Tech
New iPhones Are Here — but Are They Worth the Wait?
Karla Bowsher on September 25, 2015
The iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus became available for customer pickup in Apple stores today. What are the early reviews saying?
Meet Gmail’s Newest Spam-Fighting Tools
Karla Bowsher on September 23, 2015
Gmail has two new tools that can help reduce the amount of unwanted emails that reach your inbox.
Out of Control Phone Bill? Here’s How to Slash Your Costs
Krystal Steinmetz on September 22, 2015
Find out how pay-as-you-go and prepaid phone plans can rein in the runaway costs of communication.
12 Effective Weapons for Stopping Robocalls
Marilyn Lewis on September 21, 2015
Some crafty and determined telemarketers and scammers plague our lives with auto-dialed calls. But you can block them.
Why Software Maker Pulled His Profitable Web Ad Blocker
Jim Gold on September 20, 2015
Many people find website advertising annoying — so ad-blocking apps are attractive — but losing ads could completely change what is available for a broad audience.
Business Travelers Dip a Toe in the Sharing Economy
Jim Gold on September 20, 2015
Security, privacy issues have led business travelers to stay with traditional modes of transport and lodging, but that appears to be changing.
How to Take Professional Caliber Photos With Your Smartphone
Jeffrey Trull on September 18, 2015
The technology in most smartphones is so extraordinary that nearly anyone can use it to take fantastic pictures by following these tips.
Lawmaker Calls for a Hard Look at Legality of Fantasy Sports
Bob Sullivan on September 18, 2015
The increasingly big-money games are indistinguishable from gambling, the congressman says.
Critics Pounce on Facebook’s ‘Dislike’ Button
Karla Bowsher on September 17, 2015
Concerns about Facebook’s upcoming “dislike” button have emerged. Plus, did you know you can do these three things at the social media site?
Cellphone Carriers Offer Deals to iPhone Owners Who Upgrade
Karla Bowsher on September 14, 2015
Verizon is just the latest phone company trying to entice iPhone owners to upgrade. Find out about the available deals.
Hacker Easily Cracks TSA-Approved Luggage Locks
Jim Gold on September 13, 2015
TSA says the purpose of the locks was to provide peace of mind for travelers, but even that function is now in question.
6 Gadgets That Pave the Way for Better Road Trips
Christopher Elliott on September 10, 2015
Tech for your car that helps you steer clear of speed traps, find your way through uncharted territory, avoid breakdowns, increase your fuel efficiency and more.
Amazon to Roll Out $50 Tablet
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
It’s inexpensive and little — almost a disposable device — but will consumers take the bait?
Comcast to Roll Out a New Charge for Home Internet Users
Bob Sullivan on September 9, 2015
The new charge is bad news only for the biggest data users for now. But that could easily change. Find out if you’re in one of the trial areas.
Citizens, You’ll Soon Be Able to ‘Yelp’ the Federal Government
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
Consumers use online reviews to share praise and cautionary tales about millions of private businesses and services. Is this a good tool for communicating about and with Uncle Sam?
Is Your Baby Monitor Vulnerable to Hackers?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 2, 2015
A new study found that several popular baby monitors lack even the most basic security features. Find out how you can use your device — and get the intended peace of mind.
More Than 225,000 Apple iPhone Accounts Hacked
Karla Bowsher on September 2, 2015
Malicious software is helping hackers steal iPhone account usernames and passwords. Are you at risk?
Sneak Preview: The New iPhone Camera Is the Best Yet
Krystal Steinmetz on August 31, 2015
What we know about the features on the soon-to-be-released Apple smartphone models, and what you can expect to pay.
Hey, Apple Fans: Steer Clear of This Credit Card Offer
Bob Sullivan on August 31, 2015
This tour of the hard-to-find fine print reveals the potentially high cost of interest and “free” points on financing for your new Apple product.
Sprint Offers Year of Free Service in a Bid for Converts
Krystal Steinmetz on August 30, 2015
In a bold — some would say reckless — attempt to regain ground against competitors, Sprint makes a play for DirectTV customers.
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