Rich talks about the AI war between ChatGPT and Google. Manny in Covina wants to know how much an old computer textbook is worth. Netflix signed a three-year deal with the NFL; they’ll start by showing two games on Christmas Day 2024. Mark in San Diego is getting rid of DSL and wants to know if Internet Air is reliable. Rich says to compare what’s available in his area using SpeedTest’s ISP tool. Also, check to see what the AT&T internet speed is on your smartphone using Fast.com or an...

Rich remembers his colleague Sam Rubin. Apple unveiled new iPads at an event called Let Loose. We saw new iPad Air and Pro models, a new Apple Pencil Pro, and updated Final Cut and Logic Pro apps. Jeff, in Fort Worth, Texas, is trying to connect LED lights that use 2.4 GHz to his Google Nest Wifi. Chris Sheldrick, creator of the app What3words, will explain how to use it to tell someone your exact location using simple words. Samsung is rolling out Galaxy AI features to more devices,...

Rich opens the mailbag to answer listener questions. Victor asked if Apple will introduce a new iPad Pro this year. Rich says Apple’s Let Loose event on May 7 is expected to unveil new models. Tish asks if she should use AT&T Internet Air or Spectrum Fiber at 1 gigabit speed. Michael, who is in Kentucky, asks how to hide his real phone number when signing up for services. Rich mentioned Cloaked, Burner App, T-Mobile DIGITS, Verizon’s Second Number and Google Voice. Sue asked why she and...

Rich talked about his experience using high-speed Starlink internet on Hawaiian Airlines. Perry in Glendale needs help with his Outlook. Rich says to check the Spectrum settings here. Ryan Ozawa, Native Hawaiian tech journalist and publisher of the Hawaii Bulletin, will talk about the startup scene in Hawaii. Some Apple users were unexpectedly logged out of their accounts, forcing them to reset their passwords to get back in. Rosemary in Fontana has an issue with her Fire TV stick...

Rich discusses the current state of self-driving and autonomous cars. Rick in Manhattan Beach wants a way to get music onto his iPod Shuffle. Rich recommended WALTR Pro. On Windows, try CopyTrans Manager. China has ordered Apple to remove WhatsApp, Threads, Signal and Telegram from the App Store. Laura Mae Martin, Google’s Executive Productivity Advisor and author Uptime: A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing. Angie in Los Angeles has a laptop with a virus and wants to...

Rich discusses how we are automating jobs out of existence and the secret to keeping yours. Chuck, in Pasadena, visited a robot that made a burger chain called Cali Express. Here’s my original video on Flippy, the burger-flipping robot. The Roku hack is worse than expected. The company says it has affected more than 500,000 accounts. Dave Malkoff, a CBS News reporter, talks about reporting on the Total Eclipse. He recommended two apps, FlightRadar24 and RadarScope, for live weather...

Episode Summary: In this episode, Rich DeMuro shares a variety of useful websites, apps, and tech tips to make life easier and more secure. He discusses the importance of online privacy and security, offers advice on smartphone insurance, and explores the challenges and benefits of transitioning to a "dumb phone." The show also features an interview with a digital minimalist who shares insights on reducing screen time and finding balance in a technology-driven world. Topics Discussed: -...

Topics covered: 1. Gmail has turned 20 years old and has evolved significantly since its launch on April 1, 2004. 2. AT&T has announced a massive data breach affecting 7.6 million current customers and 65.4 million former customers, with personal information like social security numbers exposed. 3. Instagram is now limiting political content by default ahead of elections, but users can change this in their settings. 4. Google Maps has added new features for summer travel, including...

Rich explains the antitrust case against Apple. Tammi asks why Meta’s Messenger is asking her to set up a 6-digit PIN. Rich attends the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference to learn about assistive technologies for the disability community. InnoCaption. Caption Call. Vibio. PlayStation Access Controller. Monarch. OKO App. Diana in Torrance wants remote desktop software to access her MacBook Pro remotely. Rich says to check out TeamViewer for free or GoToMyPC for paid. RustDesk is an...

