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
Rich discusses the answers to his questions: Which phone are you using? How do you keep track of your to-do list? Rich’s current method: Whisper Memos on Apple Watch, Email Me on iOS, Email Yourself on Android, Notion for safekeeping, Microsoft To Do since it’s cross-platform and allows you to add files. Toni in the Inland Empire wants a dash cam to keep her car safe. 👩⚖️ Clinical psychologist and attorney Dr. Lisa Strohman discusses strategies for protecting youth in the digital age. Mentione...
Oct 26, 2024•1 hr 42 min
Amazon refreshed it’s entire Kindle lineup including the first ever Kindle Colorsoft with color e-ink. Stephanie in Los Angeles is a senior citizen and wants to be prepared for an emergency. Rich mentioned Blindshell , DumbWireless and Consumer Cellular phones. Mike writes in about how to get help with installing Ring and Arlo around his house. Rich recommends searching Yelp for home network installation, home automation, TV mounting or security systems. Lori from Canal Fulton, OH asks what the ...
Oct 19, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Rich is home in NJ and recounted his Dad’s (successful) cancer journey and his love of electronics stores over the years. Toni in the Inland Empire is having issues with one of her AirPods. Rich mentioned a factory reset , cleaning and check for software update. You can replace just one or buy the new AirPods 4 . Susan in Santa Monica has a question about replacing her old router and whether she should turn off her router at night. Tesla unveiled the Cybercab robotaxi and more at an event in Los...
Oct 13, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rich shared his tips and tricks for getting the best deals on Amazon Prime Day. Linda in Seal Beach is worried her iPhone is hacked. Rich mentioned a Restore and iMazing Spyware scan. China found a way to spy on our telecom systems using our own wiretapping backdoor. Gary in Laguna Nigel is curious if he can run Verizon and T-Mobile on his phone. Brian in Murietta wants to know if his friend’s data connection is being deprioritized. Diane in Torrance wants to know how to cancel a Microsoft 365 s...
Oct 05, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Rich shared his story about how he tried to help out his Instagram followers and it backfired. Arnold in Rancho Cucamonga is getting popups on his S24 smartphone. 🥽 CNET's Scott Stein compares Meta’s Orion AR prototype against Snap's Spectacles, and talks about advancements in augmented reality. Dianne in Torrance uses Team Viewer for free but now it’s asking her to pay. Rich mentioned RustDesk and Chrome Remote Desktop as an alternative. LG Smart TV’s are now showing ads before the screensaver...
Sep 28, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Rich talked about new features in iOS 18 and mentioned Whisper Memos as a great way to use the Action Button. Matthew in Sonora wants help building his dream invention of a smart Bott’s Dot to help cut down on cars hitting animals in the road. 🤖 Brian Merchant, author of Blood in the Machine discusses Chipotle's automation push and its wider impact on the workforce across industries. Mike in Irvine wants to know if teenagers can hide apps and what parents can do about it. Kevin in San Clemente ...
Sep 21, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rich offers his hands on impressions of the new Apple products: iPhone 16 models, Apple Watches and AirPods. Bill in Los Angeles wonders if those websites offering a free iPhone 15 are legit. 📱 Washington Post tech columnist Geoffrey Fowler test-drives Apple Intelligence and explains the quirks in the iPhone 16's new AI features. Annette asks how to mute notifications on group texts on Android. Ed in Tarzana wants to know how the Sleep Apnea detection feature works on the Apple Watch. Tom in Te...
Sep 15, 2024•1 hr 46 min
Rich reviews the V-U2 show at the Sphere Las Vegas. David in Fresno is getting pop-up notifications on his screen ever since he visited a certain website. Verizon is buying Frontier for $20 billion in cash. Verizon is also cutting Autopay discounts for customers on older plans. Beware: Bitcoin ATM scams are on the rise. Google Photos has a new “ Ask Photos ” AI feature you can try out. Stop reading the manual for your appliances and gadgets. Here’s how to use AI to help you instead. Steve in San...
Sep 07, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Apple set a date for its next big event to unveil the iPhone 16 models. California might approve a controversial AI Safety Bill. ESPN launches a Where to Watch tool. Fubo has a similar Gamefinder tool for sports. Jason in Texas says the battery in his 2019 MacBook won’t charge anymore. 📱 UCSF pediatrics professor Dr. Jason Nagata discusses recent school smartphone bans and their impact on student well-being. Nenette in Los Angeles is wondering if she should get M2 or M3 chip. Gloria in Oxnard, ...
Sep 01, 2024•1 hr 46 min
Rich discussed some real life ways to use AI: to help you pick out wine on a menu, choose what to order based on dietary restrictions and even pick ingredients to cook with. Android users in California can now add their ID or drivers license to Google Wallet. Apple Wallet support is coming soon . Richard in New Jersey is wondering why the voice volume on his Sonos system is louder than the TV volume. 📺 Ashish Aggarwal introduces the JubileeTV , a streaming device designed to help seniors with r...
