The Tech Addicts Podcast

Gareth Myles

Lively and rousing weekly UK based podcast about all forms of technology. Hosted by Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Visit us at www.techaddicts.uk

  1. Tech Addicts 2026 – UK Social Media Nasty List

    4d ago

    Tech Addicts 2026 – UK Social Media Nasty List

    It's another packed week in tech with Gareth and Ted covering stories ranging from niche gadgets to major software changes that could affect millions of users. This week's show include an industrial-grade vinyl cutter that lets music lovers press their own records at home, Lenovo's surprisingly audio-focused new Android tablet, new legislation designed to make the internet safer for children, Microsoft Teams becoming a little too aware of where you're working, and fresh criticism of Windows 11's Media Player. With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss Direct Download | iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify  Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK News Sick of scrounging in thrift stores for LPs or paying $40 for a new album? This pro vinyl cutter lets you make your own — but it's an absolute beast Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 launches with 9 JBL speakers and a 12.1" LCD with Dolby Vision New rules to protect children online Microsoft Teams will use Wi-Fi connectivity to automatically update your work location Windows 11's New Media Player Uses 3.5x More RAM, Charges for Popular Video Codecs Banters: Knocking out a Quick Bant Microsoft is killing Office 2021 in 2026, and it's pushing hard for 365  Alternate article - Microsoft is killing Office 2021 in October to push you onto Microsoft 365, how to fight back Bought Report Bellemond Magnetic Kent Paper Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Tab & 15 Pen Tips for Samsung Galaxy S-Pen Bargain Basement: Best UK deals and tech on sale we have spotted EF ECOFLOW DELTA 3 Max Portable Power Station, 2048Wh LiFePO₄ Battery, 2400W X-Boost Output, w/code £698.28 - WL49S3M2 Motorola Razr 60 Ultra £799.99 from £1,099.00 (£160 x 5 months for me) UGREEN Nexode 140W 25000mAh Laptop Power Bank Fast Charging Portable Charger - Prime Exclusive - Sold by UGREEN GROUP LIMITED UK / FBA - £49.99 XIAOMI 17 512GB/12GB, £749 from £999 (£149.80 x 5 months for me) CORSAIR CX750 80 PLUS Bronze Non Modular Low-Noise ATX 750 Watt Power Supply (Black) £54.98 Anker Prime 250W USB-C Charger £109 from £169.99 - not seen quite this cheap before soundcore Boom 3i by Anker Rugged Bluetooth Outdoor Speakers, IP68 Waterproof, 50W Black - Sold by AnkerDirect FBA - Early Prime Day Deal - £49.99 Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32GB) Bundle with No Ads. & Amazon Fabric Cover & Wireless Charging Dock - £234.97 from £344.97 reMarkable Starter Bundle – reMarkable 2 Tablet | Includes 10.3" Writing Tablet, Marker Plus Pen with Built-in Eraser - Prime Members Price - £339.99 Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

    1h 19m
  2. Tech Addicts 2026 - Britain - The Biggest Hole Ever

    Jun 14

    Tech Addicts 2026 - Britain - The Biggest Hole Ever

    Welcome to Tech Addicts! In this episode, Gareth and Ted dive into the massive £1bn Amazon UK investment, Google's AI liability, and the bizarre truth behind "Britain's biggest hole." Also, look at Lenovo's batteryless rugged tablet, the Lenovo Legion Go S, and Ted's retro review of the Pebble Time 2. If you enjoy UK tech news, reviews, and massive tech bargains, hit that subscribe button! With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss Direct Download | iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify  Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK On the show this week: A spy in your pocket? How the UK's proposed on-device nude image blocking could work in reality Lenovo Just Built a $499 Rugged Tablet You Can Run Without a Battery Britain: biggest hole ever! Court actually holds Google responsible for everything AI Overviews get wrong Microsoft is locking Office 2019 users out of editing on Apple devices starting next month Researchers are developing textiles that can produce drinking water from the air Amazon reveals £1bn investment in the UK - 4,000 jobs set to be created, with new £500m fulfilment centre hoping to speed up deliveries across the country Banters: I bought a thing! - Lenovo Legion Go S Ted's Review - Pebble Time 2 BARGAIN BASEMENT (Best UK Tech Deals) Please note: Prices correct at time of recording. Check links for live availability. Google Pixel 10a Lisen USB-C to USB-C Cable, 60W, 4-Pack  soundcore by Anker Select 2S Bluetooth Speaker  Tecknet Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard  Anker Nano 13-in-1 Laptop Docking Station Samsung Galaxy S25 FE  Aioneus USB C Plug,40W Multi USBC Plug UK PD Power Adapter  SoundCore Motion X600 Bluetooth Speaker Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

