Rich On Tech

Rich recapped the major IT meltdown.

Cameron in Huntington Beach, CA is having issues with YouTube App on his iPhone.

Amazon Prime Day 2024 was a success.

John Hammond, Principal Security Researcher at Huntress, will join to talk about the major IT outage.

Dawn in Tuscon, AZ has a question about connecting to the USB on her computer. Rich says she needs a USB C to A adapter.

Chris in Rancho Cucamonga can’t connect to WiFi Calling on his work’s WiFi network.

Redbox is shutting down its DVD kiosks and streaming service.

Target is the latest retailer to stop accepting checks. Do you still write them?

Leslie in Laguna Beach is having trouble accessing her banking app on her mobile phone.

Zac Hall, 9to5Mac Editor-at-Large, will join to talk about iOS 18 Public Beta.

Tim in Moorpark is running for President but has an issue with his honey jar labels.

Apple has a new HomePod Mini in Midnight color.

TinyPod is a way to transform an Apple Watch into a minimalist communication device.

Samsung is pausing Galaxy Buds 3 Pro shipments due to a quality control issue.

James in Los Angeles is looking for a way to protect his copyrighted photos that he posts online. Rich recommends watermarking with Canva or an app, or uploading to a service like SmugMug that will do it automatically. Also, follow Jefferson Graham at PhotoWalks.

Microsoft Designer is a Canva alternative now available for iOS and Android.

Debra wonders if she can replace her cable company “landline” with Ooma.

Jared Newman of Advisorator will join to talk about his latest cord-cutting guide.

College students can get 50% off an HBO Max streaming subscription.

Handy website: https://www.siriuserguide.com/

Google shows off new Pixel 9 devices a bit early.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amazon refreshed it’s entire Kindle lineup including the first ever Kindle Colorsoft with color e-ink.

Stephanie in Los Angeles is a senior citizen and wants to be prepared for an emergency. Rich mentioned Blindshell, DumbWireless and Consumer Cellular phones.

Mike writes in about how to get help with installing Ring and Arlo around his house. Rich recommends searching Yelp for home network installation, home automation, TV mounting or security systems.

Lori from Canal Fulton, OH asks what the next best phone is after the iPhone 12 Mini. Rich mentioned MacRumors Buyers Guide.

Morgan from Thousand Oaks asks about how to track her indoor cats if they get out into her five acre ranch backyard. Mentioned: Tractive and Whistle, AirTag, Samsung SmartTag, Tile.

Oscar in Winchester, CA needs help with backing up his messages. Rich mentioned SMS Backup & Restore on Android and iMazing on iPhone.

Apple released a new iPad Mini.

Sarah in Studio City is worried that she clicked the link in a toll scam text.

🪙 Swan CEO Cory Klippsten shares insights on Bitcoin and the current state of the cryptocurrency market. Mentioned: Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery streaming on Max.

Diego in San Diego has an annoying “refresh” issue with his 2011 Mac computer. Mentioned: Reinstall macOS and CleanMyMac.

Google Flights has a new “cheapest” option for finding airfare on a tight budget.

Erik in Bismarck, ND needs a good USB-A to USB-C cable for CarPlay.

🛡️ Consumer Reports' Sukhi Gulati talks Permission Slip, a tool designed to help users automatically reduce their digital footprint and protect online privacy.

Enable the new theft protection feature on your Android phone today!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich says Amazon will unveil a new AI-powered Alexa at an event in New York City on February 26.

Apple has launched Apple Invites, a new invite app. You’ll need an iCloud+ subscription and an iPhone to send invites, but anyone can RSVP—even non-Apple users.

Diana asks for an app to repurpose an old phone. Rich recommends Alfred Camera for easy live monitoring and motion detection.

Did you know Microsoft has a free app called PC Manager? It helps clean and optimize your system. Just be sure to download the official version to avoid imitators.

Rich’s mom stopped by to talk NYC, New Jersey, and share some advice for his show.

Mark asks if he needs a subscription to run his Orbi mesh network. Rich says no—it works without one, but some features (like security and parental controls) require a paid plan.

According to Chris Hoffmann of the Windows Intelligence newsletter, Windscribe and Proton VPN are two great free VPN options.

