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This week we look to the Olympics and cutting-edge technology already shaping the Games.

Security alert: An AI-powered children's toy from Bondu left over 50,000 chat transcripts (including kids' names, ages, personal details, and intimate conversations) completely exposed — accessible to anyone with a Gmail account due to a wide-open web portal. We discuss the massive privacy risks and what parents need to know about AI toys.

Practical advice: Should you ever reply "STOP" to unknown or spam text messages? Why it can backfire and the safer ways to block unwanted texts.

Plus: Should you store payment info on e-commerce sites? Tips for upscaling and reviving old routers, the best Android-compatible Bluetooth trackers (like Moto Tag, Pebblebee Clip, and Chipolo options for Google's Find Hub network), and picks for the best tech trends shaping 2026.

We wrap with the latest tops in streaming to binge-watch!

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Fresh from CES 2026, we're breaking down the best of the show, including standout products and clever innovations you may not have heard about yet. From surprising robotics to practical consumer tech, we highlight the ideas that actually make sense.

We'll talk about Coro, a product for new moms that feels long overdue, and the Hydrostasis Geca watch that tracks hydration levels. There's also a smoke detector designed to help rescue pets, new ways to make drinking water from air, and fast-moving sustainability efforts from Back Market and iFixit.

Plus, Gmail is getting smarter with AI, online scams are surging again, and we tackle the big question: is AI designed for kids ethical? We'll wrap things up with what's topping the streaming charts.

CES season is officially here — and yes, the inbox flood has begun. This week, we sort through the noise to highlight what really matters, including the #CES2026 Innovation Awards and the tech worth watching. We'll also talk about a long-requested Gmail update that may finally let you change your email address (and even switch back), plus practical tips to uninstall Pixel bloatware and free up much-needed space on your iPhone or Android device. And, as always, we'll wrap things up with what's topping the streaming charts.

On Techradio this week, we're talking about the tech you live with every day — and a few surprises you might not see coming. From smart TVs that may be watching more than you realize to what's expected to make headlines at CES 2026, there's plenty to unpack.

We'll also cover two costly car warnings: why spilling water in your EV can lead to expensive repairs, and how rodents are chewing through vehicle wiring at alarming rates. Plus, Apple quietly discontinued 17 products this year, Firefox is officially leaning into AI, and a new generation of headphones doubles as hearing aids. And as always, we'll tell you what's streaming and where — including this week's top picks in streaming.

We're right on time with the tech that matters. This week, we start with the Petco data breach that exposed millions of customers and what you should do if your information was involved. Google Discovery is adding AI-written descriptions, Android phones can now share live video with 911 operators during emergencies, and Google Translate lets you use just about any headphones.

We'll also look back at tech that quietly ended in 2025, why Amazon pulled its AI-generated Fallout recap, and what's topping the streaming charts this week.

This week, we're unpacking a big move in entertainment: Netflix is buying Warner Bros. Discovery (yes, HBO included) and what it means for the shows we love. We'll also look at the AT&T data breach, how to tell if something you're reading was written by AI, and why Ryan Reynolds and Ricky Gervais are suddenly shaping online marketing.

Plus: Marsha's review of Tonies Toniebox, the screen-free audio box for kids; a quick way to thank your Amazon driver; smart tech gift ideas; and the Top 10 in streaming for the week.

Thanks to our producer, Curt Buthman, for 10 years of producing our podcast!