Rich mentioned a website, smart911.com, that lets you fill out a safety profile that 911 dispatch operators might be able to see when you call in, if supported in your area.

Rich also talked about the ways to update your emergency settings on the iPhone, Samsung, and Pixel smartphones.

Microsoft is changing the blue screen of death.

Rick in Thousand Oaks wants to know the best way to scan or file digital statements.

Microsoft is giving users three ways to extend security updates on Windows 10 for an additional year.

Paul in Thousand Oaks called in to give his review of the Kindle Colorsoft.

Jim in Arizona asks how to take notes on the go in his car? Rich recommended Whisper Memos and Email Me.

Anker is recalling 5 power banks over battery safety risks.

Naomi is having issues with your Yahoo mail. Rich suggests checking to see if you're out of storage.

Samsung will unveil its next foldable phones on July 9th at an event in Brooklyn.

Spectrum is raising internet and TV prices.

Mark Yarm, Executive Features Editor at PCMag, will share what Americans really think about tech etiquette — from device snooping to ChatGPT texts.

Susie in Temecula wants to know how to stay connected to the internet in her 5th wheel.

Hertz is using AI to scan car rental returns for scratches.

SparkKitty malware steals photos from iOS and Android devices. Be careful with permissions.

Paul asks which Hisense TV I have. It’s the U8.

A caller from Winchester asks why her CarPlay is no longer working after upgrading to the new iPhone. Rich says to swap out the USB-A to USB-C cable. Here are two options from Beats and Amazon.

Techspot has a great list of essential apps to install on your Windows or Mac computer. Rich mentioned BCUninstaller.

Listener James has a suggestion for the caller having issues with large fonts in Outlook - launch it in safe mode by typing outlook.exe /safe into the Start box and see if the issue persists. If it doesn’t reset Outlook to defaults.

You can now listen to iHeartRadio on Meta Smart Glasses. Rich also mentioned the smart glasses with ChatGPT he saw in Mexico called GetD.

Todd Weaver, founder and CEO of Purism, will explain how his company is building privacy-first tech products that put users—not advertisers—in control.

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Rich shared highlights from his trip to Mexico City, where he covered a brand-new tech trade show focused on electronics and appliances.

Rich shared his go-to gadgets—trusted tech he travels with and uses daily to stay powered, connected, and organized.

Oscar in Winchester, California asked how to uninstall Outlook from his Windows PC. If that’s not working, try a third party uninstaller like Revo Uninstaller.

If you subscribe to YouTube TV, you might be eligible for a $10 monthly discount.

Karina in Las Vegas asked how to free up space on her phone without losing videos — Rich suggested uploading them to a cloud service like pCloud or OneDrive to keep them accessible.

Rich explained what you need to know about the massive password breach. Cybernews Password Leak Checker

Bill in Fullerton asked about upgrading his PC to Windows 11 — Rich explained how to do it on unsupported hardware without replacing internal components.

Rich shared his Amazon Prime Day tips - put the stuff you want in your cart now and watch for price drops. Rich mentioned a portable carbon monoxide detector he tested on his recent trip to Mexico.

Lorna is having an issue with a printhead cleaning error.

Adrian Li Mow Ching, CEO of Clicks, joins to talk about their breakout keyboard case and big new deal with Best Buy.

Daisy in Menifee wrote in about WiFi problems on her Chromebook — Rich recommends doing a Powerwash to reset it and start fresh.

Sherry in Orange County wants to step down as a Facebook page admin — Rich explained how to add a new admin first, then safely remove herself.

WhatsApp is introducing ads into the Updates tab but messages remain private and end‑to‑end encrypted.

If you have a Samsung TV or monitor, you might be able to claim two free months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

Tom in Orcutt, California asked what specs to look for in a new computer. Also, check out this cheat sheet.

Molly DeFrank joins Rich to talk about helping families take control of screen time. She’s the author of “Digital Detox: The Two-Week Tech Reset for Kids” and shares practical tips to reset your kid’s relationship with tech.

