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Tech life upgrade: How to update your computer now
🤖 AI tool of the day: Google’s NotebookLM lets you upload audio files, notes, documents or anything else, then search them, find citations (from your own docs) or produce a snazzy podcast you can listen to. It’s impressive. Reader Bob told me after he heard about it on my show, he used it to create training modules for his employees.
A note in my inbox this week: “Are password managers safe to use? What if someone gets in?” You’re smart to ask, and it’s the reason you need to be picky about what you trust. My pick, NordPass,* has military-grade encryption, so no one is getting in when they shouldn’t be.
It only takes a minute: Time to update all your devices. There are too many scary bugs out there to skip security patches. On a Windows PC, head to Settings > Windows Update. On a Mac, go to General > Software Update. Using an Android? Tap to Settings > System > Software. And for iPhones, you’ll find updates under Settings > General > Software Update.
Use YouTube Premium? Buy through an iPhone or iPad, and it’s $18.99 per month. On the YouTube website, it’s $13.99 monthly. Yeah, cancel through your phone and buy it again.
💻 Kids having tech tantrums? You’re not alone. A 12-week study points to three winning strategies: 1.) Tell kids how much screen time they have, 2.) Involve kids in activities inspired by their favorite shows, and 3.) Let kids decide on the duration of their screen time. Been there, done that. Good luck!
I order supplements online: They’re more affordable that way and I never run out. On my daily list: Collagen. Hit this link for 45% off NativePath.* Their collagen mixes into coffee and smoothies, and it’s great for your joints and recovery.
Apple Music trick: Instead of the fullscreen program, try the mini player on your Mac. With Apple Music open, hit Window > Switch to Mini Player. Want it to show all the time? Go to Music > Settings > Advanced and check the box to keep it as the top window.
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