About this episode
Rich shared how a cybersecurity expert got tricked by a phishing scam. A reminder that we’re often the last line of defense. Susan in Santa Monica is helping a friend buy a laptop and wants to know what matters most. Facebook is bringing back a feed that only shows posts from your friends. The new tab puts the focus back on real connections. Emma in San Bernardino needs last-minute airfare. Rich recommends checking points sites like PointsYeah and point.me, then using Google Flights with flexible airports and one-way searches. ChatGPT just upgraded its AI image tool and people are having fun with it. It now edits images in any style and finally gets text right. Deb in Agoura Hills is looking for the best phone options for her 12-year-old granddaughter and the optimal way to purchase it. Richard in Bell asks if charging to 100% is bad for your phone. Rich says to check battery protection settings on iPhone and Android—they help manage charging automatically. Spectrum TV Select customers now receive Peacock Premium at no extra cost, adding to their entertainment options. Ace in Pearblossom wants faster access to Gmail now that Basic HTML is gone. Leslie in Coto de Caza is prepping her phone for a Europe trip. Rich recommends checking roaming options, trying eSIMs, and turning on Wi-Fi calling before departure. Dave from Joshua Tree asks if Google Drive is safe for personal info. Rich says it is—just review permissions for third-party apps linked to your account. Collin Walke, a cybersecurity and data privacy expert, joins us to explain what 23andMe’s bankruptcy means for your genetic data—and what you can do to protect your privacy. Instructions to delete your genetic data. Nintendo is introducing
