1/1/24
Report a Spammer
Great information from Bob on how to report a spammer, now it's not that simple to do but if you read the article and follow the link it will give you guidance on what to do next.
12/31/23
Amazon Prime Ads
If you have a Prime subscription please note that next year if do not plan on paying the additional surcharge for video you can see more ads added to your viewing.
It's still unclear how consumers will react to this new change and how Prime will try to compete alongside Netflix but let's stay tuned to see how it all plays out.
12/30/23
Win 11 Faster Recovery
The new Windows 11 software will soon have a new option to recover or reinstall the OS when things go wrong.
It's destined to come out in the upcoming updates and hopefully, it will resolve hiccups in the system.
12/29/23
Malicious Chrome VPN
It looks like this malicious VPN extension from the Chrome web store infected over a million users before it was removed by Google.
This is why Chrome keeps on being proactive to make its browser safer and it will not be the last but as time goes on, malicious software as we know it will in time be hard to install on Chrome users.
12/28/23
MS Legacy Chat Update
If you are using an old version of Teams take note that Microsoft will soon end support for the old application. Users will be forced to upgrade because of the new infrastructure.
12/27/23
Chrome ends tracking
It looks like Chrome is now preparing its browser to start ending cookie tracking next year and it will be interesting to see what advertisers do in response to disabling this feature.
12/26/23
Espresso Display
Here is the thinnest portable monitor that you can easily take it anywhere with you and easily set it up. The display is so thin and portable that you will just be surprised at how great it displays.
12/25/23
Win 11 Hack to Restart
If you have Windows 11 installed and want to restart your computer using the keyboard just do a FN+ALT+F4 and this should give the command to Windows to restart the computer.
12/24/23
MS Copilot Music Making
Looks like Microsoft Copilot can now create music, it's still not there but as time goes on it will definitely make music magical. Imagine you have copilot create a song and now you can easily share it with others.
12/23/23
ChatGPT & Bard bad at Math
It's kind of funny to think how this state-of-the-art technology using AI is still bad at math. The only thing that I could think of is that the AI technology is mistaking these items for something else.
Once programmers figure this out hopefully the math calculations will get better. I think it's time we teach them a thing or two about math.
12/22/23
Google Password Manager
If you have not noticed Google for a while was saving some of your passwords and if you are concerned about what passwords are being saved, then from time to time you should review the passwords and confirm if you still want Google to continue saving them.
12/21/23
Win 11 Shortcuts
Windows 11 is getting acceptance by many companies and users should start getting ready for the new shortcuts that the new OS has built in.
12/20/23
Chrome Tweak
Tired of always having to open files you downloaded in Chrome, this little tweak can automatically be set up to open your files automatically every time you finish downloading.
Although it is a handy feature, you should always be careful about what files you download when using your browsers. As Chrome continues securing itself, hopefully, this will be a thing of the past.
12/19/23
Cybertruck Info
If you are deciding on purchasing a Cybertruck buyers should be aware of the actual cost of the truck. From what the listed price is shown it looks like the final receipt is coming down to paying more than some users anticipated and then there are accessories.
You also have to take into account the long waiting period which now is 18 months and it's going to be longer depending on the list of orders that are placed.
So you might rethink 18 months from now if you really want to be driving.
12/18/23
Lenovo AI ThinkPad
This is definitely going to be a game changer for laptop users once AI is incorporated into the device.
It's going to change the things we already are used to and it might just revolutionize laptops as we currently know it.
12/17/23
Dropbox Shares Files
If you have Dropbox you might want to review your files and opt out to have your personal files shared with OpenAI servers.
Still, this is a major concern for users especially since they did not opt in for these features.
12/16/23
Art Investing
Here is a pretty ordinary way to invest in art, they select the artist and purchase the art and then you just invest in the masterpiece, get proceeds for 3 to 10 years and you can sell your shares before they sell the art.
Unsure of what's going to happen to those users who are unable to sell their shares before the sale but it hopefully makes you passive income.
12/15/23
Telsa Repair Problem
If you are thinking of buying a Tesla I would think again until they resolve this ongoing suspension and steering problem. The company has long been aware of this and they still feel like it's not their responsibility to make this right with consumers.
