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15 MAR 2026 · Meta is https://about.fb.com/news/2026/03/meta-launches-new-anti-scam-tools-deploys-ai-technology-to-fight-scammers-and-protect-people/ on scams with new AI detection systems in Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger. Google just gave Google Maps it’s biggest https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/ask-maps-immersive-navigation/ in a decade - with new AI powered ways to find places using specific questions and immersive navigation. Jim in Michigan can’t get the Notes app on his iPhone to scan documents. Rich mentioned he can also use the built-in https://support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/iphone/iph7239ea3b5/ios app. Check out Rich’s https://richontech.tv/p/apples-new-599-iphone-17e-delivers of the iPhone 17e. Susan in Burbank can’t connect to her WiFi network because it’s too congested. Debra is wondering if the vSeeBox is a good way to save on her cable bill. Rich says to read the article called https://www.theverge.com/streaming/873416/piracy-streaming-boxes. Herbert in Rancho Santa Fe is looking to replace his aging iMac with a Mac Mini and a monitor. Rich mentioned this https://go.magik.ly/ml/3lqs7/ model. Zal in Brooklyn is wondering if he can run smartphone apps on his PC. Rich mentioned https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/sync-across-your-devices?r=1 on Windows and https://www.home-assistant.io/. Joan in Falbrook wants a portable printer. Rich says to check out the https://amzn.to/4uJGOt4 and the https://amzn.to/4scCG32. Scott Combs, AT&T Archivist, discusses the https://about.att.com/story/2026/150-years-first-telephone-call.html of the first phone call. Brian in Ventura is looking for a Chromebook. Rich likes the https://go.magik.ly/ml/3lqt5/ for $159 at Walmart, or the https://go.magik.ly/ml/3lqt7/ and check https://slickdeals.net/laptop-deals/ for laptop deals. Paul in Columbus suggests a https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=a598d55f83047397&sxsrf=ANbL-n7ibLdWuppthE-pBA_9nCEifNYSOQ:1773519573740&udm=28&fbs=ADc_l-aN0CWEZBOHjofHoaMMDiKp9lEhFAN_4ain3HSNQWw-mBcFY_b7_fFBjPEsWR5sze4Ib_Vy4O5-_cdDoJI0Oxtk4YUw7upLlVhy16KE4UPOQ-SJNsg7eeYvKBSA6xPKXRAMXiRLsymUoUKKI_VDooLapkPORCuWSJ2fMOBawVmRJ4ySpjDkdWf6-D6EWFm6RfBlQVCOEmaLnG4FMdWPUPc-DpmFGA&q=chromebox&ved=1t:220175&ictx=111&biw=1294&bih=860&dpr=2 might be good for Brian in Ventura. Bonnie in Charleston, South Carolina is looking for a printer Rich recommended the https://amzn.to/472LUGB or the https://amzn.to/4saBJIm. Amazon is raising prices for https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/prime-video-ultra-ad-free-streaming-subscription from $3/month to $5/month David Pogue, author of https://amzn.to/3NB92Fs, shares behind-the-scenes stories about Apple’s biggest products. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. Subscribe to my https://richontech.tv/subscribe. Links may be affiliate. https://ktla.com/morning-news/rich-on-tech/watch-rich-on-techs-weekly-program-sundays-on-ktla/ airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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8 MAR 2026 · Rich https://richontech.tv/i/190142192/macbook-neo-is-kryptonite-to-chromebooks-and-cheap-windows-laptops about going to the Apple NYC event and how the $599 MacBook Neo is a gamechanger for basic laptops. Mike in Austin can’t get his printer to connect to his WiFi network. A new https://deeppersonality.app/ uses a series of questions to generate a massive report about you - and you can export it’s findings to AI. Steve wants to add someone to a photo and is wondering how to do it. Rich says to upload both photos to https://gemini.google.com/app and say, “Add this person to the other picture.” Marsha in Northridge wants a portable battery pack for her Galaxy S25 Ultra. Rich recommends https://amzn.to/4aTXG8w from Belkin. If your phone supports MagSafe, this https://amzn.to/40hWeqw model is great. Want something under $30, try https://amzn.to/4rYN5ze Belkin power bank! Stephanie in Glendora wants her Samsung phone to function more like a Pixel. Rich recommended the https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.lawnchair.play&hl=en. Estefani in San Diego wants a good way to save useful links. Rich recommends https://raindrop.io/ and also check out https://www.plinky.app/. Trish is wondering what the best app is to clean up her iPhone storage. Rich likes the app called https://www.cleverfiles.com/clever-cleaner/because it’s free and ad-free. Mary Ann called in from Los Angeles to tell us that she loves her brother’s printer. It is the https://amzn.to/4ugeRZn ink tank model. Rich says if you just need black and white, the https://amzn.to/4rRlG20 is excellent. Android’s Find Hub can now help you https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/android/find-hub-luggage/ your lost luggage, similar to what Apple has https://thepointsguy.com/travel-gear/apple-airtag-share-my-location-airline/ with AirTags. Randy is trying to figure out how to https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/optimised-navigation-bar-functions-on-galaxy-devices/ between recent apps on the Samsung. https://appleinsider.com/editor/andrew+oharafrom AppleInsider breaks down Apple’s latest announcements including