29th January 2026 - Tech News & Reviews on BBC Radio London

29th January 2026 - Tech News & Reviews on BBC Radio London

Author: Gadget Detective - Fevzi Turkalp January 31, 2026 Duration: 19:22

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

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Ever find yourself overwhelmed by the constant churn of tech news and gadget reviews? Gadget Detective-A selection of free tech advice & tech news broadcasts by Fevzi Turkalp on the BBC & elsewhere cuts through the noise. This podcast is your curated source for straightforward, practical technology advice and analysis, directly from Fevzi Turkalp's expert segments featured across major broadcasters. You'll hear his insightful commentary and helpful guidance originally aired on the BBC, TalkRADIO, LBC, and other outlets, all compiled into one convenient feed. The discussions focus on demystifying the latest gadgets, breaking down complex tech news into understandable takeaways, and offering actionable tips you can use in your daily digital life. It’s a selection designed for anyone who wants to stay informed without the hype, featuring trusted advice from a familiar voice in tech media. Tune into this podcast for a no-nonsense, informative listen that feels like having a knowledgeable friend explain what’s new and what actually matters.
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