Eye on Tech

Eye on Tech: President's Executive Order on Social Media misinterprets 1st Amendment

Thu, 28 May 2020 22:23:55 +0000

The president's executive order to reign-in social media is based on the unproven assumption that they discriminate against conservatives and a misunderstanding of the First Amendment, which applies to government, not private companies.

Eye on Tech: Twitter put a warning label on one of the President's tweets

Wed, 27 May 2020 23:16:08 +0000

Until Tuesday, Twitter had never taken down or labelled any of President Trump's tweets. But it put a link on his claim that mail-in ballots are fraudulent, providing facts on the integrity of voting by mail

Eye on Tech: HBO Max streaming service launches

Tue, 26 May 2020 21:04:58 +0000

HBO is launching HBO Max on Wed to compete with the likes of Netflix, Amazon Prime and Hulu. It's $15 a month but millions can get a free subscription depending on phone or cable provider.

Eye on Tech: 3D Printers making face masks and sheilds

Mon, 25 May 2020 22:40:17 +0000

3D printers have a new mission during Covid-19. They're being used to make personal protection equipment (PPE) such as face masks and shields

Eye On Tech: President uses Twitter to complain that Twitter & other social media discriminate against conservatives

Sun, 24 May 2020 19:12:26 +0000

President Trump is using Twitter to complain that it and other social media companies are illegally discriminating against conservatives. But that tweet, like social media posts from millions of conservatives, was not taken down.

Eye on Tech: Half of Facebook employees may be able to work from home after the pandemic

Thu, 21 May 2020 23:51:58 +0000

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg told employees that -- over the coming years -- it may be possible for more than half of them to work from home. Some like that idea and others want to get back to the office. But the company has learned that employees can be productive without coming into the office.

Eye on Tech: Apple and Google release Covid-19 tracing technology

Wed, 20 May 2020 22:45:34 +0000

Apple and Google have released the underlying technology for public health officials to develop Covid-19 tracing apps.

Eye on Tech: Facebook launches 'Shops' for businesses large and small

Tue, 19 May 2020 23:27:02 +0000

Facebook is launching Shops to enables businesses to sell products on Facebook and Instagram

Eye on Tech: Medical device enables ultrasounds from home

Tue, 19 May 2020 00:31:11 +0000

A scanner from Butterfly Networks connects to a smartphone to perform ultrasounds at home under the guidance of a medical professional.

Eye on Tech: Facebook acquires Giphy to integrate into Instagram

Sun, 17 May 2020 18:10:45 +0000

Facebook has acquired the popular GIF making app Giphy, which will become part of Instagram

ACQUISITION SHOWS APPLE IS SERIOUS ABOUT VIRTUAL REALITY

Thu, 14 May 2020 23:45:09 +0000

Apple's acquisition of the sports virtual reality streaming company NextVR is an indication that Apple is likely to introduce a VR and augmented reality headset

CHINA AND IRAN MAY BE HACKING U.S. COVID-19 RESEARCHERS

Thu, 14 May 2020 01:22:19 +0000

The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency announced that Chinese hackers may be trying to infiltrate networks of U.S. Covid-19 researchers. The Wall Street Journal reports that Iran may also be attempting to hack research facilities.

EYE ON TECH: FACEBOOK USES AI & HUMANS TO TAKE DOWN HATE SPEECH & FALSE COVID-19 CONENT

Tue, 12 May 2020 23:52:22 +0000

Facebook said it took down 9.6 million pieces of hate speech and hundreds of thousands of misleading Covid-19 posts

EYE ON TECH: TWITTER TO WARN USERS ABOUT MISLEADING COVID-19 INFORMATION

Mon, 11 May 2020 22:05:21 +0000

Twitter will post warnings about disputed Covid-19 related information on its platform

EYE ON TECH: SINGAPORE USES ROBOTIC DOG TO WARN PEOPLE TO SOCIAL DISTANCE

Sun, 10 May 2020 18:26:26 +0000

Singapore is using a robotic dog to patrol a park and warn people to keep their distance to prevent the spread of Covid-19

EYE ON TECH: GOOGLE APP HELPS YOUNG CHILDREN READ

Thu, 07 May 2020 23:06:31 +0000

The new Android app, "Read Along by Google" helps children with their reading skills via a character in-named Diya who uses Google’s text-to-speech and speech recognition technology to verify if the child is reading correctly.

