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Cryptocurrency shows no sign of slowing down, and there’s a list of mining scam apps you need to know about. Plus, a new phishing email campaign is using the UPS and a really clever tactic to fool people. And Kim and the gang have three smart tech tips you’ll wish you knew sooner.
Tags: apps, phishing, scam, tech
You’ve been around the internet for some time. You know the ins and outs and what to avoid. You can spot a scam from a mile away, right? Social media giveaways, car warranty calls, texts from the IRS — these tricks don’t work on you. We applaud you for your vigilance.
You are hungry and feel like ordering takeout. You might not have a food delivery app installed on your phone, so you browse the internet for restaurants nearby. In theory, this seems like an excellent idea, but scammers are waiting for you to make a mistake.
Elon Musk never ceases to amaze us. If Tesla wasn’t innovative enough, SpaceX has continued to skyrocket productivity, giving NASA a run for its money. SpaceX is sending civilians to space. Tap or click here to see when you can get a spot?
It’s hard to believe, but there isn’t a macOS equivalent of Microsoft’s hugely popular drawing app MS Paint. While Microsoft’s operating system has gone through plenty of changes in the last decades, one constant has been MS Paint.
Taking care of unwell family members can be grueling on its own. You have to take care of someone else’s food, medical appointments, restroom usage and more. This applies to any caretaker, whether you’re looking after young kids, animals or even older adults.
Streaming services are more popular than ever. Many new shows are being developed and released during the pandemic with the knowledge that more people are watching at home. Even some big-budget films are going straight to streaming.
Our lives are tied to our cell phones. We manage appointments, store our photos, and hold all of our contact information in the palm of our hands. Tap or click here for the five best budget smartphones under $400.
With so much riding on having your phone handy, it’s only natural that we begin to panic if our phone goes AWOL. Thankfully, technology has caught up with this potential issue and created several easy solutions.
You can never be too careful when it comes to online security. Scammers and hackers are a constant danger to your privacy, data and finances. While there is no guaranteed method to remain safe, you can protect yourself and minimize the risk of falling victim.
Thanks to the Delta variant, we’re seeing a spike in fake vaccine cards on Dark Web black markets. Tap or click here to track the Delta variant. When you buy a fake vaccination card, you’re opening yourself up to a world of danger. Sure, you can head to offices or other places that are requiring vaccines — but you could also find yourself in the back seat of a police car.
Navigation apps are great, especially if you are getting back into traveling as restrictions ease. They not only guide you to your destination but can show you hot spots and points of interest along the way.
This isn’t to say that there aren’t drawbacks. These apps use your data and if you’re not careful, they can contribute to hitting your limit and also slow your phone down. Tap or click here to read about five types of apps that are guilty of this and how to stop them.
