It’s hard to remember to take your meds

December 29, 2024

It’s hard to remember to take your meds: If you or someone in your life is struggling, having an iPhone can help. Open the Health app > Browse > Medications > Add a Medication. From here, you can set reminders that pop up as phone notifications. You can also get this top-reviewed monthly pill organizer with talking alarms.

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Tech how-to: Remove duplicate photos and declutter your digital library

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Unsecure page error: 5 things to try if you get this warning

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There are countless threats on the internet, from scams to malware-infested websites. Then there are unsecured websites, which your browser warns you about. If you get a message that says, “Your connection is not private,” you might jolt in alarm.

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Tech tip: Share your ETA on the go

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It’s way better than sharing your location 24/7. Imagine if we’d had this tech back in our 20s. Total concert and party game‑changer!

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Your IP address: What it is and why you need to protect yours if you care about privacy

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