Tech
5 Risky Things You’re Doing on Your Work Computer
Guest Blogger on December 15, 2014
Work computers can pose big online security risks for companies. Here are a few ways you could be putting your company in a bad spot.
HBO Will Launch Stand-Alone Streaming Service in Time for ‘Game of Thrones’
Krystal Steinmetz on December 10, 2014
The premium cable network’s new streaming service for non-cable customers reportedly should be ready to go in April, in time for the season premiere of its hit fantasy show.
Your Cellphone Is Distracting You Even When You’re Not Using It
Krystal Steinmetz on December 9, 2014
A new study suggests that putting your cellphone away (and out of your line of sight) is the only way to ensure that it isn’t distracting you.
Does Google Owe You Money for Your Kids’ Unauthorized In-App Purchases?
Krystal Steinmetz on December 9, 2014
The Federal Trade Commission has issued a final ruling on a $19 million in-app purchase settlement with Google.
Beware This Particularly Nasty Online Holiday Scam
Krystal Steinmetz on December 8, 2014
Be wary of emails requesting that you confirm an online order or package shipment. They could be a scam.
Don’t Bother Posting the Facebook Copyright Notice. It’s a Hoax
Krystal Steinmetz on December 4, 2014
Many users are posting a bogus copyright notice on their Facebook page.
Wet Cellphone? There Are Alternatives to the Rice ‘Fix’
Krystal Steinmetz on December 2, 2014
Denver-based startup TekDry says it can safely dry your phone in 20 minutes.
Couple Fined by Hotel for Negative Online Review
Krystal Steinmetz on December 1, 2014
Your pocketbook could take a hit if you post a critical online review.
Apple App Store No Longer Labels Free Apps as ‘Free’
Krystal Steinmetz on November 28, 2014
Apple has replaced its “free” button with a “get” button to appease European regulators.
Coming Soon: First-Graders with Cellphones
Krystal Steinmetz on November 25, 2014
A new report forecasts that across the globe, 9 in 10 people older than 6 will have a mobile phone by 2020.
Facebook’s Overly Complicated Privacy Policy Gets a Makeover
Krystal Steinmetz on November 25, 2014
The social networking site said its new privacy policy is easier to understand and should help users decide what information they share with others.
Caller Says Your Computer Is Infected? Here’s Why You Should Hang Up
Krystal Steinmetz on November 20, 2014
A federal regulator said it has helped shut down two telemarketing operations that deceived tens of thousands of customers.
Can You Trust TRUSTe?
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2014
The company has agreed to pay $200,000 to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations that it deceived consumers about its recertification program.
New Texting App Will Make You Think Twice Before You Type
Krystal Steinmetz on November 15, 2014
Beam Messenger lets you see text messages typed in real time, mistakes and all.
Want to Reach Someone 50 or Older? Don’t Send Them a Text
Krystal Steinmetz on November 14, 2014
A new Gallup poll reveals that texting is the most popular way for Americans younger than 50 to communicate.
Spotify Defends Itself After Taylor Swift Rejection
Krystal Steinmetz on November 12, 2014
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek is miffed that Swift pulled her songs from the music streaming service. Ek said Spotify is musicians’ ally, not their foe.
Leave Your Cellphone at the Door and Get a Discount on Dinner
Krystal Steinmetz on November 12, 2014
Owners of a Midwest restaurant are offering a 10 percent discount on Wednesdays to customers who don’t use their cellphones while eating there.
Eaze, the ‘Uber for Pot,’ Delivers Medical Marijuana
Krystal Steinmetz on November 7, 2014
The Eaze app just raised $1.5 million to expand the technology for its front-door pot delivery service in California.
WireLurker Malware Attacks Apple Products
Krystal Steinmetz on November 6, 2014
An Apple-focused malware could have infected 350,000 Apple users in China. Are U.S. users at risk?
Amazon Prime Customers Get Unlimited Cloud Photo Storage
Krystal Steinmetz on November 7, 2014
Amazon’s Prime subscription now comes with another perk: unlimited photo storage on Amazon’s Cloud Drive.
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