1 hr 52 min
Handy Websites & Pros and Cons of Smartphone Insurance Rich On Tech
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Episode Summary:
In this episode, Rich DeMuro shares a variety of useful websites, apps, and tech tips to make life easier and more secure. He discusses the importance of online privacy and security, offers advice on smartphone insurance, and explores the challenges and benefits of transitioning to a "dumb phone." The show also features an interview with a digital minimalist who shares insights on reducing screen time and finding balance in a technology-driven world.
Topics Discussed:
- Rich shares several handy websites and apps, such as a Google image generator, a disposable email service, and tools for parsing information from images or text to create calendar events.
- Online privacy and security are crucial, and everyone should take steps to protect themselves, including using strong passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, keeping software up-to-date, and being cautious of phishing attempts.
- When considering smartphone insurance, it's important to weigh the costs and benefits carefully and consider self-insuring by setting aside the monthly premium in a savings account.
- Streaming services like Disney+ and Hulu are starting to crack down on account sharing, and users can expect new features to allow account sharers to start their own subscriptions or add individuals for an additional fee.
- Transitioning to a "dumb phone" can be challenging but rewarding, leading to improved personal relationships, work productivity, and a more balanced lifestyle.
Resources and Links Mentioned:
- Google Image Generator: google.com/search/images
- 10 Minute Mail: 10minutemail.com
- Agenda Hero Magic: agendahero.com/magic
- The Points Guy Awards vs. Cash Calculator: thepointsguy.com/calculator
- BG Eraser: bgeraser.com
- Clean Text: cleantext.org
- Who Brings: whobrings.com
- Just Delete Me: justdeleteme.xyz
- Redact.Photo: redact.photo
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Episode Summary:
In this episode, Rich DeMuro shares a variety of useful websites, apps, and tech tips to make life easier and more secure. He discusses the importance of online privacy and security, offers advice on smartphone insurance, and explores the challenges and benefits of transitioning to a "dumb phone." The show also features an interview with a digital minimalist who shares insights on reducing screen time and finding balance in a technology-driven world.
Topics Discussed:
- Rich shares several handy websites and apps, such as a Google image generator, a disposable email service, and tools for parsing information from images or text to create calendar events.
- Online privacy and security are crucial, and everyone should take steps to protect themselves, including using strong passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, keeping software up-to-date, and being cautious of phishing attempts.
- When considering smartphone insurance, it's important to weigh the costs and benefits carefully and consider self-insuring by setting aside the monthly premium in a savings account.
- Streaming services like Disney+ and Hulu are starting to crack down on account sharing, and users can expect new features to allow account sharers to start their own subscriptions or add individuals for an additional fee.
- Transitioning to a "dumb phone" can be challenging but rewarding, leading to improved personal relationships, work productivity, and a more balanced lifestyle.
Resources and Links Mentioned:
- Google Image Generator: google.com/search/images
- 10 Minute Mail: 10minutemail.com
- Agenda Hero Magic: agendahero.com/magic
- The Points Guy Awards vs. Cash Calculator: thepointsguy.com/calculator
- BG Eraser: bgeraser.com
- Clean Text: cleantext.org
- Who Brings: whobrings.com
- Just Delete Me: justdeleteme.xyz
- Redact.Photo: redact.photo
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Get full access to Rich on Tech at richontech.tv/subscribe
1 hr 52 min