First impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra; big takeaways and cool gadgets from CES 2021; Google smart speakers get a guest mode; Google promises Fitbit data will remain separate; Netflix testing spatial audio support.Listeners ask about making the podcast longer, best password apps, shredding personal documents, RFID blocking wallets, where to export Facebook photos and videos, adding GPS data to photos and more.Links Follow Rich S21 hands-on: Facebook Live ; Instagram CES 2021: Preview ...
Jan 15, 2021•1 hr 1 min
All listener questions! Listeners ask about mistakenly buying an older model laptop, alternatives to WhatsApp, how to transcribe a Zoom meeting, using an iPad as a second monitor, using a keyboard with a smartphone, whether to delete Adobe Flash from their computer, recording picture in picture videos on a smartphone, safest online payment method between credit, debit and PayPal.Follow Rich! https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...
Jan 09, 2021•58 min
Rich talks about hosting CES 2021's virtual show; a review of Apple Fitnes+; Samsung promises better video and photo quality, more foldable phones in 2021; HBO Max comes to Roku; Apple TV+ comes to Chromecast with Google TV; Malicious Chrome extensions; Apple Privacy labels; Google Pay $21 signup bonus.Listeners ask about a program to update their address book, a replacement for Google Play Music Manager, how much RAM to get on a new MacBook laptop, whether to buy an unlocked phone; canceling ca...
Dec 18, 2020•49 min
Apple unveils $549 AirPods Max headphones; California gets on board with Apple and Google's COVID tracing system; Disney+ raising its price; Apple Music comes to Google smart speakers and displays; Google Photos plays nicer with Apple Photos; Google Assistant routines come to the home screen.Listeners ask about stronger two-factor authentication with YubiKey, a smartwatch to pair with a Samsung phone, a better podcast app than the one built into iPhone, an Android version of SanDisk iXpand drive...
Dec 11, 2020•55 min
Amazon Sidewalk will turn on by default on Echo and Ring devices; Wyze $20 smartwatch; Warner Bros. streams same day as theater releases; Verizon offers unlimited cloud storage; Fire TV Cube gets video calling support; Google Play music goes away for reals.Listeners ask about the Microsoft Edge web browser, how to get rid of the U2 album in Apple Music, stopping spam text messages, best tablet for a senior that's not Apple and Sonos versus HomePods.Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richontech eer...
Dec 04, 2020•59 min
A special holiday shopping edition of the show packed with your questions! Rich explores the best sites to find holiday shopping deals.Listeners ask about The Photo Stick, if it's complicated to test out new technology, exercise bike recommendations, whether a high end Roomba is worth it, Shazam in iOS Control Center, if there's a catch to the GetUpside app, which video game console to get, a photo scanner that gets the front and back of prints, switching to Visible, iPhone settlement refunds, i...
Nov 27, 2020•55 min
Google Photos makes a big change when it comes to free storage; Survey says Amazon is nearly always the cheapest; Chrome gets faster; HBO Max hits Fire TV; Twitter introduces Fleets; Google Pay gets more Venmo-ey; Fitbits get Google Assistant and Bluetooth calls; Amazon opens a Pharmacy and Peanuts will be on TV, afterall.Listeners ask about an Android app for Caller ID, bypassing cell phone activation fees, random content on Instagram, swapping out an Intel MacBook Air for a new M1 MacBook Air,...
Nov 20, 2020•55 min
Hands on with HomePod Mini, iPhone 12 Mini and Max; Apple's M1 chip; macOS Big Sur arrives; AirPlay 2 comes to Roku devices; Instagram's redesign; hands on with PS5 and the new Xbox.Listeners ask about the best mesh networking systems, what internet speed to get, whether to repair or replace and aging laptop, deleting a Facebook account and where to get pet insurance. Links:Follow Rich https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ HomePod Mini https://youtu.be/MH7x3e90IrA iPhone 12 Mini and Max https://...
Nov 13, 2020•58 min
Hands on with T-Mobile TVision; my experiment to ditch Sonos for Google speakers; thoughts what makes Chromecast with Google TV so compelling; Spotify streaming arrives on Apple Watch; Apple's website for free replacements and repairs; hands on with the OnePlus Buds Z and playing with Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Listeners ask about syncing messages to an Apple Watch, getting a cracked iPhone repaired without insurance, the way to find the best iPad deals, whether to ditch Samsung for an iPhon...