    1h 22m
  3. Tech Addicts 2026 - Lenovo and the Ill-Gotten Games of Doom

    Jun 7

    Tech Addicts 2026 - Lenovo and the Ill-Gotten Games of Doom

    Is the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra just a flawed MacBook Pro clone? In this episode of the Tech Addicts Podcast, Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon break down Samsung's latest flagship laptop, debate Lenovo's controversial Game Boy-inspired handheld gaming console, and question if Google Drive is actually secure for your sensitive files. Subscribe to Tech Addicts for weekly tech reviews and industry debates: https://www.youtube.com/TechAddicts  SHOW NOTES & TOPICS DISCUSSED The Floating City: A look at the ambitious Freedom Ship habitat designed for international waters. Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra: Why Samsung's premium laptop misses the mark trying to compete with Apple's MacBook Pro. Beelink 10GbE Mini PC: Beelink makes history by bringing lightning-fast 10GbE LAN ports to budget mini PCs. Asus 12.2-inch Pad: Asus makes a long-awaited return to the Android/Windows tablet space. Chinese Audio Amp Clones: How factories are legally replicating legendary $95,000 audiophile equipment for a fraction of the price. Cloud Storage Privacy: Why relying entirely on Google Drive for your most sensitive documents might be a mistake. Lenovo Handheld Gaming: The truth behind Lenovo's retro Game Boy device and its shady pre-installed games. BARGAIN BASEMENT (Best UK Tech Deals & Discounts) UGREEN Nexode Power Bank (25000mAh)  [Deal: £58.97, Was £89.99] Elgato Wave Neo USB Condenser Microphone  [Deal: £45, Was £65] ASUS Prime Radeon RX 9070 OC Edition GPU  [Deal: £499.99, Was £599.99] UGreen USB-C GaN Charger (65W, Foldable) + Free Cable  [Deal: £21, Was £35] DJI Osmo Nano Standard Combo Camera  [Deal: £251.10 with voucher] Tessan Tower Extension Lead (10 Metres, Surge Protected) [Deal: £33, Was £43] UGREEN USB C Hub (4-in-1 Magnetic 4K@60Hz)  [Deal: £14.98, Was £24.99] Jisulife Portable Handheld Fan (100 Speed, 9000mAh Power Bank)  [Deal: £99, Was £109] LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Main Show Website: http://www.techaddicts.uk RSS Feed: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss Stream on the go: YouTube Music | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Pocket Casts | Castbox | Stitcher | TuneIn CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS Join the Community on MeWe: [Insert MeWe Link] Contact the Show: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth Myles: Website & Merch: https://garethmyles.com | https://garethmyles.com/ko-fi Socials: Mastodon | BlueSky Ted Salmon: Website & Support: https://tedsalmon.com | https://tedsalmon.com/paypal Socials: Mastodon | Ted's Amazon Page Networked via PodHubUK #TechAddicts #GalaxyBook6Ultra #LenovoGameBoy #GoogleDrive #MiniPC #TechDeals #AudioClones #AsusTablet

