My World of Technology

8/21/23

Google Cams

I have been a Nest customer for some years and find it upsetting to finally have to say goodbye to the product because Google could not get their act together.

After years of back and forth, they finally got the product to work as it should and now trying to replace it with something less inexpensive and pointless.

Maybe if they had stayed focused when they acquired Nest, it could have been something amazing. It's a few years too late and they should just call it quits for good. The competition already has an advantage.

8/20/23

Google Code Points SOS

It looks like Android is following Apple's trend to create a free SOS emergency service similar to Apple's emergency SOS.

It's about time and I am excited to see a quick adaptation to a service that can save anyone in case of an emergency.

8/19/23

Find Date Someone Joined FB

If you are still a Facebook user and are curious about the user's recent account, here is some resourceful information on how to find out when they joined Facebook.

Now there are times when users get spam on their account and at times it could be your friends list, so this is a great way to vefiy their information.

8/18/23

Gmail Mail Merge

If you are looking for Mail Merge in Gmail, note that this feature is available only to subscribers. With a limit of 2,000 outgoing mails.

I must admit it does seem's easier to use than other platforms.

8/17/23

AI Image to Video

Here is an exciting AI image to video site that brings back life to your style. This site turns images to videos and it's not for everyone but for those user's who want something different.

Check it out and try it you might just like this feature and open the door to other ideas.

8/16/23

AD Good vs Bad

Amazing information on how long Active Directory is still around and the good and the bad when it comes to managing resources.

This application is a must for network administrators and it's going to be interesting for the future outlook on how other applications are going to easily integrate with it.

8/15/23

Intel Bug

This is not good that a new bug found in intel steals data and other sensitive information. And users of the intel processors that are affected should upgrade to the latest firmware.

8/14/23

FBI Ransomware Investigation

Hackers should be aware that now the Feds are investigating the ransomware attack that shut down emergency rooms in several states and let's just say that little game they're playing might just catch up with them because now they are crossing the lines when it comes to public safety.

I always say, karma always comes back and you might just not like it when the tables are turned.

8/13/23

Apple Moving Hang up Icon

It looks like Apple is planning to move the hang-up button on the iPhone to a different location and it sort of make sense because the button can easily hang up your call while holding the phone.

So ironically it makes sense that they move this button in the upcoming iOS version 17.

8/12/23

IRS Paperless

Get ready for the last year of doing paper taxes, the IRS is preparing itself to go paperless by next season, and you can say goodbye to pay stubs, receipts, and government forms moving forward.

It's all going to be digitized and paperless, so get ready for the new changes.

8/11/23

Chrome New Download Bar

If you have not seen it yet, Chrome has changed the download bar for it's browser and it's now similar to Edge or other alternate browsers.

Hopefully moving foward it's going to make it much easier for users to click the Chrome download button.

8/10/23

Printer Discarding

If you are discarding a printer it's a good idea to manually wipe the WiFi settings for your printer so that users do not get access to your network.

It's a simple thing to do and it's so easy for hackers to get valuable information from you by not being careful. So before you throw it out, confirm that it's not in any way tied to you.

8/9/23

Renting Clothes

Luxury fashion can be expensive so why buy your clothes when you can just easily rent them. This path lets you get designer clothes and it does not stop there.

It is ideal, cost-effective, and always keeps you in style for less.

8/8/23

Outlook 11

Microsoft is adding handwritten notes and sketches to your email that it's going to now support touch-enabled tablets along with other devices.

It's just Outlook making it easier for a user to collaborate when going portable.

8/7/23

INMO Air2

I am almost sure that these glasses are going to be easily affordable for everyone to easily adapt to.

Even though it's still in BETA it's definitely something to keep in mind until it comes out.

8/6/23

AI Jobs

Artificial Intelligence jobs are exploding and get ready because more is to come like this. Take for instance Netflix offering a product manager $300K to $900K.

As this new technology picks up so will the demand to hire new technicians for this role.

8/5/23

Apple 999 Calls

It looks like the Apple Watch has a flaw that you can accidentally activate to sound an alarm and call emergency services.