It's kind of ridiculous and they should be ashamed, this can be a costly repair for many consumers and the manufacturer should take full responsibility. I am hoping more consumers fight back.
12/14/23
Elon Gamble
For a few years, Elon Musk has been on a hot streak and now it looks like the tides are changing and his luck may be just running out.
Now it will be interesting to see what the future holds for most of his companies and if the cash still keeps coming in. Because all that we are seeing lately is a lot of cash just burning up.
12/13/23
Google Location Data
Users may want to think again when it comes to Google privacy concerns. Let's just say that law enforcement can now use this information against you when it comes to prosecution.
I might re-think the opt-in option feature moving forward.
12/12/23
MS Team Changes
It looks like Microsoft is replacing file apps in Teams without having users make much effort by linking it with the OneDrive app. The new management is going to make it easy to save and get access to these files going forward. I just want to see how all this is going to connect in the future along with their AI features.
12/11/23
E3 Expo is Over
It looks like increased competition and withdrawal from large publishing partners have put an end to the Expo and all we can hope is that somehow in the future this can be integrated once again.
12/10/23
iOS 17.2 Update Info
Apple users who love journals will be excited with this new update, not only does it come with improvements but a new Journal application.
If you love to capture live moments and preserve memories then this is definitely going to be a plus for you. Check out the link below on what you can do with the new application.
12/9/23
Costco Selling Starlink
It looks like Costco is quietly selling Starlink to users and we are hoping that in the future cardholders will get a better discount during signup. Right now the cost seems to be similar to when purchasing directly from the company. And I believe as time goes on hopefully other services will be available at better prices.
12/8/23
iOS Stolen Device Protect
Apple is now moving forward with its device protection software to deter iPhone-increasing thefts. It's going to definitely be a game changer for thieves moving forward as long as the user features are enabled.
Now hopefully it will give thieves a second thought about wanting to steal these pricey devices.
12/7/23
Largest BTC Holders
If you are wondering who is the largest Bitcoin holder, think again but I find it interesting how we have so many regulations for Bitcoin in the US, and still, the US Government is piling up on this so-called useless token.
12/6/23
Seminole Tribe Betting App
Florida is quietly but surely exploding with mobile betting and it will be very interesting to see how far they are willing to go.
12/5/23
Meta Stops Cross Messaging
I guess is was always too good to be true and without any reason. But I can figure that they are not happy with user attendance now that you can contact users with both platforms.
12/4/23
Ancestry Data Hack
It looks like Ancestry data was hacked and now a list of user profiles are out there and you can bet on it that it's going to be used against them when it comes to identity theft.
12/3/23
Ring Doorbell Treat
If you have a Ring Doorbell you can now add some cheer to your guests when they use the device. It's a pretty neat feature and not all models are supported but it will add something different for the holidays.
How to set up Quick Replies
How to set up Quick Replies
In the Ring app:- Tap the menu (≡) on the top left of the Dashboard.
Tap Devices.- Select the doorbell you want to set up.
- Tap the Smart Responses tile below the doorbell image.
Tap Quick Replies.- Toggle on Quick Replies switch to blue.
- Set Response Time for right away or between 2-20 seconds.
Choose Quick Reply Message.
Scroll down the list and select a year round message or seasonal greeting.- You’ll hear a recording of the message.
- Tap Save in the top right corner.
12/2/23
OKTA Breach Update
It's worse than we thought it was and even though it affected only 134 customers it was able to get some users names and email addressess. So there are definite going to be targets of phishing campaigns.
12/1/23
Flight Delay
Interesting site to check out to see when you fly the next time as a passenger what you are entitled to if your baggage is lost or your flight is delayed.
These are the things that the airlines refuse to answer, but you as a consumer are entitled to.
11/30/23
Reset Win 11 Network
If you are curious about how to reset your Windows 11 network settings, then these instructions will help you get reconnected again. At times restarting the computer usually gets it done, but if you want to avoid the restart, then doing this works as well.
11/29/23
Picture Search
Trying to find someone with a picture then check out these useful search sites to narrow down your search. You can at least see how far you can get by searching these sites.
