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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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"Pandemic pricing" on the Samsung Galaxy S21 lineup

January 15, 2021 19:35 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

First impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra; big takeaways and cool gadgets from CES 2021; Google smart speakers get a guest mode; Google promises Fitbit data will remain separate; Netflix testing spatial audio support. Listeners ask about making the podcast longer, best password apps, shredding personal documents, RFID blocking wallets, where to export Facebook photos and videos, adding GPS data to photos and more. Links Follow Rich S21 hands-on: Facebook Live; Instagram CES 2021...

Adobe Flash rides off into the sunset

January 09, 2021 02:43 - 58 minutes - 54.1 MB

All listener questions! Listeners ask about mistakenly buying an older model laptop, alternatives to WhatsApp, how to transcribe a Zoom meeting, using an iPad as a second monitor, using a keyboard with a smartphone, whether to delete Adobe Flash from their computer, recording picture in picture videos on a smartphone, safest online payment method between credit, debit and PayPal. Follow Rich! https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

CES 2021 virtual show announcement

December 18, 2020 18:57 - 48 minutes - 45.3 MB

Rich talks about hosting CES 2021's virtual show; a review of Apple Fitnes+; Samsung promises better video and photo quality, more foldable phones in 2021; HBO Max comes to Roku; Apple TV+ comes to Chromecast with Google TV; Malicious Chrome extensions; Apple Privacy labels; Google Pay $21 signup bonus. Listeners ask about a program to update their address book, a replacement for Google Play Music Manager, how much RAM to get on a new MacBook laptop, whether to buy an unlocked phone; cancel...

Streaming services hike prices

December 11, 2020 22:23 - 54 minutes - 51 MB

Apple unveils $549 AirPods Max headphones; California gets on board with Apple and Google's COVID tracing system; Disney+ raising its price; Apple Music comes to Google smart speakers and displays; Google Photos plays nicer with Apple Photos; Google Assistant routines come to the home screen. Listeners ask about stronger two-factor authentication with YubiKey, a smartwatch to pair with a Samsung phone, a better podcast app than the one built into iPhone, an Android version of SanDisk iXpand...

Should you take a walk on Amazon Sidewalk?

December 04, 2020 20:56 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

Amazon Sidewalk will turn on by default on Echo and Ring devices; Wyze $20 smartwatch; Warner Bros. streams same day as theater releases; Verizon offers unlimited cloud storage; Fire TV Cube gets video calling support; Google Play music goes away for reals. Listeners ask about the Microsoft Edge web browser, how to get rid of the U2 album in Apple Music, stopping spam text messages, best tablet for a senior that's not Apple and Sonos versus HomePods. Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richo...

Best ways to find holiday shopping deals

November 27, 2020 14:00 - 54 minutes - 50.9 MB

A special holiday shopping edition of the show packed with your questions! Rich explores the best sites to find holiday shopping deals. Listeners ask about The Photo Stick, if it's complicated to test out new technology, exercise bike recommendations, whether a high end Roomba is worth it, Shazam in iOS Control Center, if there's a catch to the GetUpside app, which video game console to get, a photo scanner that gets the front and back of prints, switching to Visible, iPhone settlement refu...

Google Photos loses its best feature

November 20, 2020 19:18 - 54 minutes - 50.9 MB

Google Photos makes a big change when it comes to free storage; Survey says Amazon is nearly always the cheapest; Chrome gets faster; HBO Max hits Fire TV; Twitter introduces Fleets; Google Pay gets more Venmo-ey; Fitbits get Google Assistant and Bluetooth calls; Amazon opens a Pharmacy and Peanuts will be on TV, afterall. Listeners ask about an Android app for Caller ID, bypassing cell phone activation fees, random content on Instagram, swapping out an Intel MacBook Air for a new M1 MacBoo...

HomePod Mini is a winner

November 13, 2020 20:10 - 58 minutes - 54 MB

Hands on with HomePod Mini, iPhone 12 Mini and Max; Apple's M1 chip; macOS Big Sur arrives; AirPlay 2 comes to Roku devices; Instagram's redesign; hands on with PS5 and the new Xbox. Listeners ask about the best mesh networking systems, what internet speed to get, whether to repair or replace and aging laptop, deleting a Facebook account and where to get pet insurance. Links: Follow Rich https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ HomePod Mini https://youtu.be/MH7x3e90IrA iPhone 12 Mini and...