I guess Apple did not test the new update carefully and they should be held liable for flaws like this so that they can get their act together.

8/4/23

When Branding Goes Wrong

Twitter or X recent name change is a good a example of when branding goes wrong. The last minute changes, the confusing webpages and the reference to search Twitter when a name change took place just looks awful and this is the reason why when companies change their names, there is a process and procedure that many individauls need to abide by so that everything reflects the new name.

Not doing so, is exactly what the disaster new X aka Twitter site looks like.

8/3/23

Amazon Surveillance

It's no surprise to see Amazon employees posting videos taken from their in-van surveillance cameras. The company has for years violated a lot of privacy policies.

I believe the only way the company is going to adhere to employee rights is to unionize and have some representation for all those employees who still work with the company and feel violated.

Big companies do not have to behave this way in order to be profitable.

8/2/23

Copilot Ouch

If Microsoft thinks that paying $30- per user extra a month for Copilot will be an easy adoption, think again. This could definitely delay early adopters for sure and regardless that it's going to be a game changer, it's a hefty price for big business.

8/1/23

GitHub Copilot Chat AI now in BETA

The long-awaited software from Microsoft is now in BETA and I am going to enjoy seeing how this turns out in the long for users, businesses, etc.

Copilot is not only going to change how we do things but it's going to revolutionize all aspects of our lives.

7/31/23

Amazon Fire TV Remote Fix

If you are an Amazon Fire TV user here is some great helpful information to help you resolve your Tv remote for the device.

As cable cutters keep on increasing yearly, Amazon Fire Tv is an excellent replacement for newbies. So if you do not have one wait until the holidays come up and grab yourself an affordable Amazon Fire Tv stick.

7/30/23

Enroll Team Rooms in Intune

Microsoft has a feature where you can manage Teams through compliance policies used in Intune. It simplifies adding out-of-the-box devices to your network so that rooms can be configured via profiles.

7/29/23

Useless Car Tech

It looks like a lot of users are no longer using their car's native controls and continue using their smartphones as mirroring devices. It makes sense since smartphone technology keeps on advancing with new features that make it easier for users to connect and control what they want to do when traveling.

This could be a new game changer for automakers if users keep on adapting to this method.

7/28/23

Telsa One-Time Transfer

If you have a Telsa and already purchased a self-driving package you can now transfer the package to a new vehicle but you still have to do it before the deadline and new car delivery date.

I guess it's their way of resolving the ongoing conflict among their customers with the Full Self Driving software costs.

7/27/23

Win 11 Reinstall Simplicity

It looks like Microsoft now has a repair fix for Windows 11 and now when things go wrong with your OS you will not have to reinstall the entire OS again.

It's still in the testing stage but if all goes well this could be a quick fix for non-computer literate users.

7/26/23

iPhone Concept

It looks like Apple is testing out some new concept rollable phone and they are taking extreme measures to make sure it's patented correctly.

If all goes well foldable phones will evolve to the next generation of mobile devices.

7/25/23

WiFi Diagnostic View

Here is a great software to use to monitor WiFi connection problems. It will tell you what devices connect to the WiFi and what problems occurred to the device trying to connect.

Sometimes the simplest things can be fixed so easily but if you are troubleshooting this is a great start.

7/24/23

Laptop Airport Problem

Here is some information on why it's not a good idea to take your laptop when traveling. I know it's always nice to stay connected but these devices do pose a security risk.

7/23/23

Google AI

Google recently added AI to its arsenal to combat cyber attacks and this could be the future for many more companies at risk to reduce threats. AI not only monitors user habits and activities but hopefully will prevent devices to be compromised.

Let's hope that this new security defense line works in there favor.

7/22/23

MS Data Cannot be Pasted Here

If you ever get this error from your Organization what it means is that your company can be using Microsoft Intune and they enabled the digital security of copy and pasting of materials on their mobile devices also known as DLP.

In situations like this, users will have to reach out to an administrator and advise them why they need to get permission to enable copy and paste.

