March 12, 2025
5 text scams going around right now

5 text scams going around right now

It’s not just clingy exes popping into your messages out of the blue. Scammers are ramping up phony texts across the country. You can make the texts stop (more below). Here are the latest ones making the rounds and the red flags to watch for: 🚨 Fake missed toll or parking ticket The FTC just […]

March 11, 2025
phishing text messages

What really happens when you delete a text?

We’ve all had those texts we want to delete — from bad jokes and typos, to (gulp) sending something sensitive to the wrong contact. Can you really ever remove a text from your life? Is a deleted text really deleted for good? It’s complicated. 🍎 Team Apple Press and hold on a text in a […]

March 8, 2025
How to train your autocorrect to actually work

How to train your autocorrect to actually work

Steps to make autocorrect on Apple iPhone and Android work for you.

March 5, 2025
Tech how-to: Turn off built-in AI on your computer and phone

Tech how-to: Turn off built-in AI on your computer and phone

Ever feel like your apps are trying a little too hard to be helpful? Maybe they’re suggesting cringy replies, summarizing things you actually wanted to read, or just getting way too pushy. Let’s dive into how to turn off those AI features that just aren’t working for you. Start in the settings Look for the […]

March 1, 2025
Selling your car? Do this first

Selling your car? Do this first

New cars are computers on wheels, tracking just as much about you as your phone does. Before you sell your car or return a lease, you need to take the time to wipe all that data. Otherwise, you’re handing over a digital diary of your life to anyone who knows where to look. Your car […]

February 28, 2025
2023's most hacked passwords

Think your browser’s password manager is safe? Think again.

It’s so easy to click and save your passwords right to Chrome, Edge, Safari or any other browser. Have you ever stopped to think about just how bad an idea it is to do this? Anyone with access to your browser can jump right into any one of your accounts. Yup, even your banking and […]

February 15, 2025
The businessman in money transfer concept

Avoid these costly mistakes when sending money

Payment apps are handy, but there are some settings you need to be careful with.

February 14, 2025
Happy Valentine’s Day! A little tech love

Happy Valentine’s Day! A little tech love

Happy Valentine’s Day! I share some of my tech loves that you’ll love, too.

February 12, 2025
'Forever chemicals' are everywhere in our tech, and almost impossible to avoid

‘Forever chemicals’ are everywhere in our tech and almost impossible to avoid

Have you heard of “forever chemicals?” I’ll break down PFAS and explain why you should be worried.

February 11, 2025
Tech how-to: Check your phone for signs someone is watching

Tech how-to: Check your phone for signs someone is watching

Worried someone is watching what you do? Check these settings on your phone.

February 4, 2025
tracking on a phone near a vehicle

How to find a hidden GPS tracker on your car

AirTags are super easy to hide, and someone can use one to follow you. Here’s how to spot a tracker on your car.

January 31, 2025
Protect your data before catastrophe strikes — after is too late

Protect your data before catastrophe strikes – after is too late

Tips to prep your important files ahead of time

January 28, 2025
DeepSeek has U.S. Big Tech scared, for good reason

What you need to know about DeepSeek

The U.S. is no longer ahead of China in terms of AI. I’ll break down their new model, DeepSeek, and how it compares to more popular chatbots.

January 26, 2025
Why Trump and tech CEOs are together

Why Trump and tech CEOs are together

It’s something we’re all talking about: Why are all the tech CEOs surrounding President Trump?

January 25, 2025
location data on google, apple devices

Delete location sharing apps – How to share in the ones you use

More and more location-sharing apps have been caught selling your data to third parties. Here’s how to use the stuff built into your phone already.

January 22, 2025
How apps you use got hijacked into selling your location

How apps you use got hijacked into selling your location

I’ll walk through how it happened and what you can do to secure your info.

January 20, 2025
tech spring cleaning tips

Quick tech cleanup: Do this every 3 months

Is your digital life a mess? You can fix that in just a few minutes.

January 19, 2025
‘Can you tape that?’ Phrases tech has killed off

‘Can you tape that?’ Phrases tech has killed off

A fun list of phrases today’s tech has made obsolete

January 11, 2025
How to run a 5-minute privacy check on your phone

How to run a 5-minute privacy check on your phone

You don’t want anyone snooping on your phone. Do this quick privacy audit to keep out prying eyes.

January 2, 2025
Clean up your inbox

A clutter-free inbox: Your simple guide to email zen in 2025

How to clean up your inbox in Gmail, Microsoft Outlook, Apple Mail and Yahoo