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Google Nest thermostats can now detect HVAC issues; TextNow offers free calls and texts for a one time $10 fee; new iPhone app lets you record two cameras at once; Facebook debuts a tool to limit third party tracking; a Peloton style experience for less than half the price.Listeners ask about redeeming Apple gift cards, spying on text messages, upgrading to Catalina, backing up photos and whether to upgrade a Windows 7 PC to Windows 10.Mentioned:Facebook Privacy Toolhttps://richontech.tv/2020/01/quick-tips/stop-facebook-tracking-off-facebook-activity-tool/Google Nesthttps://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9703429TextNowhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2020/01/30/textnow-offers-free-calls-and-texts-after-9-99-set-up-fee/4614325002/DoubleTakehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/doubletake-by-filmic-pro/id1478041592?ls=1Bowflex C6https://www.bowflex.com/bikes/c6/100894.htmlFollow Richhttps://www.instagram.com/richontech/Follow Meghanhttps://twitter.com/producermeghanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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How not to get your phone hacked like Jeff Bezos; Apple's less than secure iCloud encryption; the Smart Contact lenses of the future; a new earthquake app; Seattle allows voting by cellphone.Listeners ask about changing the default search engine on their web browser, pop up ads on their phone, using Apple's family sharing features and two factor authentication for logging into a laptop.
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Mentioned:Mojo Visionhttps://www.instagram.com/p/B7pBU1_l3OP/QuakeAlertUSA Earthquake apphttps://earlywarninglabs.com/mobile-app/Reelgood Apphttps://reelgood.com/Seattle Mobile Votinghttps://www.npr.org/2020/01/22/798126153/exclusive-seattle-area-voters-to-vote-by-smartphone-in-1st-for-u-s-electionsSwitch search engineshttps://ktla.com/2020/01/22/private-search-engines-browsing/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Google now lets you use an iPhone as a physical security key; HP might make printer ink cheaper; Google assistant gets some helpful new features; Verizon launches a privacy focused search site with some nifty tricks; Fitbit activates blood oxygen monitoring sensors in existing devices.Listeners ask about the end of Windows 7, AirPods Pro issues, a way to export text messages to PDF, upgrading to a new TV and whether an app called Drivemode is recommended.Follow Richhttps://www.instagram.com/richontech/Follow Meghanhttps://twitter.com/producermeghanGoogle iPhone Security Keyhttps://9to5google.com/2020/01/14/iphone-google-security-key/Fitbit Oxygen Sensorshttps://9to5mac.com/2020/01/15/fitbit-blood-oxygen-monitoring-before-apple-watch/Verizon OneSearchhttps://www.verizonmedia.com/press/2020/01/14/verizon-media-launches-privacy-focused-search-engine-onesearchNew Google Assistant Featureshttps://www.blog.google/products/assistant/ces-2020-google-assistant/HP Cheaper Inkhttps://www.techspot.com/news/83561-hp-might-start-making-ink-cartridges-more-affordable.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Recorded on the show floor at CES 2020 Las Vegas in Renovo's fully autonomous Chrysler Pacifica.Rich & Meghan discuss Colgate's new toothbrush that tells you when you've actually cleaned your teeth; A ride in Qualcomm's self driving car; a Pizza making robot; LG's Veggie Growing Refrigerator; Fingerprint Door Lock; Arlo Pro 3 Wireless Floodlight Security Camera. Special Guest Renovo CEO Chris Heiser talks about the future of data collection in cars. Plus listener questions answered!Follow Rich on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/richontech/Follow Meghan on Twitter:https://twitter.com/producermeghanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Wyze explains what was and was not exposed in a large data breach; California's new online privacy law explained; Filing taxes for free should get easier; Amazon holiday shopping numbers; top journaling apps for 2020.Listeners ask about Facebook's privacy notice, recycling old gadgets, dragging and dropping MP3 files onto an iPhone and recovering deleted text messages.