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Rich recapped the major announcements from Apple’s WWDC 2025.

Dario asks how to colorize an old black-and-white photo. Rich recommended apps like MyHeritage, Remini, and Photomyne for affordable and easy photo restoration.

Anker is recalling its popular PowerCore 10000 (model A1263) due to fire and burn risks — stop using it and check for a free replacement or refund.

Christina from Los Angeles wants a way to plug in a flash drive to her iPhone to back up her photos — Rich recommends the SanDisk phone drive for iPhone.

The Nintendo Switch 2 breaks records with 3.5 million units sold in just four days.

Rich detailed the new features coming in iPadOS 26 — including an all-new windowing system.

Samsung Galaxy users can claim a free year of Perplexity Pro AI, a $200 value.

Sam Altman says the Singularity is already happening — just more gently than people expected.

TechCrunch reports that 1.9 million 23andMe users have requested deletion of their genetic data following last year’s data breach.

Samsung is teasing thinner, lighter, and more durable Galaxy Z Foldables ahead of its next Unpacked event.

Snapseed returns with a surprise redesign for its iPhone photo editing app.

Stephanie Weitzman joins to talk about Speechify — the popular text-to-speech app that helps people listen to the information they want to learn or absorb.

John from Placentia asks why thieves can turn off a stolen iPhone — Rich explains that Find My still works on powered-off devices, and you can enable Stolen Device Protection for even more security.

Rich mentioned two books he just finished: Retail Gangster: The Story of Crazy Eddie and Apple in China.

Yahoo Mail launches a new Catch Up feature designed to help users manage inbox overload more easily.

West is a stylish camera app that transforms your phone into a digital film camera with a retro vibe.

Betsy from Gainesville, Georgia says her husband gets 15–25 spam calls a day — Rich recommends downloading the free Google Phone app and enabling spam protection. Make sure your carrier’s spam protection or app is activated. As a last resort, use apps like Hiya or Truecaller.

John Mills and Dave Merritt, co-founders of Watch Duty, will explain how their app became a must-have download during the LA wildfires.

Voicenotes has launched a desktop app for Mac — it works like an AI-powered memory bank for your thoughts and ideas.

Looking for a way to upgrade an unsupported Windows 10 PC to Windows 11? Here’s a helpful guide — but notes it’s a bit more technical than some users may be comfortable with.

Rich received lots of Feedbag emails from listeners praising Wispr Flow — the text-to-voice app on iPhone — for its accuracy and ease of use.

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Rich gave his first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2.

Looking for details on how to get it? Check out TheShortcut.com

Jim in British Columbia wonders if an advertisement he sees on Facebook for a $29 pallet full of returned Amazon goods is legitimate.

Drew in Costa Mesa is looking for a solid basic printer/copier. Rich recommends the Brother L2240DW—grab it through a cashback site like Shopback to earn a little money back, since this model rarely goes on sale.

Rich mentioned CamelCamelCamel as a way to check to see if Amazon products ever go on sale.

Wyze has a new security camera that installs as easily as screwing in a light bulb—because that’s exactly how you do it.

Spencer in North Carolina has some advice on getting your computer to update to Windows 11.

Here’s a quick 20-second scam rule: if a message is unexpected and wants you to take action—pause, verify, and don’t rush.

Margie Want some suggestions on AI screenwriting tools: Nolan, AIScreenwriter, DeepStoryAI

AT&T has a new unlimited senior plan for those 55 and up. It's just $40/month.

And no, it's not just you. Apple Mail is having issues on iOS 18.5. Hopefully a fix is in store soon.

Rich mentioned Wispr Flow as an incredible smarter voice to text app for the iPhone.

Here are the best apps to create a watch list of the movies you want to stream.

Bryan Bishop (Bald Bryan) will talk cancer, movies and his new newsletter all about helping you find the best movies on your streaming services.

