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Guests:
Hackers steal $6.3 billion in Binance crypto hack: Rich explains how hackers reportedly targeted the exchange’s digital wallets and why keeping cryptocurrency on an exchange carries risks.
Jeff in California loses $21,000 in SIM swap scam: Thieves intercepted his text verification codes to access his bank account, highlighting why authenticator apps are safer than SMS codes.
How to protect your phone number from hackers: AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile offer free settings to prevent SIM swaps and unauthorized number transfers.
Rideshare horror stories raise safety concerns: Rich shares unsettling rideshare experiences, including a driver asking a passenger about the last day of her life, another using someone else’s account and one relying on Tesla self-driving. Rich explains when to report a driver and what to do if you feel unsafe.
Apple unveils its first touchscreen MacBook Pro: Rich goes hands-on with Apple’s new 14-inch and 16-inch laptops, featuring OLED displays, touch controls and a Dynamic Island. Prices start at $2,900, with high-end configurations exceeding $14,000.
More rideshare horror stories and safety tips: Listeners share experiences with reckless drivers and misleading driver profiles. Rich recommends booking through official rideshare apps rather than paying drivers directly, which could leave passengers without proper insurance coverage.
Tracy in Los Angeles asks whether T-Mobile is better than Verizon: Rich says T-Mobile’s coverage has improved dramatically, but recommends testing its network before switching, especially if reliable navigation is essential.
T-Mobile’s Starlink satellite service offers backup coverage: Rich explains how satellite connectivity can provide limited data access, including Google Maps, when regular cellular service is unavailable.
How to use two cellular carriers on one phone: Rich suggests adding an inexpensive secondary eSIM to improve coverage without changing your primary number, using automatic cellular data switching on supported phones. iPhone / Pixel
Angel in San Bernardino County shares a wild rideshare story: His driver impersonated an undercover police officer and pulled someone over, only to be arrested by real police officers investigating him.
Angel asks how to improve weak cellular coverage: Rich recommends Wi-Fi calling at home and checking out weBoost for signal boosters that work with multiple carriers, though they can cost hundreds of dollars.
Why you should set up a guest Wi-Fi network: Rich recommends keeping visitors on a separate network to help protect your personal devices and smart home equipment.
Jamie Siminoff, founder of Ring, will discuss the new Ring Smart Lock, its hand-powered backup system, and why Amazon Sidewalk is becoming a bigger part of the smart home.
Ray Shefska, co-founder of CarEdge, explains how AI can help you research, negotiate and save money on your next car, plus the mistakes and privacy risks to watch out for.
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This show and one more to get to 200, Rich! I’ll be listening 👏🏼