Is your smart TV spying on you? FBI issues new warning
In rare instances, hackers can turn on your bedroom TV’s camera and microphone and silently watch you. The FBI offered these tips to stay safe.
5 days ago
Technology
Breaking up (with Facebook) is hard to do
After a long and often tumultuous relationship, I may have finally mustered the courage to do the once unthinkable: leave Facebook. I said may, right?
5 days ago
Amazon’s Alexa wants to help manage your prescription drugs
Customers will be able to request refills and set medication reminders.
1 week ago
Are you addicted to your phone? Ask yourself these two questions
How do we avoid the potential pitfalls while still reaping the benefits?
November 26, 2019
What it really means when the “someone’s typing” indicator shows up
Are they actively writing, or still deciding whether to hit send?
November 25, 2019
How the ‘smart home’ of the future will let older Americans stay in their houses
Today's tech gadgets may help us age in place
November 23, 2019
The payphone is making a comeback
They're free to use — and you can do a lot more than call your friends.
November 20, 2019
Video games bring family members’ personal history to life
Game designers refer to it as “gaminiscing.”
November 18, 2019
Facebook may be secretly using your iPhone’s camera as you scroll your feed
This could be a bug in iOS software.
November 12, 2019
10 apps everyone over 50 should have on their phone
Want to change your life for the better? There’s an app for that.
November 12, 2019
Technology could be the solution to caregiver shortage for seniors
The number of caregivers in the job market is not even remotely expected to keep pace with those needing care.
November 7, 2019
Can you spot the hidden phone in this photo?
For everyone who spends half the day looking for your phone.
November 2, 2019
Would you lend your face to a robot-maker if they paid you $130,000?
If you've got a “kind and friendly” face, we've got the perfect opportunity.
October 24, 2019
Password help: 5 strategies for remembering all your online passwords
Here are 5 strategies for managing all those pesky passwords
October 23, 2019
For fire safety, keep your bedroom door closed at night
Just one of many small tips that could save your life in a fire.
September 18, 2019
17 perfect products for people who live alone
When you live by yourself, sometimes you need a little extra assistance
September 17, 2019
Boomers quickly catching up in technology use
Are boomers less tech savvy than younger generations? Not by much, according to a new study.
September 13, 2019
Aging drivers need these car safety features
If your parents aren’t ready to hand over the keys, make sure they have these features.
September 11, 2019
Best Buy acquired the company behind the Jitterbug Flip Phone for $800 million — here’s why
Best Buy and GreatCall are banking on a slew of smart home products to keep older Americans connected and safe.
September 6, 2019
Boomers and Gen X have triple the buying power of younger generations
Retailers should take note.
August 26, 2019