Jim in Hemet wants to convert HEIC images to JPEGs on Windows. Rich suggests using the Vert website or the CopyTrans app. iPhone users can also switch from High Efficiency to Most Compatible in camera settings to avoid HEIC files altogether.

Photoshop is now on Android.

Marshall is having issues with the battery on his Samsung S25 Ultra. Rich mentioned using the battery diagnostic tool in the Members app.

Mark in Winnetka is wondering if there's a good way to build a family tree without taking a DNA test. Mentioned: Geni.com

A new survey says the sweet spot for productivity is 75 minutes of focused work followed by a 33-minute break. It’s all about balance.

Mint Mobile users now have access to RCS messaging.

Andrew Shikiar of the FIDO Alliance will explain passkeys – what they are, why they matter, and how they’ll change the way you log in.

Tools mentioned:

Paiback tracks airfare after you book—if the price drops, they’ll try to get you a credit. Use my referral code 351116198944 for your first $25 in savings commission free.

Hobby Scan helps card collectors quickly scan and check what their cards are worth.

Notion’s AI Meeting Notes feature automatically creates smart, detailed recaps of your online meetings.

Rich On Tech Episode 124 - June 7, 2025

Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more—plus interviews with industry experts—all in this weekly show.

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Rich talked about a massive data breach exposing 184 million logins and passwords. He recommends using strong, unique passwords and turning on two-factor authentication for key accounts.

Mentioned: Have I Been Pwned and MalwareBytes Digital Footprint Tool

Rich highlighted the impressive Gemini live video feature, which brings real-time AI to life. ChatGPT has a similar tool — if you haven’t tried it yet, now’s a good time.

Greg in Minnesota asked how to record live streaming radio. Rich suggested the Audials app, plus Piezo for Mac users and Audacity for Windows.

WhatsApp has finally released a dedicated iPad app — 15 years after launch.

David in Michigan lost all his photos after resetting his LG G8. Rich says, “Please, please, please” — always back up your photos with Google Photos, iCloud, or Amazon Photos (free with Prime).

Maria asked if those digital marketing or work-from-home offers on Facebook are legit. Rich says, “Probably not” — try trusted sites like FlexJobs or LinkedIn instead.

Rich’s brother Justin joined the show to share tech tips from his Europe trip. His Airalo eSIM worked flawlessly across multiple countries.

Google Calendar on Android now lets you block third-party apps from accessing your calendar.

Claude has introduced a new voice mode for more natural conversations.

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Rich shared a story about visiting a local record store. A reminder that tech and nostalgia can coexist.

Chris Hoffman from the Windows Intelligence newsletter shared top free PC cleaners. Try built-in tools like Disk Cleanup and Storage Sense, or go with the more advanced BleachBit.

Rich shared his review of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.

Patrick McGee explains the high-stakes relationship between Apple and China, as revealed in his new book Apple in China.

IPhone 16 tops global smartphone sales in the first quarter of 2025.

T-Mobile added a screen recording feature to its app without telling users.

Dennis asked why Google can’t catch scams with all its AI power. Rich says they are — AI is already flagging phishing, spam, and scam sites behind the scenes.

Sandy writes in and says her kid wants a Walkman. Rich says to check out Retrospekt.

Microsoft Authenticator is dropping password auto-fill.

Disney+ has launched a new “Perks” program offering subscribers exclusive discounts, free trials, and sweepstakes.

Soumit in Orange wants to know how passwords sync across different devices if he uses a password manager.

Amazon has launched a new budget friendly Blink video doorbell.

Ed Bott is a longtime tech journalist and expert on all things Microsoft. We’ll talk about the slow march to the end of Windows 10 and what it means for you. Mentioned: Force upgrade to Windows 11 and why you don’t need to pay for antivirus software.

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Rich talks about attending Google I/O 2025 and the major consumer announcements from Google.

Mozilla is shutting down its Pocket app—if you need an alternative to save articles for later, check out Instapaper.

