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The troubling truth about our country's recycling programs
Imagine diligently separating your recyclables, placing them into the green bin as instructed, and then discovering it’s all for naught. That’s the frustrating reality a Redditor faced, sparking a conversation on r/Apartmentliving about the disheartening state of recycling in their complex. The green dumpster was just a facade, and the company didn’t even offer residential recycling. It begs the question: …
Read More »Tidy up your tech: Spring-cleaning tips for safeguarding your data
It happens without warning.Suddenly, access to your personal data gets interrupted by a simple hardware failure, nasty virus, cyberattack, software glitch, accidental deletion or human mistake. It’s clearer than ever that our personal data is vulnerable. As an advocate for privacy and security, and the editor behind the popular CyberGuy Report, which you can subscribe to for free at CyberGuy.com/newsletter, …
Read More »The secret meaning of your iPhone clock’s 4 different colors
While casually scrolling on your iPhone, you may have noticed different colors behind the clock in the top left corner. These colors are not random, and you should know what they mean. You might see a blue, green, red or purple color as a bubble behind your clock at the top left corner status bar if you own an iPhone …
Read More »Change this Apple Music setting ASAP to protect your privacy
In the age of oversharing, there’s something to be said for keeping a slice of your digital life to yourself, especially when it comes to your music. Whether you’re headbanging to heavy metal or crooning to country, your Apple Music experience is yours alone. Apple Music app (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) Securing your Apple Music sessions So, let’s talk about a …
Read More »Fix autocorrect if it’s driving you ducking crazy
Frustrated with how often autocorrect is auto-wrong? Even with new AI features included in many platforms’ latest updates, autocorrect remains annoying. Let’s fix that for iOS and Android. Join over 500,000 people who get tech smart with my free newsletter. It’s easy to sign up and one click to cancel if you don’t like it. If this saves you a …
Read More »How to hide apps on your iPhone to keep them secret
As you know by reading our articles, we emphasize privacy a lot. We believe it is very important, so sometimes, that means keeping certain apps away from curious eyes. Hiding apps on your iPhone is straightforward, whether you’re aiming to declutter your iPhone’s home screen or ensure your privacy. Let’s walk through the steps together. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE …
Read More »Former Patriot defends Bill Belichick after portrayal in new doc: 'Greatest coach I've ever been around'
Stephon Gilmore is the latest former New England Patriot to speak out against Apple TV’s documentary about the organization’s Super Bowl run. Fittingly called “The Dynasty,” the documentary explores the rise of the Patriots, who won six Super Bowls in a 20-year span behind Tom Brady and Bill Belichick. It gives a behind-the-scenes look at the hard-nosed Belichick, painting him …
Read More »How to print your Reminders app lists on your iPhone to take wherever you go
While you can do pretty much everything on your iPhone, it is nice to be able to translate some of the functionality offline. If you want to have a good old-fashioned list instead of squinting at your phone screen, the good news is that you can print out your lists from your Reminders app. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY …
Read More »How to create custom Gmail signature
Are your emails lacking that professional touch? If the answer is yes, we’re here to help. By adding a Gmail signature, you can elevate your email game and make a lasting impression. Whether you’re a business professional, freelancer or just want to spruce up your personal emails, follow these simple steps to create a polished Gmail signature. If you have …
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