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Tech advice you can trust™ |
If you're prompted to update Flash Player, ignore it!Adobe's Flash Player has been dead for nearly two years. One reason the program was shuttered is it posed several security risks. But cybercriminals are now using the old technology to lure victims into "updating" their devices. If you download the update, your device will be infected with malware. Here's what's going on. Tap or click for tips to keep your devices protected from malware. → | Massive fire caused by faulty lithium-ion battery - Take these precautionsTwo separate fires, which cost the lives of 17 people, including eight children, were sparked by faulty gadgets that used lithium-ion batteries. These are notoriously volatile under certain circumstances. Here is how you can prevent a fire in your home. Tap or click here to prevent lithium-ion batteries from exploding. → |
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Use this tool for an easy way to record and share your screenIf you are sick of downloading apps to record your screen or using complicated online programs, a new website has an easy solution for you. We'll show you how to use SnipClip to record your computer screen or your camera. Tap or click for the easiest way to record your computer screen. → | 12 smart Android tips and tricks you should be usingDid you know you can schedule text messages ahead of time? You can. There are probably other useful tricks you also haven't heard about. That's why we've compiled 12 of the handiest hacks out there, so you can get the most out of your Android device. |
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Everyone is playing Wordle - Avoid these fake apps that are charging for the free gameThe guess-the-five-letter-word game Wordle has exploded in popularity. The webpage-only game has taken social media by storm, and there seems no slowing down. Here's how to win at it and how to spot fakes and scam versions. Tap or click here to learn to play Wordle and spot fake versions. → | Money tip: 5 bills you should never put on autopayAutopay makes it easy to keep up with subscriptions and services. The problem with these out-of-sight, out-of-mind payments is you can lose track and keep paying for something you no longer use. It might be better for some accounts to make one-time payments. We put together a list of bills you should never put on autopay. Tap or click here to see why autopay is a bad idea for some services. → |
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Recreating a battery from 2,000 years agoBatteries may seem like a relatively recent invention, but a discovery made in the Middle East may change how you think. The Baghdad Battery was created almost 2,000 years ago and appears to work like a modern battery. But what would happen if someone recreated it? WATCH THIS → |
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