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What is Sci-Fi is now real tech! Join us this week to see what is new with the technology being used on the Ukrainian battlefield.
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The good guys use AI's. The bad guys use AI's. And it's costing you money.
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With the ever-evolving area of cybersecurity, how can you make sense of it all?
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How are online search engines evolving? What resources are they using?
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A guest from Meta joins us this week to talk about your childs safety on social media.
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What would the world be like if we still used vacuum tubes for everything?
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Web 3.0 has a lot of great features. But scammers are taking advantage too.
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Is a subscription going to be required to use your computer with Windows 12?
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6G Mobile is coming, what does this mean for you?
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A new car, on average, now costs over $50,000 in the United States. Why?
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We talk about fake hardware and software and how to spot it.
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There are good, and bad, apps to help with your budget.
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We talk antique audio and modern digital stereo equipment.
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What happens when you smart device stops being supported?
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This week, we discuss what to look for at after-Christmas sales.
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There are some new scams you should know about.
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The Vault host James Sherwood joins us this week to talk the history of D&D and role playing games.
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Many things that were science fiction 10 years ago are now a reality. From Cyborgs to Robots to Jetsuits and AI, these things are now all part of our world.
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Join us for the 2025 Season of Giving as we are proud to support William Temple House. For details on how you can help go to userfriendly.show and click the link!
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Join us for our review of what's hot and what's not in this years technology gifts.
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As we go into this years holidays we are seeing a new (well new take on an old) scam.
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Your phone may have more personal information on it than your computer. The hackers know that too.
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Cars are getting more complicated - and a lot more recalls.
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After 33 years, AOL shuts down it's dial-up service.
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Here are some pointers if you are still using Windows 10.
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Comic Books are also on the information super highway.
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The new phones are coming. Do you need to upgrade?
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It is now possible to get an arcade... in your home!
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Amazon has released a color version of their e-reader. Is it worth buyting?
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Have you ever encountered a problem that prevented you from booking with Ticketmaster or purchasing your PlayStation 5 due to technical and inventory issues?
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What's new in home entertainment hardware in 2025?
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Are you computer and networking devices secure?
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Windows 10 dies on October 14. If you need to use it after this date there are several things that must be done.
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What was Sci-Fi is now reality in that there are devices out and in development that allow you to control your computer with your thoughts.
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Your choices for Internet providers are discussed.
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Technology enhances our lives, and this is no exception for the disabled.
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Technology enhances our lives, and this is no exception for the disabled.
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We talk about Crowdfunding with sites like Kickstarter, Indigogo and others.
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Technology is changing rapidly. There are some things to help you cope.
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ChatGPT can now create images. It's being used a lot.
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The Amazon smart speaker with the AI Alexa is upgrading this month.
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We talk about somthing you probably use every day and may not know about - the data centre!
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Can you still use your PC if you don't upgrade?
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Not everything tech is safe - we talk about some concerns.
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There are new malware scams out there to be aware of.
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What has happened to a lot of the tech brands we use to know and love?
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3-D printing and 3-D printers can do more than you may know about.
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HUD's, or "Heads Up Displays" are now coming to the market - is it time to buy one?
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We talk about the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) that just wrapped up in Las Vegas.
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The team at User Friendly holds the victims of the Los Angeles wildfires in our hearts and prayers. There are many ways to help - but there are also scammers who are out in force to steal your money. This week we talk about how to avoid these scams and how to help.
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We talk about science, technology, engineering and mathmatics for children.
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Flying cars and jetsuits/jetpacks are here. Are you ready?
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Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! This week we talk about the bad guys trying to steal your money during the holidays.
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We talk about the flying vehicles you may see on (or above) the road soon.
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We talk about satellites, their use in daily life and some risks.
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There is a flood of fake SSD hard drives on the market. Make sure the one you get it real.
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We talk computer monitors in 2024. The prices have come down. What do you actually need?
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Most of us carry a smart phone these days. With the holidays coming up can you rely on your phone's camera for those memories. This week we talk about camera technology and if you still need two devices.
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Join Woodward with The Travelers Institute joins User Friendly this week.
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We talk about what it is actually like to fly a jetpack!
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Flying cars and jetsuits/jetpacks are here. Are you ready?
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What kind of a computer do you need for your kids for back to school?
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Microsoft has decided to ax MS Paint 3D in favor of MS Paint (formally Windows Paint). Paint was originally released in 1985 with Windows 1.0
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Redbox is bankrupt. What happens to the content customers have purchased?
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We talk about game services over streaming platforms.
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We talk changes to cosplay due to new technology.
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Summer is here! It's hot and the kids are looking for something to do. This week we talk projects your children will find fun and that will allow them to build something they can use.
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Will AI replace your fitness coach using your smart watch?
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Fake electronics are everywhere! Watch Yourself!
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We talk new games in 2024 for your 1982 video game console.
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What happens if you don't put your phone in airplane mode?
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The wait is coming to an end for our long promised jetpack/jetsuits!
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Apple has changed their policy and now allows emulator apps on their store.
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We discuss the long distance repair fo the Voyager 1 spacecraft.
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Do you need to turn your computer off at night?
