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Bob&AliceWorldTour - Renaissance Reflections & Hidden Squares - Florence, Italy

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https://youtu.be/jhZo41ntf88 Bob and Alice arrive in Florence, where quiet streets and hidden squares reflect centuries of art, thought, and craftsmanship. 🏛️✨ Away from the crowds, Renaissance stone glows softly in the light, inviting reflection and unhurried discovery. This chapter of their world tour slows the pace — a moment to breathe, observe, and appreciate the beauty that shaped so much of our modern world. 🌍🎨 This was created in collaboration with ChatGPT and Veo 3.1 See all of the stops on Bob & Alice's World Tour at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g22YuSiDk0gX__Zjiape5rWF&si=WMOZg4pX77b6MTv5   #WorldCruise #Florence #Renaissance #AliceAndBob #VirtualTravel #Veo #AITravel #HiddenSquares #Italy  

The Wi-Fi Calling Safety Trap – iPhone Edition 📱

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Hello everyone! It’s Bob here. 👋 We all love our iPhones, don't we? They are incredibly smart. They know your face, your fingerprint, and exactly how many steps you took before breakfast. But recently, a massive cell carrier outage revealed a hidden danger. It turns out your iPhone has a "blind spot" that could be risky in an emergency. I warned my Android friends about this recently, and now it is time to make sure my iPhone users are safe, too. 🛡️ The Problem: Your iPhone Might Be Invisible When you make a call using a normal cell tower, the tower "triangulates" your signal. This means 911 dispatchers can find your physical location automatically. It is a great safety net. However, when cell service fails and your phone switches to Wi-Fi Calling , that safety net disappears. The internet sees your voice, but it doesn't necessarily see your street address. 🏠 If you dial 911 over Wi-Fi without configuring this one specific setting, help might not be able...

ImagineX created Desktop Background Image - Sci-Fi & Futurism

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Good for windows 10 and 11. New one daily or, whenever I remember to create it. Theme: Sci-Fi & Futurism (12) Grok's Description: This breathtaking image captures a majestic spiral galaxy (inspired by our very own Milky Way) viewed from a dramatic angle in deep space. It features a brilliant, glowing golden-orange central bulge that radiates intense light, surrounded by gracefully swirling arms filled with countless sparkling stars, dark cosmic dust lanes, and subtle hints of colorful nebulae. The background is an inky black void dotted with distant stars, giving an epic sense of cosmic scale and wonder—like staring into the heart of the universe itself. Access ImagineX AI at the following link: https://imaginex.video/en/tools Wallpaper Instructions: https://youtu.be/BM1AX7SbiMc Got a special request, let me know. 

Bob The Cyber-Guy’s Wi-Fi Calling Safety Tip

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Wi-Fi Calling is one of those quiet helpers that you don’t notice… until the cell network goes down and your phone still works . That happened to me during a recent Verizon outage. Wi-Fi Calling kicked in automatically, and I never missed a call. But there’s an important safety detail most people don’t know — especially when it comes to calling 911 . 🚨 Why This Tip Matters When you call 911 over a cell tower , your location can usually be found automatically. When you call 911 using Wi-Fi Calling , your phone is using the internet — not cell towers. That means 911 depends on the emergency address you entered in your phone. No address, wrong address, or an old address? 👉 Emergency services may not know where to send help. The good news? Fixing this is easy — and you only need to do it once.- Unless you move! ✅ Bob’s Step-by-Step Wi-Fi Calling Emergency Address Check (Simple enough for anyone to follow) Step 1 Open your Settings app ⚙️ (That little gear icon.) St...

Bob the Cyber-Guy’s Cyber Safety Tip #122

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“Your Voicemail Can Be a Back Door” Most people protect their email. Most people protect their bank account. Very few people protect their voicemail. Scammers know this. 🚨 What’s the hidden risk? Many services still use voicemail for account recovery : Password reset codes “We just sent you a verification call” Security confirmations If a criminal: Steals your phone number (SIM-swap), or Accesses an unprotected voicemail They can intercept reset codes and take over: Email accounts Financial accounts Social media Cloud services No malware needed. No hacking wizardry. Just voicemail. ⚠️ Common mistakes scammers exploit Default voicemail PIN (often 0000 or 1234 ) No PIN at all Voicemail accessible from any phone Reusing the same PIN as your bank card (yes, people do this) ✅ Simple protection steps (5 minutes total) Set a strong voicemail PIN (not birthdays or repeats) Disable “remote voicemail access” if you don’t use it ...

