Marsha Collier & Marc Cohen Techradio by Computer and Technology Radio / wsRadio

Prime Day in October? Yep, it’s back. This week we talk about what that means for shoppers, why Microsoft’s Copilot isn’t really optional, and how public utilities could affect the cost of owning an EV. We’ll also dig into the good and bad of iOS 26, take a peek at Meta’s Hypernova AI glasses, and revisit some of the most memorable tech presentation fails. Plus: Audible’s new “Ask AI” experiment and the latest top picks in streaming.

Dive into the tech deep end with us! We unpack Apple’s newest reveals, debate MagSafe vs. wired charging, investigate the rise of spam calls, and show you how to test your internet speed. Plus, Marsha's hands-on review of the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 and the week’s hottest streaming picks. Tune in for your tech fix!

This week, we unpack Google’s latest Pixel 10 announcements and a new “delete” feature in Google Messages. We’ll also explore how AI is falling short in the job market, solve the mystery of Verizon’s home phone service, and check out improvements coming to TSA Pre-Check. And of course, we’ll wrap up with the top picks in streaming.

This week: Apple steps up U.S. production for its devices, Instagram rolls out an interactive new map feature, and hackers show how even “unbreakable” safes can be cracked. We also put Elon Musk’s Grok AI to the test for medical advice (should you trust it?), look at how privacy concerns collide with AI advancements, and check in on the Cybertruck’s surprising new role with the military. Plus, the top 10 in streaming you won’t want to miss.

This week: Skechers steps up with AirTag-compatible sneakers, and we explore which jobs may actually be safe from AI. Microsoft confuses users with Windows 11 upgrade prompts on unsupported PCs, and a first look at the Nintendo Switch 2 is in. Plus: Uber Eats lets AI update food pics, AI’s growing implications, and what’s trending in streaming.

This week: Amazon’s AI-powered wristband could change how we interact with tech — but will anyone actually wear it? Uber introduces a new safety twist with driver-passenger pairing, and the Wayback Machine begins archiving U.S. government documents. Plus: renew your passport online (finally), Vizio’s surprise shift, smart ways to recycle your old tech, a Happy Gilmore game you can actually play, and what’s topping the streaming charts.

Is AI quietly taking over your everyday life? From Microsoft’s move to a passwordless future to Delta Airlines using AI to set ticket prices, we break down what’s real and what to watch for. Plus: how to spot AI-generated video, the latest on Starlink's satellite speeds, retro gaming devices making a comeback, and what’s topping the streaming charts this week.

What did people really buy on Prime Day? This week, we look at standout purchases, Gmail’s new tool to manage subscriptions, and whether Samsung’s trifold phone is a true innovation or just a flashy gimmick. Plus: WeMo abandons users, AI search engines — are they really for you?, USPS tackles brushing scams, and why Passkeys still confuse even savvy users. Superman fans — there’s something in here for you, too.

What’s really in the air after fireworks? This week, we dig into unexpected pollution, a surprising iOS 26 feature that freezes nudity on FaceTime, and how to keep using Windows 10 for free. Plus: Snapseed returns, satellite internet services go head-to-head, and how Superman fans can catch the movie before the premiere.

A massive 16 billion-record breach, iPhones locking up after theft, and what ChatGPT is really learning from Reddit and Wikipedia. We also unpack Starlink’s new “demand” fee, the return of useful free software, and the AI app turning your wardrobe into something out of ‘Clueless.’ Unlock hidden content with Netflix secret codes: Streaming

Amazon Cloud cam security issues; Meta AI may make your chats public; Apple's WWDC 2025 and Siri delays; AI's electricity consumption; Google Gemini will summarize PDFs; Review: Peelware multi-layered disposable kitchen products; Streaming

T-Mobile class action checks going out; Instagram testing a teleprompter; Is Apple behind in AI?; Job scam texts - how do they work?; Sam Altman on using ChatGPT; EV vs Gas, what's a better deal?; Nintendo Switch 2; Streaming

Are Android Auto and Apple CarPlay disappearing? Data; AI annotated book services - what we think; AI and mental health; The 3 word rule for ChatGPT prompts; Schools now fighting against use of AI; What's new at Taipei's Computex; Travel smart with TSA PreCheck Touchless ID; Streaming

Netflix discontinues support; Apple take a step back on Apple Watch and Smart Glasses; New SynthID verifies AI content; Notepad upgrade; Reducing browser battery drain; Topps Pope Leo XIV trading card; Tom Cruise best stunts #TomCruise4Oscar; Streaming

New directions for Airbnb; Spotify drug ads; TikTok Challenge: Set Chromebooks on fire; Automakers ditching Screens for old school buttons; Apple and Samsung both make design move; The flying car is here; New book from Niall Harbison benefits the rescue work at happydoggo.com; Streaming

Google sunsetting support for older Nest Thermostats; 250,000 paid Waymo rides per week; Tech and the conclave; Do you say "Thank YOU" to AI?; Netflix sharing; Have you used an Amazon locker?; Tops in streaming

Amazon delays Project Kuiper launch, experiences with satellite TV; Tariffs in tech news? Apple tries to beat them; T-Mobile raises rates without notice; Microsoft and Google offer free AI trainings and certifications; Google Maps and Flights travel tips; Cheap laptops; Tops in streaming

This week we cover the Switch, tech and tariffs; Space Force awards $2.4 billion to Bezo's Blue Origin; Broken promises of AI; How to remove the Meta AI button on WhatsApp; 50 years of Microsoft- their early technologies; Tops in streaming- 5 ⭐ to Flow the movie and the series The Pitt.

What about Signal messaging? The Government and Technology Disconnect; Email Masking for Privacy; How to download and delete your 23andme data NOW; The shift from passwords to passkeys; HP wins ink Cartridge class action suit; Cleaning your electronic devices; Protect your identity with IRS PINs; Top in streaming

Blast off as we celebrate NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 launch from Kennedy Space Center, sending astronauts to the ISS. We also unpack Amazon Haul’s rocky discount site rollout, the FTC’s 2024 top scams costing $12.5 billion, quick ways to remove your data from search results, the best cheap phones, and the streaming services ruling this weeks' screens.