Tech Talk with Alan Perry

Charles Martin, Program Director for the Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group, joins us for our Thanksgiving Long Weekend Edition.

Tech enthusiast Ron Fraser joins us to review the week's tech news including Apple's '27' family of operating systems, and to help solve your tech problems.

Alan and producer and IT Specialist Kyle Wilson review the new Meta AI app and smart glasses plus the week's tech news and answers to your tech questions.

Ricky Winter from Colwood London Drugs joins us to review the week's tech news and solve your tech problems.

Gary Beyer from Tesseract joins us to review the week's tech news and to solve your tech problems.

Aitan Roubini, President of the Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group, joins us for our Labour Day Long Weekend Edition of "Tech Talk".

Tech Enthusiast John Vis joins us to review the week's tech news and to solve your tech problems.

Barbara Wilson, In-Home Printer Tech at Monk Office in Victoria, joins us to review the week's tech news and to solve your tech problems.

Tech Talk August 15, 2026 by Alan Perry

Charles Martin, Program Director for the Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group, joins us to review the week's tech news and to answer your tech questions.

Gary Beyer from Tesseract Computers joins Alan and new producer Kyle Wilson to review the week's tech news on the BC Day Long Weekend edition of Tech Talk.

IT Specialist Kyle Wilson joins Alan and Producer-in-Training Cáit Caden to review the week's tech news and to solve your tech problems.

Retired tech enthusiast Ron Fraser joins Alan, Producer Kyle Wilson and Producer-in-Training Cáit Caden to review the week's tech news and tech questions.

Gary Beyer from Tesseract Computers joins us to review the week's tech news as we bid farewell to producer Kathryn Abbott and welcome Kyle Wilson & Caít Caden

Aitan Roubini, President of the Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group joins us to review the week's tech news and to solve your tech problems.

Tech Talk – June 27 2026 Alan Perry and co-host Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum, cover the latest tech scams, including fake Amazon fraud calls, browser hijack "virus" warnings, and bogus Apple purchase receipts designed to steal your personal information, and more.

Brandon Laur, CEO of The White Hatters, joins us to detail how to stay safe online -- especially when using social media -- and to review the week's tech news.

IT specialist and producer in training joins us to review the weeks tech news including Apple's unveiling of Siri AI and Apple Intelligence and the OS 27 family of operating systems coming this fall

Alan Perry and guest co‑host Charles Martin, Victoria Mac & iOS Users Group Program Director, cover new scam alerts including fake Canada Groceries & Essentials Benefit texts, bogus Interac e‑Transfers, TD Direct phishing emails, and a dangerous document‑sharing scam. They also look at the federal review of the CRTC’s 15% streaming levy, a July 13 deadline affecting Microsoft Office users, what to expect from Apple’s WWDC keynote, rising UK ETA travel fees, updated international roaming options, and Walmart’s launch of Walmart+ in Canada.

Alan Perry and Colwood-based IT specialist, Wikipedia administrator, and Business Insider contributor Kyle Wilson cover new phone carrier and document-sharing scams, Chrome’s hidden 4GB AI download, Freedom Mobile deals, Apple and Amazon satellite updates, Gmail Live, travel tech tips, Microsoft Office changes, streaming regulations, and more. Plus the discovery of a rare ostrich-like dinosaur fossil on Denman Island.

Tech Talk – May 23 2026: Alan Perry and Gary Beyer cover new scam alerts, Apple’s Canadian “Sirigate” lawsuit, transit tap-to-pay in B.C., streaming regulations, Gemini AI upgrades, travel tech tips, LibreOffice tweaks, AI failures at Starbucks, and more. Plus the discovery of the massive marine reptile Tylosaurus rex (“TEX”).

Alan Perry and Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum, cover major Apple security updates, scam alerts, Google and Android news, AI privacy concerns, telecom price hikes, travel tech tips, folding phones, new AI data centres in B.C., and more.

Alan Perry is joined by Charles Martin to discuss the latest tech news and security alerts, including the return of the Rogers “free iPad” scam, Estée Lauder and CRA data breach settlements, the Canvas ransomware attack affecting major universities, Europe’s new EES travel delays, Bell’s controversial new device fee, Telus using AI to alter call-centre accents, upcoming Apple 26.5 updates, AI age-verification tools from Meta, safer child-protection batteries from Energizer, Freedom Mobile and Starlink deals, Apple’s education pricing changes, floating AI data centres, and more.

Alan Perry is joined by Terry Sirup of Priority 1 Computers to cover the latest in tech, including new scam alerts - fake virus pop-ups, job offer texts, and subscription renewal scams, the first Canadian “SMS blaster” fraud case, Microsoft account security issues, travel tech warnings - Europe’s new EES delays and carry-on size changes, rising SSD and RAM prices, telecom updates, and more.

Alan Perry with Retired Sidney Tech Enthusiast, Ron Fraser cover TC 10K road closures, scam alerts (BC Hydro texts, fake bank & delivery emails, Rogers/Shaw billing scams), Apple security updates, 5G plans, AI developments, telecom changes and more.

Alan Perry is joined by Gary Beyer, Owner of Tesseract Computers to cover the latest in tech, including Apple iOS 26.4.1 bug-fix updates, scam alerts (parking ticket texts, fake Shaw emails, CRA and DocuSign scams, and bank fraud calls), Apple app update changes, satellite-to-mobile expansion, AI developments, telecom deals, and more. Kathryn Abbott discusses the University of Calgary setting a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people dressed as dinosaurs. All this and more.

