal de Telegram/Whastapp, o Instagram. Esperamos sus comentarios.

Are you absolutely crawling through January molasses, too? I know I am! In this week's Team BNT meeting we're talking honestly about what happens when tired, overwhelmed students are trying (and failing) to keep everything in their heads as finals approach. I share simple, repeatable routines that help students reduce anxiety, take control of their time, and build real classroom community. We also touch on real teacher life during this stretch, from finals grading and midyear resets to Costco snack runs, and wrap up with a sneak peek at Brave New Teaching University, our upcoming space designed to make everything we've created more organized, usable, and supportive for teachers in 2026 and beyond!Resources:NEW: Watch BNT episodes on YouTube!Shop Our Faves.Related Episodes:Episode 276, Ok, But What if the Secret to Getting Them to Read is Getting Them to WRITE??Episode 277, Phones, Chromebooks, AI, and the Battle for Their Attention (Send Help!)Episode 278, Kids Have Officially Forgotten How to Play, and We're Going to Help Them Remember!Episode 279, 2026 Will Bring Uncomfortable Shifts, and That's a Really Good Thing Episode 280, New Year Teacher Trends for 2026: Goals, Books, and Real Talk - BNT Team MeetingSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode281"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Head to bravenewteaching.com/waitlist to become a beta tester for BNT University!Support the show

In this episode, Jared explains why musicians should position themselves as high-end services rather than just artists. Using Apple vs. Chromebook as an analogy, he breaks down how to target corporate events, weddings, and galas where clients value the guest experience and are willing to pay premium rates.

New year, new team meeting, and it's Amanda behind the mic kicking off 2026 with what's been on my mind lately. In this episode, I share updates from my move into an elementary school library role, why curated is my word of the year, and how that mindset is shaping everything from my home to my business. We also talk reading goals, audiobooks, and how my feelings about reading numbers have shifted over time. I wrap things up by zooming out to the bigger picture of teaching and leave you with one essential question every department should be asking as we plan for what's next!

PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK (OUT MAY 5, 2026)!!! — https://bit.ly/43BquPd Teacher besties… this episode I'm talking about hosting nearly 30 people for Thanksgiving (including a self-appointed “Director of Thanksgiving”), discovering my husband's family may have some intense World War II memorabilia, and the moment I suddenly had to ask, “Was he… on the right side?” And then, because the universe wasn't done with me, we dive into a student who shotgunned a seltzer in the middle of a lesson like he was training for a frat he cannot legally join yet… and another student who thought it would be hilarious to make his teacher's mom his Chromebook wallpaper. Plus, I'm climbing onto a hill that I know is going to get me fired up, because if we don't fix this issue in education, nothing else even matters. Takeaways: The unexpected family “heirloom” that made me question everything I knew about my husband's family tree. The seventh grader who cracked open a seltzer like he was at a tailgate… during a lesson on industrialization. Why I now fully believe middle schoolers work for the FBI. A brain break resource that turns even high-schoolers into unhinged backup dancers. The one education issue that will ruin every reform effort until we actually address it. -- Teachers' night out? Yes, please! Come see comedian Educator Andrea…Get your tickets at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teachersloungelive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Educatorandrea.com/tickets⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for laugh out loud Education! — Don't Be Shy Come Say Hi: www.podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube: @educatorandrea A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when a school-issued Chromebook starts talking to your child—without permission?In this episode of Scrolling 2 Death, Nicki is joined by Julie Frumin, a mental health professional, mom, and education safety advocate in Southern California, who shares her shocking experience navigating school-issued devices, hidden AI chatbots, and a system that told her she had only two choices: accept AI on her children's devices—or turn them in entirely.Julie walks us through:How her elementary-aged daughter was exposed to inappropriate content during school recessHow an AI chatbot appeared unprompted on her middle schooler's Chromebook, offering to do his homeworkWhy schools claim parents cannot legally opt out of devices in CaliforniaThe hidden data collection, surveillance, and lack of transparency inside EdTech platformsThe intimidation parents face when raising concerns with districts and school boardsWhy “teaching kids to use tech responsibly” ignores brain development and addiction scienceWe also dig into the bigger picture: Why EdTech is replacing teachers, how school budgets are being diverted to software contracts, and why parents deserve transparency, consent, and the right to refuse technology that doesn't serve their children.Julie shares practical advice for parents who want to push back—starting with teachers, navigating principals and school boards, and getting involved in statewide policy efforts, including proposals to:Require full transparency and parental consent for EdTechPause AI use in K–8 classroomsRestore paper-and-pencil learning and assessmentsMove toward distraction-free, developmentally appropriate schoolsThis is an essential conversation for any parent who's been told, “This is just how school works now.”Because it doesn't have to be.‍Resources, research, and advocacy links mentioned in this episode are available here:Parent Templates to start conversations with your school, organized by Tech-Safe LearningFit for Purpose by Faith BonningerDistraction Free Schools CaliforniaDistraction Free Schools (US)Interviews with neuroscientist Jared Cooney-Horvath here and hereSchools Beyond Screens (LAUSD Coalition)Book Reco: Screen DamageBook Reco: Digital Delusion by Jared Cooney-HorvathJoin The Heat is On parent group to take action

