iOS 26.1 notes and features

Rich talked about the viral warning that Meta will soon read your DM’s.

Shelton in Covina is wondering if he should log out of websites after doing financial transactions.

WhatsApp has launched a full Apple Watch app.

Henry in Glendora is looking for some software to help manage MP3 ripping. Rich recommended Exact Audio Copy, MP3Tag, and MP3Gain.

Listener Tim shared his headphone recommendations. After much testing, he found that the Apple AirPods Pro 3. And the standard Bose QuietComfort topped his list. Pro tip: If you buy at Costco, the AirPods Pro 3 come with two years of Apple Care.

Gadget of the Week: Life360 Pet GPS Tracker.

Join ShopBack.com using code RICHONTECH for a $20 cash back bonus.

Gary in Redondo Beach is wondering if he should keep both Apple One and his iCloud storage plan for an additional $30 a month.

Mark in Woodland Hills asked about traveling internationally. Rich recommended tools like Google Translate, Apple Translate, and Google Gemini Live Mode. And his foolproof method for finding a great restaurant within walking distance from your hotel.

Go to Google Maps on a desktop search for your hotel. Tap the icon that says “Restaurants.” Choose 15 minutes for walking and then set the rating to 4.5. Look for a restaurant that has a lot of reviews.

Here is the ramen place that Rich found in Tokyo (AFURI) that happens to also have locations in the U.S.

T-Mobile is offering its satellite text to 911 service to anyone for free. Sign up here.

Bobo mentioned his two favorite songs are Stevie Wonder’s “As” and “Just Like Music.”

Anne in Orange County asks if it’s safe to put her bills on automatic payments.

Katelyn Chedraoui, AI reporter at CNET, will break down the rise of AI video generators like Sora—why it’s going viral, how to spot deepfakes, and which AI tools are worth trying.

Mark in Florida wants to know if there is a good price comparison website for online shopping.

Former Meta engineers introduce a $250 Stream Ring that lets you take voice notes on your finger.

IOS 26.1 adds new Liquid Glass Controls.

Jim writes in and says if you don’t want the new slide to disable the alarm on your iPhone, you can change the setting back. Go go > Settings/Accessibility/Touch/Prefer Single-Touch Actions.

Gina in Mission Viejo is wondering why different iPhones pull in a different Wi-Fi signal.

You can now earn United miles on your Lyft rides.

Brynn Putnam, founder of Mirror & Board, will share how she’s reinventing family game night with her new tech console

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