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Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Richard Spurr on LBC Radio to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. On the show; Criminals are using AI voice cloning to commit fraud after getting victims to take part in scam lifestyle surveys. A look at the increased investment in Artificial Intelligence with new models constantly being released, and is becoming addicted to AI an issue? Listener questions - Is facial or fingerprint recognition on your phone still safe to use when online banking?- When we're not teaching AI how to be human how can we stop it from behaving inhumanely?- Which is the best security camera what will work on a PC rather than a phone app?- How best to protect an email account, arguably the most important consideration online.- How much Intellectual Property protection does an artist or developer have with AI using their work?- How to access BitCoin belonging to a deceased relative. Gadget of the Week goes to; Devolo's Magic 2 WiFi Next. This mesh wifi network kit combines both wifi and your home's electrical circuit to offer better coverage throughout your property, avoiding the need to run ethernet cables everywhere. Available with 2 or 3 adapters, with optional extra adapters, which have both wifi and ethernet capability, this is an ideal way to improve your internet connection. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show Yubico's Yubikey range. These USB adapters pop into your PC or Laptop to add biometric identification. Ideal for adding a further level of security in case your device is stolen. Aqara's IP Security Cameras. With a range of security cameras there's something for almost everybody's requirements if they want to improve their home security. NextBase's range of dash cams and car security. With a variety of products from basic dash cams to whole car protection, there's something to suit everybody's car security needs. An essential addition to any vehicle today. You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Richard#Spurr#LBC#Radio#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#Voice#Video#Cloning#Fraud#Bank#Lifestyle#Survey#Scam#Phone#Calls#Authentication#Biometrics#Facial#Recognition#Fingerprint#Asimov#Laws#Anthropic#Claud#ChatGPT#Grok#Moltbook#OpenAI#Gemini#Google#Email#Password#LastPass#OnePass#IP#Intellectual#Property#Music#Art#TV#Bitcoin#Wallet#BlockChain#GadgetoftheWeek#Week#Devolo#Magic#2#Wifi#Next#Electrical#Powerline#Circuit#Network#Adapter#Yubikey#Device#Security#USB#Aqara#Security#Camera#Nextbase#Dashcam#Dash#Car#Van#Crash#Cam

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Richard Spurr on LBC Radio to discuss the pros and cons of Artificial Intelligence after an insurance company's survey found a large number of people are using AI to help with DIY projects around the home. How much should we be relying upon AI's advice when undertaking such work? Plus a look at MoltBook, a social media platform exclusively for AI bots to interact, where humans can watch but not take part, and the result is a little concerning when they start creating their own religion! You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Richard#Spurr#LBC#Radio#Artificial#Intelligence#AI#DIY#Do#It#Yourself#Regulations#Repairs#Gas#Electrics#ChatGPT#Gemini#Video#Photo#Job#Employment#Self#Harm#Science#Research#Future#MoltBook#Social#Media#Bots#Religion#Church#Molt#Money#Memecoin#Scam#API#Privacy#Public#Society

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC Radio to discuss how the UK Government will be offering free AI skill courses for all adults by 2030. Partnering with the likes of Amazon, Google, and IBM to collate online courses, many of which are offering certificates suitable for use on CVs. These come along with a raft of other online courses. Plus driverless taxis could be launching in London as early as September this year, but are we and the technology ready? Gadget of the Week goes to Logitech Casa. This pop-up desk comprises a hi-tech wireless keyboard and trackpad which all fit neatly into a folio that also functions as a stand for your tablet or laptop. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more details are in the show. You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Clive#Bull#LBC#Radio#UK#Government#Adult#Learning#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#Courses#Free#CV#Certification#Job#Applications#IBM#Google#Amazon#AWS#Skills#England#Waymo#Driverless#Cars#London#Taxi#Cab#Uber#Legislation#Legality#GadgetoftheWeek#Logitech#Casa#Pop#Up#Wireless#Keyboard#Trackpad#Folio#Case#Stand#Laptop#Tablet

