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This week on social media, Californians braced for widespread flooding. Here’s why it was all a lie.
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My car insurance just went up 32%. Did I have an accident or get a few tickets? Nope. Since 2020, car insurance rates in the U.S. have risen by a whopping 37%. The main reason? High-tech vehicles — aka anything remotely new — cost way more to repair. And you don’t need to have a high-tech car to feel the pinch. It’s hitting everyone.
Getting pricey: Arlo is bumping its Secure subscription plan pricing from $4.99 to $7.99 monthly (after already increasing it from $2.99). FYI, existing users can lock in the old rate for a year. If you’re looking to switch, I recommend SimpliSafe.
Bluetooth uses a radio frequency to share data over a short distance. It’s baked into just about every smartphone you can buy nowadays. But, as with any connection, it has its vulnerabilities.
My advice: Turn off Bluetooth when not using it. Keeping it active all the time makes your device more vulnerable. Plus, you’ll get more battery life.
⚠️ You’d be surprised what someone can do if they break into your phone via Bluetooth.
Five of the biggest programs account for 5.5 billion fewer plastic bags per year. This is your reminder to put the reusable bags in your car.
Wrong place, wrong time: A 61-year-old man got nabbed for a robbery he didn’t commit. After a brutal jail assault, he’s suing Macy’s and Sunglass Hut’s sketchy facial recognition software. He was identified from low-quality camera footage.
🥰 “Hey, Drewski!” Drew Barrymore was catfished on a dating app by an “NFL quarterback” — aka a musician who was just pretending. Her response: “I hate you … You’ve made me feel stupid.”
Carbon dating: Nelly Idowu and crew stole over $6 million from women over 65 through romance scams. They created fake profiles, conned widows and wiped out victims’ life savings. There are more cons than love nowadays. Warn your fam and friends.
FBI scam warning: Impersonators pretending to be tech support or government officials claim your accounts have been compromised. They’re actually getting people to convert assets into cash or precious metals, and then they arrange for a courier pickup. Do not fall for this!
