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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 > Menu > Content Preferences Amazon Fire TV has added accessibility features, including Dual Audio and expanded hearing aid compatibility. Kirk in Llano, CA needs help retrieving JPEG’s from his Google Account, which he can’t access. Mentioned: Google Account Recovery Daniel in Granada Hills says he’s thankful for SlickDeals. 📱 Marsha Collier, author of Android Smartphones For Seniors For Dummies, will join to share tips from her new book, including tools like Reading Mode to make life easier for Android users. An emailer asks how to lock the camera on the iPhone so it can’t be activated remotely. Rich doesn’t know a way to do this but you can manage access by going to Settings > Privacy & Security > Camera and turning off access for any or all apps. Pixel lets you turn off the camera access systemwide. Monica asks if AI can write her will. Craig writes in and asks how to watch Alaska the Last Frontier for under $10 a month because he doesn’t want to pay $100 for cable. Rich mentioned searching Google to see where it’s streaming and Reel Good and Just Watch apps. Mark in LA wants to know if the translating earbuds are any good. Rich tried a massage from a robot. 🧠 Mind over Tech founder Jonathan Garner explains how to develop a healthier relationship with technology while maximizing its benefits in our professional lives. Book: Your Best Digital Life David wrote in to share a helpful cross-platform app called LocalSend, which lets you exchange files across devices on the same network. Rich mentioned PairDrop.net, which is similar and web-based. RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 from Tampa is wondering how to save money on streaming services. Rich mentioned The Streamable Matchmaker tool. YouTube TV raised prices but you can try this hack to keep your price the same over the next few months. Spectrum is now bundling Max streaming with it’s TV Select package. Google Deep Research AI can now surf the web and compile reports for you. Here’s the report it compiled when I asked about UFOs. Jamie in Tampa asks how to save videos he sees on the internet. Rich mentioned Cobolt. Jerry in Palos Verdes is wondering why the Cox Contour app won’t work on his iPad. 🔍 Cybersecurity expert Perry Carpenter shares insights from his book about protecting ourselves against AI-generated deceptions and deepfakes. David in Whittier wants a security camera that doesn’t stream 24/7 so he doesn’t use all of his Starlink data. Rich mentioned Blink, Wyze and Kangaroo. Sandy in Huntington Beach isn’t getting a good cellular signal in her home with her new phone. Mark in Woodland Hills is wondering if there is such a thing as a virtual credit card. Rich mentioned Privacy.com or see if your card issuer offers them. 📱 Miami parents Natalia Daniel and Oded Pelled discuss Firsties, their new app for privately capturing and organizing children's milestone moments. Rich mentioned Monarch Money as a good replacement for Mint, but it has an annual fee. RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 uses AI to turn old photos into short video clips. Michelle in Glendale is curious if Yahoo Mail’s paid support options are worth it. Amazon’s “Thank My Driver” promotion is running again for the holidays. Rich talked about the Intuit Dome and all the tech requirements for entry. Kathy in Linwood has an eye condition and is trying to convince her insurance company to cover the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses. Walmart completed it’s 2.3 billion dollar acquisition of VIZIO. Dustin in Hermosa Beach wonders if he can get better streaming connectivity using Starlink. 📧 Yahoo Mail's General Manager Rob Gelick outlines new AI features designed to simplify email management and organization. Peter in San Diego has the Samsung Note 9 and loves the SD card, but it’s no longer getting updates. Rich mentioned the CMF Phone, which still has a card slot. Tesla has launched an official Apple Watch app as part of their 2024 Holiday Update. Google Maps now has Waze incident reports. If you have Verizon, try looking for a $10 monthly loyalty discount in their app,. 🏠 The Verge's smart home expert Jennifer Pattison Tuohy discusses Matter, the new universal standard for connected devices. Rich tried on Hearview AI Subtitle Glasses, which provide closed captioning for real time conversations. Redfin lets you add holiday decorations to your home listing. RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 the Google Holiday 100 and Amazon 100 gift guides. Mentioned products: Climbing Gecko, Beats Studio Pro, OCOOPA Hand Warmers, Fitbit Versa 4, Loftie Alarm Clock, Anker Bluetooth Speaker, and Theragun Sense. Best Apps for URL Saving: Tools like Archive.today, Obsidian Web Clipper, and Raindrop.io. Voice-to-Text Options: Wispr Flow and Windows’ built-in dictation tool for composing emails. Email Management: Suggestions