Virtual concerts: How livestream acts are taking over the internet

November 3, 2020

There really is nothing like a concert. The feeling of the music, the energy, the sound. Then the pandemic hit. Musicians are taking their acts digital, and you’re probably wondering what all the hype is about. We brought in Stephen White, CEO of StageIt, a web-based venue that hosts live shows via webcam. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to brag that you know everything about virtual concerts and how to make the most out of them.

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Get-rich-quick schemes spreading on social media - Protect your wallet

One company does things a bit differently than other peer-to-peer payment apps. Unlike PayPal and Venmo, the service is frequently used by companies and celebrities for contests on social media. If you tweet certain hashtags when a contest is going on, you could end up winning real money.

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The No. 1 holiday app, ElfYourself, is back with new dances

The holiday season is in full swing and things may look a little different this year. But no matter what’s going on in the world one tradition is back and better than ever. Of course, we’re talking about the fun holiday app ElfYourself.

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New iPhone tech lets people who are blind or low-vision 'see' when others are coming

Apple’s newest iPhone models are expected to be a huge hit this year. Not only do they have the typical upgrades like a better camera and faster processor but the new iPhones also come with 5G capabilities.

Conspiracy theorists aside, we’ve all been waiting for 5G technology to become a reality for quite a while and it’s finally here. Tap or click here to find out what you should know before buying an iPhone 12.

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Complete guide to tracking and receiving your Amazon orders

Have you been shopping online more since the start of the pandemic? You’re not alone — millions of Americans are relying on services like Amazon to get essential supplies and gifts every day.

And with the holiday season approaching, there are even more reasons to order from Amazon. Between seasonal deals and fast shipping, it’s the best way to shop without leaving your couch. Tap or click here to see more hidden benefits of your Prime membership.

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Nasty shopping and shipping text scams spreading right now

With the holiday shopping season just around the corner, you’ve probably subscribed to all sorts of shopping notifications and shipping alerts. This is smart, since you’ll know exactly when your packages are due to arrive and when hot deals go live.

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Privacy tip: Use this extension to say 'no thanks' to personalized ads

Think about the interest-based ads you see online. You search for a pair of shoes, and just like that, there they are, following you around online.

How can you stop this creepy practice? First, you need to know who’s watching and what they can see. Tap or click for ways to stop advertisers from following you online.

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7 life-changing phone alerts you need to enable right now

No matter what your phone’s notification settings are, you’ll still receive messages from the national wireless alert system. These texts are a 21st-century version of the test patterns you used to see on TV: “In the event of an actual emergency, you would have been instructed to tune to one of the broadcast stations in your area…”

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How to choose the right Amazon streaming gadget: Fire TV Stick vs. Cube vs. Stick 4K

Do you stream content from your phone or TV? Of course you do — everyone does these days.

Technology has advanced to the point where streaming videos, shows and other forms of media is a common way to consume content. And as technology advances, so do the streaming gadgets we use to watch this type of media. Tap or click here for streaming services offering free trials.

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Don’t open this email about a 'Zoom conference call' – it’s a ‘sextortion’ scam

Sextortion is a nasty kind of scam that too many people are unfortunately falling for. Most of the time, scammers are bluffing when they claim to have blackmail over their victims — but that hasn’t stopped them from racking up millions of dollars in stolen funds.

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5 reasons smart light bulbs should be part of your smart home

Most of us have at least one smart device in our homes. Whether it’s a smart assistant or a smart TV, we’re all well on our way to having smart homes in the near future. These devices are quickly and vastly changing the way we live. If you have a hub and smart appliances, you can live out your dreams of full home automation.

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