Tech
The Most-Hated Company in the U.S. Is …
Krystal Steinmetz on June 2, 2016
This company has the least-satisfied customers in America. (Hint: It’s not Comcast.)
Dangerous New Malware Targets Online Bank Accounts
Karla Bowsher on May 31, 2016
A virus called “GozNym” is targeting banks and online banking customers in a unique and effective way.
Your Twitter Experience Is About to Change
Karla Bowsher on May 24, 2016
Twitter announced today that you soon will be able to say more in tweets that include media — such as images and videos — or user names.
New App Helps You Make Money on the Extra Room in Your Suitcase
Krystal Steinmetz on May 22, 2016
Just as Uber facilitates car sharing and Airbnb enables home sharing, this service connects people who want to defray airfare costs with those who want to ship things cheaply.
Change Your LinkedIn Password — and Others — ASAP
Karla Bowsher on May 20, 2016
A 2012 data breach may have put your information at risk. Find out how to protect yourself.
11 Work-From-Home Jobs for New College Grads
Krystal Steinmetz on May 20, 2016
If you’re a new college graduate, or know a recent college grad who’s hoping for the flexibility of a remote job, here are some awesome opportunities.
Wendy’s Moves to Expand Automated Ordering, Cut Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on May 18, 2016
You might have to forego human interaction to get your burger at the fast food chain as it moves towards self-service kiosks and expands use of apps to cut its labor costs.
Why My Bank’s Upgraded Security Blocked Me From My Money
Bob Sullivan on May 17, 2016
I appreciate my bank’s effort to beef up security. But my story illustrates why security tools that aren’t ready for prime time may do more damage than good.
Half of Americans Now Avoid Some Online Activities
Karla Bowsher on May 16, 2016
Fears of identity theft and data abuse are dramatically changing how Americans use the internet, a new survey finds.
Google’s Keyboard App Will Save Time for iPhone Users
Karla Bowsher on May 13, 2016
Google just launched a free new app that makes it easier to do an internet search on your phone.
How Much Time Can You Save By Ditching Cable TV?
Karla Bowsher on May 12, 2016
A survey finds that dumping cable for a streaming video service keeps you from wasting a lot of time watching commercials.
T-Mobile’s Latest Offer: 4 Lines for $30 Each
Karla Bowsher on May 12, 2016
The offer amounts to a savings of $20 per month for a family of four compared with T-Mobile’s Simple Choice with Family Match plan.
U.S. House Bars Staffers From Using Yahoo Mail
Karla Bowsher on May 12, 2016
A growing threat has caused the U.S. House of Representatives to block access to Yahoo Mail.
Can You Be Sued for Texting a Driver?
Karla Bowsher on May 11, 2016
A pair of legal cases may mark a watershed moment in how America treats distracted driving.
Teens and Parents Struggling With Smartphone ‘Addiction’
Karla Bowsher on May 10, 2016
Smartphones are changing family dynamics — and not necessarily for the better.
Netflix Makes It Easier to Watch Video on Your Phone
Karla Bowsher on May 6, 2016
Netflix has made it easier to stream video on your phone or tablet without exceeding your mobile plan’s data limit and incurring overage fees.
Text Senders Be Warned: You May Be Blamed for a Driver’s Accident
Bob Sullivan on May 5, 2016
If you love to text, know that the courts may find you responsible if your message interferes with the text recipient’s driving and something goes wrong.
Get a $5 Amazon Credit for Downloading a Free Game
Karla Bowsher on May 3, 2016
If you have an Android phone, you can pick up a free $5 credit from Amazon. Meanwhile, Google Play has an offer for both Android and iPhone fans.
Good and Bad News About Comcast Data Plans
Karla Bowsher on April 29, 2016
The changes take effect on June 1 and apply to Xfinity Internet customers in all of Comcast’s trial markets.
Warren Buffett’s Annual Meeting to Stream for Free
Karla Bowsher on April 29, 2016
The 2016 Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting — set for tomorrow, Saturday, April 30 — will be live-streamed for the first time.
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