for retiring Gmail accounts, linked devices (google.com/devices), and free email programs like Proton Mail. Recipe Collection Apps: Tools to organize and save your favorite recipes. iCloud Update: iOS 8 backups end December 18, 2024. Notable News Google vs. DOJ: The Department of Justice wants Google to sell Chrome. Cybersecurity Warning: Beware of malware hidden in SVG email attachments. Amazon Music Update: Unlimited subscribers can now listen to one Audible book per month (3 months free promo available). Roblox Update: Improved parental controls rolling out. Instagram Testing: A new Recommendations Reset option is in beta. Flying Electric Ferry: The first U.S. launch will be at Lake Tahoe. Amazon Echo Show 21: A large-screen smart display is now available. Listener Questions Jon (Facebook Access): Suggested Meta Verified to regain account control. Jerry (Old Gmail Accounts): Advised using Google’s account deletion help and Proton Mail for a replacement. Jeff (Google Voice & Voicemail): Adjust T-Mobile voicemail settings to delay pickup longer than Google Voice. Ed (Mac Email Reading): Recommended Spoken Content, VoiceOver, and Outlook’s Read Aloud feature. Expert Interviews Jacob Palmer (BestReviews): Shared holiday gift recommendations and deals. Nathan Burrow (Wirecutter): Tips for finding the best Black Friday deals using tools like Keepa and CamelCamelCamel. Babette Pepaj (BakeSpace): Discussed how AI is revolutionizing home baking and recipe development. Additional Highlights BlueSky Users: The BlueArk app allows importing old Tweets. Google Reading Mode App: A new Android tool to enhance reading accessibility. Uber XXL: A new ride option for extra seating and luggage space. Full show notes and links at Rich On Tech Episode 99 November 23, 2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 mentioned. Kent in Huntington Beach is trying to download iOS 18 but doesn’t have enough space. Mentioned: Apple gives you temporary iCloud storage to move to a new phone. For the fifth time in six years, the most common password is 123456. Paul in Columbus, Ohio is wondering how to reset a computer to donate it. Windows 8, 10 & 11. Mentioned: shredOS, KillDisk, DBAN and Chrome OS Flex. Bryan in San Diego is looking for an app that automatically edits video footage. Mentioned: Go Pro Quik, Magisto, CapCut and Splice. Amazon Black Friday sales run November 21 to December 2. Amazon Haul is the company’s answer to Temu, with all products under $20. 👨‍👦 Former USA TODAY tech columnist and current AARP Tech Editor Ed Baig shares solutions for helping aging parents resolve their technology challenges. Mentioned: Windows Quick Assist. Rich talked about how much he loves Aura frames, esp as a holiday gift. The voice of “You’ve Got Mail” passed away at 74. Julie in Downey wants to know about an iPad for the holidays. Mentioned: Google Shopping, Yahoo Shopping, PayPal Honey. Mentioned for refurbished goods: Gizmogo, Back Market, TipTop Rich talked about the apps for anxious fliers. Mentioned: Ask the Pilot book. 🎓 Turnitin CPO Annie Chechitelli discusses the impact of AI on education. RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Malvin wants to know how to remove personal info from Google. Link: Google Results About You Curtis in Fallbrook has a question about using a cell phone for international travel. Rich likes Airalo and you can find a discount on my referrals page. You can get a 30% discount on a Pixel 9 phone if you know where to look. Craig in Des Moines wants to know if his new headphones will really last 70 hours on the battery. 📱 Tech journalist Rob Pegoraro explains how to pick the best cell phone plan and carrier. Also mentioned: OpenSignal App. Bitcoin hits new highs in the wake of the election. Herbert in Rancho Santa Fe wants to use a de-dupe program and is wondering if it’s safe. Mentioned: Gemini 2, Remo and CleanMyPhone. How-To Geek argues that you can skip paid antivirus software. Michael in Duarte writes in and wonders if he can skip the upgrade to Windows 11. Mark in Woodland Hills is looking for an app to consolidate and organize all of his files onto one hard drive. Suggestions? PlayStation 5 Pro is now available for $700. 🤖 Dan Ackerman demonstrates how to create affordable AI video clones, exploring the technology's potential and implications. Verizon is giving users an extra month to switch messaging apps. Rich swapped out his Email Me app for Android thanks to listener Leo! RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 get past Bitlocker screen on laptop. Check here for your key. Apple unveiled new iMacs, MacBook Pros and Mac Minis with M4 chips and 16 gigs RAM standard. ChatGPT is taking on Google with launch of ChatGPT search. David in Los Angeles wants to remove their personal information from the web. Mentioned: Google results about you and this Consumer Reports study. 