Consumer Tech Update

Is that "fully loaded" Amazon Fire Stick deal too good to be true? The answer is YES. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's scamming season! Cybercrooks are using ghost websites to steal your cash. Get the hack on how to shop smart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They're this year's hottest gift, but before you buy an e-bike, you need to know the facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The tiny punctuation mark that is the biggest giveaway of AI writing, plus other ways to make your content sound more human. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ding dong ditch has taken a dangerous turn. Hear about the new social prank that puts you in deadly danger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Both Apple Wallet and Google Wallet now let you do it. It takes no time to set up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two new apps promise conversations with deceased relatives and Jesus himself. The reality is far more troubling than the tech hype suggests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to buy a cheap TV this Black Friday? Remember, you're paying less for a reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world is round. To a small subset of the internet, it's not. Here's my best advice for debating them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wonder if that 'perfect 10' is for real? Lots of daters lie. I'll show you how to use AI as your secret weapon to see who they really are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's most popular drone brand is getting banned just before Christmas. Here's why the U.S. government says the Chinese-made drones are a national security threat and what they fear is being sent back to China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don't need a fancy smartwatch to keep tabs on your heart rate. Check out how these apps can do the job without breaking the bank Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Offensive language dates back to ancient times. Gen Z is looking to keep it there. Here's my take in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuck out in the middle of nowhere without bars? You're in luck. Now you can text emergency services via satellite at no cost. Here's how to set it up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hyper-realistic fake videos of ICE raids are going viral to inflame political anger. They've hit 4 million views and Meta is silent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to shop like a holiday ninja? Here's your guide to being silent, swift, and saving big. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think your picky-eater requests are forgotten? Not so fast. Hear how restaurants are building a permanent profile on you with every reservation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The leaks you don't see are the ones that cost you. These low-cost tools give you a heads-up before the damage hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A totally fake group just beat real artists on the charts. Nashville did not have this on its bingo card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A massive wave of flight cuts is hitting travelers this week. If you're flying soon, don't panic. Do this instead to keep your trip on track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling rushed at the doctor's office? New studies show why patients think AI has a better bedside manner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can you truly honor those who served? I have one powerful way you can turn your gratitude into a permanent, national treasure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we honor America's veterans, another global battle is taking shape over artificial intelligence. The question isn't who builds it first but whose values it will follow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Attention car owners: Thieves have a new high-tech way to steal your ride, no lockpick required. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thinking of letting your kids, especially young teens, use ChatGPT? Hold on. There's a major issue you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a social media video makes you go "Wow," pause. That shock factor is a big clue it could be an AI fake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world's most famous student lawyer learned the hard way that you can't trust AI for everything. Get the scoop in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you change your security cam's default password? If you're like most, maybe not. Here's why you should and other great tips you need to know about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Skip the swiping. The new move is checking someone's Facebook history before you even say hi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to know who's watching your driveway? I'll walk you through the easy ways to map nearby cameras. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI voice cloning is fooling parents, grandparents, everyone. I'll tell you how to make sure you never fall for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This goes way beyond stealing pens or notepads at work. There's a new way to cheat the system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ultimate sci-fi fantasy? A bot that can do the dishes or fold your pants. Hear why, by 2026, that dream is finally within reach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know how it goes, the second you actually need to make a call with your phone, the signal tanks. Don't panic. I've got fast fixes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Supposedly, it's done giving legal and medical advice. I tested it anyway. Spoiler: no surprises here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That busted VCR and box of old clothes? They're worth more than you think. I'll show you exactly where to sell what for top dollar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That glance at your screen isn't as subtle as you think. Find out why top CEOs are calling the habit disrespectful and implementing new rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it's a silly bedtime story, a tale about your pet's wild adventures, this is a project that turns into a keepsake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ransomware is dead, blackmail is next. Hackers have changed the rules of the game. Here's what you need to stay on top of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who doesn't love the crisp fall air? Check real-time foliage maps to find the best autumn colors and scenic road trips near you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Those shiny 8K TVs look tempting, but do they really beat 4K? Here's what to know before you spend big this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No, don't throw the remote hoping that will magically work. There are a few ways to get your television up to speed, literally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wikipedia lets anyone write what they want. Elon Musk's Grokipedia lets AI write instead. He says it'll fix bias and misinformation. Here's my take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to get spooky with some tech. I have some expert tips for an instant haunted house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beware if this trick-or-treat. What started as a viral joke has turned into real fear, real arrests, and real danger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From hidden photo searches to one-tap contact saves, these quick hacks will make you look like a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over 100 million people use it every day. Now research warns it's quietly fueling a mental health crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not long ago, faking someone's voice took real effort. Time's changed. Hear about a new system that allows anyone to mimic your voice in an instant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Four years and billions of dollars later, it seems the Microsoft co-founder changed his mind on climate change. Why? Get the lowdown in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're flying for Thanksgiving or Christmas, don't wait. I have the insider tricks airlines don't tell you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gas pumps? Gone. Groceries? Maybe. Here's what still works when the web doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices