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Brooke Nelson

Brooke Nelson

Brooke is a tech and consumer products writer covering the latest in digital trends, product reviews, security and privacy, and other news and features for RD.com.
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This Is What an Amazon Email Scam Looks Like

Not every email from Amazon is legitimate. Keep an eye out for these telltale signs you might be dealing with a scammer.
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How to Clean Your iPhone’s Charging Port

If your iPhone won't charge with a Lightning cable plugged in, a dirty charging port...

How to Clean AirPods Without Damaging Them

Experts give the lowdown on how to clean earwax, sweat, and other gunk off your...
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How to Clean Your Cell Phone—And How Often You Should

Your phone is grosser than you realize. Here's how to clean it properly.

What Is a Secret Conversation on Facebook and How Do You Start One?

Protect your conversations on Facebook Messenger with this security-savvy feature.

This Is What Your iPhone’s Low Power Mode Really Does

This feature is surprisingly useful—even when your iPhone isn't about to die. Here's when and...

Here’s Why the Coca-Cola Logo Is Red

Everyone can recognize the Coca-Cola logo, but it hasn't always looked the same as it...

How to Find Hidden Cameras in Any Place You Stay

The prospect of getting spied on when you're staying in a hotel is scary. Here's...
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These Are the 10 Cars That Are Most Likely to Get Stolen

Find out if one of America's most stolen cars is parked in your garage right...
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Here’s What to Do If You Lock Your Keys in the Car

The next time you accidentally lock your keys in the car, you’ll want to try...

Is Apple Scanning Your iPhone Photos? Here’s What You Need to Know

Experts explain Apple's controversial new plan to scan your iPhone photos—and what it could mean...
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6 Places You’re Most Likely to Catch Coronavirus

Life isn't back to normal just yet. As the Delta variant continues to spread, experts...
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11 Facebook Marketplace Scams to Watch Out For

Buyer beware: Lots of scammers set up shop on Facebook Marketplace. Here's how to avoid...

The Best Affordable Laptops for Back-to-School

These budget-friendly laptops are perfect for students and casual web surfers. You're welcome!
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The 4 Things You Need to Do Before Deleting an App

Removing an app isn't as simple as it sounds.
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25 Smartphone Accessibility Settings You Need to Know About

These accessibility settings will change the way you use your phone, whether you have a...
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How to Block Websites on Chrome

Follow these step-by-step instructions to block websites on Chrome using your desktop and mobile devices.
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5 Common Cash App Scams and How to Avoid Them

Fraudsters and thieves are using Cash App to steal people's money, raising questions about how...

How to Save a Video from Facebook Messenger

You can rewatch videos any time you want by saving them to your smartphone or...
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How to Screen Record on an iPhone

There's a simple (and quick!) way to take a screen recording on your iPhone. Here's...

How to Save a Video on Facebook (to Watch Later)

You don't need to open Facebook to watch your favorite videos every single time. Here's...
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Google Home vs. Amazon Echo: Find the Best Smart Speaker for You

Choose wisely and you’ll make your life a whole lot easier.
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6 Common Venmo Scams to Watch Out For

Venmo has made transferring cash more convenient than ever, but some scammers are using the...
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50 Stunning, Rarely Seen Photos of Princess Diana

Until her tragic death in 1997, the Princess of Wales was one of the most...
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How to Block Annoying Emails for Good

Ready to finally stop getting those pesky spam emails? Here's how to block them—and clean...