Sitemap - 2025 - Rich on Tech

The tech that defined 2025

Rich On Tech Episode 155 - January 3, 2026

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

Rich On Tech Episode 154 - December 27, 2025

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

The apps I relied on in 2025

E-ink moves beyond the Kindle with fresh new gadgets

Rich On Tech Episode 153 - December 20, 2025

This week's reader questions... (and answers)

Google and Apple's Apps of the year help you focus and have fun

Top 10 Tech Gifts of 2025 People Actually Want

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

I learned a tech lesson the hard way

Rich On Tech Episode 152 - December 13, 2025

The tools I use to find real holiday deals

How to see your personalized Instagram Reels algorithm

Fresh Tech Questions From Readers, Solved

New ways tech is connecting kids of all ages with Santa

OnePlus 15 review: Powerhouse performance but...

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

How I pick the perfect book every time

Rich On Tech Episode 151 - December 6, 2025

This EV is so affordable, there's no center console screen

How Ring went from a garage idea to home security giant

The hidden location data in your photos and the quick way to turn it off

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

Rich On Tech Episode 150 - November 29, 2025

My Ultimate Holiday Shopping Cheat Sheet

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

How Amazon Auto Buy already scored me a deal

How to use AI to find the best holiday deals

Rich On Tech Episode 149 - November 22, 2025

Dear Rich: (even more) Tech questions from readers like you

I Tested New iPhone Cases. These Three Won.

Meta's new Ray-Ban Display glasses are a glimpse of the future

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

Rain, hikes and tech insights

Rich On Tech Episode 148 - November 15, 2025

How a phone call is helping seniors use AI

Dear Rich: (More) tech questions from readers like you

Gadgets to protect your stuff, space and pet

How the three new 2025 Apple Watches compare

Meta DM rumors, new pet tracker & AI videos flood social media (147, Nov 8, 2025)

Is Meta really reading your DMs?

Rich On Tech Episode 147 - November 8, 2025

Dear Rich: Tech questions from followers like you

LA Auto Show 2025 Preview

The YouTuber who opened a coffee shop

$20K humanoid robot, Santa phone & moving your computer data (146, Nov 1, 2025)

Breaking up with my credit card

Tech tricks to make your Halloween spooky fun

Rich On Tech Episode 146 - November 1, 2025

How to digitize & protect your old photos before it’s too late

GM unveils eyes-off driving & AI-powered future

GM’s eyes-off driving, digitizing old tapes & remote-controlled rentals (145, Oct 25, 2025)

GM’s bold vision for self-driving cars

Rich On Tech Episode 145 - October 25, 2025

Google Pixel 10 review from Tokyo

Kobo is a Kindle alternative with more ways to get books, including free ones

Nissan Leaf gets bold redesign and more range for 2026

Japan tech, social media safety & travel pillow pick (144, Oct 18, 2025)

The tech gear I packed for Japan

The coolest tech from Japan’s big show

Inside Japan's biggest tech show

Rich On Tech Episode 144 - October 18, 2025

Top Prime Day gadgets, Windows recall privacy & scam exposing duo (143, Oct 11, 2025)

Here’s what you wanted most on Prime Day

Rich On Tech Episode 143 - October 11, 2025

Smart home tech moves outdoors with weatherproof TVs & connected awnings

Entrepreneur makes big bet on robots being everywhere soon

Here's the stuff I'd buy on Prime Day

Best shopping tips for Amazon Prime Day October 7 & 8, 2025

Content creator Stephen Robles explains how Apple’s Shortcuts app can automate daily tasks, protect your iPhone, and even power creative workflows.

