Tech
Snowed in? 10 Ways to Make Working From Home Workable
Jim Gold on January 25, 2016
Blizzards may keep many people home, but modern technology keeps them connected to work. Are you ready to plow through a snow day?
The World’s Worst Passwords (Is Yours One of Them?)
Krystal Steinmetz on January 25, 2016
Just because your password is long doesn’t mean it’s secure. If your online password makes this list, do yourself a favor and change it now.
Drone Owner? Register Soon or Face a Fine (or Worse)
Krystal Steinmetz on January 25, 2016
If you’re flying a remote-controlled aircraft, you now have lots of company in the airspace. Before you take to the skies again, find out if your device needs to be registered and how to do it.
Amazon Offers Full Refunds on All Hoverboards
Krystal Steinmetz on January 21, 2016
While the feds investigate fires and accidents that are apparently related to the self-balancing boards, the online retail giant becomes the first to offer refunds.
iPhone Users: This Is an Update You Should Not Ignore
Krystal Steinmetz on January 21, 2016
The latest Apple security update may sound routine, but a computer security expert explains why it’s important for iPhone users to install it right away. Here’s how to do it.
Verizon Launches New ‘FreeBee’ Data Plan
Karla Bowsher on January 20, 2016
One week after AT&T announced a new unlimited wireless data plan, Verizon has unveiled its own innovation. Learn the details.
Finally: A Way to Rid Your iPhone of Those Pesky Default Apps
Krystal Steinmetz on January 20, 2016
If you’re tired of Apple’s default apps cluttering your iPhone or iPad, you’re going to want to check out these clever tricks to hide them.
Buyer Beware: Hoverboards’ Safety Mark Said to Be Bogus
Krystal Steinmetz on January 19, 2016
Underwriters Laboratories has accused Illinois-based Swagway of using fake UL safety certification marks on its hoverboards.
Was Child Labor Used to Help Make Your Phone, Car Battery?
Karla Bowsher on January 19, 2016
Children as young as 7 work in African mines to unearth a metal commonly used in cellphone and car batteries, according to a new report.
Hey, College Applicants: Guess Who Is Checking Out Your Facebook Page
Krystal Steinmetz on January 18, 2016
In rapidly growing numbers, college admissions officers are researching potential students on social media. Here’s how it could affect your applications, for better or worse.
7 Retailers That Allow Online Coupon Code ‘Stacking’
Karla Bowsher on January 18, 2016
A handful of the nation’s largest online retailers allow shoppers to save additional money with this little-known trick. Here’s everything you need to know before making another purchase online.
You Have 10 Days Left to Listen to iTunes Radio for Free
Karla Bowsher on January 18, 2016
Apple will be folding its free iTunes Radio into Apple Music, according to news reports. Find out how much the new service will cost you.
Guess Who Gets the Millions From Yahoo’s Email Privacy Settlement (Not Users)
Krystal Steinmetz on January 17, 2016
The Internet giant has agreed to fork over $4 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought against it for its process of scanning email. It’s easy to see how the lawyers will benefit, but the users? Not so much.
7 Remarkable New Tech Products That Soon May Improve Your Day-to-Day Life
Ari Cetron on January 13, 2016
At the year’s biggest consumer electronics show, companies unveiled a wide array of technologies. These are some of the innovations that could make it into your life — and soon.
Fitbit Woes: Product Complaints, Lawsuits and Tanking Stocks
Krystal Steinmetz on January 12, 2016
The wearables tech company is suffering a bout of ill health as it faces two separate lawsuits, plunging share prices and a lukewarm reception to its newest gadget.
AT&T’s Latest Offer Is Unlimited Data — With a Hitch
Karla Bowsher on January 12, 2016
AT&T is offering unlimited data, talk and text in what it calls its “best offer yet.” But the perk is not available to all customers.
Cautionary Tale: This iPhone Feature Led to a $2,000 Monthly Bill
Krystal Steinmetz on January 11, 2016
A teenager (and his family) found out the hard way that a setting on his iPhone was allowing him to devour his data allowance at a frightening pace — and outrageous cost.
Microsoft to Internet Explorer Users: Update Now or Else
Krystal Steinmetz on January 7, 2016
The tech giant is pulling the plug on tech support and security updates for older versions of its Web browser. Here’s what you need to know.
Now Your Smartphone Can Tell You If You’re Pregnant
Krystal Steinmetz on January 7, 2016
A First Response product unveiled this week demonstrates that there truly is an app for everything. But do you really need an electronic “congratulations”?
Ridiculously Cool: New Smart Fridge Helps You Shop — and More
Krystal Steinmetz on January 6, 2016
A newly unveiled refrigerator from Samsung looks like a huge smartphone and acts like one in many ways. See if these features are worth the price to you.
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