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Do this or anyone can see what your security camera sees

Security cameras are among the first lines of defense in protecting your home from criminals. They can notify you of suspicious activity even when you’re far away. You can keep an eye out for package deliveries and check up on your house while you’re at work.

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Don't fall for this tech support email scam

Setting up a new computer can be challenging unless you know what you are doing. Even then, it might take hours. Some might need a helping hand from a professional, and there are plenty of services to have you up and running in no time. Tap or click here for tech support scams going around right now.

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Low on space on your iPhone? Here's how to clear the hidden 'Other' storage

Is your iPhone running out of storage space? Many things could be taking up valuable real estate from pictures, videos, and streaming downloads. Tap or click here to find out how to clean up your contacts for good.

However, there are occasions when it isn’t apparent why you’re running out of space on your iPhone. These storage issues could be from the little-known Other categories.

Is your Roomba spying? How to stop your robot vacuum from sharing data

Are your smart speakers always listening? Big Tech companies will argue, but the answer is yes. Tap or click here for the Amazon Echo settings you need to change to protect your privacy.

It’s not just speakers you need to worry about. Any connected device in your house can be used to monitor you. This even includes your robot vacuum.

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Shopping smarts: Groceries you shouldn't buy at Walmart

Earlier this year, we saw a steady hike in prices for many commodities such as food, gas and silicon used for electronics. While things are getting better, increased prices have led many to turn to bargain shopping.

According to the USDA, food prices in March 2022 were 8.8% higher than in March 2021. Everything from eggs to meat to produce has been increasing in price. Tap or click here for our report.

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One big mistake most remote workers make

Time management is an essential part of working remotely. However, you can get in trouble if you don’t have a solid schedule for your workload and deadlines. Several apps can help, or if you have a team that works remotely, here are some tips on doing it efficiently.

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Millions of vehicles are currently recalled - How to check if yours is safe to drive

A whopping 50 million vehicles on the road have open recalls. Thousands of Fords, Nissans, Hyundais and Hondas were recently added to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s list. Tap or click here to check if your model is affected.

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Watch out for this tricky new Instagram scam

It’s bad enough that social media risks your privacy and exposes you to false information. But you have to worry about scams, too.

Facebook has had more than its fair share of controversy and problems, but it’s also a prime target for crooks. You would think that COVID relief scams are a thing of the past, but they’re not. Tap or click here to protect yourself against Facebook scammers going after your money.

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Free TV! Lots of free channels are coming to your Samsung TV

Can’t get enough TV? It’s hard to resist with all the streaming options out there. You know about the big names like Netflix, Prime and Hulu, but there’s another service you may be overlooking.

This platform just added over 4,000 episodes of popular TV shows that you can watch for free. Tap or click here to see what’s available and where to watch.

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Here's how much you might pay for Netflix with ads

Cutting the cord has been a hot topic for years, but as liberating as it might feel, it comes at a cost.

Streaming services may not cost much alone, but they can add up if you have more than one. There are several ways to save, such as paying upfront or bundling multiple services. Tap or click here for money-saving streaming secrets.

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