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Amazon closes book on older Kindle models
2+ hour, 59+ min ago (504+ words) If your old Kindle is your go-to when you want to crack open a book, you may need to look for a new one or another option. Amazon announced it will end support for e-reader models released in 2012 or earlier,…...
Georgia ranks No. 7 in the U. S. in cyber crimes reported with more than $420 M stolen, FBI says
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (94+ words) ATLANTA " The FBI found a major spike in cyber crimes reported in Georgia in 2024. According to FBI officials, cyber crimes reported in Georgia spiked by 40 percent in 2024. Georgia ranks No. 7 in the United States with more than $420 million stolen. According…...
INIU recalls 210, 000 power banks sold on Amazon due to fire risk
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (181+ words) A popular portable charger sold online is being recalled over concerns it could overheat and catch fire. INIU has recalled about 210, 000 of its BI-B41 power banks after receiving multiple reports of the devices overheating. According to federal safety officials, 11 of…...
Recall alert: Tesla recalls 10 K Powerwall 2 AC Battery System devices
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (145+ words) Tesla is recalling 10, 500 Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems because of an issue with the lithium-ion battery cells. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said that some of the batteries in the unit may stop working during normal use and can overheat....
Roku ranks most-searched Halloween movies for 2025
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (150+ words) A chill is in the air and we are days away from Halloween. It's a perfect time to look for a Halloween flick and Roku has some suggestions ranging from Halloween hijinks to downright terrifying. The streaming service said viewers…...
Apple's i Phone 17 line-up includes a new ultra-thin model and $100 price hike for Pro model
6+ mon, 4+ week ago (538+ words) We are raising the bar again," Apple CEO Tim Cook boasted in front of a crowd gathered in an auditorium named after the company's late co-founder, Steve Jobs, located on its campus in Cupertino, California. The new i Phones are…...
Recall alert: 481 K Anker power banks recalled; can overheat, catch fire
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (192+ words) Nearly half a million power banks have been recalled because they can overheat and catch fire or burn someone. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of 481, 000 Anker Power Banks. They have the following model numbers: They can be…...
Apple expected to introduce i Phone 17
7+ mon, 2+ hour ago (172+ words) Apple is expected to introduce the latest version of the i Phone today during its fall Apple Event. The event kicks off at 1 p. m. ET or 10 a. m. PT from Apple Park in Cupertino, California, Wired reported. Tech experts say the new phone…...
New smart lights coming to metro Atlanta area
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (109+ words) TUCKER, Ga. " A city in the metro Atlanta area is set to receive an upgrade to the lighting. The city of Tucker partnered with Comcast Smart Solutions to bring smart lights that come equipped with cameras and wi-fi routers. Longtime…...
Fulton County launches free cybersecurity training for seniors
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (181+ words) FULTON COUNTY, GA " Fulton County is rolling out a new online program to help older residents stay safe from online scams. The initiative, called ACT, short for "Avoid Cyber Threats" is a free, self-paced training program designed for residents ages…...