Why Chromecast with Google TV is so brilliant

November 06, 2020 16:47 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MB

Hands on with T-Mobile TVision; my experiment to ditch Sonos for Google speakers; thoughts what makes Chromecast with Google TV so compelling; Spotify streaming arrives on Apple Watch; Apple's website for free replacements and repairs; hands on with the OnePlus Buds Z and playing with Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Listeners ask about syncing messages to an Apple Watch, getting a cracked iPhone repaired without insurance, the way to find the best iPad deals, whether to ditch Samsung for an ...

Math is key when it comes to bundle plans

October 30, 2020 18:18 - 52 minutes - 49.1 MB

Hands on impressions of the iPhone 12, Pixel 5 and the Samsung S20 FE; Wyze Cam v3; Apple One subscription bundle plans launch; saving money by using the iHeartRadio Apple Watch app; iPhone 12 drop tests; Adobe Holiday Shopping predictions; an app to turn your iPhone into a webcam and the Hummer EV. Listeners ask about Quibi shutting down, how to find learning tutorials online, the best ways to print pictures from a phone, websites that already have your credit card number, whether to get a...

Apple VP explains new iPhone 12 features in-depth

October 22, 2020 16:47 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

5G, MagSafe and Ceramic Shield are just some of the new features on the iPhone 12. Find out how 5G will impact the battery life, the benefit Ceramic Shield will have on drops and if MagSafe will demagnetize credit cards and hotel keys. Also, the charging situation with the new USB-C cable is explained and how the buying process is a bit different this year due to the pandemic. Interview with Kaiann Drance, VP, iPhone Product Marketing at Apple. Follow Rich: https://www.instagram.com/richo...

iPhone 12 is finally revealed alongside HomePod Mini

October 16, 2020 21:29 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MB

Apple takes the wraps off iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max; HomePod Mini is now competing with Alexa and Google; iPhone carrier deals; Photomath homework app solves math problems by taking a picture of them; search for a song by humming into Google. Listeners ask about paying to get a suspended Twitter account reinstated, where to get credit reports for free, best smart speaker for an elderly parent, whether to turn off a computer when not in use and if the Rin...

Apple launch event is a Prime Day to see new iPhones

October 09, 2020 19:05 - 56 minutes - 52.4 MB

Apple sets a date for it's big iPhone 12 reveal; a preview of Amazon Prime Day and how to nab the best deals; T-Mobile expands its ISP offering; Instagram celebrates 10 years; Roku Channel comes to Amazon Fire TV; Waymo opens up driverless rides to everyone. Listeners ask about a bloated iPhone battery, best way to protect an iPhone from viruses and malware, converting DVDs to thumb drive, using Google to sign into websites instead of a unique username and password and listening to TV audio...

How to prep your iPhone to sell it for an upgrade

October 07, 2020 16:58 - 9 minutes - 11.5 MB

Using your current iPhone to help you fund your next one? Here are the steps to take to get your phone ready for maximum cash back when you sell! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribe

Chromecast with Google TV hopes to organize streaming confusion

October 02, 2020 19:47 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MB

What to know about Chromecast with Google TV; Pixel 5 smartphone specs; Nest Audio speaker; Facebook builds Messenger into Instagram; Google puts an end to waiting on hold; iHeartRadio app for Apple Watch; Super Mario Bros. 35 game. Listeners ask about a smartwatch for a kid, getting WiFi without a cable connection, how to get an e-business card, whether to buy a wireless CarPlay adapter and if the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a good phone. Links Follow Rich! https://twitter.com/richontech ...

Nest Audio smart speaker uses data to make audio sound its best

October 01, 2020 19:08 - 11 minutes - 11.3 MB

The Google Nest Audio smart speaker replaces the original 2016 Google Home. Nest Audio has louder sound, better bass and you can pair two of them for a stereo effect. Learn how Google uses proprietary software and data to make these speakers sound their best no matter where or how you listen to them. Interview with Mark Spates, Google Nest Product Manager See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get ful...

