See all the data your car collects on you

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Your car is a computer on wheels. How much info does it store on you? Get the answer in this one-minute podcast. 

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What the … fish? The internet is losing it

I was scrolling Twitter this weekend and kept seeing the same video pop up. (When I wrote this, the video had more than 91 million views.)

So what the heck had people so excited? 

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Classic sounds kids of today probably have never heard

Do you remember the distinctive sound a dial-up modem made in the early days of the internet? Those beeps and boops are no longer common, and that’s just one noise kids today will never hear.

New AI warning: ‘Risk of extinction’

This morning, 350 of the world’s most prominent business executives, researchers and scientists signed a statement saying that artificial intelligence (AI) poses a “risk of extinction” on par with pandemics and nuclear war. 

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This hidden trick will make it easier to use your Android phone

When controlling your Android phone, gestures will always be paramount. You can operate your OS and get more done faster through these simple commands.

Our favorite Android tips and tricks all have a lot in common. We love simple gestures that allow us to make quick decisions or get from one app or utility to another in record time. Tap or click here for more of our best tips for Android.

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How to set up medication reminders on iPhone

If you tend to forget your medications, we’ve got the tech tip for you. You can set up medication reminders on your iPhone. This way, you can get scheduled reminders so you never forget.

Keep reading to learn how to use your iPhone to set up medication reminders. It’s good for your wallet and your health.

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The fastest maze-solving competition on Earth

You can find a maze on the back of cereal boxes, in kids’ magazines and even in large fields of corn. But what if we tasked robots with solving them? They can do it quickly, and there is even a worldwide competition to see who can create the robot that does it the fastest.

Top hidden dangers of your smart home (and how to stay safe)

Our homes are filled with smart tech these days: You may love the convenience of spotting packages from video doorbells or asking Siri how many fluid ounces are in a cup (it’s eight!). But in return for convenience, you have to make some trades, including your contact information.

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Mapping your family tree? Try one of these free templates

Free family tree templates can help teach your children where they come from. It’s also a fun way to learn more about your history. Not all family tree sites are safe, though. Some put your personal information on the web for anyone to see. Tap or click here to delete yourself from this scary site.

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This site tells you exactly what happened the day you were born

If you love birthday trivia, you will adore this incredible website. It can tell you everything you want to know about the day you were born, including how many days ago it was.

Let’s dive into random factoid trivia, one of our favorite things of all time. It’s all relevant to the day of the year you were born.

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5 ways to lower your energy bill this summer using tech

It’s getting hot out there, and you’re probably itching to hit the road. Have an older car? Rather than dropping a fortune on a new one, try these upgrades to revamp your ride.

You may not have enough money to travel by car or plane if you don’t get a handle on your bills. Energy prices are high and are expected to stay there for some time. Here are some clever tips to lower energy bills.

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