Digital Life Hack

August 7, 2021

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Before you buy an electric car, do some research. There’s a lot the dealers aren’t telling you.

August 6, 2021

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Is your home’s Wi-Fi struggling because of all the computers, laptops, phones, TVs, tablets, smart doorbells and cameras attached to it? Here are some simple fixes, in 60 seconds.

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Yesterday, word began circulating that Apple is about to release a new version of its operating system for all iPhones around the world. The new iOS will quickly identify Child Sexual Abuse Material, or child pornography.

August 5, 2021

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How’d you like to know who’s calling before pulling your phone out of your pocket?

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Even if you don’t drink, you may have to prove to your next new car that you’re not intoxicated before you can drive.

August 4, 2021

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Facebook is having a huge problem with accounts being hacked. If yours gets taken over, Facebook says to fill out a form and upload a copy of your driver’s license or ID to get help. But what are you supposed to do when you never hear back?

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Tiny, flying spying devices called microdrones are so small, four can sit on your fingertip. If you ever do see one, you’ll mistake it for an insect. And that’s precisely the problem.

August 3, 2021

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If you’re concerned about someone stealing your Amazon packages, here’s an idea. You can let drivers drop your orders off in your garage.

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You may have heard the U.S. Senate finalized a bill to spend $1.2 trillion on rebuilding parts of America’s infrastructure. Part of that will come from taxing Bitcoin as well as over 8,600 other forms of cryptocurrency.

August 2, 2021

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​​It’s the season for dangerous storms. Here’s what you need to do to stay safe.

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When Amazon first introduced its Kindle eBook reader in September 2007, it sold out in less than six hours. Many of the original devices are still in use.

August 1, 2021

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Most people will leave a website if they have to open an account to use it — and for good reason. Have you ever tried to close an online account? It’s not easy. Here’s how to get the job done.

July 31, 2021

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Chromebook sales are through the roof, a 75% increase in the number shipped over the past year. Here’s what you should know before you buy.

July 30, 2021

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It’s not just you. Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant really do have a language problem. Here’s how to cross the intercultural communication barrier between robots and humans.

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You’ve seen the videos. Someone is recording another person, who says, “Stop filming me.” The wannabe videographer refuses. Then, the unwilling star plays music. No, they’re not trying to set the mood with battle music. They’re actually using YouTube’s copyright system to their advantage.

July 29, 2021

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Not too many people know that Apple AirPods have a “Live Listen Mode” that lets you secretly spy on conversations.

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The NSA’s purpose is to listen and collect intel from satellites, cellphones and anywhere there are secret communications. But how does the NSA stop people from turning the tables … and spying on the agency instead?

July 28, 2021

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Smart thermostats are smart. These thermostats know the outside temperature, how long it takes for the room to reach a certain temperature, and whether you’re away or home.

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Viral challenges often sound unsafe and pointless. Think of the cinnamon challenge and the COVID-19 challenge. It seems like they’re only getting worse.

July 27, 2021

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Here’s a true story of a real crime and a real victim. An Arizona woman received a call on her smartphone from someone claiming to be a Verizon employee … and it all went downhill from there.

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