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Imagine falling off the top of a 20-foot-tall grain bin. After you crash into the Earth, you can’t move at all. This is a true story. Here’s how tech came to the rescue, in 60 seconds.

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Planning a trip? These things can get you BANNED from Airbnb

Rental platforms like Airbnb make finding the ideal place to stay easy. You can rent a space for multiple people to share, a shared space with private rooms or the entire property for yourself.

Did you know that Airbnb lets property owners monitor guests via camera? There are certain restrictions, but you may feel uncomfortable being watched, plus people sometimes break the rules and install cameras where they shouldn’t (such as in a bedroom). Tap or click here for a gadget that helps you detect hidden cameras.

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Best video doorbells: 5 options for keeping an eye on the porch

A video doorbell can make you feel safe when you’re away from home. Keep an eye on when the kids get home, when packages are delivered or whether any of your neighbors are porch pirates.

But not all video doorbells are made equal. Some are better at night vision, while others provide higher-quality daytime recordings. Tap or click for secret uses for your home security system.

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Elon Musk is buying Twitter - Here's what he wants to turn it into

Over the past year, Elon Musk and Twitter leaders have circled each other like two lions preparing for a fight. First, he was buying Twitter. Then he wasn’t. It wasn’t easy to keep up with what was actually happening. After a long standoff, the Tesla CEO gave up the legal battle.

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FBI warning: How to spot dangerous counterfeit batteries

We’ve long been conditioned to separate recyclables from regular trash and sort plastics, glass, metal and paper. But some items, such as batteries and lighters, don’t belong in your recycle bin or trashcan. Tap or click here for 10 things that are illegal to throw away.

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AT&T is paying out a $14M class-action settlement - How to get your cut

Sometimes companies tack on extra fees or hidden costs, hoping customers won’t notice. Network provider AT&T found itself in hot water in 2019 as it turned out its unlimited data plan wasn’t so unlimited after all.

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Don't reply to that text from 'Mom' before reading this first

If there’s a way to get in touch with people, scammers are on it. They’ll find a way to collect fresh victims through phone calls, social media, email, and even old-fashioned snail mail.

Even a text message can be dangerous. Thieves are now impersonating the IRS with tricky texts to steal your personal information and financial details. Tap or click here for our report, including tips on spotting and avoiding these scams.

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This trade-in site tells you how much your old iPhone or Android is worth

How much is an old phone worth? It depends on many things. Luckily, you can use a great tool to assess your old smartphone’s value.

Android devices and iPhones are included in this incredible resource. It takes things like carrier, storage capacity, and condition, using real-world quotes from actual refurbishers and trade-in retailers. Tap or click here for steps to take with your old phone before you sell it or give it away.

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11 Samsung models getting the latest Android OS by the end of the year

Android 13 is finally available as a beta version, and many look forward to the new experience. Tap or click here to see some of the new features. We urge you to be patient, however. That’s why we’ve put together this list of Samsung phones likely to have the real thing before the end of the year.

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Text scams 101: How to spot smishing

There are many ways for criminals to scam you, and phishing emails are common. These emails often pretend to be from a government agency, utility company or mobile phone provider. IRS warning: Don’t fall for this tax scam text.

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Storm scams are here — How to avoid them in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian

It’s a sad state of affairs that scammers will jump on any opportunity to rope in new victims, no matter how severe or tragic an event may be. Any event that affects the world or is well-known is fair game. For example, disaster relief scams are swirling around at alarming rates.

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