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🔎 Think size matters? These tiny tools work hard.

This wrist brace (29% off) is like a hug for your hand.
Make your feet baby soft with a callus remover ($20).
Grab a variety pack of bandages ($10) to cover up cuts.
Headache? Pop on this relief cap (26% off) and chill out.
Get an armband monitor ($45) for a cheaper fitness tracker.

🏃‍♀️ Go the distance: Get your steps in without leaving home on this smart treadmill (9% off) that folds up for easy storage.

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PayPal is about to sell off your data

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Haven’t used your account in years? Follow these steps so you can opt out of the data sharing.

🕳️ Google reads your texts: They’re doing it again. Starting July 7, Google’s Gemini AI will tap into your Phone, Messages, WhatsApp and more, even if you’ve opted out of activity tracking. Google calls it “good news.” I found the secret steps to stop this nonsense here. Otherwise, your texts will be stored, scanned and possibly read by a human along with the things, up to and including being sold to who knows who. Not cool.

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The magic number of steps that works better than 10,000. New research suggests this is the “optimal dose” for reducing dementia risk and boosting long-term health without crossing into overachiever territory. Think of it as efficiency, not laziness.

😟 Break down tough tasks with AI: Next time you feel overwhelmed by a project, try this prompt with a chatbot: “I want to [goal], but I’m not sure where to start. Can you lay out the steps and suggest which to do first?” Or: “I want to [goal], but I’m a beginner. Can you explain the steps in simple terms?”

💸 Upgrade to an Instagram business profile: A professional account lets you run ads and see what’s working, including your top posts and the best time to share. Already using a personal account for your biz? No need to start over. Just go to Profile > Edit profile > Switch to professional account and follow the steps.

Windows 11 backup warning: Microsoft confirmed it automatically deletes System Restore points after 60 days. ICYDK: They’re like save buttons for your settings, letting you roll your PC back to a previous state when something goes wrong. The fix? Create one yourself every few weeks. Just search Create a restore point and follow the steps.

🖥️ Clear taskbar clutter on Windows 11: You can remove most apps by right-clicking them and choosing Unpin from taskbar. But some, like Widgets and Chat, need extra steps. Go to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar and toggle them off under Taskbar items. Finally, room for the stuff you actually use.

Leavin’ on a jet plane? Don’t wait in line for a bad passport pic. Head to Passport Photo Online and follow a few steps to take the perfect shot at home. This site shows you exactly what to do, so your photo won’t get rejected. I used a publicity photo for my passport. I’m always relieved when a customs officer holds up the photo to my face and passes me through after a long flight.

📷 Not just for tracking steps: The Apple Watch looks like it will get a camera to “see” the world using AI-enabled visual intelligence (paywall link). That means you could scan a flyer to add an event to your calendar or look up a restaurant on the spot. ETA? 2027.

🤖 Sharing your Android? It’s easy to lock it to one app so your stuff stays safe. Open Settings > Security > Advanced Settings, toggle on App Pinning and Ask for PIN Before Unpinning. Swipe up to see your recent apps, tap the app icon and press Pin. Swipe up and enter your PIN to get it back to normal. These steps might vary by the brand you own.

🧑🏼‍🍳 Cook more, talk less: Found a tasty dish but don’t wanna read a long story about its meaning? Try Just The Recipe. Copy and paste the recipe’s URL into the site. It will show you only the steps and ingredients. There’s an app (iOS & Android), plus a Chrome extension if you like it.

Smart security: Turn on SIM lock to prevent unauthorized SIM swaps if your phone is lost or stolen. On iPhone: Settings > Cellular > SIM PIN. On Android: Settings > Security > SIM card lock. Your phone’s steps may vary. Now, don’t forget the PIN you set up.

Listen up, Workspace Teams: No more, “I didn’t know.” Your Google Meet AI notetaker is getting an upgrade. Now, meeting transcripts will include a checklist of suggested next steps, complete with tasks, due dates and assigned members.

5-minute phone privacy check

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In just five minutes, you can secure your phone from unwanted snooping. Follow these quick steps to stay safe.

Remove your home on Google Maps

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Burglars use Google Maps to scout homes without getting close — until they strike. This is why you should blur your house, and I’ve got the steps.

Lock your credit files immediately

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Another huge data breach — 2.9 billion records exposed, including Social Security numbers. Here are the quick steps you need to take right now to protect yourself.

A phone reset is not good enough

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Trying to sell your old phone? Remember to take these privacy steps before you hand it off.

June 8th, 2024

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Kathy’s husband is talking to other women online, and falling for scams. She doesn’t know what steps to take next. Plus, NewsBreak app has ties to Communist China, X allows porn, and AI coworkers are coming.

Quick way to cancel your subscriptions

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Considering canceling your card on file to reset your subscriptions? Before you do, there are a few steps you should follow.