Nov 06, 2020•51 min
Hands on impressions of the iPhone 12, Pixel 5 and the Samsung S20 FE; Wyze Cam v3; Apple One subscription bundle plans launch; saving money by using the iHeartRadio Apple Watch app; iPhone 12 drop tests; Adobe Holiday Shopping predictions; an app to turn your iPhone into a webcam and the Hummer EV.Listeners ask about Quibi shutting down, how to find learning tutorials online, the best ways to print pictures from a phone, websites that already have your credit card number, whether to get a new l...
Oct 30, 2020•53 min
5G, MagSafe and Ceramic Shield are just some of the new features on the iPhone 12. Find out how 5G will impact the battery life, the benefit Ceramic Shield will have on drops and if MagSafe will demagnetize credit cards and hotel keys. Also, the charging situation with the new USB-C cable is explained and how the buying process is a bit different this year due to the pandemic.Interview with Kaiann Drance, VP, iPhone Product Marketing at Apple. Follow Rich: https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ S...
Oct 22, 2020•14 min
Apple takes the wraps off iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max; HomePod Mini is now competing with Alexa and Google; iPhone carrier deals; Photomath homework app solves math problems by taking a picture of them; search for a song by humming into Google.Listeners ask about paying to get a suspended Twitter account reinstated, where to get credit reports for free, best smart speaker for an elderly parent, whether to turn off a computer when not in use and if the Ring alar...
Oct 16, 2020•48 min
Apple sets a date for it's big iPhone 12 reveal; a preview of Amazon Prime Day and how to nab the best deals; T-Mobile expands its ISP offering; Instagram celebrates 10 years; Roku Channel comes to Amazon Fire TV; Waymo opens up driverless rides to everyone.Listeners ask about a bloated iPhone battery, best way to protect an iPhone from viruses and malware, converting DVDs to thumb drive, using Google to sign into websites instead of a unique username and password and listening to TV audio using...
Oct 09, 2020•56 min
Using your current iPhone to help you fund your next one? Here are the steps to take to get your phone ready for maximum cash back when you sell!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 07, 2020•9 min
What to know about Chromecast with Google TV; Pixel 5 smartphone specs; Nest Audio speaker; Facebook builds Messenger into Instagram; Google puts an end to waiting on hold; iHeartRadio app for Apple Watch; Super Mario Bros. 35 game.Listeners ask about a smartwatch for a kid, getting WiFi without a cable connection, how to get an e-business card, whether to buy a wireless CarPlay adapter and if the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a good phone.LinksFollow Rich! https://twitter.com/richontech Chromecast w...
Oct 02, 2020•55 min
The Google Nest Audio smart speaker replaces the original 2016 Google Home. Nest Audio has louder sound, better bass and you can pair two of them for a stereo effect. Learn how Google uses proprietary software and data to make these speakers sound their best no matter where or how you listen to them. Interview with Mark Spates, Google Nest Product ManagerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . Get full acces...
Oct 01, 2020•12 min
Roku players are getting AirPlay 2 thanks to a software update. The company also unveiled a new stand alone streaming app filled with free items to watch and new players.Interview with Mark Ely, Vice President, Retail Product Strategy at Roku.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 28, 2020•11 min
Amazon updates Fire TV and Echo devices; Samsung has a new "Fan Edition" S20 smartphone at a great price; Ring Always Home Cam flies around your house and a way to backup photos on iPhone without using the cloud.Listeners ask about a smartwatch for kids, COVID information on Google Maps, setting time limits on iPad games, blocking YouTube from kids during school time and whether to get a new iPad Pro.Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richontech Links:Amazon Fire TV devices https://amzn.to/3j49Myh...
Sep 25, 2020•43 min
iOS 14 features; Apple Watch 6; Apple Watch SE; letting a child use an Apple Watch without requiring an iPhone; Apple One bundle; PlayStation 5 pricing details; TikTok Ban update; Arlo Wireless Video Doorbell; Verizon acquires TracFone.Listeners ask about a way to stay connected between different rooms of the house, best sites to sell used goods, podcast equipment recommendations, keeping an old router versus upgrading, blue light filters and more.Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richontech iOS ...
Sep 18, 2020•50 min
Amazon has a brand new grocery store concept and the first location is opening in Woodland Hills, CA. The Amazon Fresh store features a mix of local and national brands along with organics and freshly prepared items. There's an emphasis on low prices and high-tech checkout.Follow Rich https://twitter.com/richontech Store location:Amazon Fresh grocery store opens Thursday, September 17. Hours are from 7 AM to 10 PM daily. The store is located at 6245 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367S...
Sep 17, 2020•10 min
Apple sets a date to reveal new products at a virtual event, pricing and availability for the new Xbox models, two factor authentication on Zoom, location tracking in Citizen SafePass app, Apple TV app on VIZIO TV's and Peloton's new bike.Listeners ask about the best apps to monitor kids on social media, Samsung Galaxy Watch 3, replacing cable with a Roku and screen protectors for a Samsung phone. Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richontech Apple Event https://www.apple.com/apple-events/ Xbox mo...
