David Lara
Minimalist Tech News
Minimalist Tech Talk dives into the world of technology with a focus on simplicity, practicality, and innovation. We explore how to streamline your digital life, prioritize privacy, and navigate the evolving tech landscape without the clutter. From breaking down complex topics to uncovering hidden practices in subscription services and digital ecosystems, we bring you a fresh, no-nonsense perspective on the tech that shapes our lives. Email: minimalisttechnews@gmail.com Podcast: Minimalisttech.newsMastodon: @ Zero@Allthingstech.social
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Episodes
64 - Home Owner’s insurance will drop you using Google maps 05.06.2024 14:38
Yup with the help of satellite and drones insurance companies have weaponize the use satellite to determine you eligibility. Issuance companies with enter your property to take photos of your roof with the use use of drones to determine if it needs fixing. However, they are not giving home owners the opportunity to address their finding. Instead home owner are be dropped with no true reason.
63 - according to the media we live in a scary world. 04.06.2024 10:53
According to the internet we live a scary world and we are likely to encounter terrible things. However, the projection of the information is amplified by the media and the internet. We live a safe environment in the U.S. and not every day bad things like this happen. As mentioned in the podcast it pockets of areas that have issues.
62 - Microsoft has a to compete with Linux 03.06.2024 9:19
Microsoft has a bigger then the recall feature but of lost customers confidence. Yes Windows has a global dominance however the more MS continue to enclose on your privacy and ads, we are finding for folks switching to Linux. I believe Linux will be second os next to Apple os.
61 - Temu unethical practice 31.05.2024 14:05
The issue is not so much that it’s coming from overseas. But the major issues are the quality controls and the methods in which they force you to keeping your money once spent. As the economy, Titans, we look for products at a reasonable price if not better than what’s being offered in person. But yet right now this e-commerce conglomerate is taken advantage of buts.
60 - Apple Watch will not have blood oxygen available 30.05.2024 13:26
Apple is currently being sued and being told by the government that they are not allowed to patent the blood oxygen.
59 - Rabbit R1 has bigger issues 29.05.2024 10:36
The tech device the was promised to deliver solutions to nothing was asked for. But the bigger issue in not snake oil but moreover collection of investment funds. We have to ask the questions, what is the company working for? How come it coming out now.
58 - Microsoft AI “Recall” 28.05.2024 11:53
Do you ever wonder what applications are being put on that you never asked for I believe that the item that’s being featured can’t be of the benefit. However the privacy side of things can be a potential problem. in this episode will explore the good the bads and the uglies.
57 - Dating App with No Results 27.05.2024 13:37
Looking for love and all the right places. But is finding true love in an application the best way of finding your match. Did you ever think about how many bots are on the platform that make you think that you were engaging with the person and then to only find out that you’ve been ghosted by the bot.
56 - New surveillance cameras public Roads 24.05.2024 16:20
Ever wonder the new cameras that are being set up that points in the direction that you’re traveling in. This system is being utilized to track your whereabouts in your vehicle. However, but in my opinion leads more questions than help solve the bigger problem
55 - Side Hustle is A must? 23.05.2024 14:11
Why not consider a side hustle in today’s world. However, have you thought of both sides of hustling e-commerce, and physical presents. I’m look at it from the standpoint that in order to survive in today’s world we need to consider all sides of the coin.
54 - Google Blocks Trumps Ad, but why 22.05.2024 17:11
You ever wonder how much control certain companies have over you. And this particular case this is top level issues, whereas we are entering an era of micro aggression towards individuals. Also, it also shines a light on their political spectrum and their roots of working with political opponents.
53 - Tesla encroaches on you 21.05.2024 17:27
You ever wonder what capabilities Tesla has until you see it with your own eyes. And this world of data privacy. It is consistently providing data back to the server, even when the car sitting. It gets a lot more interesting specifically when an individual shows up to do tech services and is able to open up the door which just one button. We have to look beyond the possibilities and in this conver...
