Rich On Tech

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  • TV Tech Guy Rich DeMuro offers tech news, gadget reviews, helpful apps and answers your questions.

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Episodes
  • Netflix Buffers, Bluesky Soars & Bitcoin Breaks $90k
    Nov 16 2024

    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.

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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • Meta Ray-Bans Review, Managing Photo Duplicates & Choosing Your Perfect Cell Plan
    Nov 10 2024

    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!

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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • Apple AI, New Macs & Cybersecurity Tips
    Nov 2 2024

    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.

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    1 hr and 49 mins

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