Rich On Tech

Rich On Tech

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Tech reporter Rich DeMuro delivers tech news, gadget reviews, helpful apps, and practical advice on TV, radio, and in his weekly newsletter.

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Replaceable parts AND a memory card slot?!? The Fairphone Gen 6+ has 12 replaceable parts, including the battery, screen, cameras and USB-C port. It even has a microSD card slot for up to 2TB of extra storage, something you almost never see on smartphones anymore. It’s $650, comes with a 5-year warranty and gets software updates through 2033. And yes, a tiny screwdriver is included.

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MapQuest is back?! MapQuest has shot to the top of the iPhone download charts after choosing to keep the name Lake Ontario instead of switching to Lake America. Apple Maps and Google Maps have adopted the new name for U.S. users. Now excuse me while I print out my directions to Blockbuster.

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Sonos just turned your screen into a giant volume knob. With the new Sonos app, place two fingers anywhere on the screen and rotate them like you’re turning a physical dial. Turn one way to raise the volume and the other to lower it. It works no matter where you are in the app, so you don’t have to hunt for the volume slider. There are also new +/− buttons for precise adjustments, a Sync button to quickly match the volume across grouped speakers, and easier controls outside the app. On iPhone, Sonos controls can appear as a Live Activity on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Android users are getting customizable home screen widgets too. The iPhone and iPad updates start rolling out next week, with more Android features coming later this fall. #Sonos #SonosApp #SonosTips #SmartHome #SonosOpenHouse

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🚨 WATCH OUT FOR THIS APPLE SCAM EMAIL with the subject: “Your Deletion Request Will Be Completed Shortly.” It says your Apple Account is about to be deleted and wants you to click “Cancel Request Now.” Red flags: • The sender may say “Apple ID,” but the actual email address is not from Apple. • Hover over the button and the link goes to a random domain, not apple.com. • The Apple Park address in the footer links to Google (which Apple would never do) They want to scare you into clicking and handing over personal or account information. DON’T CLICK. If you’re worried, open Settings on your iPhone or go directly to Apple’s website yourself.

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Steal this itinerary for a weekend in Santa Ynez 🍷 You’ve probably heard of Solvang, but just a few minutes away is the tiny town of Santa Ynez, and it makes for an awesome little weekend getaway. 🏨 Stay at Hotel Genevieve. It has this cool old-mansion vibe that feels just a little haunted, in the best way. Breakfast is included, plus they have an included happy hour in the afternoon. 🥪 Panino for lunch 🥩 Brothers Red Barn for steaks 🍕 SY Kitchen for wood-fired pizzas and salads Feeling lucky? 🎰 Chumash Casino is right across the street. And, of course, there’s the wine. 🍷 You can taste right in town or venture out like we did. We discovered Dovecote Estate Winery, where you can sip wine overlooking a beautiful pond surrounded by nature. Such a great setting. For late night, head to the Maverick Saloon. 🤠 Great food, great wine, a fun little town to explore, and close enough to LA for an easy weekend getaway. Let me know your favs in the area so we can go to them next time!!!

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Hi from Santa Ynez! Have you been?

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Technically, you can read today’s entire newsletter right here. Practically, I’d recommend tapping the link below. 😆 You’ll learn how to find cheaper home internet options, a great app for movie lovers, a tool that tells you where to watch every NFL game, a new way to explore Los Angeles, an app for tracking wildfires, how to get rid of old Windows apps, and the big red flag to watch for with celebrity scams. Tap the link below to read today’s newsletter!

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Anyone else enjoying the moon lately as much as I am? 📸 Pixel 11 Pro

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💸 When’s the last time you shopped around for home internet? With more fiber, 5G home internet and other options available, you might be able to get faster speeds for less money. I’ve got 3 free tools that make it easy to compare what’s available at your address. 🔗 Tap the link below to check out all three tools.

