Don't let the holiday opportunities pass you by. Now is the perfect time to connect with your family members on a deeper level than ever before. Sit down and ask them for their best family stories. Just make sure you record the talk so future generations can benefit from their wisdom!

As convenient as Google Maps and Apple Maps are, it’s unnerving when your house and address number are visible to anyone on the internet. Here’s a secret: You can request a privacy blur over pictures of your home. 

Here‘s how to submit a request to Google: 

• Open Google Maps or the Street View gallery and look up your address.
• Tap the Street View photo you want to have blurred. The image has to show your face, home, license plate or other identifying information.
• Click Report a problem. You’ll find this in the bottom right or by clicking the three-dot menu on a photo.
• Complete the form, then click Submit.

🍎 Now do the same with Apple Maps. The steps are different for this one.

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It's easy to fall into harmful habits. But when it comes to your digital life, it's best to brush up on the basics from time to time. You may discover you're putting yourself in danger every day. Here are three common mistakes you should stop making ASAP.

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Does your printer have enough ink for another year of work reports, tax forms and homework? If you print a lot or wish you could print a lot without worrying about ink, it’s important to have the right printer.

Epson is changing the game with its cartridge-free EcoTank printers that have supersized easy-to-fill ink tanks and come with a ridiculous amount of ink — enough to print thousands of pages! EcoTank makes it easy, so make the switch today.

Apple has always been a top innovator of technology, but its latest development is a little shocking. A science journal recently made claims that AirPods make for good hearing aids. Seriously! We've got all the details on how you can hear better at an affordable price.

Smart assistants are helpful to have around the house. But sometimes they butt in when least expected and can be super annoying. Fortunately, there is a simple way to disable Google Assistant on your Android device. Here's how.

Como se dice “Kim Komando in Spanish”? Sí — it’s “Kim Komando en Español”! That’s right, my podcast is now translated into Spanish. How cool is that? If you know any Spanish speakers, pass it along! Find it in your favorite podcast player. Just search Komando.

Humans have been using frozen water to stay warm for thousands of years. It's a little counterintuitive, seeing as snow and ice are, well, freezing. That begs the question: How do igloos stay so warm?