PODCAST · technology
Michael Garfield, The High-Tech Texan Show
by KPRC AM 950 (KPRC-AM)
Michael Garfield's High Tech Texan program is heard 11 am to 1 p.m. weekends on KPRC AM 950.
Episodes
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Tesla Roadster: Real Deal or Smoke and Mirrors?
Michael Garfield breaks down the Tesla Roadster demo—is it the real deal or smoke and mirrors? Plus, ways to reduce political spam texts and calls, and the pros and cons of Wi-Fi calling.
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What Amazon Knows About You, Surge Protector Safety and the Nissan Frontier
Michael Garfield explains how Amazon collects information about you and how to review and adjust your privacy settings. Plus, why surge protectors need regular replacement and a review of the 2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X pickup.
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Foldable Phones, Better WiFi & Prime Deal Prep
Is a foldable phone worth the investment? Michael Garfield breaks down the pros and cons, compares WiFi extenders with a whole-home mesh system, and shares four things to do before Amazon Prime Big Deal Days this week.
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Is Your Smart TV Spying on You? Plus Free Cloud Storage Hacks
This week, Michael Garfield dives into the surprising ways smart TV manufacturers collect viewer data and what you can do to protect your privacy. He also shares practical ways to score free cloud storage space and breaks down the ideal viewing distance for your TV to get the best picture quality...
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Why Carmakers Are Ditching Apple CarPlay
Michael Garfield looks at why some carmakers are moving away from Apple CarPlay and warns about fake QR codes appearing on parking meters. He also explains VPN kill switches and shares what to watch for during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days. Even Realities founder and CEO Will Wang joins the show…
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The Foldable iPhone, Invisible Smart Glasses & Your Old TV
Michael breaks down everything you need—and don’t need—to know about Apple’s new foldable iPhone. He also talks with the CEO of Even Realities about smart glasses designed without cameras or speakers and explains how to safely dispose of an old TV—and the one thing you should never do.
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Foldable iPhones, Robotaxis & MapQuest's Comeback
Michael Garfield looks ahead to Apple's rumored foldable iPhone, explains why MapQuest is suddenly the App Store's top free app and shares his firsthand experience with Amazon-owned Zoox as the robotaxi company expands its testing in Texas. Plus, how businesses are putting AI to work, the growing...
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Digital Payments, Robotic Golf Carts & the Risks of Digital Car Keys
Michael Garfield reveals which major retailer is finally accepting Google Pay and Apple Pay, reviews the Navee Birdie 3X robotic electric golf push cart, and explains why using a digital key for your vehicle may not be as convenient—or secure—as it seems.
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Are Camera AirPods the Next Big Thing?
Michael Garfield breaks down the possibility of camera-equipped AirPods, why your next phone might actually be your old phone, and the first setting you should change when setting up a new TV.
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Student Discounts, Better Phone Signal & ChatGPT vs. Gemini vs. Claude
Michael Garfield, the High Tech Texan, shares student discounts you may be missing out on, seven ways to improve your phone signal immediately, and a breakdown of ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude to help you decide which AI assistant is best for you.
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Back-to-School Tech, SpaceX's Wireless Push & Beating Phone Heat
Michael Garfield, the High-Tech Texan, spotlights the three must-have gadgets for back-to-school season, explains how SpaceX and Elon Musk are shaking up the wireless industry with new competition for Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, and shares practical tips to keep your smartphone from overheating…
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Roombas, iPhone Leases & the Evolution of ESPN
This week, Michael Garfield breaks down the U.S. government's decision to ban certain foreign-made robots and what it could mean for popular smart home devices like robot vacuums. He also sits down with ESPN historian Mike Soltys to discuss his new book, Sports Heaven: The Birth of ESPN, and the...
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The Future Is Looking You in the Face
Today on The High Tech Texan Show: Why we're in an anti-smartglasses movement right now Bye bye passwords. Google now lets you take selfie videos for logging in Review: 2026 Lexus IS 350 F Sport
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Privacy in the Digital Age
Today on the High Tech Texan show - Flock cameras 101: explaining how they work and effect your privacy Why now is NOT the time buy a new phone Year-round Daylight Saving is not the answer
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Happy Birthday America
Today on the High Tech Texan Show - How to take great fireworks photos These are the reasons self-driving vehicles are being adopted so slowly. Do you trust them? Just like vinyl records and cassette tapes, say goodbye to video game discs on your PlayStation and Xbox
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Father's Day No-Nos
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Do NOT get these items for Father's Day. I'll tell you the right and smart things to get Last-minute tips for Prime Day this coming week. These deals are already online. My time on the "pitch" at a World Cup game. I had as much access as Ronaldo.
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World Cup analysis
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: World Cup analysis with UK futbol expert Jai McIntosh Every cool piece of tech I saw in China last week. You need at least ONE of these... Amazon Prime Day is coming early. Here are the deals you need to jump on now
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Do we really need that in the air?
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Why it is imperative to travel with these 3 products Ferrari announces a $640,000 electric vehicle and gets yawns A Texas-based airline announces a deal with a Texas-based high-speed internet service. Do we really need that in the air?
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What to pack for international travel
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: How to detect hidden surveillance cameras in hotels and public spaces REVIEW: 2026 GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate SUV What to pack for international travel - VPN, eSIM, batteries and more
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Instagram's new Instants feature is not worth the effort
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Instagram's new Instants feature is not worth the effort. Here's how to hide it. Waymo and Tesla both recalled some vehicles that may affect you. Why so many issues recently? REVIEW: 2027 Kia Telluride. A 3-row SUV for a decent price.
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Celebrating 25 Years!
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Last minute Mother's Day gifts to make you a hero How claim a part of the $250 million Apple iPhone lawsuit payout How some kids are bypassing online age verification tests
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The greatest Mother's Day gift suggestions you'll ever hear
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: How to tell if someone is using Bluetooth trackers to track you Why Sleepbuds are the next hottest thing you need The greatest Mother's Day gift suggestions you'll ever hear
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The Tim Cook regime is over
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: The 4 most significant Apple products under the Tim Cook regime How airlines will handle in-air phone and video calls 3 tips on how and where to recycle tech products and gadgets
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Would you buy a car on Amazon?
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Would you buy a car on Amazon? Here's why you may want to consider it 3 tips on how to decide the best portable charger for you An EV car that that can charge in 5 minutes. I'm in!
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Restaurants are starting to ban phones
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: How did Artemis II take those great photos? You'll be surprised at what cameras they used Amazon launching a low-Earth orbit satellite network. An airline just partnered with them for high-speed WiFi. Restaurants are starting to ban phones. Here's the reason and...
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Would you fly to the moon given the opportunity?
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Update on Artemis II mission - Would you fly to the moon given the opportunity? 50 years of Apple - Are they really as innovative as the world seems to believe? Car review: KIA K4
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MLB's new Automatic Ball-Strike technology
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: MLB's new Automatic Ball-Strike technology explained US bans foreign-made routers. Is it time to get a new one for your home? A free website to check for scams
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March Madness is upon us
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Why Amazon Prime is raising its streaming prices again How to tell if an online video or photo is AI generated
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Are burglars watching your social media?
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Review: iPhone 17e (YES! My first iPhone review in 15+ years) How burglars are watching your social media and what you can do about it How to ditch your Ring doorbell or disable some of its controversial features
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Why you should not create an AI caricature of yourself
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: The one device you will definitely forget to "spring forward" this weekend Why you should not create an AI caricature of yourself Review: the 3 types of earbuds and headphones you need
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Waymo in Texas
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Waymo robotaxis now in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio. What this means for the future of Texas streets and hightways Hottest craze - a high-tech urn with a Bluetooth speaker. Why your loved one will never forget you. Review: 2026 GMC Sierra EV truck. 450 mile...
