Alan Perry and Gary Beyer cover security alerts, tech news, and practical tips: Triangle/Canadian Tire accounts hacked, Discord delays facial age verification, and smart credit card “lock” tips.

Mobile updates: Freedom’s 100GB plan, Rogers/Shaw rate hike, and B.C.’s new 7% PST on cable/home phones. Samsung’s Galaxy S26, Apple’s March announcements, and Meta’s AI-after-death patent are also discussed.

Plus: travel tech updates, and Kathryn’s Paleontology News on the AI-powered DinoTracker app that identifies dinosaur footprints.

This week on Tech Talk, Alan Perry is joined by Berle Zwaan, just-retired Saanich Police Fraud Squad officer and founder of the Outsmart the Scammer Fraud Prevention Society, for an in-depth look at the latest scams and how to protect yourself. Breaking down a surge in dangerous new scams, including fake BC Hydro refund texts, phony nurse benefit messages, Amazon “hold” calls, Disney+ email fraud, and account reset code traps, and explains exactly how criminals are trying to get into your bank and email accounts.

In tech news, we cover Apple’s upcoming March event, Google’s new Pixel 10a, Samsung’s next Galaxy reveal, new PST charges coming to cable and home phone services in B.C., emerging 5G terms like VoNR, the new federal EV rebate program, and a controversial Meta AI patent that could post on your behalf after you die.

Plus: major mobile plan deals from Freedom and Public Mobile, new streaming perks for MLS fans, and Kathryn’s Paleontology News on a newly discovered “unicorn” dinosaur from the Sahara.

Alan Perry is joined by Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum, for the latest in tech news, tips, and deals. This week: Apple’s critical OS 26.3 updates for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches, warnings about Microsoft 365 scam emails, and practical advice to keep your devices secure.

Alan Perry is joined by Aitan Roubini, President of the Victoria Mac and iOS User Group and owner of MacZen.ca, to cover the latest scams, Apple security updates for older devices, and Google’s voice assistant privacy settlement. They also break down weekend tech deals, how to stream the Olympics and Super Bowl without cable, major UK travel rule changes, and Rogers’ new cruise-friendly Roam Like Home pass, plus updated travel tech tips.

Alan Perry is joined by Ron Fraser, retired Sidney tech enthusiast, for a wide-ranging look at security and privacy news. This week’s show covers urgent Apple and Microsoft updates, new online scams targeting Booking.com, LastPass, Under Armour, and Canada Computers customers, and what to do if your data may be compromised.

They also break down major tech stories, including Apple’s new AirTags, Sony’s surprise TV deal with TCL, social media lawsuits and bans, Meta’s upcoming paid features, and big changes to Air Miles. Plus, the best tech deals of the weekend and a new dinosaur discovery from Patagonia.

Join Alan Perry, technology tutor and host, with Terry Sirup, Computer Tech and Store Sales Manager at Priority 1 Computers, for the latest in tech news, deals, and tips. This weekend, they’ll cover the hottest mobile plans, discounts on laptops and gadgets, rising RAM and SSD prices, and major updates from Apple, Microsoft, TikTok, and OpenAI. Plus, essential advice on avoiding online scams and protecting your security and privacy.

On this episode of Tech Talk, Alan Perry (Host and Technology Tutor) is joined by Charles Martin (Co-host, Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group Program Director and London Drugs In-Home Tech) and producer Kathryn Abbott

They cover important security and privacy news, including CRA text scams and Facebook Marketplace frauds, break down standout announcements from CES 2026, and highlight smart tech deals and gadgets worth watching. Plus, updates on Apple TV, AI basics and whether you should be using it, and answers to your tech questions.

This weekend on Tech Talk, Alan Perry, Host & Technology Tutor, is joined by Charles Martin, Co-Host, Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group Program Director and London Drugs In-Home Tech, along with producer Kathryn Abbott. The team breaks down new CRA text scams, Facebook Marketplace frauds, and growing privacy concerns around AI-generated imagery. They also highlight standout announcements from CES 2026, including foldable phones, rollable laptops, smart home tech, and next-generation mobility. Plus, a great refurbished laptop deal from Tesseract Computers, travel tech updates,

This weekend, Alan Perry is back with co-hosts Gary Beyer and Chris Beveridge, and producer Kathryn Abbott, to bring you the latest in tech news, deals, and tips. From scam alerts and Freedom Mobile offers to Apple’s vintage Macs and Nvidia’s big moves, they’ll answer your tech questions live, help you start 2026 smart, and highlight the release of Kathryn’s documentary, Why Dinosaurs, now streaming on YouTube.

Looking to score tech deals before the year wraps up?

On this week’s episode of Tech Talk, Alan Perry welcomes Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum, for a deep dive into Boxing Week sales. They discuss where the best deals are, how they compare to Black Friday, and what shoppers should know before heading out.

They also explore this week’s tech news — including why rising AI hardware demands could make 2026 a tough year for buying new phones and gadgets.

Plus, Alan and Ricky answer your tech questions live, from Wi-Fi headaches to phone plans and smart TV issues.