Tech Talk with Alan Perry

This weekend on Tech Talk, Alan Perry, Host & Technology Tutor, is joined by Charles Martin, Co-Host, Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group Program Director and London Drugs In-Home Tech, along with producer Kathryn Abbott. The team breaks down new CRA text scams, Facebook Marketplace frauds, and growing privacy concerns around AI-generated imagery. They also highlight standout announcements from CES 2026, including foldable phones, rollable laptops, smart home tech, and next-generation mobility. Plus, a great refurbished laptop deal from Tesseract Computers, travel tech updates,

This weekend, Alan Perry is back with co-hosts Gary Beyer and Chris Beveridge, and producer Kathryn Abbott, to bring you the latest in tech news, deals, and tips. From scam alerts and Freedom Mobile offers to Apple’s vintage Macs and Nvidia’s big moves, they’ll answer your tech questions live, help you start 2026 smart, and highlight the release of Kathryn’s documentary, Why Dinosaurs, now streaming on YouTube.

Looking to score tech deals before the year wraps up? On this week’s episode of Tech Talk, Alan Perry welcomes Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum, for a deep dive into Boxing Week sales. They discuss where the best deals are, how they compare to Black Friday, and what shoppers should know before heading out. They also explore this week’s tech news — including why rising AI hardware demands could make 2026 a tough year for buying new phones and gadgets. Plus, Alan and Ricky answer your tech questions live, from Wi-Fi headaches to phone plans and smart TV issues.

This week on Tech Talk, your host and Technology Tutor Alan Perry is joined by Guest Co-Host Ron Fraser, a retired Sidney tech enthusiast, along with Producer Kathryn Abbott. The conversation expands to include a diverse group of voices, featuring international homestay students Aoi from Tokyo, Sofía from Madrid, and Natsuki from Osaka, plus Cáit Caden from Ireland in the C-FAX Newsroom. In the second hour, Gary Beyer of Tesseract Computers and Suzanne Perry join the discussion. Together, they share perspectives on technology, digital life, and how tech connects people across generations and cultures, with listener questions and real-world insights throughout. It’s your weekly tech check-in.

This week on Tech Talk, your host and Technology Tutor Alan Perry is joined by Barbara Wilson, Guest Co-Host, Service Tech at Monk Office and in-home tech tutor. They break down the latest consumer-tech issues, share practical tips to make your devices easier to use, and answer listener questions with real-world, hands-on advice. Your calls and texts answered live. It’s your weekly tech check-in.

(REUPLOADED to fix segment order!) Victoria Mac and iOS User Group President Aitan Roubini joins Alan to review the week's tech scams and news, and to help answer listener questions.

On this week’s Tech Talk, Alan Perry teams up with tech expert Kyle Wilson to guide you through the biggest Black Friday bargains, the scams circulating right now, and answers to your calls and texts. It’s your weekly tech check-in.

This week on Tech Talk, your host and technology tutor Alan Perry is joined by Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum.  They break down the latest in consumer tech. They cover this week’s standout updates across phones, computers, and smart devices, including new software features, security changes, and practical tips for everyday users. Plus, we take your tech questions live on air, helping listeners troubleshoot real-world issues and stay ahead of what’s new.

This week on Tech Talk, Alan Perry teams up with Gary Beyer of Tesseract Computers to break down the latest tech news, highlight new savings, and spotlight a sneaky new scam involving fake Outlook Calendar entries. If you want to stay informed and stay safe, this episode has you covered.

Alan Perry teams up with tech expert Charles Martin from the Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group and London Drugs In-Home Tech for another info-packed episode of Tech Talk! From the week’s biggest tech headlines to hands-on advice for your devices, they’ve got your questions covered.

From home entertainment to computer upgrades, this week’s Tech Talk has it covered! Alan Perry chats with Jay King from Atlas Audio Video Unlimited and Terry Sirup from Priority 1 Computers about the latest gadgets, tech fixes, and listener Q&As.

IT Specialist Kyle Wilson joins Alan to review the week's tech news including Rogers announcing the demise of hosted Rogers & Shaw business email and web-hosting services, why you should stop using an iPhone's 80% charging limit option, the new improved voices of CoPilot ("Mico") and ChatGPT, and what it means when children yell "6 7" and more.

Alan Perry welcomes guest co-host and longtime Sidney tech enthusiast Ron Fraser for another info-packed episode of Tech Talk They cover the latest tech news, answer listener questions, and share helpful tips to make the most of your devices — all while keeping you safe and savvy online.

From fake Disney+ emails to Discord’s massive data breach — it’s a busy week in tech! Alan Perry and Ricky Winter uncover the latest scams, explain how to protect your accounts, and share smart travel tech tips. Plus, what Windows 10 users need to know before support ends next week, and why Ring’s new AI features could help find lost pet

This week on Tech Talk, Alan Perry is joined by Charles Martin, Program Director of the Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group and Weekend News Editor at AppleInsider.com. They dive into the newest iPhone features in iOS 26.0.1 — from Live Translation to smarter cameras and visual intelligence tools — plus the latest in security and privacy news. And as always, Alan and Charles answer your tech questions live on air!

This week on Tech Talk, Alan Perry and Gary Beyer help you navigate scams, system updates, and offer some helpful tech tips.  With Windows 10 support ending soon and scam texts on the rise, they share practical advice to keep you protected. Plus, find out the easiest way to convert photos for free, and learn why waiting before upgrading to Apple’s newest OS might save you headaches later.

This week on Tech Talk, your host and technology tutor Alan Perry is joined by Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum. They break down the biggest tech stories of the week, including why you might want to hit pause before upgrading to Apple’s new Liquid Glass operating systems, plus Meta’s latest smart glasses announcement—and of course, your live tech questions answered on air!

On this week’s Tech Talk, Alan Perry is joined by Kyle Wilson, Colwood-based IT specialist, Wikipedia administrator, and Business Insider contributor. We dive into the latest tech headlines, including Apple’s brand-new iPhone 17 lineup, AirPods Pro with real-time Live Translation, and new Apple Watches. Plus, we warn you about scammers posing as Telus Mobility reps and answer your tech questions live on-air!

From a convincing ICBC scam to Apple’s new iPhone lineup and Neuralink brain chips in Canadian patients—this Tech Talk episode has it all! Join Alan Perry and Aitan Roubini for the week’s top tech stories and live listener Q&A

Terry Sirup from Priority 1 Computers joins us for the Labour Day Long Weekend Edition of "Tech Talk", to discuss the week's tech news and to answer your tech qustions.