refreshed MacBooks and iPads, the new iPhone 17e, and Apple’s surprisingly affordable MacBook Neo. Doug in Temecula wants to do a “https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/reset-your-pc-0ef73740-b927-549b-b7c9-e6f2b48d275e” of Windows on his laptop. Pixel 10a reviews are in. Formula 1 is now streaming on Apple TV. Here’s a https://redeem.services.apple/roktappletv-amr-v2 for a 30 day free trial. Check out https://cordcutterweekly.com/the-big-list-of-streaming-deals/ for up to date streaming offers. Bill in Burbank says https://airtalkwireless.com/ offers a good selection of free government phones. https://www.pcmag.com/authors/iyaz-akhtar, Mobile Analyst at PCMag, joins us from Mobile World Congress to explain the biggest tech trends from the show including foldable phones, AI-powered gadgets, smart glasses, and some wild concept devices. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. Subscribe to my https://richontech.tv/subscribe. Check out the https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68fd4d74742c8191a08e69a205a63629-rich-on-tech-gpt! Links may be affiliate. https://ktla.com/morning-news/rich-on-tech/watch-rich-on-techs-weekly-program-sundays-on-ktla/ airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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28 FEB 2026 · Rich gave his early https://richontech.tv/i/189406923/samsungs-galaxy-s26-lineup-my-first-impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Watch Rich’s https://youtu.be/b7zHP-GQ6RU?si=Ok5pIPRK72fcQwbI on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series. See https://richontech.tv/p/samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-camera-test from the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Susan in Northridge is trying to move photos, texts, and contacts from an old Samsung phone to an iPhone. Rich mentioned https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.riteshsahu.SMSBackupRestore&hl=en_US and https://support.apple.com/en-us/118670. 1Password is raising prices by about $1 a month. Vincent is on a Lifeline plan. He’s wondering if he should take advantage of their offer of giving him an iPhone 11 versus the Android 4G phone he has. Michelle got an email from LG saying she can’t log in with her Amazon account anymore. Is that phishing? Debbie is wondering if using banking apps on her phone are safe. Dave in Colorado is wondering if there is tech that will call the authorities if he dies alone in his house. Rich mentioned the Pixel’s https://support.google.com/fitbit/answer/15250403?hl=en. Rich mentioned the Counting Crows https://www.hbomax.com/movies/music-box-counting-crows-have-you-seen-me-lately/3a004038-8df4-48c8-8fde-a1d7cfcea1a6 “Have you seen me lately” on HBO Max. The creators of Dark Sky are back with a new forecast app called https://acmeweather.com/blog/introducing-acme-weather. Rich mentioned a fun retro iPhone app called https://dispo.fun/. Volvo is https://electrek.co/2026/02/23/volvo-issues-major-recall-affecting-over-40000-electric-suvs/ more than 40,000 electric SUVs over battery fire risk. Craig in Iowa wants to know how to control his iPhone with his voice. Rich says to check out the accessiblity options under Vision and also https://support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/iphone/iph3e2e415f/ios. Tech journalist https://www.youtube.com/lexysavvides breaks down what’s new with Samsung’s latest phones and what actually matters for everyday users. Jerry in Pennsylvania wants folks to know about https://www.watchnextgentv.com/ or ATSC 3.0. Rich mentioned that he likes the https://go.magik.ly/ml/3jqpo/ Impact Ring Stand case. William in Santa Clarita asked about a https://ktla.com/news/technology/do-you-need-a-vpn-heres-what-the-experts-recommend/ VPN. Rich mentioned https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=378&aff_id=132503, https://surfshark.com/ and https://mullvad.net/en. Rich mentioned he’s been coding using https://gemini.google/overview/canvas/. If there’s a small app you’ve always wanted but never knew how to build, now’s the time to try. You describe what you want, and AI handles most of the work. YouTube Premium Lite https://blog.youtube/news-and-events/youtube-premium-lite-background-play-downloads/ background play and downloads. A new app called https://www.pcmag.com/news/this-new-app-sends-alerts-when-nearby-smart-glasses-are-recording warns you if someone nearby is wearing smart glasses. Kim Cavallo from https://www.globaldayofunplugging.org/ joins us to explain how a 24-hour digital detox on March 6-7 can boost connection, reduce loneliness, and help you reset your relationship with tech. https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260225834825/en/TextNow-Expands-Product-Offering-with-Launch-of-eSim-Flexible-Data-Plans-and-Upgraded-Nationwide-Network launches eSIMs so you can now sign up for free calling, texting and even essential data on the iPhone instantly (Android soon) Premium subscribers, listen to the ad-free version of the show https://richontech.tv/podcast. