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The disruption of America's cable and satellite industry
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Grab these free Windows essential apps
Microsoft’s operating system comes with good, basic software that can you can use on your computer. For example, Windows 10 has the web browser Edge, a calculator, alarm clock, maps and other tools.
If you want it to do more than the basics, though, you can pay for Microsoft Office 365 and you can add third-party software, like photo editors, graphics programs, utilities, games, productivity software and much more. (Bonus: You can find many of those in the Komando.com Downloads section.)
Save your data while traveling with these easy setting changes
If you’re like most people, you can’t imagine your everyday life without your smartphone. Sure, you might complain that your children or grandkids always seem to be staring at a glowing-blue screen.
But you probably stare at your smartphone, too. Don’t feel guilty about that (but do be careful).
How to tell if your iPhone needs a battery replacement
Apple has just issued an official apology for slowing down iPhones with battery issues. The company is also offering a substantial discount to replace your battery if your phone is affected. But how can you tell if your iPhone is due for a battery replacement?
Watch New Year celebrations around the world
Do you have big plans for New Year’s Eve? There will be massive celebrations ringing in the New Year all across the globe. If you’re not one of the lucky ones traveling to an exotic destination, you don’t have to miss out on all the fun. This cool site allows you to watch all the action as it happens live.
How you can tell when someone is seeing your text messages
Have you ever sent a text without getting a reply? It happens to us all, and it’s frustrating. But what if you could tell that your message went through, and that the person actually read it? In this helpful tip, I’ll walk you through the setting tweak that controls this.
5 apps I put on my mother's phone and tablet
One of the best things about my job is the fact that I’m always hearing about new gadgets and apps that can help you, my listeners. But, as I find these new tools, I also enjoy sharing them with my family.
Why turning off your startup items will make you so much happier
Ever wondered why your computer seems to boot up slower and longer each time you start it up? The longer you’ve had it, it feels like the worse it gets. Yep, a long startup time is one of the most aggravating ordeals for a computer user.
6 mistakes you make that shorten the life of your gadgets
Ever notice that a year after you get your new tablet, laptop, or phone the battery tends to mysteriously start dying at an alarming rate? The batteries on these mobile devices do not last forever, but there are ways to make them last longer.
Are you smarter than a 10-year-old? Try this tricky quiz
You think you have a pretty good head on your shoulders, but most of us have forgotten a lot of what we learned in grade school! This fun quiz will put you to the test.
Amazon delivery late? Use this to request compensation
One of the main reasons why people shell out the yearly fee for an Amazon Prime membership is the guaranteed two-day shipping times for almost every item.
Put an item in your cart, check out and two days (or fewer) later, your package arrives. No fuss, no stress – instant gratification. And for the most part, the guaranteed Prime delivery times are reliable.