Amazon smart home devices, deepfake app Sora & Prime Day tips (142, October 4, 2025)

The smart way to shop Prime Day

Rich On Tech Episode 142 - October 4, 2025

Inside UCLA's state-of-the-art esports & gaming lounge

How to extend Windows 10 security updates for free

Photo expert Krista Kowalczyk explains how to preserve your photos with tips on scanning, backups & new AI tools

Inside the hidden facilities that keep your phone connected

Windows 10 end of life, photo off an old phone & Alexa+ (141, September 27, 2025)

How to extend Windows 10 in just a few clicks

Here’s why Apple is investing in a California redwoods forest

Rich On Tech Episode 141 - September 27, 2025

App rewards kids for showing up and learning

iPhone 17 review, iOS 26 best features & Anker power bank recall (140, September 20, 2025)

iOS 26 is here and these are the best new features to try first

Why the new iPhones are worth a look this year

iPhone 17, iPhone Air & iPhone 17 Pro now in stores – should you upgrade?

Rich On Tech Episode 140 - September 20, 2025

New hair test could speed up autism diagnoses

Visiting CEDIA 2025 to see the latest in smart home tech

iPhone 17 first impressions, passkeys & easy travel insurance app (139, September 13, 2025)

What you need to know about the iPhone 17 lineup

Reactions to Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup and new iPhone Air

Rich On Tech Episode 139 - September 13, 2025

Hands on with Apple’s new iPhones

Amazfit Helio Strap offers distraction-free health tracking

CEDIA 2025 smart home tech, Windows 11 upgrade check & Gemini photo tricks (138, September 6, 2025)

Google can now restore your old photos for free

Phia app helps you find the best prices on fashion and secondhand goods

Rich On Tech Episode 138 - September 6, 2025

Wizard of Oz at the Sphere review – is it worth the $100 ticket?

Wizard of Oz at the Sphere, best iPhone cleaner app & top projectors (137, August 30, 2025)

The free app that cleans up your iPhone storage in minutes

My take on the Wizard of Oz at the Sphere

AI courses are booming - here’s where to start learning

Rich On Tech Episode 137 - August 30, 2025

Inside Chuck E. Cheese’s new arcade

Real ID, AOL dial-up, Samsung foldables and new gadgets

Google Pixel 10 lets you edit photos just by asking for the changes you want

Pixel 10 first look, car tracking devices & a landline for kids (136, Aug 23, 2025)

What you need to know about Google Pixel 10

Rich On Tech Episode 136 - August 23, 2025

Inside Google’s late-night TV style Pixel 10 launch

How to get money back when your flight price drops

Grammarly’s New AI, Gift Card Savings, and a Retro Video App

Hidden deals inside the apps you already use

Where to learn online, photo privacy tips & erasing old PCs (134, Aug 16, 2025)

Passkeys explained — the next step beyond passwords

Passkeys explained

Rich On Tech Episode 134 - August 16, 2025

CrunchLabs subscription box makes STEM fun for kids

Is your antivirus slowing down your PC?

Gadgets that sound great, protect your phone, and fix CarPlay issues

US Mobile CEO Ahmed Khattak on building a multi-network carrier and the future of connectivity

Adam Doud, tech reviewer, shares his top robotic lawn mowers and foldable phone picks

Instagram map privacy, ChatGPT 5 & the gift card trick you should know (133, Aug 9, 2025)

Why Instagram’s new maps feature has people worried

Rich On Tech Episode 133 - August 9, 2025

Samsung’s Fold 7 & Flip 7 finally feel ready for the mainstream

NFL Sunday Ticket deals: How to score the best price for 2025

A first look inside Tesla’s retro-futuristic diner in Hollywood

Ted Mann, founder of CollX, on how tech has changed card collecting

Gee Lefevre, Presto, on how AI is changing the fast food drive-thru

Scott Budman of NBC Bay Area on how Silicon Valley has gone from dot-com bust to AI boom

You can download iOS 26 Liquid Glass right now, but you probably shouldn't

Bitchat explained, sports card tech & a must-have security app (132, Aug 2, 2025)

