Police seizures, new Netflix fees, Instagram shopping maps

July 26, 2022

Do you have a Ring video doorbell? Police in San Francisco could soon seize your videos — without your permission. It all depends on THIS. Plus, a revolution is hitting the online dating world, Netflix will smack you with sharing fees and Instagram can help you find nearby shops and hotels. I’ve also got a few Google and photo tricks to change your digital life forever.

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Shady contractors are stealing thousands - red flags to watch out for

Picture this: A friendly contractor shows up at your door, saying he paved a neighbor’s driveway or sidewalk. While there, he noticed your property could use some work and is willing to give you a discount. Sure, it’s a nice offer, but it’s actually a contractor scam that could cost you big time.

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Tech how-to: How to automatically alert loved ones in an emergency

Uncertain times remind us that we’re not always as prepared as we need to be.

In the digital world, no one is ever truly ready for the reality of getting hacked. Tap or click to see if someone is really watching what you do or if you’re being paranoid.

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If you can solve this riddle in 10 seconds, you beat 99% of people

It may have been a while since you last opened a textbook, but sometimes all you need is a simple tool to challenge your brain. Take this viral pencil riddle, which is more complicated than it looks.

Finding the solution within the time limit can stretch your brain to its limitations. We’ve got you covered if you want an easier way to challenge your brain. Tap or click here for a few visual illusions that can keep your mind sharp.

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Finally! How to see ONLY posts from friends and family on Facebook

Facebook is an excellent tool for keeping in touch with family and friends. But the longer you spend on it, the more cluttered it becomes. You might not realize it, but every group, page or event you join will add posts to your feed.

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Shopping for a used car? Here's a sure sign of a scam

Buying a new vehicle is expensive, and people still feel the pinch brought on by the global pandemic. Sales of new cars fell by 12% in June compared to the same month a year ago, with passenger cars the hardest hit. If you rent a car, this mistake risks your data and money.

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Check your streaming bills NOW or else

Streaming services constantly compete for new users, content deals and additional income. But they also fight to keep their current subscribers, who can cancel at the click of a button.

Netflix is an unfortunate example, as it lost almost a million subscribers between April and July this year. It’s the second quarter in a row where it lost subscribers, which could be attributed to its price hike in March.

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Want to make new friends? 5 apps to meet a pal online or in your city

Making friends used to be easy enough. You met people at work, your local gym or community events on the weekends. Then the pandemic hit and made it much more challenging to meet new people.

Some turn to dating apps. But those are full of scammers that you don’t want to run into. Things are so bad the FBI issued a warning about dating apps. Tap or click here to avoid these romance scams that have cost victims millions.

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9 apps everyone over 50 should download

If you are over 50, you might not be up to date on trending apps. However, the best apps can help you organize your life and give you more time for matters. Looking for more convenient tricks to make your life easier? These five tech tips will make your life run smoother than ever before.

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Have an iPhone, iPad or Mac? How to watch free concerts this summer

The early stages of the pandemic meant no more attending live performances. This hit particularly hard for regular concertgoers. Many artists pleased fans with virtual performances that gave them their live music fix.

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True or false: The government can track your phone's location without a warrant

In many TV crime shows, there is a race against time to track criminals through technology. Using city-wide camera footage or triangulating a mobile phone’s signal, police never fail to make an arrest. Tap or click here for five ways you’re being tracked that you must stop immediately.

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