The Screen Savers
The Screen Savers is an American TV show that aired on TechTV. The show launched concurrently with the channel ZDTV on May 11, 1998. The Screen Savers originally centered around computers, new technologies, and their adaptations in the world. However, after it was taken over by G4, the show became more general-interest oriented and focused somewhat less on technology. The final episode of The Screen Savers aired on March 18, 2005. Repeat episodes continued to air until March 25, 2005 when its replacement program, Attack of the Show! began 3 days later on March 28, 2005. Two spiritual successors to the Screen Savers are in the form of This Week in Tech on the TWiT Network with Leo Laporte and Tekzilla on Revision3 with Patrick Norton.
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Plot Summary
The Screen Savers was a daily television program on TechTV that focused on personal technology news, reviews, and discussions. Hosted by Leo Laporte and later Patrick Norton, the show covered a wide range of topics from computer hardware and software to internet trends and digital lifestyle. It aimed to make technology accessible and understandable to a broad audience through interviews, demonstrations, and viewer call-ins.
Critical Reception
As a daily technology news and discussion program, 'The Screen Savers' received generally positive reception for its informative content and engaging hosts, becoming a staple for tech enthusiasts. It was praised for its ability to translate complex technical topics into digestible segments for a general audience, though its format was typical of daytime television. Its influence is noted in its contribution to popularizing tech-focused programming.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its accessibility in explaining technology.
- Appreciated for its daily dose of tech news and analysis.
- Remembered for its engaging and knowledgeable hosts.
Google audience: Audience reception was largely positive, with viewers appreciating the show's ability to demystify technology and provide practical advice. Many found the hosts to be approachable and informative, making it a go-to program for staying updated on the tech world.
Fun Fact
The show's original run on TechTV was cut short when the network was acquired by G4 Media, leading to significant programming changes and the eventual cancellation of 'The Screen Savers' in its original format.
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