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How to use Wi-Fi calling on your mobile phone if cellular service is down
How to use Wi-Fi calling on your mobile phone if cellular service is down
You can still make and receive audio and video calls without a cellular connection. Here's how.
Oct. 10, 2024
How to use Android's emergency satellite texting if you lose cell signal
How to use Android's emergency satellite texting if you lose cell signal
Pixel devices have a new feature that lets you send a text message without a cell signal or Wi-Fi. Here's how to use it, plus a temporary option for non-Pixel Android users in Florida.
Oct. 9, 2024
How 'bubbling' Android texts can save you time - and prevent missed messages
How 'bubbling' Android texts can save you time - and prevent missed messages
This hidden Google Messages feature helps me stay on top of important text message conversations. Here's how to enable it and why you should.
Oct. 8, 2024
How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two ways
How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two ways
Microsoft just added another roadblock, but we've got a new workaround. Here's how you can bypass the latest restrictions and safely upgrade your Windows 10 PC - for free.
Oct. 4, 2024
Storm coming? Take these steps to prep your tech before weather emergencies strike
Storm coming? Take these steps to prep your tech before weather emergencies strike
Technology can help keep you and your family safe during extreme weather - but only if it's powered up and you know how to use it.
Sept. 26, 2024
How Android Photo Reimagine can take your images to a whole other level
How Android Photo Reimagine can take your images to a whole other level
Look! It's me at the Super Bowl - and on the Titanic! Google's Pixel 9 phones pack a remarkably powerful AI tool that does amazing things with your photos.
Sept. 24, 2024
6 iOS 18 settings I changed immediately - and why you should too
6 iOS 18 settings I changed immediately - and why you should too
Reviewing these iPhone settings under Apple's latest iOS can improve privacy and battery life and even save you money. Here's how.
Sept. 20, 2024
You can buy an Oura Ring with your FSA and HSA funds. Here's how
You can buy an Oura Ring with your FSA and HSA funds. Here's how
Need to spend those FSA and HSA funds before the year ends? You can buy an Oura Ring with that money.
Sept. 20, 2024
How to control your iPhone from your Mac with MacOS 15's iPhone Mirroring feature
How to control your iPhone from your Mac with MacOS 15's iPhone Mirroring feature
The latest versions of iOS and MacOS let you wirelessly mirror your iPhone to your laptop. Here's how.
Sept. 19, 2024
How to check in with friends or family from your Apple Watch
How to check in with friends or family from your Apple Watch
With watchOS 11, you can check in with someone from the Messages and Workout apps. Here's all you need to get started.
Sept. 19, 2024
How to create IFTTT automations on Android - and why you should
How to create IFTTT automations on Android - and why you should
Have you ever wished Android had the built-in ability to automate daily tasks? If so, you might want to look into IFTTT.
Sept. 17, 2024
8 ways I'm preparing my iPhone for iOS 18 - and I recommend you do too
8 ways I'm preparing my iPhone for iOS 18 - and I recommend you do too
iOS 18 is here! But, for the smoothest, safest upgrade, take these steps before you take the plunge.
Sept. 17, 2024