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Can you safely order things like clothing and shoes online?
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We talk about wearable tech and what's new for 2024.
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We talk about the use of technology in non-profit organizations.
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We talk about the delay on the Nintendo Switch 2 and... Atari's new product!
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We talk about buying a new computer. What do you actually need?
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We are seeing robot security guards make it on the scene.
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We talk about the current state of streaming media.
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How to use tech to keep your New Year's resolutions.
Happy New Year from User Friendly 2.0!
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It's officially last minute! What about gift cards?
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You can get the new video game systems now, but are they obsolete?
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We discuss how to get stereo with a bluetooth smart speaker. (Spoiler alert, it requires 2 speakers).
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We discuss laptop computers - do you need the expensive one?
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Do you need a phone that costs over $1000? We discuss other options that might get the job done and save you some money.
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We talk home theater in 2023 - do you still need a projector?
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We talk tech that allows you see behind your walls for home repair.
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Those Captcha (Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart) boxes are starting to go away.
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We talk new tech for networks with much faster speeds.
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We talking about companies locking users out of email, smart home devices and mobile phones.
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We talk announcements from Apples annual conference.
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We discuss the threat of "juice jacking" on your mobile device.
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Did you know the month of April is when you are most likely to break your phone or tablet?
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This week we talk Cybersecurity and some new things to expect in 2023. (Repeat)
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Is it possible to file your taxes with your phone?
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Is it possible to file your taxes with your phone?
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Is a used high-end video adapter card a risky investment?
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We discuss a controversial use of Facial Recognition.
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This week we talk Cybersecurity and some new things to expect in 2023.
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Did you get stuck in the holiday travel mess? This week on Tech Wednesday we talk old technology and how it caused many of the problems that were experienced.
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What is privacy worth? We discuss a new program by Amazon to pay you a little money to give yours up.
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We talk app controled Christmas Trees and Holiday Lighting.
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We discuss ways to extend your phone's battery life.
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We discuss a very common way the bad guys are stealing cars.
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Would you take an air taxi that worked like Uber?
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Would you take an air taxi that worked like Uber?
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We dicuss the document outlining fines by PayPal to it's users for user conduct.
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We discuss software subscriptions vs buying software outright.
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September 14, 2022
Mobile phone dead spots may become a thing of the past.
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Lot's of hacks this week. The IRS, Samsung Devices and TikTok
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Bill discusses Blue Light from computer screens.
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We talk about why you should wait a few weeks to buy a new iPhone.
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This week we talk about a man who accidently threw out a hard drive with 8,000 bitcoin on it and his quest to get it back.
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On the 15th anniversery of the iPhone, the future of smart phones is discussed.
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Digital license plates are coming! What are they?
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Up to 25% of electric car charging stations don't work.
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How much of your personal information is available online?
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You may of used SaaS (Software as a service). But what about hardware?
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Apple iOS 15.4 rolls out next week with a number of new features.
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Make sure your donations go to where you think they are going.
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This weeks Tech Wednesday addresses online giving, scams and how you can verify a charity.
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AT&T subscribers using 3G services were shut off yesterday (Tuesday 2/22). This effects other devices as well as phones.
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Flash Briefing 2-9-22
Are there too many updates?
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Flash Briefing 1-26-22
Do you prefer physical media or streaming media?
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This week we discuss how to recycle your old tech.
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Experts are advising starting your shopping for holiday tech early this year.
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The iPhone 13 just came out - and they are already talking the 14. Samsung is releasing a new phone too.
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We talk about the different kinds of smart speakers.
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Android release a unique new way to control your phone. Will you use it?
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Remote work has become a standard during the pandemic. How do you feel about your boss putting a camera in your house?
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We discuss Amazon Sidewalk, Amazon Key and your privacy.
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We get an update on the chip shortage and something that may cost you money.
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Is $870,000 (eight hundred seventy thousand dollars) too much for a video game?
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This week we talk about the new Ransomware Attack.
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It's hot out there! We talk cooling technologies.
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Ransomware attacks are on the rise - but the FBI has been able to recover one big one!
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How close do you want your wearable electronics?
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Today is day 2 of the Google I/O conference. After being cancelled last year due to COVID they have a lot to catch up on.
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How do you feel about paying for your purchase in a store with a scan of your palm?
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An international government gets fooled by a "deep fake". Learn about this new way to scam people.
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Apple releases it's newest version of iOS, with a number of new features.
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Hackers are after your drivers license numbers... Both Gieco and Metromile are reporting data stolen.
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We talk about what's happening with the new Playstation 5 and XBox.
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Would you want a watch that can read your mind? Facebook may be considering such a device.
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We look at high quality digital audio services.
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We answer a listener question regarding the difference between a UPS and a Generator.
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Flash Briefing for week of 2/10/21. Apple and Facebook battle over your online privacy.
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Google strikes a deal with Ford to provide in-car systems starting in 2023.
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Information on the hack of government and business computers.
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We have an average of 90 online accounts. Here are some hints on how to maintain the passwords.
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This week's flash briefing covers virtual reality, this weeks tech news and some ideas of what to do while you are stuck inside at home.
William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler
