December 19, 2021 |
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News you can really useWe scour the web for the news that impacts you every single day. And to make it even more relevant for you, our valued readers, just scroll to the end of each article. Here, we're summing up what the news of the day means for you. Be on the lookout! |
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4 things you need to know today1. Scam alert: Avoid these personalized ads on social mediaA personalized gift is a great way to show loved ones that you care. But scammers are using that idea to target potential victims on social media with ads for personalized products. While you may get a product you pay for, it might not be what you're expecting. We'll show you how to spot and avoid these types of scams. Tap or click here to spot and avoid these social media scams. → |
2. Google Drive could start blocking files it says are against its terms of serviceGoogle Drive is great for organizing and sharing files. You can't upload anything you please, however. Files must adhere to Google's Terms of Service and program policies. If you violate the rules, Google will now flag your offending files, making them inaccessible to anyone but yourself. We'll show you what you can do if your stuff gets flagged. Tap or click here to find out how to handle the Google Drive crackdown. → |
3. Ho ho ho! How to get Alexa to respond to 'Santa Claus' insteadThe North Pole is far away, and Santa is too busy at this time to answer letters. So what can parents do to help their kids speak with Santa? Amazon is helping out by allowing kids to communicate with him through Alexa. Here's how. Tap or click here for a clever way to communicate with Santa. → |
4. A fun and screen-free way to teach your kids the U.S. mapIf you're looking for a Christmas gift for children, try this coloring U.S. map. It builds creativity, curiosity and knowledge. Tap or click here for a fun way to teach your kids about the U.S. → |
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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