Roku gets AirPlay in OS Update, free streaming app and refreshed devices

September 28, 2020 13:06 - 10 minutes - 10.6 MB

Roku players are getting AirPlay 2 thanks to a software update. The company also unveiled a new stand alone streaming app filled with free items to watch and new players. Interview with Mark Ely, Vice President, Retail Product Strategy at Roku. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribe

Ring created a security drone to fly around your house

September 25, 2020 20:07 - 42 minutes - 40 MB

Amazon updates Fire TV and Echo devices; Samsung has a new "Fan Edition" S20 smartphone at a great price; Ring Always Home Cam flies around your house and a way to backup photos on iPhone without using the cloud. Listeners ask about a smartwatch for kids, COVID information on Google Maps, setting time limits on iPad games, blocking YouTube from kids during school time and whether to get a new iPad Pro. Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richontech Links: Amazon Fire TV devices https://am...

iOS 14, new Apple Watch models explained and Arlo Wireless Video Doorbell

September 18, 2020 19:32 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

iOS 14 features; Apple Watch 6; Apple Watch SE; letting a child use an Apple Watch without requiring an iPhone; Apple One bundle; PlayStation 5 pricing details; TikTok Ban update; Arlo Wireless Video Doorbell; Verizon acquires TracFone. Listeners ask about a way to stay connected between different rooms of the house, best sites to sell used goods, podcast equipment recommendations, keeping an old router versus upgrading, blue light filters and more. Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richon...

Amazon Fresh grocery store now open in Woodland Hills

September 17, 2020 11:45 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

Amazon has a brand new grocery store concept and the first location is opening in Woodland Hills, CA. The Amazon Fresh store features a mix of local and national brands along with organics and freshly prepared items. There's an emphasis on low prices and high-tech checkout. Follow Rich https://twitter.com/richontech Store location: Amazon Fresh grocery store opens Thursday, September 17. Hours are from 7 AM to 10 PM daily. The store is located at 6245 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills,...

Watch this space, it's time for another Apple Event

September 11, 2020 18:59 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MB

Apple sets a date to reveal new products at a virtual event, pricing and availability for the new Xbox models, two factor authentication on Zoom, location tracking in Citizen SafePass app, Apple TV app on VIZIO TV's and Peloton's new bike. Listeners ask about the best apps to monitor kids on social media, Samsung Galaxy Watch 3, replacing cable with a Roku and screen protectors for a Samsung phone. Follow Rich: https://twitter.com/richontech Apple Event https://www.apple.com/apple-event...

Galaxy Z Fold2, unique wireless charger and a handy chrome extension

September 04, 2020 19:21 - 47 minutes - 44 MB

Hands on impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2; Facebook's tool to directly transfer photos to Dropbox; Nomad Base Station Pro wireless charger; Consent-O-Matic chrome extension; HearHere audio road trip app; using Google's Saved feature. Listeners ask about the WD My Cloud Duo, a way to play music in veterinary exam rooms, 2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz Wifi signals, replacing the battery on an aging Samsung phone, whether to keep or ditch a MacBook Pro and why Verizon is discontinuing Ring Back ton...

Best ways to free up storage on an iPhone

August 28, 2020 15:00 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MB

All listener questions! Listeners ask about the best routers, inexpensive Bluetooth earbuds, best headphones with a mic for kids, Google's Recorder App, how to take screenshots on a smartphone, best new phone for a teenager, if social media still looks bad on the Note20, fixing a laptop keyboard, one time use credit cards, a laptop for under $1,000, best cell phones for senior citizens, a good alternative to Microsoft Word 2011 and how to free up storage on an iPhone. Follow Rich! https://...

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra is everything all at once

August 21, 2020 19:56 - 50 minutes - 47 MB

Smart home displays will soon support Zoom; review of the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra; S20 series gets new features; Verizon bundles Disney, Hulu and ESPN; Apple bundles CBS and Showtime; a new CompUSA deals website; Instagram now lets you scroll forever and ever; Apple starts two new streaming radio stations; Netflix tests a shuffle button. Listeners ask about which Ring doorbell to get, if a basic MacBook Air is worth it, changing the default email program on an iPhone, getting a data sig...

Androids are now a mini earthquake detection machine

August 14, 2020 18:40 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MB

Initial hands on impressions of Samsung's latest products including the Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Tab S7, Watch3, Buds Live; Fortnite fight with Apple and Google; Microsoft Surface Duo; Instagram Reels; Android Earthquake features; how to keep your phone safe from tracking; Google's new way to find where sports games are streaming live or on TV. Listeners ask about using the least possible data on their phone, the best software to protect from hackers, getting better Wifi at home, Peloton bike a...