EYE ON TECH: FACEBOOK LAUNCHES ITS OVERSIGHT BOARD

Wed, 06 May 2020 20:33:02 +0000

Facebook has revealed details and the names of the initial 20 members of its independent oversight board that will have the power to overrule CEO Mark Zuckerberg regarding what content to leave up or take down.

EYE ON TECH: GOOGLE & APPLE SHOW SAMPLE COVID-19 TRACING SCREENS

Tue, 05 May 2020 23:57:43 +0000

Google and Apple have shown samples of the screen for the Covid-19 tracing apps that will be based on technology they're developing.

EYE ON TECH: APPLE INTRODUCES NEW MACBOOK PRO

Mon, 04 May 2020 22:51:52 +0000

Apple has a new MacBook Pro starting at $1,299 with double the base storage as the previous model

EYE ON TECH: DISNEY+ STREAMING NEW MOVIES AHEAD OF SCHEDULE & ADDING OLDER FILMS

Sun, 03 May 2020 19:11:11 +0000

People staying at home means more people watching streaming video but it also puts production on hold. Disney is responding by streaming new films ahead of schedule and adding older movies from its catalog.

EYE ON TECH: AMAZON & FACEBOOK REPORT INCREASED USAGE AND REVENUE

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:32:15 +0000

Earnings reports from Amazon and Facebook show increased revenue and usage, but Amazon's profits and down and Facebook's future profits this year are questionable

EYE ON TECH: ZOOM FACES COMPETITION FROM BOTH GOOGLE AND FACEBOOK

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 22:17:19 +0000

Both Google and Facebook are now offering free video conferencing services to complete with Zoom.

EYE ON TECH: OTTER.AI ENABLES LIVE TRANSCRIPTS IN ZOOM MEETINGS

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 21:32:47 +0000

Otter.AI, a company that provides a web-based transcription service, can now embed live transcriptions inside Zoom meetings

EYE ON TECH: Tesla software update enables cars to automatically stop at stop signs and red lights

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 23:21:14 +0000

A Tesla software update enables cars with the "full self driving" package to automatically stop and stop signs and red lights.

EYE ON TECH: Facebook rolling out video conferencing rooms

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 20:59:10 +0000

Facebook is going after Zoom with its new Messenger Rooms that enable up to 50 people to have a video chat with no time limits

EYE ON TECH: 6 Ghz HIGHER SPEED WIFI COMING THIS YEAR

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 20:20:46 +0000

The FCC on Thursday approved the use of unlicensed spectrum for higher speed 6 Ghz WiFi

EYE ON TECH: YOUTUBE, WHICH IS NOW 15, STARTED WITH A SHORT AND SIMPLE VIDEO

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 00:10:59 +0000

YouTube, which now reaches more than 2 billion people a month, started with a short and humble video

EYE ON TECH: BEWARE OF COVID-19 RELATED CYBER SCAMS

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 23:38:18 +0000

Scam artists are taking advantage of the Covid-19 crisis and some people are taking the bait.

EYE ON TECH: FACEBOOK PULLING POSTS THAT PROMOTE IN-PERSON DEMONSTRATIONS

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 21:19:32 +0000

Taking down posts promoting in-person demonstrations is not about suppressing opinion, says Facebook, but protecting public health and adhering to state laws

EYE ON TECH: CHROME NOW LETS YOU ORGANIZE YOUR TABS INTO GROUPS

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 18:00:03 +0000

Google's Chrome browser now lets you organize your open tabs into groups

EYE ON TECH: TIKTOK ADDS PARENTAL CONTROLS & DISABLES DIRECT MESSAGING FOR USERS UNDER 16

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 23:10:14 +0000

TikTok, the popular app that allows users to share short (typically 15 second) videos announced Family Pairing to give parents greater control over their teen’s safety setting.

EYE ON TECH: APPLE INTRODUCES $399 iPHONE SE

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 22:23:46 +0000

Apple announced the new iPhone SE, starting at $399, making it cost-competitive with moderately priced Android phones

EYE ON TECH: NEW HIGH-END PHONE FROM ONEPLUS

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:16:15 +0000

Chinese phone maker OnePlus announced two new phones. The flagship OnePlus 8 Pro starts at $899 and features a stunning 120 Ghz screen. Both it and the $699 OnePlus 8 are 5G compatible.