This chat app doesn’t need Wi-Fi or cell service

Rich On Tech Episode 132 - August 2, 2025

How three super useful apps got their start

AI is now taking orders at fast food drive-thrus

This new app lets you chat with no internet — and it’s from Twitter’s co-founder

Josh Gorin of Disney Imagineering on how technology brings stories to life

Sabrina Ortiz of ZDNet on the strengths of ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot & Claude

Tom Merritt on foldable phones, favorite apps & XREAL glasses

Feedbag extravaganza, AI tips & Disney Imagineering magic (131, July 26, 2025)

Rich On Tech Episode 131 - July 26, 2025

AI notebook hack, proving you’re human online & one phone for work and personal (130, July 19, 2025)

How to build an AI notebook that remembers everything

Was Ring hacked on May 28th?

Rich On Tech Episode 130 - July 19, 2025

How Goodwill is using AI to list items faster—and hire more people

Behind the scenes at Walt Disney Imagineering

How to transfer photos from iPhone or Samsung to a flash drive

Samsung's New Foldables: Are the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 Finally Mainstream-Ready?

Samsung foldables hands-on, cleaning up privacy permissions & Gemini AI notebook hack (129, July 12, 2025)

Samsung finally nails the foldable

Rich On Tech Episode 129 - July 12, 2025

Hands on with Samsung's latest foldable phones, which are their best yet

Nothing Phone 3 rethinks the smartphone with dot matrix display and a unique design

My best Prime Day shopping tips for 2025

Nothing Phone 3, lock your number & Chuck E. Cheese grows up (128, July 6, 2025)

Rich On Tech Episode 128 - July 5, 2025

Nothing to see here… except a bold new phone

AT&T adds SIM swap protection - here’s how to lock down your number on all major carriers

Check your Anker portable battery to see if it's recalled

I took CarPlay Ultra for a spin in a $250,000 Aston Martin

Inside the 911 conference where tech is helping save more lives

Life-saving smartphone tips, Windows 10 extension & privacy-first phone made in USA (127, June 28, 2025)

A life-saving tool you should set up now

Rich On Tech Episode 127 - June 28, 2025

Nintendo superfan helps review the Switch 2

Smartphone tips for international travel

I tested a headband that trains your brain to focus better and stress less

Massive password breach, Amazon Prime Day tips & digital detox for kids (125, June 21, 2025)

What to know about the biggest password breach yet

Rich On Tech Episode 126 - June 21, 2025

My go-to gadgets & gear

New tech trade show launches in Mexico City

iOS 26 features, smarter spam call blocking & cool new camera app (125, June 14, 2025)

What I saw inside Apple’s campus and the new iPhone features that matter

Hands-on look at Apple’s new iPhone, Mac, iPad and Watch features

Samsung users can get Perplexity Pro AI free for a year

The biggest changes Apple just announced at WWDC

Rich On Tech Episode 125 - June 14, 2025

FDA-approved wearable fights bone loss without drugs

Hands-on Nintendo Switch 2, light bulb security cam & passkey basics (124, June 7, 2025)

A $50 security cam that installs like a lightbulb

Rich On Tech Episode 124 - June 7, 2025

Cool audio gadgets that sound as good as they look

Turn any light fixture into a smart security cam with Wyze’s new Bulb Cam

The best apps to track and discover streaming movies

Tired of typing on your phone? This new app might be the answer

AI catches thieves before they walk out the door

Protect yourself after data breach, free PC cleaners & Apple’s China challenge (123 , May 31, 2025)

A nostalgic newsletter filled with vinyl, cassettes & classic Weather Channel

Rich On Tech Episode 123 - May 31, 2025

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Review: Slim and sleek, but not for everyone

Best apps and websites to save money, find deals & score free stuff

Trying on AI wearables at Google I/O 2025

AI shakes up entry-level jobs, NotebookLM goes mobile and the perfect power cord

Gemini Gets Smarter, Drones Drop Pies, and AI Fakes Fool a Newspaper (122, May 24, 2025)

Did Google just invent a better way to search?