    1h 19m
  4. Tech Addicts 2026 - Smooth Sounds, Hard Clicks and a Retro Fix

    Apr 26

    Tech Addicts 2026 - Smooth Sounds, Hard Clicks and a Retro Fix

    Alright, tech heads, here's what's buzzing this week: We're diving wrist-first into the sleek, premium vibes of the OnePlus Watch 4 Titanium, then switching gears to pure audiophile bliss with the Topping DX9 DAC to see if it really earns its bragging rights. We also explore a clever browser tool that might just expose whether you can actually hear the difference between FLAC and MP3 (brace yourself), before getting hands-on with the futuristic Turtle Beach MC7 wireless mouse, yes, it's got a touchscreen. Retro lovers, you're eating good too, as SNK teases a modern take on the NeoGeo AES, blending nostalgia with new-school convenience. And finally, we round things out with Roberts' latest portable radios, proving that classic listening still has a place in our always-online world. With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss Direct Download | iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify  Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK News OnePlus Watch 4 titanium smartwatch launches with up to 16 days of battery life Topping's new DAC promises "remarkable" sound from both headphones and speakers alike 'Turns out I'm deaf': Someone built a browser tool to test the difference between Hi-Res Audio FLAC and lossy MP3 with your own music, so you've no excuse for getting it wrong Turtle Beach launches $160 wireless mouse with 2.25-inch touchscreen and 10-hour battery life SNK is releasing a modern NeoGeo AES console with 'unrivaled authenticity' and £70 game cartridges Roberts announces two stereo portable radios, one of which has Spotify Connect Banters: Knocking out a Quick Bant Feedback on Hiding my Film/TV files from Google Photos Ted recipe... Make a folder on the card, say "Video Parent". Put the .nomedia file in that folder. Make another folder off of "Video Parent" called, say "Ted's Videos". Put all the video files in there (in nested folder structure if you like), then get VLC (or other players) to reindex from that folder, not the first. So Google Photos (and the Android system) ignores "Ted's Videos" (because of the .nomedia file in that folder) and the thumbnails are not littered through the Google Photos App. And VLC (and any other Media Playing app) is happy once pointed to Ted's Videos (and sub-folders) and indexed again. The trick was nesting one folder in another and putting the .nomedia file in the first one, then flowing the nest of folders further down the tree. Now, the Xperia 5 Mk V's poxy little 128GB storage is near-empty and everything is on my super-fast 1TB microSD Card! Bargain Basement: Best UK deals and tech on sale we have spotted Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus i3 (not i5) 256GB/8GB, Neptune Blue £399 from £649 NiPoGi E3B Mini PC AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS £399.99 Was  £599.99 Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore Bluetooth Speaker £164 from £219 Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 £161.46 Was: £205.21 Zoom ZDM-1 Podcast Pack Podcast Dynamic Microphone, Headphones, Tripod, Windscreen, XLR Cable, £64.30 from £93 INIU Power Bank, Smaller & Lighter 10000mAh £18.99 was £26.99 Fosi Audio SK01 Headphone Amplifier £64 from £80 - Operating Guide! Fuse Vert AT Vertical Record Player with Audio-Technica Cartridge - £225.63 Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

    1h 19m
  5. Tech Addicts 2026 - Getting Google Off Phones

    Apr 19

    Tech Addicts 2026 - Getting Google Off Phones

    this episode, we dive into a packed lineup! We break down Motorola's surprising alignment with GrapheneOS and what that means for privacy-focused Android users, alongside a quick explainer of the OS itself. From there, we look at VitaLink's ambitious foldable device, cramming a 13-inch screen and keyboard into a single slab at a surprisingly low Kickstarter price, and Audio-Technica's eye-watering £1,700 AT-LPA2 turntable aimed squarely at audiophiles. We also explore Waveshare's £150 handheld Linux machine that challenges the need for a traditional laptop, before shifting gears to Google's crackdown on "back button hijacking" tactics used by some websites. Finally, we unpack the controversy around claims that Microsoft and LinkedIn have been "illegally searching" users' computers, and what it could mean for trust in big tech. With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify  Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK News Motorola pairing with grapheneOS - GrapheneOS Explained (video, 8-minutes) VitaLink Just Put a 13-Inch Screen and Keyboard Into One Foldable Slab - £207 for KickStarter Backing £1,700 Audio-Technica AT-LPA2 Waveshare Built a £150 Handheld That Runs Full Linux Without the Laptop Back Button Hijacking: Google Search tackles sites that try to stop you from leaving when you hit the back button Microsoft and LinkedIn "Illegally searching your computer" Banters: Knocking out a Quick Bant Self hosting update Fighting Google Photos (when using a microSD Card) Bargain Basement: Best UK deals and tech on sale we have spotted Juovi Clip Bluetooth Speaker with Drum Pad! £21.59 from £29.99 Apple AirPods Pro 3 - £189.00 from £219.00 Motorola Edge 70 512GB/12GB Bronze Green £499 from £699 Apple AirPods Max - £399.00 from £499.00 SoundCore V40i Open-Ear Buds - £29 from £79 Sony WH-1000XM5SA Special Edition - 199.99 from £259.00 Honor Magic8 Pro 512GB/12GB £899 - £200 = £699 + Tablet + Charger (and various bundles) Anker SOLIX C300 DC Portable Power Station & Power Bank - £245 from £292 Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

    1h 21m
  6. Tech Addicts 2026 - A Tracker That Screams

    Apr 12

    Tech Addicts 2026 - A Tracker That Screams

    With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss Direct Download | iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK In this week's episode, Ted and Gareth dive into Pebblebee's new personal tracker is an AirTag crossed with a safety siren and torch, unpack Amazon's decision to "brick" classic devices, explore the sleek new Merak CD player from Fosi Audio, get the latest on RedMagic's upcoming gaming tablet and round things out with a cyberpunk vinyl record player that glows like ambient light. Feedback, Fallout and Contributions Jim Fowl Great show chaps! I picked up one of those screenless trackers from PSC Classifieds, it's an Amazfit Helio Band, initial impression is that it's pretty good. For me, who likes the health & fitness data it allows me to wear my dress watch when I go out and still collect that ambient data. You have to be mad of course, but I am! Harry Myhre Air fryer - one of our high street department stores does demonstrations of cooking devices every so often. I would want to see one of those in action and taste a sample before I bought one. Pebblebee's new personal tracker is an AirTag crossed with a safety siren and torch — but there's more than meets the eye Kindle-ing the Fire: Amazon Bricks the Classics (and My Heart) Fosi Audio launches Merak CD player RedMagic's new gaming tablet gets a launch timeframe; global version confirmed MUJI-Meets-Cyberpunk Vinyl Record Player Glows Like an Ambient Light and Charges Wirelessly Banters: Knocking out a Quick Bant Affinity Publisher  Internet Archive Bargain Basement: Best UK deals and tech on sale we have spotted Blue Yeti USB Microphone Condenser Mic, £89 in black/white (cheapest seen £99) soundcore P30i by Anker Noise Cancelling Earbuds - £23.98 RRP: £49.99 Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones, ANC, Midnight Blue £329 DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Standard Combo - £89 Leebein Electric Spin Scrubber, Cordless Cleaning Brush with 8 Replaceable Brush Heads, Extendable Long Handle, 300/400RPM £29 from £39 WOLFANG Wildlife Camera - £29.99 RRP: £39.99 Motorola Edge 60 Neo 256GB/12GB £299 from £379 Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