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This week; Alan Musk has announced Tesla will be moving their focus away from cars to AI. What is driving this change? Gadget of the Week goes to Soundcore'S Work AI Voice Recorder. Around the size of a pound coin, this microphone clips on to clothes, sticks magnetically to the back of your phone, or comes with a cord, with a built in battery offering around 8 hours' recording, or 32 hours with a supplied clip on case. This uses AI to transcribe your conversations to text, differentiating between speakers, and can also translate. With 300 minutes of free transcription a month or a subscription model for those needing more, this could be ideal for those needing to keep a lot of notes from conversations. Scoring 4 out of 5, listen in for more. Corsair's Galleon 100 SD Computer Keyboard with built-in Stream Deck. This high performance mechanical keyboard comes with a built-in 12 button customisable Stream Deck where the number pad would usually reside, featuring a 720x180 pixel display and two rotary dials, this is ideal not just for gamers but anybody looking to automate repetitive tasks. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show. Microsoft's 365 Premium free for a year for students. Coming with 1tb of online storage and access to Microsoft's top of the range AI, plus a year's access to LinkedIn Premium Career. Ideal for students and those job hunting. Details on how to grab this deal are in the show.  The UK Government announcing plans, in conjunction with a range of companies, to give every adult free training in the use of AI in an effort to make them more productive in an ever changing job market. Details on how to access these courses is available in the show. You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London just after 1pm every other Thursday and can follow and contact him on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#BBC#Radio#BYD#Canada#Tesla#Elon#Musk#Cars#Vehicles#Boycott#Trump#Tariffs#US#USA#America#GadgetoftheWeek#Corsair#Galleon#100SD#Computer#Keyboard#Built#In#Elgato#StreamDesk#Stream#Deck#Automate#Programmable#Screen#Buttons#Podcasting#Gaming#Number#Pad##Soundcore#Work#Microphone#Transcribe#Translate##Microsoft#365#Premium#Year#Free#Student#Offer#1TB#Online#Cloud#LinkedIn#Totem#Card#Career#Offer#UK#Government#Adult#Training#Job#AWS#IBM#Artificial#Intelligence

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Sarah Gorrell on BBC Radio Sussex to discuss how to protect your smartphone data. Should we be Spring cleaning out phones to remove apps we don't often use, especially as so many demand permission to access so much of our information? Plus how do we back up our data in case our device fails? You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#BBC#Radio#Sussex#Sarah#Gorrell#Smartphone#Phone#Security#Data#Contacts#Microphone#Location#Apps#Games#Apple#Goolge#Spyware#Information#Memory#Download#Uninstall#Backup#Cloud#iCloud#Automatic#Android#iOS#Contacts#Photos#Movies#Videos#Messages#Whatsapp#Clean

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss how the rise of AI is causing an increase in the cost of gadgets due to the global demand for ram and storage, and are AI results already being influenced by sponsorship? Gadget of the Week goes to Microsoft's 365 Premium free for a year for students. Coming with 1tb of online storage and access to Microsoft's top of the range AI, plus a year's access to LinkedIn Premium Career. Ideal for students and those job hunting. Details on how to grab this deal are in the show. Corsair's Galleon 100SD Computer Keyboard with built-in Stream Deck. This high performance mechanical keyboard comes with a built-in 12 button customisable Stream Deck where the number pad would usually reside, featuring a 720x180 pixel display and two rotary dials, this is ideal not just for gamers but anybody looking to automate repetitive tasks. More in the show. You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Clive#Bull#LBC#Radio#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#Data#Centres#Centers#Ram#Memory#Storage#Price#Increase#Global#Nuclear#Power#Water#Production#Shrinkflation#Crucial#Micron#Clutch#Shopping#Research#Bots#ChatGPT#Gemini#Finance#Advertising#GadgetoftheWeek#Microsoft#365#Premium#Year#Free#Student#Offer#1TB#Online#Cloud#LinkedIn#Career#Offer

