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TV Tech Guy Rich DeMuro offers tech news, gadget reviews, helpful apps and answers your questions. richontech.tv

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  1. Handy $40 car gadget, stop phone number hijacking & my iPhone Duo verdict (197, Oct 24, 2026)

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    Rich On Tech Episode 197 - October 24, 2026 Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) with your tech questions. Rich reviews Apple's $2,000 iPhone Duo after a week of use. He loves the tablet-sized screen but finds the…

  2. What my AI agent does for me, hidden subscriptions & Apple's $2,000 foldable (196, Oct. 17, 2026)

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    iPhone Duo preorders are selling out: Apple’s first foldable iPhone starts at $2,000, with some deliveries reportedly slipping into January. Rich recommends waiting for reviews, especially given the expensive repair…

  3. (Best of) Free TV antenna tips, smarter scam protection & better home Wi-Fi (195, October 10, 2026)

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    • Pixel 11 Rambler speeds up replies: Rich says Google’s voice-to-text feature is accurate enough to dictate and format quick email responses on the fly. • Meta faces landmark child-safety case: States accuse Meta of…

  4. AI ordered my pizza, your car is spying on you & tech prices are rising (194, October 3, 2026)

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    • Rich explains why he’s finally sold on AI agents after using ChatGPT Dots to order pizza, check in for a flight, research trips and handle everyday tasks. • Six major AI companies signed a voluntary safety…

  5. My new favorite AI assistant, tech support scams & Apple’s foldable (193, September 26, 2026)

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    • Snapdragon focuses on AI: Qualcomm’s new chips aim to run more AI directly on phones, improving speed and reducing reliance on the cloud. • Google Book preview: Android-based laptops bring native apps and built-in…

  6. Meta’s new Muse delivers, Siri gets smart & Apple Store secrets (192, September 19, 2026)

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    • AI gets more useful and more concerning: Rich says to use AI and understand it, but question its answers rather than blindly trusting it. • AI can provide emotional support: Caller Bonnie used ChatGPT to help process…

  7. iPhone Duo wins me over, hackers bypass 2FA & how to make your smart TV dumb (191, September 12, 2026)

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    • Apple launches the $2,000 iPhone Duo, its first foldable with a 5.4-inch outer screen, 7.6-inch inner display, MagSafe and Apple Pencil support. • iPhone Duo software could be its biggest advantage, with apps…

  8. 3 ways to stop hackers, Amazon’s scam checker & AI flight price alerts (190, September 5, 2026)

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    • Driver’s license scans exposed: More than 153 million U.S. and Canadian ID records were reportedly offered on the dark web. Freeze your credit and consider an IRS Identity Protection PIN. • Make accounts harder to…

  9. Save money on home internet, removing hidden PC malware & choosing the right TV antenna (189, August 29, 2026)

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    Rich talked about shopping around for high-speed internet and shared tools and tips to help you find a better plan, faster speeds or a lower price. Apple has set September 9 for its next big event, where we’re…

  10. My new favorite movie app, two-factor scams & a robot that draws your blood (188, August 22, 2026)

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    • Meta faces landmark teen safety trial: Twenty-nine states accuse Meta of designing Facebook and Instagram to hook young users while misleading parents about safety. Former Meta executive Arturo Behar testified that…

  11. How to spot and stop scams, Pixel 11 explained & my new restaurant search trick (187, August 15, 2026)

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    • Scam protection: Slow down, stop the conversation, and independently verify requests before sending money, sharing codes, or installing software. • Family code words: Set up a private family code word to help verify…

  12. Hotel Wi-Fi warning, delete your data for free & Ask YouTube’s hidden AI search (186, August 8, 2026)

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    03:04 — Hotel Wi-Fi attacks target travelers: Hackers linked to Russia are targeting hotel and conference Wi-Fi login systems and redirecting users to convincing fake update or security pages. Rich says public Wi-Fi is…

