A lot of videos have been circulating on Twitter in the past two weeks, from countless protests in support of the Black Lives Matter movement to the far opposite end of the spectrum: cute dog videos and silly hijinks. When a colleague asked if it’s possible to save these videos to the phone or laptop — for historical reference …
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Your Android phone can help you in an emergency. Here’s how
If you were to have a medical emergency, you’d want first responders to know how to get hold of your loved ones. You’d also want them to know any underlying medical conditions you may have — from allergies to invisible health challenges, right? I know I do. Android phones have a dedicated tool for displaying vital information, including your emergency …
Read More »14 hidden iPhone and iPad tricks: Screenshots, trackpad, and a document scanner
You have to applaud Apple and the fact that the company is doing its best to keep most of its iPhone and iPad lineup updated with the latest operating system. Take iOS and iPadOS 13.5 as an example. It spans from the iPhone 6S to the brand-new iPhone SE, or the iPad Air 2 to the 2020 iPad Pro. That’s six …
Read More »These are 7 used tech items you never want to buy or sell
The market for used tech and gadgets is enormous, and with good reason. Phones, wearables, gaming consoles and other gently owned tech products are a quick and easy way to make money, if you’re selling, or save money, if you’re buying. A peer-to-peer exchange or through a dedicated resale site can potentially save or make you hundreds of dollar for a device that …
Read More »iPhone now makes it easier to get emergency help. How to turn it on right now
In these uncertain times, your health is more important than ever. So it’s timely that Apple’s newest iPhone software update — iOS 13.5 — comes with a small, but potentially important feature. The update is available right now (go to Settings > General > Software update), and after installing it, you’ll have the option to automatically send all of your …
Read More »We found 7 of the best hidden features for your Mac
Mac computers are so stuffed to the gills with clever and useful features, you could go years without finding them all. Your Mac has plenty of buried treasures, like a full-on emoji keyboard and a simple process to rename a bunch of files with just a few clicks. Here are seven hidden features from Apple’s computer that I can’t live …
Read More »Don’t sell or trade in your old iPhone just yet. 8 ways to give it new life at home
When it comes time to upgrade to a new phone, you’re faced with a decision. Do you trade it in and get a discount, or do you hang on to it? I can’t fault you if you want to get a discount on a new phone, especially on the already affordable iPhone SE. That said, don’t be so quick to …
Read More »Your kid’s Android screen time is out of control. Here’s how to rein it in
Over the last few weeks, I think it’s fair to say we parents have all loosened our screen time limits for our kids. With most of us under stay-at-home orders and with school canceled, letting the kids use phones and tablets more than usual has become the new norm. But, it’s still a good idea to know what they’re doing. Google’s …
Read More »OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro are killer flagship phones. Here’s how to buy them today
The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are stunning phones. The 8 Pro’s 120Hz refresh rate makes everything “bouncy and liquidy” according to CNET reviewer Lynn La, while the less expensive OnePlus 8 is her top pick, thanks to its price and still impressive feature set. Both phones come with improved cameras, 5G connectivity, and new flashy colors. And, for the …
Read More »New iPhone SE 2020: How to buy Apple’s $399 iPhone right now, and for less
The reviews are in, and Apple’s new iPhone SE is everything we hoped it would be. The second-gen iPhone SE’s camera can compete with the iPhone 11, battery life is exceptional and performance is speedy. CNET’s reviewer Patrick Holland called it “the most value for your dollar of any phone Apple sells.” Apple, along with its retail and carrier partners are …
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