Wearable Tech December 12, 2019 10 top gadgets of 2019 As 2019 is winding down and we enter the holiday season, it’s time to look back at the best devices -- the ones that stood out in a crowded field. Some of the top picks are a bit surprising, others won’t be quite as shocking -- all are at the top of the gadget food chain.
Privacy December 4, 2019 How to spot a hidden webcam During the holidays, many of us start racking up frequent flyer miles. We’re visiting family and friends, and often booking a low-cost room in an Airbnb. While the joy of opening gifts around the holidays and sharing a meal is hard to beat, finding a hidden webcam is sure to sour the mood.
Wifi November 27, 2019 How to hide your Wi-Fi and keep strangers off your network You’re settling in with a bowl of popcorn and a cozy blanket, ready to catch up on your favorite show. You open up Netflix, hit play, then … uh-oh, it’s buffering. A minute goes by and now you’ve got an image, but it’s so pixelated you can’t even tell what’s happening in the scene.
Security August 22, 2019 Turn off your Bluetooth, warn security experts Your Bluetooth connection is unsafe. Very unsafe. That’s the message from the largest hacker convention.
Innovation August 19, 2019 7 back-to-school gadgets for an epic college dorm room College starts up for students this month, which means only one thing: it’s time to plan out the ultimate dorm room. For those who want the latest and the best accessories and gadgets, we’ve assembled the primo gear to impress roommates, your RA, and anyone else in your hall.
Wifi July 18, 2019 Free Wi-Fi is dicey: how to safely access the Internet when traveling Free Wi-Fi is irresistible for many travelers but it carries risks.
Forefront of Innovation May 12, 2019 New satellites could save Americans $30B on monthly Internet bills, report says Upcoming satellite technology could lower prices for Internet services, a new report predicts.
Apps April 27, 2019 Nextdoor privacy, fix bad Wi-Fi and more: Tech Q&A My neighbors are complaining about me on Nextdoor.com. Is there anything I can do about it? Is Nextdoor safe?
2018 Year In Review December 17, 2018 10 top gadgets of 2018 Technology advances quickly, and it can be hard to keep up on which gadgets and gizmos made the biggest splash. Fortunately, looking back on 2018, a few big themes developed.
Wifi November 17, 2018 Cheaper home internet, secret Amazon coupons and more: Tech Q&A Is there a way to clean out all the cache, search history and call logs from my phone? I think this will speed up my phone.
Hackers May 18, 2018 How to protect your router from Russian hackers A few weeks ago, the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) issued an alert about state-supported Russian hackers carrying out attacks against a large number of home routers in the U.S. These hackers are organized, motivated, and well-funded.