11/28/23
Google Deleting unused Accounts
If you have not used your Google account recently, I suggest you do it soon because if you don't on Dec 1, Google will begin deleting inactive accounts.
If you are curious on what you can do, then follow these simple directions below to keep your account active.
11/27/23
Google Drive Lost Data
It looks like Google Drive has lost some users data and I am just curious on what's really going on and causing this problem.
Oddly this is a major concern especially with so many users now relying on the cloud to save their files.
11/26/23
Pi for iPhone
iPhone users have a bunch of AI tools that they can use and the Pi app is definitely one of them. Just think of it as a personal assistant that you can vent, learn something new, brainstorm, practice conversations for school or work, give your relationship advice, make a career plan, weigh the pros and cons of your decision, work through a problem, help you relax, discover books, movies, motivate you, help you write a text or email and give advice and this is just the tip of the iceberg.
11/25/23
Decluttering Help
If you need help getting rid of stuff around your house, here are some great sites to help you get the most out of your money.
Hopefully, this will get rid of your items easily.
11/24/23
Dos Time Machine
This is what an old DOS computer used to look like back in the days before the computer technology boom took off.
It's amazing how far we have come to date.
11/23/23
Nvidia Mistake
Here is a foolish mistake made by a developer who shared some source code from a former employer during a Microsoft Teams call.
Long story short some of the team members where able to take a screenshot of the source code before the user was alerted by the error. After that let's just say it was a nice lawsuit.
I guess this user is never going to make that mistake again.
11/22/23
Macbook Connectivity Return
A few years ago Apple was exploring 3G theory connectivity to its Macbook but abandoned the plans because of space and processing chip. Their thinking was just too advanced for the technology but if they could integrate a wireless modem into chips the laptops would have better connectivity.
Fast forward to today and this theory could soon become a reality using the iPhone and Apple Watch.
Now let's see if their dreams can be accomplished.
11/21/23
Spotify secret Google Deal
Spotify looks like it made a secret deal with Google to get four percent deal instead of the common fifteen percent fee everyone else pays. But with Google's antitrust fight this had to be disclosed.
11/20/23
Google Doc's Smart chip
If you are a Google Document users you probably noticed when creating documents that their is a feature in insert called smart chips and it's Google's way of easy adding content to user documents via the smart chip application.
Now adding additional content to your documents can easily done with just a few clicks of the mouse.
11/19/23
Mac Update
It looks like consumers are recent either making a change with Macbooks or are just keeping their Macbook longer because the demand for them has dropped dramatically.
Or maybe it's just leveling off after reaching high levels pre Covid, whatever the reason this maybe a good sign for users to upgrade now.
11/18/23
Black Friday Tips
Black Friday is coming soon and if you are looking to see what's discounts retailers are doing this year here are some great sites to check out to narrow down your search.
Just make sure your read vendor reviews before making any big purchase.
11/17/23
AI Gift Finder
This holiday let google SGE AI search help you find the best deals for you online. It's a simple way to use AI via google to find the deals that your are looking for.
11/16/23
Xnote
Take a look at this AI-enhanced Notebook, imagine everything that you write will easily be digitalized and updated in the cloud immediately. This is just the beginning. The more you write the more information that the application highlights for you to review at a later time.
11/15/23
YouTube Revenue exclusions
It looks like YouTube is now allowing users to post certain nursing videos along with sensual dancing for ad revenue. I guess maybe they figured out that it might be just too strict with users posting content and they want to cap in on lost revenue.
11/14/23
Discord shuts AI Chatbot
If you are a Discord user be prepared no longer to see the AI Chatbot Clyde. It's unknown why all of a sudden they are deciding to stop the limited testing or it could just be a premium feature for users to use in the future.
11/13/23
VPN by Google One
It looks like Google soon will offer a VPN service for $1.99 along with its Google One service. Unfortunately, it is restricted from any foreign servers. But at least your identity will be restricted when using free internet services.