The Social Contract - Reclaiming American National Unity

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https://youtu.be/AZf-j2SLiec America calls itself the United States—but how united are we, really? In this episode, we take an honest, plain-spoken look at one of the most difficult conversations facing the country today: unity, identity, and immigration. Without slogans or shouting, we explore what it means to belong, why shared values matter, and how unchecked division—on all sides—puts our future at risk. This isn’t about blaming people. It’s about asking hard questions, respecting those who followed the rules, and figuring out how a nation built by immigrants can stay united without losing itself. A thoughtful conversation for anyone who loves this country, worries about where it’s headed, and believes honest dialogue still matters. The video was created by NotebookLM based on my Blog post: https://bob3160.blogspot.com/2026/01/united-states-of-america-how-united-are.html  

Bob&AliceWorldTour - Gondola Ride — Back Canals - Venice, Italy

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https://youtu.be/nxTQiTRHIQk Bob and Alice drift through Venice the old way — by gondola, along the city’s quiet back canals. 🛶✨ Away from the crowds, narrow waterways reveal weathered stone, hidden doorways, and reflections that shimmer with centuries of stories. This peaceful ride captures Venice at its most personal, where time slows and every turn feels like a secret shared. 🌍💙 This was created in collaboration with ChatGPT and https://www.medeo.app/ See all of the stops on Bob & Alice's World Tour at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g22YuSiDk0gX__Zjiape5rWF&si=WMOZg4pX77b6MTv5 #WorldCruise #Venice #Gondola #AliceAndBob #VirtualTravel #Veo #AITravel #BackCanals #Italy 

Copilot AI created Desktop Background Image - Abstract & Minimalist Art

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Good for windows 10 and 11. New one daily or, whenever I remember to create it. Theme: Abstract & Minimalist Art (12) Copilot's Description: This abstract desktop image features a minimalist composition of geometric shapes on a soft beige canvas. A bold orange semi-circle anchors the top left, contrasted by a subtle beige circle near the top right. A thick black curved line loops through the center, adding dynamic tension, while a deep green triangle in the bottom right provides visual grounding. The interplay of color, form, and negative space evokes a modernist aesthetic—clean, contemplative, and visually balanced. Access Copilot AI at the following link: https://copilot.microsoft.com/ Wallpaper Instructions: https://youtu.be/BM1AX7SbiMc Got a special request, let me know. 

ChatGPT Health & Your Medical Data - The Illusion of Privacy in AI Healthcare

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https://youtu.be/JdCXHjWEM7w Can you really trust AI with your medical information? ChatGPT Health says you can safely share your health data — but before you do, Bob the Cyber-Guy pauses the hype and asks a few hard, experience-tested questions. This video was created by NotebookLM, based on an original blog post by Bob the Cyber-Guy (Norbert (Bob) Gostischa), and it takes a calm, practical look at what “secure” actually means in today’s digital healthcare world. ( https://bob3160.blogspot.com/2026/01/chatgpt-health-your-medical-data.html ) No scare tactics. No tech jargon overload. Just clear thinking, real-world perspective, and common-sense guidance. If you’ve ever wondered where the smart line is between using AI and over-sharing with it, this one’s worth your time. 

ChatGPT Health & Your Medical Data

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OpenAI recently announced ChatGPT Health, a healthcare-focused version of ChatGPT designed to help people better understand medical information. Along with the announcement came a reassuring message from OpenAI: You can safely share your medical information. - Really??? Now, on the surface, that sounds comforting — and to be fair, it’s a more careful approach than the early days of “ask the AI anything and hope for the best.” But as someone who’s spent years talking about technology, cybersecurity, and real-world risks, I want to slow this conversation down and add some much-needed perspective. Because when it comes to health data, trust should never be automatic. What ChatGPT Health Promises According to OpenAI, ChatGPT Health offers: A separate, dedicated health space inside ChatGPT Medical conversations kept apart from general chats Health data not used to train AI models Strong encryption and access controls Clear limits: the AI does not diagnose or replace your doctor Those are al...

United States of America — How United Are We?

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I love this country. It’s not just where I live—it’s the country my parents chose. They didn’t arrive by accident. They came with intent: to become Americans, to contribute, to belong. That distinction matters more today than many are willing to admit. And right now, the United States is in trouble—not because disagreement exists (that’s normal), but because unity has been replaced with suspicion, resentment, and silence. We avoid hard conversations instead of having honest ones. So let’s not avoid one of the biggest fault lines of all. Let’s talk about illegal immigration—plainly, respectfully, and without slogans. Unity Requires Shared Commitment America has always been a nation of immigrants. That’s not up for debate. But it has never been a nation without borders, laws, or expectations. Legal immigration is built on a shared understanding: You enter through a process You accept the laws You work toward becoming part of the country—not reshaping it to resemble what you left behind T...

