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The podcast features Gary Shapiro, President and CEO at the Consumer Technology Association, discussing CES 2024. They talk about highlights from CES, including transparent TVs and self-docking boats. They also mention the AI device Rabbit r1, the Sphere in Las Vegas, and the new Peter Luger steakhouse. They cover Apple Vision Pro, a digital wallet app called Stocard, and the recent approval of Bitcoin ETFs by the SEC.

Rich takes a trip down CES memory lane with some of his favorite viral moments.First CES 2006 with CNETLaundry folding machine, CES 2019AI-powered pizza machine, CES 2020Rich hosts digital CES 2021Humanoid robot CES 2022Ring Car Cam and Drone, CES 2023Thurman in Winchester, MA wants to know if an MVNO discount cell service is worth it or reliable. Rich says to check WhistleOut to compare.Some Verizon customers are getting an email about a class action settlement due to administrative charges on their bill. It is legitimate and you can get up to $100 if you submit a claim.Brian Comiskey, futurist at CTA, will talk about what to expect from this year’s CES 2024 in Las Vegas.David in Yorba Linda wants to replace his phone with the best camera for photos and videos. Rich says iPhone 15 Pro is overall best for photos and videos, but Pixel 8 Pro takes amazing photos and Samsung S23 Ultra is excellent overall but the wait until the S24 is unveiled to make a decision.Samsung is expected to unveil its new Galaxy S24 smartphones at an event on January 17, 2024 in San Jose. The phones are expected to get a big dose of AI smarts.If you pay for Spectrum TV, you can now get Disney+ for free. Details here.Fred in Pasadena wants to know about communication, should his company stick with Slack.Karen in Charter Oak, CA has a pile of hard drives and wants to recover the data off of them. Rich recommends a USB or Dock to connect to the computer and if that doesn’t work, you can call a data doctor to help.Facebook has a new feature called “link history” and it tracks 30 days of the links you click to improve the ads Facebook shows you. You can toggle this feature off. Here’s how.Lyft looked at rider data from New Year’s Eve and found that cities...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich opens the mailbag for the show to answer listener questions and share feedback, reflecting on a full year of the show. Portions of the show are best of.Interviews:Ember smart baby bottleLarissa May #halfthestory projectGoogle PixelArc electric boatFarmer's Fridge salad vending machineRich DeMuro talks tech news, tips, gadget reviews and conducts interviews in this weekly show. Airs 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and syndicated on stations nationwide through Premiere Networks. Stream live on the iHeartRadio App or subscribe to the podcast. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in!See the Rich On Tech Show Wiki here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcast discusses on-demand content, syncing TV audio-video, preemptive tech steps to avoid headaches, phone number memorization decline, WiFi password storage on phones, kids' online protection rules, and tech safety tips.

Rich visited a newly remodeled Best Buy and realized there were no more CDs or DVDs! This led him to take a trip down memory lane of all the technology that is no longer around, like VCR’s, the Walkman, Tube TV’s, Fax Machines, Camcorders and more.Mike in Ventura asks why computers don’t have DVD drives built in anymore!Craig in Des Moines says he just got the Samsung A14 smartphone and wants to learn more about the features.Andrew O'Hara of AppleInsider joined to talk about new features in iOS 17.2.Apple is adding a new feature called Stolen Device Protection to the iPhone in a future update, based on WSJ reporting.Gerald in Simi Valley takes us on a trip down memory lane with technology.Ron in Canoga Park has a Pixel 4a but the software updates have run out. Should he upgrade? Rich recommends getting the Pixel 8 over the 7a because it will get 7 years of software updates, compared to 4 for the a model.Ron in Orange County needs to adopt a CRM, but wants something simple. Rich recommends checking out offerings from companies like HubSpot, Zoho and FreshSales. Spend time on the website and see which one appeals most to your needs.Is your smartphone listening to you? One media company says yes.Vivian in Sun City, CA is having issues getting her phone unlocked to switch carriers.E3 is permanently shutting down.Marsha Collier, author of eBay for Dummies, joined to talk about tips and tricks for selling on eBay.Beverly in Los Angeles wants to know the safest way to send a W9 form. Rich says to look for a file-sharing service that is end-to-end encrypted. ProtonDrive is free up to 1 gigabyte and Wormhole has a super easy, no sign-up drag-and-drop interface.The Opera GX web browser has added a Panic Button! Tap it and it will quickly mute and pause playback from all open tabs and open a new window with a safe “bland” website.Manuel wants to shop for some computers for his kids and himself and needs some recommendations. This is a helpful guide.Instagram has a fun new AI tool that can replace the background in your photo with anything you can imagine!The TSA will test a self-service screening system at the Las Vegas...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast covers topics such as the security risk of handing unlocked phones to strangers, debunking Amazon account hacking claims, streaming free movies on Archive.org, Gmail spam filter upgrades, bringing iMessage to Android with Beeper Mini, fixing YouTube audio speed issues, options for recording from TV, getting internet in remote areas, free package pick-ups with DoorDash, Ring's video recording policy, and Amazon's discontinuation of Venmo payment.

