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This week on TechRadio we highlight some truly meaningful tech stories — including Meta donating free Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to low-vision and blind veterans to help them live more independently. Also: FIFA's secret AI Command Center running the 2026 World Cup The hidden costs of letting AI make decisions for us Android 17 getting Apple AirDrop support Microsoft ending support for Office 2021 The fun retro Commodore Callback 8020 flip phone Prime Day deals + smart tips Our latest tops in streaming recommendations Clear explanations, practical tips, and real-world insight — tune in for your friendly weekly tech update!

This week on TechRadio we break down the dramatic Blue Origin rocket explosion during a New Glenn test at Cape Canaveral and what it means for the space race. Also: Easy guide: How to send your Gmail to ProtonMail automatically Will you have to pay to use Facebook? Meta's new subscription plans explained The brand-new Oura Ring 5 is smaller, smarter, and what it offers Affordable $300 Windows PCs coming soon New operating system age check laws coming and what they mean for privacy Our latest tops in streaming recommendations Practical tips and clear explanations, this episode is perfect if you care about privacy, fitness tech, budget gadgets, or staying safe online. Tune in for your friendly weekly tech update!

This week on TechRadio we're breaking down the fascinating world of prediction markets and other timely tech stories.We cover: Kalshi and Polymarket — how they work and why everyone's talking about them The brand-new Google Fitbit Air fitness band How to use the new iPhone call recording feature safely Rising smart glasses extortion cases and what to watch for Porsche's decision to slow its eBike program Electric cars performing in extreme Arctic conditions Latest GameStop eBay merger progress Our current tops in streaming recommendations Packed with practical tips and easy-to-understand explanations, this episode is perfect if you love emerging tech trends, fitness gadgets, or staying safe online. Tune in for your friendly tech updates!

Social media faces the courtroom: Mark Zuckerberg testified in a landmark trial accusing Meta and YouTube of designing addictive features that harm kids' mental health — with thousands of similar lawsuits watching closely. X as a primary news source? We discuss its evolving role, and why it's become a go-to for real-time updates. AI drama: Reports show ChatGPT and others citing Grokipedia (xAI's AI-generated encyclopedia) as a source — raising concerns about misinformation, bias, and AI feedback loops. Plus: Reddit's growing AI use, cheaper/easier ways to knock out WiFi (deauth attacks), OpenAI's foray into hardware, and our tops in streaming plus Seth MacFarlane's concert vibes! Practical insights, debates, and fun — subscribe and geek out with us weekly!

Join us on Techradio as we unpack the week's biggest consumer tech headlines! eBay just updated its User Agreement to explicitly ban AI-powered "buy for me" shopping agents, LLM scrapers, and automated bots — aiming to protect sellers from unfair automation, price manipulation, and inventory hoarding. What does this mean for buyers using AI tools and the future of e-commerce? Plus: Rumors and revivals swirl around a "new Windows phone" from leaked Andromeda OS builds on Surface Duo to third-party projects like NexPhone running Windows 11 on mobile hardware. Is Microsoft dipping back into phones? Sony jumps back into affordable hi-fi with two new wireless turntables: the PS-LX3BT (entry-level successor to the popular PS-LX310BT) and the more premium PS-LX5BT — perfect for newcomers and audiophiles craving easy Bluetooth vinyl playback. Practical tips: How to recover accounts if you lose your phone, creative new uses for old smartwatches, and how to scrub your personal info from Google search results effectively. We wrap with AI-powered ways to discover binge-worthy streaming shows and the latest tops in streaming picks! Real-world tech advice you can use — subscribe and geek out with us every week!

Fresh from CES 2026, we're breaking down the best of the show, including standout products and clever innovations you may not have heard about yet. From surprising robotics to practical consumer tech, we highlight the ideas that actually make sense. We'll talk about Coro, a product for new moms that feels long overdue, and the Hydrostasis Geca watch that tracks hydration levels. There's also a smoke detector designed to help rescue pets, new ways to make drinking water from air, and fast-moving sustainability efforts from Back Market and iFixit. Plus, Gmail is getting smarter with AI, online scams are surging again, and we tackle the big question: is AI designed for kids ethical? We'll wrap things up with what's topping the streaming charts.

On Techradio this week, we're talking about the tech you live with every day — and a few surprises you might not see coming. From smart TVs that may be watching more than you realize to what's expected to make headlines at CES 2026, there's plenty to unpack. We'll also cover two costly car warnings: why spilling water in your EV can lead to expensive repairs, and how rodents are chewing through vehicle wiring at alarming rates. Plus, Apple quietly discontinued 17 products this year, Firefox is officially leaning into AI, and a new generation of headphones doubles as hearing aids. And as always, we'll tell you what's streaming and where — including this week's top picks in streaming.

This week, we're unpacking a big move in entertainment: Netflix is buying Warner Bros. Discovery (yes, HBO included) and what it means for the shows we love. We'll also look at the AT&T data breach, how to tell if something you're reading was written by AI, and why Ryan Reynolds and Ricky Gervais are suddenly shaping online marketing. Plus: Marsha's review of Tonies Toniebox, the screen-free audio box for kids; a quick way to thank your Amazon driver; smart tech gift ideas; and the Top 10 in streaming for the week. Thanks to our producer, Curt Buthman, for 10 years of producing our podcast!