Katie wants a simple, free website to merge two wedding songs into one clip. Rich recommends Audiomass—a free, easy-to-use online audio editor.

Skip from Aurora asks which headphones are best for flying and if he needs an adapter. Rich recommends Sony, Bose, and Sonos Ace for noise cancellation and comfort. For in-flight entertainment, the AirFly adapter lets you use Bluetooth headphones with the plane’s audio system.

Researchers have discovered security vulnerabilities in the DeepSeek iOS app—raising concerns about user data and privacy.

Adam asks if he should replace a flash drive that gave him an error message. Rich says yes—once a drive shows errors, it’s unreliable and could fail completely. Backup important files and get a new one.

Google Maps celebrates 20 years of navigation, real-time traffic, and Street View.

📱 Joanna Stern, Personal Tech Columnist at The Wall Street Journal, discusses the latest in technology!

Ron in Palm Springs says Word is proofreading everything in Spanish. Rich suggests checking the language settings under Review > Language > Set Proofing Language to switch back to English.

iPhone 7 owners who filed a class action claim for “Loop Disease” are receiving payments up to $349.

Want a free office suite? LibreOffice has a new update with a polished UI and better compatibility with Microsoft documents.

Rick in West Hills asks if he should pay for more iCloud storage or move photos to his computer. Rich also mentioned the Amazon Photos app with unlimited storage for Prime members.

Finally! Truecaller now offers real-time caller ID and spam blocking on iPhone—but you’ll need a paid subscription to use it.

Rosebud is a powerful AI-driven journaling app that learns about you and p...

Rich explained what DeepSeek is and why it disrupted the AI industry.

Toni in the Inland Empire asks about the difference between following someone and adding them as a friend on Facebook.

Jeff in Anaheim bought an Amazon Astro robot, and it stopped working.

Amazon Music Unlimited is raising prices by at least $1 a month.

Katie in Garden Grove is wondering about using an eSIM or regular SIM in Japan. Rich mentioned Airalo, use code RICH5375 for a few dollars off.

Lisa asks about the BeaconLink feature on OnePlus 13 phones.

Susan in San Diego wants to know if there’s something better than the Oura Ring. Rich mentioned checking out the Samsung Galaxy Ring (Android), RingConn, and Amazfit.

Rich talked about the high-tech, all-electric Pebble Flow RV.

Lou in Arizona is wondering if the system update messages he’s seeing on his Pixel 7 are legit.

Rich warned about a “Chrome Update” scam targeting Wordpress websites.

The Pebble smartwatch is making a comeback.

Michelle writes in asking if Apple is really enabling AI by default in the last update. Rich says yes, but you can turn it off easily.

Pat from Sherman Oaks asks if there’s a good website to chart a trip on a map. Rich recommends Roadtrippers.

📱 Cell phone plan reviewer Stetson Doggett will explain the latest offerings from carriers big and small – and how to save money while staying connected!

His Favs: US Mobile $25, Visible $45, Boost Mobile Infinite $65, Mobile X and US Mobile $10 plan.

There’s a new Apple Watch settlement for early models with swollen batteries. Details here.

Lynn in Murrieta is wondering how easy it is to switch to an MVNO.

Michael in Kentucky asks if the Cartable Pro Max he saw advertised on social media is any good.

Luis asks for a recommendation on a digital business card app. Rich says Popl and HiHello are two of his favs.

🎥 Phillip Swann, the TV Answer Man, joins me to break down the latest streaming services and what to expect for Super Bowl coverage.

You’ll be able to watch the Super Bowl on Tubi in 4K, but remember you need to register with your email first!

Helpful website to spot scams instantly – Scam AI.

Helpful website for quick, browser-based tools – Browserling’s Online Tools.

Google adds a new Block Breaker game – just search “Block Breaker.”

Rich mentioned the App Letterboxd and the movie Saturday Night.

RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate.

Rich DeMuro talks about tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more, along with interviews in this weekly show.

Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in!

Email your question here.

Listen LIVE from 11 AM - 2 PM PT on KFI AM 640 and syndicated on 450+ affiliates nationwide. Stream live on the iHeartRadio App.

Get the podcast to via