Thursday, August 23, 2018

Verizon Strangles Firefighter Data During CA Wildfires

Tech News and Opinions

Verizon throttled fire department’s “unlimited” data during Calif. wildfire

Verizon Wireless' throttling of a fire department that uses its data services has been submitted as evidence in a lawsuit that seeks to reinstate federal net neutrality rules.

Microsoft to pull plug on new apps and app updates for Windows 8 and 8.1

Microsoft has announced a new timeline that may coax more people still running Windows 8 or 8.1 to upgrade to Windows 10.

Amazon Prime: 21 benefits every member gets

A full list of all the stuff that is (and isn't) included with your Prime subscription -- including new deals from Whole Foods.

Windows 10's next big feature release officially named build 1809

Microsoft's latest preview of the next version of Windows 10 confirms it will be labeled version 1809 and should be available to users in the next two months.

Windows 10 updates are about to get smaller and less painful

Starting with the "next major version of Windows 10 and Windows Server", Microsoft will change how it handle monthly quality updates.


Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Windows 10 alert: All versions get new Intel patches for Spectre, Foreshadow bugs

Microsoft releases Intel's microcode updates, including one to address the recently revealed Foreshadow flaw.

How to Use Gmail Confidential Mode and Add an Expiration Date to Your Emails

If you want to make sure your emails disappear from a recipient’s inbox after a certain period of time for the sake of security the new Gmail confidential mode feature has you covered.

How to Change Startup Programs in Windows

Fortunately, you have control over which Windows startup programs you allow to run. Keep in mind you can always start a program manually if you need it.

Here’s What You Should Use Instead of CCleaner

CCleaner just became worse. The popular system-cleaning tool now always runs in the background, nagging you and reporting anonymous data back to the company’s servers. We don’t recommend you upgrade to CCleaner 5.45. Here’s what you should use instead

5 ways to manage emails and control spam in Outlook

Spam lives on, despite all our efforts to snuff it out—but Outlook has some features to help slow it down. Here are some things anyone can do.


Mobile Computing

Sprint is launching a $25 unlimited plan on August 24

Here we are again, with Sprint announcing that it will launch the Sprint Kickstart unlimited plan on Friday, August 24.

The Best Family Calendar Apps & Scheduling Apps For Busy Families

Stay on top of all your appointments, recitals, and play dates with these excellent options.

How to Photograph Interiors with Your Phone

A short list of easy tips to up your photos game: Two pro photographers recommend 5 easy ways to clean up your interior photos and make them look professional.

Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program: The ultimate guide to everything you need to know

Whether you're considering signing up for the Apple Upgrade Program for the first time, or upgrading your iPhone using your Upgrade Program rights, this guide has the answers. If you're doing this for the first time, be sure to read the tips at the end of the article. It could save you a long, repeat trip.

Microsoft is Killing Sway on iOS

Microsoft quietly revealed this week that it is “retiring” its Sway app on iOS and is directing users to the web app version instead. Does this indicate that Sway is on its way out?

Google Fit gets all-white redesign, new activity rings

Google Fit will now educate users on the US government's activity guidelines.

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