“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” comes out on December 15 in most locations in the US, but tickets are available for purchase starting today, October 9. If you’re movie theater is anything like mine, Star Wars tickets sell out quickly, so here’s how to get yours ASAP. When will tickets go on sale today? The …

So, you’ve decided to jump into the crazy filter carnival that is Snapchat? Don’t feel bad that you’re just now getting started. Here are 20 awesome tips to get you up to speed in a hurry.  My Snapcode. Alina Bradford/CNET 1. You have a Snapcode That little ghost icon with your photo in it can be shared to get new …

Ah, football season. There’s only one thing that could make it better: gadgets. Here are some tech ideas you can use to elevate a tailgate party to the next level. 1. Take advantage of Google Assistant Google Assistant at home or on your phone can get you ready for Sunday. For example, it can help you plan what to wear …

Instagram has proven itself in the social media world as one of the big contenders. It currently has 800 million users. Out of those, 500 million use the app every day.  With these numbers comes the need to add additional safety features. As of Sept. 26, Instagram is rolling out additional comment and reporting features that will combat trolls… and …

Computer-optimization software is supposed to keep your computer running smoothly. Well, in this case, maybe not so much. Monday, the company that makes CCleaner, Avast’s Piriform, announced that its free software was infected with malware. If you use CCleaner, here’s what you need to know. What does the malware do? It gathers information like your IP address, computer name, a …

The Apple Watch is now the number one watch in the world, according to Apple, with a 97 percent customer satisfaction rate to boot. Its latest version, available for preorder now, adds an LTE cellular connection so you can make calls and stream songs without having to be carrying your iPhone. So you’re excited for the new Apple Watch 3? …

Hurricane Harvey made landfall on Aug. 25, but it’s still endangering and displacing tens of thousands of Texans. No matter where you are in the world, though, you can help.  You can make a donation to the American Red Cross by calling 1-800-HELP NOW (1-800-435-7669) or by going to its site. Texting HARVEY to 90999 will make a $10 donation. …

Now that the excitement is over, don’t toss your eclipse glasses just yet. Here are some ways to give them a second life and keep them out of the landfills.  1. Use them as DIY camera filters Many people placed their glasses over their phone or camera lens to get a photo of the eclipse. Even without the moon covering …

Google’s new project may not make you a star, but you can help make a movie about one. Today, on August 21, the US will experience something it hasn’t had happen in around 100 years. A total solar eclipse will cross the United States. This event doesn’t happen again until 2024, so people are pretty hyped. And why wouldn’t they? …

So, you feel like you’ve moved on from being an Instagram newbie and want to know the more advanced tips and tricks? You’ve come to the right place. Here’s what you need to know to step up your Instagram game. 1. You can save other people’s posts I don’t know how many times I’ve seen someone’s post and wanted to …