Data protection has never been so easy to do with Intune.

7/21/23

Top Dashcams

Interested in getting a good dashcam for your vehicle, here are the top dashcams that are close to perfect in providing you useful information for accident reporting, or for documenting the road.

7/20/23

High Maintenance EV's

If you are in the market to purchase an affordable EV, you should definitely review these cars and the maintenance costs. Just because there its electric does not necessarily mean that you are going to save money in the long run.

7/19/23

Discord with Netflix

Now watching a movie with friends is as simple as going live and sharing your screen. This is nothing new and a great way to watch the movie with friends and share the experience.

7/18/23

NYPD Car AirTags

It looks like the NYPD is asking people to put AirTags in their cars so that they can combat increasing car thefts. The chances of getting your car back with an AirTag are greater than not having one at all.

It looks like AirTags are the new LoJacks of car thefts.

7/17/23

Office New Font

It looks like Microsoft is saying goodbye to Calibri and introducing a new font for its office applications. I am hoping that the new font which is Bierstandt is going to work better with the new display resolutions.

7/16/23

Best Time for Instagram

Very interesting information for Instagram users on what time is the best time to post. I guess if you are trying to get content out there doing it at the right time makes a big difference so that your ratings can increase depending on the time zone.

So learn it, study it, and make it a habit and hopefully your ratings will go up.

7/15/23

Twitter ChanChing

It looks like now Twitter is finally paying its users who are subscribed to Blue but here is the catch. Users must prove they have at least five million impressions on posts in the last three months.

Let's see what his competitors are going to do next to keep the competition going.

7/14/23

iPhone Cool Down Tips

If you have an iPhone and got a temperature warning telling you that it needs to cool down there is no need to worry but you can follow these simple tricks to get the phone back up and running quickly.

And do not worry this will not damage your phone it's just your phone trying to normalize it's temperature.

7/13/23

Disable Read Receipts on Instagram

Want to stay hidden from messages you receive from Instagram. Here is a neat way to read messages and not alert the sender that you have read them.

It's not permanent but a great workaround to make your life simple.

7/12/23

Download YouTube Shorts

If you are enjoying YouTube shorts you might also like this site to download your favorite short videos. It's a quick simple way to use ShortsNoob to save your favorite videos from Youtube.

7/11/23

ChatGPT for Trading

Very interesting video on how to use ChatGPT to make your own trading strategy. I was surprised at how simple anyone can do this even without program skills.

It's definitely a game changer and you should try it out with other sites as well to see how simple coding with ChatGPT can be.

7/10/23

Shell Station of the Future

The future has arrived for Shell with its new EV chargers for those who need a recharge. This has been long awaited and the new stations are going to be a great eye soar for many new EV car owners, so get ready because the future is now.

7/9/23

Telsa Summer Driving Job

If you are looking for a summer job this year, Telsa has a program to let drivers drive their EV and pay anywhere from $18- to $48- dollars an hour.

It's not a bad deal but you will have to have a good driving record and live in these designated areas.

7/8/23

EV Battery Life

Interesting information on how EV batteries last and why you should be concerned with this. The more you understand the more you are going to be able to learn why taking care of your electric car is going to benefit you in the long run.

7/7/23

Google Version History

Want to remove Google version history, here are the simple way that you can do it just make sure you have the right right copy of the document you are going to save before removing the history. Once the history is done there is no going back.

7/6/23

Customize iOS CarPlay

If you have an iOS device and use CarPlay you now can customize the application to show your favorite apps. It's pretty nice being able to have your apps easily available while your commuting.

You got this one right Apple now just keep it up.

7/5/23

New Canadian Law

It looks like Google will be blocking links to Canadian news articles for people using search engines so that they do not have to pay publishers for content.

I guess the Canadians are going to have to figure things out themselves when it's time to follow the news.

7/4/23

Real-time Security

Get ready for a new world of real-time security backed up by SpaceX. It's definitely going to be odd seeing drones do flybys and monitoring perimeters.

And you can bet that in the next few years, these devices are going to revolutionalize security to another new level never seen before.

