Back in the day, there were only two ways to listen to recorded music. You could tune your radio to a local station and hear whatever song happened to be playing, or you could go down to the record store…
Internet service in the United States is a mess. According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), nearly 24% of Americans can’t connect to the Internet at broadband speed (25 megabits per second or better). And we’re paying through the nose…
When Amazon introduced its Kindle e-reader in 2007, I didn’t see the point. Why spend hundreds on a reading gadget when so many books cost a dollar or less at used bookstores and garage sales and are free at the…
Looking for a more reliable way to reduce your cell phone bill? It could be time for you to switch wireless carriers. Fortunately, cheap cell phone plans abound. Prepaid plans generally cost less than monthly plans, especially if your usage…
As Wi-Fi infrastructure improves worldwide, it’s becoming easier to maintain mobile Internet connection using Wi-Fi hot spots. But data plans aren’t cheap, and it can be difficult to find the right plan to suit your Internet needs. Fortunately, you have…
Imagine coming home from a night out only to find smashed windows. As you survey the damage, you realize your laptop and brand-new smart TV are missing. A closer inspection reveals everything of value is gone, including your late grandparents’…
Is it time to replace your old electronic device, such as an old computer, cellphone, gaming console, or TV? Rather than tossing it or letting it collect dust in storage, donate it to a worthy cause. Whether or not it’s…
On a recent decluttering spree, I found three old cellphones, two tablets, and several power cords for laptops I no longer own. Since you can’t just toss electronics or even some power cords in the trash, I tend to chuck…
According to a 2019 report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), about 66% of American adults have at least one credit card. And that figure doesn’t account for bank-issued debit cards and prepaid debit cards, which leverage the same payment…
You scroll through your e-mail inbox in disgust. Once again, it’s full of spam. Lately, it seems, you’re getting so many of these fake e-mail messages that you can barely find the few real ones. Unwanted commercial email, messages, and robocalls – better…
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