Talking Tech

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Your daily consumer tech news update, plus the latest gadget reviews and straight talk about how the latest tech innovations affect you, with USA TODAY's Brett Molina and Mike Snider. Discover more great podcasts from USA TODAY at usatoday.com/podcasts.

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Talking Tech says goodbye (for now)

Talking Tech says goodbye (for now)

Yes, this is the last episode while the pod goes on hiatus. As a parting gift, we share some final important tech tips.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Talking Tech says goodbye (for now)

Talking Tech says goodbye (for now)

Yes, this is the last episode while the pod goes on hiatus. As a parting gift, we share some final important tech tips.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

The best options for backing up your data

The best options for backing up your data

Have important photos or documents you want to save? These are the best ways to back them up.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Samsung to let Galaxy phone owners fix their devices

Samsung to let Galaxy phone owners fix their devices

Samsung is launching a program so owners of Galaxy smartphones and other devices can make their own repairs.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

The day Wordle gave two answers

The day Wordle gave two answers

Wordle had a rare experience in its short lifespan: a daily puzzle with two answers.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Some Verizon customers getting spam texts

Some Verizon customers getting spam texts

Some Verizon customers getting a spam text from their own numberSee Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

The best apps for 'adulting'

The best apps for 'adulting'

Whether you're just starting out or long into adulthood, these apps and websites are the best at getting your life together.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Must-know tips when using voice assistants

Must-know tips when using voice assistants

Do you know these simple voice commands for your iPhone or Android device?See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Uber to start listing NYC taxi cabs

Uber to start listing NYC taxi cabs

Uber reached a deal with cab drivers to start listing them on the ride-hailing app.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

The inventor of the GIF has died

The inventor of the GIF has died

Stephen Wilhite, the developer of the Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) has passed away at 74.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

These tech tips will make your life easier

These tech tips will make your life easier

Want more legroom on a flight, or an early peek at what's coming from the post office? We'll let you know how.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

iPhone owners in Arizona can now add their driver's license

iPhone owners in Arizona can now add their driver's license

Arizona becomes the first state to support Apple Wallet's new feature allowing iPhone owners to add their driver's license or state ID.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Take these apps on the road when you travel

Take these apps on the road when you travel

Ready for your next big trip? Make sure to bring these travel apps with you.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Get the most from Google Docs with these tips

Get the most from Google Docs with these tips

Google's popular word processing app turns 16. Here are a couple tricks to help you maximize your productivity.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Avoid these tech mistakes, plus a big announcement

Avoid these tech mistakes, plus a big announcement

These tasks can potentially ruin your gadgets. Plus, Talking Tech has some news to share.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Protect your tech during Spring Break

Protect your tech during Spring Break

Is your phone locked? Are you using two-factor authentication? Here's how to keep your tech safe during Spring BreakSee Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Your next Walgreens trip might look more high-tech

Your next Walgreens trip might look more high-tech

At some Walgreens locations, the doors for refrigerated and frozen foods now feature giant digital screens.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Netflix wants you to stop sharing passwords

Netflix wants you to stop sharing passwords

Netflix is testing two features which could lead to subscribers paying more if they want to share their account.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Chipotle enlists robot to make tortilla chips

Chipotle enlists robot to make tortilla chips

Restaurant chain Chipotle is testing the use of a robot to help make its signature tortilla chips.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

You can now unlock your iPhone with Face ID while wearing a mask

You can now unlock your iPhone with Face ID while wearing a mask

A new update to iOS allows iPhone owners to use Face ID with a mask on.See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at

Hands on with the new iPhone SE

Hands on with the new iPhone SE

Apple is rolling out its latest budget smartphone, the iPhone SE. Is it worth your time?See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at