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Have an Old iPod Sitting Around? It Could Be Worth Thousands on eBay
Are old iPods worth anything? Now that Apple has discontinued its famous line of music players, see what your old iPod might be worth.
Why Dynata Keeps Calling You, and What to Do About It
If Dynata keeps calling you and you’re getting fed up, there’s an easy way to stop the calls once and for all. What is Dynata and why are they calling you?What Happened to Uber? Cybersecurity Hack Under Investigation
A hacker made their way into Uber's internal software by way of an employee. Here’s what to know about the Uber hack. How much data is at risk?The Car Chip Shortage Is Easing Up for Some, May Extend Into 2023
Supply shortages have impacted every industry, including automotive. Has the car chip shortage gotten any better? Here's what we know.Instagram Pays Some Users Money For Their “Best, Most Engaging” Reels
Learn how to get paid for Instagram reels through the app’s Reels Play bonus program — and how to get started with the corresponding Facebook program.Twilio CEO Jeff Lawson Earns a Whopping $12 Million a Year
Twilio CEO and co-founder Jeff Lawson earns roughly $12.2 million annually. As of April 2022, his net worth climbed to $1 billion.The Apple Card Offers 3% Cash Back and No Annual Fee — Is It Worth It?
The Apple Card provides anywhere between 1 percent and 3 percent cash back on purchases. It also doesn't carry any annual fees, foreign transaction fees, or late fees. Should you get it?Is Your Snapchat Text Too Big or Too Small? How to Fix It
If your Snapchat app begins malfunctioning, say, you start seeing abnormally small lettering as you type out a message, it could be because your app is due for an update or there's an issue with the server.How to Add Widgets to Lock Screen in iOS 16
The new iOS 16 gives users more features to personalize their iPhone. Here’s how to add widgets to lock screen in iOS 16. Learn about the new operating system.Bill.com Makes Invoicing and Paying Bills Easier — Is It Free?
Is Bill.com free to use? Learn about the cloud-based service billed as “the intelligent way to create and pay bills, send invoices, and get paid.”Apple’s iPhone Upgrade Program Let's You Get a New Phone Each Year
Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program allows you to upgrade to a new iPhone after you've made 12 consecutive payments. It also includes AppleCare+.Google Spins Off Telecom Startup Aalyria — Details
Google is spinning off a telecom startup Aalyria while retaining a stake in the company. Here are the details of the deal and what’s next.Apple iOS 16 Lets You Edit and Unsend Messages — Update or Wait?
Apple released its iOS 16 update on September 12, 2022. The update is packed with numerous features that allow you to get more personal with your device. Should you download it or wait?What's the Best Time to Buy an Apple Watch? All the Details
The Apple Watch is a somewhat pricy accessory, so what is the best time of year to buy one? The answer may depend on whether you want the best price or the best features.Tattleware Companies Make Employee Monitoring Software Possible
In the era of quiet quitting, tattleware companies get a bad rap — but some bosses live and breathe employee monitoring software. Here's what we know.Beware: Clever Scammers Are Hiding Behind “Valid” Instagram Accounts
Scammers have grown increasingly clever these days, especially on Instagram. Here's four Instagram scams you need to keep an eye out for.Southwest Airlines Pilot Scolds Passengers for AirDropping Nude Photos
A Southwest pilot was on the brink of turning the plane around after someone on board AirDropped nude photos. Find out more about the pros and cons of using AirDrop.When Will Twitter’s Long-Awaited Edit Button Be Available?
Twitter is finally coming out with an edit button, but it’s prioritizing premium subscribers. When will the edit button be available?Apple Co-Founder Ronald Wayne Left Company After Just 12 Days
Why did Ronald Wayne leave Apple? See what Apple’s third co-founder said about his choice to walk away from the technology company in 1976.Musk’s Starlink Will Bring Faster Internet to Royal Caribbean Cruises
Love fast internet? Elon Musk's Starlink is bringing it to all Royal Caribbean Cruises. Here's what we know about the partnership.Everything That Has Happened in the Elon Musk Twitter Takeover Saga So Far
A lot has happened with Elon Musk's Twitter deal in the past several weeks. Here's a timeline of the events and where the deal currently stands.Facebook Internet Tracking Settlement Is Legit — Claim Deadline Approaching
If you used Facebook in 2010 and 2011, you might be entitled to some money in an internet tracking settlement. Is the Facebook internet tracking settlement legit?NASA’s Artemis 1 Rocket Was a Group Effort
NASA has postponed the launch of the Artemis rocket. Here are the details behind Artemis 1, plus when it’s poised to launch.Google Settles Illinois Class Action Lawsuit — How to File a Claim
Illinois has had a tough time with companies and their data storage practices for Illinois users. But now, companies like Google are facing a class action suit.Team Amani Is Proof the Metaverse Can Be Used in the Real World, Right Now
Need a real-life example of the metaverse? Look no further than the stars of Meta's latest campaign, Team Amani – a group of cyclists in East Africa.Snapchat Agrees to Multi-Million Settlement in Illinois Lawsuit
A Snapchat settlement in Illinois would provide $35 million for state residents who used the social media app’s lenses or filters between November 15, 2015, and now.Whistleblower Peiter 'Mudge' Zatko Slams Twitter’s Cybersecurity
Ex-Twitter executive Peiter “Mudge” Zatko is acting as a whistleblower, alleging that Twitter mismanages cybersecurity. Here's what we know.Elon Musk Might Be Considering Deal With Neuralink Competitor Synchron
Elon Musk isn't happy with Neuralink's slow progress and has sought discussions with Synchron about a potential deal. Here's what we know.Want Tesla’s FSD? Expect to Pay a Premium for It
Tesla is raising the price of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) option by a massive amount. Here’s why — and what Tesla FSD will cost moving forward.Google Employees Are Petitioning for Abortion Rights: What to Know
Google workers are petitioning for abortion rights to fight the anti-abortion measures freckling the nation and reshape unfair practices at Google.Is Apple’s Upcoming Ads Expansion Monopolistic?