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Links:Wyze Data Breachhttps://forums.wyzecam.com/t/updated-12-30-19-data-leak-12-26-2019/79046California Consumer Privacy Acthttps://www.latimes.com/business/technology/story/2020-01-01/ccpa-california-internet-rights-what-you-need-knowIRS Free File Reformshttps://www.propublica.org/article/irs-reforms-free-file-program-drops-agreement-not-to-compete-with-turbotaxAmazon Holiday Tidbitshttps://press.aboutamazon.com/news-releases/news-release-details/amazon-customers-shop-record-levels-again-holiday-season-cyber
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Visa warns about gas station card fraud; a new way to stream local OTA channels; best gadgets of the past 10 years; Instagram fights online bullying.Listeners ask about the differences between a Chromebook and laptop; Android or iPhone and how to block annoying ads on an Android phone.Follow Rich:https://www.instagram.com/richontech/Follow Meghan:https://twitter.com/producermeghanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Google protects your password better in Chrome; A processor change might actually make Android phones worse next year; iOS 13.3 adds even more helpful parental controls; You can now sell your house directly to Zillow; a fire safety device; Hue dimmer switch and an app that turns your iPhone into an old school iPod.Follow Rich:https://www.instagram.com/richontech/Follow Meghan:https://twitter.com/producermeghanRich's Book:https://amzn.to/2soY3F3Chrome Password Security:https://www.blog.google/products/chrome/better-password-protections/Snapdragon 865:https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2019/12/qualcomms-new-snapdragon-865-is-a-step-backwards-for-smartphone-design/Pixel Features:https://www.blog.google/products/pixel/more-helpful-pixel-features/Sell to Zillow:https://www.zillow.com/offers/Apple Parental Controls:https://9to5mac.com/2019/12/10/ios-13-3-whats-new-features-changes/LifeDoor Fire Gadget:https://ktla.com/2019/12/11/lifedoor-fire-safety-gadget-home-close-bedroom-door/Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer:https://www.instagram.com/p/B5wTYE9lKN5/Rewound Apphttps://apps.apple.com/app/rewound-music-player/id1481219461See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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An upcoming iPhone might ditch wired connectors completely; Google Photos gets a feature to help you send picture messages to friends and family; breaking down the FBI's smart TV warning; Mattress hackers; best apps of 2019.
Listeners ask about the best duplicate file finder programs, the best flip phone for seniors, Apple's credit card reporting to credit agencies, wireless charging pads versus power banks and the best Apple Watch for the gym.
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Links:iPhone Rumorhttps://www.macrumors.com/2019/12/05/kuo-iphone-without-lightning-connector-2021/Google Photos featurehttps://www.blog.google/products/photos/now-its-easier-to-share-everyday-moments-in-google-photos/FBI Smart TV Warninghttps://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/portland/news/press-releases/tech-tuesdaysmart-tvsMattress Hackershttps://www.wsj.com/articles/unintended-perk-of-the-online-mattress-boom-never-ending-free-trials-11575474415Apple Best Apps 2019https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2019/12/apple-celebrates-the-best-apps-and-games-of-2019/Duplicate file finderhttps://www.softwarehow.com/best-duplicate-file-finder/Flip phone for seniorshttps://www.t-mobile.com/cell-phone/alcatel-go-flip-3See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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How thieves are using Bluetooth scanning apps to target valuables in your car; my favorite Holiday Shopping tools; Fake Amazon reviews; Ford's new electric Mustang SUV; a website with details on original streaming programming.Listeners ask about watching Disney+ on their older smart TV, a free streaming movie service through the library and the best methods for scanning documents to go paperless.Follow Richhttps://twitter.com/richdemuroFollow Meghanhttps://twitter.com/producermeghanGet Rich's Book:https://amzn.to/335Dl9V
Bluetooth thieveshttps://www.wired.com/story/lasers-hack-amazon-echo-google-home/ShopSavvy Barcode Scannerhttps://shopsavvy.com/Google Shopping price trackinghttps://blog.google/products/shopping/find-best-prices-and-places-buy-google-shopping/Facebook Ad Libraryhttps://www.facebook.com/ads/library/DealNews.comSlickdeals.netFake Amazon Reviewshttps://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/nicolenguyen/her-amazon-purchases-are-real-the-reviews-are-fakeStreaming Originals Websitehttps://www.onlyonstreaming.com/Ford Electric Mustang SUVhttps://www.ford.com/suvs/mach-e/2021/Free streaming service from the libraryhttps://www.kanopy.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Razr flip phone comes back as an Android smartphone; Google enables an iMessage-style solution to all Android phones; A look at the Disney+ streaming service; Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro; Google Maps gets a handy feature for international travel; the Libby app for downloading free library books to your Kindle.Listeners ask about getting free cloud storage, the best digital picture frame, how to edit their address book on a computer, whether AirPods Pro are still worth it and a phone to replace a Samsung device.Follow Rich:https://www.instagram.com/richontech/Follow Meghan:https://twitter.com/producermeghanRich's Book:https://www.amazon.com/101-Handy-Tech-Tips-iPhone/dp/1731457944Razr is backhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SLVoNwglNoGoogle's answer to iMessagehttps://www.blog.google/products/rcs/upgrading-messaging-android-us-rcs/Disney+https://dtcimedia.disney.com/news/dtci-disney-plus-launchApple 16 inch MacBook Prohttp://earny.link/apple/AP7jFAGoogle Maps Translate Featurehttps://www.blog.google/products/maps/speak-easy-while-traveling/Digital picture framehttps://store.google.com/us/product/google_nest_hubSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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