September 26, 2020
One of the most popular smart speakers are Amazon Echos with the digital assistant Alexa. I’m sure you already know the basics: Reminders, news and weather. But Alexa can help in ways you might not be aware of.
September 25, 2020
Your home, as you see it from the street, can be seen by everyone, worldwide, using Google’s Street View. Here’s how you can make your home disappear.
September 24, 2020
How many times each day are you captured by security and traffic cams? Here’s a hint: It’s a lot more than you think.
September 23, 2020
Most Americans scroll through endless headlines of bad news every day. We’re left with feelings of depression or anxiety — or both. What can you do?
September 22, 2020
Last week you may have heard me talk about the expense and dangers of ransomware. Now, ransomware is responsible for its very first death.
September 21, 2020
Does your smartphone ever secretly listen or watch you with its camera? It has in the past, and it does now. But if you use an iPhone, you now have a way to make it stop.
September 20, 2020
It seems like wherever you turn, some streaming service, app or site is trying to sell you a monthly subscription. Here’s the free trial and if you don’t unsubscribe, you’re billed automatically. Today, how to handle it.
September 19, 2020
It’s never easy to lose a loved one but a simple trip down memory lane using Google Maps can help.
September 18, 2020
Here is important news for all of America’s schools and the people who run them: You are the primary target and you need to listen up.
September 17, 2020
Hollywood celebrities generally aren’t known for their breadth of intellect or depths of wisdom. Which is why yesterday’s star-studded social media stunt to fight back against online hatred, was both embarrassing and worthless.
September 16, 2020
Each year, Apple holds four big events: spring, summer, September and sometimes, October. Yesterday, Apple unveiled a number of new products — but not a new iPhone. Here’s what’s coming.
September 15, 2020
As we enter the third season of COVID-19, loneliness is emerging as a major health problem. Naturally, scam artists have moved quickly to exploit and break hearts. Today, all about the COVID puppy scam.
September 14, 2020
I recently reported Samsung was about to release yet another folding smartphone after its first attempt, the Galaxy Fold, was an embarrassing failure. Screens that creaked within a week and a crazy price tag. Well, the new phone is out and here’s what the critics say.
September 13, 2020
The election season is heating up and you may start seeing political texts popping up on your phone. Fortunately, you can quickly make them stop.
September 12, 2020
Prime Day, coupons and lightning deals are great but there’s another trick you might not be aware of that can save you up to 70% on Amazon purchases year-round.
September 11, 2020
For many whose jobs were lost in the pandemic, struggling to get by is something they never envisioned. And that’s why the news I have for you today, just may be a godsend.
September 10, 2020
If you drop an iPhone in water, you’ll find all sorts of tips on how to dry it and save it. Even then, the phone could be damaged beyond repair. Those days may soon be over.
September 9, 2020
Let’s compare the new Walmart Plus to Amazon Prime. From price to inventory to bonus perks, there’s a lot to consider.
September 8, 2020
“Cutting the cable” never really meant cutting the cable. At best, it meant that you could unsubscribe from cable and satellite TV. But we all still need a cable to bring in high-speed internet. That’s changing.
September 7, 2020
On Labor Day, we celebrate the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country. This year, it includes a different workforce.