Apple isn't a stranger to anti-competitive allegations, but its upcoming ads policy could be a different fight over potential monopolistic behavior.Should You Invest in Cloud Stocks in a Tech Bear Market?
The forecast for cloud stocks is brightening up. Are cloud stocks a good investment in a bear market that’s especially hard on the tech sector?European Space Agency Is Considering a Deal With SpaceX
Elon Musk’s SpaceX may soon be helping the European Space Agency (ESA) launch into space. Reuters reported Aug. 12 on the possible ESA and SpaceX deal.Google Puts Out Ad to Persuade Apple to Support RCS Messaging
RCS is the new messaging protocol that's supposed to overtake SMS and MMS messaging as the standard. Why doesn't Apple support RCS messaging?FCC Is Withholding Nearly $900M in Funding for SpaceX's Starlink Internet
The Federal Communications Commission is holding out on nearly $900 million in federal funding for SpaceX’s Starlink internet service.Why Is Big Tech Buying Healthcare Companies? It’s the Data and Market, Stupid
Of late, tech companies have been quite interested in healthcare companies. Why are tech companies buying healthcare companies?Google Shut Down Data Centers Amid Explosion, Millions Impacted
Google shut down its data centers in Iowa on Aug. 8, which is the second time in the last few weeks that the company has shut down its facilities.Groupon Lays Off Employees as Losses Keep Widening
Groupon laid off about 15 percent of its workforce is the latest round of job cuts as it attempts another reorganization. What do Groupon layoffs mean for the company?Amazon Buys Roomba Maker iRobot for $1.7 Billion Amid Race to Collect Data
Roomba was one of the first companies with robotic vacuums on the market. Now, Amazon owns the company after purchasing its parent company iRobot.Investors May Want To Swipe Right on Both Match and Bumble
Online dating companies Match and Bumble compete for market share in a promising sector. How does their stock measure up?Zelle Is the Largest Peer-to-Peer Payment System in the U.S.
Zelle has rapidly grown to become the largest peer-to-peer payment system in the U.S. Who owns Zelle?The Search for a New Tinder CEO Is On
After less than a year as Tinder's CEO, Renate Nyborg is stepping down. The company will search for her replacement.Taiwan Is a Semiconductor Powerhouse and China Knows It
Taiwan is a powerhouse in the semiconductor industry, and it has the biggest chip firm in the world. Could that be why it's so important to ChinaWill Google Be Next to Do Massive Company Layoffs? Concerns Grow
What are the signs that a company will be doing layoffs? Those signs may be good to know as some wonder if Google will do layoffs next.The SkyQuad Drone Sounds Too Good to Be True — Is It a Scam?
The SkyQuad drone has created a lot of buzz with many positive and negative reviews on the internet. Is the SkyQuad drone a scam or legitimate?Understanding Internet Speeds Can Lower Your Utility Bill
We all pay for internet, whether it's for WiFi at home or data on our mobile devices. How do internet speeds work, exactly?Snap's Board Approves Stock Split, With One Condition
Snap's board approved a 2-for-1 stock split on one condition — share prices have to reach $40 within the next 10 years. The condition seems reasonable.For Twitter’s Business, Ad Industry and Elon Musk Stoke Downtrend
Twitter’s balance sheet looks weak amid the Elon Musk drama and digital ads slowdown. Is the social media company going out of business?Spotify Users Can Get a Free Starbucks Drink — Here's How
If you like kicking back with a Caramel Macchiato while listening to your favorite Spotify playlist, here’s how Spotify users can get a free Starbucks drink.