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Sitting here reflecting on my birthday, and what comes to mind most is just how thankful I am. I’m thankful for an amazing wife, two great kids who continually impress and challenge me, my extended families on both coasts, and the fact that I’m still living a dream. I decided I wanted to be "on air" in high school. Everyone told me it would be tough. They were right. It was tough then, and still is, even after all these years. Along the way, I’ve learned that staying focused, keeping a positive outlook and working hard can take you places you never expected. I’m so grateful that I still get to do what I do and continue helping others through my work. Could I do some things better? Of course. I’d like to read more books, watch more movies, work out more, get through my inbox, and maybe one day even sleep in. But another year brings another opportunity to keep growing, learning and improving, while remembering there are no guarantees about tomorrow. So here I am, constantly making

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The restaurant patio heater gets smart! Scan a QR code, choose your heat level and it only heats the seats that are actually occupied. 🔥 @californiarestaurantshow @focal_heat

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Meta settles for up to $17 billion. Parents, here’s what’s changing for teens.

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Google’s Pixel 11 might be the smartest smartphone you can buy, even if it’s not the fastest.

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We checked out the @spirithalloween animatronics for the season. 👻🎃 Such an easy win with the kids.

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When I tell you I’m having an absolute blast with the camera on the Pixel 11 Pro, that is an understatement. Pixels aren’t known for raw horsepower, but they make up for it with incredible software that I absolutely love and a camera that just feels effortless. It’s ready to grab the perfect picture instantly. It’s fast and gets the shot I want on the first try, even in really low light. Take a look at some of the photos I’ve taken over the past couple of weeks and let me know what you think in the comments. And if you want to read my full Pixel 11 Pro review, just tap the link in this post. Yes, an actual clickable link in an Instagram post. I know. It’s a new thing. 📸

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Who remembers Trader Vic's in Beverly Hills? A few years ago I was in Tokyo and they still had a location there. Apparently, it's still there in the New Otani Hotel, and there's also another one in the San Jose Airport.

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If you're not reading my newsletter, why not check it out today. It's packed with the tech topics I think you should know about. Helpful, actionable information that doesn't scare or anger you but empowers you to tackle the technology issues we all face today in our daily lives. It can land in your inbox every Saturday morning for free. Just tap the link below to read today's issue. If you like it just type in your email address to get the next one. If you already read my newsletter, please comment with what you like about it so others don't just have to take my word for it... thanks!

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My tried-and-true tips for reducing spam! 📩 Be brutal about unsubscribing from legitimate emails you don’t read, but don’t click unsubscribe on unsolicited messages. Report those as spam instead. Also, consider turning off automatic image loading to stop hidden email trackers, set up a filter that flags emails containing the word “unsubscribe,” and stop giving out your real email address everywhere. For random sign-ups, coupons and downloads, use an email alias instead. It forwards messages to your real inbox without revealing your actual address, and if the alias starts getting spammed, you can just turn it off. if you like helpful tech information like this, subscribe to my free newsletter. comment RICH for the link, and don’t worry, you can always unsubscribe if you don’t like it ;)

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You really can make a living playing video games 🎮 I went behind the scenes at @teamliquid's Santa Monica training facility to see what life is like for professional esports players. High-end gaming rigs, coaches, analysts, physical therapists, sports psychologists and some seriously long days. During major competitions, some players can spend up to 15 hours a day playing. Video games have come a long way from the parents’ basement.

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COX CUSTOMERS CAN NOW WATCH THE DODGERS ⚾️ Spectrum SportsNet LA is now available to Cox TV customers in Southern California, including Friday’s game against the Pirates. It’s part of the nearly $35 billion Charter-Cox deal. Cox Internet customers who don’t already have Cox Mobile can also get a free year of mobile service. Spectrum plans and pricing roll out in former Cox markets in mid-September, with TV packages that can include Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, HBO Max, Paramount+, Peacock and more. Cable TV may be shrinking, but internet and mobile are where the real growth is now.

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