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5G technology might reach you in the craziest way ever imagined
With 5G technology right around the corner, your curiosity is probably piqued. The main thing to understand is it’s going to be super fast when compared to what we’ve been using, 4G. Twenty times faster to be exact.
Imagine what you could accomplish at those speeds. Streaming movies will be a breeze, for instance, as you can download a full HD film in under 10 seconds.
10 free things every Amazon Prime member gets, #6 is great
Amazon Prime is a service that allows people to get a whole suite of benefits. Of course, there are faster delivery times, but there are so many more things that people get.
If you're a Netflix subscriber, watch out for this phishing scam
Don’t cybercriminals ever get sick of phishing scams? They are constantly using fake emails or texts to trick us into giving them our logins, personal information or even credit card numbers and wreak havoc on our lives. Well, they are at it again using people’s trust in Netflix to do just that. Here is what to look out for.
If you have this security camera, anyone can view your video recordings
Do you have a cloud-based camera inside your home? They can be great for making sure you can keep a constant eye on your home and can give you peace of mind. But what if those same cameras allowed those videos saved onto the cloud to be sent to other people? Well, if you have this particular camera, it might have already happened to you.
Look at famous paintings as if you were there
Google is rolling out a virtual reality feature in its Arts & Culture app that uses the highest-ever resolution imaging. You can use your phone or tablet to take a virtual tour of more than 30 of this classical painter’s masterpieces. Turn your living room into a virtual gallery.
Scam alert! Watch out for this fake Amazon Alexa setup app
Did you get an Alexa-enabled gadget this year for Christmas? It was one of the most popular gifts and many people are starting to get theirs set up and running. One of the first things you have to do is download the setup app. Well, as you might imagine, scammers are going to take advantage of the setup. Before you get started with the setup, this is what you need to watch out for to avoid getting scammed.
Remove programs from your computer safely and easily
Is your computer starting to fill up or are you already out of space on your hard drive? I’m pretty sure everyone has been in that situation one time or another, and you might think that after deleting programs and other items you would be good to go. But, in reality, even when you delete those programs or files, they leave behind some other junk that can be hard to get rid of. Good thing there is this nifty download that can help you.
Tips to set up your new iPhone
Your new iPhone is easy to set up. Once you open the box, you turn it on, press the power button, and the screen walks you through the setup. If only, right?
If you’re like a lot of us, you skip the walk-through, skip reading the manual and go straight to doing it yourself because, after all, this isn’t your first digital device rodeo. Whatever led you to this post, I’m glad you’re here. We’ve got a few tips for setting up your new phone.
Don't let this mobile provider fool you with its bogus 5G logo
There’s been a lot of buzz around the upcoming 5G technology, and for good reason. 5G will be 20 times faster than 4G, and you can download a full HD movie in less than 10 seconds. Exciting, isn’t it?
The new technology is also aimed at delivering virtual-reality experiences and bringing more devices online, from sensors and robots to cars and smart-home devices. The next generation of wireless technology is promising some pretty huge changes. (Psst! Tap or click here to learn everything you need to know about the 5G revolution.)
5 great uses for your old smartphone
Don’t just toss out your old smartphones. If you’re like most people, including me, you’ve got junk drawers full of old digital devices. Luckily, we’ve got several suggestions for getting a lot more value from those old smartphones.