Talking Tech
2,152 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 102 ratingsYour daily consumer tech news update, plus the latest gadget reviews and straight talk about how the latest tech innovations affect you, with USA TODAY's Brett Molina and Mike Snider. Discover more great podcasts from USA TODAY at usatoday.com/podcasts.
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Get haircut with no salons? There's app for that
April 20, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBHow to deal with your hair during a pandemic? There's an app for that. Jennifer Jolly tells Jefferson Graham all about it on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Branch helps Domino's employees save
April 19, 2020 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBBranch, the Minneapolis based online bank, has partnered with Domino's so that employees can receive digital payments of their tips, wages, and mileage daily. Contactless, the funds are quickly pushed to the Branch digital wallet and debit card after each shift. CEO Atif Siddiqi explains. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Can't find a webcam? How about a Mevo?
April 19, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBMevo, the tiny camera built for live streaming, is out with a new model at a time when webcams are sold out. Jefferson Graham chats with Max Haot, the founder of the company about the Mevo Start. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Listener edition: should I buy the new Apple iPhone SE?
April 18, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBAnother listener edition, as David Carroll calls in from Tennessee to ask: "Should I buy the new iPhone SE?" Jefferson Graham has some advice See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Explainer: how those new contact tracing apps will work
April 17, 2020 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.56 MBSamy Kamkar, the chief security officer for Openpath, explains how the new contact tracing apps from Apple and Google will work to combat COVID-19. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Listener edition: how to keep old MP3s and stream them
April 16, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBA listener edition of Talking Tech, as Leslie from Oahu calls in with a question: how to keep her old MP3s and stream them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Can't get a webcam? How about the Mevo?
April 15, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBMevo, the tiny camera built for live streaming, is out with a new model at a time when webcams are sold out. Jefferson Graham chats with Max Haot, the founder of the company about the Mevo Start. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Microsoft and UPS team to help with COVID
April 14, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBMicrosoft and UPS team to help with COVID crisis. USA TODAY's Dalvin Brown joins Jefferson Graham to explain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What are we doing? Check the app charts
April 13, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBVideo chat, food delivery and games dominate the top of the app charts. Jefferson Graham reports See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: How to record a podcast remotely
April 12, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBThe pandemic means we can't get together with others to record podcasts in person. So how to connect. Jefferson Graham demonstrates with Jan Schrieber, a Laguna Beach photographer, showing the difference on websites Cleanfeed and Zencastr, the app Anchor and the "Record with Friends" feature, using microphones and the Voice Memos app on iPhones. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tips for looking great on Zoom
April 11, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 5.26 MBLarry Becker, the author of "Great on Camera," offers tips for looking great on Zoom. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
iPhone won't recognize you in a mask
April 10, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.41 MBApple's iPhones won't open up with a mask and facial ID. What to do? Jefferson Graham reports See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Zoom alternatives for schools
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBConcerned about "Zoombombing" in class? Jefferson Graham has some suggestions of other video conference services worth checking out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How about a Samsung smartphone for $110?
April 08, 2020 13:00 - 1 minute - 1.79 MBSamsung has a new crop of Galaxy phones starting at #109.99. Jefferson Graham has the scoop. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Where did the webcams go?
April 07, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MBIt's not just toilet paper. Webcams are out of stock too. Jefferson Graham explains why. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How to record a podcast remotely
April 06, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBThe pandemic means we can't get together with others to record podcasts in person. So how to connect. Jefferson Graham demonstrates with Jan Schrieber, a Laguna Beach photographer, showing the difference on websites Cleanfeed and Zencastr, the app Anchor and the "Record with Friends" feature, using microphones and the Voice Memos app on iPhones. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Keep the tripod police away with Platypod
April 05, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.21 MBICYMI: Keep the tripod police away with the Platypod Larry Tiefenbrunn, a New Jersey pediatrician, has come up with a solution to keep the tripod police away: the Platypod, a $59.99 plate that will keep your camera steady, on flat surfaces, rocks, even trees. He joins Jefferson Graham to tell all, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Creating TV shows on an iPhone
April 04, 2020 07:00 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBConan O'Brien is doing his latenight show on an iPhone; Seth Meyers is using an iPad. So many late-night comics and news people have turned to the iPhone as their home production tool during the COVID-19 pandemic. How does that work? Rich DeMuro from KTLA-TV explains how he does it, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Facebook looks to bring Zoom like tools to Messenger
April 03, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBFacebook is looking to the desktop to revive video chat for Messenger and get some Zoom like love. Jennifer Jolly joins Jefferson Graham to discuss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How DoorDash delivers with "contactless" delivery
April 02, 2020 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.48 MBNick Trinidad, a "dasher," who delivers food for the DoorDash company, joins Talking Tech from Chicago, where he tells about how he uses "contactless" delivery to get food to customers homes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Keep the tripod police away with the Platypod
April 01, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.21 MBLarry Tiefenbrunn, a New Jersey pediatrician, has come up with a solution to keep the tripod police away: the Platypod, a $59.99 plate that will keep your camera steady, on flat surfaces, rocks, even trees. He joins Jefferson Graham to tell all, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Microsoft's new 365 software
March 31, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBMicrosoft overhauled its 365 software with new goodies. Jefferson Graham reflects about what a different company Microsoft is today from its roots. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tuesday is World Backup Day
March 30, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MBJefferson Graham offers tips on backing up your phone and computer on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Turn off your Alexa if you're working at home
March 27, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.13 MBWorking at home? Alexa and Google are listening to you. Jefferson Graham has a few suggestions for you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We're going LIVE again on Facebook and elsewhere
