Christian Cawley

The Really Useful Podcast

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Struggling with your tech? Don't understand what's going on in social media? Just want to use your phone, tablet, laptop, or even your TV without losing your grip? We're here to help you out! Our team of inspirational technology writers are ready with words of encouragement to help you through any problem you're facing with your PC, social media account, home theater, whatever! Want to get to grips with your tech? Hit play!

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Christian Cawley

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Experian Dark Web Scan, Skype Blur, Free Online Courses, and KonMari for Twitter 12.02.2019 38:16

Concerned about your email accounts and other personal data being stolen? You've possibly heard of Experian's Dark Web Scan service, but do you really need it? In this week's Really Useful Podcast we find out, along with taking a look at Skype's new blurred background feature, where to find college-standard online courses for free, and how to tidy Twitter the Marie Kondo way. We also take a look a...

Positivity for 2019, Who Viewed You on LinkedIn, and Why You Should Use 2FA 04.02.2019 30:35

Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips bring you some of the latest great productivity and tech tips from MakeUseOf.com, bringing you safely and productively into 2019. In this week's show, we discuss using positivity apps to manage depression, how to spot who has viewed your LinkedIn profile, and how to secure your accounts with two-factor authentication (2FA). Shownotes: Positivity Apps to Manage D...

10: Our Top 5 Really Useful Tips So Far 17.12.2018 38:30

We're back for a special Really Useful Podcast looking back at five of our favorite tips so far. Join Christian Cawley, Ian Buckley, Gavin Philips, and Ben Stegner as they discuss: Why your PC is slowing down How to make a HDTV antenna Deceitful Amazon reviews Building a DIY desk Buying a printer We'll be back in 2019. Have a great holiday!

Crypto Crash, Buying a New Printer & Cleaning a Laptop Keyboard 27.11.2018 42:23

Why has the cryptocoin bubble burst, and should you buy a Steam Link while they're going cheap? These questions are discussed in the latest Really Useful Podcast with Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley. PLUS: Tips for buying a new printer and cleaning a laptop keyboard. Shownotes: Valve discontinues Steam Link: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/valve-discontinues-steam-link/ Crypto price crash-what it m...

Black Friday Scams Explained PLUS What Is a Meme? 20.11.2018 33:58

Thinking about buying gifts for Christmas this Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Planning on wasting the Thanksgiving weekend searching for deals? Funnily enough, so are scammers - only YOU are the deal. We've got some concerning Black Friday scams to look out for this week on the Really Useful Podcast, and we also take a look at what a meme is. Your hosts are Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner. Showno...

7: More Windows Update Bugs, Edit PDFs, and Get Paid to Play Games 13.11.2018 40:47

We're back with more tips and tricks, including some notes on how to earn money from playing video games---yes, it's possible! As ever, we kick off by breaking down some recent tech news, find out why it matters to you, and help you decide what to do with it. This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips. Shownotes: Disney announces streaming service: https://www.makeus...

6: New Macs, Flickr Limits, Affordable Printing, DIY Computer Desks 05.11.2018 44:25

Join Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley as they find the useful aspects of recent tech news and share some tips for affordable printing and DIY computer desks. https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/new-apple-macbook-air-mac-mini-ipad-pro/ https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/flickr-limits-free-users-photos/ https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/top-5-world-news-websites-guaranteed-free-censorship/ https://www.makeuseof.co...

5: WhatsApp Stickers, Why Your PC Is Slow, Google Search Privacy, SEGA Forever! 30.10.2018 48:18

Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner bring you the latest tech tips and news for technophobes. Make your tech useful and not a headache with these items: WhatsApp Stickers---what are they, and why?: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/send-stickers-using-whatsapp/ Delete Google Search history: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/delete-your-google-search-history/ Sell your phone instantly on eBay: https://www.mak...

4: Spotify Endless, Deceitful Amazon Reviews, Boost Android Storage 22.10.2018 42:51

A recording of a special live podcast, looking at some great news about Spotify, how to spot deceitful reviews on Amazon and a great tip to boost storage on Android phones and tablets. With Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips

3: How to Get Free Wi-Fi, Use Your Phone as a PC Webcam, and Be More Productive with Google Calendar 15.10.2018 29:03

Christian Cawley is back with some new productivity tips to help you make your tech work for you. With guest presenter Ian Buckley. Get free Wi-Fi: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-get-free-internet-service-almost-anywhere/ Use Your Phone as a PC Webcam: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/use-smartphone-webcam-computer/ Be More Productive with Google Calendar: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/google-c...

2: Stop Using CCleaner, Make a DIY HDTV Antenna with a Paperclip! 08.10.2018 37:19

This week Ben Stegner joins Christian Cawley to discuss ways in which you can make tech work for you. With tips and tricks to help you make your digital life more productive. Shownotes: Netflix Data Hog: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/netflix-biggest-data-hog-world/ Build a HDTV antenna with a paperclip: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/build-diy-hdtv-antenna/ Stop using CCleaner on Windows: https://w...

1: Download Instagram Videos, Delay Windows 10 Update 01.10.2018 36:35

Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips bring you the latest tips and tricks to make your digital life more productive. Shownotes: Facebook & Instagram account hack: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/facebook-hack-50-million-accounts/ Microsoft to kill Skype Classic: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/microsoft-ending-support-skype-classic/ Skype calls on Amazon Echo: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/microsoft...