‘StrandHogg’ sounds like something out of Quake II, but it’s actually the name of a new Android vulnerability that allows malware apps to masquerade as legitimate apps, ask for permissions, and then perform all kinds of actions you probably wouldn’t…
Lees meerIn preparation for today, Giving Tuesday, I recently started a fundraiser on social media for one of my favorite non-profit organizations. A friend who donated mentioned that they were including the gift as part of her family’s “Gift-Giving Countdow…
Lees meerIf you have more than one credit card, you’ve probably gotten offers to transfer a balance to one of your other cards—probably the one that gets used less than the others. Not wanting to be left out, that card sends you an offer of zero interest for…
Lees meerIf you’ve missed out on any good Cyber Monday deals, don’t worry. Some of the best offers are still active through Tuesday—this includes several deals by airlines, during what’s referred to as “Travel Tuesday.”Read more...
Lees meerApple posted its roundup of the best iOS and iPadOS apps and games for 2019, which gives us a look into the trends that drove the year’s best apps. It’s a good read if you have the time, as it reveals some surprising figures—Mario Kart Tour was the …
Lees meerIt’s Giving Tuesday! That day we all celebrate charity, rather than this weekend’s shopping gluttony, by donating money to groups and organizations that align with our worldviews. It’s also a day where you can make your money go further than usual, …
Lees meerIn the days before the internet, our options for reading reviews of a restaurant, product or business were pretty limited. But now, with a few clicks or taps on our phone, we can know exactly what thousands of people think about that new bagel shop.…
Lees meerYes, it’s a terrible phrase, but a “USB Condom” is a great little gadget you can buy to prevent an unknown attacker from doing something they shouldn’t when you’re charging your device. In other words, a USB “data blocker,” if you prefer that phrase…
Lees meerBack in November, JetBlue announced its latest new airfare class for those looking to save a little cash while booking flights: Basic Blue—or in other words, basic economy seating. For those who don’t know, basic economy seating is the nosebleed sec…
Lees meerOver the past few years, states have been considering or even passing bills designed to outlaw abortion. A recent one, in Ohio, includes a provision that seems to require doctors to “reimplant” an ectopic pregnancy, a procedure that does not exist i…
Lees meerWe saw a lot of incredible deals during Cyber Monday, and while a lot of them have fallen off, these ten are still available for purchase..Read more...
Lees meerIf you’ve been dreaming about moving your Facebook photos and videos to another service, you may want to wait a bit longer. Facebook is about to make this process a lot easier than today’s technique: downloading all your data, sorting through your m…
Lees meerIt’s the Monday after Thanksgiving, which means you’re probably sick of leftovers—but not quite ready to go back to normal food yet. The solution, my friends, is nachos.Read more...
Lees meerIt’s around this time of year that little kids learn how to trace their own hand and turn that tracing into a picture of a turkey. But now that Thanksgiving is over, if they’re still tracing those fingers, there’s another (arguably cooler) way to tu…
Lees meerSeveral streaming services are offering short-terms deals to close out the Black Friday-to-Cyber Monday shopping blitz. There are no special Netflix offers this year, but several of its competitors have some excellent Cyber Monday promotions—includi…
Lees meerIf you’ve ever rented a car, you’ll know to expect an itemized bill with various fees that you don’t ever remember opting into. These might include charges for insurance policy coverage, toll fees, the use of a GPS, state or local government taxes, …
Lees meerWe’re tackling tough friendship scenarios this week on The Upgrade with psychologist Miriam Kirmayer, who explains why it’s so hard to navigate the norms of friendship and how to peacefully end those connections that are no longer working. Beyond re…
Lees meerI woke up at 5:15 this morning to do my Cyber Monday shopping. Within an hour I had purchased everything on my holiday gift list while coming in $37.36 under budget.Read more...
Lees meerEven the most motivated people run out of steam sometimes. Maybe you’re exhausted or feel as though your creativity has been depleted, but for whatever reason, you can’t get your act together. Here are a few strategies for recharging your motivation…
Lees meerSanta may be pushing 1,750 years old, but he can still learn a new trick or two. This December, in addition to visiting every local mall on the planet, he’s also going to stay in touch with kids (and adults) via text message.Read more...
Lees meerNo matter how attached you are to your car, there will probably come a time when you’ll need to sell it. Maybe you need an upgrade, or your old reliable ride isn’t so reliable anymore. At that point, you’re going to need to know how much your old ca…
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