EYE ON TECH: APPLE AND GOOGLE BUILDING AUTOMATED CONTACT TRACING

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 23:10:08 +0000

Apple and Google are collaborating on technology that uses phones' Bluetooth to trace who people have been in proximity. If one is later infected, it anonymously notifies people they've been near

EYE ON TECH: LG'S NEW PHONE HAS AN ELEGANT NAME AND DESIGN

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 20:50:29 +0000

Korean phone maker LG is upping its came when it comes to both the name and design of its upcoming Velvet phone.

EYE ON TECH: FACEBOOK ADDS 'QUIET MODE'

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 22:20:17 +0000

Facebook's new Quiet Mode stops notifications and reminds you to take a break

EYE ON TECH: SAFER WAYS TO USE ZOOM

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 23:49:52 +0000

Some school districts have banned Zoom, but there video conferencing tool has been made safer since we started hearing about 'Zoombombing' disruptions of meetings and classes.

EYE ON TECH: WHATSAPP LIMITS FORWARDING TO STOP SPREAD OF FALSE INFORMATION

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 23:35:32 +0000

In an effort to limit the spread of false information, WhatsApp is limiting the number of times people can forward messages

EYE ON TECH: WORKING AT HOME REQUIRES STRONG SECURITY

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 00:08:41 +0000

It's always a good time to review your security settings and passwords but, if you're working from home, now is a very good time for such a review.

EYE ON TECH: DON'T SHARE FALSE RUMOR CONNECTING 5G WITH COVID-19

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 17:21:24 +0000

There's a false rumor spreading on social media that 5G cellular networks could have caused or might spread Covid-19. It's totally false, so don't believe or spread it.

EYE ON TECH: FIRST IPAD WENT ON SALE 10 YEARS AGO - APRIL 3, 2010

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 00:08:42 +0000

April 3rd marks the 10th anniversary of when the Apple iPad became available to purchase.

EYE ON TECH: ONLINE FOOD & TOILET PAPER CALCULATORS

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 23:10:01 +0000

There are online tools that will help you calculate, based on family size, how much food to buy for 2 weeks along with how many rolls of toilet paper your family needs.

EYE ON TECH: SPRINT AND T-MOBILE ARE MERGING

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 20:40:47 +0000

The merger between Sprint and T-Mobile is expected to go into effect April 1st. What will it mean for customers?

EYE ON TECH: MICROSOFT OFFICE BECOMNG A 'SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE FOR LIFE'

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 01:27:19 +0000

Office 365 will become Microsoft 365 --- a subscription service with new writing tools and other features and benefits

EYE ON TECH: YOUR IDLE PC CAN HELP FIND A CURE FOR COVID-19

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 21:52:28 +0000

The Folding@Home project is asking people to download software so their idle computer can run simulations to help find a cure for Covid-19

EYE ON TECH: YOUR LIBRARY'S DIGITAL COLLECTION MAY STILL BE OPEN

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 01:00:32 +0000

Even if your local library is closed for now, it may offer digital collections of books, magazines, movies and more

EYE ON TECH: HOW INTERNET IS HANDLING STRAIN FROM PEOPLE BEING HOME

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:51:17 +0000

YouTube has reduced video quality worldwide to preserve internet bandwidth. Netflix has done so in Europe. So far, the internet is holding up OK.

EYE ON TECH: PHYSICAL DISTANCING DOESN'T HAVE TO MEAN SOCIAL ISOLATION

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 00:39:49 +0000

Eye on Tech's Larry Magid is staying connected while staying at home

EYE ON TECH: AMAZON IS DELAYING SHIPPING OF NON-ESSENTIAL ITEMS

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 23:26:39 +0000

Amazon is delaying shipping of non-essential items for up to a month. The company is struggling to keep up with increased demand because of the Coronavirus. It is also hiring an additional 100,000 workers in the U.S.

EYE ON TECH: FRIENDS CAN HELP FIX A COMPUTER FROM AFAR

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 23:24:50 +0000

It may not be possible to bring a tech device in for service or have a technician or tech-savvy friend come over. But there are tools you can install that will allow a person you trust to remotely access your machine to diagnose and fix problems.

EYE ON TECH: TECH LETS SOME STUDENTS GO TO SCHOOL FROM HOME

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 21:43:37 +0000

As schools close, some students are getting laptops and tablets to continue their education while others are getting packets, if that.

