Technology

Many people are unhappy with Facebook right now. Late last week it was confirmed that Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has the ability to delete Messenger communications from other peoples’ inboxes, and now the social network is going to give all users that option. In a statement, Facebook said, “We have discussed this feature several times. […]

The BBB is warning people about scammers that can steal your phone number and phone service. Here’s how the scam works: The thief finds out as much personal information as possible about you. Then, they contact your phone provider pretending to be you. The thieves say your phone was stolen and ask for your phone […]

Facebook recently released its Messenger Kids app, but experts say it’s no good for kids. According to Yahoo News, Over 100 advocates, including Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood, ACLU of Massachusetts and Centre for Child Honouring have signed a letter, addressed to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, that says the app will “undermine children’s healthy development.” […]

This is nice.  According to Newser,  It’s called ‘TBH’– which is short for “to be honest”– and it shot up to number one on the free app list in Apple’s App Store upon its release. It works by letting users send anonymous compliments to their friends and contacts, and it only allows positive messages. The […]

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Facebook has added free video calling to its Messenger app.  Users can access simply by tapping the video camera icon to start a call. Once a call begins, you can switch back-and-forth from the front-facing and rear cameras or turn the camera off altogeter. The feature, which works on both LTE and Wi-Fi, will compete […]

Quick, emoji lovers, go update Instagram! The newest update to the photo-sharing app now allows users to include emoji in their hashtags. The update also includes three new filters called “Lark,” “Reyes,” and “Juno.” Instagram described the new filters this way in a blog entry, “Lark desaturates reds while punching up blues and greens to […]

Okay, some of you long time tech users will think: Who doesn’t know the difference?  The answer is far too many, but some are too embarrassed to ask.  I keep running into people who always keep the bluetooth setting on and don’t know if they should turn it off.  That’s why I’m passing this along to you.  It’s a […]

Google launching a child friendly version of YouTube that will bring a safe content experience for young mobile viewers.  Click here for detail about YouTube Kids App.

What kind of smartphone do you carry? Android? An iPhone?  Well, a new study reveals that there’s a link between a person’s smartphone choice and their education level. According to The Daily Mail, The advertising group Chitika discovered that states with the most iPhone users also had the highest percentage of college graduates. Alaska, Montana […]

According to Dr. Sanjay Gupda, using your cell phone improperly could cause difficulty breathing. CNN.com has the story.  More:

Are you shopping for a Tech-Lover or making plans to put all those gift cards you’ll receive to good use?  Then we’ve got you covered.  Check out our favorite Tech-Reviewer, Marques Brownlee aka MKBHD as he gives the rundown on the top 5 Wearable Tech for 2014/2015.  Click here for Best Wearable Tech.