If you're limping toward break and just trying to survive the week, this episode is a quick, honest team meeting and much-needed reality check. I reflect on how teaching has shifted since 2020, how AI and technology are changing our classrooms, and why many old strategies no longer work. This isn't about changing everything now, but about planting seeds for a future shift and giving yourself permission to finish the year tired, steady, and still hopeful!Resources:Real, Fake, or Deepfake? This Lesson Helps Students DecideGen Z is Redefining Work - and Driving Their Managers MadNEW: Watch BNT episodes on YouTube!Shop Our Faves.More BNT Team Meetings:Episode 275, Fine, We Can Game-ify Reading (But No Gimmicks!)Episode 276, Ok, But What if the Secret to Getting Them to Read is Getting Them to WRITE??Episode 277, Phones, Chromebooks, AI, and the Battle for Their Attention (Send Help!)Episode 278, Kids Have Officially Forgotten How to Play, and We're Going to Help Them Remember!SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode279"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Get your FREE Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs gateway lesson: shop.bravenewteaching.com/cloudyCheck out Curriculum Rehab here!Support the show

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training As a user, do you still use search engines or have completely defaulted to AI? How will this shift reshape the agency world? How will ads work when people are only getting the one answer they need? Most agency owners are still treating SEO like it's 2012 — optimizing keywords, buying backlinks, and praying to the Google gods. But search has already changed. People are asking AI for answers, not Googling for links. And if you want your agency or your personal brand to stay visible in this new era, the rules are completely different. Today's featured guest will unpack the shift from SEO to AEO and why most businesses are invisible to AI without even realizing it. Kasim Aslam is one of the world's leading voices on Answer Engine Optimization. He runs one of the largest AEO communities and leads a six person research team that has analyzed millions of AI citations to understand how large language models choose their sources. He is also the author of The AEO Blueprint and the founder of multiple companies, including a staffing agency, a mastermind, and AEO.co. Kasim has spent the past year deep in the trenches studying how AI crawlers gather, filter, and prioritize information. When it comes to AEO, nobody has more real data. In this episode, we'll discuss: SEO is over. Understanding AEO. Why brands may get lost in LLMs. The quiet Google change that just changed everything in AI citations. The future of ads. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources E2M Solutions: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by E2M Solutions, a web design, and development agency that has provided white-label services for the past 10 years to agencies all over the world. Check out e2msolutions.com/smartagency and get 10% off for the first three months of service. Why SEO Is No Longer Enough: The Rise of Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) To understand Answer Engine Optimization, we must first understand that, despite what some agencies may be saying, it is not the same as SEO. Traditional search engines prioritize links. That is why entire industries exist around buying them. In the world of LLMs, backlinks barely matter. The number one ranking factor for AI citations is schema markup. And only 12.4% of websites have clean, validated schema. In other words, nearly 90% of brands are invisible to AI crawlers, regardless of how strong their SEO is. Schema isn't just another optimization tactic. It is the visibility layer. It is the metadata that helps LLMs understand and categorize your content. If your schema is broken or missing, AI cannot reference you even if your content is excellent. This is the equivalent of having a beautiful storefront on a street no one can find. The second key is social mentions. In the same way SEO relied on links, AEO relies on people talking about you. For instance, a TikTok comment from someone in the agency industry saying Jason Swenk is their go-to agency guy counts as an authority signal. LLMs weigh these human mentions heavily. Finally, a lot of the nuances on AEO are changing every day, but Kasim has learned that the real key is building authority, long-form content. That along with clear schema and personal brand is the future of staying in the conversation. Why Personal Authority Beats Brand Authority in AI Search One of the biggest shifts Kasim highlights is that answer engines prefer individuals. A