Sep 11, 2020•48 min
Hands on impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2; Facebook's tool to directly transfer photos to Dropbox; Nomad Base Station Pro wireless charger; Consent-O-Matic chrome extension; HearHere audio road trip app; using Google's Saved feature.Listeners ask about the WD My Cloud Duo, a way to play music in veterinary exam rooms, 2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz Wifi signals, replacing the battery on an aging Samsung phone, whether to keep or ditch a MacBook Pro and why Verizon is discontinuing Ring Back tones.Fol...
Sep 04, 2020•47 min
All listener questions! Listeners ask about the best routers, inexpensive Bluetooth earbuds, best headphones with a mic for kids, Google's Recorder App, how to take screenshots on a smartphone, best new phone for a teenager, if social media still looks bad on the Note20, fixing a laptop keyboard, one time use credit cards, a laptop for under $1,000, best cell phones for senior citizens, a good alternative to Microsoft Word 2011 and how to free up storage on an iPhone.Follow Rich! https://twitter...
Aug 28, 2020•50 min
Smart home displays will soon support Zoom; review of the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra; S20 series gets new features; Verizon bundles Disney, Hulu and ESPN; Apple bundles CBS and Showtime; a new CompUSA deals website; Instagram now lets you scroll forever and ever; Apple starts two new streaming radio stations; Netflix tests a shuffle button.Listeners ask about which Ring doorbell to get, if a basic MacBook Air is worth it, changing the default email program on an iPhone, getting a data signal in...
Aug 21, 2020•51 min
Initial hands on impressions of Samsung's latest products including the Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Tab S7, Watch3, Buds Live; Fortnite fight with Apple and Google; Microsoft Surface Duo; Instagram Reels; Android Earthquake features; how to keep your phone safe from tracking; Google's new way to find where sports games are streaming live or on TV.Listeners ask about using the least possible data on their phone, the best software to protect from hackers, getting better Wifi at home, Peloton bike alterna...
Aug 14, 2020•55 min
CES 2021 will now be a digital event; Google's new way to help backup iPhones and Androids; Apple delays the iPhone 12 by a few weeks; Google is ready to release the Pixel 4a; renting out someone else's backyard pool, Rich's thoughts on Roblox; cool new book recommendation website. Listeners ask about retrieving texts stored in iCloud, best inexpensive microphone for a podcast, getting back Google Play Services, best lenses for a Samsung phone; good portable battery chargers and iPad versus Surf...
Jul 31, 2020•1 hr 1 min
T-Mobile introduces ScamShield in an effort to stop robocalls; Uproad turns your smartphone into a toll transponder; Twitter's big hack; Lemonade Pet insurance; a new app to turn your iPhone into a webcam.Listeners ask about protecting their email account after a gift card balance is stolen; the easiest way to join a Zoom call; best budget Samsung phone to buy and if the Blaux portable air conditioner is worth it.Follow Rich https://twitter.com/richontech T-Mobile ScamShield https://www.t-mobile...
Jul 17, 2020•51 min
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2020 goes virtual; Microsoft Teams puts people in the same room virtually; iOS 14 Public Beta is now available; $90 Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet review; Meal planning apps; AT&T adds teacher, nurse and doctor discounts; Instagram Stories tool for iPhone.Listeners ask about a camera to keep an eye on the kids in the backyard, sites for finding work from home jobs, best Roku player, a device to uncover hidden cameras in rentals and a way to transcribe classes and Zoom calls....
Jul 10, 2020•50 min
New Mac Malware making the rounds, Random phrases that trigger digital assistants, Coronavirus tracking on smartphones, Google augmented reality dinosaurs, YouTube TV raises prices again, $28 wireless earbuds, a fun and easy poker app and a travel vlogger shares road trip planning tips.Listeners ask when the iOS 14 public beta will be available, if the Ring Peephole cam is a good Idea their apartment, cell phone holders for the car and deleting individual episodes of a podcast on an iPhone.Follo...
Jul 03, 2020•49 min
A look at the new software features coming soon to the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch; Wyze's new affordable outdoor security camera; Facebook warns if users share an article over 90 days old; group video calling comes to Google Nest Hub Max; iOS 14 catches spying apps; Google now automatically deletes location and search data after 18 months; Microsoft permanently closes down its retail locations.Listeners ask about buying more iCloud storage on the iPhone, why COVID tracking was automatically in...
Jun 26, 2020•50 min
