Tag: Apple

Smart stocking stuffers that won’t end up in a drawer

A mix of tech, comfort and a few surprises you’ll want to keep for yourself.

Your Tech Gift Guide is HERE: Tablets, Dashcams & the $50 Camera Hack

Snag smart sound, safety tools and one very bright surprise.

What to buy older adults (who say they have everything)

From safety tools to daily comforts, I’ve got you covered.

Deals and gifts you’ll want to keep for yourself

Stocking stuffers, smart gadgets and warm fuzzies calling your name.

Your clearance aisle find is a future paperweight

That $49 smart camera looked like a deal, until it forgot how to smart.

The gift that keeps on charging you

Not all gifts are created equal. Some come with surprise monthly charges.

Cyber Monday blowout: 10 of the hottest deals ending at midnight

Huge cuts on smartphones, earbuds, smart home tools and more.

Is the AI bubble going to burst?

Wondering if AI is the new dot-com bubble? I break it down and tell you whether your 401(k) may be playing naughty or nice these holidays.

Smart ways to handle all the holiday deliveries

Getting ready for the avalanche of packages? This guide will keep you out of delivery limbo.

Black Friday deals so good they might be mistakes

Half these Black Friday deals feel illegal. New ones are popping up all day, so it’s worth checking a few times.

Memories, megabytes & mashed potatoes

Tech can’t replace Thanksgiving, but the right stuff helps bring back the people and moments that matter.

Porch pirates are hacking tracking numbers to beat you home

Someone dressed as a trash bag to steal packages? That actually happened.

Holiday gift guide: Unwrap the presents everyone wants

Google just dropped its 2025 Holiday 100, aka what everyone wants this season. I dug past the hype to find the gadgets, gear and glam that are actually worth your cash. But don’t wait until December. Many are bound to sell out sooner than later. Not feeling festive yet? Scroll past all the great gifts […]

10 best true tech stories streaming

You can keep the wizards and aliens. Give me a movie or series where something unbelievable actually happened. Back by popular demand, I put together this list for you as proof that tech isn’t only lines of code and shiny gadgets. It’s ambition, hype, brilliance and, yeah, sometimes a total train wreck. You’re gonna want […]

Unleash your inner IT overlord

I read every comment you leave at the end of this newsletter, and one theme always stands out: You want to know all the hidden things your tech can do!  Lucky for you, uncovering those “I had no idea!” moments is my superpower.  🪟 Secret Windows restart trick Frequent shutdowns can fix most computer issues, […]

Your camera roll deserves a cleanse

I remember my parents saying, “Kim, stop wasting the film.” Oh, yes, this was back when we’d put film in a camera, take up to 36 pictures, then wait for the roll to get developed to see if any of the shots were good. Those days are long gone, fortunately. Now, the average American takes […]

You asked how a smart ring sent a guy to the ER. Here’s the full story.

Recently here in The Current, I mentioned a YouTuber who ended up in the ER because of a smart ring. A bunch of you left me comments asking the same thing: “How does that even happen?” Let me explain, because this wasn’t the guy’s fault. It was a complete tech failure. 💍 Ring of fire […]

Hours left for ‘Prime Big Deal Days’

⏰ Tick, tick, tick! Prime Big Deal Days wrap up tonight at midnight. Once they’re gone, that’s it. You’ve still got time to hit “Buy Now” before it’s all over. I saved some of the best for last and pulled together 20 more gems. 😋 Fast, fun and flavorful 💦 Splash into self-care Pro tip: […]

Apple’s new gear just dropped on Amazon

Big news: Apple’s latest gadgets are now live on Amazon. Whether you’re due for an upgrade or just love shiny new tech, I pulled them all together so you can see what’s actually worth your money. Let’s bite in. 🍎 Apple’s fresh lineup AirPods Pro 3 ($249): My old AirPods are jealous. Noise cancellation is […]

ChatGPT, your secret eBay sidekick

You know that thrill of finding something on eBay for way less than it should cost and the “Yes, I am the deal master” feeling? Here’s where ChatGPT or your favorite AI bot shines. It helps you find the hidden gems that no one else is seeing. Most people search with the obvious keywords. “Vitamix […]