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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7 Apps made me say "Wow" in 2017
December 24, 2017 16:10 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBSeven apps made Jefferson Graham say "wow" in 2017. He runs down the list on #TalkingTech, headed by HQ Trivia. What else made the list? Tune in. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/talkingtech/2017/12/24/apps-made-me-say-wow-2017/963634001/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Weekend tech wrap - yes, the iPhone really does slow down
December 24, 2017 08:47 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MBJefferson Graham runs down the week's top tech headlines, highlighted by that admission by Apple that older iPhones really do slow down. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Procrastinator's edition to buying gifts
December 23, 2017 08:36 - 2 minutes - 2.66 MBIf you're listening on Saturday, Jefferson Graham has the skinny for where you can still buy gifts online and get them in time for Christmas 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.
Tech breakthroughs of 2017
December 22, 2017 13:55 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MBJefferson Graham runs down the tech breakthroughs of 2017, topped by drones, flying cars and animojis on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Christmas project - record family history on smartphone
December 22, 2017 09:34 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBJust in time for the holidays--USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham with Talking Tech tips on recording family stories on the smartphone. Accessories mentioned in this episode: Amazon Basics tripod, Joby GorillaPod and IK Multimedia iRig 2 microphone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apple Maps new indoor airport maps feature useful
December 21, 2017 09:28 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MBApple Maps, long considered a laggard to Google Maps, has a cool new feature--it can guide you around inside airports. Jefferson Graham takes it for a spin on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rating iPhone cameras -- 8+/X vs. 6S
December 20, 2017 05:29 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MBOn a caller edition of Talking Tech, listener Juli Frankel phones in to Talking Tech with a question about the iPhone cameras--how do the 8+ and X cameras compare to earlier models. Have questions and want to call in? @jeffersongraham on Twitter to set it up, or check the contact page of http://jeffersongraham.net See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The 2 products that changed our lives in 2017
December 19, 2017 09:01 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBNoted tech geek Peter Pham, the president of Science, Inc. joins Jefferson Graham, as they both discuss the one product that changed their lives the most in 2017 on TalkingTech. Part 1 of a two-part episode. To read up on Jeff's pick, click here: https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/talkingtech/2017/11/09/my-favorite-camera-sony-rx-10-iv/841090001/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Streaming Players Shopping Guide - full
December 18, 2017 09:15 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBFor the second edition of the Talking Tech Shopping Guide podcast, Jefferson Graham takes a deep dive into which streaming player is right for you--models from Roku, Amazon, Google or Apple. Reviewed.com's Lee Neikirk joins the discussion, and as always, Jeff's mom Judy weighs in as well. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The joys of Streaming - consumers tell all
December 18, 2017 09:05 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBConsumers and Jefferson Graham's mom Judy on the joys of streaming, in this excerpt from the extended Talking Tech Shopper's Guide 2017 edition to buying Streaming Players. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Weekend news wrapup - new iMac, Google speaker, goodbye Fox, hello Mickey
December 17, 2017 09:25 - 3 minutes - 3.06 MBJefferson Graham offers a weekend tech news wrap-up on Talking Tech, leading with that expensive new Apple iMac computer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pay extra for social, video and chat? Goodbye Net Neutrality
December 16, 2017 09:20 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBThe upshot of the new relaxed FCC "Net Neutrality" rules--we could end paying a lot more for extra services. Jefferson Graham reports on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Google Home Max - the biggest, most expensive smart speaker yet
December 15, 2017 08:10 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBUSA TODAY's Edward C. Baig joins Jefferson Graham to weigh in on the Google Home Max, the biggest and most expensive ($399) smart speaker to date, on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Why the same review is showing up all over
December 14, 2017 22:02 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBUSA TODAY's Elizabeth Weise joins Jefferson Graham to tell why product reviews are being "syndicated" to other websites, in a bid to compete with Amazon, on Talking Tech. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2017/12/12/youre-not-going-crazy-you-did-see-review-before-syndication-helps-companies-fight-amazon/930294001/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Binge alert - Amazon's Red Oaks
December 14, 2017 09:00 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBLooking for the next great show to binge? Jefferson Graham recommends Amazon's Red Oaks. He explains why on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Donating a laptop? Wipe the drive clean first.
December 13, 2017 08:16 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBUSA TODAY's Jefferson Graham and Elizabeth Weise offer tips for wiping a hard drive clean and safely before donating the old laptop on #TalkingTech. Questions? http://www.twitter.com/jeffersongraham http://www.twitter.com/eweise See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Meet Story Worthy host Christine Blackburn
December 12, 2017 09:12 - 7 minutes - 6.92 MBChristine Blackburn, the host of the Story Worthy podcast, tells her story to Jefferson Graham. That of a former airline attendant, current actress and comedian who believes that everyone has a good story to tell. #TalkingTech See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shopper's Guide excerpt - What to do with Alexa & Google Home
December 11, 2017 09:12 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MBIn this excerpt from the new, extended Talking Tech Shopper's Guide editions, Jefferson Graham explains what you can do with one of those smart speakers you just might be getting as a gift. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/talkingtech/2017/12/11/how-choose-best-smart-speaker-you-shoppers-guide/933136001/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shopper's Guide edition - which smart speaker is right for you?
