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This new scam could trick you into downloading malware
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (259+ words) A new scam involving fake Captcha boxes is tricking people into downloading malware that can steal sensitive information. A new scam is exploiting a familiar internet security check " tricking people into compromising their own computers. The Identity Theft Resource Center…...
Consumer Reports warns parents about GPS, smartwatch privacy when tracking kids
2+ week, 3+ day ago (403+ words) More parents are using GPS trackers and smartwatches to keep tabs on their children, but experts warn that these devices can raise privacy concerns. Kayelani Vasquez uses a tracker to monitor her daughter while she travels with her school's sports…...
Shopping at thrift stores can help you save money this holiday season, Consumer Reports says
3+ mon, 4+ day ago (242+ words) Those looking to save money this holiday season may want to consider secondhand gifts. "There was definitely a stigma behind gifting something that you purchased at a thrift store or a used item, but that's changing," said Jodhaira Rodriguez of…...
RETRO TECH: In 1982, this $500,000 computer helped choose your Christmas presents
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (130+ words) In 1982, this store computer told you whether Aunt Mary should get a sweater because she "looked like Princess Diana." Deciding what to buy loved ones is a universal holiday dilemma. Today, you might Google gift guides or even ask ChatGPT;…...
Lithium-ion batteries keep us connected, but are you using them safely?
5+ mon, 3+ day ago (248+ words) They're in our phones, laptops and smartwatches'but lithium-ion batteries can be dangerous when damaged or overcharged. They power our phones, laptops and even our smartwatches, but lithium-ion batteries can become dangerous if they aren't handled properly. As these rechargeable power…...
Apple Black Friday 2025 Deals: Savings we found on AirPods, iPads and more
4+ mon, 2+ day ago (153+ words) If you're shopping specifically for Apple products during this year's Black Friday sales, you're in luck. Numerous retailers have deals on AirPods, MacBooks, iPads and more just in time for the holiday shopping season. We dug through to find the…...
Mark Zuckerberg unveils Meta’s newest AI-powered smart glasses
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (1129+ words) Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stage on Wednesday to unveil the company's next-generation artificial intelligence-powered wearable device: a pair of smart glasses with a tiny display inside the lens. The Displays and other new wearables are part of the…...
What to know to protect electronic devices during extreme weather, power outages
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (337+ words) When a big storm rolls in, one of the best ways to protect your electronics is also one of the simplest. "Make sure to unplug your electronics before the storm, not once it's started. Also, make sure to stay away…...
Apple products seeing prices slashed during October Prime Day. AirPods at lowest price ever
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (469+ words) Amazon's October Prime Day is here, and with it comes thousands of savings to take advantage of. We've gone ahead and done the work for you and identified the top Apple October Prime Day deals we found when looking through…...
The newest Apple products are now available for purchase. Here's where you can get them
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (363+ words) Apple's newest products hit the shelves Friday, with the new iPhone 17 line leading the way. That includes the introduction of the iPhone Air, which Apple says is its thinnest smartphone yet. And, as seen in years past, its newest phones…...