Rich On Tech Episode 99 - November 23, 2024
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Rich shares his holiday gift picks.
Other places to look for gift inspiration: Google Holiday 100 and Amazon 100.
The Department of Justice wants Google to sell Chrome.
Dave wants software that can “save” a URL. Rich suggested Archive.today and Obsidian Web Clipper plus Raindrop.io
🛍️ BestReviews' Digital Content Director Jacob Palmer shares gift recommendations.
Mentioned: Climbing Gecko, Beats Studio Pro Over-Ear Headphones, OCOOPA Rechargeable Hand Warmers, Fitbit Versa 4, Loftie Alarm Clock, Anker Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker, Theragun Sense.
Dave wants to know the software for voice-to-text emails on his computer. Rich mentioned Wispr Flow and Windows built-in dictation.
Jerry in Irvine is wondering how to get rid of his old Gmail accounts and linked devices. Rich mentioned google.com/devices and Delete Google Account help page.
Jerry also wanted to know a good free email program. Rich mentioned Proton Mail.
Beware of SVG attachments! Hackers are using them to hide malware.
Jon wants to know to regain access to his Facebook account. Mentioned Meta Verified.
Jeff in Clearwater needs to tweak his Google Voice so his T-Mobile voicemail doesn’t pickup. Rich suggests changing the number of rings before T-Mobile voicemail picks up to be more than Google Voice.
Amazon Music Unlimited now lets you listen to one Audible book a month. 3 Months Free
Uber has a new XXL option for extra seating and luggage space.
🛍️ Wirecutter's Senior Deals Editor Nathan Burrow shares strategies for finding the best Black Friday deals and holiday gift recommendations. Mentioned: Keepa and CamelCamelCamel
Ed in Las Vegas wants to have his emails read to him on a Mac. Rich suggested Spoken Content and VoiceOver tools and Outlook’s Read Aloud feature.
Rich went over the best apps for saving your recipe collection.
iCloud backups are ending for iOS 8 on December 18, 2024.
Rich mentioned Google’s Reading Mode app for Android.
Bluesky users are using an app called BlueArk to bring over their old Tweets.
Roblox is rolling out major parental control updates.
Instagram is testing a Recommendations Reset option.
Amazon Unveils the Echo Show 21 large screen smart display.
🤖 BakeSpace creator Babette Pepaj discusses how artificial intelligence is transforming home baking and recipe development.
Lake Tahoe will get the first flying electric ferry in the U.S.