Rich recapped the major announcements from Apple’s WWDC 2025 . Dario asks how to colorize an old black-and-white photo. Rich recommended apps like MyHeritage , Remini , and Photomyne for affordable and easy photo restoration. Anker is recalling its popular PowerCore 10000 (model A1263) due to fire and burn risks — stop using it and check for a free replacement or refund. Christina from Los Angeles wants a way to plug in a flash drive to her iPhone to back up her photos — Rich recommends the SanD...
Jun 14, 2025•1 hr 44 min
Rich gave his first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 . Looking for details on how to get it? Check out TheShortcut.com Jim in British Columbia wonders if an advertisement he sees on Facebook for a $29 pallet full of returned Amazon goods is legitimate. Drew in Costa Mesa is looking for a solid basic printer/copier. Rich recommends the Brother L2240DW —grab it through a cashback site like Shopback to earn a little money back, since this model rarely goes on sale. Rich mentioned CamelCamelCame...
Jun 07, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Rich talked about a massive data breach exposing 184 million logins and passwords. He recommends using strong, unique passwords and turning on two-factor authentication for key accounts. Mentioned: Have I Been Pwned and MalwareBytes Digital Footprint Tool Rich highlighted the impressive Gemini live video feature , which brings real-time AI to life. ChatGPT has a similar tool — if you haven’t tried it yet, now’s a good time. Greg in Minnesota asked how to record live streaming radio. Rich suggest...
May 31, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Rich talks about attending Google I/O 2025 and the major consumer announcements from Google. Mozilla is shutting down its Pocket app—if you need an alternative to save articles for later, check out Instapaper . Google just launched the NotebookLM app for iOS and Android—check out the new Audio Overviews , which turn your notes into podcast-style summaries you can listen to on the go. Benny in Burbank is blind and wants to read mail and newspapers—Rich recommends ElevenReader , a free app that us...
May 25, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich talks about the trend of slimmer smartphones, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge . Toni in the Inland Empire wants her Apple Watch to alert her when she leaves her iPhone behind. Melissa asks if it’s safe to leave to add her debit card to Apple Cash . Leon in Fallbrook asks what Rich thinks of services that remove your personal info from the internet. Here’s my DIY guide . Charter and Cox are merging in a multi-billion dollar deal. Edward in Tampa is curious if Rich has ever heard of...
May 18, 2025•1 hr 41 min
Rich discussed how social media is changing the fabric of our society. Susan in Santa Monica says her friend’s iPhone 13 Pro Max is showing SOS after getting an eSIM installed—likely a carrier activation issue. If Siri ever activated without you wanting her to, you might be able to claim your share of a $95 million settlement . Dawn in Troy, Ohio, is wondering if she can turn off Grammarly full keyboard access—Rich explains the privacy trade-offs and how to adjust the setting. Mentioned: Languag...
May 10, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich discusses how a major court ruling forces Apple to allow outside payment links in apps, changing how developers charge and how users pay. Mark in San Diego says the GPS on his Pixel 4a has stopped working and wants to know what he can do to fix it. Microsoft is going passwordless for new accounts, using passkeys and other secure sign-in methods. Paul in Columbus, Ohio says one of the backlights on his Hisense TV is busted and wants to know what his options are. Google is ending support for ...
May 03, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich talked about the latest Roku announcements from their NYC event. Stephen from Tarzana wants to organize millions of files on his computer. Rich suggested checking out AI tools like Dropbox Dash , along with software options such as Directory Opus and the freeware alternative Total Commander . As expected, pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are already sold out. Tim Makalinao, Co-Founder and CEO of Bandana , joins us to talk about fixing the broken job search system and how his startup is ...
Apr 26, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Rich discusses major antitrust cases against Meta and Google—and what they could mean for the future of Big Tech. Richard in Bell, California asks why his PayPal transaction won’t go through on a website. Dennis in San Dimas is looking for a NAS drive that works with both Windows PCs and Macs. Rich mentioned brands like Synology or QNAP . Nintendo Switch pre-orders begin April 24—prices for the base console and bundle stay the same. Richard in Arcadia wants to digitize old photos. Rich suggests ...
Apr 19, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich shares tips for avoiding pricey roaming charges when traveling abroad. The AirFly Pro 2 lets you use your Bluetooth headphones with in-flight screens. A simple adapter that makes travel more comfortable. Lynn in Murrieta is asking why AT&T is ending email-to-text. The service shuts down in June because presumably not many people are using the feature anymore. Rich also mentioned three easy ways for exchanging files cross platform including LocalSend , FilePizza and PairDrop . Matt Swide...
