What happens to your personal info after a data breach
Your most sensitive data is online. Sure, you don’t just post your banking details and medical records just anywhere, but hackers still find them — then sell them to anyone…
How to spot red flags for this latest Facebook Marketplace scam
We recently received this message from one of our readers, Mike D. of Conover, North Carolina, about some Facebook Marketplace scams he says he’s encountered and wants to let others…
Why some Facebook emails aren’t what they seem
Email scams have become increasingly sophisticated, making it even that much more important for you to stay vigilant and cautious when interacting with your inbox. CyberGuy Report newsletter subscriber Ken from…
Ask Kurt: Best ways to save money on gas
Today’s national average of $3.42 for gas is 14 cents more than a month ago. As you know, those numbers are always fluctuating. For that reason, I am always looking…
Is a folding iPhone on the way? Apple just granted new patent
Secrets are out of the bag from the Cupertino headquarters of Apple. The iPhone maker has just been granted a patent for what could turn out to be a folding…
Microsoft to adjust Bing AI chatbot after users report hostile exchanges
The Bing artificially intelligent chatbot can do a lot – including insult its users. In a Wednesday blog post, Microsoft said that the search engine tool was responding to certain…
How to stop Google from its creepy way of using you for facial recognition
Facial recognition has become quite a popular tool over the last few years. You might use it on your smart devices as a quick way to unlock your screen. While…
Here’s proof some airlines are not fans of AirTag trackers
Dorothy R emailed us about her experience with AirTags. Here’s what she had to say: “Kurt, I think I saw you on FOX N Friends when you suggested buying APPLE…
Here’s how to catch anyone spying on your text messages
Just about every connected device you have can be used to spy on you, and this isn’t limited to smart speakers and webcams. Here’s how to stop your TV from…
How to schedule a free personal session with Apple support
Where is help when you need it? Sure, I try my best to answer many questions that can help solve a tech mystery for you. Though sometimes our smartphones, tablets,…