Rich recapped his experience in Brooklyn for the Google Pixel event and discussed what's new with the Pixel 10 series. Rich talked about visiting Chuck's Arcade , a new retro-inspired arcade from Chuck E. Cheese. Jason Lucking, co-founder of PAiback , will explain how their app helps travelers automatically get money back when airfare prices drop. Hal in Simi Valley is asking how to change the size of the icons and text on his Windows computer. Rich covered the Pixel Watch 4 ’s biggest upgrades,...
Aug 23, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich mentioned how going to the DMV for his real ID was a smooth process. AOL is discontinuing dial-up, and Rich reminisced about the old days of the internet. Dale in Oceanside says his Samsung keyboard layout mysteriously changed. Rich says to tap the gear icon above your keyboard, tap "Languages & types" under English, and set it back to QWERTY. Apple brought blood oxygen monitoring back to Apple Watches, but the difference is you have to look at the results on the iPhone screen. Kodak sa...
Aug 17, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich talked about flying kites with his kids and selling stuff on OfferUp. Rich also mentioned buying discounted gift cards on CardCash.com . Rich explained the new Instagram map feature that potentially shares your location if you choose to. Jim writes in about gift cards. He recommends a website called CardBear.com , which aggregates the best discounts available for a wide range of gift cards. Marilyn from Chula Vista called in about issues with the Watch TCM app. ChatGPT just rolled out a maj...
Aug 09, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich talked about the new offline messaging app called Bitchat . Download for iOS and APK for Android here . Stanley in Northwest Ohio asks about the universal AI search engine called Poe . Samsung says its foldable phones are some of the best-selling pre-orders ever. Scott Budman , Emmy Award-winning tech and business reporter for NBC Bay Area, will break down the latest news from Silicon Valley. Kathy in Diamond Bar wants to know the best tracker for her Android phone for her luggage. Rich rec...
Aug 02, 2025•1 hr 50 min
Rich recapped his 20th wedding anniversary trip to Kauai, including a few tech takeaways from the islands. Taren in Tennessee asked about getting a Wi-Fi range extender that works outdoors. Rich recommended the eero Outdoor 7 for strong, weather-resistant coverage outside. Technology journalist and podcaster Tom Merritt , host of Daily Tech News Show, will join to talk about his favorite tech things, including the new XREAL glasses. Also mentioned: Feedly and Openvibe . Johnny from New York writ...
Jul 26, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich talked about how to build an AI-powered notebook that can remember everything using a combination of Google Gemini and Google Keep. Brian in Orange County is trying to figure out how to transfer photos from his iPhone to an Android. Rich mentioned LocalSend and PairDrop . Were Nest cameras really hacked on May 28th? Rich explains. Google has set a date for the unveiling of its next Pixels on August 20th in New York City. Herb In San Diego wants to know how to get his answering machine to wo...
Jul 19, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich shared his first impressions of Samsung's new foldable phones, the Z Fold 7 and the Z Flip 7. Harland in Wisconsin wants to be able to watch Hulu from his smartphone on a TV in his camper but without any Wi-Fi or hotspot. Amazon's Prime Day The event helped propel $24B in spending over 4 days, according to Adobe Analytics . Adarsha in Michigan is wondering if she should get a Life Alert or smartwatch with fall detection for her heart condition. Rich mentioned two restaurants he went to in N...
Jul 12, 2025•1 hr 50 min
Rich talks about his trip to London for the launch of the Nothing Phone 3 and the Nothing headphones . Cheryl in Oregon asks what she needs to record and edit videos for social media. Rich visits the NENA 911 conference to explore cutting-edge technology designed to get help to you faster and save more lives. Mentioned: Smart911.com Dave wants to get rid of his landline but keep the number. Rich says check out NumberBarn.com AT&T launches wireless account lock feature so scam artists can’t t...
Jul 05, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Rich mentioned a website, smart911.com, that lets you fill out a safety profile that 911 dispatch operators might be able to see when you call in, if supported in your area. Rich also talked about the ways to update your emergency settings on the iPhone, Samsung, and Pixel smartphones. Microsoft is changing the blue screen of death. Rick in Thousand Oaks wants to know the best way to scan or file digital statements. Microsoft is giving users three ways to extend security updates on Windows 10 fo...
Jun 28, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Rich shared highlights from his trip to Mexico City, where he covered a brand-new tech trade show focused on electronics and appliances. Rich shared his go-to gadgets —trusted tech he travels with and uses daily to stay powered, connected, and organized. Oscar in Winchester, California asked how to uninstall Outlook from his Windows PC. If that’s not working, try a third party uninstaller like Revo Uninstaller . If you subscribe to YouTube TV, you might be eligible for a $10 monthly discount. Ka...
Jun 21, 2025•1 hr 48 min
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