Apr 06, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich shared how a cybersecurity expert got tricked by a phishing scam. A reminder that we’re often the last line of defense . Susan in Santa Monica is helping a friend buy a laptop and wants to know what matters most. Facebook is bringing back a feed that only shows posts from your friends. The new tab puts the focus back on real connections. Emma in San Bernardino needs last-minute airfare. Rich recommends checking points sites like PointsYeah and point.me , then using Google Flights with flexi...
Mar 29, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich On Tech Episode 114 - March 22, 2025 Rich takes a trip down memory lane to talk about some of his personal gadget milestones over the years. David in San Francisco asks how to get good audio on a plane. Rich recommends AirFly and noise cancelling headphones. Bob in Garden City Michigan wants to know how to tape a phone call on his iPhone. Rich says iOS 18 has call recording feature built in (so does Pixel and Samsung), Google Voice can record calls, so can apps including Rev and TapeACall a...
Mar 23, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich discusses how transcription tools powered by AI are making it simple to turn speech into text, whether in real-time or from recorded audio. Products & Services Mentioned: Pixel Recorder , Samsung Voice Recorder , iPhone Voice Memos , MacWhisper , Vibe Transcribe , Whisper Web , Voice Notes , Whisper Memos , PLAUD Note , PLAUD Pin , Wispr Flow Dave in Long Beach says his iTunes music library has disappeared and wants to know how to get it back. Ray in Chicago says his Google Chromecast h...
Mar 15, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Apple’s latest product upgrades include the iPad Air M3, the 12th-gen iPad, and the MacBook Air M4 in a sleek new Sky Blue finish. Tony asked about a good app for playing local files on his computer, with recommendations for reliable and feature-rich media players. Rich says YouTube Music cloud , Samsung Music , listeners recommend doubleTwist , Pulsar . If you want to thwart phone call scams, try using the call recording feature on your device to deter scammers. Matt Swider of The Shortcut join...
Mar 09, 2025•1 hr 43 min
Rich gives a recap of the Amazon Alexa+ event in NYC , covering the major AI-powered upgrades, new features, and whether the $20/month subscription is worth it. Microsoft is shutting down Skype on May 5, 2025 , urging users to switch to Microsoft Teams for continued service. Jeff in Tulsa asks how to get started with his password manager . Jose wants to know if the Ryoko portable WiFi hotspot is any good. Rich suggested the Simo devices as an alternative. Google has a new, easier way to remove p...
Mar 02, 2025•1 hr 50 min
Rich discussed the new iPhone 16e and its features, offering impressive value at a starting price of $599 . Wayne in Irvine had his Instagram and Facebook accounts hacked. Rich recommends visiting facebook.com/hacked to recover the account or signing up for Meta Verified for direct support. Also, secure your accounts with strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication . 🎙️ Titania Jordan joins me to talk about keeping kids safe online, her work with Bark Technologies, and how par...
Feb 22, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich explains the current state of satellite connectivity on mobile phones. Sign up for the T-Mobile Beta Test [ here ]. Watch Verizon’s commercial [ here ]. You can now download the Apple TV app for Android phones and tablets for access to Apple TV+ streaming and MLS . Allison in Newport Beach says her business Instagram account was taken down due to violations she knows aren’t true. Rich says she can try appealing through the Meta Verified program. ✈️ Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy, sh...
Feb 16, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Rich says Amazon will unveil a new AI-powered Alexa at an event in New York City on February 26. Apple has launched Apple Invites , a new invite app. You’ll need an iCloud+ subscription and an iPhone to send invites, but anyone can RSVP —even non-Apple users. Diana asks for an app to repurpose an old phone. Rich recommends Alfred Camera for easy live monitoring and motion detection. Did you know Microsoft has a free app called PC Manager ? It helps clean and optimize your system. Just be sure to...
Feb 09, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich explained what DeepSeek is and why it disrupted the AI industry. Toni in the Inland Empire asks about the difference between following someone and adding them as a friend on Facebook. Jeff in Anaheim bought an Amazon Astro robot, and it stopped working. Amazon Music Unlimited is raising prices by at least $1 a month. Katie in Garden Grove is wondering about using an eSIM or regular SIM in Japan. Rich mentioned Airalo , use code RICH5375 for a few dollars off. Lisa asks about the BeaconLink ...
Feb 01, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Rich gives his initial impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Freddy in Yonkers is looking for a way to rip audio off CDs. Rich mentioned Exact Audio Copy . Drew in Sherman Oaks is looking for a way to free up storage on on his iPad without deleting his photos from iCloud. Rich recommends the “ Optimize Storage ” feature. Delete Desk is a handy website with a database of easy deletion instructions for over 10,000 websites. Bill in Santa Monica is wondering if the free TCL phone he got is ...
Jan 26, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich DeMuro talks about tech news, tips, and gadget reviews and conducts interviews in this weekly show. Listen LIVE from 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and syndicated on 350+ stations nationwide. Rich talked about the tech to have on hand in an emergency situation. Valerie is struggling to figure out what music service she wants to commit to. Rich mentioned apps helpful to keep up with Wildfire activity near your home including Frontline Wildfire Defense , Watch Duty , PulsePoint and Firststreet...
