How to efficiently clean your earbuds — Find out if your phone's mic and camera are being used
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January 20, 2022

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PRIVACY 101: How to get photos of your home off Zillow, Redfin and Realtor.com

PRIVACY 101: How to get photos of your home off Zillow, Redfin and Realtor.com

When selling your home, you want to provide helpful information to attract buyers. This includes photos, floor plans, furniture, appliances and more. But if you change your mind about selling, this information puts your privacy at risk and can attract criminals. Getting your home information off the internet isn't easy, but here are ways to try.

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Quick tip of the day

You don’t need Adobe Acrobat to sign a digital document. It’s easy to create a virtual signature you can use on a Mac with just the Preview app:

  • In Preview, hit Tools.
  • Choose Annotate.
  • Select Signature, then Manage signatures.
  • From there, you have two options: Sign using your trackpad or sign your name on a white piece of paper and hold it up to your webcam.

🖥️ Use a Windows computer? Follow these steps to create a digital signature, and scroll to No. 4.

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How to find the lowest price on your medications

How to find the lowest price on your medications

Did you know the amount of money you pay for a prescription depends on the pharmacy you go to? One store can charge as little as $6 while another will ask for $36. That's right: There are different prices for the same bottle of pills. Use GoodRx to find the cheapest price.

Tap or click here to save money on life-saving prescriptions. →

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Need a new printer? You'll love the Epson EcoTank

Need a new printer? You'll love the Epson EcoTank

Does your printer have enough ink for another year of work reports and tax forms? 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.

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Your earbuds are gross - Here’s how to clean them the right way

Take a look at your earbuds, and be honest. Are they ... pretty gross? Yeah, most of us neglect to clean them often enough, and all kinds of junk builds up over time. Instead of wiping them on your jeans and calling it good, give them a thorough cleaning. I'll show you how.

The smart trick to know when your phone’s camera or mic is being used

Apple's recent versions of iOS have one standout feature you have to use: A simple indicator that shows you exactly which app is accessing your camera or microphone. I'll show you how it works. Don't worry, Android users — I've got you covered too.

 

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'Brand New or Not True': The Kim Komando Show, Jan. 15, 2022

'Brand New or Not True': The Kim Komando Show, Jan. 15, 2022

Catch up with Kim's national radio game show sensation, Brand New or Not True. Kim introduces three products: One is brand new, and the other two are totally fake. This week, Kim attempts to trick Deb from Bedford, Oregon. Will Kim be able to fool her or will she come out the winner? You can play along while you watch but remember, no cheating!

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