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. Subscribe to my https://richontech.tv/subscribe. Check out the https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68fd4d74742c8191a08e69a205a63629-rich-on-tech-gpt! Links may be affiliate. https://ktla.com/morning-news/rich-on-tech/watch-rich-on-techs-weekly-program-sundays-on-ktla/ airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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22 FEB 2026 · Premium subscribers, listen to the ad-free version of the show https://richontech.tv/podcast. Rich talked about Google Gemini and how it can now https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/lyria-3/. Rich also discussed the popularity of the tiny https://www.kodak.com/en/consumer/product/cameras/digital/charmera-keychain-digital-camera/ camera. Samsung phones are https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-phones-get-new-google-play-update-second-day-row/ getting Google Play updates again. You should do it right now: Go to Settings > Security and Privacy > Updates > Google Play System Update Mike in Encino is looking for a way to get into a user’s computer who forgot their password. Try the steps https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/change-or-reset-your-password-in-windows-8271d17c-9f9e-443f-835a-8318c8f68b9c. James is wondering if he can store his passwords using AI. Rich recommends against that. Also, do not use AI to generate passwords, as https://www.irregular.com/publications/vibe-password-generation shows they typically follow patterns. Alex Haro, CEO of https://hubble.com/ and co-founder of Life360, explains how satellite-powered Bluetooth could transform search and rescue by detecting everyday devices from space. Carter in Monterey wants to know how to find his Samsung phone when it’s lost somewhere in his house and no one is around to call it. Rich recommends using https://smartthingsfind.samsung.com/login, https://android.com/find (you can ask Google to locate it), or, for iPhone users, going to https://www.icloud.com/find. Laura asks, “Can you recommend an antivirus for iPhone?” Rich says it’s not necessary. The bigger risk today is phishing. To stay protected, keep your phone updated, use a browser like Chrome with https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/11577602?hl=en turned on, and consider a VPN that https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=378&aff_id=132503 malicious sites. Fern bought a $300 Windows 11 laptop she doesn’t like. Rich suggested two options: stick with it and mainly use the web browser to simplify things, or ask the seller to install https://chromeos.google/products/chromeos-flex/ to turn it into a quasi-Chromebook. Karl in Summerlin is looking for an alternative to Pocket and Instapaper that can read articles aloud. Rich recommends https://readwise.io/read, Google’s https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.accessibility.reader&hl=en_US for Android, https://share.speechify.com/mz8o63x, https://elevenreader.io/, and https://www.listenlater.net/?referrer=t1DPJjr067UHmA6c. https://www.merge.watch/apple-watches is a new app that claims to let you use an Android watch with an iPhone or an Apple Watch with an Android phone. Google launched the https://store.google.com/product/pixel_10a?hl=en-US, a modest refresh for a solid everyday smartphone starting at around $499. Jeremy Watkin from https://www.numberbarn.com/ breaks down when people switch mobile carriers, which networks they’re leaving, and how shoppers can save big by looking beyond the Big 3. Judy in Ithaca is looking for ways to cut down her cable bill. Rich recommends checking https://thestreamable.com/matchmaker for streaming options, the https://broadbandmap.fcc.gov/home to see available providers, and https://www.speedtest.net/performance/united-states to compare internet choices. Apple is holding a special experience event where it’s rumored the company will introduce a new iPhone 17e, updated iPads, and a new low-cost MacBook. Rich mentioned https://buyersguide.macrumors.com/. Samsung is holding its https://go.magik.ly/ml/3jer6/ event on February 25 in San Francisco, where we expect to see the new Galaxy S26 series smartphones. Rich mentioned how he used the https://www.splitwise.com/ app to help split expenses on group trips. Maryann wants to recover her lost iPhone contacts. Rich says to first check where your contacts are currently stored by going to Settings > Apps > Contacts > Default Account and selecting your preferred account. Cybersecurity expert https://binarydefense.com/ explains the biggest tech threats hitting consumers right now and how to stay protected. Rich https://richontech.tv/i/188662585/this-free-operating-system-made-my-old-laptop-feel-new-again Linux Mint on an old laptop and couldn’t believe how easy the process was and how it made the old computer new again. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. 