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Featured Tech Tips & News

• Holiday Gift Ideas: Rich's top picks include the Google Holiday 100 and Amazon 100 gift guides. Mentioned products: Climbing Gecko, Beats Studio Pro, OCOOPA Hand Warmers, Fitbit Versa 4, Loftie Alarm Clock, Anker Bluetooth Speaker, and Theragun Sense.
• Best Apps for URL Saving: Tools like Archive.today, Obsidian Web Clipper, and Raindrop.io.
• Voice-to-Text Options: Wispr Flow and Windows’ built-in dictation tool for composing emails.
• Email Management: Suggestions for retiring Gmail accounts, linked devices (google.com/devices), and free email programs like Proton Mail.
• Recipe Collection Apps: Tools to organize and save your favorite recipes.
• iCloud Update: iOS 8 backups end December 18, 2024.

Notable News

• Google vs. DOJ: The Department of Justice wants Google to sell Chrome.
• Cybersecurity Warning: Beware of malware hidden in SVG email attachments.
• Amazon Music Update: Unlimited subscribers can now listen to one Audible book per month (3 months free promo available).
• Roblox Update: Improved parental controls rolling out.
• Instagram Testing: A new Recommendations Reset option is in beta.
• Flying Electric Ferry: The first U.S. launch will be at Lake Tahoe.
• Amazon Echo Show 21: A large-screen smart display is now available.

Listener Questions

• Jon (Facebook Access): Suggested Meta Verified to regain account control.
• Jerry (Old Gmail Accounts): Advised using Google’s account deletion help and Proton Mail for a replacement.
• Jeff (Google Voice & Voicemail): Adjust T-Mobile voicemail settings to delay pickup longer than Google Voice.
• Ed (Mac Email Reading): Recommended Spoken Content, VoiceOver, and Outlook’s Read Aloud feature.

Expert Interviews

• Jacob Palmer (BestReviews): Shared holiday gift recommendations and deals.
• Nathan Burrow (Wirecutter): Tips for finding the best Black Friday deals using tools like Keepa and CamelCamelCamel.
• Babette Pepaj (BakeSpace): Discussed how AI is revolutionizing home baking and recipe development.

Additional Highlights

• BlueSky Users: The BlueArk app allows importing old Tweets.
• Google Reading Mode App: A new Android tool to enhance reading accessibility.
• Uber XXL: A new ride option for extra seating and luggage space.

Full show notes and links at Rich On Tech Episode 99 November 23, 2024

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Rich On Tech 98 - November 16, 2024

Rich talked about the technical issues plaguing the Netflix livestream of the Jake Paul Mike Tyson fight.

Bluesky is suddenly a popular alternative to X. Find me here.

Bitcoin reached a new high of $90,000.

Marcello in Golita wants help recoving a forgotten Bitcoin account. Mentioned: CryptoAssetRecovery and KeyChainX

Google has a standalone Gemini AI app for iPhone.

Mark in Los Angeles is curious about iMac vs Mac Mini and what monitor to get. Episode mentioned.

Kent in Huntington Beach is trying to download iOS 18 but doesn’t have enough space.

Mentioned: Apple gives you temporary iCloud storage to move to a new phone.

For the fifth time in six years, the most common password is 123456.

Paul in Columbus, Ohio is wondering how to reset a computer to donate it. Windows 8, 10 & 11. Mentioned: shredOS, KillDisk, DBAN and Chrome OS Flex.

Bryan in San Diego is looking for an app that automatically edits video footage. Mentioned: Go Pro Quik, Magisto, CapCut and Splice.

Amazon Black Friday sales run November 21 to December 2.

Amazon Haul is the company’s answer to Temu, with all products under $20.

👨‍👦 Former USA TODAY tech columnist and current AARP Tech Editor Ed Baig shares solutions for helping aging parents resolve their technology challenges.

Mentioned: Windows Quick Assist.

Rich talked about how much he loves Aura frames, esp as a holiday gift.

The voice of “You’ve Got Mail” passed away at 74.

Julie in Downey wants to know about an iPad for the holidays. Mentioned: Google Shopping, Yahoo Shopping, PayPal Honey.

Mentioned for refurbished goods: Gizmogo, Back Market, TipTop

Rich talked about the apps for anxious fliers. Mentioned: Ask the Pilot book.

🎓 Turnitin CPO Annie Chechitelli discusses the impact of AI on education.

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Rich talked about his new love for the Ray Ban Meta smart glasses. VIDEO

Russ in Grand Junction, CO is blind and loves his Ray Ban Meta glasses.

Julian in Woodland Hills says the Be My Eyes feature on the Meta glasses. Aria is another similar service.

You can now use chat.com to access ChatGPT.

Apple Notes gone on the iPhone? Here’s the fix.

Max is the latest streaming service to start cracking down on password sharing.

Pat wants to know if using an iPhone as a MacBook hotspot will damage it.

Malvin wants to know how to remove personal info from Google. Link: Google Results About You

Curtis in Fallbrook has a question about using a cell phone for international travel. Rich likes Airalo and you can find a discount on my referrals page.

You can get a 30% discount on a Pixel 9 phone if you know where to look.

Craig in Des Moines wants to know if his new headphones will really last 70 hours on the battery.

📱 Tech journalist Rob Pegoraro explains how to pick the best cell phone plan and carrier. Also mentioned: OpenSignal App.

Bitcoin hits new highs in the wake of the election.

Herbert in Rancho Santa Fe wants to use a de-dupe program and is wondering if it’s safe. Mentioned: Gemini 2, Remo and CleanMyPhone.

How-To Geek argues that you can skip paid antivirus software.

Michael in Duarte writes in and wonders if he can skip the upgrade to Windows 11.

Mark in Woodland Hills is looking for an app to consolidate and organize all of his files onto one hard drive. Suggestions?

PlayStation 5 Pro is now available for $700.

🤖 Dan Ackerman demonstrates how to create affordable AI video clones, exploring the technology's potential and implications.

Verizon is giving users an extra month to switch messaging apps.

Rich swapped out his Email Me app for Android thanks to listener Leo!

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