Talking Tech
2,152 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 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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Filmstruck - app for classic film fans
January 31, 2017 15:28 - 1 minute - 1.79 MBJefferson Graham recommends checking out Filmstruck, a streaming app for classic movie fans, from Turner Classic Movies. Starting at $6.99 monthly, it's a lot cheaper than cable. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Starbucks brings voice ordering to app
January 30, 2017 17:32 - 1 minute - 1.39 MBStarbucks is bringing voice ordering to its mobile app. 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.
Live opens for new voices
January 27, 2017 16:56 - 3 minutes - 2.88 MBFacebook Live is opening a new platform for alternative voices to break through--both conservative and progressive, reports 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.
Tech Rewind - Samsung, Facebook, Twitter
January 27, 2017 16:38 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBJefferson Graham replays the top tech headlines of the week, starting with Facebook's announcement that you'll start seeing longer and longer videos on the social network. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Google's Pixel phone an early hit
January 27, 2017 14:19 - 2 minutes - 2.26 MBGoogle's Pixel phone is emerging as a surprise competitor to the Apple iPhone. 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.
Watching "TV" on Snapchat
January 26, 2017 16:59 - 2 minutes - 2.44 MBWhat's it like watching "TV" on Snapchat? The communications app is embarking on an ambitious road to bring short-form, TV meets App programming from the likes of ABC, Turner and others to mobile. Jefferson Graham viewed "Watch Party: The Bachelor" this week--listen to his #TalkingTech report. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
L.A. Instagraming mayor Eric Garcetti
January 25, 2017 14:09 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MBThe mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti talks about his Instagram feed with USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham on #TalkingTech. The mayor, who has nearly 90,000 followers on the Instagram, is known for his behind the scenes photography. He also talks about the TechFairLA, attracting 250 companies with jobs to offer on January 26th. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Backpacks to fit mucho gear--which one to buy?
January 24, 2017 14:41 - 2 minutes - 2.6 MBJefferson Graham dives into the world of ever-expanding backpacks to fit cameras, drones, microphones, lenses and all those charging cables. Which one to buy--the Think Tank Shape Shifter V 2.0 or Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L? He announces the verdict on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How Microsoft became cool again
January 23, 2017 17:27 - 4 minutes - 4.58 MBJefferson Graham talks with former USA TODAY staffer Matt Krantz about how Microsoft became cool again, as old rival Apple got complacent and stodgy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A second take on "limited commercials"
January 20, 2017 14:12 - 3 minutes - 2.77 MBJefferson Graham offers a second take on the "limited commercials," programs on CBS All Access and Hulu streaming services. Are they really worth the deal you're making with the network TV devils to save money? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tech rewind - Seinfeld, LinkedIn & Uber
January 20, 2017 14:08 - 2 minutes - 2.46 MBJerry Seinfeld's reported $60 million payday for moving his internet comedy series from Crackle to Netflix headlines the week's tech news roundup, on the Rewind edition of #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The 'iPhone" Fusion guitar - wow!
January 20, 2017 14:06 - 2 minutes - 1.94 MBJefferson Graham plays around with the Fusion "iPhone" guitar, a new instrument with built-in-speakers and a cradle for an iPhone 6, 6S or 7, to play along with apps, backing tracks and instructional videos, at the NAMM show in Anaheim, California. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A metronome that pulses on your wrist
January 19, 2017 18:34 - 2 minutes - 2.52 MBJefferson Graham reports from the NAMM show in Anaheim, California, where musicians, music stores and manufacturers to see the latest merging of music and tech. Highlights include a pulsating metronome that operates via an app and a new kind of computer mouse that is controlled by your foot. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New job perk - help with student debt
January 18, 2017 13:59 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBIt's a new job perk--companies helping pay down student debt for millennial employees. Nadia Rawlinson, the Chief Human Resource Officer for music industry giant Live Nation, explains why it's good business, on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
90 Billion hours using apps in 2016
January 17, 2017 19:10 - 1 minute - 1.57 MBWe spent some 90 billion hours using apps in 2016, according to a new report from AppAnnie. Jefferson Graham breaks it down 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 rewind - iPhone@10, YouTube, Lily
January 13, 2017 16:34 - 2 minutes - 2.53 MBJefferson Graham runs down the top tech headlines of the week, including the iPhone @10, YouTube's new way to instant message performers and the demise of the Lily "flying" 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.
