Podcast Episodes

Instagram map privacy, ChatGPT 5 & the gift card trick you should know (133, Aug 9, 2025)

Rich talked about flying kites with his kids and selling stuff on OfferUp.

Rich also mentioned buying discounted gift cards on CardCash.com.

Rich explained the new Instagram map feature that potentia…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bitchat explained, sports card tech & a must-have security app (132, Aug 2, 2025)

Rich talked about the new offline messaging app called Bitchat. Download for iOS and APK for Android here.

Stanley in Northwest Ohio asks about the universal AI search engine called Poe.

Samsung says…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Feedbag extravaganza, AI tips & Disney Imagineering magic (131, July 26, 2025)

Rich recapped his 20th wedding anniversary trip to Kauai, including a few tech takeaways from the islands.

Taren in Tennessee asked about getting a Wi-Fi range extender that works outdoors. Rich reco…

Published on 5 months ago

AI notebook hack, proving you’re human online & one phone for work and personal (130, July 19, 2025)

Rich talked about how to build an AI-powered notebook that can remember everything using a combination of Google Gemini and Google Keep.

Brian in Orange County is trying to figure out how to transfer…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Samsung foldables hands-on, cleaning up privacy permissions & Gemini AI notebook hack (129, July 12, 2025)

Rich shared his first impressions of Samsung's new foldable phones, the Z Fold 7 and the Z Flip 7.

Harland in Wisconsin wants to be able to watch Hulu from his smartphone on a TV in his camper but wi…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Nothing Phone 3, lock your number & Chuck E. Cheese grows up (128, July 6, 2025)

Rich talks about his trip to London for the launch of the Nothing Phone 3 and the Nothing headphones.

Cheryl in Oregon asks what she needs to record and edit videos for social media.

Rich visits the …

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

Life-saving smartphone tips, Windows 10 extension & privacy-first phone made in USA (127, June 28, 2025)

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 th…

Published on 6 months ago

Massive password breach, Amazon Prime Day tips & digital detox for kids (125, June 21, 2025)

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…

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

iOS 26 features, smarter spam call blocking & cool new camera app (125, June 14, 2025)

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 …

Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago

Hands-on Nintendo Switch 2, light bulb security cam & passkey basics (124, June 7, 2025)

Rich gave his first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2.

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Jim in British Columbia wonders if an advertisement he sees on Facebook for a…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago