Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice & tech news broadcasts by Fevzi Turkalp on the BBC & elsewhere

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Sarah Gorrell to discuss online privacy. Just what are we signing away when we tick that box online, use chatbots, or download that app which asks for too many permissions, and what can we do to improve matters?

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This time; Eddie's got a loose ear problem but is it covered? What are your rights if a product you've bought breaks during normal use?

Gadget of the Week goes to;

AgfaPhoto's Realiview APF3200 Digital Photo Frame. Available from 7 inches up to a whopping wall mountable 32 inches, this digital photo frame is Wi-Fi enabled and can show your photos and videos in style. With 32gb of onboard storage as well as a MicroSD Card memory slot and accompanying app, there's plenty of ways to enjoy or share your memories. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show

Twelve South's PowerCapsule. This MagSafe compatible charger connects either via USB C or wirelessly using Qi 2 technology and comes in 5000 and 10,000mAh capacities, wrapped in vegan leather this is a high quality and stylish way to keep your phone's battery topped up on the go. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show.

Apple's MacBook Neo. This new entry level laptop features a 13" screen, has the same aluminium shell as others in their range, and runs the same OS, at a more affordable price and ideal for those looking for an Apple laptop for general use but without the cost and available in a range of colours. Scoring 4.7 out of 5, more in the show.

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Tom Slater on LBC Radio to discuss OpenAI's agreement with the US's Department of War to use its technology in military research and operations. With protests already taking place in the US, just how much of a violation of privacy, both for those in the US and outside, does this pose and should we be more worried about where the use of AI in warfare could take us all? Plus a look at the new Apple products, including the MacBook Neo laptop, with a lower specification than others in the range it's still a powerful and cheaper alternative. 

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Adam Ball on BBC Radio Oxford to discuss which AI reliant apps people use, what advances will it bring but should we be allowing ourselves to become too dependant upon Artificial Intelligence given the negatives inherent in the technology, including to the environment?

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss generative AI. What is it? What can it do? What are the dangers? Should we be more wary about the increasing reliance upon the technology, especially considering the impact it has on the environment?

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to bring the latest tech news and reviews. This week; How to use a mobile phone sim for broadband internet around your home if you can't get or afford standard internet.

Gadget of the Week goes to;

TP-Link Archer MR600 Router. This innovative dual band router features everything you'd expect from a modern router, including AC1200Mbps Wi-Fi network speeds, but also adds the ability to insert a sim card and use your cellular/mobile data connection as your home or office internet. An ideal solution for those in areas with no access to high speed internet or who are simply waiting for the roll out of full fibre. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show

TP-Link Deco BE65 Tri-Band Whole Mesh Wi-Fi 7 networking system. With three AI-driven hubs this kit allows you to spread your internet throughout your property and avoid issues with weak signals. With both wired connections up to 2.5Gbps, and wireless up to 2882Mbps this is an ideal upgrade to your home network. Scoring an excellent 4.5 out of 5, listen in for full details

Devolo Magic 2 Wi-Fi 6 Next Multiroom Kit. These adapters use your home electrical circuit to give you superfast networking throughout your home, up to 3000Mbps via Wi-Fi or via 2 Gigabit ethernet ports on each adapter. Another ideal way to upgrade your home network. Scoring 4 out of 5, more details are in the show.

You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London just after 1pm every other Thursday and can follow and contact him on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss the many legal cases being brought against social media platforms in the US alleging harm was done to litigants, who claim the way videos and similar content is pushed leads to addiction and other negative effects. With potentially thousands of cases hinging on how these cases go, what may the future hold for the companies involved? Meanwhile, under new legislation in the UK companies will have 48 hours to remove any offensive or illegal images posted on their platforms, but could this new law have unintended consequences? Plus a look at how you can get a broadband connection at home via a cell service using a router which features a sim card.

Gadget of the Week goes to;

TP-Link Archer MR600 Router. This innovative dual band router features everything you'd expect from a modern router, including AC1200Mbps Wifi network speeds, but also adds the ability to insert a sim card and use your cellular/mobile data connection as your home or office internet. An ideal solution for those in areas with no access to high speed internet or who are simply waiting for the roll out of full fibre. 

TP-Link Deco BE65 Tri-Band Whole Mesh WiFi 7 networking system. With three AI-driven hubs this kit allows you to spread your internet throughout your property and avoid issues with weak signals. With both wired connections up to 2.5Gbps, and wireless up to 2882Mbps this is an ideal upgrade to your home network

Devolo Magic 2 Wifi 6 Next Multiroom Kit. These adapters use your home electrical circuit to give you superfast networking throughout your home, up to 3000Mbps via Wifi or via 2 Gigabit ethernet ports on each adapter. Another ideal way to upgrade your home network.

You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Sarah Gorrell to discuss plans by WayMo to launch driverless taxis on London's roads later this year. Is the technology really ready for use on busy roads or is safety still a major concern? Will people even feel confident using them and who is liable when there is an accident? Plus what of the future, will driverless vehicles become the norm for private ownership, too?

You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Lunchtime Live on BBC Radio Scotland to discuss the UK Government's update to the Online Safety Bill banning under 16s from Social Media and regulating chatbots which are capable of generating adult material. While other countries, such as Australia, already have similar legislation, will the crackdown here in the UK work and how can it be enforced while still respecting the privacy and online freedoms of over 16s? Plus a look at Jools Law, aiming to ensure the retention of a child's online data following their death. Is the UK government rushing into action without thorough consultation on the real issues involved?

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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss the Online Safety Bill banning under 16s from Social Media in the UK. With other countries, such as Australia, already having such legislation, will the crackdown work and how can it be enforced while respecting the online freedoms and privacy of those over 16?

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