Larry Magid’s Hi Tech Reports
Tech Reports by Larry Magid
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Tech Report: Google Plus Unveils New Design
May 17, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains the new design for Google Plus and how the social network is staying relevant. -
Tech Report: 2013 Maker Faire
May 16, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid describes the Maker Faire event held at the San Mateo County Fairgrounds this weekend, that allows local maker’s, both hi-tech and lo-tech, to showcase their products for the public. -
Tech Report: Google’s I/O 2013 Conference
May 15, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid shares Google’s updates revealed at its I/O 2013 Conference in San Francisco including streaming music and a makeover to Google Maps. -
Tech Report: BlackBerry Messenger on Competing Devices
May 14, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid tells us why Blackberry is allowing their messenger service to be available on competing devices. -
Tech Report: Facebook Phone Not as Successful
May 13, 2013
Less than a month after being released, the HTC’s Facebook phone may be pulled off the shelves. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Less than a month after being released, HTC’s Facebook phone may be pulled off the shelves. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says there are too many other options to access Facebook already. -
Tech Report: Faster Wi-Fi Connections on Airplanes
May 10, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains why the Wi-Fi connections are so slow while you fly and what steps the Federal Communications Commission is taking to speed it up. -
Tech Report: YouTube To Offer Pay-Channels
May 9, 2013
KCBS technology analyst Larry Magid says YouTube’s new micro-subscription channels differ from Netflix and other movie rental services by taking an à la carte approach to programming often bundled in cable packages. -
Tech Report: Snapchat’s Bonus Feature Raises Concern
May 8, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains photo and video-sharing app, Snapchat’s bonus feature that kids might enjoy, while it may be cause for concern with parents. -
Tech Report: Vegas Casino Bans Google Glass
May 7, 2013
Google Glass hasn’t hit the shelves yet, but KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says some are making the pre-emptive strike, with bans on the new technology over privacy concerns. -
Tech Report: 3-D Printers’ Gun Controversy
May 6, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says Staples has become the first big-box retailer to sell 3-D Printers amidst controversy that they are sophisticated enough to manufacture guns that really work. -
Tech Report: Crowd Sourced Online Learning
May 3, 2013
KCBS technology analyst Larry Magid talks about an online marketplace dedicated to lifelong learning. Curious.com links anyone who offers to teach a subject or skill to users willing to spend money for short, video-based lessons. -
Tech Report: Instagram Update
May 2, 2013
Instagram introduced a new feature that allows you to tag people in your pictures. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid tells us how it works and how it’s different from other social media sites. -
Tech Report: iPad Still Dominates Tablet Market
May 1, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid breaks down the sales numbers for the tablet market which Apple continues to dominate with its iPad, as well as what the future may look like for tablets. -
Tech Report: Facebook’s Graph Seach
April 30, 2013
With the social network company rolling out a new search feature, KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid, reminds us how to protect yourself by using privacy settings. -
Tech Report: Internet Gives Soap Opera New Life
April 29, 2013
After being pulled from television, two classic soap operas are being rejuvenated on the Internet. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says other old shows could resurface on the web as well. -
Tech Report: Is Someone Hacking Your Wi-Fi Router?
April 26, 2013
A report from an Internet security firm says that Wi-Fi routers are easy to hack. KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid says it turns out to be more of an international problem than is seen here in the U.S. -
Tech Report: LG to Introduce Flexible-Screen Smartphone
April 25, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid describes LG’s plan for a new smartphone that will feature a flexible screen and what this could mean for future phones. -
Tech Report: Amazon’s Rumored TV Streaming Box
April 24, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid reports there are rumors that Amazon is working a set top box that will let people stream shows to their television sets and explores what they may be trying to create. -
Tech Report: Apple Earnings
April 23, 2013
Our technology analyst reports back from a news conference held, where Apple CEO Tim Cook’s company beat Wall Street expectations in their latest earnings report. -
Is Technology Good for the Environment?
April 22, 2013
As we celebrate Earth Day today, KCBS TEchnology Analyst Larry Magid looks at how technology both helps and hurts the environment. -
Tech Report: Tweeting Massachusetts Manhunt
April 19, 2013
Authorities are asking the public to provide tips in the manhunt for the Boston bombing suspect on Twitter, but are also saying restrain from social media. Our tech analyst talks about the role of social media in these types of investigations. -
Tech Report: Twitter Unveils New Music Feature
April 18, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid describes Twitter’s new music service where you can purchase and listen to trending music as well as see what your friends are listening to. -
Tech Report: Microsoft’s Two-Factor Authentication
April 17, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid breaks down the two-factor authentication Microsoft will be implementing for email, storage and other services. -
Tech Report: Ads on Apps
April 16, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks to us about advertisements on mobile apps and if it’s worth the investment. -
Tech Report: Shutting Off Cell Phone Service After Bombings
April 15, 2013
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains why cell phone service might be cut off in the event of a bombing, such as the one that happened Monday at the Boston Marathon.
Tech Report: Next Generation iPhone May Have Narrower Connector
There are rumors Apple’s next generation iPhone will include a leaner connector, but that means you’ll probably need an adapter to plug in to your older devices.
Tech Report: Mozilla Updates Firefox To Encrypt Google Searches
Mozilla is releasing an updated Firefox browser that they say will make your surfing even safer. The new browser will automatically encrypt Google searches.
Tech Report: New Microsoft Office Suite Integrates Cloud Computing, Tablets
Microsoft unveiled an updated version of its popular Office Suite at a presentation at San Francisco’s Metreon Monday that integrates social media and cloud computing.
Tech Report: Lady Gaga’s Social Network
Lady Gaga’s social network, LittleMonsters.com, is now open to the public, but should Facebook be worried?
Tech Report: Microsoft & Apple Set To Release New Operating Systems
Our technology analyst says Windows 8, coming in October is great for tablets, but not so much for his laptop and Apple’s new OS is due out later this month.
Tech Report: Twitter Improves Search Features
Twitter unveiled the first phase of its incremental search feature improvements on Friday, making it easier to restrict which tweets show up when you search.
Tech Report: Apple Pulls The Plug On MobileMe Cloud Service
Apple pulls the plug on its first foray into cloud computing and sync service, MobileMe.
Tech Report: Microsoft Introduces Windows Phone 8
It’s been a busy week for Microsoft. Two days after showing off its brand new “Surface” tablet, the company is introducing Windows Phone 8, a new operating system for mobile devices.
Tech Report: Microsoft’s Surface Tablet Brings The Keyboard Back
While the popularity of tablets continues to grow, their design is continuing to evolve. This week Microsoft unveiled the new Surface tablet computer that features a keyboard and a built-in stand.
Tech Report: Frenzy Over New Internet Domain Suffixes
Dot-coms are about to get a lot more company now that the organization that oversees web addresses is set to approve over a thousand new domain name endings.
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