Rich On Tech Episode 122 - May 24, 2025

Google brings AI search upgrades to iPhone with Gemini Live and new AI mode

Pies in the Sky: Wing Drone Delivery Takes Flight at Google I/O

5 must-know websites that make tech life easier

Hoodie headphones are back — now with Bluetooth

Samsung S25 Edge, Amazon cashback tip & iPhone 16e letdown (121, May 17, 2025)

How to get $1 back on every Amazon order

Rich On Tech Episode 121 - May 17, 2025

Airbnb now lets you offer your skills, not just your home

Media Appearances

New app lets you scan your food to tell if it’s good or bad for you

Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

Microsoft says AI can help fix burnout at work

Siri Settlement, Social Media Reality Check & AI in the Workplace (120, May 10, 2025)

My go-to tricks for cutting down on spam

Rich On Tech Episode 120 - May 9, 2025

Google Pixel 9a offers excellent AI and camera features for just $499

Trying the Dryft Board: Half bike, half skateboard, all fun

Contact Rich

App Store shakeup, iPhone ghost calls & adding a flip phone to your setup (119, May 3, 2025)

Apple’s App Store walls just came crumbling down

Rich On Tech Episode 119 - May 3, 2025

Job site Bandana helps hourly workers find real jobs close to home

Google's cool tool that turns your notes into a podcast

Roku rolls out smaller streaming sticks, new smart cameras & more

Roku upgrades, phone hack fears & how to recover lost texts (118, April 26, 2025)

Apple Watch turns 10 — and you probably forgot this strange feature

Rich On Tech Episode 118- April 26, 2025

Inside the sky-high world of plane spotting

Here's what Nintendo fans think of the new Switch 2

Whatnot is the home shopping network for the next generation

Meta & Google antitrust, Apple recycling tips & AI-powered scams

Recycle your old gadgets (and get a discount)

Rich On Tech Episode 117 - April 19, 2025

Get an Apple gift card or discount by recycling your old tech

The best apps & bookmarks I use daily

Top Tech Tips from This Week’s Radio Show

This $80 smartwatch has all the features you need

Travel Tips, Online Privacy & Nintendo Switch 2 Preview

Your personal info is online - here’s how to delete it

How to remove your personal information from the internet

Rich On Tech Episode 116 - April 5, 2025

Traveling internationally? Here’s how to avoid roaming fees

Startup offers refurbished e-bikes at a discount—or sell yours for cash

Don't Get Phished, Flight Booking Hacks & Phone Roaming Advice

Scammers are getting smarter. Are you ready?

Rich On Tech Episode 115 - March 29, 2025

Scan, grade & value trading cards with PSA’s new app

Nothing 3a series: A bright idea for budget phones

How to "Spring Clean" your PC and speed it up

Gadget nostalgia, the Computer Exorcist & AI predicts your lifespan

Google’s Pixel 9a takes on iPhone 16e

Rich On Tech Episode 114 - March 22, 2025

Gadgets that solve small problems in smart ways

The Best New Tools for Voice Transcription & Dictation

Robot-Run Convenience Store Open 24/7 in LA

Best Ways to Transcribe Audio, Spring Cleaning Your PC & AT&T’s New "Landline"

The Future of Voice-to-Text Is Here

Rich On Tech Episode 113 - March 15, 2025

Accessible Tech Takes Center Stage at CSUN's 40th Conference

AT&T wants to sell you a "landline" again

Mentioned on 710 WOR Thursday, March 13, 2025

How Tech Is Eliminating Long Lines at Intuit Dome

Bluetooth Security Flaw Discovered, DuckDuckGo Expands AI Features & Nintendo Offers Free Trial

Google Opens First SoCal Retail Store in Santa Monica

Stop Scam Calls Instantly, Must-Try Tax App & The Truth About Medical Misinformation

A Simple Trick to Stop Scammers

New Surgical Robot Gives Doctors Superhuman Precision

Rich On Tech Episode 112 - March 8, 2025

Sony and Honda’s AFEELA EV Blends High-Tech Driving and Entertainment

Google makes it easier to remove your personal info

Alexa+ Aims to Simplify Your Smart Home Experience

Alexa+ Unveiled, Erasing Your Info from Google & Smarter Spam Tips

Alexa+ Unveiled: Amazon’s Assistant Gets a Major Upgrade

Rich On Tech Episode 111 - March 1, 2025

iPhone 16e keeps it simple, affordable

How Tech Companies Make You Look!