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins John Beattie on BBC Radio Scotland to discuss the proposed social media ban for under 16s. How would this ban work, can it work, and are there already measures on the books that could be better implemented? You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky on @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#Help#Advice#News#John#Beattie#BBC#Radio#Scotland#UK#Under#16#Social#Media#Ban#Legislation#Law#Online#Safety#Act#Government#Parliament#Age

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to talk tech and answer listener questions. On the show; With talk of a social media ban for under 16s, why are they proposing it and how would it be implemented? Listener questions include - How often should you charge a power bank?- What is the best headset to use for dictating via AI?- What is the difference between 3,4, and 5g?- Is Starlink more advanced than other broadband providers?- What to do if a mobile phone isn't of the quality you need or require- Is Duck Duck Go's browser worthwhile using?- What are the best programs or devices for those with sight issues?- How can you convert 8mm and VHS footage to digital?- Converting footage on an SD card to another video format Gadget of the Week goes to; Soundcore'S Work AI Voice Recorder. Around the size of a pound coin, this microphone clips on to clothes, sticks magnetically to the back of your phone, or comes with a cord, with a built in battery offering around 8 hours' recording, or 32 hours with a supplied clip on case. This uses AI to transcribe your conversations to text, differentiating between speakers, and can also translate. With 300 minutes of free transcription a month or a subscription model for those needing more, this could be ideal for those needing to keep a lot of notes from conversations. Elgato's Video Capture. This gadget sits between your 8mm or VHS player and your PC or laptop and converts your footage to digital formats for easy storage or sharing. An excellent way to preserve your precious memories. R0DE's SmartLav+ Smartphone Lavalier Microphone. Fitted with a standard 3.5mm TRRS plug, this clip on microphone is ideal for those requiring high quality audio, such as podcasters or film makers. Supplied with a foam pop shield for extra clarity and a Kevlar reinforced 4ft cable, this microphone is also compatible with R0DE's free iOS and Android Reporter App. Ideal for those looking for high quality recordings whether at home, in the studio, or on the go. R0DE's AI-Micro Ultra Compact Duel Channel Audio Interface. This compact USB interface offers high quality audio recording whether connected to your PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android or more. Compatible with virtually any microphone fitted with a 3.5mm plug, and with a headphone out socket, too, this supports USB-A, USB-C and Lightning cables. Ideal for those wanting excellent sound quality from their recordings. You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @gadgetdetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Clive#Bull#LBC#Radio#Social#Media#Ban#Under#16#UK#Government#Online#Harm#Addiction#Power#Bank#Charge#Anker#ChatGPT#Gemini#Perplexity#Claud#Mobile#Network#3g#4g#5g#Starlink#Broadband#Elon#Musk#Consumer#Rights#Duck#DuckDuck#Browser#Blind#Vision#Sight#Partially#Sighted#Jaws#Apple#iPhone#Google#Android#Accessibility#Windows#Mac#Convert#8mm#VHS#Digital#SD#Card#GadgetoftheWeek#Elgato#Video#Convertor#Soundcore#Work#Microphone#Transcribe#Translate#R0DE#SmartLav#Lavalier#Clip#Smartphone#Micro#Ultra#Duel#Channel#Audio#Interface#Lightning#USB#Headphone

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss whether 2026 could be the year of the humanoid robot. Designed to be helpers around the home are they really advanced enough just yet to be truly useful? While the AI is certainly progressing, have the robotics caught up sufficiently? Plus, being connected online, are they a security risk? Gadget of the Week goes to; Devolo's Magic 2 WiFi 6 Next Wifi Kit. This kit combines both mains wired and wireless connections to create a mesh network around your home or office, improving coverage. With Wifi 6 implementation for extremely fast wireless connections, this kit comes in different packs to suit all needs. Scoring 4.5 out of 5 You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Grok#Perplexity#AI#Robot#Home#Helper#Robotics#Vacuum#Cleaner#Security#Safety#Companionship#Counselling#Sex#Chores#Cleaning#Ironing#Future#Servant#Dexterity#iRobot#Skynet#Terminator#GadgetoftheWeek#Devolo#Magic#2#Wifi#6#Mesh#Network#Electric#Circuit#Coverage

