In this episode of TechWatch Radio, Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison dive into the tech world’s latest shake-ups, starting with Microsoft’s decision to officially kill off Skype. What was once a powerful communication tool has been slowly dismantled — so why did Microsoft buy it just to ruin it? They also discuss the growing frustration with bloated software, unnecessary complexity, and constant changes that leave users feeling more confused than ever.

But that’s not all: Amazon is rolling out Alexa+, a paid upgrade promising a smarter AI assistant. Is this the future of voice assistants, or just another way to squeeze more money out of users? Meanwhile, tech burnout is on the rise as people grow weary of excessive logins, forced updates, and devices that seem to own us instead of the other way around. Is there a way to make tech work for us without overwhelming our lives? Tune in for a no-nonsense look at where tech is headed!

What happens when technology gets a little too smart? Or maybe just a little too sneaky? In this episode of TechWatch Radio, Jay Harrison and Sam Bushman break down the latest Apple controversy, where iPhone users discovered that “racist” was autocorrecting to “Trump.” Was it a glitch or an inside job? They dig into the details and why experts say this was no accident.

But that’s just the beginning. The duo explores whether taking a break from smartphones and AI could actually improve your mental health and if we’ve lost something valuable by ditching old-school tech. Plus, with check fraud on the rise, is it finally time to say goodbye to paper checks? Or is digital banking just another way for big corporations to squeeze out more fees? It’s all about finding the balance between convenience and control — so don’t miss this deep dive into the evolving world of tech!

Are we outsourcing our thinking to AI, or are we just evolving how we use our brains? In this episode of TechWatch Radio, Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison tackle the big debate: does AI make us dumber, or does it free us to focus on bigger, better things? From GPS reliance to AI-generated writing, they explore whether technology is making us lazy or simply shifting our cognitive priorities.

They also discuss the spectacular rise and fall of the Humane AI Pin, the dangers of "cognitive offboarding," and whether we're heading toward a WALL-E-style future of mindless automation. Is your brain rotting, or is it just thinking differently? Tune in and decide for yourself!