Google just launched the NotebookLM app for iOS and Android—check out the new Audio Overviews, which turn your notes into podcast-style summaries you can listen to on the go.

Benny in Burbank is blind and wants to read mail and newspapers—Rich recommends ElevenReader, a free app that uses your phone’s camera to scan and read printed text out loud.

Queen Ugly Duckling from the Bronx misses her QWERTY keyboard—Rich suggests checking out Clicks, a gadget that snaps onto your phone and gives you that satisfying physical keyboard feel again.

Diana in Orange County asked if her phone is safer than her computer for financial transactions—Rich says yes, in many cases your smartphone is more secure thanks to built-in protections like biometric login and app sandboxing.

Shane in Colorado wants to ID the pictures in his screensaver—Rich suggests adding a watermark before dropping them in the folder, or using a third-party app like gPhotoShow, which can display file names or captions as the photos play.

The Take It Down Act bans sharing deepfakes and non-consensual intimate images.

Jony Ive is teaming up with OpenAI in a $6B deal to design AI-first hardware.

Lisa writes in and says her elderly brother fell for the Coinbase scam. What should he do?

Gerald wonders, if someone gives a scam remote access to their computer, does that mean they now have access to all their saved passwords in a password manager?

Dave Citron, Senior Director of Product Management for the Gemini app at Google, joins us to talk about the latest Gemini features and how they're making the app even more intelligent with Gemini Live Mode.

Gina in Florida is worried about data sharing—Rich says limit what you share when possible and ensure you’re downloading the official app.

Adobe says Memorial Day is shaping up to be the year’s first big online shopping weekend.

Students are damaging Chromebooks by jamming objects into USB ports—a new trend spreading on TikTok.

A newspaper’s summer reading list included fake books—turns out the author used AI and didn’t fact-check.

Regeneron is buying the now-bankrupt 23andMe, aiming to tap into its massive genetic data.

Rich saw a live demo of Wing’s drone delivery service at Google I/O—yes, they were really dropping pies from the sky.

Twelve South has a smart new cable that combines the plug and USB-C—no power brick needed, and it’s up to 10 feet long.

Jason Ball, longtime news executive, joins us to talk about life after TV and how he’s using AI, and off-the-shelf tech to reinvent himself as a creator with the Life after News podcast and the Desert Dispatch newsletter.

You can now set Google Translate as your default translating app on iPhone.

Ava is an app that provides real-time on-screen captions of spoken words, making conversations more accessible for everyone.

Rich On Tech Episode 122 - May 24, 2025

Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more—plus interviews with industry experts—all in this weekly show.

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Rich talks about the trend of slimmer smartphones, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.

Toni in the Inland Empire wants her Apple Watch to alert her when she leaves her iPhone behind.

Melissa asks if it’s safe to leave to add her debit card to Apple Cash.

Leon in Fallbrook asks what Rich thinks of services that remove your personal info from the internet. Here’s my DIY guide.

Charter and Cox are merging in a multi-billion dollar deal.

Edward in Tampa is curious if Rich has ever heard of laser internet from Taara.

ShopBack is a new cashback site that gives you $1 back on every Amazon order and percentage rewards at stores like Target, Sephora, and Nike. Read more about it here.

The FTC’s new rule on junk fees is now in effect — ticket sellers and short-term rentals must show all fees upfront.

JP in Calabasas is curious if his friends should still be using the iPhone SE even though it’s losing support.

Vivian in Murietta is trying to regain access to her Yahoo account and doesn’t trust the process.

Johnny Jet joins us to share the latest in travel technology and tips. Mentioned: ResortPass, Flighty, FlightAware.

Coinbase reveals details on a data breach that affected some customers.

Here’s a hack to let you skip overpriced Wifi and still chat with AI in the sky. On iPhone? Try Text.ai.

John in Denver called about a website that automatically tracks your flight prices and gets you a refund if it drops. Mentioned: Paiback and Autopilot.

Max is becoming HBO Max once again.

Peacock has a deal for one year of service at $25.