11/12/23
AI bots fill in Job Apps
It looks like someone created a cool AI bot to help you conquer filling out all these job applications with just one click. Lazyapply not only simplified things but also helped find jobs that were sometimes skipped. What's the worst that can happen when it's just saving you time.
11/11/23
Starlink Account Bug
Users are getting frustrated with the new Starlink account bug that resets their accounts. This is apparently just affecting new user accounts. Good luck with getting support from that point on.
I guess it's the beginning of the end for me if I was a new user trying to get service from this company.
11/10/23
Google Inactive Account Removal
It's no secret that companies are doing whatever it takes to become more profitable this year and with this Google is introducing a new policy for inactive accounts this year.
Starting next month if your Google account has been inactive for two years, it's taking action to begin deleting unused accounts. This will not only scale down the costs of data that's unused but save the company money from users who have inactive accounts.
11/9/23
Human AI Pin
This new AI Pin might be the next new futuristic device to take computing to a new level. Imagine a device that can call, take photos, send texts, and project a visual interface onto a person's palm.
It's a little pricey but if consumers can easily adapt, this definitely can be the future of unlimited calling
11/8/23
Google Shopping Deals
This holiday gives Google a shot to get you the best deals on shopping. There are currently other sites that do the same but it will be interesting to see the results that Google gives me this holiday season.
It's still in beta and you have to join the waitlist, but sign up so you can be ahead of the croud.
Since deals are always hard to find, then why not give it a try, to see if it can save you some money.
11/7/23
11/6/23
Win11 23H2 Features
Windows 11 is set to do some great updates to your computer with a new version of features like AI standalone of Copilot, and image app tweaks.
Let's just say moving forward AI is going to be a big step with Microsoft OS, go get ready.
11/5/23
Azure Overhaul
Ever since the recent Solarwinds hack, Microsoft is overhauling Azure to make sure this does not happen again and it's planning on using AI to identify vulnerabilities and security flaws.
If all goes well it's going to be follow the leader for other firms to follow the same security concept.
11/4/23
Replika
Here is a new AI companion to learn and have a conversational chat with. It's like a make believe friend in the Artificial Intelligence world.
The more your interact with it the more it teaches you and encourages you on achieving your goals. It's sort of like a mentor to keep your hopes up when you need a little pick me up.
11/3/23
AI Lawsuit
It will be interesting to see the outcome of this lawsuit with AI hitting all aspects of everything that we do. This is going to be a tough case and it's the beginning of more other lawsuits to follow.
11/2/23
Log off Win11 users
Need help logging off Windows 11 users, well the new OS will be a challenge to those not-so-tech-friendly users and if they need some help then here are some quick tips to get them to log off.
11/1/23
Study Fetch
Here is another AI software to help you study better, it's an AI software that helps you make study materials to be used for your test. It promises not to get you a failing mark on your test again.
10/31/23
Halloween Stories
This year Google Brooks brings kids spooky Halloween stories and you can read them free of charge
All that you need to do is add them to your library and read them when you are ready.
The coolest thing about it is that it's all free, so take the opportunity and check them out.
10/30/23
Win 11 Passkey Support
Microsoft is rolling out passkey support for Win 11 and we are hoping that with this new feature cross-platform sign-in with be a thing of the past.
Let's hope that users easily adapt and make things less complicated.
10/29/23
AI Experimenting
If you are experimenting with AI in your organization I just want to tell you that it's a great move in the right direction. But here is the downside of it because it's still sort of the Wild West when it comes to privacy and security.
This is where this security platform comes into play so that you can see who is using what.
10/28/23
S3 Ransomware
It looks like Ransomware is taking a new height when it comes to infecting cloud backups since cloud adoption has increased significantly over the past few years.
Now in order to stay protective users are advised to follow the best protection practices.
Although nothing is guaranteed, it's still better to be safe than sorry.
10/27/23
Easy ways to open Explorer
Ever wonder how many ways you can open File Explorer in Windows. This site will show you several ways that you can access Explorer from Windows making accessibility easier to do.
Link
10/26/23
Extend Pro
If you looking for an ultra-portable laptop with an additional 3 monitors you might consider the Extend Pro. It's a pretty impressive setup having 4 monitors available to you for your computing needs.
