What’s really in the air after fireworks? This week, we dig into unexpected pollution, a surprising iOS 26 feature that freezes nudity on FaceTime, and how to keep using Windows 10 for free. Plus: Snapseed returns, satellite internet services go head-to-head, and how Superman fans can catch the movie before the premiere.
Sunday, July 6
Sunday, June 22
iPhone Lockouts After Theft, 16B Data Breach, and AI’s Expanding Footprint
A massive 16 billion-record breach, iPhones locking up after theft, and what ChatGPT is really learning from Reddit and Wikipedia. We also unpack Starlink’s new “demand” fee, the return of useful free software, and the AI app turning your wardrobe into something out of ‘Clueless.’ Unlock hidden content with Netflix secret codes: Streaming
Sunday, June 15
Is Your Chat Private? Meta’s AI, Amazon Security, and Siri’s Slip at WWDC
Amazon Cloud cam security issues; Meta AI may make your chats public; Apple's WWDC 2025 and Siri delays; AI's electricity consumption; Google Gemini will summarize PDFs; Review: Peelware multi-layered disposable kitchen products; Streaming
Sunday, June 8
Job Scam Texts, Apple’s AI Chill, and the Great EV vs Gas Debate
T-Mobile class action checks going out; Instagram testing a teleprompter; Is Apple behind in AI?; Job scam texts - how do they work?; Sam Altman on using ChatGPT; EV vs Gas, what's a better deal?; Nintendo Switch 2; Streaming
Sunday, June 1
Car Play's Future, AI Book Services (and Prompts), plus Touchless TSA Travel – What’s Next?
Are Android Auto and Apple CarPlay disappearing? Data; AI annotated book services - what we think; AI and mental health; The 3 word rule for ChatGPT prompts; Schools now fighting against use of AI; What's new at Taipei's Computex; Travel smart with TSA PreCheck Touchless ID; Streaming
Sunday, May 25
Tech Updates: Netflix Ends Support, Apple Adjusts Watch and Glasses Plans, and Tom Cruise’s Iconic Stunts
Netflix discontinues support; Apple take a step back on Apple Watch and Smart Glasses; New SynthID verifies AI content; Notepad upgrade; Reducing browser battery drain; Topps Pope Leo XIV trading card; Tom Cruise best stunts #TomCruise4Oscar; Streaming
Sunday, May 18
Tech Shifts: Airbnb's Pivot, TikTok Chromebook Chaos, Screenless Cars, and Social Media star's Dog Rescue
New directions for Airbnb; Spotify drug ads; TikTok Challenge: Set Chromebooks on fire; Automakers ditching Screens for old school buttons; Apple and Samsung both make design move; The flying car is here; New book from Niall Harbison benefits the rescue work at happydoggo.com; Streaming
Sunday, April 27
Nest Thermostats Fade, Waymo Soars, and AI Politeness Debates
Google sunsetting support for older Nest Thermostats; 250,000 paid Waymo rides per week; Tech and the conclave; Do you say "Thank YOU" to AI?; Netflix sharing; Have you used an Amazon locker?; Tops in streaming
Sunday, April 13
Broadband Satellites, Free AI Training, Tech Travel Tips and more
Amazon delays Project Kuiper launch, experiences with satellite TV; Tariffs in tech news? Apple tries to beat them; T-Mobile raises rates without notice; Microsoft and Google offer free AI trainings and certifications; Google Maps and Flights travel tips; Cheap laptops; Tops in streaming
Sunday, April 6
Has Consumer AI Been a Lie? Blue Origin Wins big, Early Technology, Streaming and more
This week we cover the Switch, tech and tariffs; Space Force awards $2.4 billion to Bezo's Blue Origin; Broken promises of AI; How to remove the Meta AI button on WhatsApp; 50 years of Microsoft- their early technologies; Tops in streaming- 5 ⭐ to Flow the movie and the series The Pitt.
Sunday, March 30
Navigating Privacy and Technology: Passkeys, IRS PINs, and Your 23andMe Data
What about Signal messaging? The Government and Technology Disconnect; Email Masking for Privacy; How to download and delete your 23andme data NOW; The shift from passwords to passkeys; HP wins ink Cartridge class action suit; Cleaning your electronic devices; Protect your identity with IRS PINs; Top in streaming
Sunday, March 16
SpaceX Crew-10, Amazon’s Haul, Data Removal, FTC Scam Alerts and more
Blast off as we celebrate NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 launch from Kennedy Space Center, sending astronauts to the ISS. We also unpack Amazon Haul’s rocky discount site rollout, the FTC’s 2024 top scams costing $12.5 billion, quick ways to remove your data from search results, the best cheap phones, and the streaming services ruling this weeks' screens.
Sunday, March 9
Starship Mishaps, Eagle Fame, and Tech Revolution Unveiled: From SpaceX to Siri, MVNOs to EVs
SpaceX Starship rocket incident; Internet famous bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow; What's an MVNO (alternative cellular), providers, prices and Mint Mobile; Apple delays updates for Siri AI; California's EV mandate; Tops in streaming
Sunday, March 2
AI Alexa+ Rises, Skype Fades, and Pixel Watches Your Pulse: Tech’s Latest Twists
Amazon's new AI Alexa+; Microsoft shuttering Skype; Avast Class Action; FDA clears Loss of pulse detection on Pixel watch; Beware AI tax scams; Gmail switching to QR codes for 2FA; Tops in streaming
Sunday, February 23
Tech Exposed: Your Guide to Gadgets, Privacy, and Connectivity
Apple's latest innovations; Uncover the surprising reasons banks are restricting Zelle and how it impacts you; Practical tips to outsmart hidden cameras to protect your privacy; Struggling with slow internet? We've got advice to supercharge your Wi-Fi; Stay connected on the go with our hands-on review of the Solis Go, the portable Wi-Fi hotspot everyone's talking about; Explore whether Starlink is the future of gaming and if it lives up to the hype Plus, find out the top streaming movies and shows you need to binge-watch this weekend.
Saturday, February 15
Digital Dilemmas: Privacy, Starlink, AI and TikTok's Return
Google Photos replacing prints, photo books for fire victims; T-Mobile Starlink Beta FREE to all; TikTok is back; AI news, Google Gemini analyze and Perplexity; Anti-virus data collection; Speeding up Chrome; Streaming
Sunday, February 2
Apple’s AI Bloat, Prime Video Ads and Free Super Bowl Eats: This Week in Tech
FireAidLA Concert; ADS on Prime Video?; Apple settles watch lawsuit; iOS 18.3 includes 7GB of AI; Most invasive apps and privacy; Chipotle Free Food during Super Bowl; 25 Years of the SIMs; Tops in streaming
Sunday, January 26
Wildfires, Starlink Changes, Solar Closures, and Tech Tips
California wildfire updates; Starlink price changes; Solar Plant Closing; Apple Watch Forever Chemicals; Scan Tax documents; What about DVDs?; Tops in Streaming.
Saturday, January 18
Fires, Tech and Trends: Fire Safety Apps, CES Highlights and TikTok’s Delay
California wildfires and the Watch Duty app; Five Star REVIEW: "Flame Detector" (Fire Safety technology); TikTok ban delayed; Best and boring tech at CES; Apple card changes; Streaming
Saturday, January 4
Turo App, Siri Settlement, CES 2025 AI Revolution, New Year Travel
Turo Car rental - what is it? Apple paying $95 million in Siri Privacy lawsuit (only $20 to you); Lenovo laptop deal; CES 2025-what to expect-lots of AI; New year travel rules (and Real ID tips); Streaming
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