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
  • To-Do Lists, Password Managers & A New AirPods Accessory
    Oct 26 2024

    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.

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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • First Color Kindle, New iPad Mini & Tracking Cats
    Oct 19 2024

    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!

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    1 hr and 45 mins
  • Tesla's Robotaxi, Electronics Nostalgia & Ring's AI Search
    Oct 13 2024

    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.

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    1 hr and 48 mins

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