Big Tech Backlash January 14, 2021 Want to get away from Big Tech? Here’s how The recent ban of Parler from Apple and Google’s app stores and the Amazon shutdown of the social media app might have you thinking about Big Tech’s power. Add to this news that the messaging service WhatsApp, owned by Facebook, is grabbing more of your personal data.
TECH January 10, 2021 Got new tech? Lock it down now before it’s too late It used to be that Windows PCs were a hacker’s primary target. Those days are long gone as Macs, iPhones, and Android phones are being played for anything from a scammer's profits to a partner’s espionage. Want to be shocked?
Wifi November 22, 2020 21 problem-solving gadgets that’ll help make your tech troubles disappear When’s the last time your phone died while you were away from home? Have you ever shattered your screen? What about when all the charging cords in the house mysteriously disappear?
iPhone May 23, 2020 Your phone in a COVID-19 world; 10 DIY steps to take now Lockdowns are loosening, people are returning to public life and back to work. We all know the importance of washing our hands, but tech can help. Tap or click here for the best smart door locks to help prevent spreading germs.
Coronavirus April 17, 2020 7 apps to get you through the coronavirus lockdown The coronavirus pandemic is impacting every area of life. Fortunately, several new apps can help you stay connected, deal with stress and anxiety, and even track symptoms. T
ӣƵ Flash March 14, 2020 The CyberGuy: Three apps to help monitor older loved ones during the coronavirus pandemic Even if Americans cannot be there physically for older loved ones during the coronavirus outbreak, there are apps that can help family members be there electronically, Kurt the CyberGuy said Saturday.
Smartphones February 7, 2020 How to save important voicemails When you’ve lost someone special, any little detail or reminder of that person can mean the world. Google's Super Bowl commercial sure pushed that point home and showed us how instrumental tech can be in preserving those memories.
Privacy January 25, 2020 5 ways to limit your phone’s location tracking What an amazing feat of technology that your phone’s GPS lets you instantly search for nearby cafes, get traffic alerts, and find your friends, among countless other location-sensitive tasks. Parents can breathe easier knowing where the kids are located at the tap of a button.
Smartphones August 24, 2019 6 clever ways to end robotext spam messages before it’s too late If you thought robocalls were annoying, get ready. Spammy text messages promising free gift cards, low credit card interest rates, debt relief services, or other scams are the next nuisance taking over our phones. The goal is the same, though: steal your money.
Wearable Tech August 20, 2019 7 back-to-school gadgets to help you focus When school starts, it still feels like summer. These gadgets will combat the transition back to full-day classes in high school or college when the weather is still distracting. Jot down notes on a laptop, avoid cable clutter, and use an endless notepad to stay focused.
Privacy August 18, 2019 6 signs your phone has stalkerware (and what to do about it) Of all the “wares” out there, “stalkerware” is one of the most frightening. There’s nothing fun about malware or ransomware, and these can leave you feeling foolish and abused. But stalkerware is specifically designed to know where you physically are located. In many cases, stalkers know exactly what you’re doing and when, too.