    1h 23m
  7. Tech Addicts 2026 - Xiaomi Sous-Vides, Nintendo Sous-Trump

    Apr 5

    Tech Addicts 2026 - Xiaomi Sous-Vides, Nintendo Sous-Trump

    Gareth and Ted are back talking tech. This week Nintendo sues Trump over Switch 2 battery while Xiaomi's Sous-Vide Air Fryer, Google's Whoop clone Fitbit, and smart glasses for blind marathoners and Evercade does widescreen retro gaming in style! With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify  Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK Feedback, Fallout and Contributions: AJ Santos on Tech Addicts Podcast - Best tech podcast by miles (or even Myles). Best jingle. Exceptional content. Great hosts. Light-hearted approach. Good humour and banter. What's not to like? …but a season finale? Again? ...WTF!?! Evercade Nexus upgrades retro gaming with widescreen play and refreshed modern controls Google's Next Fitbit Sounds Exactly Like a Whoop Clone Blind marathon runner to be guided by smart glasses Xiaomi launches new smart air fryer with sous vide feature Nintendo is reportedly making a Switch 2 with a user-replaceable battery for the EU Nintendo Sues U.S. Government Over Trump's 'Unlawful' Tariffs That Led to Last-Minute Switch 2 Pre-Order Delay, Demands Refund With Interest Banters: Knocking out a Quick Bant I bought a thing: ProtoArc XK01 TP Portable Foldable Keyboard with Touchpad I bought a thing: Anti-Static Wooden Handled Dust Cleaning Brush for Vinyl and Motorola Pen Ultra (for my Moto Signature) Bargain Basement: Best UK deals and tech on sale we have spotted Roku 3820EU Streaming Stick 4K - HD/4K/HDR Streaming Media Player - Now £35.99 Was: £49.99 Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen USB Audio Interface £101 from £120 (what I paid for mine) Tapo C411 KIT 2K 3MP Battery Security Camera Outdoor Wireless,Solar Security Camera - Now £47.52 Was: £74.99 Google Pixel Watch 4 (45mm) - WiFi version, Satin Moonstone, £299 from £399 (and 5 months to pay for me) and Pixel 10 - 256GB in all colours, £649 Anker USB C Charger, 6 Port Charging Station with 112W Power - Now £29.98 Was: £39.99 TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra 5G 512GB/12GB, Lunar White or Nebula Black, with Flip Cover and Stylus - cheapest it's ever been at £419 (and 5 months to pay for me) Tapo P100 (4-Pack) Smart Plug, Wi-Fi Plug, App Remote Control - Now £27.20 Was: £39.99 Plaud Note AI Voice Recorder Voucher Price £126 (from £149) Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

    1h 20m
  8. Tech Addicts 2026 - Attack of the Martial Arts Robots

    Feb 22

    Tech Addicts 2026 - Attack of the Martial Arts Robots

    Gareth and Ted look at Martial Arts Robots putting on a dsiplay before impending potential human anniliation, the Honor MagicPad 4 tablet, Samsung's MovingStyle... thing, Steam Deck woes, Linux 7.0 excitement, changes to the Google AI Plus, Pro, & Ultra packages and Ted analysises Sapphire as an Aluminium flagship. With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss Direct Download | iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify  Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK News The Samsung MovingStyle Official: New Honor MagicPad 4 tablet beats Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 series to global debut Linux 7.0 is coming, and it could be one of the biggest updates in years RAM shortage hits Valve's four-year-old Steam Deck, now available "intermittently" - Out of Stock Worldwide Scary! Martial arts robots dazzle at 2026 Spring Festival Gala Banters: Knocking out a Quick Bant 'Sapphire' isn't just an 'Aluminium' flagship: it is actually the first Chromebook Plus tablet What Gemini features you get with Google AI Plus, Pro, & Ultra Bargain Basement: Best UK deals and tech on sale we have spotted INIU Smallest Power Bank 45W Fast Charging, USB C in&out, 10000mAh Battery Pack £28 from £39 XIAOMI Smart Band 10 Fitness Tracker - £34.73 Edifier R990BT Bluetooth 5.4 Bookshelf Speakers Active Speakers, 24W, RCA/AUX/Bluetooth, App Control £60 from £100 Hisense HS3100, 3.1 CH Soundbar - £99.00 Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Android Tablet 12.7" + Pen £278 (5 x £55) from £380 Masterplug Three Socket Fused Wall Plug Adaptor - £8.49 Acer Chromebook Plus 516 16" Chromebook Plus + 12/m Gemini AI Pro (£227.88) £329 from £429 (-£227 = £102.11) ClicKid CAM20 - £9.99 + 15% off voucher Bonus - Marshall Monitor III ANC £239 from £299 Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

    1h 26m
4.4
out of 5
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Lively and rousing weekly UK based podcast about all forms of technology. Hosted by Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Visit us at www.techaddicts.uk

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