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jim Davis on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and answer listener questions. This time; - Why is there not a way for the BBC to monitor how much of their service is used to determine how much license needs paying? Gadgets of the Week go to; Devolo's Magic 2 WiFi 6 Next Wifi Kit. This kit combines both mains wired and wireless connections to create a mesh network around your home or office, improving coverage. With Wifi 6 implementation for extremely fast wireless connections, this kit comes in different packs to suit all needs. Scoring 4.5 out of 5 Aqara's Smart Lock U200 Lite. This smart lock allows you to lock and unlock a door remotely using a mobile phone over Wi-Fi or bluetooth, and integrates with your smart home ecosystem to allow use of Alexa, Google or Siri to operate. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show Aqara's G4 Smart Video Doorbell With Chime. This video doorbell offers 24/7 recording to memory card or local NAS storage. With two-way communication and even a voice changing function to allow you to disguise your voice for added security. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show. Plus, hot from the recent CES 2026 in Las Vegas there's; Nebula's X1 Pro 4K Projector. This substantial but portable 4K laser projector offers 7.1.4 surround sound and is capable of throwing an image up to 115 inches at excellent quality. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in the show Withing's Body Scan 2. These hi-tech scales measure 60 different metrics, including hypertension, respiration, heartrate, even ECG and much more using a built in handle, with results being sent to the excellent Withings mobile phone app. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show. You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London every other Thursday just after 1pm and can follow and contact him on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Jim#Davis#BBC#Radio #London#License#Free#Metered#GadgetoftheWeek#Devolo#Magic#2#Wifi#6#Mesh#Network#Electric#Circuit#Coverage#Aqara#Smart#Lock#Lite#U200#Remote#Bluetooth#Timer#Door#Access#G4#Chime#Doorbell#Video#NAS#Storage#Security#Voice#Changer#Anker#Nebula#Pro#4K#Laser#Projector#Portable#Surround#Sound#Fat#Vascular#Heartrate#Respiration#Health#Illness

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC Radio to discuss the latest tech news, including the announcement of ChatGPT Health, a new AI service aiming to help users understand and access health service and advice. Initially available in the US, when will it be available in the UK and should we be cautious of handing it access to our medical records? Plus a look at the latest gadgets showing in Las Vegas at CES 2026, including Soundcore's Nebula X1 Pro, a triple laser based smart projector capable of producing a 4K cinema quality image and wireless 7.4.1 surround sound. Withings Body Scan 2 scales. These measure around 60 different body metrics, including blood pressure, heartrate, ECG, fat and visceral fat levels, menstrual cycle and much, much more. Ideal for those serious about monitoring their health. Lego's SMART Play system. These interactive Lego bricks have speakers and sensors built in to interact with other Lego products, which expands the already massive fun of Lego. You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Clive#Bull#LBC#Radio#ChatGPT#Health#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#Records#NotebookLM#Privacy#Apps#Data#CES#Las#Vegas#2026#Soundcore#Nebula#X1#Pro#Laser#Projector#4K#Surround#Withings#Body#Scan#2#Scales#Pulse#ECG#Heartrate#Blood#Pressure#Lego#SMART#Brick#Sensors#Speakers#Light#Interactive#Play#Blocks

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Henry Riley on LBC Radio to discuss calls for the UK to block access to Elon Musk's social media platform X, formerly Twitter, after it emerged that the AI, Grok, was being used to create deepfake obscene images, including of children and celebrities. Will X clean up its act or is it time for the government to step in? You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#Henry#Riley#LBC#Radio#Elon#Musk#X#Grok#AI#Artificial#Intelligence#OFCOM#Pornography#Porn#Sex#Children#Minors#Celebrities#Ban#Access#Block#UK#Government#EU#Legislation#Law#Paedophilia#Padophilia#Twitter#Deepfake#Trump#US##

