Solar Hacks, Old-School Security, Slow Apps & AI in Schools | 08-29-26

Sam and Jay dive into the latest tech trends, from Utah's new balcony solar systems that let anyone dabble in solar power, to the surprising cybersecurity strategy of running obsolete software that hackers have stopped targeting. They explore the rising popularity of slow messaging apps like Carrier Pidge and Roost that deliberately delay your texts, the booming $44 billion wearable tech industry and its push into healthcare, and the debate around Google expanding Gemini AI to students of all ages in the Classroom app. Plus, a look at Google's new AI-powered Gmail inbox features and why Sam thinks tech companies need to back off before AI fatigue sets in. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro & sponsor 1:24 Florida power costs doubling 2:00 Balcony solar systems in Utah 4:30 Security by antiquity: old software as a defense 7:30 Digital delays and slow messaging apps 13:16 Wearable tech and healthcare integration 20:18 Google Gemini AI expands to all ages in Classroom 23:10 Google AI inbox features in Gmail 24:42 Outro & wrap-up Call to Action: Subscribe to Tech Watch for weekly tech insights, and visit npitechguys.com for more episodes. Need IT support? Check out networkprovidersinc.com for managed IT services, security, and helpdesk solutions tailored to your business.