Block war videos online, home swapping in NYC & goodbye to passwords

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Is social media really starting to charge fees for privacy? Check the facts

Rumors have been swirling for years that Facebook will start charging. Before, it was fiction. Now? Well, it’s looking more like fact.

You can thank the latest European Union (EU) privacy regulations — and I mean that. These new regulations do a lot to protect the sensitive data of consumers like you and me. 

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Top Halloween decorations in 2023 - and the spookiest cities

Actually, there’s a good chance your Halloween decorations are already up and scaring neighborhood kids and dogs. A survey from Lombardo Homes found Oct. 1 to 7 is the most popular time to put up the inflatable ghosts and spider webs. 

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Stay informed, not overwhelmed: How to filter war content from your social media feed

With the intense war unfolding in Israel and Gaza, I bet your social media feed is loaded with photos and videos that can be so very difficult to stomach. From heart-wrenching scenes of hostage situations, beheadings, murders, bombings and other grim realities of war, it’s everywhere.

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Old videos and fake news about Israel, Gaza and Hamas are all over social media

The images, stories and videos of Israel and Gaza are horrifying, aren’t they? You know what that fuels — a slew of misleading info making the rounds on social media. 

Have you seen that viral video showing an Israeli airstrike? It was being shared left and right on social showing Israel’s retaliation against a sudden attack by Hamas from last Saturday. But here’s the catch: That footage is old news from May, confirmed by Reuters.

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Maybe malware? 6 ways to protect your devices

Ah, malware. These insidious little programs crawl into our phones, laptops and other smart devices and wreak havoc.

Usually, you can trust the Google Play Store, Apple’s App Store, Amazon apps and all other official sources. That said, it’s just plain smart to “trust but verify.” 

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Peeping Toms are upping their game with smartphones

I hate using dressing rooms at retail stores. I’d rather buy two different sizes and return the one that doesn’t fit. Plus, those mirrors are awful and don’t get me started on the lighting. The last thing you want to worry about is being spied on while changing. 

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Ask a tech expert: How can I make it easier for my mom with dementia to find her shows?

What a pain, Todd. You’re a good son to try to make this easier for her. I found an excellent solution for you: the SofaBaton X1 universal remote control

It’s a programmable universal remote that simplifies life with one-touch activities. Press a single button and control your TV, stereo, whatever.

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Don't lose old voicemails - Steps to save them on iPhone and Android

We all know how comforting pictures and videos can be after someone passes, along with other mementos. I found my Mom’s car key ring the other day. I put my keys on it, and strangely, it makes me feel like she’s still near.

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FBI warning: Crooks are using this new tech support scam

One of the most important parts of my job is making sure you know what criminals and cybercreeps are up to. Enough people fall for this junk — I don’t want you to be a victim, too.

The FBI is warning about tech support scams that robbed folks of a whopping $542 million in just the first half of 2023. It all starts with a notification that looks like it’s from your bank or even the government warning of a computer hack. You guessed it. They’re fake.

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How to watch Sunday’s Falcons vs. Jaguars NFL game animated in the style of ‘Toy Story’

This is so cool, and it’s happening this Sunday. ESPN and Disney are teaming up for a one-of-a-kind NFL experience.

While you’ve got your usual Falcons vs. Jaguars action from London happening in Week 4 on ESPN+, local channels and the NFL+ mobile app, a new twist comes from the magical world of “Toy Story.”

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