Samsung S25 Edge, Amazon cashback tip & iPhone 16e letdown (121, May 17, 2025)
Digest
This podcast episode is a diverse mix of tech reviews, financial advice, travel tips, and listener Q&A. It begins with ads for Red Pocket Mobile and Happy Mammoths Hormone Harmony. A significant portion focuses on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, comparing it to the S25 Ultra and discussing the trend towards thinner smartphones. Financial literacy for kids is addressed through a segment on Greenlight debit cards. Travel expert Johnny Jet discusses air travel disruptions and offers carry-on-only travel tips. The episode also features listener questions on topics ranging from iPhone issues and Apple Pay security to deleting old Facebook accounts and navigating tech support challenges with various companies (Verizon, Spectrum, Direct TV). A discussion with futurist Steve Fisher explores the "Age of Intelligence" and the ethical implications of AI development. Finally, the podcast includes reviews of apps like Payback.app and Whisper, and tech products like Soundcore headphones.
Outlines
Introduction, Mobile Ads & Financial Literacy
The podcast opens with introductions and advertisements for Red Pocket Mobile and Greenlight, a debit card promoting financial literacy for children.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Review & Thin Phone Trends
A detailed review of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, focusing on its thin design, features, and battery life, compared to the S25 Ultra, and discussing the trend of ultra-thin smartphones.
Listener Questions & Tech Support
The host answers listener questions about iPhone notifications, Apple Pay security, streaming options, data privacy services, and deleting old Facebook accounts.
Travel Technology & Tips with Johnny Jet
An interview with travel expert Johnny Jet discusses air traffic controller issues, airline complaints, carry-on-only travel, and AI in travel planning.
Coinbase Hack & Flight Refund Apps
Discussion of Coinbase's hack reimbursement and introduction of Payback.app, an app for tracking flight prices and securing refunds.
Streaming Service Updates & iPhone 16E Issues
Updates on Peacock and HBO Max streaming services, along with listener feedback on iPhone 16E issues (lack of AV adapter, text editing problems).
Interview with Futurist Steve Fisher: Super Shifts
An interview with Steve Fisher discussing his book "Super Shifts," focusing on the "Age of Intelligence," the singularity, and ethical considerations in AI development.
Listener Feedback & Tech Reviews
The segment covers listener emails, including reviews of various services (Verizon, Spectrum, Direct TV), apps (Whisper), and tech products (Soundcore headphones), and challenges in dealing with tech companies.
Keywords
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung's latest flagship phone known for its thin design and high-end specifications.
Financial Literacy
The ability to understand and manage financial matters effectively.
Air Traffic Control Issues
Disruptions in air traffic control causing flight delays and cancellations.
AI in Travel Planning
Utilizing AI for travel planning, flight tracking, and information access.
Payback.app
An app that tracks flight prices and secures refunds for fare decreases.
iPhone 16E
Apple's budget iPhone with limitations like lack of AV adapter and text editing issues.
Singularity (AI)
A hypothetical point of uncontrollable technological growth.
Age of Intelligence
A future era characterized by the fusion of human, artificial, and networked intelligence.
Greenlight
A debit card for kids teaching financial literacy skills.
Q&A
What are the key features and drawbacks of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
Key features include its thin design and powerful processor. Drawbacks include a smaller battery than the S25 Ultra and a lack of a zoom lens.
How can parents teach their children about financial literacy?
Utilize tools like Greenlight to teach kids about earning, saving, spending, and investing.
What are the current challenges facing air travel?
Air traffic control issues and flight delays/cancellations are major concerns.
How can I delete an old Facebook account I no longer have access to?
Try account recovery options and explore Facebook's help pages or Meta Verified for Business.
What are the key takeaways from Steve Fisher's discussion on the "Age of Intelligence"?
The "Age of Intelligence" represents a fusion of human, artificial, and networked intelligence. Ethical considerations in AI development are crucial.
What are some of the challenges faced by users of the iPhone 16E?
The iPhone 16E lacks an AV adapter and some users report inconsistent text editing.
Show Notes
Rich talks about the trend of slimmer smartphones, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.
Toni in the Inland Empire wants her Apple Watch to alert her when she leaves her iPhone behind.
Melissa asks if it’s safe to leave to add her debit card to Apple Cash.
Leon in Fallbrook asks what Rich thinks of services that remove your personal info from the internet. Here’s my DIY guide.
Charter and Cox are merging in a multi-billion dollar deal.
Edward in Tampa is curious if Rich has ever heard of laser internet from Taara.
ShopBack is a new cashback site that gives you $1 back on every Amazon order and percentage rewards at stores like Target, Sephora, and Nike. Read more about it here.
The FTC’s new rule on junk fees is now in effect — ticket sellers and short-term rentals must show all fees upfront.
JP in Calabasas is curious if his friends should still be using the iPhone SE even though it’s losing support.
Vivian in Murietta is trying to regain access to her Yahoo account and doesn’t trust the process.
Johnny Jet joins us to share the latest in travel technology and tips. Mentioned: ResortPass, Flighty, FlightAware.
Coinbase reveals details on a data breach that affected some customers.
Here’s a hack to let you skip overpriced Wifi and still chat with AI in the sky. On iPhone? Try Text.ai.
John in Denver called about a website that automatically tracks your flight prices and gets you a refund if it drops. Mentioned: Paiback and Autopilot.
Max is becoming HBO Max once again.
Peacock has a deal for one year of service at $25.
Leo in Torrance is upset that the iPhone 16E does not accommodate HDMI out over USB-C, and he says it wasn't advertised anywhere in the specs.
Jake in Colorado is wondering how to delete a Facebook page he set up with his ex-wife. Rich mentioned: Meta Verified.
Steve Fisher, futurist and co-author of SuperShifts, will talk about the future of humanity and what comes after the Age of AI—he’ll explain how technology, biology, and energy breakthroughs could transform our lives over the next 200 years.
Watch: Rich’s rant on how social media is changing us.
Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more—plus interviews with industry experts—all in this weekly show.
Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question here.
How to Listen:
🎙️ Live on KFI AM 640 – Los Angeles, Saturdays from 11 AM – 2 PM PT
🎙️ Rebroadcast on 710 WOR – New York City, Sundays from 8 PM – 11 PM ET
📻 Syndicated on 450+ affiliates nationwide
Get the podcast to via RSS, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Follow Rich on X, Instagram and Facebook.
Download the MP3 here (choose episode, then scroll to bottom of page and look for ”Download”)
Paid newsletter subscribers get ad-free, HQ audio here.
Referral links for services I like. Amazon storefront for products I like.
RichOnTech.tv Links may be affiliate.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Table of contents
United States