December 11, 2017 09:07 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBJefferson Graham hosts an extended, in-depth Shopper's Guide edition of Talking Tech, weighing in Amazon's 7 Echo speaker brands, 3 from Google and 1 from Sonos, with commentary from consumers, experts, listeners and Jeff's mom Judy. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/talkingtech/2017/12/11/how-choose-best-smart-speaker-you-shoppers-guide/933136001/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Weekend News wrap- Shazam, YouTube woes, new Messanger
December 10, 2017 09:05 - 2 minutes - 1.94 MBJefferson Graham runs down the week's top tech news highlights, led by a possible acquisition of Shazam by Apple and a recap of YouTube's kids woes. #TalkingTech http://www.usatoday.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Google vs. Amazon spat a good reminder to shop elsewhere
December 09, 2017 09:04 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBJefferson Graham weighs in on the corporate warfare between Amazon and Google, recommending that consumers respond by supporting competitors 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.
The browser wars return with new Firefox Quantum
December 08, 2017 09:03 - 6 minutes - 6.28 MBReady to ditch Chrome or Safari for the latest Firefox browser, promising faster website loads? Jascha Kaykas Wolff from Mozilla joins Jefferson Graham on #TalkingTech to explain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Duolingo introduces podcast to teach Spanish
December 07, 2017 09:13 - 9 minutes - 8.93 MBDoulingo, the popular app for learning languages, expands to the podcasting world with a new way to understand and speak Spanish. Martina Castro, the host of the show, calls in to #TalkingTech from Chile to explain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apple Pay Cash is no Venmo killer
December 06, 2017 09:09 - 3 minutes - 3.27 MBAnnounced in June, Apple has finally released Apple Pay Cash, a way to text money to friends. But despite initial hype, Jefferson Graham doesn't believe it's a Venmo killer. He explains why on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Facebook Messenger for Kids - will it be safe?
December 05, 2017 09:04 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBFacebook has a new way for the under 13-year-old set to be social, with a new Messenger app for kids. Jefferson Graham explains the potential pitfalls and how the app works, on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Who wants to host a podcast?
December 05, 2017 00:54 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MBSo you want to be a podcaster. In this excerpt from their talk at the L.A. Podcast Festival, Jefferson Graham, Mark Hershon, Lauren Spohrer and Phoebe Judge explain what you need to do to get started in podcasting. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Why Netflix is in for a tough 2018
December 04, 2017 09:11 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBPeter Csathy, the chairman of CreaTV Media, fills in for USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham to explain why Netflix is set for a more competitive 2018 than the streaming service has ever seen. Csathy's new book is called Media 2.0 1.8 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tim Bajarin's 2018 predictions - not the year for AR and VR
December 03, 2017 09:25 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBVeteran tech analyst Tim Bajarin fills in for USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham on today's episode of #TalkingTech, which his look ahead to 2018. Tune in for a listen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Weekend Tech Headlines - Snap, YouTube and AR in the car
December 02, 2017 09:12 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MBYour weekend Talking Tech news headline wrapup for the week ending 12/1. Marketing exec Jody Fisher guest hosts for USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham on this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The ocean ate my camera, and other woes
December 01, 2017 09:06 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBThe ocean ate my camera and the dishwasher ruined the laptop. Tales of being a tech reviewer, with USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham and Edward C. Baig on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
LA Auto Show - AR in the windsheid. For real!
November 30, 2017 09:26 - 7 minutes - 7.19 MBJefferson Graham visits the LA Auto Show with USA TODAY's Chris Woodyard, who reports on a new initiative from computer chip maker Intel to bring augmented reality to the windshield's of self-driving cars. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
TOS - the crazy things YouTube, Facebook and Twitter demand of us
November 29, 2017 08:21 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBFacebook, Google, YouTube and Amazon are free to use--but there are strings attached, and they're spelled out in the Terms of Service agreement. Jefferson Graham pulls out some of the whoppers on the latest episode of Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
YouTube controversy from the creator's perspective
November 29, 2017 03:30 - 9 minutes - 8.91 MBCorrine O'Neill, who animates the WildCanadaKids series for YouTube with husband Michael, calls in to Talking Tech to give her perspective on YouTube's recent issues with kids programming. The system is the issue, not creators, she tells Jefferson Graham on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
YouTube's massive kid problem
November 28, 2017 09:05 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBYouTube's in the fight for its life and is moves to clean up non-kid friendly programming that has crept into the system. Jefferson Graham reports on the issue on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cyber Monday preview
November 27, 2017 02:22 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBJefferson Graham previews the best deals for Cyber Monday with USA TODAY's Elizabeth Weise 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.