Jan 18, 2025•1 hr 43 min
Rich gave an update on the Wildfire situation in Los Angeles, and talked about balancing CES coverage with the fires happening back home. Raul in Arcadia asked about portable batteries. Rich mentioned Jackery , Goal Zero , EcoFlow’s Solar Hat and Anker . 🔥 Nick Russell, VP of Operations at Watch Duty , will share how the app is helping communities stay informed during the LA County fires. Susan in Santa Monica wants to get a smartphone. Rich mentioned refurbished iPhone and Pixels for the phone...
Jan 12, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich talks about the Apple eavesdropping settlement . Here’s how to adjust the privacy settings on your smart devices like Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa. Joe in Riverside wants to know if the LG M4 OLED TV will go on sale in the U.S. Samsung’s $60 Galaxy Fit3 goes on sale in the U.S. on January 9. 🌄 Kai Twanmoh shares expert tips on exploring the outdoors with AllTrails —perfect for adventure enthusiasts! What is Turo , the peer-to-peer platform used to rent both cars that have been used in ...
Jan 05, 2025•1 hr 46 min
Rich shared his Favorite Apps of 2024 . Diane wants to be able to access her home WiFi from other places. Rich mentioned a startup called CleverFi that’s working on something like this. Spencer in Charlotte wants to force a Windows 11 installation. Mentioned: help page ChatGPT now has an 800 number to call to talk to their AI chatbot. ChatGPT has opened its real-time web search feature to all users. Lito asks where is the promised Instagram recommendations reset ? Look for it under Profile > ...
Dec 21, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Rich DeMuro talks about tech news, tips, and gadget reviews and conducts interviews in this weekly show. Rich talked about all the AI improvements on the iPhone thanks to iOS 18.2. Santa has arrived on ChatGPT. Dennis in Pasadena is having issues with printing from his iPad using WiFi. LG is no longer making Blu-Ray players. 🚍 Jared Schnader, Senior Bus Director at CALSTART , will talk about California's first electric road charging system and the electrification of UCLA’s BruinBus fleet. Jamie...
Dec 15, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Rich discussed the various types of encryption and why secure communication matters—even if you feel like you have "nothing to hide." Elena in Berkley says her Mint Mobile slows down after two weeks. Rich said to monitor speeds with an app called Meteor . Bitcoin crossed $100,000 for the first time. 💡 Coinbase CSO Philip Martin will share expert tips on avoiding online scams, protecting digital assets, and fighting back against fraud. MyHeritage app has a new feature called LiveMemory which use...
Dec 08, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Rich DeMuro brings you the latest in tech news, tips, gadget reviews, and interviews on Rich On Tech . Where to Listen Live Broadcast : Saturdays, 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and 350+ syndicated stations nationwide. Streaming : iHeartRadio App or podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Call In : Join the conversation at 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) . Paid Subscribers : Enjoy ad-free, high-quality audio. Featured Tech Tips & News Holiday Gift Ideas : Rich's top picks include t...
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rich On Tech 98 - November 16, 2024 Rich talked about the technical issues plaguing the Netflix livestream of the Jake Paul Mike Tyson fight. Bluesky is suddenly a popular alternative to X. Find me here . Bitcoin reached a new high of $90,000. Marcello in Golita wants help recoving a forgotten Bitcoin account. Mentioned: CryptoAssetRecovery and KeyChainX Google has a standalone Gemini AI app for iPhone. Mark in Los Angeles is curious about iMac vs Mac Mini and what monitor to get. Episode mentio...
Nov 16, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rich talked about his new love for the Ray Ban Meta smart glasses. VIDEO Russ in Grand Junction, CO is blind and loves his Ray Ban Meta glasses. Julian in Woodland Hills says the Be My Eyes feature on the Meta glasses. Aria is another similar service. You can now use chat.com to access ChatGPT. Apple Notes gone on the iPhone? Here’s the fix . Max is the latest streaming service to start cracking down on password sharing. Pat wants to know if using an iPhone as a MacBook hotspot will damage it. M...
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rich talked about the new Apple Intelligence features on the iPhone. VIDEO Dennis in Pasadena has audio distortion on his AirPods since doing the hearing test. Microsoft announces paid security updates after Windows 10 support ends. Rich attended TechCrunch Disrupt 2024. Startups mentioned: Remento , HiHello , Popl , MabLab , Astreas Mike in Tuscon says web pages no longer load on Chrome. Try Reset all settings . Tony in San Ysidro has issues with his Pixel and iPhone. Bob in Oceanside needs to ...
Nov 02, 2024•1 hr 49 min