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15 FEB 2026 · Ads are https://openai.com/index/testing-ads-in-chatgpt/ in ChatGPT. Google https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/results-about-you-government-id-numbers/ its free results about you tool to remove search results that contain ID numbers like your passport, driver’s license, or Social Security number. Want something more heavy duty to remove your personal information from the web? Check out newsletter sponsor https://deal.incogni.io/aff_c?offer_id=3&aff_id=1630. Deleted doesn’t always mean it’s gone, as we https://x.com/FBIDirectorKash/status/2021281103454072983 with the Nancy Guthrie case. If you really want to protect your security camera footage, you have to go local or https://ring.com/support/articles/7e3lk/using-video-end-to-end-encryption-e2ee?srsltid=AfmBOopAU81T1gUzeoaMCqdgx3gyA2uwC06FSojb6Muy_FNH6D6kOkvQ. Samsung has set a date for the next https://go.magik.ly/ml/3j5nx/ to unveil the S26 lineup on February 25th in San Francisco. Tech and finance strategist https://amzn.to/3ZBsUuD breaks down Bitcoin’s sharp selloff and what it reveals about where tech investing is headed next, separating hype from real fundamentals. Gordon in Costa Mesa wants to know if he should buy a new laptop. Rich said to clean up his old one and, at the very worst, https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/reset-your-pc-0ef73740-b927-549b-b7c9-e6f2b48d275e. John and Rosemead want a new email provider for his business. Rich said to take a look at https://www.startmail.com/pricing, https://proton.me/business/mail/pricing, and https://www.fastmail.com/pricing/us/. Deborah in Tennessee wants to know the difference between a MacBook Air and a MacBook Pro, and whether I’d recommend buying a refurbished MacBook. I said if you go refurbished, make sure it’s from a reputable source like https://www.apple.com/shop/refurbished/mac/macbook-air, https://www.backmarket.com/en-us/l/apple-macbook/a059fa0c-b88d-4095-b6a2-dcbeb9dd5b33, or https://amzn.to/4ruj1uQ. https://usdsjv.tiktok.com/Introducing-the-Local-Feed is genius. It shows you stuff nearby, but it might want your precise GPS location for best results. T-Mobile has a new feature called https://www.t-mobile.com/benefits/live-translation, which will translate phone calls in 50 different languages with no special phone or app necessary $5.5 billion worth of https://www.paymentcardsettlement.com/en are going out now related to a credit card lawsuit over swipe fees Tech journalist https://jarednewman.com/blog/about/ talks about some of the latest tech tips and tricks from his https://cordcutterweekly.com/ newsletter. Check out the article https://www.theverge.com/streaming/873416/piracy-streaming-boxes, which explains the proliferation of so-called black boxes. Greg in Canada is blind and says his Pixel phone will sometimes dial numbers without him asking. Rich says to go into https://support.google.com/gemini/answer/14576209?hl=en, Gemini unlock screen, and toggle off the option where it says “Make calls and send messages without unlocking” Clark says every time he opens a PDF, it opens in Word. He wants it to open in a PDF reader. Rich says to https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/desktop/get-started/preferences-and-settings/set-default-acrobat.html the default program. The Verge’s https://www.theverge.com/tech/879114/best-big-tech-app-alternatives-installer newsletter had a great piece this week on alternative products that can help you ditch Big Tech. Sam is worried about his Time Capsule going away and wants to know what he can use to back up his computer instead. Rich mentioned using https://support.apple.com/en-us/104984 on a Mac, https://freefilesync.org/, cloud services like https://www.carbonite.com/ or https://www.idrive.com/, or a network-attached storage device from companies like https://www.synology.com/en-global/dsm/feature/drive or https://www.qnap.com/en. Ethical hacker Dave Chronister, founder of https://www.parametersecurity.com/, breaks down what AI personal assistants like OpenClaw really do and the privacy and security risks.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Tech clues in the Guthrie case, wireless satisfaction rankings & AI dog scam (160, February 7, 2026)
8 FEB 2026 · • TVs returned after the Super Bowl: Returns management firm B‑Stock says TV returns jump more than 100% after the big game, a practice known as “wardrobing.” Vizio is the most-returned brand, highlighting how buyers prioritize size and price over long-term satisfaction. • Wireless carriers customers like best: New rankings from J.D. Power show satisfaction is driven less by price and more by how easy it is to resolve problems. T-Mobile leads among major carriers, while Mint Mobile and Visible top prepaid and MVNO categories. • Nancy Guthrie case raises major tech questions: Investigators are relying on timestamps from a doorbell camera, home security system, pacemaker app, and smartphone data to build a timeline. The case highlights how device connectivity, Bluetooth range, and cloud storage affect what evidence is available. • Doorbell cameras and subscriptions matter: Many popular brands including Ring and Arlo lock video history behind paid plans. Local-storage options like Blink and subscription-free brands offer alternatives, but each comes with tradeoffs. • VoIP burner numbers aren’t fully anonymous: A suspect sending fake ransom messages was traced through a VoIP texting service. Even burner numbers can be linked back to email accounts and IP addresses when providers respond to warrants. • Could people be tracked like pets in the future?: A caller asked whether cases like Guthrie’s could push families toward implantable tracking tech. AirTags and wearables have limits, and implantable tracking raises serious privacy and ethical concerns. • Super Bowl streaming isn’t always free: The game is available in 4K HDR on