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The PC Pro Podcast

PC Pro
Microsoft
Apple
Windows 11
Google
NVIDIA
Intel
AMD
Microsoft Recall
Apple Vision Pro
Microsoft Teams
Crowdstrike
Fitbit ACE LTE
Samsung
Microsoft Exchange
Saflock
AI Characters
Lenovo Legion Go
Ipad Pro
Copilot+ Pcs
Openai

Every week the team behind the UK's biggest technology monthly discusses the latest news and issues in computing and mobile tech.Subscribe to the magazine at subscribe.pcpro.co.uk (subscribe.pcpro.co.uk)

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After a six-month absence, we welcome back Rois Ni Thuama to the PC Pro podcast. What's she been up to? Well, it all started when she helped a woman who had collapsed on a beach...

Joined by Tim Danton and Nik Rawlinson, the team dissects the good ... more

The team discusses new “agentic” features being added to Windows, debates the merits of AI-generated podcasts and asks how angry we should be with Cloudflare for accidentally taking down a significant proportion of the internet earlier this week. Our... more

This week the team discuss the state of computing within the UK education sector, the forthcoming trio of gaming goodies from Valve: the Steam Controller, Steam Machine and Steam Frame then take a look at a new virtual production studio built by Sony... more

The team discusses the pleasant surprise of Affinity making its creative software suite completely free, an unfortunate bug in Windows 10 and the smalltown data-centre boom. We also look at a new approach to manufacturing chips that packs in the tran... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Campbell
Special guest and technology expert
Episode: Episode 741: Apple’s Airplay Worm, Chinese EVs and Google's AI Ad Push
Olivia Wickroft
A solicitor focusing on legal aspects of technology.
Legal profession
Episode: Episode 728: If you don't like it, have an AI check your contract
Olivia Whitcroft
Real world columnist for PC Pro
PC Pro Magazine
Episode: Episode 715: Don’t blame me, the AI did it!
Nicole Kobie
Technology journalist and author
Episode: Episode 704: An old friend returns (to plug her book)
Peter Jones
Registered nurse and advanced clinical practitioner in NHS
NHS
Episode: Episode 702: Dissecting CrowdStrike

Hosts

Tim Danton
Tim Danton serves as the Editor-in-Chief of a leading technology news magazine, contributing expansive knowledge on tech trends and issues. He brings an engaging style to discussions and often interacts with guests on a variety of tech-related topics.
Barry Collins
As the News and Features Editor, Barry Collins contributes a critical perspective on technology policy and consumer issues. His critiques are often sprinkled with humor, making discussions dynamic and engaging.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • Good and bad

    The tech stuff is good, but the legal stuff is very dull (fast forward time).

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nicks@Apple
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • AI again? Please, have mercy! We cannot handle this stupid subject anymore. Pointless talk about pointless subject. So boring......

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Krakus2000
    3 months ago
  • Getting worse

    A politically correct IT podcast where the sole Irish woman often has to slap down the misogynistic lefties. Much worse than it was a couple of years ago. It just seems to be going through the motions now.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Nipper333
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Once great, but now ruined by swivel eyed contributor.

    I've listened to this podcast for a VERY long time it's always been my favourite. However, the relatively recent addition of a contributor who seems to know almost nothing about many of the subjects under discussion and seeks to steer the conversation round to their own controversial political agenda has made it become unlistenable. The most recent episode saw them waste a considerable amount of time talking about legislation around drones (droning on frankly) before a swivel/eyed rant about fr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jack-Harrison
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great

    It’s always been a great podcast and still is. The audio quality issues of the past have been fixed and it’s the best PC podcasts I’ve found.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sfroude
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous banter of the hosts, often comparing their style to friendly pub discussions among tech enthusiasts.
Some are expressing concerns over decreasing audio quality compared to earlier episodes, indicating a desire for improved sound production.
There is a mix of reviews highlighting the informative nature of the content while critiquing frequent interruptions and audio issues during recordings.

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Apple Podcasts
#51
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#218
France/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#158
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Apple Podcasts
#222
New Zealand/Technology

Talking Points

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Episode 763: Microsoft's potty training
Q: How likely is it that our images have been uploaded to the Clearview database?
If your image is in the public-facing internet, they probably have gathered it.
Episode 763: Microsoft's potty training
Q: What can you say on the legality of continuing to run Windows 10?
There's nothing that says it's illegal if you've done a proper security review.
Episode 763: Microsoft's potty training
Q: What are you advising to people who won't be buying new kits?
My advice is, generally speaking, don't panic. Most people have some form of antivirus software.
Episode 759: The dirty future of AI comes to Essex
Q: Should there be stronger regulation or stronger national entities?
Yes, we need to set clear limitations on the environmental sustainability requirements for building data centers.
Episode 759: The dirty future of AI comes to Essex
Q: What's the position that the data center simply shouldn't be built?
It's not that I'm against the AI systems and the data centers, it's just stop building this stuff and consider the environmental impacts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The PC Pro Podcast

What is The PC Pro Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intersection of technology and current affairs, the content covers a broad spectrum of topics including major developments in computing, cybersecurity threats, and innovations in mobile technology. Frequent discussions revolve around prominent tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Apple, as well as significant issues such as data privacy, product recalls, and the implications of artificial intelligence. The show stands out for blending in-depth analysis with entertaining banter among hosts, delivering a mix of informative commentary and casual interactions that resonate well with tech enthusiasts and industry professionals.

Listeners are treated to insights that often include expert perspectives from within the industry... more

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