Weekend news round up - Net Neutrality, AT&T/Time Warner
November 25, 2017 08:08 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MBJefferson Graham runs down the top tech headlines for the week ending 11/24/17 on #TalkingTech, highlighted by Net Neutrality and trouble with the AT&T/Time Warner proposed merger. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Weekend project - hackproof your passwords
November 24, 2017 23:21 - 2 minutes - 2.52 MBIn the wake of the big Uber information hack, how secure is your password these days? Jefferson Graham says you'll be "thankful" to take a few minutes and update them over the holiday on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
iPhone Shopper's Guide - which one is right for you?
November 24, 2017 09:32 - 2 minutes - 2.23 MBWith so many iPhones for sale this year--the SE, 6S, 6S Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus and X, Jefferson Graham runs down which model is right for you, 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.
Talking Tech meets I Hate My Boss
November 22, 2017 22:00 - 8 minutes - 7.56 MBJefferson Graham chats with Liz Dolan of I Hate My Boss about their favorite episodes on each other podcasts! Feast on these shows @ www.Wondery.com/Thanksgiving Talking Tech Binge Talking Buster - Ep. 7 with Teller Origins with James Andrew Miller - Ep 1 Recode Media with Peter Kafka - Jimmy Kimmel The Daily - All Eps Dirty John - Ep 1 Safe for Work/IHMB Binge Satellite Sisters - 10/23 Interview with Joe Biden I Hate My Boss - 10/6 “My data was compromised in the Equifax...
Top 10 tech favorites of 2017
November 22, 2017 08:03 - 5 minutes - 4.59 MBJefferson Graham runs down his list of the top 10 tech favorites of 2017, highlighted by a new Sony camera on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Podcast fan -- you need the AnyPod skill for Alexa
November 21, 2017 08:12 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBListening to podcasts on the Amazon Echo can be a way better experience once you add the AnyPod skill. Jefferson Graham reports on the many features AnyPod brings to podcasting listening, on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tech Turkeys of 2017
November 20, 2017 08:13 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBJefferson Graham runs down his list of the top 10 tech turkeys of 2017, led by Snapchat Spectacles, 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.
Weekend tech headlines - Pixel Buds & Tesla
November 19, 2017 09:15 - 2 minutes - 2.1 MBJefferson Graham with the tech headline wrap-up for the week ending 11/17 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.
Black Friday countdown - 11/17/2017
November 18, 2017 02:17 - 2 minutes - 1.85 MBJefferson Graham reveals the best tech deals for Black Friday, and how the big box retailers are offering most online as well as in-store. But not all. Tune in to TalkingTech to hear more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Major Black Friday discounts on iPhone revealed
November 16, 2017 18:02 - 2 minutes - 2.48 MBWalmart, Target and Best Buy have major discounts for the rarely discounted iPhone planned for Black Friday. USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham reveals their plans on #TalkingTech. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/talkingtech/2017/11/15/shopping-iphone-these-stores-offer-200-300-discounts-black-friday/868009001/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Google Pixel Buds review w/Jefferson Graham and Ed Baig
November 16, 2017 02:05 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MBGoogle's bluetooth earbud answer to Apple's AirPods are cute, compact and $159.00. How do they stack up to Apple's product? Not well, reports USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham and Edward C. Baig, who explain why on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Celebrating 5 years of Candy Crush
November 15, 2017 02:14 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MBCan you believe that the Candy Crush game is already 5 years old? Some 2.7 billion downloads later, Riccardo Zacconi, the CEO of King Digital, which publishes the game, calls #TalkingTech to chat about the amazing success of the mobile game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Would you watch Amazon video if it was free?
November 14, 2017 08:45 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MBInternet giant Amazon has many successes, but entertainment isn't one of them. Now, reports are that Amazon is considering offering its fare for free, with ads. Then would you watch "The Man in the High Castle?" Jefferson Graham offers his take on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Long Exposure iPhone trick anyone can do.
November 13, 2017 09:08 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MBJefferson Graham reveals a really cool, but hidden photo trick on recent iPhones that turn moving water into glistening, flowing works of art. A #TalkingTech how-to. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apple's got a new DNA, per Andy Cunningham
November 12, 2017 09:19 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBWhen Tim Cook took over as CEO as Apple, it got a new company DNA, says author Andy Cunningham, a former early Apple employee. She explains what happened in her new book, "Get to Aha! Discover Your Positioning DNA and Dominate Your Competition," on TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.