Tech Reports By Larry Magid
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Our daily Q&A with KCBS Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid. Listen live M-F 3:50 PM on KCBS Radio All News 740AM and 106.9FM.
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Larry Magid: Federal Reserve Hoping Streamline Transferring Funds
06/08/2019 Duración: 01minThe Federal Reserve is setting up its own digital payment system that will make it easier for people and businesses to transfer funds. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about the idea of a universal system that goes across banks and doesn’t require a specific app.
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Larry Magid: Do Violent Video Games Really Make People Violent?
05/08/2019 Duración: 01minPresident Donald Trump says violent video games are one of the reasons behind the growing number of mass shootings in the US. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid spoke with researchers on the topic and shares what they had to say.
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Larry Magid: New 911 Safety Feature Coming to Pixel Smartphones
02/08/2019 Duración: 02minIf you're in an emergency situation and need to call 911, but don't want anyone else to hear what you're saying, there's a new feature coming to pixel smartphones. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid says the safety feature would allow you to call for help with the push of a button.
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Larry Magid: Amazon Shipments Are Becoming More Environmentally Friendly and Frustration Free
01/08/2019 Duración: 02minAmazon is taking steps to make its store more environmentally-friendly. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid says they’re going to make the packages smaller and easier to open.
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Larry Magid: High Prices Driving Cell Phone Sales Down
31/07/2019 Duración: 01minThere's been a recent decline in phone sales and both Apple and Samsung are starting to feel it. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on if newer always means better when it comes to cell phones.
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Larry Magid: Siri And Alexa, They're Listening
30/07/2019 Duración: 02minThe Guardian spoke with a contractor who worked at Apple and has claimed that Apple's Siri and Amazon's Alexa are listening in - even when users aren't actively aware of it. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on the privacy pitfalls these issues are causing and if people can opt out of voice activation on both of these devices.
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Larry Magid: Future Cars as Mobile Living Rooms
30/07/2019 Duración: 02minTesla drivers may soon be getting a new feature: the ability to stream Netflix and YouTube. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about what else could be in store for entertainment on the road.
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Larry Magid: Cyberbullying Is An Increasing Concern In the US
26/07/2019 Duración: 01minCyberbullying is on the rise and recent stats from the National Center for Education show that girls experience three times more harassment through text or online than boys. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about the trends in bullying.
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Larry Magid: Prime Videos Becoming Available On Oculus Headsets
25/07/2019 Duración: 01minAmazon is teaming up with Facebook, making some of its Prime Videos available to people who use the Oculus virtual reality headset. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about his experience watching movies on his Oculus headset.
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Larry Magid: Facebook To Pay Fine For Violating User Privacy
24/07/2019 Duración: 02minAnd it's a hefty fine indeed - $5 billion to be exact - but the Federal Trade Commision also laid out other conditions that Facebook must now meet. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on the upcoming changes that Facebook will facing and how this settlement could impact other companies.
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Larry Magid: Flaw In Facebook Messenger Is Now Fixed
23/07/2019 Duración: 01minFacebook says it has fixed a flaw in its messaging app for kids. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains that the flaw allowed children to contact people not approved by their parents.
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Larry Magid: A New Browser For Online Privacy and A Customized Experience
22/07/2019 Duración: 01minA new Browser called Brave has come out which is designed to protect its users online privacy. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid has been trying it out and is impressed with it.
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Larry Magid: Apple Is Considering Exclusive Podcasts
19/07/2019 Duración: 01minThere are reports that Apple may be purchasing the exclusive rights to some podcasts. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about how this differs from the way most podcasts are distributed.
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Larry Magid: Twitter’s New Look
18/07/2019 Duración: 02minTwitter has given its website a fresh, new look. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid says it’s cleaner and easier to navigate, but there is still one change they haven’t made.
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Larry Magid: How Safe Is Face App?
18/07/2019 Duración: 01minA new app is growing in popularity, but some are concerned that their privacy could be breached. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on these security concerns and just how seriously to take them.
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Larry Magid: Amazon Prime Day is Black Friday in July
15/07/2019 Duración: 02minWith Amazon extending their annual sale to two days, retailers like Target and Macy's have upped their summertime discounts in an attempt to compete in the frenzy. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid spoke about Amazon's ecosystem and the warning signs to look out for when shopping on the net.
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Larry Magid: Concerns Over Facebook’s Cryptocurrency
13/07/2019 Duración: 02minEarlier this week, Fed Chair Jerome Powell was voicing his concerns over Facebook's announcement that it was going to launch its own cryptocurrency; now President Trump is weighing in. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about Trump’s stance on cryptocurrency and the potential that it has.
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Larry Magid: President Trump Accuses Tech Companies Of Alleged Bias Censoring Social Media Posts
11/07/2019 Duración: 02minPresident Donald Trump says tech companies should not be allowed to censor Americans after a summit which convened today to discuss perceived bias in social media. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about this meeting that none of the relevant companies were invited to.
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Larry Magid: Google Celebrates 50th Anniversary Of Apollo 11 Moon Landing
10/07/2019 Duración: 02minTo commemorate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Google is offering up an augmented reality - better knowns as AR - app that brings the Apollo 11 module up close and personal. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on what this app will do and how to get it on your phone.
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Larry Magid: New Online Feature Aims To Promote Peace On Social Media
09/07/2019 Duración: 01minInstagram is introducing new tools to help fight bullying. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about what this feature is and why he hopes to see other social media companies following in the same direction.