Larry Magid’s Hi Tech Reports
Tech Reports by Larry Magid
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A Classic Goes Viral
May 16, 2012
Facebook has allowed users to stream movies for a charge for some time. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains why the iconic film, “Casablanca” is now available for free on the social network. -
Google+ Additions
May 15, 2012
Google has announced big changes for its social network's iPhone app. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid tells us what we can expect from Google+ on our Apple phones. -
Apple to Upgrade Cloud Storage Service
May 14, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about reports of Apple’s impending upgrade to its cloud-storage service and the potential inclusion of file-sharing features that may stir privacy issues. -
Facebook Changes Privacy Policy Again
May 12, 2012
KCBS’ Technology Analyst reports Facebook’s privacy policy is changing once more as they reveal how they use information it collects about users to comply with a data protection audit. -
Bing Getting Makeover
May 11, 2012
KCBS’ Technology Analyst says though Google is far ahead of its competition in numbers of users, Microsoft Bing is preparing a new look to lure people to their search engine. -
HP & Apple's "Ultra" Rivalry
May 9, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about the strengths and weaknesses of Hewlett Packard's new Ultra Book, a small laptop many believe to be similar to Apple's MacBook Air. -
Facebook Fights Child Predators
May 9, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about the steps Facebook is taking to stop child-predators from connecting and exchanging pictures on its social network. -
Google+ to Expand Hangouts on Air
May 7, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about Google+’s expansion of Hangouts on Air, a feature that enables users to share videos in real-time, and the potential implications of sharing live broadcasts online. -
Tech Report: Video Chatting Popular Among Teens
May 5, 2012
KCBS technology analyst Larry Magid says parents should take note of a Pew Research Center study that finds more teenagers using video chat, and take the time to discuss with their children what’s appropriate during a conversation where the caller can be seen. -
Congress Holds Caucus On Internet Bandwidth Issues
May 3, 2012
As Congress looks at how to ensure enough bandwidth to meet different users, KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid said some wireless carriers have created their own solutions to the limited bandwidth available by giving customers data caps. -
Have You Seen My Keys?
May 2, 2012
The days of frantic panic while searching for your keys could be over. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid introduces Cobra Tag, the new tech product that will always keep an eye on your keys. -
Craigslist’s Possible Facelift
May 2, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says that Craigslist has posted a job on its website, which has some thinking they might finally be getting a new design, something that hasn't happened since the website was first introduced in the 90's. -
Zillow Launches New App for Android
April 30, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about a newly launched real estate app for Android that is designed to effectively target home values for renters. -
Tech Report: Storage Wars
April 27, 2012
Google has revamped cloud service to be more versatile. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains how it will put pressure on their competitors. -
Little Guy Buys Big Guy
April 27, 2012
A start-up tech company looks to be the winning bidder of an iconic one that recently went bankrupt. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid has more on the purchase of Eastman Kodak by Shutterfly. -
Congress Votes On CISPA This Week
April 25, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA), a controversial, bi-partisan bill dealing with online information sharing that the Obama administration has come out against. -
Digital Rights Management Software
April 24, 2012
Tour Books has announced it will no longer be publishing e-books with Digital Rights Management Software, an anti-piracy product. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid describes the reasoning behind the move. -
Netflix Accuses Comcast of Unfair Business Practice
April 23, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about the critical letter Netflix’s CEO has sent telecommunications giant Comcast, concerning unlimited video-streaming service their customers can access through an Xbox. -
Tablet Competition Heating Up
April 20, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says Samsung is poised to release its new Galaxy tablet and that it’s quite the bargain. -
Google Consumer Survey
April 19, 2012
As an alternative to pay walls, Google has launched an alternative by having users complete a short survey instead of paying to see more content. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says this is the first of many such alternatives bound to emerge on the internet. -
Verizon: Going The Distance
April 18, 2012
Verizon Wireless has announced a new plan for customers who frequently travel outside the country. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains whether or not he thinks the deal is worth while. -
Microsoft’s New Operating System
April 17, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks to us about Microsoft’s releasing more information about its new operating system, which is coming out later this year, and discusses the differences between the different versions of the program. -
Oracle Suing Google Over Android
April 16, 2012
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says Google has a strong case against Oracle as the two tech giants face off over possible patent and copyright infringements regarding Java language and Android technology in a San Francisco federal courtroom. -
Feds Cracking Down On Pirating
April 13, 2012
Federal prosecutors are putting together a case against Megaupload, accusing the company of illegally pirating movies music and TV shows. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry magis said that they have impounded tens of millions of digital files from the company's servers. -
Tech Report: E-Reader Upgrade
April 12, 2012
Barnes & Noble is out with a new version of its e-readers with some unique features that KCBS technology analyst Larry Magid says should make it easier to read in the dark.
Tech Report: Why Is Facebook Streaming Casablanca For Free?
Facebook is making it known that they are in the business of renting streaming movies with a promotional showing of the classic Warner Brothers film, Casablanca.
Tech Report: Apple Upgrading Cloud Storage Service
The Wall Street Journal reports that Apple may announce upgrades to its cloud-storage service at their worldwide developer conference next month. KCBS’ Technology Analyst expects improvements for both photo and video sharing.
Tech Report: Facebook Changes Privacy Policy Again
Facebook is revealing much more about how it uses the information it collects about users to comply with a data protection audit ahead of it’s IPO.
Tech Report: ‘Hangouts On Air’ Allows Google+ Users To Broadcast
Google + is making it easier for you to share live video of yourself with other users with its expanded Hangouts on Air feature, just be careful of what you say because you can’t take it back.
Tech Report: Congress Votes On Internet Privacy Bill This Week
Lawmakers are set to vote later this week on a cyber security bill known as the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA), but it’s already facing a growing backlash including a veto threat by the Obama Administration.
Tech Report: Microsoft Unveils New OS
Microsoft is releasing more information about its new operating system which is coming out later this year. They have revealed that there are going to be four versions of it, one of them minor.
Tech Report: Facebook’s Instragram Acquisition Already Hearing Protests
Facebook’s Instagram acquisition announcement is already touching off protests from some users of the photo-sharing service who are threatening to delete their accounts.
Tech Report: MLB Looking For A Home Run On Social Networks
The Major League Baseball season is underway and it appears the league is looking to get more involved in social networking websites this season.
Tech Report: Google’s Augmented Reality Glasses Brings Vision of the Future
Google has released a video giving us an idea of how its long-rumored augmented reality glasses might work, but will it be a sensory overload?
Struggling BlackBerry To Focus On Business Customers
BlackBerry maker Research in Motion said it had a net loss in the latest quarter because of writedowns for the declining value of its brand and its PlayBook tablet inventory.
