Your Tech Makeover

Knowing where your family members are, or letting them know where you are, used to mean a phone call. Now your phone can share your real-time location automatically, with people you choose, for as long as you want. This episode walks through two of the best tools for doing this and helps you set them up the right way.
In this episode, you'll learn:
  • How to set up real-time location sharing in Google Maps, step by step
  • How to invite someone to share locations with you even if they don't have Google Maps yet
  • Why Google Maps is the best choice when your friends and family use a mix of iPhone and Android
  • How Apple's Find My app works and when it's the better option for iPhone users
  • How to share your location for a set amount of time vs. indefinitely
  • Real-life situations where location sharing makes life easier, from road trips to keeping an eye on your kids
Location sharing is one of those features that sounds a little over-the-top until you actually use it. Then it becomes indispensable.
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What is Your Tech Makeover?

Your Tech Makeover is a practical tech podcast for everyday people who want clearer answers about phones, passwords, Wi-Fi, smart home devices, online safety, and AI, without the jargon.
If technology often feels harder than it should, you are not alone. Frank Bravo breaks down what matters in plain English so you can make better choices, avoid common mistakes, and feel more confident day to day.
Each episode focuses on one topic you can use right away: backups, scams and phishing, subscriptions, cloud storage, video calls, travel tech, accessibility, and more. The goal is simple: help you get more out of the tech you already own.
New episodes drop every two weeks. Listen wherever you get podcasts, and visit YourTechMakeover.com for show notes and links.