Tech Talk – April 11 2026: Alan Perry is joined by Ricky Winter (Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum) to cover the latest in tech, including Apple 26.4.1 updates, scam alerts (CRA texts and Facebook account takeovers), Freedom Mobile’s latest plans, AI security developments, Kindle Store cutoff news, and Artemis II lunar mission updates, plus Kathryn Abbott highlights the discovery of marine fossils on Mount Everest showing the peak was once an ancient seabed, and more.

Alan Perry is joined by Aitan Roubini (Victoria Mac & iOS User Group President, MacZen.ca) to cover the latest in tech, including iOS/iPadOS 18 security updates, Freedom Mobile’s latest plans, job and crypto scams, Artemis II lunar mission updates, Kathryn Abbott discusses Griffinflies and how their size was not limited by oxygen levels alone, and more.

Alan Perry is joined by Kyle Wilson Colwood-based IT Specialist, Wikipedia Administrator, and Business Insider contributor) to cover the latest in tech, including Apple 26.4 updates, scam alerts, WhatsApp features, Sony hardware shortages, PS5 price hikes, and more.

Alan Perry is joined by Gary Beyer (Co-Host, Owner of Tesseract Computers) to cover Apple’s latest security patch, new scam alerts targeting Shaw users and crypto holders, and a growing list of major data breaches including Loblaw. They also break down Freedom Mobile’s latest plan changes and the ongoing price war across Canadian carriers, plus tips to keep your devices and your data secure.

Alan Perry is joined by Jay King, Audio/Video Specialist at Atlas Audio Video Unlimited, to dive into the latest tech news. They cover Apple’s critical security updates for older iPhones and iPads, the risks of fake emails and malware targeting Macs, and other top security alerts. Plus, they break down Freedom Mobile bringing back its $40/month plan with massive 5G data and international roaming, along with other hot tech deals this weekend.

Alan Perry is joined by Rickie Winter (Tech Experience Manager, London Drugs Tillicum) and Charles Martin (VMUG Program Director & London Drugs In‑Home Tech) to break down the latest Apple news and dig into Freedom Mobile’s insane new plan

Alan Perry and Gary Beyer cover security alerts, tech news, and practical tips: Triangle/Canadian Tire accounts hacked, Discord delays facial age verification, and smart credit card “lock” tips. Mobile updates: Freedom’s 100GB plan, Rogers/Shaw rate hike, and B.C.’s new 7% PST on cable/home phones. Samsung’s Galaxy S26, Apple’s March announcements, and Meta’s AI-after-death patent are also discussed. Plus: travel tech updates, and Kathryn’s Paleontology News on the AI-powered DinoTracker app that identifies dinosaur footprints.

This week on Tech Talk, Alan Perry is joined by Berle Zwaan, just-retired Saanich Police Fraud Squad officer and founder of the Outsmart the Scammer Fraud Prevention Society, for an in-depth look at the latest scams and how to protect yourself. Breaking down a surge in dangerous new scams, including fake BC Hydro refund texts, phony nurse benefit messages, Amazon “hold” calls, Disney+ email fraud, and account reset code traps, and explains exactly how criminals are trying to get into your bank and email accounts. In tech news, we cover Apple’s upcoming March event, Google’s new Pixel 10a, Samsung’s next Galaxy reveal, new PST charges coming to cable and home phone services in B.C., emerging 5G terms like VoNR, the new federal EV rebate program, and a controversial Meta AI patent that could post on your behalf after you die. Plus: major mobile plan deals from Freedom and Public Mobile, new streaming perks for MLS fans, and Kathryn’s Paleontology News on a newly discovered “unicorn” dinosaur from the Sahara.

Alan Perry is joined by Ricky Winter, Tech Experience Manager at London Drugs Tillicum, for the latest in tech news, tips, and deals. This week: Apple’s critical OS 26.3 updates for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches, warnings about Microsoft 365 scam emails, and practical advice to keep your devices secure.

Alan Perry is joined by Aitan Roubini, President of the Victoria Mac and iOS User Group and owner of MacZen.ca, to cover the latest scams, Apple security updates for older devices, and Google’s voice assistant privacy settlement. They also break down weekend tech deals, how to stream the Olympics and Super Bowl without cable, major UK travel rule changes, and Rogers’ new cruise-friendly Roam Like Home pass, plus updated travel tech tips.

Alan Perry is joined by Ron Fraser, retired Sidney tech enthusiast, for a wide-ranging look at security and privacy news. This week’s show covers urgent Apple and Microsoft updates, new online scams targeting Booking.com, LastPass, Under Armour, and Canada Computers customers, and what to do if your data may be compromised. They also break down major tech stories, including Apple’s new AirTags, Sony’s surprise TV deal with TCL, social media lawsuits and bans, Meta’s upcoming paid features, and big changes to Air Miles. Plus, the best tech deals of the weekend and a new dinosaur discovery from Patagonia.

Join Alan Perry, technology tutor and host, with Terry Sirup, Computer Tech and Store Sales Manager at Priority 1 Computers, for the latest in tech news, deals, and tips. This weekend, they’ll cover the hottest mobile plans, discounts on laptops and gadgets, rising RAM and SSD prices, and major updates from Apple, Microsoft, TikTok, and OpenAI. Plus, essential advice on avoiding online scams and protecting your security and privacy.

On this episode of Tech Talk, Alan Perry (Host and Technology Tutor) is joined by Charles Martin (Co-host, Victoria Mac and iOS Users Group Program Director and London Drugs In-Home Tech) and producer Kathryn Abbott They cover important security and privacy news, including CRA text scams and Facebook Marketplace frauds, break down standout announcements from CES 2026, and highlight smart tech deals and gadgets worth watching. Plus, updates on Apple TV, AI basics and whether you should be using it, and answers to your tech questions.

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.