Booming tech jobs market
January 13, 2017 14:25 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MBJazon Nazar, CEO of Comparably, which monitors the job market for the best careers, sits down with USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham to discuss the booming tech jobs market on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How tech can give you a better sleep
January 13, 2017 14:23 - 5 minutes - 5.45 MBColin Lawlor, the CEO of sleep monitoring company SleepScore Labs, tells Jefferson Graham how tech can improve your nightly winks on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apple's entertainment plans uninspiring
January 12, 2017 19:17 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBApple reportedly plans to compete with Netflix and Amazon with a slate of entertainment programming--but based on what it has in the hopper for 2017, don't reach to cancel your Netflix or Amazon subscription yet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hulu's "Limited Commercials" agony
January 11, 2017 20:48 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBHulu's "limited commercial" offering is a torture chamber of frequent and LOUD interruptions, reports 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.
Why Amazon's Alexa is the belle of the tech ball
January 10, 2017 22:26 - 3 minutes - 2.91 MBAmazon's Alexa personal assistant is about to migrate to some 35 other tech products this year. This Echo and Dot speakers are sold out--why did Alexa seemingly win the voice computing war--so far? #TalkingTech listeners chime in to help answer the question. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The iPhone @10
January 09, 2017 18:57 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBJefferson Graham looks back at 10 years of the iPhone and how it changed our lives, on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Reviewed's top 33 CES award winners
January 06, 2017 18:31 - 7 minutes - 6.65 MBReviewed.com's David Kender sits down with Jefferson Graham to talk about the 33 Editor's Choice award winners for CES 2017 on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Coolest thing we saw at CES? Robots
January 06, 2017 16:34 - 2 minutes - 1.88 MBThe coolest thing we saw at CES? Hands down, robots. 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.
The screen protector that won't crack?
January 05, 2017 15:35 - 2 minutes - 2.15 MBInvisible Shield's new screen protector is so strong, the company says it won't crack--and it offers $100 back should that happen. Jefferson Graham reports from CES 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 battery on this scooter can charge a laptop
January 05, 2017 15:20 - 2 minutes - 2.32 MBJefferson Graham saw a new scooter at CES 2017 with batteries that charge a ride--or a laptop. He 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.
CES 2017 - coolest things seen so far
January 04, 2017 17:32 - 2 minutes - 2.46 MBA #TalkingTech report on cool stuff from CES 2017, including a levitating speaker, ultra-thin iPhone charger and virtual reality boots. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Switching from Mac back to Windows
January 03, 2017 01:06 - 4 minutes - 3.72 MBAfter 15 years of working on Apple computers, Sam Graham, the son of #TalkingTech host Jefferson Graham, just switched to Windows. In a word: touchscreen. Sam, who animates cartoons for the http://YouTube.com/heysamgraham channel, explains. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apple's 2016 report card
December 29, 2016 19:57 - 3 minutes - 2.77 MBJefferson Graham's annual report card on how Apple fared in 2016, on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
CES chief Gary Shapiro previews tech show
December 29, 2016 19:55 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBGary Shapiro, the CEO of Consumer Technology Association, previews the themes for the upcoming CES 2017, the world's largest trade show, 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 iPhones are so inexpensive
December 29, 2016 19:49 - 2 minutes - 1.96 MBDid you know that Chinese factory workers only make $1.90 an hour making iPhones? Jefferson Graham explores bullet points from a recent NYTimes piece on the costs of an iPhone, on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What to expect from tech in 2017
December 29, 2016 14:17 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBJefferson Graham previews what to look for in tech in 2017, starting with a whole new way to shop for food, courtesy of Amazon on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
CES preview, robots, cars & more!
December 28, 2016 14:40 - 3 minutes - 2.89 MBJefferson Graham previews the CES 2017 trade show where robots are expected to make a huge splash. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1000 episodes of #TalkingTech
December 28, 2016 14:38 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBJefferson Graham just passed the 1,000 episode milestone for the #TalkingTech podcast, and thanks listeners for joining him on the ride. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Peak Design's backpack for hauling gear
December 27, 2016 18:03 - 2 minutes - 1.98 MBWith the big CES in 2017, we need a new backpack to haul all of our gear. We did a quick test of the Peak Design 20l Everyday Backpack. Will it work? Our first impression on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
6 new apps made me say Wow in 2016
December 23, 2016 16:46 - 2 minutes - 2.7 MBJefferson Graham counts down the 6 new apps that made him say "Wow" in 2016, starting with Google Trips. To hear the rest, tune into #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How will streaming change in 2017?