EYE ON TECH: BROADWAY STARS PERFORM FOR FREE

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:02:59 +0000

EYE ON TECH: AN INTEL CHIP THAT CAN SMELL

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 22:35:09 +0000

EYE ON TECH: TIPS FOR WORKING FROM HOME

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 01:11:56 +0000

CBS Tech Analyst Larry Magid, who's been working from home for decades, has some basic tips for those who are suddenly homebound

EYE ON TECH: NEWS LITERACY EDUCATION

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 20:49:18 +0000

The News Literacy Project provides educational resources to students and the public to help better understand how to tell the difference between accurate and inaccurate information in news and media sources.

EYE ON TECH FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET FOR LOW INCOME CUSTOMERS

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 00:22:43 +0000

Corona Virus prompts Comcast to offer 60 days of free high speed internet to new low income customers

EYE ON TECH: INTERNET LIABILITY

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 01:10:03 +0000

A proposed federal law would take away liability protections for internet companies that are found to not do enough to protect children. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: DIGITAL LIBRARIES

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 01:22:37 +0000

Local libraries are now offering digital content including Hoopla with a good selection of ebooks, audio books, music and movies. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: FACEBOOK ADS

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 21:45:58 +0000

Facebook took down an ad from the Trump administration to take an "Official 2020 Congressional District Census," which directed users to a campaign fundraising website. Facebook is also banning misleading ads about the corona virus and temporarily blocking ads for medical facemasks.

EYE ON TECH: CORONAVIRUS VIDEO CONFERENCES

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 02:13:51 +0000

The Corona virus is causing businesses to cut down on travel, but that doesn't mean you can't have face-to-face video conferences.

EYE ON TECH: TWEETS THAT DISAPPEAR

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 02:31:03 +0000

Twitter and Linked-In are following the lead of Snapchat with ephemeral messages that disappear.

EYE ON TECH: GOOGLE CORONAVIRUS

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 01:26:28 +0000

Google has followed Facebook in cancelling its annual international developers conference as Facebook, Twitter and TikTok pull out of the South by Southwest conference in Austin, TX.

EYE ON TECH: TECH COMPANIES

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 02:33:20 +0000

A survey from The Verge finds that Americans are concerned about the power of tech companies

EYE ON TECH: ONLINE TRADES

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 22:22:33 +0000

If you decide to trade online during this volatile period, be very careful not to make a mistake. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: FACIAL RECOGNITION SECURITY

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 01:55:58 +0000

Clearview AI has been criticized for scraping photos for social media for use with its facial recognition software for law enforcement. But now those law enforcement customers have their own privacy and security issues after a company data breach. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

EYE ON TECH: CORONAVIRUS

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 02:14:37 +0000

There is a lot of inaccurate information online about the coronavirus along with some very credible information sources. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: ANDROID 11 PRIVACY

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 02:29:44 +0000

Google is adding more privacy features to its upcoming Android 11 operating system. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: GOOGLE SEARCH TOOLS

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 00:14:00 +0000

Almost everyone uses Google search but there are lots of power tools that most people never use. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: ORANGE TWITTER WARNING

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 01:30:21 +0000

Twitter is experimenting with a bright orange warning on what are identified as misleading Tweets from politicians and other prominent figures. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

EYE ON TECH: TIK TOK

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 01:58:08 +0000

TikTok to give parents more control over teen's accounts. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: LIVE CHINA MUSIC

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 05:10:02 +0000

The corona virus is keeping people from going to events in China, but thanks to streaming of live concerts, the music hasn't stopped. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: NEVADA CAUCUS APP

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 01:01:14 +0000

The Nevada Democratic Party is scrapping an app designed by the company behind the one that led to the disastrous results in Iowa. It will use "caucus calculators" running on iPads provided by the party. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: SAMSUNG FLIP PHONE

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 00:56:17 +0000

Samsung says that it's new fold-able "flip phone" is made from ultra-thin glass but there is some evidence that it's more prone to scratches that regular glass smartphones. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: UBER PHONE

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 01:41:32 +0000

Uber is experimenting with a way to let people who don't have a smart phone call an uber by from an old-fashioned cell phone. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: FTC

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 02:56:39 +0000

The FTC is reviewing its guidelines on undisclosed influencer marketing in social media. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: T MOBILE SPRINT

