Consumer Tech Update

Can't even open a website without the wheel of death? Here's the reason. It's not what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe a little tough love is what your chatbot needs to shape up. Here’s why being a little mean to ChatGPT or your other fave chatbot might actually help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think there’s nothing to do? Open your phone. Hidden in a few apps are the best local events, new friends, and plans you’ll actually want to keep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gold’s soaring toward $5,000 an ounce while crypto takes another hit. Here's what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't know where to start with chatbots? There are now free online classes to ease your way in. Try these and let me know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here comes the dirty talk. This December, expect to have sexier convos with your favorite chatbot. Cool or not? Here's my take in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop wrestling with your thumbs to move that tiny cursor. There’s a hidden trick on your phone that lets you glide right to the mistake and fix it in seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The $7,500 federal credit is gone, but automakers are slashing prices to move cars. I explain why this could be your moment to score a deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don’t waste time hunting for coupon codes. Let your browser (or AI) do it for you and score deals you didn’t even know existed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI’s a fun travel buddy until it books you into a hotel that doesn’t exist. Here’s why you should double-check before you trust it with your getaway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tell it your destination and plans, and it’ll make a smart list for you. Stress level: zero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Federal investigators are looking into crashes, fires, and injuries linked to Tesla’s self-driving feature. Experts say it’s another reminder not to trust it with your safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tired of nonstop buzzes and pings? Use your phone’s built-in Focus tools to silence the noise, block distractions, and finally get a little peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dig through your drawers. Old BlackBerrys, Nokias, and even cassette answering machines are now collectibles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sick of playing tech support for Mom and Dad? There’s a simple way to help them with their computer without explaining every click. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Open enrollment kicks off next week, and so do the fake calls. If someone asks for your Social Security or bank info, hang up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hidden treasures are all around you. You just haven’t noticed them yet. This global game makes finding them addicting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember this date. It’s the day AI finally made fake videos indistinguishable from real life. OpenAI's Sora 2 changes everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hackers love an unlocked computer. Here’s the Bluetooth-powered way to make your PC or Mac protect itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Police say an Uber driver and ChatGPT left the key evidence. How tech exposed a modern-day firestarter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices