Michael Garfield, The High-Tech Texan Show

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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.

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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