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Apple's plan to fight child porn, stop scam texts, be a Netflix star Aug 13, 2021

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Apple says it is going to start scanning photos for child porn. Is this a privacy violation or a much-needed change? Plus, scam texts are on the rise. We've got tips on what to watch for. And if you want to be a reality star, time to submit a casting call to Netflix.

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X-rated email scam, FBI's secret spy phones, tech life hacks Aug 06, 2021

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The FBI busted criminals using a secret app to communicate their nefarious deeds. The biggest surprise here is how they did it. X-rated emails are one of scammers' favorite ways to get your info. Plus, the team dives into tech productivity hacks to make life easier.

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Fake Windows 11 installers, update your iPhone, Alexa's new persona Jul 30, 2021

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Windows 11 is coming, but it's not here yet. Before you go Googling for the installer, a warning about dangerous malware. Plus, a new update for iPhones and iPads goes well beyond cool new features; it fixes a serious vulnerability. In the tech tip, a simple way to change your Echo's wake word and voice.

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Bezos in space, crypto scam warning, clear duplicate contacts Jul 23, 2021

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Jeff Bezos went to space and back and had a, well, unusual way of thanking all of us for it. Security cameras are watching at just about every store; some are smarter than others. In the tech tip, Ben has details on how to find and clean up all your duplicate Google contacts.

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Twitter's big mistake, Ring encryption, finding your lost phone Jul 16, 2021

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Twitter's blue checkmark verifications are back. You won't believe how the social media company screwed it up. Plus, a vital security measure finally makes its way to Ring cameras, and Allie has a quick and easy way to find your lost phone.

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Nosy smart assistants, old scam is back, using email aliases Jul 09, 2021

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It seems, yes, Google's smart assistant is always listening. What can you do about it? Plus, a tricky scam is back with a new name, and find out how email aliases can clean up your inbox and protect your privacy.

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Facebook caps $1 trillion, Peloton for kids and Starlink's internet for the masses Jul 02, 2021

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Facebook is now worth $1 trillion. Kim dives in what you could get for all that cash. Plus, Starlink's progress in bringing high-speed internet to the masses and the inside scoop on Windows 11. In the tech tip, Ben explains how to see what's eating up all the space on your phone — and what to delete.

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Smartphone warning, car rental scams, new private search engine Jun 25, 2021

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It's time to upgrade your phone. Issues are plaguing iPhone and Android models. Plus, a new privacy-focused search engine just launched to take on Google and DuckDuckGo. Should you use it?

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Influencers shilling crypto, update your iPhone, medical data breach Jun 18, 2021

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Cryptocurrency is going mainstream, and influencers like Kim Kardashian are cashing in. Apple just released an urgent update for older iPhones and iPads, and a new medical data breach could give cybercriminals even more fuel to come after you.

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FBI app crackdown, X-rated emails, tech productivity hacks Jun 11, 2021

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The FBI busted criminals using a super-secret app to communicate all their comings and goings. Kim has the scoop on how they did it. Scammers are sending X-rated emails to scare people into paying up, and the team dives into tech productivity hacks to make life easier.

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