December 23, 2016 14:23 - 7 minutes - 6.78 MBPeter Csathy, the chairman of Creatv Media and author of the new Media 2.0 book, offers his outlook for entertainment based internet companies like YouTube, Netflix and DirecTV in 2017, on #TalkingTech with Jefferson Graham. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI - Tech Rewind - Uber, Mario Bros., Audio
December 23, 2016 14:20 - 1 minute - 1.72 MBICYMI, your tech headlines for the week, beginning with Uber's decision to take its self-driving cars to Arizona, Super Mario Run, Facebook Live and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Now that I own a drone--here's what you need to know
December 23, 2016 14:16 - 2 minutes - 2.66 MBNow that Jefferson Graham owns a drone, the DJI Mavic Pro, he tells #TalkingTech listeners what he's learned about flying, and what you need to know should there be a new shiny flying object under a certain tree. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Yelp app introduces merchant rebates
December 22, 2016 14:28 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBYelp, the app for finding local businesses, introduced a new "Cash Back" feature offering discounts of up to 10% from merchants. How does it work? Yelp's Chad Richard sits down with USA TODAY's Jefferson Graham to explain 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 to introduce live audio
December 21, 2016 17:53 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBFacebook is bringing live audio to the social network, but for most of us, not until next year. What are the use cases? Jefferson Graham and fellow USA TODAY podcaster Shannon Rae Green discuss on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
App of year Prisma adds community features
December 20, 2016 18:12 - 2 minutes - 2.12 MBPrisma, the app that both Apple and Google said was the best of 2016, just added new community sharing features, as it looks to have a longer shelf life like Instagram and Snapchat. 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.
Ozobot robot teaches coding to kids
December 19, 2016 16:51 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBHow to get kids interested in coding at a really early age? How about via the Ozobot toy robot? Company CEO Nadar Hamda tells Jefferson Graham why this is a big deal on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Where to host dog for holidays? Try DogVacay
December 16, 2016 14:15 - 3 minutes - 3 MBWhat to do with the pooch for the holidays? Michael Root, the CTO for DogVacay tells Jefferson Graham about the "Airbnb for Dogs," where pets can stay with hosts while the owners get away, 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 rewind - hacks, fake news & Uber
December 16, 2016 13:55 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBJefferson Graham looks back at the tech headlines of the week, including that massive reported e-mail hack of Yahoo users, Uber's ill-timed attempt to launch self-driving cars in San Francisco and Facebook's crackdown on fake news. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Year-end project - time to change passwords
December 16, 2016 13:53 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MBIn the wake of yet another huge reported password hack by Yahoo, Jefferson Graham suggests taking time at the end of the year to update your passwords. Guests Nader Hamda from Ozobot and DogVacay CTO Michael Root offer their tips for keeping passwords from hackers on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Binging on Amazon Prime Video's Goliath
December 15, 2016 13:50 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MBGoliath, starring Billy Bob Thorton, is the best series yet on Amazon's Prime Video. Jefferson Graham has been binging the series, and looking @ Amazon's offerings vs. rivals. He 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.
Tech #101 - How to protect yourself from Phishing e-mails
December 14, 2016 19:30 - 2 minutes - 2.1 MBIn the latest edition of Tech #101, Jefferson Graham explains how to protect yourself from phishing e-mails, in the wake of the Russian hack of Hillary Clinton's campaign e-mails. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Meet Detour, one of Apple's top 10 apps of the year
December 13, 2016 18:09 - 2 minutes - 2.37 MBMeet Detour, just named by Apple as one of the top 10 apps of 2016, for audio walking tours of cities. Founder Andrew Mason explains in an interview with 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.
Can smartwatches be saved?
December 12, 2016 19:16 - 2 minutes - 2.31 MBSmartwatches are still struggling to find an audience, three years in--is there a future for the device? Jefferson Graham weighs in on #TalkingTech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.