Tech Reports By Larry Magid

The FCC is giving phone companies greater power to block robocalls. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about how phone companies will be able to help filter out robocalls.

YouTube is updating its hate speech policy in answer to the call for a tougher stance on hate-based media found on the site. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on the delicate nature of where sites like YouTube or Facebook end up drawing the line.

KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid talked about a recent study that says targeted advertising does not make that much more money for website owners.

Apple is giving users a new way to sign into apps. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid says this option may be better for people who are concerned about their privacy.

A recent commentary on CNet's Roadshow blog says that the autopilot on a Tesla isn't as dangerous as some people claim as long as you use it correctly. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid says that he does agree with Ashley Esqueda who wrote the commentary.

A study done in Italy shows that students who used Twitter to discuss a novel learned less and performed worse on a test than students who used traditional classroom methods. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid explains why Twitter discussions may not be the best way for students to learn.

According to the World Health Organization, a gaming disorder is similar to an alcohol addiction. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on if other technology addictions should be addressed and the impact a gaming disorder can have on gamers.

A new report shows that Google has a shadow workforce that outnumbers the amount of full time workers at the company. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid discusses how this affects employees and the company.

Many are pushing Amazon to end its sale of facial recognition technology to law enforcement agencies. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about why the technology has created backlash and how Amazon is responding.  

Facebook has decided against taking down a slowed down video of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that makes her appear to be drunk. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid says it’s not against their terms of service.

Amazon is working on a wearable device that can read your emotions. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid says this even creeps him out.

KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on the methods that Apple is utilizing in order to shield users from privacy issues and what kind of pressure this might put on sites like Facebook.

Just days after blacklisting Huawei, the U-S government is issuing a warning over another type of technology from China. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks about the concerns with drones.

Alphabet is giving its Google Glass a new look.  KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid says they are getting more serious about the enterprise market.

KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on the reasoning behind taking a Facebook group from public to private.

First there were foldable phones, now Lenovo has come out with a foldable PC. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid was able to check one out and talks about his experience with it.

Named after the city in New Zealand where 51 people were killed by a gunman who streamed the act via Facebook, The Christchurch Appeal has the backing of 17 countries as well as the European Commision. KCBS Radio’s Technology Analyst Larry Magid speaks on what the goal of this appeal is.

Security researchers say hackers were able to exploit a vulnerability in WhatsApp to install spyware on phones.  KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid says that WhatsApp has put a fix in the app store for download.

Apple will let cord-cutters subscribe to HBO and Showtime among other channels on its Apple TV app.  KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid says they’re trying to play catch up with services like Netflix and Amazon Prime.

You can delete your voice recordings on Amazon Alexa, but the transcripts may live on. KCBS’s Radio Technology Analyst Larry Magid talks how to delete your recordings and the privacy issues in question with Alexa.