Digital safety tips for parents

iPhone 16e Features, Photo Hacks & Must-Try Android Apps

Apple’s iPhone 16e: What You Need to Know

Rich On Tech Episode 110 - February 22, 2025

The Secret to Better Smartphone Photos

Best Phone Cases for Protection, Grip & Style

Hyundai’s Free Tesla Adapter, Planning Your Digital Legacy & NBA’s AI-Powered Training Bots

Satellite Phone Connectivity, Apple’s Account Migration & Digital Estate Planning

Speed Up Your PC for Free With This Hidden Microsoft Tool

Rich On Tech Episode 109 - February 15, 2025

The Points Guy Shares His Best Travel Tips

AI-Powered Death Clock Predicts Your Final Date

Smart Ways to Keep Your Phone Charged Anywhere

DeepSeek, Pebble Flow RV & Samsung S25 Series

CES 2025 Gadgets Make Life Easier with Smart Charging, Secure Packages, and Futuristic Gardening

Amazon’s AI Alexa, Apple Invites & Microsoft’s Free App to Speed Up Your PC

Big news: My radio show expands to NYC!

Rich On Tech Episode 108 - February 8, 2025

Samsung S25 Ultra: One of Samsung’s Best Yet

Rich On Tech Expands to New York City – Now on 710 WOR!

Wildfire Defense Tech: Hiding Homes & Fighting Flames Autonomously

Rosebud makes journaling easier and more personal than ever

DeepSeek AI, Streaming the Big Game & Cell Plan Savings

Packed with must-bookmark links!

OnePlus 13 Review: Nearly Perfect, Except for One Thing

Rich On Tech Episode 107 - February 1, 2025

I Tested the Pebble Flow: The RV You Can Drive Around with an iPad

CES 2025 - Rich On Tech Weekly

Hands-On Samsung S25, Deleting Old Accounts & Accessibility Tech

Rich On Tech Episode 106 - January 25, 2025

Will.i.am Calls CES a "Tech Disneyland" – Here’s Why

Rich on Tech on The Woody Show

Samsung Galaxy S25: Hands-On First Impressions

First Pictures from the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S25 Lineup

The smart system that shields homes from wildfires using sprinklers

How to replace important documents lost in the LA wildfires

Emergency Tech, Best TVs for the Big Game & Real-Life Jurassic Park

Best tech to have on hand for emergencies

Essential Tech Gear to Keep You Connected When Disaster Strikes

Rich On Tech Episode 105 - January 18, 2025

How wireless companies keep signals alive in wildfires

Pro Tip: Get a Portable Power Bank Now

Free Resources for SoCal Wildfire Victims: Data Recovery, Insurance Help & More

Helpful Apps for Staying Safe During Wildfire Season

LA Wildfires, CES 2025 Highlights & Top Landline Alternatives

Wildfire Safety Tech You Need to See from CES 2025

Covering CES while LA deals with wildfires

Rich On Tech Episode 104 - January 11, 2025

Rich's Big List of Los Angeles Wildfire Resources

Outdoor Tech at CES 2025

Fun Tech at CES 2025

Kick Off the New Year with These Simple Cybersecurity Resolutions

Siri Settlement, $60 Fitness Tracker & WiFi Password Worries

How Stop Your Smart Devices From Eavesdropping

Apple's 'eavesdropping' lawsuit, explained

What's new for Apple Fitness+ in 2025

Rich On Tech Episode 103 - January 4, 2025