Digital Life Hack

February 13, 2021

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Bitcoins are incredibly valuable, but they come at a huge cost. Who pays the most? Mother Earth.

February 12, 2021

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How often do you charge your smartphone? You may be making a common mistake that could shorten your battery life.

February 11, 2021

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You won’t believe the mistake a Texan attorney made this week. He hopped into a Zoom call, but the folks in court couldn’t see his face. Instead, they saw something shocking.

February 10, 2021

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If you have an Apple Watch and an iPhone, I’ve got some good news. You may have everything you need to tell if you’re infected with COVID-19 — well before the official test results roll in.

February 9, 2021

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Over the past 20 years, I’ve gotten a ton of questions. Here’s one of the most common queries: “Should I turn off my computer when I’m done? Or should I leave it on all the time?” Here’s the secret I swear by.

February 8, 2021

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You know what they say about the best-laid plans of mice and men. They often go awry. We’re seeing that now with vaccine rollouts. Slow internet connections are throwing wrenches into COVID-fighting plans. Here’s the full story.

February 7, 2021

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Imagine this. You sit down to file your taxes. Then, you get a notification from the IRS saying you can’t file another return. Do this to make sure it doesn’t happen to you.

February 6, 2021

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It’s so annoying to answer a call only to be greeted with a robot pitching you an extended car warranty. Maybe you need a new phone? Not so fast! Check your phone for this helpful feature.

February 5, 2021

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Google, Snap and Facebook have tried to market futuristic sci-fi glasses with marginal success. Now, Apple is finalizing their glasses. You won’t believe the price!

February 4, 2021

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Grab your phone and set aside a couple minutes. This is a super-fast security boost you’ll thank me for later.

February 3, 2021

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Can anyone become an Instagram influencer? That’s the question HBO’s new documentary posed. Really, it was more of a science experiment. Here’s what they found.

February 2, 2021

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Reddit’s stock traders are at it again. This time, they’re proving the old adage, “All that glitters is not gold.” Sometimes, it’s silver!

February 1, 2021

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Last week, Tim Cook attacked Facebook for exploiting its users. But what about the skeletons in his own closet? Will Apple’s CEO back his words with action? Here’s what I think.

January 31, 2021

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The weekend is here. It’s the perfect time to take a few moments and update your iPhone’s operating system. It’s a great way to protect your privacy. Here’s why.

January 30, 2021

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This past week, the Department of Homeland Security issued a nationwide terrorism alert. They say the threat from domestic anti-government extremists is real. Google provides a huge clue as to how real the threat could be.

January 29, 2021

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What’s going on with GameStop? Why are hedge fund managers sweating bullets? It all comes down to Reddit, the self-proclaimed “front page of the internet.” Here’s the full story.

January 28, 2021

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Imagine this: You walk out the front door. You see an unsightly box plopped upon your property — and there’s no way you can get rid of it. Here’s how 5G boxes are taking over one Texan city.

January 27, 2021

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A decade ago, you could fix a smartphone in no time. Was your old battery acting up? You could just pop off the back and drop in a new one! Things aren’t as simple nowadays. Here’s what changed.

January 26, 2021

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Once upon a time, Mark Zuckerberg had the world at his feet. How things change! Now, he’s got a ton of problems. Or, as President Biden says, big problems. 

January 25, 2021

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It’s never been clearer: If you ever have a run-in with the law, your smartphone can prove your innocence…or your guilt. Here’s how your phone can be used against you.

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