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Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice & tech news broadcasts by Fevzi Turkalp on the BBC & elsewhere

Gadget Detective - Fevzi Turkalp

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17:25

26th March 2026 - Tech Talk on BBC Radio London

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/03/26

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This time; A court case in the US has found against Meta and Google, finding they are harmful by design, knowingly creating environments which are addictive, using methods similar to gambling. With hundreds of other cases pending, where will these leave the social media giants and will governments need to implement regulations?Plus March 31st is World Backup Day, when we are all

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14:56

20th March 2026 - Talking AI & Tech on LBC

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/03/22

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC Radio to discuss the UK government backtracking on generative AI regulations, previously planning to allow AI to be trained on copyrighted material and now claiming no position. Just how much influence could the UK government have over a technology largely based and operating overseas, and where will the future of AI take us? Plus a look at the Alexa+ upgrade, this update claims to offer a massive advance in the AI capabilities and offer

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20:03

15th March 2026 - Talking Social Media Addiction on...

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/03/19

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Nick Abbot on LBC Radio to discuss the numerous court cases in America against Meta, owners of Facebook and Instagram, claiming the platforms are addictive and harmful, especially to under 16s, by using push notifications and encouraging doom scrolling. Are these platforms doing enough to protect their users or have they been hiding internal research showing the dangers?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky

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16:41

13th March 2026 - World Sleep Day Tech and more on LBC

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/03/17

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss Grammarly disabling one of their features which allowed users to emulate the style of famous authors, such as Stephen King. With AI generated avatars of presenters actors, and even creating music in the style of specific acts, where will the future lead? Plus a look at World Sleep Day, geared to encouraging people to look at the quality of their sleep to help avoid health issues such as dementia.Gadget of the Week goes

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10:25

11th March 2026 - Talking Online Privacy on BBC Radio...

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/03/16

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Sarah Gorrell to discuss online privacy. Just what are we signing away when we tick that box online, use chatbots, or download that app which asks for too many permissions, and what can we do to improve matters?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky

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25:29

12th March 2026 - Talking Tech & Reviews on BBC Radio...

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2026/03/14

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. This time; Eddie's got a loose ear problem but is it covered? What are your rights if a product you've bought breaks during normal use?Gadget of the Week goes to;AgfaPhoto's Realiview APF3200 Digital Photo Frame. Available from 7 inches up to a whopping wall mountable 32 inches, this digital photo frame is Wi-Fi enabled and can show your photos and videos in style. With 32gb of

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12:31

6th March 2026 - Talking AI and the Military on LBC

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2026/03/11

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Tom Slater on LBC Radio to discuss OpenAI's agreement with the US's Department of War to use its technology in military research and operations. With protests already taking place in the US, just how much of a violation of privacy, both for those in the US and outside, does this pose and should we be more worried about where the use of AI in warfare could take us all? Plus a look at the new Apple products, including the MacBook Neo laptop, with a lower

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7:33

5th March 2026 - Talking Generative Apps on BBC Oxford

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2026/03/10

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Adam Ball on BBC Radio Oxford to discuss which AI reliant apps people use, what advances will it bring but should we be allowing ourselves to become too dependant upon Artificial Intelligence given the negatives inherent in the technology, including to the environment?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and Bluesky

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14:52

3rd March 2026 - Talking Generative AI on BBC London

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/03/08

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss generative AI. What is it? What can it do? What are the dangers? Should we be more wary about the increasing reliance upon the technology, especially considering the impact it has on the environment?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and Bluesky

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12:03

26th February 2026 - The Latest Tech Reviews on BBC...

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/27

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to bring the latest tech news and reviews. This week; How to use a mobile phone sim for broadband internet around your home if you can't get or afford standard internet.Gadget of the Week goes to;TP-Link Archer MR600 Router. This innovative dual band router features everything you'd expect from a modern router, including AC1200Mbps Wi-Fi network speeds, but also adds the ability to insert a sim card and use your

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16:04

22nd February 2026 - Talking Tech News & Reviews on LBC

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/25

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss the many legal cases being brought against social media platforms in the US alleging harm was done to litigants, who claim the way videos and similar content is pushed leads to addiction and other negative effects. With potentially thousands of cases hinging on how these cases go, what may the future hold for the companies involved? Meanwhile, under new legislation in the UK companies will have 48 hours to remove any offensive

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5:56

17th February 2026 - Discussing Driverless Taxis on...

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2026/02/21

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Sarah Gorrell to discuss plans by WayMo to launch driverless taxis on London's roads later this year. Is the technology really ready for use on busy roads or is safety still a major concern? Will people even feel confident using them and who is liable when there is an accident? Plus what of the future, will driverless vehicles become the norm for private ownership, too?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky

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7:46

16th February 2026 - Discussing Online Safety on BBC...

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/19

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Lunchtime Live on BBC Radio Scotland to discuss the UK Government's update to the Online Safety Bill banning under 16s from Social Media and regulating chatbots which are capable of generating adult material. While other countries, such as Australia, already have similar legislation, will the crackdown here in the UK work and how can it be enforced while still respecting the privacy and online freedoms of over 16s? Plus a look at Jools Law, aiming to

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11:30

16th February 2026 - Discussing the Under 16s Ban on LBC

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/18

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss the Online Safety Bill banning under 16s from Social Media in the UK. With other countries, such as Australia, already having such legislation, will the crackdown work and how can it be enforced while respecting the online freedoms and privacy of those over 16?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and BlueSky

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13:37

13th February 2026 - AI Dangers & Tech Reviews on LBC

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2026/02/17

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Clive Bull on LBC to discuss a lawsuit against Meta and Instagram which claims the platform is addictive, is using the platform 16 hours a day not a sign of addiction, as claimed by the boss of Instagram? Plus a lead researcher at Anthropic, creators of Claude AI, raising fears that the technology is increasingly posing a serious danger.Gadget of the Week goes toAnker Solix C200 DC Solar Generator with 60 Watt Panel. This 60,000mAh power bank is capable of

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22:16

12th February 2026 - Tech News & Reviews on BBC Radio...

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/14

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Eddie Nestor on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. On this week's show; The dangers of AI are in the spotlight as a researcher at Anthropic has quit, warning of the potential threats posed by the technology. Plus how visually impaired users can make use of their screened devices.Gadget of the Week goes toDevolo's Magic 2 Wifi Next. This networking solution combines both WiFi and your property's mains wiring to improve the

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5:13

12th February 2026 - Discussing Instagram Addiction...

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/13

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Lunchtime Live on BBC Radio Scotland to discuss a court case in the US against Instagram after a minor user argued that the social media platform caused her to suffer depression. Should more be done to combat online addiction to such content?You can follow and contact the Gadget Detective on X @gadgetdetective and Bluesky

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47:14

5th February 2026 - Discussing AI With Listeners on LBC

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/06

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

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9:33

2nd February 2026 - Discussing AI and DIY on LBC

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/04

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

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14:27

30th January 2026 - UK Government AI Drive and a...

Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice &... ·

2026/02/01

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

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