Shocking grandparent scam spreading, IRS tax changes & make $ selling your photos

March 10, 2023

Plus, how many hours does Elon Musk work a week? Spoiler – it’s a lot. Allie’s got a trick to stop doom scrolling. And Matt’s got the scoop on unused programs that weigh down your computer. Plus, stick around for a moon TikTok trend and a heartwarming listener story about an Emu named Onion, written by ChatGPT.

Tags: computer, Elon Musk, Moon, photos, TikTok

How to finally kick your social media scrolling habit

Endless scrolling every morning. Hours wasted on TikTok after work. What’s the best way to build better habits regarding your relationship with your phone?

Digital wellness has been a huge topic of concern recently. Apple and Android devices claim to prioritize the mental health of their users. One of our favorite ways to maximize productivity is through features that limit the amount of time we spend on entertainment platforms like Instagram, YouTube and the rest.

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The voice of Mario

If you were alive in the ‘90s, you’re familiar with the voice of the giant monkey and lizard-killing plumber from many video games. That iconic voice has a face, and to see the words “It’s-a me, Mario!” coming out of this man’s mouth will shock you.

PSA: If you win 'free' electronics online, watch for this sign it's a scam

Sony’s PlayStation 5 is one of the most in-demand video game consoles, with stocks regularly selling out nationwide. Some have waited months to get their hands on one, while others are willing to spend large sums of money. Is there a fortune sitting in your garage? Tap or click here for tech worth big money.

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Are more people wearing glasses nowadays?

Have you noticed that more people today wear glasses or contacts? It’s not just due to our increased use of screens. There are other factors at play. Over the last 50 years, the number of people needing glasses has risen steadily, but scientists are working hard to reverse this trend through new prevention and treatment methods. So, how would that work?

Have a Ring doorbell? Soon you’ll have to pay for these features

A video doorbell is an excellent option to see who is at your door without getting off the couch or if you aren’t home. A popular choice is Amazon’s Ring. Tap or click here to see what Amazon knows about you when you use a Ring doorbell.

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Scammers are using your TV against you to get you to pay up

Anything that connects to the internet can be hacked. However, many people wrongly assume that smart TVs are immune. Tap or click here for four vital steps to protect your online accounts from hackers and scammers.

While there isn’t much personal information stored on your TV, hackers can cause trouble in other ways. A new trend is thieves forcing pop-ups onto unsuspecting victims’ smart TVs. If you fall for them, you’ll end up handing your money to crooks.

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Keep an eye out - Malware-infected Word docs spreading

Did you know cybercriminals can infect your PC with malware using nothing but a Word doc? The scary part is the doc doesn’t even need to be opened to execute malware. Security researcher Joshua Drake detected this dangerous discovery.

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Before you panic, it might be an AI voice on the phone and not a relative in danger

Who can you trust in our AI-driven world of deepfakes and automatically-generated messages? “Deepfake” is short for “deep learning and fake,” and some of these projects feel so real that even experts might be fooled.

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Did you use this mental health app? It shared data with Facebook

Professional therapy can be expensive. Fortunately, mental health apps can help without breaking the bank. But the last thing you want is for one of these apps to share your medical data with the most prominent social media networks.

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How coal miners learned to code

Some consider coal an antiquated industry and are looking for better energy sources. But some Kentucky coal miners have embraced the new world and took the time to learn how to write code. Check out this tale of inspirational workers as they begin their new career journey.