7/3/23

Twit Limits

It looks like Twitter's users will soon be tweeting out, the social media company is now limiting the number of posts users can view per day.

Now I do not know whose bright idea was this but this is definitely the beginning of the end of Twitter as we know it.

In a time of rising interest rates, inflation, and job loss, people are having difficulties staying afloat, how can you even consider paying a price to post when other other social platforms are free. This is a no-brainer for Twitter users to jump ship and I am not alone on this theory.

7/2/23

Deploy Apps using intune

Microsoft is going a long way with Intune and I must admit that as time goes by the application just keeps on getting better and better.

If you have not looked into Intune, you should start looking into it because overall it's going to make sense going forward in the future.

Here is a great find from a technician who enjoys teaching others.

7/1/23

LG to Bring Hotel AirPlay

Television manufactures are now supporting Apple AirPlay for hotel room TVs. Not only will it integrate your iPhone to your hotel room TV but you will be able to easily play content from their phones securely to the TV easily. It will definitely make it easier for guest to watch there Netflix or paid program from their phones to their room TVs.

6/30/23

Apple Vision Pro Failure

Even though it's a great device here are some reasons why they believe this device may fail. Unfortunately, unless they can resolve some of the ongoing problems that they now have, it's going to be a while before consumers even entertain the idea of purchasing this device.

I am excited that Apple took this approach but I am hoping other manufacturers put their minds together and figure out a solution to make the fantasy a reality.

6/29/23

Using Win Gadgets instead of Widgets

Here is some great information on using desktop gadgets instead of Widgets for Windows 10 & 11. The great thing is that the gadgets can show up anywhere on your desktop even outside of the taskbar.

Check it out and see if it's for you.

6/28/23

Convert Word to Google Docs

Trying to convert a Word Document to Google Docs. Here are the simple instructions on how to easily do this and easily be able to edit the document and then download it again back to Word if you still need the document in .docx format.

Google has made it so user friendly almost anyone can do this.

6/27/23

WSUS Pros & Cons

Having WSUS in your organization has its pros and cons and here is some good information on using the service. Unlike other programs it's not cheap and in you have to do the math to narrow down if the subscription service is beneficial to your company.

6/26/23

CarPlay iOS 17

It's not a big deal but it has some cool applications like SharePlay which gives passengers the option to be the car DJ when they are driving.

Pretty cool and exciting feature and I can see other users enjoying this new feature.

6/25/23

iOS SOS Saves Hiker

iPhone new SOS feature on iPhone 14 is definitely a keeper. A hiker recently suffered an accident and put it to great use and it was able to save their lives.

This is definitely going to take notice and a game changer for mobile phones going forward.

6/24/23

Playables

Youtube is in the development stage of creating a new gaming service that users can play via mobile and on their desktop.

It's going to be interesting on how this plays out and how users eventually use the new gaming services.

6/23/23

Best Doorbell Cameras

Here is the verdict for this year's best doorbell cameras and I must admit they are getting better as time goes by. Now users can simply get a glance whose at their doorstep before they answer the door.

6/22/23

Year of Dashlane for $20

Looking to try out a password manager, hurry up because the clock is ticking for you to take advantage of Dashlane Premium Password Manager.

It's a sweet deal to try out the software to see if it meets your expectations.

6/21/23

Telsa Hack

Not surprising to find an Elon Mode in the Telsa software. Back doors in software have always been there and it's there for a reason, so users can easily get access to them.

I would caution a user to activate this feature unless they are ready to accept the consequences.

6/20/23

Surface Repairs for DYI

If you have a surface and looking to repair your device, Microsoft has made it easy for the user to purchase parts for their computer using the Microsoft store.

6/19/23

Unlock a Bios locked laptop

It's no secret that placing a lock on the computer bios can be easily hacked. If you are trying to bypass a bios-locked laptop you are just going to need a screwdriver and some basic electronic knowledge to unlock the device. So much for cracking that laptop.

