The last Thursday in May is here, friend. Before Apple Watches and Fitbits took over every tech-loving wrist, one sci-fi character was already flexing a gadget that made calls, tracked people and looked suspiciously ahead of its time. 

Which series predicted smartwatches decades before they existed: A) The Jetsons, B) Star Trek, C) Knight Rider or D) Dick Tracy? The answer awaits you at the end, no time travel required. ⌚️ 

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Apple quietly issued a warning that could seriously affect your health. Before you say, “I’m good, I use Android,” pump the brakes. 

If you’re one of the nearly 4 million Americans with a pacemaker or defibrillator (or you deeply love one of them), this isn’t just a scare headline. It’s a legit, science-backed heads-up.

🧲 Magnetic tech can mess with your heart

Apple says electromagnetic fields from its products can interfere with lifesaving implants. And it’s not just the iPhone. The list includes:

• iPads
• Apple Watches
• AirPods and Beats headphones
• HomePods
• MacBooks and iMacs

Don’t think Android is innocent. 

Samsung, Google Pixel, earbuds, smartwatches, laptops, any tech with magnets or wireless charging coils can cause interference.

⚡ What can happen

Your pacemaker or defibrillator could interpret the magnetic field as a medical signal and stop working or send a shock when it shouldn’t. 

That’s not a maybe. That’s a documented risk.

📏 Follow the 6-inch rule

Keep your gadgets at least 6 inches away from your implant, 8 inches to be extra safe. That means no tucking your phone in your shirt pocket or dozing off with your iPad on your chest. 

Binge-watching shouldn’t end in defib.

This stuff doesn’t make headlines, but it should. If it makes you think twice, it’ll help someone else, too. Tap the share button below. You just might save a life.

Ever Googled yourself or asked ChatGPT what it knows about you? You’re going to be shocked. Your name, phone number and home address… Super easy to find. And even deeper details like family ties, medical history, and financial accounts are floating around for anyone to get their hands on.

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📹 T-Mobile’s recording you: T-Mobile quietly flipped on screen recording in its T-Life app, by default. It claims it’s just “app activity,” not your personal data, and you can turn it off. But still, no opt-in? Bold move. Everyone’s phone just became a reality show, but no one got a casting call.

Ford recall: Over 1 million vehicles are being recalled due to glitchy rearview cameras freezing up or going blank. It affects several models made between 2021 and 2024 (full list here). You’ll get a fix with an over-the-air update or by visiting your local dealer.

🚨 Fake customer support: Scammers are planting bogus phone numbers online for banks, airlines and retailers. You might find one through a Google search, or they’ll slide into your DMs after you post a complaint. Cue being tricked into installing remote access software so they can “help.” Stick to official sites for contact info, folks.

💬 Catfished by herself: One woman’s “online girlfriend” turned out to be … also herself? The digital muse/impersonator had built a fake Instagram to impersonate her, complete with matching tattoos, selfies and even unsolicited lewds, which the impostor was sending to other people. Love languages: words of affirmation, physical touch, identity fraud.

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Independent living: A new smart home on Long Island just opened that’s designed for people with disabilities. Think Bluetooth-controlled appliances, a sink and stove that adjust height with the press of a button, and Alexa in the kitchen to help with recipes. It’s tech that actually makes life easier. Love to see it.

🫣 Get with the program: To Gen Z, the classic 😊 isn’t cute, it’s a side-eye smirk dragged straight from the depths of emotional warfare. What boomers think says “warmth,” zoomers read as “Congrats on being dumb.” Up your emoji game. Instead of 👍, I use 💯 or 🫡. The ol’ ♥️ is fine, but I prefer 🫶 these days.

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⚡️ 3-second tech genius: On Windows, hit Win + Shift + S to launch Snip & Sketch, the fastest way to grab a screenshot.

🎮 Kids and online games: When they play games online, they’re chatting with strangers since no friend request is needed. Anyone in the lobby can talk using a mic. Make sure they know not to share personal info and to never agree to meet up in real life. Too many wackos are behind the screen.

Better iPhone videos: Head to Settings > Camera > Record Video and pick 4K at 60 fps. Then go to Settings > Camera > Formats and choose High Efficiency. For better framing, go to Camera > Composition and turn on Grid and Level. Your shots will look way better.

📺 Streams constantly buffering? Even if your Wi-Fi is stable, your internet speed might be the issue. Run a test and check your download rate. 4K videos on YouTube or Netflix need about 25 Mbps to play smoothly. Got a family with multiple devices on the same network? Time to upgrade to at least 100 Mbps.

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The answer: D) Dick Tracy. That square-jawed detective was flexing a two-way wrist radio, aka the OG Apple Watch, way back in the 1940s before Apple even existed. What a guy. Solving crimes and foreshadowing wearable tech. We salute you, sir. I got an Apple Watch recently, but it only gives me second-hand info. Oof. 

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P.S. This is the #1 free tech newsletter in the USA designed to keep you tech ahead. Coming in your inbox tomorrow, the best free streaming services. Until then, glide through today smoother than a perfect swipe. 📱💫 — Kim

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