If you're losing connection or have a spotty Wi-Fi signal in certain areas of your home, you might be able to fix the issue with help from a few simple tips and tricks.

There’s a TikTok video going viral with a great iPhone trick. Say you answer the phone and it’s someone you know but you don’t really want to talk to them. Rather than giving some lame excuse, keep talking as normal. 

Here’s where the trick comes in: 

• During the call, pull up your iPhone’s quick settings and put your phone into Airplane mode.
• The person on the other end of the call will see “Call Failed” rather than “Call Ended.”

👋 Just like that, you’re free without hurting anyone’s feelings.

If you learned something new or found this helpful, consider subscribing to the Komando Community. Your support makes our work possible. Try it free here!

Apple might have perpetuated the false claim that Macs and macOS can't be infected with malware. Proven wrong on many occasions, an Apple executive has now admitted in front of a judge that it is a huge problem for the operating system. We've got all the details on this misconception.

Get Apple tips, tricks and updates to your inbox twice a week. Coming up soon: How to hide files and folders on your Mac. Handy!

SimpliSafe is an award-winning home security system, so you know it’s engineered with the latest technology you want to keep your family safe. But what really sets SimpliSafe apart is its people: Highly trained security experts who are always there for you when you need them most.

When you need them most, SimpliSafe is there 24/7 with experts trained to not only keep you safe but to make you feel safe. It’s one of the many reasons U.S. News recently called SimpliSafe “the best home security of 2022.”

Here's a little secret: Many of the flashy tech upgrades aren't worth your money. Companies spend millions in marketing and advertising to convince you otherwise, of course. Instead of shelling out for something just a little bigger or faster, spend your money where it counts. I have a list of 10 gadgets and gizmos that will actually make a difference in your everyday life.

You know advertisers and Big Tech are watching much of what you do, but what about something more sinister? Kim has a check to see if something, or someone, has wormed their way into your system. Digital spying leaves clues, and we'll help you find them.

The internet is full of junk. We find the good stuff for you, from helpful tools to get stuff done to the best apps and websites out there.

See how News Director Ben ranks some of the gadgets he’s reviewed over the past year. What did he like best? What were the biggest disappointments? And stick around as Ben says farewell to the Komando team.