6/18/23

Xbox One Games

If you are looking for games for Microsoft Xbox One you should not be surprised that the big giant is no longer making games for its decade-old console, your best bet is to purchase a new gaming device so that you can keep on gaming. And be glad that they gave you enough time to save up for a new console.

6/17/23

Google Domain Sale

It looks like Google is killing off Google Domains and selling it to Squarespace and the clock is ticking for an additional year before the domain prices change.

So you are better off shopping around now for a replacement.

6/16/23

Rent a Tent

This start-up can make a difference if its outdoor rental equipment business kicks into the marketplace. It's a great idea and solution for the outdoor adventure in you.

The site GeerGarage can easily gain market share in the already booming outdoor sporting goods business.

6/15/23

HoloLens vs Vision Pro

If you take a look at these two devices side by side you will see a similar technology years ahead. Now it looks like their competitors will enjoy their rewards and it's yet to early to see on whose going to be the big winner here.

6/14/23

Moonwalker Shoes

These motorized shoes are a pretty interesting device helping you walk faster than usual. The device monitors how you walk and then AI kicks in and you start walking faster.

It's a pretty interesting device and I have to admit it's very interesting to see how it can be used in our daily lives.

6/13/23

Fire you Lawyer

Cool AI website where you can get legal assistance anytime, anywhere with the finest AI lawyer at your fingertips. This is a game changer I must say.

6/12/23

Apple Vision Pro

Flop or not this could maybe be a game-changer and might just revive the metaverse. It's a big gamble for Apple but if it's not then they are one step ahead when it comes to innovations.

6/11/23

RI Paperless Cannibus System

It looks like Rhode Island has become a paperless online Medical Cannibus registration system. You can bet moving forward that other states will follow suit in order to simplify things and keep the registration policy as simple as possible.

6/10/23

Video Doorbell for for Apts

Level has now introduced a video doorbell for multifamily buildings and hopefully, it will expand more companies to making similar products.

I was always trying to figure this part out and I hope that the can succeed successfully in this open market.

6/9/23

Chromecast Original Support Ends

Google finally ends support for the Chromecast device it created in 2013. The device in my opinion never took off because some users had connection problem issues and others did not and I guess since Google several times abandoned its doom product it never got the recognition it should of had from the start.

6/8/23

ChatGPT Sidebar App

It looks like the Opera browser recently integrated ChatGPT into its browser and I must say that other browser like Edge is quickly adapting and following the trend.

I hope Chrome quickly gets with the program.

6/7/23

Weighing Passengers

This is very concerning how airlines are simply cutting corners by now trying to weigh passengers. Now I am almost certain that this should violate some type of passenger bill of rights if there are any in this country. If not then something should soon be showing up.

At this point, they might just reclassify the airline as a freight plane.

6/6/23

StartmyCar

Having problems with your car here is a great site to go to to see if you can narrow down on what's wrong with it.

Hopefully, this site will save you money in the long run.

6/5/23

Best Apps for New & Used Cars

Check out these great applications when buying used and new cars. Depeding on what your financial status is these apps narrow down your search to match your selection. Give it a try and hopefully you will find a good match.

6/4/23

Use Android screen on Mac

If you have a Macbook and an Android phone or tablet you can extend Mac's display buy using Duet Display. It's a premium software but it's definitely going to make your life super easy.

There are other software's that can offer the same service for free but it's limited.

6/3/23

TikTok Fame

Are you ready to become famous using social media. If you have not realized it yet social media is creating a new world of overnight celebrities and if you have the right content and lets just say followers your success can open doors to other talents.

Here are the key steps to become globally known. Good luck and make sure to give me kudos.

6/2/23

Wintoys

Cool application for your computer to clear out junk files and speed up your computer with help for restarting graphic drives.

It's not a bad software with lots of utlities and I must say I was very impressed.

6/1/23

QB Alternative

If you are tired of Quickbooks and looking for an alternative accounting software check out this open-source accounting software.

At least you will not be tied down to any software.

5/31/23

One site Package Tracking

Tired of using several sites to track your packages. Here is one simple site to remember named Pkge dot net. Not only does it track your packages but there is no need to sign in.