10/25/23
Bios PW Help
Have a computer or server locked with a bios password and you cannot get into the device to configure, make changes or reset. This handy website comes to the rescue with commonly used manufacture password to simplify your recovery.
Make it useful the right way and let's hope that we can make recovery easier to do.
10/24/23
Phone Warranty Realism
Great article on the real facts regarding phone warranties. It reality it really depends on the user and if you calculate the deductible and out of pocket expenses it's not really worth it once you past the one year mark. So figure out what type of user you are and then make a switch for the better.
10/23/23
Monitor your Portfolio with GSheets
If you are looking to monitor your portfolio with Google Sheets you will be surprised on what you can find online that's free and what's available to some with a small fee.
Investment tracking can be easy to do as long as you are willing to put a little effort on getting it started.
Check it out and monitor your portfolio results daily.
10/22/23
Slimca Tracker
This kickstarter is a sweet deal, talk about tracking your personal belongings and how easily it hides like a credit and can simply be trackable. An ideal solution if your wallet every gets lost or stolen.
10/21/23
Amazon & Microsoft 1 Billion Deal
Amazon will soon sign a Billion-dollar deal with Microsoft to supply the e-commerce giant with office software. Now this has been long awaited since Microsoft is gradually gaining cloud acceptance. Hopefully, now AWS can stay competitive with its rival cloud partner.
I just hope that AWS can stay a step ahead and somehow develop some leverage against Microsoft so that they do not lose their cloud dominance.
10/20/23
Next Generation Warfare
The military is taking a big interest in robotics strapped with Rocket Launchers and this is definitely opening up a new market for the user of robotics in the Warzone.
Although these are just test subjects using robotic goats this is going to be a big game changer during wartime.
10/19/23
Netflix Price Hike
After resolving the password-sharing problem just a few months ago and killing the grandfathered basic plan, the streaming company is now staying competitive by now increasing prices.
10/18/23
Secret Cleaner
Yes this super cleaner is what many retail stores use to clear the fingerprint marks on their screen and there are probably a bunch of other products in the market that can do even better, but at least we know now what some stores are using.
10/17/23
Ghost Guns Update
It looks like the Supreme Court is now forcing gun manufacturers to comply with federal gun rules for individuals who are making homemade ghost guns with 3D printers.
It was going to happen sooner or later and now it will be interesting to see how homemade gun makers improvise.
10/16/23
Proton Email
Free email is not always what it seems to be and if you are wondering what steps to take to secure your information, then sometimes it will pay off to pay for a premium email service.
This site does things a little differently and it is very unique.
10/15/23
Next Gen Apple Vision Update
It looks Apple Vision headset will likely drop to save on cost. This is not yet confirmed but there is good information that they are trying to make the devices easily affordable so that they can easily be adopted by many. It's going to be interesting to see what META and others do in return.
10/14/23
Lock Chromebook
I have so many users that for one reason or another forget to lock their Chromebooks after use. If you are one of those users then you should review these simple steps to take to lock down your computer when you are not around.
It's always a good idea to lock the device down, just in case for some reason you lose the device or the device gets into the wrong hands.
It's always a good idea to lock the device down, just in case for some reason you lose the device or the device gets into the wrong hands.
10/13/23
AI Constitutions
It looks like some companies are trying to keep AI toxic-free by filtering some content and I could only imagine how that's going to work out since it's still in its first stages.
I guess this would be a move in the right direction, but I wonder who would be curious enough to let some AI bots continue what they currently doing today.
10/12/23
Passkey Default
Google has now made the move away from passwords by using passkeys. This could be the future for users to be able to access their accounts. For now, it's a wait-and-see game to see how others adapt.
10/11/23
Ubuntu 23.10
Ubuntu has been doing some great work keeping the software trimmed down and moving faster. If you have not tested out the OS I suggest you download a copy and see the new improvements. You will be amazed by the new improvements. It's not sluggish anymore.
10/10/23
MFA Weakness
MFA is still a great tool for securing high privilege account, but unfortunately it does have some weaknessess that some overlook and you should be aware of this if you commonly use this process of authentication.