Walmart & Gemini: Shopping Just Got a Whole Lot Easier

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"Have you ever wished you could just tell your phone what you need from the store, and it actually listened? Well, get ready because shopping is about to get a whole lot easier. Walmart is teaming up with Google's Gemini, and it is like having a helpful friend in your pocket. Instead of searching through aisles or tapping endless buttons on an app, you can now just have a chat. You tell Gemini what you need—whether it’s milk, cookies, or a birthday gift—and it does the heavy lifting for you. It’s simple, fast, and surprisingly smart!" Imagine you have a super-smart robot friend named Gemini (that lives in your phone). Before today, if you wanted to buy cookies from Walmart, you had to leave your robot friend, open a different door (the Walmart app), and look for cookies yourself. Here is the big news: Walmart and Google just made a deal so Walmart can "live" inside your robot friend's house. Here is what that means for you, explained simply: 1. You Just Ask,...

Bob The Cyber-Guy and the Magic Windows Key

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https://youtu.be/v8iMuAm-WaI Unlock the "Magic" Hiding on Your Keyboard Ever feel like your computer is speaking a different language? Join Bob the Cyber-Guy in this charming story as he helps a friend discover a "magic wand" that has been sitting right on her keyboard all along. It’s not about being a tech genius—it’s about knowing one simple secret that can instantly declutter your screen, find lost memories, and make your digital life effortless. Watch the video to discover the "magic key" that can transform your computer experience today! I used ChatGPT, Gemini's Storybook, Zoom's Clips, and ScreenPal, to put this information together. 

Ithy AI created Desktop Background Image - Nature & Landscapes

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Good for windows 10 and 11. New one daily or, whenever I remember to create it. Theme: Nature & Landscapes (12) Ithy's Description: The central element of this landscape is a formidable mountain range, its peaks reaching towards the heavens. The soft, golden light of either dawn or dusk gently illuminates their rugged contours, highlighting the dramatic textures and creating a sense of depth. This choice not only symbolizes strength and endurance but also offers a visually captivating focal point for your desktop. Imagine the crisp, clear air and the silent grandeur emanating from these digital summits. Access Ithy AI at the following link: https://ithy.com/ Wallpaper Instructions: https://youtu.be/BM1AX7SbiMc Got a special request, let me know. 

Bob&AliceWorldTour - Dorsoduro — Sunset Walk - Venice, Italy

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https://youtu.be/_eLu4ldWzjQ As the sun settles over Venice, Bob and Alice wander through Dorsoduro — one of the city’s most peaceful neighborhoods. 🌅🚶‍♂️ Quiet canals, warm stone, and the soft glow of sunset create a moment made for reflection and unhurried discovery. After the bustle of markets and the calm of New Year’s morning, this gentle walk shows Venice at its most personal and timeless. 🌍✨ This was created in collaboration with ChatGPT and Gemini's VEO 3.1 See all of the stops on Bob & Alice's World Tour at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g22YuSiDk0gX__Zjiape5rWF&si=WMOZg4pX77b6MTv5 #WorldCruise #Venice #Dorsoduro #AliceAndBob #VirtualTravel #Veo #AITravel #SunsetWalk #Italy 

Claude AI created Desktop Background Image - AI fun

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Good for windows 10 and 11. New one daily or, whenever I remember to create it. Theme: AI fun (11) Claude's Description: I've created a vibrant "AI Fun" themed desktop wallpaper featuring a cheerful, glowing robot character as the centerpiece. The robot has a bright cyan body with yellow glowing eyes and a happy smile, complete with a pink antenna on top. The background features a deep purple-to-teal gradient with scattered stars and a subtle neural network pattern of glowing green nodes and connections, representing artificial intelligence. The title "AI FUN" appears at the top in a vibrant cyan-magenta-yellow gradient with a glowing effect. Floating code symbols and brackets drift across the scene, and colorful geometric shapes accent the corners, creating a playful, tech-inspired atmosphere perfect for anyone who loves AI and technology. Access Claude AI at the following link: https://claude.ai Wallpaper Instructions: https://youtu.be/BM1AX7SbiMc Got a sp...

Stop Waiting for "Perfect" — Start Making Progress

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https://youtu.be/FnXbb9jMTEU Are you waiting for "The Perfect Time"? We’ve all been there—you’re ready to start something new, but then that little voice whispers: "Maybe I should wait for the next version..." or "What if there’s a better way to do this?" It sounds like smart planning, but it’s actually a trap! In this video, we’re pulling back the curtain on the Perfection Trap and why waiting for "perfect" might be costing you more than you realize. Watch to discover: Why "perfect" is actually a ghost that never shows up. The hidden cost of staying in the "research phase." How to choose progress today so you can finally get moving. Don’t let the next version stop you from starting today. Click play and let’s get to work! I used ChatGPT, Gemini, NotebookLM, and ScreenPal to put this information together.