5/30/23

Text Only Device

Blackberry lovers should now learn that a new text-only device is being created for users called Beepberry and even though it's in the prototype the Raspberry Pi module can possibly go live one day and at least you can be one of the first ones.

5/29/23

Future Monitor Reality

I love how Spacetop AR laptops makes work better and I just love the privacy, focus and freedom. I am just concern on the open platform and it's current limitations. They do have an excellent idea it's just has to get to the next level for users who want to push the limits to take it further.

5/28/23

The New Generation of Fraud

Interesting information on how this women scammed JP Morgan using simple social media. We have now in a world that can easily be manipulated by what you can convince others to believe in.

And sadly this is jut the beginning.

5/27/23

Acer Ai Infused Electric Bike

Acer is exploring electric bikes like it never did before. These experimental AI bikes will learn rider preferences depending on the road condition. And you can add on extra perks like GPS tracking, battery life, and recommended routes.

I must say it will be interesting to see how these devices come to play going forward.

5/26/23

Telsa Software Update Headache

It looks like the famous car manufacturer Telsa did another software update to some of their cars and it affected speed and battery capacity again. I guess the company did not learn from the last class action and now it's facing a new one.

I guess when it will start affecting its profits the company will get the big picture.

5/25/23

We Buy Ugly Houses Reality

It looks like this company is easily getting a bad reputation from homeowners who are in bad situations. Now sellers should be aware that even in desperate times you still have to have a good state of mind to get out of your bad situations. As for this company, I would advise you to be cautious.

5/24/23

TikTok Ban

It looks like more trouble for the Social Media giant after the Montana ban. Although the ban will not go into effect until January 2024, it's the first state of many more to come.

Let's hope that they stay wise and sell the company to keep us entertained.

5/23/23

AI Littering Cameras

Next time you litter you better hope that their is no AI camera's near you. This new application in UK is combating the ongoing littering problem and I will not be surprised when it heads down to the States.

I will love to see how users try to beat these tickets.

5/22/23

Apple Watch Change with FB Messenger

It looks like Apple Watch is shutting down FB Messenger on it's devices following the same path as other applications like Slack, Twitter, Uber and Instagram.

If users need to get access they will just have to user their phone application instead.

5/21/23

Lyft Airport Pickup Feature

Lyft is creating a new pre-pickup feature in it's application to make traveling easier to do by pre-ordering rides as soon as you exit the airport.

The new feature will match the user with a driver after exiting the airport instead of it's usual pickup scheduling process.

It's a move in the right direction to get users to their destination at ease, let's hope for the best.

5/20/23

AI Astronomical Discoveries

You will be surprise on how this technology is modernizing the field of astronomy. The new resource is added it's helping science make sense with tools only available to the naked eye.

Now with AI it can recognzie patterns of galaxies and it's only the begining.

5/19/23

NASA Space to Ground Xfer

It looks like NASA just broke a record for fastest Space to Ground Data Transfer and I am just hoping that they can somehow take broadband data speeds and eventually mimic the same.

It's time for the U.S. to increase their internet data transfer speeds.

5/18/23

Apple Mole

It looks like Apple has a mole stealing secrets with their autonomous car and this time it looks like they simply supplied it to China.

5/17/23

Google Purge

Google will soon purge inactive accounts that have not been used in two years or more and now users can try again to get a new account with the intended name you always wished for.

5/16/23

Scary War Drones

Here are some scary War Drones that you should be aware of and that you hope you never get to see in your near future. These planes are so advanced that the next generation of drones will even be scarier than the ones that are shown.

5/15/23

Office Pro 2021 Special

If you are looking for a lifetime license and do not mind using an old version of Office 2021 you can easily pick it up for a limited time.

It's a great deal if you used the Office suite occassionally and want it installed on your home computer.

5/14/23

Gmail Free Upgrade

If you have a Gmail account get ready for a free upgrade that's going to change your email as you know it. The new feature is going to assist you in how you would like to reply and give you options to make your reply even shorter. Let's hope that their email service will improve as time goes on.

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