5 holiday tech travel tips

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Are you traveling for the holidays? Listen to this one-minute podcast for five tech tips that will keep things running smoothly.

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Why you keep getting fake emails from Dick's, Delta and Costco

Phishing emails are a common way for crooks to steal your details or infect your device with malware. Some malicious emails pretend to be from a prominent company or government agency and encourage you to click on a link.

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Why fire smoke constantly follows you

If you’ve ever gathered around a campfire, you might have noticed the smoke seems to follow you no matter where you are. No, it’s not your bad luck — there’s actually a scientific reason behind it.

Someone mooching your Netflix? You can log them out remotely

Netflix has gone through a series of shake-ups lately, charging $2 extra for anyone caught sharing account login details, introducing a new low-cost tier with advertising and increasing the price of monthly subscriptions.

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Need hearing aids? New study says AirPods might do the trick

Millions of people struggle to hear properly, which can significantly affect their quality of life. But correct medical care and equipment can be costly and difficult to maintain. Tap or click here to use your Echo to get medical help.

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Recall alert: 4 people have died using this Kickstarter electric skateboard

When a manufacturer releases a product to the public, they’re responsible for any defects or overlooked issues. These could be minor, causing an inconvenience, or dangerous to consumer health and safety. The problem could affect a few thousand units or millions.

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How do oysters make pearls?

Pearls are iridescent spheres made of the same materials as an oyster’s shell. So, why are they so much more beautiful than the shell itself? It all comes down to the life cycle of an oyster.

This Twitter mistake could put you in danger

Elon Musk has taken over Twitter, and people are fleeing the social network in droves. Advertisers and public figures are also flying the coop. Over 877,000 accounts were deactivated between Oct. 27 and Nov. 1.

With all the hubbub surrounding Twitter, other apps are trying to capitalize. A German app called Mastodon is emerging as one of the most popular Twitter replacements. Tap or click here for more on Mastodon and why you may consider making the switch.

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Holiday shopping scams are here - 8 ways to stay safe

Ready or not, the holidays are upon us. That means you’re probably trying to complete your Christmas gift list. If you’re ordering gifts online, you don’t want to leave a trail that will ruin the surprise. Tap or click here for the best ways to hide what you purchase online.

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Check this map to see how bad flu season is hitting your state

Many people turn to the internet when they don’t feel well to find out what is wrong. They enter symptoms into Google and hope to self-diagnose their illness. But that’s never a good idea. Tap or click here to find out why you shouldn’t trust Google for health advice.

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USPS warns not to use these boxes to drop off holiday cards and gifts

Decorative lights are going up, the music on the radio is changing and there’s a sense of excitement in the air. The holiday season is here, and you probably have a list of people you want to show appreciation for.

Finding the perfect gift is a great feeling and even better when it’s a surprise. An ill-timed delivery or Alexa announcement can ruin everything. Tap or click here for tips on hiding your gift purchases.

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