Leo in Torrance is upset that the iPhone 16E does not accommodate HDMI out over USB-C, and he says it wasn't advertised anywhere in the specs.

Jake in Colorado is wondering how to delete a Facebook page he set up with his ex-wife. Rich mentioned: Meta Verified.

Steve Fisher, futurist and co-author of SuperShifts, will talk about the future of humanity and what comes after the Age of AI—he’ll explain how technology, biology, and energy breakthroughs could transform our lives over the next 200 years.

Watch: Rich’s rant on how social media is changing us.

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Rich discussed how social media is changing the fabric of our society.

Susan in Santa Monica says her friend’s iPhone 13 Pro Max is showing SOS after getting an eSIM installed—likely a carrier activation issue.

If Siri ever activated without you wanting her to, you might be able to claim your share of a $95 million settlement.

Dawn in Troy, Ohio, is wondering if she can turn off Grammarly full keyboard access—Rich explains the privacy trade-offs and how to adjust the setting. Mentioned: Language Tool and Wispr Flow.

Nash in Downey is looking for a good printer—specifically a laser model—and also wants recommendations for headphones with strong bass (Beats Fit Pro or Sony ULT Wear)

Sam asks if there’s a way to block an inappropriate Wi-Fi network from showing up or connecting to his computer.

FBI warns about old routers being used to power cybercrimes.

Netflix is unveiling its first home screen redesign on TVs in 12 years.

Chris in Orlando says Siri doesn’t work on his iPad—Rich recommends doing a settings reset to bring it back.

Aparna Chennapragada, Chief Product Officer at Microsoft, joins us to talk about how AI and digital agents are reshaping the workplace — and what it means for the future of how we all get things done.

Google Maps now has a new feature that saves places from your screenshots.

Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S25 Edge, which is their slimmest phone yet.

Got the new Samsung One UI 7? Here’s how to fix two annoying features.

Samsung is adding a new tap-to-transfer feature for money.

Josh Ochs will explain how parents and students can use social media and AI tools like ChatGPT to build a positive online reputation.

Untrap extension for YouTube lets you customize over 280 aspects of the YouTube experience on desktop.

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Rich discusses how a major court ruling forces Apple to allow outside payment links in apps, changing how developers charge and how users pay.

Mark in San Diego says the GPS on his Pixel 4a has stopped working and wants to know what he can do to fix it.

Microsoft is going passwordless for new accounts, using passkeys and other secure sign-in methods.

Paul in Columbus, Ohio says one of the backlights on his Hisense TV is busted and wants to know what his options are.

Google is ending support for 1st and 2nd gen Nest Learning Thermostats—check your email for a discount offer on a replacement.

Matthew in Huntington Beach wants to use both an iPhone and a flip phone and wants to know his options for managing calls and texts across both. Rich mentioned DumbWireless, Camp Snap Camera and Number Sync or Number Share.

Rich talked about the viral success of Steve’s Lava Chicken, a Minecraft song by Jack Black that’s now the shortest track ever to hit the Billboard Hot 100.

Madonna in Michigan says her iPhone is randomly calling people on its own—what could be causing it?

If you get an email about the Avast settlement, it’s legit—real payouts are being issued.

Sylvia in Murrieta has terrible cell reception—Rich suggests turning on Wi-Fi calling, asking your carrier about a signal booster, or checking out products from WeBoost.

Steven Johnson, Editorial Director at Google Labs, talks about the latest updates to NotebookLM — Google’s AI-powered research and writing tool that helps you organize and understand information faster.

Google is launching iOS and Android apps for its popular Notebook LM. You can now pre-order them—once they’re live on May 20, they’ll automatically download to your phone.

Joey in Orange County says she’s getting tons of political texts—what can she do to stop them?

Microsoft is raising Xbox prices, citing market conditions as the reason for the increase.

Google Gemini app now lets you edit photos with AI.

Meta has launched a stand-alone Meta AI app.

ChatGPT now has shopping features built in.

