Microsoft releases critical update — Samsung Cloud is going away forever
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June 10, 2021

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Do this now before your Gmail account is deleted

3 things you need to know today

1. Do this now before your Gmail account is deleted

Gmail is one of the most popular email providers, so there's a good chance you have an account. But people are finally wising up to the reach of Big Tech and are looking for more secure options. If your Gmail account hasn't been used in a while, it might disappear without warning. We'll tell you how to save important messages and attachments before it's too late.

Tap or click here to save your critical files. →

2. Patch your Windows PC now to stamp out 50 vulnerabilities

Microsoft has released several vulnerability fixes in the latest Patch Tuesday update. Some of the flaws in software like Outlook and Excel have been tagged as critical, meaning that you should update your operating system immediately. We've got details on what comes with the update and how you can get it.

Tap or click here for the latest critical updates for Windows. →

3. Save your Samsung Cloud data before it disappears

Our computers only have so much space. That's why many of us depend on cloud services from our favorite platforms. Sadly, Samsung Cloud is shutting down. We've got details on how long you have and ways to move your data to another platform with ease.

Tap or click here to move your data before it's too late. →

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Could ransomware paralyze America?

Many of my tech updates have focused on the exploding epidemic of ransomware attacks. And now the White House is saying exactly what I’ve been saying: It’s up to private businesses, large and small, to ramp up their own cybersecurity to protect America.

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In case you missed it ...

  1. These iPhone apps have scammed people out of millions. Tap or click to find which apps to delete.
  2. Don’t let this malware infect your computer and steal your passwords. Tap or click for ways to outsmart the scammers.
  3. Warning: Email promising protection from ransomware is actually malware. Tap or click for red flags to watch for.
  4. Have lousy Wi-Fi? Upgrade to a mesh system ($46 off if you hurry). Tap or click for an affordable Wi-Fi boost.
  5. More pandemic checks coming – Don’t be fooled by bogus emails. Tap or click to protect your money.
 

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Komando.com Review: Does this gadget really turn your desk into an ‘invisible’ charger?

Komando.com Review: Does this gadget really turn your desk into an ‘invisible’ charger?

This week, News Director Ben reviews a device that helps bring order back to your messy desk by magically turning the surface into an invisible charging pad. Yes, it’s real but find out if the drawbacks actually make it worth the price tag.

 

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AND FINALLY ...

Facial recognition tech was designed for humans, sure. But it can also recognize individual koala faces! 🐨

Even better, this tech can be life-saving for the adorable marsupials. A team from Australia’s Griffith University will set up cameras around popular koala crossing sites. With facial recognition tech, they hope to differentiate between the traveling koalas and keep track of their individual lives. Here’s how it works!

 

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