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Henry Riley on LBC to discuss how Elon Musk's AI, Grok, as available on X, has started being used for producing illegal images, including it being used to undress children and celebrities. What can and should be done about this appalling development? Will this cause an exodus from X, or will it simply entice even more users to the controversial platform?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com#Fevzi#Turkalp#Gadget#Detective#Tech#Technology#News#Reviews#Help#Advice#LBC#Henry#Riley#X#AI#Grok#Illegal#Images#Pedophilia#Paedophilia#Sex#Nudity#Edit#Adult#Minors#Children#Elon#Musk#Freedom#Speech#Free#Celebritries#Social#Media#Legal#Protection#India#France#OFCOM#US#Regulations#Porn#Pornography#Pornographic#Law#UK

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss the future of AI and what this year could bring. Will we see it increasingly turn from a simple tool to a fully fledged personal assistant? GadgetoftheWeek goes to; Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL. This flagship Android smartphone comes with Google's latest Gemini AI built in to streamline use and even improve the already impressive camera. Eufy's Indoor Cam S350 security camera. This indoor camera contains two cameras, including one with zoom, can pan and tilt and features AI to enhance detection and identify people and pets, and including recognising a baby's cries, making it ideal as a baby monitor. With both memory card storage and optional paid cloud storage, this is an ideal way to improve your home security. Elgato's Wave Neo microphone. This microphone uses software based voice focused AI to enhance the quality, removing background noise such as typing, air condition, and the reverberation common with many recording situations. Ideal for podcasters and anybody else looking for high quality audio recording. The software is also available separately as a VST plugin. You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi #Turkalp #Gadget #Detective #Tech #Technology #News #Reviews #Help #Advice #LBC #Clive #Bull #Artificial #Intelligence #AI #Future #2025 #2026 #Agentic #Chatbot #GadgetoftheWeek #Personal #Assistant #Travel #Self #Driving #Cars #Banking #Information #Security #Data #Appliances #Devices #Wearable #GadgetoftheWeek #Google #Pixel #10 #Pro #XL #Gemini #Eufy #Indoor #Cam #S350 #Pan #Tilt #Zoom #Baby #Monitor #Cries #Pets #Memory #Card #Cloud #Elgato #Wave #Neo #Voice #Focused #Isolation #Noise #Reduction

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jim Davis on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. On the show; what's the future of tech with the increasing use of AI? Gadget of the Week goes to Google's Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL. Featuring the very latest AI advancements built in to streamline and enhance the user experience, helping with everyday tasks and improving the camera quality. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in the show. Eufy Indoor Cam S350. This indoor security camera features two lenses and has pan, tilt, and zoom capabilities and features AI to improve detection reliability, identifying people and pets. With a memory card slot and optional paid access to cloud storage, this is an ideal way to improve your security or just keep an eye on things. Scoring 4.5 out of 5, more in the show. Withings Body Smart range of scales. These scales are capable of detecting fat, visceral fat, muscle, ECG, respiration and much more, and can even help detect the early signs of illness, all connecting to the excellent Withings app for tracking. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in show Elgato's Wave Neo microphone. This entry level microphone comes with AI powered software to process your voice live in real-time to reduce extraneous noise such as a keyboard or air conditioning, along with removing reverberation. Ideal for podcasters, musicians, indeed anybody needing high quality audio recording. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in show You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London every other Thursday just after 1pm and can follow and contact him on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky @GadgetDetective.com #Fevzi #Turkalp #Gadget #Detective #Tech #Technology #News #Reviews #Help #Advice #Jim #Davis #BBC #Radio #London #AI #Artificial #Intelligence #Future #2026 #ChatGPT #Perplexity #Agentic #Claud #Chatbot #Assistant #GadgetoftheWeek #Google #Pixel #10 #Pro #XL #Eufy #Indoor #Cam #S350 #Detection #People #Pet #Baby #Monitor #Pan #Tilt #Zoom #Withings #Body #Smart #Scales #Fat #Vascular #Heartrate #Respiration #Health #Illness #Elgato #Wave #Neo #Microphone #Voice #Reduction #realtime #live #Noise #Quality #Podcast #Musician