Aug 24, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Rich discusses the new Pixel hardware from the latest Made By Google Event. Here’s how to check if your SSN was involved in that massive data breach. Links to freeze credit reports: Experian , TransUnion , Equifax Ryan Montgomery, founder of cybersecurity firm Pentester . NPD Breach Check Tool Mentioned: Bitdefender and ESET for anti-virus, iVPN and Mullvad for VPNs Follow Ryan on Instagram for more cybersecurity info and tips Eric in the I.E. asks there’s something similar to Pixel’s Call Notes...
Aug 17, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Topics Covered: 1. Google ruled an illegal monopoly - How to change default search engine on iPhone and Android 2. Troubleshooting Paramount+ on 2017 Samsung TV 3. Bandlab app for music creation on iPad 4. Flight tracking apps: Flighty and App in the Air 5. Cash App breach settlement 6. Running Windows on Mac computers - Boot Camp for Intel-based Macs - VMware Fusion Pro for Apple M Silicon chips 7. Samsung TV screen darkening issue 8. iPhone Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity problems 9. PointsYea...
Aug 10, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Rich discusses the latest trackers for iPhone , Android , Samsung and Moto Tag . James in Pomona wants to buy a point-and-shoot camera. Rich recommends cross-referencing reviews at DPReview and Wirecutter to find something in your budget and check out the top sellers on Amazon . Here’s how to free up space fast on your iPhone or Android . Steven is wondering how to manually “teach” his Tesla so the self-driving gets better. Ford is letting Mustang Mach-E EV drivers unlock extra torque with a $10...
Aug 03, 2024•1 hr 49 min
Rich discussed how to prepare your phone for international travel so that you can travel like a local and avoid roaming charges. Mario from Riverside asked why photos and videos he takes on the iPhone aren’t always compatible with other media players. Rich recommended changing Settings > Camera > Formats to Most Compatible and downloading VLC . Steve Tcherchian, cybersecurity expert with XYPRO.com , discusses lessons learned from the CrowdStrike incident. Diane in Pineland, TX asks how to ...
Jul 28, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rich recapped the major IT meltdown. Cameron in Huntington Beach, CA is having issues with YouTube App on his iPhone. Amazon Prime Day 2024 was a success. John Hammond , Principal Security Researcher at Huntress, will join to talk about the major IT outage. Dawn in Tuscon, AZ has a question about connecting to the USB on her computer. Rich says she needs a USB C to A adapter . Chris in Rancho Cucamonga can’t connect to WiFi Calling on his work’s WiFi network. Redbox is shutting down its DVD kios...
Jul 20, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Rich recaps Samsung Unpacked Paris. Rich talks to media and creators, including Bob O’Donnell , Rebecca Iassaics , Parker Burton , Enobong Etteh and Lance Ulanoff at Samsung Unpacked in Paris to get their take on the announcements Sally is wondering how to deal with roaming in China and getting her apps to work. VPN info, eSIM info . AT&T says a massive data breach got customer call records. Check to see if your account was impacted here . Surfshark has a new service called Alternative Numbe...
Jul 14, 2024•1 hr 47 min
Rich talked about the summer of foldable phones, with upcoming events from Samsung in Paris and an early event from Google in Mountain View.Amazon is holding a Prime Day on July 16-17, 2024.Rich talks to organizers and attendees at Vidcon 2024.Major music companies are suing AI music makers Suno and Udio.Jeri has an Epson printer and she refilled it and now it won’t print.Andrew in Huntington Beach needs to use speakerphone on his iPhone since the earpiece no longer works. Use the Call Routing A...
Jun 30, 2024•1 hr 41 min
Rich talks about the challenges of technology and acting as tech support for friends and family members. Make a QR Code so visitors can connect your guest wifi network easily.See highlights of my NJ/NYC trip here on Instagram.Tony in Van Nuys wants to know what to look for in a VPN . Mentioned free VPN from Proton .Thomas in Carlsbad needs help with his mesh network.Rich appeared on a NYC billboard and you can too by downloading the TSX app.Nicole in Los Angeles wants to know if it’s better to r...
Jun 23, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rich detailed new features coming soon to iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence.Steve from Pittsburgh asked about eSIMs for international travel. Rich mentioned Airalo (use my code RICH5375 for $3 off), GigSky’s FREE 100 MB eSIM and Saily .Microsoft is delaying its AI Recall feature.Tony in Los Angeles is curious about the iPhone’s Live Voicemail .Sue in the Pacific Palisades is concerned Fall Detection on the Apple Watch isn’t working properly.Bret in Laamar, Colorado shares his Apple ID with his wife ...
Jun 15, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Rich mentioned two helpful travel sites in his Newsletter : PointsYeah allows you to search across multiple points and rewards programs at once for flights and hotels, and Turbli allows you to check the turbulence forecast for your flight.Rich says the Nothing Ear buds are excellent.Rich talked about portable chargers for your smartphone. The more mAh, the more charges you’ll get (10,000 is a good bet); look for USB-C charging in AND out for faster charging. Anker and Belkin are good bets.Keith ...
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 48 min
