Rich On Tech

Guest Scott Stein, CNET journalist, talks about his experience using Apple Vision Pro. The launch of the Apple Vision Pro, protecting your eyes during the solar eclipse, and the termination of the Amazon and iRobot deal are discussed. Executives facing questions on child safety online, bringing Apple Vision Pro on a plane, Hulu cracking down on password sharing, connecting ethernet devices to wireless internet, and troubleshooting Zoom login issues are also covered. Lisa Plaggemier discusses protecting privacy and data online. Plus, tips on updating credit card number and understanding healthcare costs with Fair Health.

Rich talked about the ramifications of switching his SIM into the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in order to really test it. He loves the powerful nature of the phone - the screen, antennas and even the software - but the Apple ecosystem is tough to shake. His MagSafe chargers don’t work with the phone and the people he texts with are commenting about the green bubble. Overall, the phone is excellent, it just needs a bit of software update polish for the camera.Jim in Claremont, CA asked about the language translation features on the new Samsung phones.Fake AI Taylor Swift images are circulating on the internet and they’re going to be tough to stop.The first election issue related to AI happened in New Hampshire where voters got a robocall with an AI generated President Biden voice asking them not to vote.Juan Carlos Bagnell, SomeGadgetGuy on YouTube, will review the OnePlus 12 smartphone.Loren in San Diego wants to know if T-Mobile’s 5G Home Internet will be sufficient for streaming TV shows and movies on his smart TV.They’re calling it the Mother of All Data Breaches, someone compiled usernames, passwords, emails and phone numbers from past breaches into one giant database. You can check to see if your data is included here. Make sure you’re not re-using the same passwords across websites and enable two factor authentication where possible.Rich talked about using JustWatch for his movie watching list.Stanley in Bettsville, Ohio is wondering if he should use transfer software to move computers.Richard in St. Charles, Illinois wants to avoid Windows Updates.Turn on Stolen Device Protection in iOS 17.3 to prevent thieves from accessing your personal data if they take your phone.Gordon Costa Mesa wants to know about a good laptop for basic needs.Mitch Goldstone, of ScanMyPhotos.com, will explain how small businesses can secure a portion of a $5.5 billion payment card settlement he secured.Apple will overhaul the App Store and Payments in Europe.Ed in Las Vegas wants to know about TabloTV.Matt in Seal Beach wants help with a mesh internet system that will handle super high internet speeds. Rich says to take a look at the new eero Max 7.Rich mentioned how much he loves the FlyFin AI app to help you find...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samsung S24 lineup, Apple Vision Pro, AI features on the S24, troubleshooting phone connection issues, switching to S24, blocking cookies and AI app, Verizon rates and switching to T-Mobile, best TVs and budget-friendly brands.

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.