  13. How I got an Uber refund, should you lease an iPhone & the robot vacuum ban (Episode 185, August 1, 2026)

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    Rich talked about the pros and cons of Apple’s new iPhone leasing program. Rich ordered an Uber, and they charged him 66% more than the quote. All he did was ask them to review the root and fare calculation for…

  14. Samsung foldables, the AI that broke free & the payments scammers love (184, July 25, 2026)

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    Rich talked about Samsung’s new foldables finally being a place where they are really good and polished, of course, right before Apple introduces something very similar. Carmen in Hollywood wants a cheaper alternative…

  15. OnePlus exits the U.S., teen AI alerts & streaming settlement cash (183, July 18, 2026)

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    OnePlus is exiting the U.S. market. Richard from New Jersey is having issues getting audio from his Roku to his soundbar. Rich says it is most certainly the audio output settings. The iOS 27 public beta is here. Just…

  16. Meta’s AI image blunder, DuckDuckGo battles YouTube ads & simplifying an old iPhone (182, July 11, 2026)

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    • Meta pulls controversial AI likeness feature: Meta briefly allowed its Muse Image generator to create images based on any public Instagram user’s photos without requiring permission. After criticism over consent,…

  17. Location privacy wins, PlayStation ditches discs & AI gets personal (181, July 4, 2026)

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    The Supreme Court just handed down a major privacy ruling that affects the location data tech companies collect and store from your smartphone. Sony says they will stop making physical discs for games starting in…

  18. Google’s privacy changes, the $25,000 Slate EV truck & scanning your old photos (180, June 27, 2026)

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    Rich says prices on tech products are going up. Apple raised prices this week on pretty much every product except the iPhone, and so did Microsoft on the Xbox. Rich talked about the new Slate electric pickup truck…

  19. My favorite apps, Toy Story 5’s tech warning & Prime Day deals (179, June 20, 2026)

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    Rich talked about his favorite apps he’s using right now. Chris in Orange County is looking for the most reliable live broadcast connection for sports coverage. Should he use cellular bonding or Starlink? Check out…

  20. Has Apple finally fixed Siri, Meta gets more personal & the fight over AI data centers (178, June 13, 2026)

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    Be sure to subscribe to the Rich On Tech Newsletter! Rich talked about the biggest changes coming to iOS 27 and beyond, including Apple’s long-awaited Siri overhaul and other new features announced at WWDC 2026. Kim…

  21. Are we moving too fast with AI, Google’s anti-scam calls & iPhone accessibility tools (177, June 6, 2026)

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    Be sure to subscribe to the Rich On Tech Newsletter! Alex in Northridge wants to know: Can you mirror your phone to a TV while sending the audio to a Bluetooth speaker or headphones? Dawn received a text about an…

  22. Roku’s new home screen, Meta subscriptions & AI phishing scams (176, May 30, 2026)

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    Be sure to subscribe to the Rich On Tech Newsletter! Rich talked about the big changes to the Roku home screen. Rich mentioned to turn off Automatic Content Recognition: Settings > Privacy - Smart TV Experience > ACR…

  23. Google’s massive AI search overhaul, $845K spoofing scam & duplicate photo tools (175, May 23, 2026)

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    • Google’s biggest Search overhaul in 25 years: Google unveiled a major AI-powered redesign of Search and Gemini at Google I/O, turning the search box into a multimodal assistant that can understand text, photos,…

  24. Android 17's coolest new tricks, your texts just got way more private & is AI really your friend? (174, May 16, 2026)

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    Be sure to subscribe to the Rich On Tech Newsletter! Rich talked about some of the best new features coming to Android 17. Barbara asks about the app Rich mentioned for keeping track of TV shows. Rich recommends…

  25. The AI travel site I can’t stop using, scammers spoof police numbers & ChatGPT emergency contacts (173, May 9, 2026)

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    Rich On Tech Episode 173 - May 9, 2026 Be sure to subscribe to the Rich On Tech Newsletter! Google unveils the Fitbit Air screenless fitness tracker. Rich helps Drew in Laguna Beach fix Chrome pop-ups by identifying…

  26. Razr is back, promo code hacks that work & Windows security gets a boost (172, May 2, 2026)

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    Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Rich talked about motorola’s launch event in Hollywood for new…

  27. Best apps to organize bookmarks, iPhone accessibility tools & risks of grey market streaming boxes (Episode 171, April 25, 2026 - Best of)

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    • Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra first impressions: The new Ultra keeps a familiar look but improves comfort with a lighter aluminum build, faster charging, and better low-light camera performance. AI features are…

  28. Seniors outsmarting smartphones, a new way to organize your links & the truth about AI audio recorders (Episode 170, April 18, 2026)

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    Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Booking.com breach exposes traveler data. Watch out for phishing…

  29. Samsung Messages getting retired, new tool reveals what’s slowing your internet & Sonos makes a comeback (Episode 169, April 11, 2026)

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    Americans lost nearly $21 billion to cybercrime last year, a 26% increase from the year before. Investment scams, crypto scams, and phishing remain the most common ways criminals target victims. Samsung Messages is…

  30. Best ways to back up your digital life, ChatGPT comes to your car & Samsung adds blood pressure tracking (Episode 168, April 4, 2026)

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    Rich talked about the importance of backing up your phone, computer, photos and texts. Check out his guide here. Sophia in Westlake asks if an out-of-cloud storage email she received is legit. Helix CEO Alex Oberg on…

  31. Stop AI training on your data, Samsung gets AirDrop & live captions for your phone (Episode 167, March 28, 2026)

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    The FCC is moving to ban Wi-Fi routers made by foreign companies - here’s what it means for the gear in your home. Netflix is raising prices again - here’s what you’ll be paying and when the changes kick in. Samsung…

  32. iPhone’s hidden security update, CSUN assistive tech & scan your phone for spyware (166, March 21, 2026)

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    Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your…

  33. Google Maps gets big AI upgrade, Alexa gets a sassy adult voice & David Pogue on Apple’s first 50 years (Episode 165, March 14, 2026)

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    Meta is cracking down on scams with new AI detection systems in Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger. Google just gave Google Maps it’s biggest overhaul in a decade - with new AI powered ways to find places…

  34. Hands-on with Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo, the AI personality test everyone’s taking & Android helps airlines track lost luggage (164, March 7, 2026)

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    Rich talks about going to the Apple NYC event and how the $599 MacBook Neo is a gamechanger for basic laptops. Mike in Austin can’t get his printer to connect to his WiFi network. A new online personality test uses a…

  35. Galaxy S26 Ultra hands-on, VPNs explained & why algorithms are replacing shared culture (163, February 28, 2026)

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    Rich gave his early impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Watch Rich’s TV segment on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series. See camera samples from the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Susan in Northridge is trying to move photos,…

  36. Samsung Galaxy update to do, cutting your cable bill & why AI passwords are a bad idea (162, February 21, 2026)

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    Premium subscribers, listen to the ad-free version of the show here. Rich talked about Google Gemini and how it can now make music with AI. Rich also discussed the popularity of the tiny Kodak Charmera camera.…

  37. Google expands ID removal, cord-cutting tips & Bitcoin selloff analysis (161, February 14, 2026)

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    Ads are now appearing in ChatGPT. Google updated its free results about you tool to remove search results that contain ID numbers like your passport, driver’s license, or Social Security number. Want something more…

  38. Tech clues in the Guthrie case, wireless satisfaction rankings & AI dog scam (160, February 7, 2026)

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    • TVs returned after the Super Bowl: Returns management firm B‑Stock says TV returns jump more than 100% after the big game, a practice known as “wardrobing.” Vizio is the most-returned brand, highlighting how buyers…