Peacock, but requires a paid subscription. That’s a shift from last year’s free streaming on Tubi, and something hosts should warn guests about before kickoff. • Prediction markets blur the line with gambling: Platforms offering event contracts on sports, politics, and culture feel like sportsbooks but operate under different rules. Supporters say they’re federally regulated markets, while critics argue they normalize betting behavior. • Apple Cash account lockouts frustrate users: A listener whose Apple Cash account was permanently closed was told there’s no appeal process. Alternatives like Venmo and Cash App offer similar features with debit cards and Apple Wallet support. • Windows 10 holdouts face a deadline: Microsoft’s Extended Security Updates program offers one more year of patches after Windows 10 support ends. It reduces risk, but users running older systems still need to be cautious about phishing and malware. • Siri settlement checks and safer payouts: Payments around $40 are going out, but claiming them requires entering bank details. Using routing numbers from PayPal, Venmo, or Cash App can add a layer of protection. • Amazon’s delivery speed explained: Amazon says AI now predicts what people will buy and pre-positions items closer to customers, enabling same-day, next-day, and even 30-minute delivery for everyday essentials. • CES 2026 computers focus on efficiency: Guest Dan Ackerman says new chips from Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm prioritize battery life and AI tasks. Rollable screens and expandable displays are moving from concept to store shelves. • AI PCs still confuse buyers: “AI PC” branding refers to local processing for tasks like video effects and transcription, not cloud tools like ChatGPT. Most users don’t need to upgrade just for AI yet. • Social media lawsuits compare to tobacco and opioids: Trial attorney James Rubinowitz says cases argue platforms were deliberately engineered to be addictive to children. Large verdicts could force design changes like limits on infinite scroll. • Robot dog ads spark complaints: The Wuffy AI robot dog is drawing Better Business Bureau complaints after buyers receive a cheap toy that doesn’t match online ads. The case underscores the need to verify sellers and return policies before buying viral products. • Tech support memberships compared: Geek Squad, Asurion, and HelloTech offer annual plans, but Rich notes local independent techs can be a better fit if you vet them carefully and avoid sponsored search results. • Common scams growing more sophisticated: Listeners reported fake carrier notifications, remote-access malware disguised as documents, and bogus healthcare alerts. The key rule: never call numbers from texts or search results — use official sites or the back of your card. • Crypto volatility wipes out paper millionaires: Bitcoin’s sharp drop pushed thousands below millionaire status, reinforcing that crypto remains highly speculative and tied more to sentiment than everyday utility. • Computer Exorcist warns about modern PCs: Guest Mark Anthony Arena says antivirus software often misses today’s threats, and integrated storage in modern laptops makes data recovery harder without backups. • Listeners push back on addictive tech culture: Callers raised concerns about kids’ games, gambling-style rewards, and constant gratification. The consensus: tech isn’t going backward, so families need better guardrails and awareness.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 FEB 2026 · Midge in Atlanta, Georgia is trying to add her Gmail address to iCloud, and it’s saying it’s already in use. Rich says to try recovering the Gmail Apple account https://iforgot.apple.com/, then https://support.apple.com/en-us/117294 the old account to the new one. Al in Inglewood is getting pop-ups telling him to clear out his cloud. Rich says to make sure the alerts are legitimate, https://support.apple.com/en-us/105082 your browser cache, and see if the messages continue. https://www.youtube.com/@CalebRated breaks down what actually matters when buying a TV for the Super Bowl and shares the TV tech from CES that genuinely impressed him this year. Top TV Picks: Under $500 is the 65-inch https://go.magik.ly/ml/3h51p/, Under $1000 is the 85 inch TCL https://go.magik.ly/ml/3h51q/ or the https://go.magik.ly/ml/3h51r/, and the splurge is the https://electronics.sony.com/tv-video/televisions/all-tvs/p/k55xr80m2?srsltid=AfmBOoptGCs7cYg2KIhJQgWMkqF9zBVSgkK6XuM_3wZM5uRzdQc4j8SN. David asks why his Gmail is still giving him cloud storage full, even though he’s cleared out so much stuff. Rich says to go to https://one.google.com/storage?g1_landing_page=1 and see what’s taking up space. It’s probably other Google services. Samsung’s https://go.magik.ly/ml/3h524/ is officially on sale for $2,900. Yahoo is back with a new AI search tool called https://scout.yahoo.com/. Apple has a new https://www.apple.com/airtag/ with longer range and a louder speaker. Beth in Cyprus is wondering how to https://usa.experian.com/mfe/member/ngx-profile/account-info her credit report. Richard in Connecticut is seeing ads for a device that promises unlimited entertainment with no fees and is wondering if it’s legit. https://amzn.to/4btmc0S, an AI expert and former Alibaba strategist, shares simple, practical ways everyday workers can use AI to stay relevant, work smarter, and worry less about the future of their jobs. There’s a new voice dictation app for Windows called https://willowvoice.com/. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is going to have a https://www.samsungmobilepress.com/articles/coming-soon-galaxy-new-layer-of-privacy feature. Candy Crush has a new daily game called https://www.yahoo.com/games/play/crushable available on Yahoo Games. Rich mentioned https://www.speedtest.net/performance/united-states as a way to check for internet service providers in your area. Strava https://stories.strava.com/articles/whats-new-on-strava turn-by-turn route navigation to the Apple Watch. Julia Pugachevsky explains why “https://www.businessinsider.com/bricking-your-phone-analog-movement-the-new-dry-january-2026-1” your phone with tools like Brick is becoming the new Dry January, and what it reveals about screen time, wellness, and Gen Z habits. Mentioned: https://getbrick.app/. Alan in New Jersey swears by the https://go.magik.ly/ml/3h54o/ for listening to TV. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. Subscribe to my https://richontech.tv/subscribe. Check out the https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68fd4d74742c8191a08e69a205a63629-rich-on-tech-gpt! Links may be affiliate. https://ktla.com/morning-news/rich-on-tech/watch-rich-on-techs-weekly-program-sundays-on-ktla/ airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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25 JAN 2026 · Rich talked about how it’s the https://www.sony.co.jp/en/news-release/202601/26-0120E/ for Sony TVs. They will soon be manufactured by TCL under the Bravia name. Rich talked about how TikTok has a new lease on life with a https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/22/technology/tiktok-deal-oracle-bytedance-china-us.html?unlocked_article_code=1.GlA.k_AA.rNjpdy5oNvN9&smid=url-share to stay in the U.S. Rich https://www.instagram.com/richontech/p/DT3UYRukuWQ/ the privacy policy and terms of conditions for the new TikTok US. Verizon https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-mobilizes-early-winter-storm-fern some tips for keeping your tech working in a major winter storm. Turns out Microsoft can https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomasbrewster/2026/01/22/microsoft-gave-fbi-keys-to-unlock-bitlocker-encrypted-data/ your BitLocker encryption key if it gets a valid warrant from the U.S. and you store it in their cloud. Windows 11 updates are https://www.zdnet.com/article/windows-11-bug-roundup/ widespread problems. You could be overpaying for ride shares. A new https://www.nber.org/papers/w34441 says you should open up both the Lyft and Uber app to compare prices. Cesar in San Diego asked for some TV recommendations. Rich https://slickdeals.net/f/19104094-75-tcl-qm7k-qd-miniled-tv?src=category_page the 75-inch TCL QM7K on sale at Best Buy for under a $1000. If you live in an area that has Frontier internet and it’s https://www.verizon.com/plans/frontier/?CMP=SPS-C-HQ-NON-A-AC-NONE-FrontierNHNM-2S0VZ0-VZ Verizon internet, you should call Verizon and see what kind of deals they can give you. They’ve got aggressive mobile and home bundles now. Scott is wondering if he should sign up for every free offer for identity theft protection he gets in the mail. Rich actually likes https://www.nerdwallet.com/finance/learn/how-to-freeze-credit. Connie is wondering how to have her husband listen to the TV through the speaker and she listens through earbuds. Rich recommended Bluetooth headphones if your TV supports both audio outputs at the same time or check out solutions from https://avantree.com/. Mary wants to keep her Samsung Android safe from malware and viruses. Rich recommends turning on https://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support/mobile-devices/protect-your-galaxy-device-with-the-new-auto-blocker-feature/ in Settings under Security and Privacy, enabling https://safebrowsing.google.com/ in Chrome, and considering the free https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sophos.smsec&hl=en_US for extra protection. Jim in San Diego says the keys on his HP laptop are wearing off. What should he do? Rich tossed out that he could buy https://amzn.to/4qEP2Qw from Amazon to replace them. https://support.hp.com/us-en/check-warranty Amanda Spann, app educator and founder of https://theappaccelerator.com/, will break down how everyday professionals can turn an app idea into a real product without being technical. Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/I-Have-an-App-Idea/Amanda-Spann/9781964686585. Ads are https://openai.com/index/our-approach-to-advertising-and-expanding-access/ to ChatGPT. Melody in Carlsbad is wondering why her printer isn’t working after a power outage. Rich discussed some of the most AI-resistant jobs. Rich mentioned a new AI voice-to-text keyboard for Android called https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.typeless.mobile. Mario wants a second phone number for entering contests. Rich mentioned Google Voice, https://slynumber.com/pricing.html, and https://textfree.us/. Michael wants to know how to https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-properly-prep-your-pc-for-disposal?test_uuid=04IpBmWGZleS0I0J3epvMrC&test_variant=A his computer clean before he recycles it. Rich also mentioned https://killdisk.com/killdisk-freeware.htm and https://www.diskwipe.org/. David wants to know why his browser suddenly uses Yahoo instead of Google. Rich says he might have installed a bad extension. You can go into Google Chrome Settings. Under reset settings, https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/3296214?hl=en to the original. A new https://www.lowpass.cc/p/telly-35000-tvs-10-percent-breakage?utm_source=www.lowpass.cc&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=scoop-telly-had-only-35-000-tvs-in-people-s-homes-last-fall says the free-TV startup Telly has shipped about 35,000 TVs, fewer than their promises. If you want to check out Samsung’s https://news.samsung.com/us/experience-galaxy-z-trifold-samsung-experience-stores-ahead-of-u-s-launch/ phone, it is in select Samsung experience stores now. Spectrum has Wi-Fi 7 https://www.spectrum.com/internet/wifi-service/wifi-extenders now if you want better coverage in your house. Rich mentioned his favorite two factor app called https://proton.me/authenticator. Patty is looking to use Apple’s hide my email feature. Rich mentioned the https://zoe.com/en-us/app?srsltid=AfmBOor7s5vvnmQS-TGjoqLVbCdj9WuIZk_N_Wc0zpsC8tmhQkHu9E4p app. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. Subscribe to my https://richontech.tv/subscribe. Check out the https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68fd4d74742c8191a08e69a205a63629-rich-on-tech-gpt! Links may be affiliate. https://ktla.com/morning-news/rich-on-tech/watch-rich-on-techs-weekly-program-sundays-on-ktla/ airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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17 JAN 2026 · Rich https://richontech.tv/i/184795300/ai-just-changed-for-iphone-and-android-users how Apple is integrating Google’s Gemini to make Siri smarter, while Google introduced its own enhanced Gemini AI featuring “Personal Intelligence.” Susan in San Jose is looking for a simple flip phone for a friend. Rich recommended the https://amzn.to/4b0CtKw and suggested checking out the website https://dumbwireless.com/. If you were affected by the Verizon outage, you can https://www.verizon.com/about/news/update-network-outage a $20 credit. Watch for a text message to redeem it, as it is not applied automatically. Sylvia in Moreno Valley is deciding between an Apple Watch and a Garmin for health and emergency features. Rich recommended the Apple Watch for its superior SOS and fall detection, while noting Garmin is better for advanced fitness metrics. Tom Kemp, Executive Director of the California Privacy Protection Agency, explains https://privacy.ca.gov/drop/, the free new website that helps Californians remove their personal data from hundreds of data brokers. Walter in Temecula is looking for a printer that doesn’t use cartridges. Rich recommended ink tank models like the https://amzn.to/4qR11KG or the https://amzn.to/3LznWLA, which use refillable bottles for lower long-term costs. Thurman in Winchester is looking for ways to remove objects from photos. Rich recommended using https://gemini.google.com/app, a dedicated website called https://cleanup.pictures/, and https://new.express.adobe.com/, which offers a “Remove Object” tool powered by generative AI. Alex in Ontario reminded listeners that if you don’t need color, https://amzn.to/4sCxDcG are excellent. Dale in Oceanside is looking for a free, cross-platform way to share his location with friends and family. Rich recommended https://www.life360.com/, which works on both iOS and Android and offers real-time tracking. YouTuber https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm22FAXZMw1BaWeFszZxUKw joins Rich to break down how modern online scams work, why they are growing so fast, and what everyday people can do to https://www.seraphsecure.com/ themselves before scammers strike. Bob in Pennsylvania asked if https://rapidradios.com/ work without cellular. Rich clarified they do need a network, then highlighted T-Mobile’s new satellite service that offers https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-text-to-911-available-for-everyone on compatible phones, even without a signal. Spotify is https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-01-15/premium-pricing-update/ prices by $1 to $2 a month to “reflect the value” of the service. Individual plans are moving to $12.99, Duo to $18.99, and Family to $21.99. The new rates take effect for existing subscribers starting in February. Kathy in Los Angeles wants to add a CD player to her Tesla. Rich recommended https://www.exactaudiocopy.de/ the CDs and uploading the files to the https://support.google.com/youtubemusic/answer/9716522?hl=en, which allows you to store up to 100,000 personal songs in the cloud for free. Security researchers found serious flaws in https://www.wired.com/story/google-fast-pair-bluetooth-audio-accessories-vulnerability-patches/ affecting millions of audio devices. To fix this, download your device’s companion app and install any available firmware updates immediately. Jerry wants to change notification sounds for individual apps on a Samsung Galaxy S25. Rich explained that this feature is now hidden and must be enabled manually:
- Go to Settings > Notifications > Advanced settings.
