Tech 101

There are easy and inexpensive fixes that can help disguise and organize the jumble of cords, and even hide them in your walls. 

Discover what's draining your iPhone battery and what you can do about it without significantly impacting the way you use your phone.

Knowing a few simple key combinations can save you time and effort using your Windows computer.

While you might have been using WhatsApp for years, there are ten hidden features that you should be using to save time and enhance your privacy.

There’s a simple way to send links directly between your own phone and computer browsers without resorting to emailing or texting yourself.

We compare the details of plans offered by the carriers, Apple, Samsung, and aftermarket providers to determine which plans provide the best coverage.

Hate those wires running from your cable box to your sleek big screen TV? We have a couple of easy solutions that will leave you cord free in no time.  

Want to forward a text message to someone else? Here are the simple steps to forward a text in Google Messages and phone manufacturer messaging apps.

There isn't a single switch to stop automatic updates for Windows 11, but I have found three easy ways to disable automatic updates in your settings.

Here's how to move text messages from an old to a new Android phone and ensure you can recover all of your texts even if your phone is lost or stolen.

It only takes a few clicks to add fonts to your Windows PC for use in all of your apps. Here are the steps for Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers.

Not sure if an email is real or spoofed? Here's how to access your email header information and which fields clearly show that an email is not what it is purporting to be.

Gmail and Outlook let you unsend an email, but you need make sure it's enabled. Find out how to set up unsend and learn about the feature's limitations.

Getting a great-sounding pair of in-ear headphones is in part about the fit. Here's how to get the most out of your pair.

You have to dig a little to find the option to forward texts on your iPhone. But once you know how, forwarding messages with links intact is easy.

It's easy to delete your Twitter account using your computer or the Twitter app on your phone. And you can save old tweets if you don't want to lose them.

Learn how to tweak your Facebook Privacy settings so you know who is and isn't seeing your updates, photos and more.

Tired of Instagram? Here are the simple steps to permanently delete your Instagram account and all of your data or temporarily deactivate your account.

There are tools built into Windows 10 that make it simple to print exactly what you see on your screen. Here’s how.

Here’s how to delete apps on your iPhone, whether they’re on your Home Screen or in your App Library.

With a little pre-planning, recording a call can be as easy as pressing a couple of buttons. We show you the easiest way to record calls on your iPhone.

Phone insurance and extended protection plans aren't cheap, but the investment can save you big down the line should your phone get lost, stolen or damaged.

Trying to get into your phone but don't remember your password, pin or lock pattern? There's only one way to get access to your device. Here are the steps.

Have you ever regretted an email immediately after you've sent it? Outlook lets you recall email. Here are the steps you need to take.

Set up your monitor the right with way with our easy step-by-step instructions and tips for getting the most out of using an external monitor.

Saving what you see on your computer (Windows, Mac or Chromebook) or smartphone (iOS or Android) device is simple if you know the right buttons to push.

By using a few simple tricks, you can quickly and easily whittle down your results to get exactly the information you're looking for.

Tired of printing, signing and then scanning documents? Here are the simple steps to signing PDF and Word documents on your phone and computer.

Want to see your gorgeous photos on the biggest screen in your house? No prob. It’s easy to share photos wirelessly from your iPhone or Android phone to your TV.

Follow these three steps to pair your JLab headphones with your Android phone, iPhone or laptop. Still having trouble? We’ve got tips on how to get it working.

Avoid manually entering events. It's easy to add iCal invites (.ics files) to your Google calendar if you follow these simple steps.

Turn your unwanted clothes, gadgets, electronics, shoes and more into the most cash with the right app for what you're selling.

If you’re using a registry or disk cleaner, you should stop now. You’re wasting your money and putting yourself at risk for catastrophic system problems. 

There are few ways to make a laptop faster that are as easy and cost-effective as replacing your existing hard drive with a solid state drive (SSD).

With a little pre-planning, recording a call can be as easy as pressing a button. We show you how to record calls on your Android phone, iPhone, landline and computer.

How to remove malware on your Android phone and, if you are not sure if you have a virus, how to identify whether your phone has been infected.

Find out what's draining your Android battery and what you can do about it.

Follow these three steps to pair your Mpow headphones with your Android phone, iPhone or laptop. Still having trouble? We’ve got tips on how to get it working.

Follow these three steps to pair your Skullcandy headphones or Bluetooth speaker with your Android phone, iPhone or laptop. We also tell you how to fix pairing problems.

Facebook Messenger's unsend feature lets you delete messages, but there are limitations. Here's what you need to know before you press unsend.

Get more out of your browser with these 9 extensions that make your time online easier, safer and more efficient.

Follow these simple 11 steps for the easiest (and best) way get your new iPhone XS, XS Max or XR up and running quickly and smoothly.

Gmail now lets you protect individual messages with a passcode, set an expiration date and prevent the recipient from forwarding or copying the contents.

Take these simple steps to protect your valuable personal information.

If you follow these simple steps, you should be safe from ransomware and most other cyber threats likely to come your way.

Fraudulent emails from friends, financial phishing and too-good-to-be-true offers: here's why we still fall for these scams and how to spot them.

Here's how to back up all your personal data and ensure you're not leaving anything behind for your phone's new owner.

Not everything that appears to be a great deal on Amazon is. Use these tips to save the most money when navigating the virtual aisles on Amazon.

A step-by-step guide to erasing your online presence on everything from social networking sites to email newsletters to background checking sites.