April 25, 2022 |
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Tech advice you can trust™ |
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4 things you need to know today1. Android phones are vulnerable to a years-old bug - Is your phone at risk?It is unimaginable that a dangerous security flaw in devices has gone undiscovered for 11 years. Yet, that is precisely what happened with open-source software used in Android phones for audio playback. Here's what you need to know to fix the flaw. Tap or click here to find out how to patch this severe vulnerability. → |
2. Need to talk to a real person? 10 hard-to-find tech support phone numbersSome of the biggest companies in the world bury their support numbers in hard-to-find places. They prefer you use other methods to contact them, such as chat windows or email. We've gathered phone numbers for 10 companies and their support pages. Never Google tech support phone numbers, or you may get scammed. |
3. Skip the harmful chemicals - 10 affordable, eco-friendly cleaning productsMore and more companies are acknowledging the importance of eco-friendly products. We only have one Earth, and it's our responsibility to ensure its health. One way to do this is to use certified Climate Pledge Friendly products, meaning they're more sustainable and produced. Here are some of the best options. |
4. Quick check to see if someone is spying on your computerYou 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. |
APPLE UPDATESGet Apple tips, tricks and updates to your inbox twice a week. Coming up soon: How to hide files and folders on your Mac. Handy! |
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Times are tough - Is your home protected?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.” |
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