Evernote is a great product. I know because I have been using it for years! In fact, Evernote told me once I was one of its earliest users. And for years it was free. In fact, it still is free.Over time, there have been several changes to the terms of service for free users like me. Their goal is to push users to Evernote Deluxe monthly subscription services…of which there are two levels. From what I read, Evernote is in some financial difficulty and needs more income.
Just last week, they announced two terms of service changes…one: free users like me can only use Evernote on two devices…and two: prices were raised on their monthly subscription fees. The tech media has made a big deal about this. For now, I just want to talk about the free service.
I use Evernote for one thing only these days: copying Web pages that I want to save for future reference. For everything else I want to save in a notebook, I use Microsoft’s OneNote. I can use other programs to clip Web pages, but I think Evernote does it far better than anyone else. I’ve created many categories in Evernote and can easily clip Web pages into the correct category. In fact, using the Evernote Web Page Clipper add-on that is installed in every browser, Evernote automatically assigns my page clips to the correct category about 95% of the time. I love that.
Now, I can hear you saying if I love it that much, I should pay for it. I could, but I already have several subscriptions that are more important, like Office 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud. There are no free options available for those and they are important to me. So I pick and choose my subscriptions carefully. Since my use of Evernote is not all that much, I choose to stick with the free version for now.
As I mentioned last time, I currently have Evernote on 6 devices. So now, I have to delete their software on 4 devices. I already know which two devices I will keep. But am I worried about accessing my Evernote files on the other 4? Not in the least. Here is why:
The tech media makes a big deal about the changes at Evernote and there are several stories floating around (including here) about alternative programs that can do the same thing…most of them free. But, having read these stories, none of them mention one important fact: If you are a registered Evernote user, you can access all your files on their Website! And that will not change. So those 4 devices I use that will shortly be without the Evernote app, can all access my files using a Web browser. So, as the headline says, don’t panic!
Using Windows 10, you can pin your Evernote Web Site to your Start Menu, so it is even easier to access (see how to do that in story #1 in the Computer Tips section). With other operating systems, you can bookmark the Evernote site for easy access.
I have a feeling that Evernote will limit Web access to paid users sometime in the near future. Then, I may have to move all my saved pages over to OneNote…or bite the bullet and pay for Evernote. I will worry about that when it comes to pass.
In other news, there is a serious piece of malware that has infected millions of Android phones around the world. If you have an Android phone, you need to check your phone to see if you are infected. And I mean, do it today! You can read how to do it in our first story in the Mobile Computing section.. You can also get more info on the malware in our first story in the Tech News section.
While Evernote users don’t have to panic, Android phone users need to panic! -JRC
Tech News and Opinions
This Android malware has infected 85 million devices and makes its creators $300,000 a month
A strain of of Android malware has infected 85 million victims across the globe, generating at least $300,000 every month for the gang behind it, thanks to millions of pop-up adverts and app downloads.
Opinion: Android is imploding, and there's nothing that can be done to stop it
In the space of a few short weeks we've seen Sony cease smartphone production in Brazil, Dell quit the Android tablet market, and LG show some of its execs the door after the "flagship G5 smartphone failed to generate sales.
National Geographic won't 'cheat' with digital photos
The magazine has published a piece both promising "honest" shots and explaining how it screens for Photoshop trickery.
Man arrested following several attacks on Google offices
A car was burned and shots were fired at a Google building in Mountain View, allegedly by a man who felt "Google was watching him and that made him upset," according to a police affidavit.
Opinion: Mossberg: The tyranny of messaging and notifications
These days, messages come at me from so many directions that it’s incredibly distracting and even harder to deal with. Can anything be done to help?
Amazon to offer speedy delivery service on some Prime Day deals - CNET
E-commerce giant will offer delivery of more than 500 items in an hour or less during its annual sales event to customers in metropolitan areas served by Prime Now.
Computer Tips and Tricks
How to pin web links to the Windows 10 Start Menu or Task Bar
The easiest way to access your most used web site links in Windows 10 is the new Start Menu and the Task Bar, treating them more or less like programs in and of themselves.
What's the best and worst browser for Windows 10?
Top browsers Chrome, Opera, Firefox, Edge, and Internet Explorer are pitted against each other to find out which is the best and worst browser for Windows 10.
Five free alternatives to Evernote
Evernote's latest rejigging of pricing and features has got a lot of users down. But fear not -- because there are a number of alternatives out there, and for the most part, they are totally free.
How to make Google Drive apps look and work more like Microsoft Office
Here are a few dials you can turn to get Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides to perform a little more closely to their Office counterparts.
Tab tamers: Essential Chrome extensions for cleaning up browser clutter
Working with too many tabs can slow down you and your PC. Manage your multitasking with these add-ons.
Mobile Computing
How to tell if your Android phone has the HummingBad malware
Security specialist Check Point says the software, called HummingBad, can take root in your phone, collecting your personal data and making it act like you've clicked on ads that you haven't
Verizon ups prices and data on monthly plans, introduces Carryover Data and more
Verizon has announced a number of new features and services for its customers starting on July 7.
4 ways to turn off annoying notifications on your Android phone or iPhone
Weed out the random calls, messages and alerts, and focus only on the ones that really matter to you.
Android’s Confusing “Do Not Disturb” Settings, Explained
When Google dramatically overhauled Android’s phone silencing with Do Not Disturb in Lollipop, then re-designed it again in Marshmallow, things got a little confusing.
Apple Pay: The ultimate guide
Apple Pay, which lives inside the Wallet app, keeps all your credit cards, debit cards, store cards, and loyalty cards safe and secure on your iPhone or iPad.
The 25 best iPhone tricks you didn't know existed
Here are 25 excellent iPhone keyboard tips, hidden shortcuts and fun iPhone tricks that you probably didn't know about - covering clever features in iOS 9, iOS 8 and earlier versions too.
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