TWiT Newsletter for January 12, 2026

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What Actually Impressed at CES 2026

Hosted by Leo Laporte
Guests: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ, Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Jason Hiner

CES 2026 brought big promises and plenty of hype. Leo and the panel sort out what's actually innovative as on-device AI gets more powerful and more personal. From smart home gear that impressed to AMD's first Copilot+ desktop CPU, plus Meta's EMG wristband stepping beyond AR glasses, this episode cuts through the noise and asks what really matters once the demos are over.

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Code Signing Under Siege

Hosted by Steve Gibson & Leo Laporte

Code signing is under pressure and not in a good way. Steve and Leo explain why certificates are becoming shorter, more expensive, and more difficult to use, and who's really driving these changes. They also unpack MongoBleed and what it reveals about trust, control, and the growing cost of doing software the "approved" way. A must-listen if you build, ship, or rely on secure software.

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Your Questions, Answered

Hosted by Mikah Sargent

Do you have a tech problem that's driving you nuts? Send it in. On this week's Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent tackles a surprisingly common issue: fixing a broken Apple Watch streak. If you've ever lost progress and wondered if it's recoverable, this one's for you.
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