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COVID-19 misinformation: Are you part of the problem?

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A recent New York Times article focused on frustrated doctors in hospitals and private offices, who are battling not only COVID-19, but also the flood of online misinformation — the conspiracy theories and the outright lies. Are you an unwitting part of the problem?

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How to make sure important email isn’t marked as spam in Gmail, Apple Mail, Yahoo, AOL

The perks of email messaging made modern-day communications instantaneous and easy to deploy. Tap or click here for Gmail alternatives. But these same conveniences also makes it a trivial matter for spammers to duplicate and massively send out millions of junk email in seconds.

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The Secret Service reportedly bought location data from apps you're probably using

By now you know that you’re being tracked. Companies like Facebook and Google use this information to provide you with targeted ads so they have a better chance of selling you products that you’re interested in.

Obviously, not everyone likes the idea of being stalked online and that’s why it’s a good idea to opt-out. But shockingly, some phones may till collect your location data even when you tell it not to. Tap or click here to find out how they get away with it.

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Tech how-to: Use your favorite Android apps on your PC

You love your Android phone. You have access to texting, your pictures and all those amazing apps that offer entertainment and convenience in the palm of your hand. Tap or click here to find great Android apps to install. But wouldn’t it be nice if some of those apps were available on your PC?

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Devices

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People are selling phones with this banned game installed for up to $10K

In most cases, breaking the rules either leads to a big payoff or a stiff penalty. Epic Games learned that the hard way last week after the gaming giant tried to skirt Apple’s 30% commission policy on purchases made in the popular game Fortnite. Epic Games tried to bypass the Apple payment systems by offering players a 20% discount on in-game currency, V Bucks, but only if they paid Epic Games directly for the purchase. This violates the App Store policies and Epic Games got caught.

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Get Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO, Spotify free if you have these phone providers

Looking for something new to watch? Thankfully, it’s easier than ever to do with so many streaming services and options available. There’s only one catch: Those of us that want it all have to pay out the ear for it.

Because of exclusive content and streaming rights, cord-cutters end up paying close to what a full-fledged cable subscription costs just to get all the best streaming services. But if you play your cards right, you don’t have to break the bank. Tap or click here to see the best streaming options for any budget.

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A quick and easy way to find live sports games and TV shows

Remember when you used to need a TV Guide to know when your favorite shows were airing? Thanks to digital cable and the rise of streaming, it’s much easier to know when our shows are on air. But not everyone subscribes to the same set of channels or services, which can easily lead to confusion.

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Recalls

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Hand sanitizer recall: Another toxic ingredient found in dozens of brands

It’s been more than five months since the COVID-19 pandemic became official. In the days leading up to shutdowns across the country, products like face masks, toilet paper and hand sanitizer were flying off store shelves.

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3 little-known ways to save money on prescriptions

If you take a prescription medication, you know just how much it can cost you each month. And if you’re take more than one, that money adds up quickly.

We’re aiming to avoid the stress of sticker shock at the pharmacy, so we’ve found apps and websites that will hopefully save you some bucks when you fill your next prescription.

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Cut the cord: Best streaming options for $20, $30 and $50 per month

Cord-cutting isn’t just a passing craze anymore. In the second quarter of 2020 alone, more than 1.3 million homes dropped cable or satellite TV. And based on streaming platform performance during the pandemic, that number will only grow.

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6 social media privacy mistakes you're making right now

How detailed is your favorite social media profile? You probably have pictures of yourself and your kids going back years. What about all the products and companies you’ve “liked?” No matter what your answer is, you’ve probably still shared more than you should with social media companies and their advertisers.

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