The average human is capable of hearing frequencies between 20Hz to 20,000Hz. The higher you hear, the better your hearing ability. And the older we get, the harder it is to hear high-frequency sounds. Take this simple, accurate quiz to see how you stack up.
Gmail tips and tricks: 10 buried settings and features to try
Email takes so much time. I have a rule: If I’m writing more than a few lines, I pick up the phone or do a quick Zoom call. I have some other time-saving tactics that truly work, like the one-minute rule. Tap or click for my favorite inbox hacks.
For Gmail specifically, you have your privacy to consider, too. Tap or click to see exactly what Gmail collects about you. It is shocking to see it all laid out.
If you’re firmly in the Gmail camp, it’s easy to get lost in the maze of features. Keep reading for 10 ways to take your inbox to the next level.
1. Set up templates
Do you send a lot of emails with the same basic information? You can easily create a template in Gmail to save yourself valuable time.
Go into Settings (the cog icon) > See all settings > Advanced link. Scroll down to the section marked Templates and click the circle marked Enable.
Now you can create up to 50 unique templates. To create a template, click Compose, then write your email, including the subject line. Click the three dots at the bottom right-hand corner, then Templates. Choose Save draft as template.
To insert a template you’ve created, start a new email draft. Again, click the three-dot menu > Templates > and insert one of your templates.
2. Create and manage labels
Are you a super-organized type? You probably already know Gmail uses labels, not folders, to sort your mail. Once you create a label, you can search for it in the search bar and find emails under the label name. You can assign multiple labels to an email, too, for easy cross-referencing.
To label a specific email:
- Open the email, then click on the Label icon under the search bar. It looks like a small tag.
- Choose from an existing label if you already have some setup, or create a new one by typing in the name.
Tech tip: Speed up your Windows or Mac's startup the easy way
Remember back when you bought your computer? It was blazing fast, started up as soon as you hit the power button and everything was clean and tidy.
If your machine is a few years old, it’s taken a lot of wear and tear. The outside, and all those small ports, definitely need a good cleanup. Tap or click for my guide on the best ways to get the grime off your devices without ruining them.
Use Amazon? Make these 5 changes now to protect your privacy
Amazon’s pandemic boom shows no signs of slowing down. Every single minute in the first quarter of this year, the e-commerce giant brought in $837,330.25.
For Big Tech companies, collecting your data is a vital part of their profits. You can take your privacy back as long as you know the proper settings to change. Tap or click for eight hidden maps and trackers you need to switch off now.
7 travel hacks to save you time and money on your next trip
With restrictions being lifted on travel and widespread vaccinations, you may be thinking of taking a trip. Who could blame you? We’ve had a rough year, and everyone could use a little vacation.
Even though people are starting to move around more, the pandemic is not over, and you must still exercise caution when traveling. Tap or click here for 10 things to think about to help make your journey a safe one.
Komando DIY: 7 must-try iPhone tricks
Since its debut over a decade ago, the iPhone has revolutionized the smartphone world. But you might not know some of its secrets hiding in plain sight. Customize alerts, move multiple apps at once, and even automatically forward or delete messages.
5 new uses for your Amazon Fire tablet
Looking for a new tablet? You’re in luck as Amazon recently unveiled a new range of its hugely popular Amazon Fire tablets. From the basic to hardcore and even ones for kids, the new Fire tablets are giving Apple a run for its money. Tap or click here to check out Apple’s latest devices.
The best way to clean all the dirt and grime off your tech
Maybe you’ve set aside your stash of pandemic disinfectant wipes, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore your tech. Germs, dirt, grime, and dust settle into every nook and cranny. If you don’t do something about it, you’ll shorten your gadget’s useful life.
Small biz tip: 3 mistakes tanking your profits
When you’re an entrepreneur or a small business owner, you know that every penny counts. There are so many regular costs, plus you have to spend even more when life throws things like weather damage or a global pandemic at you.
Tech nerds unite! 10 things you can do with a Raspberry Pi
Technology advances every day and nothing showcases how far it’s come more than a Raspberry Pi. It wasn’t too long ago that Nokia phones were the hot new thing. Now we can watch TV on our cellphones and video conference with people on the other side of the world.
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Virtual makeover: Easy way to redecorate your rooms online
For many of us, remote work has become the new norm. A year into the pandemic and we are getting used to balancing our home and work lives.
Tax season is here and you may have questions about how to file this year. Who is eligible for a work-from-home tax deduction? Can you claim home office expenses on your return? Tap or click here for answers to these questions and more.
3 Amazon privacy settings you need to change now
I wondered how much money I have spent on Amazon.com, and maybe you’d also like to see your stats. There’s an insider trick to getting a detailed report from Amazon. Tap or click here for the steps to see every single thing you’ve purchased and when on Amazon.com.
20 smart new Alexa commands for your Amazon Echo
We’re firmly in the age of smart speakers. Maybe you rely on Siri or the assistant built into your phone, but you likely have a full-fledged AI assistant in your home too.
Alexa, built into the Amazon Echo, is everywhere. If you have an Echo, there’s a good chance Alexa has driven you up the wall a time or two with the follow-up questions. Tap or click here for 5 quick fixes to Amazon Echo annoyances.
Master TikTok, shake phone stalkers, spring clean your PC and more: Tech Q&A
Each week, I receive tons of questions from my listeners about tech concerns, new products and all things digital.
Sometimes, choosing the most interesting questions to highlight is the best part of my job. This week, I received questions about clean installs, social media search histories, commandeered security cameras and more.
Windows 10 how-to: Roll back to a previous version
Having trouble with the latest Windows 10 update? Maybe it’s so bad, you wish you’d never updated your PC in the first place. In this Komando DIY, we walk you through how to roll back your Windows version.
7 strategies to delete yourself from the internet
Maintaining your online privacy has become increasingly difficult. If you’re tired of platforms and companies snooping through your personal data, it’s time to take action. In this video, Kim shows you seven ways to shut out Facebook, Amazon, Twitter, people-search sites and others.
Essential laptop maintenance tips and tricks
If you want your laptop to work well for years to come, you’ve got to treat it right. In this Komando DIY, we’ll show you everything you need to do each month to keep your computer running smoothly. Learn an easy trick to clean up old files, a simple way to tidy your desktop, the best tools to care for the outside of your computer, and more.
Data security tip: Best tax prep software, ranked
Tax season is in full swing. Like every tax season, scammers are on the hunt for unwitting victims. File too late and, whoops, someone already did in your name.
This year is set to be even more dangerous, with brand-new schemes already taking people for a ride. We have some warnings you can’t miss below on the biggest scams the IRS has spotted and what you can do about them.
5 Zoom tricks you need to know
If you’re working from home, your schedule is probably crammed full of Zoom meetings. Still getting to know the video conferencing platform? We put together five clever tricks to help you make the most out of your video calls and maybe even help you camouflage that quarantine haircut you gave yourself with the kitchen scissors.
Storage full? 3 hacks to free up space on your smartphone
That pesky “storage full” notification always comes at the worst time. Instead of scrambling to delete photos and apps to free up space on your smartphone, take our advice. Check out these hacks to help you organize your photos and videos, clear up digital clutter and see exactly what’s eating up all the space on your device.