  39. Amazon’s evolution, best big-screen TVs & better home internet (159, January 31, 2026)

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    Midge in Atlanta, Georgia is trying to add her Gmail address to iCloud, and it’s saying it’s already in use. Rich says to try recovering the Gmail Apple account here, then migrate the old account to the new one. Al in…

  40. Sony hands off TVs to TCL, TikTok stays & keeping Android safe from malware (158, January 24, 2026)

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    Rich talked about how it’s the end of an era for Sony TVs. They will soon be manufactured by TCL under the Bravia name. Rich talked about how TikTok has a new lease on life with a deal to stay in the U.S. Rich…

  41. Apple and Google upgrade their AI, DROP data removal site & Tesla CD player (157, January 17, 2026)

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    Rich discussed how Apple is integrating Google’s Gemini to make Siri smarter, while Google introduced its own enhanced Gemini AI featuring “Personal Intelligence.” Susan in San Jose is looking for a simple flip phone…

  42. CES 2026, ChatGPT Health & Gmail gets AI boost (156, January 10, 2026)

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    Rich talked about attending CES 2026 in Las Vegas and some of the trends he saw, including robots, AI, and wacky gadgets. Rich mentioned using the WiFi sharing feature on Android phones. If you got an email about an…

  43. Helping my dad untangle his tech, Galaxy A17 & removing people from photos (155, January 3, 2026)

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    Rich talked about helping his dad with his tech set up while home on Christmas vacation. Mike in Minneapolis asked about performing a factory reset on his Netgear router, but he couldn’t see the serial number because…

  44. AI-enhanced wizardry, iPhone storage fixes & esports insights - Best of (154, December 27, 2025)

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    • Wizard of Oz immersive experience at the Sphere: The Las Vegas Sphere premiered a reimagined 1939 Wizard of Oz film using AI to enhance resolution, expand backgrounds, and add crowds for its massive 16K wraparound…

  45. Favorite apps of 2025, spam calls explanined & removing duplicate photos (153, December 20, 2025)

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    Rich went through his list of favorite apps for 2025. Mark wants to know how to get audio from his TV speakers and Bluetooth headphones simultaneously. Patricia in Massachusetts is getting too many political texts.…

  46. Amazon Echo home theater setup, best iPhone cleaner & privacy first wireless carrier Phreeli (152, December 13, 2025)

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    Rich talked about how he set up an instant surround-sound home theater system using Amazon Echo speakers and shared a tip on how to turn off autoplay ads on Fire TV devcies. Brian in Atlanta is wondering why his old…

  47. Holiday shopping cheat sheet, Slate EV, Voice transcription apps (151, December 6, 2025)

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    Rich shared his holiday shopping cheat sheet, packed with money-saving tips! Bonnie in Charleston asks for a good transcription app. Rich mentioned Wispr Flow, Willow Voice, Super Whisper, Monologue, Aqua Voice,…

  48. Quantum breakthroughs, Apple talk with Brandon Butch & the best photo apps (150, Nov 29, 2025)

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    We’re off for the holiday weekend, so we’ve pulled together some of our favorite segments from past shows. Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving! • Microsoft unveils Majorana 1 quantum chip: Microsoft introduced a…

  49. 2025’s hottest tech gifts without overpaying, Android finally AirDrops iPhone, auto-clip every grocery coupon (149, Nov 22, 2025)

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    Pixel 10 phones can now share files with iPhones using AirDrop Roblox is now requiring facial ID checks so users can chat with people of similar ages. Ray in the San Fernando Valley wanted to know what makes a solid…

  50. Apple’s new Digital ID, OnePlus 15 review & Ring founder Jamie Siminoff (148, Nov 15, 2025)

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    • Tesla testing CarPlay support Bloomberg reports Tesla is experimenting with CarPlay in a windowed mode on its infotainment screen. If it ships, owners would finally get wireless CarPlay for Siri, maps, and music…

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