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 22:39:49 +0000

A US district judge has given T-Mobile and Sprint permission to merge. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: SAFER INTERNET DAY

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 03:12:08 +0000

Today is Safer Internet Day where there will be events around the country, including at dinner tables. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: BORDER CROSSINGS

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 22:48:12 +0000

The U.S. Government is reportedly using a location database of millions of cellphones to track illegal border crossings. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: NETFLIX AUTOPLAY DISABLED

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 02:37:08 +0000

Netflix now enables users to disable the "feature" that automatically plays videos whether you want to or not. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: FACE RECOGNITION LEGAL BATTLES

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 02:44:34 +0000

Google and YouTube have sent a cease and desist letter to a company that scrapes images from websites to create a facial recognition service it sells to police departments. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: DEEP FAKES

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 02:33:18 +0000

Twitter will label images, video and other content that's deliberately altered or fabricated -- so called Deep Fakes. But it won't remove media unless it's found to cause harm. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech".

EYE ON TECH: GOOGLE SUPERBOWL AD

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 01:40:06 +0000

Google Superbowl commercial is poignant but raises privacy questions. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: TECHNOLOGY LAWS

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 03:38:33 +0000

With both laws and technology products, there are sometimes unintended consequences from well meaning actions. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: APPLE MAPS

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 02:15:27 +0000

A new version of Apple Maps adds new features including the ability to "look around" major cities. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: UPS DRONES

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 02:43:02 +0000

UPS may someday replace those brown delivery vans with self-driving vehicles, electric vehicles and even flying drones. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: YOUTUBE MISINFORMATION

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 01:37:31 +0000

A report claims that Google's YouTube is incentivizing climate change misinformation. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: CORONAVIRUS

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 02:28:55 +0000

A website operated by The Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins is tracking the coronavirus via a world map that's frequently updated. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: GOOGLE ANTI TRUST

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 02:09:24 +0000

The Wall Street Journal reports that several state attorneys general will meet with Justice Dept. officials this week to share information on their anti-trust probes into Google. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: TINDER

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 02:23:31 +0000

The dating app Tinder is providing access to an app that can track your location and has a panic button you can press if something goes wrong on that first date. They're also creating certified accounts where they verify that that photo is actually you. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

EYE ON TECH: BEZOS HACKED

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 03:52:17 +0000

A UN report says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman planted malware on the phone of Jeff Bezos, CEO of Amazon and owner of the Washington Post.

EYE ON TECH: VIEWING IMPEACHMENT

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:58:26 +0000

If you missed part of the Senate impeachment hearing, there are ways to watch and listen online. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: TEEN MENTAL HEALTH

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 01:05:18 +0000

A new study debunks the common assertion that increased tech use among teens contributes to suicide and mental health problems. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: MICROSOFT EDGE

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 01:00:00 +0000

There's a new version of the Microsoft Edge browser, based on the same underlying code as Google Chrome. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: PEACOCK

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 03:50:13 +0000

NBCUniversal is launching a new streaming service called Peacock with both free and paid options. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

EYE ON TECH: TIKTOK

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 03:10:21 +0000

The video app TikTok was downloaded more than 700 million times in 2019 -- more than Facebook and Messenger and just below WhatsApp. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: PROJECT ARTEMIS

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 01:59:00 +0000

Microsoft is sharing a grooming detection technique, code name “Project Artemis,” by which online predators attempting to lure children for sexual purposes can be detected." CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

EYE ON TECH: WINDOWS TEN

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 01:05:10 +0000

Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7 but, says CNET, there's a way to download Windows 10 for free. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

EYE ON TECH: NEW SAMSUNG PHONE

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 21:54:37 +0000

A new phone from Samsung brings back two golden oldies: a replaceable battery and a headphone jack. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

EYE ON TECH: CES

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 02:39:05 +0000

Some thoughts about how tech is evolving based on this year's CES tech show in Las Vegas. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

EYE ON TECH: CES DEVICES

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 02:30:28 +0000

Foldable laptop/tablets and rollable screens were one of this year's CES trends. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

2020 Tech Lookahead

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Eye on Tech looks ahead at what the 2020s will bring in tech. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's Eye on Tech.