Mark in Montana wants to stream local channels—Rich mentioned checking out TV Garden, along with free apps like Tubi, Pluto, and Peacock.

Kermer in Sun City is having trouble getting his Verizon Wi-Fi to connect to his phones—what can he do to fix it?

Harry Campbell, founder of The Rideshare Guy, joins us to break down the latest in the gig economy — from Uber and Lyft to delivery apps, robotaxis and beyond. Sign up for The Driverless Digest newsletter here.

Sam Altman’s latest startup, World, is scanning irises to create digital IDs—now expanding across the U.S. with new storefronts and mobile devices.

Starbucks has opened its first 3D-printed store—a drive-thru-only location in Brownsville, Texas—constructed using layered concrete and robotic printing technology.

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Rich talked about the latest Roku announcements from their NYC event.

Stephen from Tarzana wants to organize millions of files on his computer. Rich suggested checking out AI tools like Dropbox Dash, along with software options such as Directory Opus and the freeware alternative Total Commander.

As expected, pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are already sold out.

Tim Makalinao, Co-Founder and CEO of Bandana, joins us to talk about fixing the broken job search system and how his startup is helping workers land better hourly and entry-level jobs — for free.

Rose from Temecula is worried her phone might be hacked. Rich recommended looking into iCloud Private Relay, the iMazing Spyware Checker, and the Am I Secure app.

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses just got a software update adding live translation and support for more music services.

A Pixel 8 user accidentally deleted an entire conversation with her son and is looking for a way to recover lost texts.

Rich suggested checking one.google.com for a device backup, using Google Takeout to download old messages, and installing SMS Backup & Restore to save future texts—since Google Messages sadly doesn’t have a “recently deleted” folder yet.

Brian from Northridge wants to know how to delete individual cookies and cache data from specific sites instead of clearing everything at once.

Kelly from Los Angeles says her budget Android phone has stopped charging.

A new Gmail feature called Manage Subscriptions helps you unsubscribe from newsletters in bulk, and it’s rolling out now.

Justin Hendrix, CEO and founder of Tech Policy Press, will share insights on the ongoing Google and Meta antitrust trials and what they mean for consumers.

Walter from Temecula is looking for a lower-priced alternative to the Apple Pencil. Rich mentioned options from Logitech, Adonit, ZAGG, and highlighted the ESR Geo Digital Pencil as a highly rated budget pick.

Meta just launched a new free video editing app called Edits, available for both iOS and Android.

TV.garden lets you explore live TV streams from around the world for free.

If you’re looking for an alternative to Grammarly, there’s a free option called LanguageTool.

Rich shared a cool way to scan a QR code at a restaurant table and instantly split the bill using a service called sunday.

George from Los Angeles says his wireless mic isn’t working with his Samsung Galaxy A15 smartphone.

Tim O’Hearn, software engineer and author of Framed: A Villain’s Perspective on Social Media, will have a new take on how social platforms really work.

The Apple Watch is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.

Text.ai lets you text AI for free using your regular messaging app—no download required.

If the battery is swelling in your Pixel 7a, Google has a repair program to fix it.

AT&T is adding cruise ship coverage to its International Day Pass for $20 a day.

Max is cracking down on password sharing, charging $7.99/month for each extra member outside your household.

Netflix is adding a dialogue-only subtitle option that shows just the spoken words.

Christopher from Justice, Illinois wants to see what devices are connected to his Wi-Fi—Rich recommends the app Fing.

Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more—plus interviews with industry experts—all in this weekly show.

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How to Listen:

🎙️ Live on KFI AM 640 – Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM – 2 PM PT

🎙️ Rebroadcast on 710 WOR – New York City, Sundays from 8 PM – 11 PM ET

📻 Syndicated on 450+ affiliates nationwide

Get the podcast to via RSS, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Follow Rich on X, Instagram and Facebook.

Download the MP3 here (choose episode, then scroll to bottom of page and look for ”Download”)

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RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate.

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