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Convenience vs. Privacy
Today on The High Tech Texan Show - Do you still plan to use your video doorbell camera? Tips on how to do it safely.' AI can post social media updates for dead people No need for foreign language class; T-Mobile now translates live phone calls
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Video Doorbell Cameras and how to Protect Yourself
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Everything you need to know about video doorbell cameras and how to protect yourself The AI app wars are here. Does it really matter than some offer advertisements? Why old-school over-the-air broadcasts are becoming more popular than cable/streaming
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A sure-fire way to save money on your cell phone bill
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Is it too late to buy a TV for Super Bowl? Why 8K monitors may be dirt cheap. Ranking the best foods and snacks for the Super Bowl plus recipes A sure-fire way to save money on your cell phone bill
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Last-minute TV buying guide for Super Bowl
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Last-minute TV buying guide for Super Bowl How to watch the big game in 4K (harder than you think) What is "quishing" and why it is the new scam that people are falling for
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How to protect your tech products during this freezing weekend
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: How to protect your tech products during this freezing weekend Netflix and other streamers about to go vertical for your phone Why the Texas AG is suing the world's 5 largest TV manufacturers
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Verizon blackout
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: The best product I brought back from CES. Shades of cool. Verizon blackout. Why it happened and how to work around it the next time it happens Review: 2026 GMC Sierra AT4 truck
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The ultimate CES recap
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: The ultimate CES recap - good, bad, what does this thing do? Why AI has inserted itself into almost every tech product on the market Why EVs may now be a thing of the past
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CES Hype, New Laws, and a Digital Detox?
Today on The High Tech Texan Show - Here we go, CES 2026 and everything that is cool yet you probably don't need New tech laws effective Jan. 1 Should you do a digital detox to start of the new year?
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Your favorite apps of 2025
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Tips to return the Christmas gifts you don't want Your favorite apps of 2025 What I expect to see at CES in two weeks
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Final check and last-minute stocking stuffers
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Final check and last-minute stocking stuffers Why charging your phone battery to 100% may not be a good thing The best e-Readers on the market
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The One Thing We Really Want
Today on The High Tech Texan Show - The 1 thing Millennials and Gen Z want for a holiday gift Is this the smartest phone feature/app ever? Why dumb phones are coming back and why you may want one
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How Spotify determines your listening age and why you are OLD
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: How Spotify determines your listening age and why you are OLD A great Texas getaway - Georgetown Holiday gift guide for all ages - drones, cars, liquor
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These are the early Black Friday deals you need
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: These are the early Black Friday deals you need Why you should consider Sling TV's one-day pass for $1 Why Ford is selling pre-owned vehicles on Amazon
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How to get your YouTube TV $20 credit
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: How to get your YouTube TV $20 credit Apple launces a Digital ID that can be used for TSA entry (finally!) Review: OnePlus smartphone. Best phone battery life ever?
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Sora Video Ai app just released for Android
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Breaking down the Disney/ABC/ESPN vs YouTube TV dispute. What to do. Review: Tern Vektron S10 eBike. The only way to roll Sora Video Ai app just released for Android. Amazing features but beware of the self-created deepfakes.
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Should you download the new ChatGPT browser?
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Review: HOVERAir X1 ProMax, one of the simplest drones to use and control Should you download the new ChatGPT browser? Review: RAM 2500 Rebel Crew cab is a beast of a truck
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How to prepare for the future
Today on the High Tech Texan Show: Can the internet really be taken down by an Amazon server outage? How to prepare for the future How to spot a fake AI video EV sales are slowing down but electric bikes are the new rage. How to buy one.
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Flying Faster: United’s New Starlink WiFi and the Gadgets Worth Testing
Today on The High Tech Texan Show: We put United Airlines’ new Starlink high-speed WiFi to the test—how fast is it, and what’s the real cost? Find out if your smartphone is truly waterproof or just pretending to be. Plus, reviews of the Vantrue N5S dashcam and the ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming...
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Prime Day Fails and Driveway Wins
Today On The High Tech Texan Show: - Amazon Prime Day Deals gone bad - Review - 2026 Ford Expedition Tremor - How to buy an outdoor security webcam
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Michael Garfield's High Tech Texan program is heard 11 am to 1 p.m. weekends on KPRC AM 950.
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