Buying a new car? Your dealership will likely push to tack on extras and raise the price. While you can probably do without heated seats in a warm climate, there are some options you should consider. Automatic braking systems can save your life. We'll show you the best options worth springing for.

Stop scrolling through your texts, looking for important messages. You can pin them for easy access later! On an Android phone, you can pin any message in a text thread. On an iPhone, you can pin a link or image. 

• Open a text conversation, then press down on the message and tap the pin icon (iPhone) or star icon (Android).
• Later, open the message thread, then tap your contact’s photo or initials. Look for Pinned messages. Tap it and you’ll see everything you’ve marked to save.

You can also pin an entire conversation so you don’t have to swipe down your inbox to find it. Just hold down on a thread and tap Pin. Now you’ll see it at the top of your message inbox. Handy!

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A virtual private network (VPN) adds a layer of security between you and the internet. It hides your IP address, encrypts internet traffic and protects your browser history. The benefits go beyond security, and you can even add a VPN to your smart TV. We'll show you how.

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.

This is it. The putt to win the tournament. If you sink it, the championship is yours. But on your backswing, your hat falls over your eyes. Is this how you're running your business? Poor visibility because you're still relying on spreadsheets and outdated finance software?

To see the full picture, you need to upgrade to NetSuite by Oracle. Gain visibility and control of your financials, inventory, HR, planning, budgeting and more. With NetSuite, you can automate your processes and close your books in no time while staying well ahead of your competition. Approximately 93% of surveyed businesses increased their visibility and control after upgrading to NetSuite. Over 31,000 businesses already use NetSuite.

Have you watched a show on Netflix that you didn't like, but it's now messing with the algorithm and recommending junk you'd never watch? There is a simple way to fix that. Just remove the show you didn't like from your viewing history. We'll show you how.

Surfing the web without protection is like swimming through shark-infested waters in your birthday suit. You're floating towards the danger zone. Maybe you're putting it off because you think cybersecurity is expensive. You're mistaken. It can actually be 100% free! Take these six cost-free security downloads, for example.

Grab your phone and download the Komando app. It's a super easy (and free!) way to keep up with the latest news, hear my podcasts and more.

Your privacy could be in danger if you have any smart home devices. In this episode, learn new Google tricks, keyboard shortcuts and a few Facebook dangers. Also, here's why you should never use in-app browsers. (If you put your info in them, you're in big trouble!)