Backing up your phone is the best decision you can make

July 31, 2020 19:44 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

CES 2021 will now be a digital event; Google's new way to help backup iPhones and Androids; Apple delays the iPhone 12 by a few weeks; Google is ready to release the Pixel 4a; renting out someone else's backyard pool, Rich's thoughts on Roblox; cool new book recommendation website. Listeners ask about retrieving texts stored in iCloud, best inexpensive microphone for a podcast, getting back Google Play Services, best lenses for a Samsung phone; good portable battery chargers and iPad versus...

T-Mobile fights robocalls with free new features

July 17, 2020 18:55 - 50 minutes - 47 MB

T-Mobile introduces ScamShield in an effort to stop robocalls; Uproad turns your smartphone into a toll transponder; Twitter's big hack; Lemonade Pet insurance; a new app to turn your iPhone into a webcam. Listeners ask about protecting their email account after a gift card balance is stolen; the easiest way to join a Zoom call; best budget Samsung phone to buy and if the Blaux portable air conditioner is worth it. Follow Rich https://twitter.com/richontech T-Mobile ScamShield https://w...

Samsung sets a date to show off its latest smartphones

July 10, 2020 19:21 - 49 minutes - 46.4 MB

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2020 goes virtual; Microsoft Teams puts people in the same room virtually; iOS 14 Public Beta is now available; $90 Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet review; Meal planning apps; AT&T adds teacher, nurse and doctor discounts; Instagram Stories tool for iPhone. Listeners ask about a camera to keep an eye on the kids in the backyard, sites for finding work from home jobs, best Roku player, a device to uncover hidden cameras in rentals and a way to transcribe classes and Zoom call...

Coronavirus tracking feature on smartphones

July 03, 2020 18:05 - 48 minutes - 45.2 MB

New Mac Malware making the rounds, Random phrases that trigger digital assistants, Coronavirus tracking on smartphones, Google augmented reality dinosaurs, YouTube TV raises prices again, $28 wireless earbuds, a fun and easy poker app and a travel vlogger shares road trip planning tips. Listeners ask when the iOS 14 public beta will be available, if the Ring Peephole cam is a good Idea their apartment, cell phone holders for the car and deleting individual episodes of a podcast on an iPhon...

iPhone Home Screen gets a makeover in iOS 14

June 26, 2020 18:46 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MB

A look at the new software features coming soon to the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch; Wyze's new affordable outdoor security camera; Facebook warns if users share an article over 90 days old; group video calling comes to Google Nest Hub Max; iOS 14 catches spying apps; Google now automatically deletes location and search data after 18 months; Microsoft permanently closes down its retail locations. Listeners ask about buying more iCloud storage on the iPhone, why COVID tracking was automatica...

Think twice before you install a Chrome extension

June 19, 2020 20:02 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MB

Researchers uncover spying Chrome extensions; a preview of Apple WWDC 2020; Sony unveils more about the upcoming PlayStation 5; Twitter adds voice Tweets; Nintendo's free Jump Rope Challenge game; getting a better deal on high speed internet; Helio app predicts amazing sunsets. Listeners ask about the best TV, if the WiFi Xtra Boost will spy on them, if TotalTV is worth installing on an iPhone, recording a FaceTime call and a good dual dash cam. Follow Rich https://twitter.com/richontech ...

What to look for in a UV phone sanitizer

June 05, 2020 18:53 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

CES 2021 will happen in person in Las Vegas; Facebook introduces Manage Activity as a way to bulk delete previous posts; Google lets you hide Meet from Gmail; Podhero app has a unique way to help support your favorite podcasts; what to look for in a good UV phone sanitizer. Listeners ask about converting VHS tapes to digital, police scanner apps, using a webcam with a smart TV and more. Follow Rich https://twitter.com/richontech Follow Meghan https://twitter.com/producermeghan CES 2021...