Eye on Tech - California Law

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

A new California law is aimed at helping gig economy workers but not all agree it's a good thing. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Eye on Tech - 2020s Preview

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:26:46 +0000

Eye on Tech takes a look ahead to tech in the 2020s.

Eye on Tech - Online Returns

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 22:04:15 +0000

Returning gifts bought online may or may not be free and easy. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Eye on Tech - Uber CEO

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 00:51:10 +0000

Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick, who was ousted as CEO in 2017 is resigning from the board and selling his Uber stock. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Eye on Tech - ToTok

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:33:54 +0000

The ToTok chat app has been identified as a spying tool for the government of the United Arab Emirates. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Decade Lookback

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 01:33:12 +0000

Eye on Tech looks back at tech in the decade that's about to end. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Internet Speed

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 22:25:45 +0000

The Wall Street Journal reports that broadband companies manipulate FCC speed tests. Your connection may not be as fast as advertised. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Internet Speed

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 22:22:22 +0000

Hp Laptop

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 22:48:57 +0000

HP has a new 2.5 pound laptop that can lighten the load for road warriors. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Tesla Updates

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 00:40:46 +0000

Thanks to software updates -- not a new car -- the car that Larry drives today is better than the one he bought a year ago. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Backdoor Access

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 01:51:05 +0000

Elected officials of both major political parties agree that tech companies need to provide law enforcement with a back door to encrypted devices and services. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Gmail New Feature

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 01:53:45 +0000

Gmail will soon let you attach emails to emails, which might actually be handy.

Flat Screen Sound

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 01:58:03 +0000

Most new flat screen TVs are too thin for great speakers, but you can add a sound bar for truly immersive sound. BS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Instagram Safety

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 01:54:51 +0000

Instagram will now ask users for their birthdate to keep kids under 13 off the service and provide a "safer and more age appropriate experience" for young people. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Google Changes

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 02:52:49 +0000

Executive changes at alphabet, Google's parent company. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Cyber Monday

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 02:22:30 +0000

‘Cyber Monday’ sales on track to hit record with $9.4 billion in online purchases. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s "Eye on Tech."

Cybermonday

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:10:12 +0000

Cybermonday is a banner day for online shopping, but not for office productivity. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Eye On Tech - Evmatch

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 21:36:21 +0000

Evmatch is like an AirBnB for EVs. People with home charges can charge a fee to let others charge their car. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Eye On Tech - Shopping

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 04:15:13 +0000

Some online shopping advice for Black Friday, Cyber Monday and beyond. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s "Eye on Tech."

Smart Display

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 02:12:25 +0000

A smart display is like a smart speaker but with a screen to show recipes, directions, videos and more and you can now get one starting at $99. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Contract For The Web

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 01:06:31 +0000

The inventor of the world wide web wants to make it a lot better with a "Contract for the Web." CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Sacha Baron Cohen - Facebook

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 00:54:14 +0000

Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen came down hard on Facebook and other social media companies for not doing enough to curtail misinformation and hate speech. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Disney Plus

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 04:51:45 +0000

Thousands of subscribers to the new Disney+ streaming service have had their accounts hijacked. Disney said it wasn't hacked but that victims are reusing old passwords. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Tiktok

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 23:11:40 +0000

TikTok users are seeing more unwelcome short political videos. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Revenge Porn

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 03:08:38 +0000

Despite efforts to curb it, there is plenty of so-called revenge porn on Facebook. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Cg Dead Actors

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 23:04:16 +0000

Is it ethical to use computer technology to enable the late actor James Dean, who died 64 years ago, to star in an upcoming movie. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Disney Plus

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 22:21:43 +0000

Eye on Tech is more impressed with Disney's streaming service than the one from Apple. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today’s “Eye on Tech.”

Apple Keyboards

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 22:36:31 +0000

Apple has finally fixed the keyboards on its latest MacBook Pro with better depth, range of motion and feel. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Microphones And Cameras

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 22:25:06 +0000

We're surrounded by microphones and cameras. It's OK when we need them, but not when our devices and apps turn them on by mistake as reportedly occurred with the Facebook app. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Disney Plus

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 23:22:24 +0000

Disney Plus streaming service launches today. CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."

Youtube

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 01:48:04 +0000

A new provision in YouTube's terms of service has content providers worrying that YouTube can terminate their account if their videos aren't "commercially viable." CBS News Technology Consultant Larry Magid has today's "Eye on Tech."