52 - Change Direction Podcast 20.05.2024 12:56
readjusting and change the podcast is a necessary element into progression. Changing how we do things in a manner that makes sense so that it is in line with your values and vision and what comes naturally to me. What I’m looking to do is explain a little bit of the change of gears specifically on this podcast.
51 - search engines like Google have responsibility for your personal information 17.05.2024 9:37
The issue that we’re having is that information about you is regularly available to individuals like you and I on the engine. The effort to try to discovers peoples personal information has become frictionless. I do believe that the government along with the search and just have a responsibility to remove personal identifiable information.
50 - Buy Now Pay Later Are You attorneys? 16.05.2024 13:42
By now and pay later has become the staple for people that want to have things now with the ability to make increment payments towards the loan. There is something alarming about the privacy and the way they handle your bank account within these applications. Which they blatantly tell you that they’re taking your banking information and providing it to a third-party.
49 - US Car won’t sell in China 15.05.2024 12:15
I wonder why this is? We could always guess on what the issue is. But I think it’s more a symptom than it is anything else?
48 - Teacher’s Burnout 14.05.2024 16:39
we talk about how teachers are being laid off, but yet we forget that schools are understaffed which leaves 30 students to one teacher. Leading to the teacher’s burned out and exhausted. and this discussion I talk about various things that go on in the school system that can provide you with a little bit of insight with a little bit of my opinion about the current situation regarding the layoffs....
47 - IoT is data collection agency 13.05.2024 16:47
Recently had problems with my Vizio smart TV. Customer service over the phone was able to remotely reboot my TV with only two pieces of information which was the serial number and the mac address. this is very alarming specifically because there is a lot of Internet of things being connected in our homes today. In which a lot of these devices are consistently collecting pieces of information of wh...
46 - Lead Cause Is not Just a Rual Area Problem News 10.05.2024 12:08
ABC published an article on behalf of the CDC, pointing out the role America has serious problems with health. That there’s a higher percentage of individuals with health issues linked to living out in the royal area. The number one issue that I have is the misleading percentages and nitpicking in a small population versus looking at it as a whole population issue. It’s not false information but m...
45 - Amazon clinic had a potential HIPAA violation 09.05.2024 12:34
With the ever-changing and evolving technology, it’s no surprise that services like health over the Internet exist. However, when it comes to a giant conglomerate such as Amazon offering clinical services. I can not help but wonder how much information they’re looking to collect. This is no different from other companies collecting on information as you do with Amazon. There are other health servi...
44 - digital sanity and a complicated world 08.05.2024 10:54
Opps episode 44😁 we’re always connected digitally, but have you ever given any thought on rating yourself from your technology to enjoy life as a whole. I encourage people to take your shoes off and walk the grass and fuel the grass in between your toes and if you’re the type of person like I am that is always connected 11 hours a day. It is time to reconsider and take our time as we should.
43 - Setting the expectation with the team and boss in a digital environment 07.05.2024 10:45
Ever felt the pressure to churn out reports in record time, only to have that expectation set permanently? In this episode, we're diving into the digital vs. human side of work expectations. Sometimes, supervisors and teammates can be out of sync with the real workload behind quick digital tasks. We'll talk about navigating varied projects, differing expectations, and shifting deadlines, shedding...
Open Invite to the Podcast 06.05.2024 1:39
I’m asking for a huge favor for those who are listening to this podcast leave me alike and a follow on the platform that you’re listening on. In addition, this is an open invitation for anybody who wants to join in on the conversation of tech.
42 - A1C Teixeira Discorded the Discord with Documents 06.05.2024 11:27
this is an opinion piece and I do not represent at the capacity of the Air Force. This is something that needs to be talked about, especially when technology meets today’s world specifically in the world of constant access to the Internet and want to be famous just for the wrong reasons.
41 - Effective Communication Through Technology 03.05.2024 13:00
this episode talks about the importance of communication in remote work and team dynamics. With so many roles going remote, good communication is key. We talk about how to keep things positive and collaborative, avoiding toxic vibes and focusing on teamwork. Join us as we share tips on handling communication challenges, dealing with tricky behaviors, and understanding what we might miss sometimes.
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