TCL's $250 smartphone is a budget-friendly breath of fresh air

May 22, 2020 18:32 - 49 minutes - 46.3 MB

Facebook introduces Shops; Apple reopens stores with major changes; a look at the $250 TCL smartphone; Google/Apple's coronavirus system explained; Hulu revamp makes it easier to use; Google Podcasts gets CarPlay support; easy way to play poker online with friends; Orby TV tries a new twist on satellite TV. Listeners ask about cell phone plans for seniors, if the Jive Mini Pods are any good, recording video auditions, a watch that handles blood pressure readings and finding more stuff to wa...

A $25 activity tracker does the trick

May 15, 2020 20:39 - 48 minutes - 45.2 MB

Amazon announces new Fire tablets; Nest Aware subscription launches; OnePlus 8 Pro x-ray vision powers; Adobe takes a look at spending trends during COVID-19; a look at Wyze's new activity tracker and connected scale; do those copper and brass "no touch" tools really work? Listeners ask how to tell if a shopping website is legit, if WiFi Blast is any good, a recommendation for a fall detection wristband for a senior citizen and the pilates app Meghan uses. Follow Rich https://www.instagra...

Microsoft Surface Earbuds are worth a look

May 08, 2020 19:25 - 46 minutes - 43.5 MB

Microsoft has new products including a $399 Surface Go 2 and Earbuds that look strange but actually feel good; Apple produces a 13 inch MacBook with a better keyboard; Sonos Arc is their new soundbar; an app to see all of your Apple Watch activity stats; a workout app that tracks your moves in 3D and offers real-time feedback. Listeners ask about Simplisafe versus Ring, deleting personal information off of data broker websites, how password managers work, a good QR code reader app for Andro...

Google, Facebook take on Zoom

May 01, 2020 21:45 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MB

Google and Facebook take on Zoom with new video chat features, Google Pixel Buds launch, Moxie robot for kids, a new package tracking app, Peloton hits 23,000 live in one class, Adobe Spark free trial, Backdrops app makes it to iOS. Listeners ask about Apple Watch notifications, budget friendly tablets, best editing apps, iPhone SE vs iPhone 11, how to forward calls on Android and more. Apple Watch notifications https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204791 Google Pixel Buds launch https://s...

Special edition live call in show!

April 24, 2020 22:58 - 51 minutes - 48.1 MB

Rich answers listener questions in a live radio-style call in format. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribe

Game over: Apple introduces $399 iPhone SE

April 17, 2020 18:34 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

Apple's new $399 iPhone, a look at the OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone, TikTok introduces parental controls, Verizon gives teachers and nurses a monthly discount, Apple and Google partner on a system to slow coronavirus, Google creates a special section of the Play store for teacher-approved kids apps. Listeners ask if Zoom is private, the best travel bluetooth speaker and more. Follow Rich https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ Follow Producer Meghan https://twitter.com/producermeghan See Pri...

Just your tech questions, answered!

April 10, 2020 19:36 - 42 minutes - 40 MB

A special edition of the show where only listener questions are answered. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribe

Zoom goes boom!

April 02, 2020 20:34 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

Zoom says it can do better when it comes to its new consumer user base; FBI tips for making sure your Zoom calls aren't hacked; Facebook launches desktop apps for Messenger video chat; Wyze lets you turn your security camera in to a makeshift webcam; Samsung brings S20 camera features to the S10 and Note 10; Snap brings fun camera lenses to video chat. An interview with Steve Potash, CEO and founder of Overdrive, makers of the Libby app, which lets you read and listen to free books from the...

Instagram launches a feature that lets you browse with friends

March 26, 2020 20:12 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Verizon gives customers 15 gigabytes of extra data; T-Mobile gives customers two free months of YouTube Premium; SLING TV gives everyone free access to its popular bundle; Amazon deliveries are really delayed; YouTube streams in lower quality to save the internet; Google Podcasts comes to iOS. Follow Rich https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ Follow Meghan https://twitter.com/producermeghan See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Stuck at home show: New Apple iPad Pro, cheaper MacBook Air

March 20, 2020 21:09 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

Rich & Meghan broadcast the show from their homes. Apple unveils a new iPad Pro with trackpad support; Apple unveils a less expensive MacBook Air with improved features; Movies make their way to home video faster than ever; creating custom Zoom backgrounds; the advantages of mesh WiFi networks; Sling TV has free programming; coronavirus freebies. Follow Rich: https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ Follow Meghan: https://twitter.com/producermeghan find links to what Rich talks about on ai...

