Choosing the Right Laptop and a Shift in Social Media Engagement

Rich shared how a cybersecurity expert got tricked by a phishing scam. A reminder that we’re often the last line of defense.

Susan in Santa Monica is helping a friend buy a laptop and wants to know what matters most.

Facebook is bringing back a feed that only shows posts from your friends. The new tab puts the focus back on real connections.

Emma in San Bernardino needs last-minute airfare. Rich recommends checking points sites like PointsYeah and point.me, then using Google Flights with flexible airports and one-way searches.

ChatGPT just upgraded its AI image tool and people are having fun with it. It now edits images in any style and finally gets text right.

Deb in Agoura Hills is looking for the best phone options for her 12-year-old granddaughter and the optimal way to purchase it.

Richard in Bell asks if charging to 100% is bad for your phone. Rich says to check battery protection settings on iPhone and Android—they help manage charging automatically.

Spectrum TV Select customers now receive Peacock Premium at no extra cost, adding to their entertainment options.

Ace in Pearblossom wants faster access to Gmail now that Basic HTML is gone.

Leslie in Coto de Caza is prepping her phone for a Europe trip. Rich recommends checking roaming options, trying eSIMs, and turning on Wi-Fi calling before departure.

Dave from Joshua Tree asks if Google Drive is safe for personal info. Rich says it is—just review permissions for third-party apps linked to your account.

Collin Walke, a cybersecurity and data privacy expert, joins us to explain what 23andMe’s bankruptcy means for your genetic data—and what you can do to protect your privacy. Instructions to delete your genetic data.

Nintendo is introducing Virtual Game Cards, allowing digital games to be shared among family members, enhancing the flexibility of digital game ownership.

Edwardo in Tampa didn’t get a two-factor code from his bank. Rich says to check settings for blocked numbers or short codes and confirm your number is correct.

Stanley wants to know why websites keep asking if he’s a bot. Rich says it’s likely due to a VPN or shared network triggering security checks.

Mark in San Diego wants to watch MeTV, but his local channel dropped it. Rich says Frndly TV is an affordable streaming service that carries MeTV. Plans start at $7.99/month with a 7 free trial.

Diane in Crestwood wants to download her Facebook photos. Rich suggests using Facebook’s Download Your Information feature to save all photos at once.

Google’s Pixel 9a is set to launch on April 10 in the US, Canada, and the UK, following a brief delay due to a component quality issue.

Disney+ now lets you remove titles from your Continue Watching list, giving you more control over your viewing experience.

Mark Vena, CEO and Principal Analyst at SmartTech Research, shares why the Galaxy S25 Ultra finally convinced him to leave the iPhone behind.

Rich On Tech Episode 115 - March 29, 2025

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