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July 13, 2021

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A wireless carrier was just hit by a data breach - Check your email

4 things you need to know today

1. A wireless carrier was just hit by a data breach - Check your email

Data breaches are becoming more prevalent and dangerous. Even if you're not directly involved with the impacted company, your information could be exposed. Now, a major wireless carrier was hit with a massive breach. Is your data at risk?

Tap or click here to see if your data has been exposed. →

2. Alexa can listen for breaking glass, barking dogs and crying babies - Here's how to set it up

Amazon's Alexa is great for helping out around the house or finding directions to a new restaurant. But through a software update, the virtual assistant can now be your ears in your home when you aren't there. Here's how to set up Sound Detection mode.

Tap or click here to get Alexa to listen for important sounds. →

3. Want to go to space? Win a trip on Richard Branson's spaceplane

Space travel has captured the imagination of millions over the last few decades. Sir Richards Branson further ignited the intrigue over the weekend by flying up to 53 miles above Earth and floating weightlessly. Now he's giving you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to space yourself. Here's how.

Tap or click here for a chance to win this amazing adventure. →

4. 5-minute tech fix: Finally speed up your PC

Dealing with a computer that runs at a snail's pace is frustrating. But before you run out and spend a ton of money on a replacement, try my pro tips to make your old machine run like new again.

Tap or click here for quick ways to speed up your computer. →

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Biden vs. Big Tech: What you need to know

On Friday, President Biden announced a 72-point plan to rein in the power of Big Tech. Here's what his plan is missing.

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In case you missed it ...

  1. Recall alert: 400K pickups recalled over risk of exploding airbags. Tap or click to see if your vehicle is on the list.
  2. How to use Have I Been Pwned? to see if your info is floating around the web. Tap or click to protect your information.
  3. How to delete your search history from social media and your browser. Tap or click to protect your privacy.
  4. Tech from 6 gadget brands pulled from Amazon. Tap or click to see why they're no longer welcome.
  5. 170 crypto scam apps spotted stealing money. Tap or click to remove the offending apps.
 

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Do sharks attack GoPros?

Do sharks attack GoPros?

Sharks are one of the apex predators in the ocean. They are agile, dangerous hunters that, when met face-to-face, can send chills down your spine. But, there has been a running theory that sharks are somehow attracted to electronics and, more specifically, GoPros. So, is this true?

 

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AND FINALLY ...

Ever wanted a toy that reminds you of a failed business? 🧸 Video game developer MSCHF Product Studio just dropped a new line of toys inspired by some of the most famous startups that never took off. The Dead Startup Toys series includes:

  • The Juicero juicer
  • A laptop from the One Laptop Per Child project
  • A Theranos miniLab
  • The Coolest Cooler
  • Jibo social robot

Don’t think of it as a memorial, the creators say. It’s more like necromancy. (Their words, not ours.) If you want to learn about some of the startup world’s funniest failures, check out our failed tech slideshow!

 

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