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The government agency monitoring what you do online

Which government agency is watching what we do online? The answer will surprise you. Plus, fake crypto apps scamming people out of their cash, Google’s latest additions to Maps and more, and an app that started a manhunt … for the wrong guy.

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Fully-electric Ford F-150 Lightning: Check out all the specs

Electric vehicles have become hugely popular over the last few years. Thanks to companies like Tesla and Ford, it has been proven that EVs can be stylish, useful and fast. The majority of the vehicles available are sedans and city cars. But Ford just unveiled a fully electric version of a classic truck.

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Alexa can double as a security cam - Should you use it?

As news broke this week that eufyCam’s server update allowed strangers to view other people’s feeds, many might be looking at other options. Anker, the company that makes the security cameras, quickly patched the flaw. But much too late for some people’s liking.

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Android is getting its biggest update in years - Here's what's coming

We’ve entered that part of the year where Big Tech companies reveal their upcoming products. Apple kicked things off a few weeks ago with iOS news, and Google has now entered the fray with updates on Android.

Unsurprisingly, the highlight of Google’s annual I/O conference was details about the upcoming Android 12. Tap or click here for details on Google’s annual event. Don’t get too excited, though, as the operating system update is only in the beta phase for now.

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COVID scams aren't going away - Watch out for these common ones

Vaccinations have been administered to millions of Americans, accelerating the timeline for when things will get back to relative normality. Even though states like Texas and New York are drastically relaxing measures, scammers still use the pandemic as a criminal vehicle.

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Apple Music is getting some big upgrades - for free

Been singing along to your favorite tunes on Apple Music? Maybe you are one of the millions of listeners who propelled Due Lipa’s Levitating to the top of the charts. Whatever your preference of music style or artist, the platform is getting a big update soon.

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If you have one of these security cameras, turn it off now

Security cameras in your home are a great way to keep track of what is going on around you. Some allow you to check-in with mobile devices through various functions — providing a live feed of any activity. Tap or click here for five uses for security cameras you never thought of before now.

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5 apps that slow down your phone

Your phone serves many roles. Beyond simple communication, it offers immediate access to your email, the internet, a camera, games, apps for work and school, social media, navigation and so much more. Wouldn’t you want it to run as smoothly and efficiently as possible at all times?

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Scam warning: These clever tactics are fooling older people across the US

It is a sad reality that scams are a part of our everyday life. With so many to watch out for, it can become confusing to track the latest tricks or fraud attempts. Unfortunately, there is one group being targeted more than others: the elderly.

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Battery problems after upgrading to iOS 14.5? Here's how to fix it

Updated May 17, 2021: Apple is working on a fix for the problems detailed in the following article. The patch will be out in iOS 14.6, which is currently in Beta testing.

Your smartphone could be a device you use for simple communication or your lifeline to the world at large. With more people working and learning remotely, having readily available access to the internet and our peers is important.

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AirPods sweepstakes scam: These fake texts are so bad Amazon is suing

Winning a prize is always a good feeling, but red flags should go off if you don’t remember entering the sweepstake. Especially if the purported prize is a pair of expensive Apple AirPods, and you were notified through a random text message.

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