- Toggle on Manage notification categories for each app.
- Go to Settings > Apps and select the app you want to change.
- Tap Notifications > Notification categories.
- Select a specific category (like “General” or “Messages”) and tap Sound to choose a new tone.
Prof. Tim Spector, co-founder of https://zoe.com/en-us/app, explains how their app uses AI and science to score foods from 1 to 100 based on ingredients, processing risk, and gut health impact. An app called https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3381r5nnn6o is going viral in China. Apple has a new subscription called https://www.apple.com/apple-creator-studio/, which includes popular programs like Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for $13 a month. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. Subscribe to my https://richontech.tv/subscribe. Links may be affiliate. https://ktla.com/morning-news/rich-on-tech/watch-rich-on-techs-weekly-program-sundays-on-ktla/ airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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11 JAN 2026 · Rich talked about attending https://richontech.tv/p/what-stood-out-to-me-at-ces-2026 in Las Vegas and some of the trends he saw, including robots, AI, and wacky gadgets. Rich mentioned using the https://www.samsung.com/ae/support/mobile-devices/how-to-enable-wi-fi-tethering-on-samsung-phone/ on Android phones. If you got an email about an Instagram Password Reset request, ignore it for now, but be sure you have a strong, unique password and two-factor authentication turned on. Arnold from Rancho Cucamonga is wondering why his cloud storage isn’t saving files. Rich mentioned free versions of https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/free-office-online-for-the-web here. Rich mentioned the https://www.lollipopstar.com/, which plays music in your mouth as you suck it. Rich mentioned how TCL released its 2026 flagship TV, the https://us.tcl.com/products/tcl-x11, the same time as they announced it at CES, which is rare. Rich mentioned the https://www.instagram.com/p/DTMq6vrCswE/ vending machine that 3D prints a chocolate figurine on demand. Rich mentioned a startup that’s making a digital doorlock for public restrooms so you pay for access. Flush Locks USA. Mark in Seattle wants a digital door lock and a thermostat to manage his VRBO. Rich mentioned digital locks from https://www.schlage.com/en/home/products/smart-deadbolts-levers.html, https://shopyalehome.com/collections/smart-locks and https://lockly.com/, along with https://store.google.com/product/nest_thermostat?hl=en-USand https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/. Vanessa in Pahrump Nevada wants to know how to https://bitwarden.com/help/import-from-lastpass/. Rich mentioned https://ipolish.fashion/, which is a startup making digital color-changing nails. He also referenced Lee Press on Nails. https://www.instagram.com/p/DTTSQt6DNWU/ Gmail is https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/gmail/gmail-is-entering-the-gemini-era/ users AI features for free, which were previously paid. A caller asks why her iPhone plays the same song each time she gets in the car. Rich says to https://www.engadget.com/2017-08-10-silent-10-minute-song-itunes-car-stereo-trick.html to fix this. Matt Swider from https://www.theshortcut.com/ joins to break down the biggest trends at CES and explain which products earned this year’s Shortcut CES Awards and why they matter to consumers. Rich mentioned laptop screen extenders from a company named https://www.thexebec.com/. Mary in Riverside wants to https://help.aol.com/articles/change-your-aol-account-to-a-free-plan version of AOL. Rich mentioned a few more gadgets from CES including https://amzn.to/4sAjaOw, https://seattleultrasonics.com/, https://smarthairclipper.com/, https://iceplosion.com/, https://chamelo.com/ tint changing glasses. Linda in San Pedro wants to know what happens if she https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6304294?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid to a YouTube Channel. Will in Colorado Springs wants to know how to https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/fix-wi-fi-connection-issues-in-windows-9424a1f7-6a3b-65a6-4d78-7f07eee84d2c to the internet. Kate Rouch, Chief Marketing Officer at OpenAI, joins to explain the new https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-health/ experience. Rich mentioned wearing the https://www.bee.computer/ device, which listens to your life 24/7 to offer insights. https://ktla.com/morning-news/rich-on-tech/watch-rich-on-techs-weekly-program-sundays-on-ktla/ airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs. Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question https://www.jotform.com/form/240765421594157. How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on https://www.iheart.com/live/kfi-am-640-177/ - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on https://www.iheart.com/live/710-wor-5874/ - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the https://pod.link/1120941458. Follow Rich on https://instagram.com/richontech. Subscribe to my https://richontech.tv/subscribe. Links may be affiliate.See https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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