Steve Tcherchian talks about NameDrop, FaceID security, physical phone security, and open WiFi networks. Rich shares his holiday gift picks. They discuss turning off read receipts, giving out iPhone serial numbers, and removing duplicate photos. They troubleshoot voicemail and text message sound issues. They mention a new feature on WhatsApp and Apple and Google's best apps of 2023. Scott Knapp will talk about avoiding holiday shopping scams.

Rich discusses a wide range of technology-related topics, beginning with a focus on holiday shopping and tech gift ideas. He talks to Jacob Palmer of BestReviews.com to highlight top-rated tech gifts and discusses privacy concerns associated with smart gadgets, featuring insights from Jen Caltrider of the Mozilla Foundation's Privacy Not Included initiative. The episode also features Matt Swider from TheShortcut.com, who shares strategies for savvy holiday shopping, including how to spot genuine deals and avoid misleading ones.Rich shares his personal favorite apps, offering insights into their functionalities and cross-platform capabilities. These include Artifact, Google Photos, ChatGPT, Omnivore, Email Me, Telegram, Day One, Libby, Opener, What3Words, Whisper Memos, Sunshine Contacts, and more.The podcast also addresses various listener questions, emails and voicemails, covering topics such as using an Apple Watch with an Android phone, understanding two-factor authentication apps, and managing online privacy and security.Please note: calls are previously recorded.Rich DeMuro talks tech news, tips, gadget reviews and conducts interviews in this weekly show. Airs 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and syndicated on stations nationwide through Premiere Networks. Stream live on the iHeartRadio App or subscribe to the podcast.Follow Rich on X, Instagram, Facebook and Threads.Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in!RichOnTech.tvHappy Thanksgiving!Guests:Matt Swider of TheShortcut.com talks about best holiday shopping strategies.Jen Caltrider of Mozilla Foundation’s Privacy Not Included talks about gadget privacy concerns this holiday shopping season.Jacob Palmer of BestReviews.com shares top rated gift ideas to shop for this holiday season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich talked about how he set up his holiday lights this week and the smart home voice actions he set up weren’t working. Turns out his wife unplugged the lights because she couldn’t remember the voice command to turn them off.Rich talked about his work Friendsgiving and how it was surprisingly fun, but everyone was sharing via AirDrop. Here’s how to share photos and videos with Samsung Quick Share and Android Nearby Share.Morris in Studio City wants to know why the CD’s he’s duplicating are skipping.Apple is finally adopting RCS for better messaging between iPhone and Android. Users will be able to send full resolution photos and videos, see typing indicators, read receipts and more.Julie Ramhold, Consumer Analyst with DealNews.com talks Black Friday strategies.Bob in Oro Valley, Arizona is wondering how to block a repeat spam caller. Rich recommends using the built in Block Caller feature on iOS, Samsung or Android.Jim in Hesperia is wondering why his Nest speakers won’t connect to his Wi-Fi network. He’s getting an error message about AP Isolation.Sam Altman, one of the creators of ChatGPT, is out at OpenAI.Jack in Anaheim is interested in blurring out his home’s photo on Zillow and Google Maps. He was also confused when trying to sign up for ChatGPT. Rich says to make sure you’re going to the official website here.Edgar Dworsky, founder of Consumer World will share top tips to get a deal on Black Friday.Apple is extending the free trial of Emergency SOS via Satellite for an additional year for iPhone 14 owners.Karen in Orange County is getting unauthorized charges from PayPal. Rich recommends logging into the PayPal website and going to Settings > Payments and scroll down to Automatic Payments. Then, select a subscription and choose See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.