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Move over sci-fy! The world of the future is here today. We’re surrounded by smart TVs, phones, watches, cars, houses, and hundreds of others interconnected devices. With the whole world at our fingertips, it’s more important than ever to stay safe, stay informed, and stay on top of the latest and greatest.

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6 Reasons Your Phone Is So Slow—and How to Speed It Up

Is your smartphone dragging? Find out the common reasons iPhones and Androids slow down, as well as the easy things that can give them a boost.

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How to Unlock an iPhone Without a Passcode

Learn how to unlock an iPhone without a passcode before you're stuck. You never know when these methods will come...


How to Clean a Laptop Screen Without Damaging It

Whether you use a PC or a Mac, this guide will teach you how to safely clean your laptop screen


We Can’t Believe People Are Replacing Their AirPods with These $20 Earbuds

Before you splurge on a pair of AirPods, pick up a pair of wireless earbuds that over 22,000 shoppers call...


The 6 Best Kindle Cases That Are Stylish and Protective

Whether heading to the pool or chilling on the couch with the newest summer read, we've got the Kindle e-reader...

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7 Tricks to Use Less Cell Phone Data—and Lower Your Cell Phone Bill

Avoid paying overage charges for your cellular data by trying these easy tricks.


Apple AirTag vs. Tile: Which Bluetooth Tracker Is Best?

Why might you want to purchase the Apple AirTag over the Tile? We go through the similarities and differences between...

15 Places You Should Never Talk on Your Phone

Just because you can talk on your phone everywhere, it doesn't mean you should


How to Clean an Apple Watch Band So It Looks New

Sweat, spills and debris can make your Apple Watch band grimy. Here's how to restore its original luster.


Amazon Kindle Review: I Tried the Kindle Paperwhite and It Changed How I Read Forever

Our Senior Shopping Editor doubled the number of books she reads in a year thanks to the Kindle Paperwhite.


Your iPhone’s Volume Buttons Are Loaded with Hidden Features

While their primary goal is to control sound, your iPhone's volume buttons can actually do much more than you think

The Best Smart Thermostats for Staying Warm While Saving Money

With energy costs on the rise, buy the best smart thermostat for your needs to save money while keeping the...


How to Make Your Phone (Nearly) Impossible to Track—and Keep Personal Information Safe

The more we use our phones, the more personal information we give up. So how do you make your phone...


Your Spam Blocker Won’t Protect You from This New Email Scam—Here’s What to Know

Quishing scams are clever, but they're easy to avoid if you know what to do


Why You Should Think Twice Before Connecting to Your Hotel’s Wi-Fi on Your Next Vacation

As you soak in the sun, hackers are lurking in the shadows, preying on unsuspecting tourists who connect to the...


Getting Rid of a Printer? Do This First—or Risk Getting Hacked

Knowing how to dispose of a printer safely could mean the difference between protecting your personal data and allowing it...

The Phone Etiquette Mistake Gen Z Needs You to Stop Making

Are you guilty of this phone faux pas? Here’s what you should be doing instead.


Have You Ever Noticed That Apple Ads Show the Time as 9:41? Here’s Why

This is the fascinating, real-life reason it's always 9:41 a.m. in Apple advertisements


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The Best Way to Charge Your Device Will Make Its Battery Last Way Longer

Let's hope you'll never be stuck with a dead smartphone or laptop again.


You Can Schedule a Text Message on Your iPhone: Here’s How

Did you know you can set texts to send in the future? Find out how with this hack for how...


27 Tech Tips That Will Help You Get the Most Out of Your Smartphone

These tech tips will unlock the secrets to maximizing your productivity, staying organized, protecting your online privacy and more


I Was Addicted to My Phone—Here’s How I Got Over It

Martin struggled with phone addiction for years before recovery. Now he doesn't fight to limit his time on his phone—he's...


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How to Retrieve Deleted Text Messages on an iPhone

Don’t panic! Those accidentally deleted messages aren’t gone forever—not if you take action quickly and follow these instructions.


Hackers Can Use AI to Guess Your Passwords—Here’s How to Protect Your Data

Learn how to keep your personal information safe from AI password cracking


How to Make a Facebook Post Shareable

From casual users to the social media savvy, everyone should know these simple steps to make a Facebook post shareable

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How to Screen Record on an Android Phone

It's easy to record your screen with Android's built-in screen recorder or a third-party app


10 Ways to Free Up Space on Your iPhone

Tired of seeing "There is not enough available storage"? Here are 10 quick things you can do to free up...


How to Close All the Tabs on Your iPhone—and Why You’ll Be So Glad You Did

It's time to bid adieu to your endless jungle of open web pages by learning how to close all tabs...


How to Free Up Space on an Android Phone

Need more room on your phone for apps, videos and images? Here are some quick and easy ways to reclaim...


How to Turn Off Siri on Your iPhone

Apple's smart personal assistant can be equal parts helpful and distracting. Here's how to turn off Siri and disable Siri...


There’s a New Threat Targeting iPhones—What You Need to Know

There's a new piece of malware that's threatening iPhone users. Here's what you need to know about it—and what you...