Consumer Tech Update

Elon Musk promised it would be the next big thing. Instead, its design and overhyped performance left it stuck between revolution and reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Still getting security codes via text? Hackers can steal them in seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Apple won’t even look at it, you might be past due for an upgrade. Here's why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zillow isn’t just for house hunting. It’s a window into your financial life. Here’s how to take control of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers are hijacking tragedies on GoFundMe, and your donations may be going to fraud. Think twice before you give. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The average American spends over $1,200 a year on subscriptions. Here’s how to cancel them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renting out your empty land for storage sounds like easy money, until the HOA, zoning laws, or a nosy neighbor comes knocking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toy Story 2 was nearly lost to a single keystroke, until a backup saved the day. Here’s why your files need a rescue plan, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new machine promises faster, cleaner, less painful ink, and it’s heading to a shop near you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers are using fake hotel messages to steal your details and wipe your bank account. Learn how to spot the signs and protect yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Teens spend one in five minutes driving distracted by their phones. The risk isn’t just real, it’s deadly. Here’s what parents must know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bringing home a new puppy? From calming music to treat-tossing pet cams, here are some smart tech tips to keep your dog happy, safe, and connected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From AI romances to DNA-based hiring, science fiction movies like Minority Report, Gattaca, and Her predicted today’s tech with surprising accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People are asking ChatGPT personal questions to learn more about themselves. The answers can be surprisingly accurate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new ransomware called Mamona hits fast, encrypts your files, then deletes itself. Here's how to protect yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Too early and you’ll overpay. Too late and you’ll scramble. Here’s the sweet spot for scoring cheap airfare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's how Apple fell behind and the $40 billion gamble it may need to make to survive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you tried swearing at it? It might solve all your problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a new phone scam that’s defrauded millions of Americans. Here’s how it works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get an email from her asking for Bitcoin? It’s all part of a new celeb scam.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices