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Android 17's coolest new tricks, your texts just got way more private & is AI really your friend? (174, May 16, 2026)
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- May 16, 2026
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Be sure to subscribe to the Rich On Tech Newsletter! Rich talked about some of the best new features coming to Android 17. Barbara asks about the app Rich mentioned for keeping track of TV shows. Rich recommends JustWatch , his personal go-to, with Reel Good as another solid option. Kara in Fallbrook called in to report that she loves the Epson WorkForce WF-110 mobile printer. Rich mentioned he likes his HP Smart Tank 5101 . Michael in Los Angeles called in trying to decide between a used M1 MacBook and a new MacBook Neo . iPhone to Android texts are finally getting end-to-end encryption. Randy called in wondering whether to take Spectrum’s free router or buy his own. Amazon has launched 30-minute delivery for groceries and essentials in a growing number of cities nationwide. OpenAI has launched a tool that lets you connect your financial accounts directly to ChatGPT . Tim Schofield of the QBKing77 YouTube channel joins to talk about the new Motorola razr fold , what stands out after hands-on testing, and whether foldables are finally ready for mainstream users. Paul in Grand Rapids called in wondering why Gemini is generating low-resolution images. Rich says to tap the three dots underneath the photo and look for “Redo with Pro” to get a higher-quality result. Anne in Simi Valley called in looking for an app that can record a doctor’s visit, transcribe it, and produce an English summary -- even if the doctor is speaking a different language. Rich recommends Whisper Memos for this. Rich shares his workaround for Whisper Memos…