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How to Factory Reset Your Android Phone
Before you get too excited about your new phone, you need to prepare your old Android for selling or recycling...
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How to Turn Off Google Assistant on Your Android Phone
Google Assistant is always listing on your Android phone. Here's how to stop it.
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What to Do If Your iPhone Is Lost or Stolen
Don't panic if you can't find your phone. These tips will make sure all your personal info remains safe and...
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What Is a Digital Wallet, and How Does It Work?
Contactless payments are here to stay, but here’s what you need to know before signing up for a digital wallet.
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How to Turn Off Location Services on an Android
Google can find and record your location. Here's why that can be a problem and how to put a stop...
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How to Turn Off Location Tracking on Your iPhone
Location tracking may seem harmless but it can be an invasion of your privacy. Here's what you need to know...
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Is Google Pay Safe? What to Know About This Contactless Payment App
Google Pay offers speed and convenience, but before you sign up, find out just how secure this contactless payment app...
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5 Red Flags You Shouldn’t Trust an App
Proceed with caution when heading to the app store.
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Is Apple Pay Safe?
Thanks to Apple Pay, making payments and transferring cash is easier than ever. But will this app put your financial...
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How to Tell If Your Phone Has Been Hacked
Could cybercriminals be infiltrating your bank account or stealing your identity right now? Here’s how to find out if your...
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iPhone Virus Warning: Scam or Real?
Here's why you might not want to trust the next virus warning pop-up that appears on your phone.
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How to Find a Lost Phone That’s Turned Off
Don't lose hope: there's a way to find your favorite electronic little buddy, even if your phone is turned off.
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Jailbreaking iPhones: What You’ve Always Wanted to Know
You won't be a criminal if you jailbreak your iPhone—but your data could be exposed to one (or more).
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Which Phone Is Most Secure?
When shopping for a new mobile device, phone security should be top of mind. These are the security features to...
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How to Remove Spyware from an iPhone
Someone might be spying on you right now. These simple steps will get rid of spyware on your iPhone and...
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How to Stop (and Remove) iPhone Calendar Spam
It’s not only annoying—it can also be dangerous. Here's what you can do to get rid of invasive iPhone calendar...
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Can iPhones Get Viruses? What to Know About Malware on iPhones
If you think iPhones are immune to viruses, think again. Experts explain how to check for and remove viruses on...
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How to See Who Unfollowed You on Facebook
The question is, do you want to know?
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12 Clever Waze Features You’re Probably Not Using
You can do a whole lot more than get from point A to point B once you know these tips...
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4 Things You Should Never Ask Siri
It might be in your best interest not to discuss these topics with Siri.
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If You Hear This 4-Word Phrase When You Pick Up the Phone, Hang Up Immediately
These four words are a red flag that you might be dealing with a phone scammer. Here's what you should...
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What Those Orange and Green Dots on Your iPhone Mean
Here's why there's a green or orange dot at the top of your iPhone's screen, and what it means for...
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Here’s How Telemarketers Keep Getting Your Number
Every single time your phone rings these days, there's a decent chance a telemarketer's calling. Telemarketing isn't necessarily illegal, but...
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8 Things to Never Store on Your Smartphone
Using your cell phone as a master archive for your personal information? Please be aware this convenience may come at...
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7 Red Flags Someone Is Stealing Your Wi-Fi
Having an outside party steal your Wi-Fi can be, at best, inconvenient and frustrating, and at worst, harmful to you...
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15 Cool Jobs You Could Have in the Future
Drones and robots may be replacing humans in the workplace, but here are some great gigs you can look forward...
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9 Signs an Instagram Ad Can’t Be Trusted
Enhance your detective skills so you don't fall victim to these common scams.
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15 Ways to Get Better Cell Reception in Your Home
Getting lots of dropped and choppy calls at your house? Here are simple things you can do to fix the...
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This Is the Least Reliable Cell Phone Company in America
If you’re constantly dropping calls and waiting forever for webpages to load, you might have this cell phone provider.