March 26, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBLive webcasting is back, again. Which app to use? Facebook, Twitter, YouTube or Instagram? Jefferson Graham has some ideas. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Venmo, PayPal and Cash app share our personal info with data firms
March 25, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBJefferson Graham worked with a security researcher to see if peer-to-peer mobile payment firms shared personal information with data firms. Want to hear what happened? Tune in to Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Support your local restaurant with takeout
March 24, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.34 MBWhich to buy to support your local restaurant? Gift card or take out. Jefferson Graham has done some investigating, and it's takeout all the way. He explains on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Stageit makes comeback, thanks to boom in live music online
March 23, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MBHow do you check out music when all concerts have been cancelled? Turn to online venues like Stageit, which offers livestreams for a fee from known and unknown bands. And now, StageIt is experiencing more viewers than ever before. StageIt's Evan Lowenstein joins Jefferson Graham to tell all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Virus: Scribd offers free access for 30 days
March 20, 2020 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.4 MBGood news: Scribd, the website and app for e-books, digital magazines and sheet music, has opened its library for free for 30 days. Jefferson Graham reports See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tips for getting the most from Zoom
March 19, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MBSo many people have turned to the Zoom video conference app to stay in touch during the Coronavirus era. Jefferson Graham has 10 tips for getting the most of Zoom. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ordering online groceries in virus age
March 18, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.34 MBFood is hard to get at markets, and even harder online. But Jefferson Graham has some shopping tips for you on today's Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Comedy tour canceled, so comic turns to YouTube
March 17, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.94 MBComedian Steve Hofstetter had to cancel his tour, due to the coronavirus, so he turned to YouTube to keep the laughs going. Hofstetter tells Jefferson Graham all about it on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Navigating conference calls with the Beverly Hills Boss
March 16, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBWe've got the Beverly Hills Boss on today's #TalkingTech podcast. Nicole Rodrigues operates the NRPR agency and the YouTube channel Beverly Hills Boss where she offers marketing tips to entrepreneurs. We discuss the move to conference calls in the social distancing era, what we miss, and what to really enjoy from them as we navigate our ways through these new waters.With the world living in near isolation due to the effects of the coronavirus, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1zST...
The doctor will see you now, via webcam
March 14, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBAt a time when so many people can't get tested for the coronavirus, telemedicine is ready for your call. Jefferson Graham argues that it has finally of age, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Social distance not a problem on these apps
March 13, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBWant to socialize in the era of the coronavirus? There's an app for that. Alex Kruglov from pop.in explains. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
More tips for working at home
March 12, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MBJefferson Graham has more tech tips for workers being told to do the job from home, on Talking Tech See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New Apple TV remote? 3 cams on iPad?
March 11, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 2.75 MBA leaked version of Apple's new mobile operating system is making the rounds, and out of there, 9to5 Mac gleaned some headlines. Jefferson Graham reports on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Amazon's "Just Walk Out" tech coming to a store near you
March 10, 2020 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.8 MBThe cashlerless store of the future could be coming to your town. Amazon is shopping its "Just Walk Out" technology to other retailers. Jefferson Graham reports See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hey Siri, how about helping me with my taxes?
March 09, 2020 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3 MBJefferson Graham just turned to an unlikely source for tax assistance this year--Siri, Alexa and the Google Assistant. He explains why, and how the process turned out on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Goodbye DirecTV
March 07, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MBSatellite provider DirecTV has begun its slow climb into oblivion. This week AT&T said it's barely going to market it anymore. Jefferson Graham has the scoop. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Flipboard's new video news initiative
March 06, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.7 MBFlipboard, the digital magazine app, is expanding into video news, with a new subscription plan. Jefferson Graham has the skinny on Talking Tech. Be sure to check out Jeff's magazine on Flipboard, http://www.flipboard.com/@photowalks See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
13 tech tips for how to work at home
March 05, 2020 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MBCoronavirus sent you working at home? Jefferson Graham has 13 tech tips for better telecommuting. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
No F8, I/O and other conferences this year
March 04, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.64 MBThe coronavirus has decimated the tech conference world. Jefferson Graham weighs in See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Facebook isn't listening. Really
March 03, 2020 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBMany people believe Facebook is really listening in to our conversations. But Gennie Gebhart, a research director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation, says that isn't so at all. Facebook has way more advanced tools to learn all about you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Two more hack prevention tips
March 02, 2020 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBA followup to Jefferson Graham's 11 Tips for a Safer Digital Life, with two more possibilities. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Thoughts on Amazon's radical new grocery store
March 01, 2020 16:02 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBJefferson Graham visited Amazon's radical new Seattle grocery store. Missing: flowers, bakery and service. Bonus: no checkout lines. Tune in for more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
11 tips for safer digital security
February 29, 2020 17:26 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MBAfter attending the RSA security conference and hearing about new ways hackers can steal your data, Jefferson Graham decided to make an 11-point list to try and thwart them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
YouTube TV: drop all sports channels please
February 28, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MBYouTube TV just dumped 42 sports team in a program fees dispute. Jefferson Graham has another idea--drop all of them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
More from RSA: security industry knows nothing
February 27, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.87 MBJefferson Graham reports from the RSA Security conference, where companies touting their expertise in protecting firms while so many headlines suggest otherwise. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Reporter's notebook from RSA
February 26, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.54 MBNo more passwords and FIDO. Software that can ID you based on your keystrokes. Yup, it's RSA time, the annual security conference in San Francisco. Jefferson Graham offers his impressions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.