Tired of getting texts from unknown numbers talking about the upcoming election? Here are a few great tips to help keep your sanity until November is over.
Will AI steal your job next?
92 million jobs could disappear by 2030. A new report says AI is coming for them. Is yours on the list? Plus, iPhone texts to ignore, a smart ring that catches cheaters, and words that expose your ChatGPT habit.
🤯 No cure for brain rot: If your brain feels fried from endless scrolling, folks are turning to a dumb phone (paywall link). We’re talking only the basics, i.e., phone calls and texts. The trade-off? Anxiety and fear you’re missing out. Basically, you’re screwed either way.
Allowing specific calls while on Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb keeps calls and texts from bugging you, but what if there’s a person or two you want to get through any time? Here’s how to flag important contacts and silence the rest.
🚨 Life insurance data breach alert: Landmark Admin, which works with life insurance and annuities, got hacked last year with an estimated 800,000 people hit. Yeah, we’re just hearing about it now. Surprise, it was actually over 1.6 million. If you’re one of them, you’ll get a letter. Watch out for sketchy calls, texts or emails to be safe. At this point, getting hacked is just America’s newest rite of passage.
📞 Scammers posing as IRS agents: Just ask Brad, who got a call saying he misfiled his taxes and owed over $800 or else he could face jail time. The scammer knew his address and wife’s name, and Brad ended up giving him access to his bank account. PSA: The IRS never calls or texts. If it’s legit, it comes by mail.
Toll road scam texts: What you need to know
If you received a text about unpaid tolls, you’re not alone. Scammers are sending fake warnings nationwide.
FBI warns about new text scam
Fake parking ticket and toll texts are tricking people into paying. Don’t fall for it. Here’s how to spot the scam.
📜 Unlocking secrets: AI is decoding ancient texts like burnt Roman scrolls and fragile tablets. A model called Ithaca filled in the blanks with 62% accuracy, compared to 25% for human researchers. Time to learn what ancient folks were Babyloning about.
YGTR (You Got That Right!): A Stanford study says abbreviations in texts make you come across as insincere. Sure, you might think you’re being laid-back, but others see it as being lazy. Bonus cringe: People who use abbreviations are less likely to get replies. So, if you’re being ghosted, maybe ditch the “IDK” and try a full sentence, just sayin’.
Share lists easily with friends
Sick of managing who’s bringing what through endless group texts or emails? There’s a simpler way.
Stop annoying political texts
Cyber crooks are hiding behind legitimate-looking political messages to lead you to dangerous websites. I also get into online job scams, five signs your phone might be tapped, and how to rent a pool for your summer vacation.
Clues your spouse is spying on your phone
More than half of Americans confess they’ve snooped on their partner’s phone, checking texts and location history. Is your significant other one of them?
Stop phone snoops
What percentage of Americans routinely spies on their partners’ phones, checks their texts, and looks at their location history? You’ll be surprised at the answer. Plus, I’ll show you how to tell if you’re being spied on.
The NFL may owe you a ton of money
Paid for the “Sunday Ticket” subscription service? A jury found that the NFL broke antitrust laws in how it handled some Sunday games. Uber’s “One Less Car” challenge, and no more green texts with your Android buddy. Also, a creepy AI ad from Toys ‘R’ Us!
Save important texts forever
Your phone is filled with treasured memories. Here’s how to back them up, in one minute.
How to hide your phone number from marketers
Getting a bunch of spammy calls and texts? I’ve got a trick to put that to rest, in one minute.
TikTok's pedo problem, $100K freelancing gig, & earn big $ renting your yard
Plus, a dad’s book made $1M because of his daughter’s TikTok ad. I also have the scoop on Bing AI’s creepy answers, how to save texts from loved ones forever, VPN shopping tricks to get lowest prices and you won’t believe new camera features. Spoiler: Not on an iPhone yet!
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Watch out for these holiday scams
Are you waiting for your Christmas presents to arrive in the mail? Be wary of emails or texts about your orders. Here’s why, in 60 seconds.
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