Seniors outsmarting smartphones, a new way to organize your links & the truth about AI audio recorders (Episode 170, April 18, 2026)
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 emails related to travel. The FBI figured out a way to access signal messages on an iPhone. If you want to keep your messages super secure, turn off message preview notifications. Google now has new apps for both Windows and Mac computers. Keith in Kansas is wondering if he should invest in a dedicated AI audio recorder like Plaud or Pocket. Rich mentioned he’s a fan of Whisper Memos , which works seamlessly with both the Apple Watch and iPhone. Peter in Massachusetts just got a new Samsung A16, but if his Mint Mobile service isn’t working, he likely needs to manually update his Access Point Name (APN) settings to get his data and messaging up and running. A website called send/links helps you save, organize, and find your links in one place, with the added convenience of being able to send them via Telegram. Steve in Murietta wants to reduce his digital footprint and stop spam calls, so Rich recommends using Google’s " Results about you " tool to remove personal info from search results and check out this Consumer Reports article . Don in New Hampshire wants sleep apnea detection. There is a sleep apnea feature on both the Apple Watches and the Galaxy Watches . You can finally turn off YouTube Shorts , sort of. A 73-year-old Anne Goldberg, author of Take This Phone and Shove It! , shares simple, real-world tips to help seniors outsmart scams, avoid AI-driven tricks, and feel confident using their smartphones. Ed in Pennsylvania is wondering if he should try to connect his 25-year-old computer to the internet Paul in Orange, California, who is visually impaired, is looking for mobile options beyond the iPhone. Rich suggested exploring Agentic AI features on Android, Gemini Live as well as dedicated hardware like the BlindShell Classic and Kapsys SmartVision phones, which offer tactile keypads and specialized interfaces. Rich mentioned in his newsletter how much he loves the Orb app, which provides a live internet quality score on your computer’s desktop at all times. Kim in Santa Cruz is looking to switch from Verizon to Pure Talk, and Rich notes that he will need his account number, phone number, and a port-out PIN to complete the transfer. Eric in Mexico is looking for a way to connect a portable SiriusXM radio to a car with only Bluetooth and USB, and Rich suggests using an AirFly transmitter to bridge the gap. Mint Mobile has a new home internet and wireless bundle for $45 a month. You do have to prepay for the whole year, $540. Netgear is the first router company to get FCC conditional approval under their new rules. Residential technology designer Carley Knobloch will share practical tips for choosing and using smart home tech that actually makes everyday life easier. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question here . How to Listen: 🎙️ Live on KFI AM 640 - Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM - 2 PM PT 🎙️ Rebroadcast on 710 WOR - New York City, Sundays from 8 PM - 11 PM ET 📻 Syndicated on affiliates nationwide Subscribe to the podcast . Premium subscribers can listen ad-free here . Follow Rich on Instagram . Subscribe to my free newsletter . Rich on Tech Weekly airs on KTLA+. You can download the app on Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung smart TVs. Links may be affiliate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.