10/9/23
Saving Voicemails
If you have an iPhone or Android device there will be times that you wish you can save you voicemails for memories or just for legal purposes.
This is how you do it.
iPhone
* Click the Phone icon and then go to Voicemail at the bottom right.
* Tap the voicemail you want to save and click the box with the arrow on it and it should open a menu to either share the voicemail or save it elsewhere like Dropbox or Google Drive.
Android
* Open the voicemail application and go to the voicemail selection in your phone application.
* Tap and hold the message you want to save.
* In the menu that appears, look for options like Save, Export, or Archive.
* Select where you like the message to be saved on your phone and to OK and Save.
10/8/23
QR Code Scanning
Here is another article regarding QR code scanning and why many users should be cautious when scanning the barcodes.
In the long run, they are a new generation of easily getting information and I hope more companies will adopt the new technology to make QR Code Readers safer to read.
10/7/23
Permission Slip
Want to take control of your privacy then sign up for a Permission Slip from Consumer Reports. The application helps to take back control of your online privacy with the companies that you signed up for. In most cases, you can advise them not to share your information and if that does not work then you can decide to advise them to delete your account.
10/6/23
Cool Tire Hack
Have a tire that keeps on deflating or getting flats, here is a cool hack to keep that tire inflated for the life of the tire. It would definitely add additional years to the life of the tire and why not, you may never have to have it replaced unless the rubber runs out.
10/5/23
Ongoing Store Theft
It looks like one of the retail giants is using technology to stop ongoing store theft and if it does make a difference the other chains will hopefully follow soon.
Consumers may not enjoy the new changes but it's the only way that the retail giant can provide services to users and be profitable.
AI is just getting started and you can see more functions start showing up in a store near you.
10/4/23
10/3/23
Twitter Death
It looks like Twitter is going down and so fast that I can only imagine what the company is worth now. Everything that the new owner has done, has not gone smooth.
Now the question is what's next and what the new future of X will be, stay tuned because if this company does go down it's going to be another record blunder for Musk.
10/2/23
Meta Smart Glasses
These glasses are not only cool but they can livestream your daily life. The battery life is only four to six hours but from the sound of it, it looks like they can be worn anywhere and it will be great for traveling. Imagine instead of taking photos or videotaping events while on your camera. You can now show the world what you are already seeing live.
10/1/23
Block & Allow Websites
Windows Firewall and PowerShell are a great combination to use when it comes to network traffic. You can easily learn how to block a website, IP address, and port using the firewall, and if you are curious on how it's done, this is a great start.
9/30/23
MS Word Pad Ends
It looks like Microsoft Word Pad is ending the software and there no longer will be updates and any installation on its future OS. I guess it was good while it lasted.
9/29/23
Ransomware Simulation
I wanted to share a video with everyone on ransomware attacks and how easily anyone can be a victim. I caution users when getting emails not to open anything that does not look right.
Most of these ransom attacks can be halted if users get more proper education on how to open suspicious emails.
Also if you do become a victim reach out to Lockard Security since they were so nice to simulate an attack for us and educate us.
9/28/23
Fix TPM Error
This is the most annoying thing to get from Windows and I wish they would fix this problem and not have us try to do so many things to fix the annoying error.
9/27/23
Download Win10 Enterprise ISO
Windows 10 Enterprise has another two years before Microsoft eventually pulls the end-of-life plug on the OS, but in the meantime, if you want to evaluate the software and see what else you have access to as an administrator, it's a great OS when all of the features are exposed.
9/26/23
Uber Eats Delivery Bot Update
People have been wondering since its recent deployment if these Bots will open up more surveillance tools for the police to monitor.
Now this is already being used in other parts of the world, so this is nothing new. But citizens should be concerned that at least they are being proactive against crime.
9/25/23
Win10 22H2 for IT Pros
This is the reason why you would want to install this download and yes if you manage a large amount of devices these applications are a lifesaver. It gives you the benefits of Windows with a little extra.
9/24/23
Norton Secure Browser
I am no longer a fan of Norton but if you still believe in the software and the company it's not a bad idea to use the software to secure your Windows and Mac browsers.
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