🎧 Apple's Health & Watch Product Marketing director Deidre Caldbeck discusses the new AirPods Pro hearing health features, including hearing protection and FDA-approved hearing aid functionality. How to identify your AirPods model. Disney+ added a Top 10 list to the home screen. Robert in Redondo Beach can’t get into his AOL email. Mentioned: Help Page Steve in Tampa wants to know if he upgrades his graphics card will his VR headset look better. Nintendo launched their own music app with video game songs. Mint Mobile now has a $15 a month kid friendly wireless plan. UnitedHealthcare confirms more details on their major hack attack. 🛡️ Caitlin Sarian, known as "Cybersecurity Girl," shares online safety tips. Google now sells refurbished Pixel phones at a discount. Samsung expands it’s device repair network to over 900 locations. store locator Ex-Disney employee faces jail for hacking their menu system. RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Mentioned: Digital Citizen Academy Free e-books here Big companies are fighting the FTC’s new Click to Cancel Rule. Amazon Prime members can now save 10 cents a gallon at 7,000 gas stations. Rich mentioned he saves money with Upside. Whitney wants to know what the catch is to “free phone” promotions. Patrick in Colorado Springs wants to know where he can buy an iPod. Mentioned: Retrospekt. eero Outdoor 7 blankets your backyard or patio with WiFi. 🎧 Jura Anchor creator Patrick O'Neill discusses his new 3D-printed USB-C AirPods accessory. Code RICHONTECH15 for 15% off. Rich mentioned the Facades App to keep track of Apple Store visits. Brian in Westport, WA inquires about intercepted insurance communications. Verizon has a new Family Safety app for iOS and Android. Jackie in San Dimas can’t use the letter x on her computer. Facebook is testing video selfies to recover accounts. A Bay Area woman found an interesting way to get back into her hacked Facebook. US Mobile now supports Apple Watch and even has a standalone plan for $78 a year. 🔒 Bitwarden CEO Michael Crandell discusses password management. Rich shared his Neakasa M1 automated kitty litter box review. SimpliSafe has a new AI powered outdoor security camera with live agent monitoring. You can use AirPods to hear better in noisy restaurants. AT&T has a free 30 day network trial program. Links may be affiliate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 next best phone is after the iPhone 12 Mini. Rich mentioned MacRumors Buyers Guide. Morgan from Thousand Oaks asks about how to track her indoor cats if they get out into her five acre ranch backyard. Mentioned: Tractive and Whistle, AirTag, Samsung SmartTag, Tile. Oscar in Winchester, CA needs help with backing up his messages. Rich mentioned SMS Backup & Restore on Android and iMazing on iPhone. Apple released a new iPad Mini. Sarah in Studio City is worried that she clicked the link in a toll scam text. 🪙 Swan CEO Cory Klippsten shares insights on Bitcoin and the current state of the cryptocurrency market. Mentioned: Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery streaming on Max. Diego in San Diego has an annoying “refresh” issue with his 2011 Mac computer. Mentioned: Reinstall macOS and CleanMyMac. Google Flights has a new “cheapest” option for finding airfare on a tight budget. Erik in Bismarck, ND needs a good USB-A to USB-C cable for CarPlay. 🛡️ Consumer Reports' Sukhi Gulati talks Permission Slip, a tool designed to help users automatically reduce their digital footprint and protect online privacy. Enable the new theft protection feature on your Android phone today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Angeles. Dianne in Menifee is curious if there’s a way to have a FaceTime call with iPhone and Android. Tubi is paying nearly $20 million in a privacy related settlement. Ring has a new AI powered smart video search, but you’ll have to be on the $20 plan to get it. Brady in Anaheim is curious what he can migrate Evernote to. Amazon says customers saved more than $1 Billion during Prime Big Deal Days 2024. 📺 Tech journalist Christian de Looper explores the pros and cons of art-style TVs like Samsung's The Frame and Hisense's CanvasTV. Also mentioned: Roku Backdrops and Amazon Ambient. Todd in Santa Monica called to tell us about an AI hackathon taking place in Santa Monica. TikTok is getting sued by 14 states for harming kids and being addictive. Countdown to ban timer. Jamie in Los Angeles wants a budget security camera that doesn’t have a subscription. Jerry in Hatfield, PA wants to know if there’s way to “sniff out” streaming media URLs. Rich mentioned a Chrome extension called Bulk Media Downloader. Google’s NotebookLM can basically create a podcast out of text source you upload. 🏃‍♂️ Former PR pro Scott Baldwin introduces Front Pack, his new social network designed to connect and motivate endurance athletes through shared experiences and goals. Streaming TV platforms are tracking you big time. Here’s a guide to opt out. Text messages scams are out of control. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.