Weekly Roundup

You've probably heard us talking about credit card skimmers in the past. That's why you jiggle the card reader every time you pay for gas, to make sure a crook hasn't rigged it to steal your credit card information. Unfortunately, criminals have figured out how to bypass the "jiggle system" and can now steal your card data anyway. But you're not without options.

Despite opposition from users and world governments, Facebook is still having privacy issues. While it appeared to give users the option to opt out of location tracking, Facebook revealed it tracks you anyway and there's no way to stop it. Is the social media giant flexing its power or has it just helped users decide it's finally time to ditch Facebook for real?

How smart is your home? Do you at least have a few smart plugs or smart switches? If you can't tell the difference, you're not alone. With all the smart home devices out there, things can get confusing.

Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? if not, it's time to get serious. The big day will be here before you know it. Big ticket items are easy to think of, but what about all those stocking stuffers you need to buy?

If you start to feel a little glum around the holidays, know you're not alone. It can be tough to spend such a festive time of the year by yourself, and it's even worse when you're surrounded by loved ones but you still feel lonely.