Websites to help you track down hard to find coronavirus essentials

March 12, 2020 20:20 - 43 minutes - 40.9 MB

Find out if items are in stock with websites including Markk, NowInStock.net, Google Shopping and BrickSeek; YouTube combats coronavirus misinformation; E3 and Overwatch video game events cancelled due to the outbreak. Listeners ask about the best fitness trackers, Apple Watch Series 3 versus 5, linking a phone number for savings at Whole Foods and a $40 wireless plan. Follow Rich: https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ Follow Producer Meghan: https://twitter.com/producermeghan Markk em...

Twitter Tests Its Own Version of Instagram Stories

March 05, 2020 18:33 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

The impact of Coronavirus on the tech industry; Twitter tests its own version of Stories; AT&T TV explained; Apple $25 battery settlement; Alexa does severe weather alerts; Google Assistant can read web articles to you; Robocop style facial recognition for police departments. Listeners ask about MacBook vs Chromebook; setting up a new computer from scratch versus a backup; backing up photos from a computer and smartphone; a mirror fitness device and avoiding spammy job solicitations. Speci...

Camera focus issues on the Samsung S20 Ultra

February 27, 2020 21:38 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

Samsung's top of the line smartphone is having trouble keeping pictures and videos in focus; Firefox makes browsing more private; Netflix reveals top 10 lists for the first time ever; the Gif pronunciation debate is settled over peanut butter; Why bad guys in movies don't use iPhones and food delivery apps are the most expensive way to eat. Listeners ask about meeting Rich in person, best antivirus software, dash cam recommendations, Roku versus Fire TV stick and background location privacy...

A Cell Phone Plan for Zero Dollars Per Month

February 21, 2020 20:17 - 44 minutes - 41.6 MB

Hands on with the Samsung S20 Ultra camera versus the iPhone; Apple considers letting users set default apps; Disney+ app makes its way to VIZIO TV's; Galaxy Z Flip is sold out; the cheapest cell phone plans available including an interview with Derek Ting of TextNow; assistive technologies for vision loss. Listeners ask about recovering deleted files from a laptop, securing online accounts, iPad or Mac for a high school student, deleting photos from Google Photos and annoying animated GIFs...

Hands on Impressions with Samsung's Galaxy S20 Phones

February 13, 2020 20:01 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB

A look at Samsung's latest smartphones including the S20 lineup and Z Flip foldable; Google gets groovy for Valentine's Day; Mac malware outpaces PCs for the first time; Siri can answer election questions. Listeners ask questions about setting iPhone app defaults, upgrading to a Roku Ultra, equipment to start a podcast and whether 5G is just hype. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get full access...

Ring Has New Security Settings You Should Check

February 06, 2020 18:37 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MB

Ring introduces a Control Center for easier management of privacy settings; Apple Watch tips and tricks; Google Maps turns 15; Google Photos lets strangers download other users' videos by accident. Listeners ask about switching to a new wireless home internet provider, Apple Watch bands, the difference between Libby and Overdrive and creating ringtones for the iPhone. Follow Rich DeMuro https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ Follow Producer Meghan https://twitter.com/producermeghan Ring...

You Can Now Tell Facebook to Stop Tracking You

January 30, 2020 20:07 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

Google Nest thermostats can now detect HVAC issues; TextNow offers free calls and texts for a one time $10 fee; new iPhone app lets you record two cameras at once; Facebook debuts a tool to limit third party tracking; a Peloton style experience for less than half the price. Listeners ask about redeeming Apple gift cards, spying on text messages, upgrading to Catalina, backing up photos and whether to upgrade a Windows 7 PC to Windows 10. Mentioned: Facebook Privacy Tool https://richontec...

Reelgood Makes the Most of Your Streaming Subscriptions

January 23, 2020 19:19 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

How not to get your phone hacked like Jeff Bezos; Apple's less than secure iCloud encryption; the Smart Contact lenses of the future; a new earthquake app; Seattle allows voting by cellphone. Listeners ask about changing the default search engine on their web browser, pop up ads on their phone, using Apple's family sharing features and two factor authentication for logging into a laptop. Follow Rich https://www.instagram.com/richontech/ Follow Meghan https://twitter.com/producermeghan ...

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