person can write a book, earn a PhD, share opinions, create content, develop mastery, and build authority in a way brands cannot. That means generalists are in trouble. If your expertise is scattered, AI won't know how to classify you and won't choose you as an authoritative answer. Meanwhile, someone who goes deep in a single topic becomes the preferred answer. It is a shift away from corporate brand authority and toward personal authority. Authority is not spread across a company anymore. It sits with people. Agencies that hide behind a brand name will lose visibility. Personal brands that plant a flag will win. For agency owners, this is huge. You do not need a bigger brand. You need clear expertise tied to a real person. This is exactly why Jason positions all the Agency Mastery content around him. Personalities thrive. Brands get lost. Where LLMs Get Their Data (and Why That Just Changed Overnight) Kasim's research revealed that 21 percent of all AI citations once came from Reddit. YouTube followed at 18.8 percent. These platforms had deep context and raw human conversation, which LLMs love. Then Google quietly changed everything. Twenty two days before the interview, Google cut off 90% of the internet from AI crawlers by reducing search results from hundreds to ten. Because LLMs rely on deep search results (not the top ten), reducing the searchable depth limits the information AI can access - removing platforms like Reddit from the AI training pipeline. AI tools rely heavily on these deeper results for nuance. By limiting access, Google essentially removed Reddit and other community based sites from the AI food chain. This change sent shockwaves through stock prices and visibility, and most people never noticed. Google is protecting the content needed to train AI because only two organizations truly own the global knowledge graph: Google and Amazon. OpenAI and the rest are crawling, not casing, the internet, which means they operate at a major disadvantage. Google is playing statecraft. And according to Kasim, Google will win the AI race. The Rise of Screenless Search and Voice-Driven Results According to Kasim, we are quickly moving toward a screenless world. Eric Schmidt has said the screenless future is years away, not decades. And the younger generation is already there. Over 55 percent of people under 25 use voice instead of text. Voice queries require different markup, structure, and formatting, and only 0.3 percent of websites use voice schema. Meanwhile, 65 percent of all searches end in zero clicks. People are asking, getting an answer, and moving on. That number does not even include the people who have stopped using search altogether and have already shifted to answer engines. This means your future website is not for your audience. It is for AI. Kasim is rebuilding his personal site in Notion because he believes CSS-light, simple, stripped down sites will perform better for AI ingestion. We are entering a world where content is created for machines first and humans last. How Google Gemini Is Rewriting the Future of Advertising Here is a wild data point. When Kasim set up new Chromebooks for his kids, he discovered the default search engine was not Google. It was Gemini. Google owns Chrome. Google owns Chromebooks. Yet they replaced its primary revenue driver on its own device with a product that currently has no ads. This tells you where the company is headed. They are rebuilding a new knowledge graph optimized for answer engines, while competitors still reply on the old search-oriented graph. And the future ad model will be nothing like what agencies grew up on. If one answer becomes the default experience, where do ads go? How are they shown? What are users willing to tolerate? And will businesses have to give away deep content to earn visibility the same way early YouTubers and bloggers did? These questions will reshape the entire lead generation ecosystem. Data, Moats, and the K-Shaped Economy The people who win in this new world are those who own data. Not tool access or workflows. Data. Custom GPTs, custom models, and proprietary knowledge bases become your moat. We are entering a K-shaped economy. Twenty percent of people and businesses will become unstoppable because their productivity will outpace demand. Eighty percent will fall to zero. The middle disappears. That means agency owners must adapt, evolve, and lean into deep expertise. Vibe coding (the rapid, exploratory use of AI tools) and no code platforms are accelerating this divide. Kasim's team recreated a software that normally costs ten thousand a year in a weekend. Entire SaaS categories are about to be wiped out. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