Rich talks about how much data our phones collect on us and how you can check to see which apps access what and revoke these permissions! Shelly in Seal Beach wants a new laptop to replace her iMac. A new website called Speedtest Performance from OOKLA helps you find the fastest internet service provider near you based on real-life speed tests. Dr. Scott J. White, associate professor and director of The George Washington University’s Cybersecurity Program and Cyber Academy, discusses TikTok...

63 - March 16, 2024 Rich DeMuro talks about tech news, tips, and gadget reviews and conducts interviews in this weekly show. Airs 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and syndicated on 350+ stations nationwide. Stream live on the iHeartRadio App or subscribe to the podcast. Follow Rich on X, Instagram and Facebook. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Links may be affiliate. RichOnTech.tv Sign up for the Rich on Tech Newsletter! Rich talked about how much data our phones collect on us...

Rich DeMuro discusses the latest tech news, including his experience with the Apple Vision Pro, a potential TikTok ban, and updates to Instagram messaging. He also covers budget smartphone recommendations, transferring data between Samsung and iPhone, iOS and Windows updates, and AI-powered transcription tools.

Rich DeMuro covers topics like travel booking tips, making old laptops run faster with Chrome OS Flex, iPhone privacy features, electric cars, antennas for watching over-the-air TV, and answers listener questions about technology.

Rich DeMuro covers the latest on an AT&T outage, a healthcare hack, and ransomware attacks. He also provides tips for protecting your online accounts, retrieving data from a phone, and avoiding AI scams.

Rich DeMuro discusses tech news, tips and gadget reviews, including helping a computer refresh saga, staying connected overseas, new AI video generator Sora, Android safety protections, Samsung phone fixes, deleting, AI PCs, password managers, car CD players, streaming changes and Tesla's EV lead.

Rich DeMuro discusses insights and highlights from the 2024 Chicago Auto Show, including the latest electric vehicles, as well as tech news like Disney+ password-sharing changes, Alexa emergency features, and the highlights and lowlights of AI. He also provides tips on how to prevent your smart TV from spying on you.

Rich DeMuro discusses topics like the launch of Apple's Vision Pro glasses, the best TVs to buy for the Super Bowl, how to view the upcoming solar eclipse safely, issues with smart home devices, social media companies being questioned about child safety, online privacy and security tips, iPhone features causing confusion for users, a recall of Snap's Pixy drones due to fire risk, advancements in healthcare apps, changes to Yelp and TikTok, smartwatches, electric vehicles, and new streaming...

Rich DeMuro hosts his weekly tech news and gadget review radio show, discussing topics like Samsung's new Galaxy phone, a massive data breach, Windows updates, new Google Pixel features, electric vehicles, and changes to the T-Mobile rewards app. The show features guests discussing smartphones, KIA EV9 SUV and a payment card settlement for small businesses.

Rich talks about attending Samsung's Galaxy S24 launch and trying Apple's Vision Pro headset. He discusses new Android features, streaming sports, and AI apps. Rich also covers tips on syncing Gmail, getting Disney+ with Spectrum, and detecting scams with Norton's new tool.

Rich DeMuro talks technology news, tips, gadget reviews and interviews. This week Rich discussed highlights from CES 2024. Topics include Apple Vision Pro launch date, autonomous vehicles from Zoox, LG's wireless transparent TV, and more. Rich also answers listener questions about storing retailer cards in digital wallets, WiFi coverage, Bitcoin, and antenna recommendations. Guests include Google's Sameer Samat, Ilya Pozin of Telly, and CoinFlip's CEO.

Rich reminisces about viral CES moments from the past like the laundry folding machine. He also gives tech tips on MVNO cell plans, recovering hard drive data, and answers questions about best camera phones and cable landlines.

Rich opens the mailbag for the show to answer listener questions and share feedback, reflecting on a full year of the show.

This week's news show covers topics like data breaches, phone theft, accessibility tools, and frustrating app updates, with guests sharing tips on cybersecurity and key lessons from a long tech career. Rich also answers callers' questions about sync issues, accidental 911 calls, virus alerts, and more.

Rich DeMuro delves into the latest in technology news and tips, including discussions on Apple's new iOS features and the end of life for older tech gadgets. Rich also provides practical advice on topics like choosing the right CRM, smartphone privacy concerns, and innovative tech developments in web browsing and air travel security.