This discussion dives into the debate over affordable computing for students and families, comparing Chromebooks, iPads, and the possibility of a new low-cost Mac from Apple. Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and David Ginsburg compare performance, device lifespan, security, and management tools, asking how Apple can compete in price-sensitive school markets without sacrificing the user experience that defines its hardware.   MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at clnmy.com/MACVOICES. Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Introduction and sponsor mention for CleanMyMac[0:33] Setting up the “cage match” between iPad and low-cost Mac stories[1:20] iPads vs Chromebooks for everyday users and parents[2:09] Pricing out entry-level iPads with keyboard cases[3:27] Classroom realities: Windows, Chromebooks, and grant-funded gear[4:34] Teachers' buying patterns and attraction to Macs and iPads[6:13] Why Apple might pursue a cheaper Mac for education markets[7:36] How far can Apple compromise on specs and price?[9:07] What schools demand: current OS, MDM, and supportability[12:13] Battery life, storage, and modem options in low-cost devices[15:16] Sponsor break: CleanMyMac and holiday “gift of performance”[17:08] Personal experiences with iPads as daily machines[19:20] Re-using M1/M2 chips and parallels to the old eMac[21:09] Chromebook lifespans and e-waste concerns[22:03] Apple vs Chromebook pricing and the 11-inch MacBook wish[28:27] Mi-Fis, cellular management, and school budget realities[31:12] Final thoughts on Apple's education strategy and affordability Links: This $450 iPad setup is a better buy than most Chromebooks, here's why https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/23/ipad-a16-vs-budget-chromebook-sub-500-comparison-black-friday-deal/ Apple Is Planning Cheaper Macs That Compete With Budget Chromebooks and PCs, Report Sayshttps://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/apple-is-planning-cheaper-macs-that-compete-with-budget-chromebooks-and-pcs-report-says/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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This discussion dives into the debate over affordable computing for students and families, comparing Chromebooks, iPads, and the possibility of a new low-cost Mac from Apple. Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and David Ginsburg compare performance, device lifespan, security, and management tools, asking how Apple can compete in price-sensitive school markets without sacrificing the user experience that defines its hardware.   MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at clnmy.com/MACVOICES. Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Introduction and sponsor mention for CleanMyMac [0:33] Setting up the "cage match" between iPad and low-cost Mac stories [1:20] iPads vs Chromebooks for everyday users and parents [2:09] Pricing out entry-level iPads with keyboard cases [3:27] Classroom realities: Windows, Chromebooks, and grant-funded gear [4:34] Teachers' buying patterns and attraction to Macs and iPads [6:13] Why Apple might pursue a cheaper Mac for education markets [7:36] How far can Apple compromise on specs and price? [9:07] What schools demand: current OS, MDM, and supportability [12:13] Battery life, storage, and modem options in low-cost devices [15:16] Sponsor break: CleanMyMac and holiday "gift of performance" [17:08] Personal experiences with iPads as daily machines [19:20] Re-using M1/M2 chips and parallels to the old eMac [21:09] Chromebook lifespans and e-waste concerns [22:03] Apple vs Chromebook pricing and the 11-inch MacBook wish [28:27] Mi-Fis, cellular management, and school budget realities [31:12] Final thoughts on Apple's education strategy and affordability Links: This $450 iPad setup is a better buy than most Chromebooks, here's why https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/23/ipad-a16-vs-budget-chromebook-sub-500-comparison-black-friday-deal/ Apple Is Planning Cheaper Macs That Compete With Budget Chromebooks and PCs, Report Says https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/apple-is-planning-cheaper-macs-that-compete-with-budget-chromebooks-and-pcs-report-says/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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Kids are wild, but this teacher story left all of us speechless.   Our brand new "Is it Friday Yet" Comedy Tour is now on sale for 2026! Don't forget we are finishing off the year on TOUR..Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT    PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: https://teacherspeakers.com/  We're giving away over $3350 in gift cards EVERY SINGLE DAY all month long!! That's right, 31 Days of Amazing Gift Card Giveaways to celebrate YOU this holiday season!  https://bit.ly/TODHolidayGiveaway  Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com    Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod   Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a    Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hHNybdOJb7BOwe0eNE7z6?si=840ced6459274f98  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612  _________________________________   Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by:    Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer   Naked Wines | Go to https://www.nakedwines.com/tod and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD 1-800 Contacts | Order online at https://www.1800contacts.com/ or download the free 1-800 Contacts app today. CashApp | Download CashApp at https://cash.app/. Use our exclusive referral code SECURE10 in your profile, send $5 to a friend within 14 days, and you'll get $10 dropped right into your account. ________________________________ Welcome back to another chaotic and hilarious episode of the Teachers Off Duty Podcast, where Bri, Anna, and Jessica dive into the wildest classroom stories and the kind of teacher tea you truly cannot make up. This week's conversation goes completely off the rails in the best way possible, from students roasting each other's pets to vape-pen busts in the bathroom to a teacher who literally copied Jessica's outfits, haircut, and even got a matching tattoo.  The crew also talks about teachers who mysteriously stop showing up to work but still post beach selfies, kids staging full-on classroom strikes, Chromebooks being set on fire because of TikTok trends, and students falling backward in their desks just for entertainment. We also get into teacher pranks, undercover spirit weeks, coworker chaos, and all the behind-the-scenes moments that remind us why education is never boring.  If you're a teacher or just love teacher humor, this episode is pure gold from start to finish. Drop your own wild classroom or teacher stories in the comments because we want the tea, and don't forget to follow the Board Teachers Comedy Tour to see if they're coming to your city. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss the weekly teacher chaos. Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!  Follow your hosts:  Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes  Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK  Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TeachersOffDuty  

Screens are running the show, and we need to talk about it! Phones, Chromebooks, AI - they're everywhere, and they're changing how students focus, work, and just be. I (it's Marie!) break down two articles, one on how kids think we can get them off their phones, and another on how screen time is shaping education. From chaos during unstructured time to AI cheating popping up everywhere, it's a lot to navigate. I also share a few screen-free ideas for your classroom and would love to hear how this shows up for you. Send us a DM and let's chat!Resources:Article: What Kids Told Us About How to Get Them Off Their PhonesArticle: The Screen That Ate Your Child's EducationThe Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtGeneration Me by Jean M. TwengeNEW: Watch BNT episodes on YouTube!Shop Our Faves.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode277"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Get your FREE Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs gateway lesson: shop.bravenewteaching.com/cloudyCheck out Curriculum Rehab here!Support the show

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This week on Sunday Night Teacher Talk, CJ shares hallway snowstorms, Christmas confetti, and real talk about what happens when a student's only friend cuts ties. We dive into how to rebuild class culture after an extended absence, why some teachers are ditching scripted curriculum (or fighting to), and what to say when other staff roll their eyes at esports teams.Also in this episode: strategies for ADHD-friendly lesson planning, navigating parent pressure to get rid of Chromebooks, joyful ideas for the holidays, and how to line up students without chaos. Plus—why being a teacher from another country doesn't mean starting from scratch.✉️ FREE Weekly Teaching TipsStay updated & get exclusive strategies in my newsletter

TikTok has our classrooms cooked—let's decode 6–7, 'hey chat,' and all the chaos students bring to school.   NEW Tour NEW dates in 2026! Remember, we are still in 2025...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you this FALL! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT  We're coming to back to Canada! Tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT  PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: https://teacherspeakers.com/    Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com    Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod   Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a    Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hHNybdOJb7BOwe0eNE7z6?si=840ced6459274f98  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612  _________________________________   Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by:    Naked Wines | Go to https://www.nakedwines.com/tod and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD   Acorns Early | Register today at https://www.acorns.com/TOD and get your first month FREE   _________________________________ TikTok trends in the classroom… love them or WHOOP-DE-DO?    Today the crew dives into the viral chaos students bring to school: the infamous "6–7" bit, calling teachers by their first names, Chromebook pranks, paper-dart ceilings, BookTok "lies," and why whispering can be scarier than yelling. We decode slang like "chat, we're cooked," "crash out," "gat," and "wagon," swap pre-K war stories, and admit the moments that made us feel 1000 years old. If you teach, sub, parent, or just love teacher comedy, this one will have you hollering. We also shout out the real MVPs keeping us sane: co-teachers, TAs, and paras. Thanks for the snacks, the backup, and the lifesaving Red Bulls. Drop your most unhinged school trend in the comments and tell us which slang your students won't stop saying. Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!  Follow your hosts:  Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes  Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK  Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast

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