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A Vape Pen Designed to Help You Quit Smoking
Vape pens are being scrutinized for their unknown, serious side effects. But new technology could use e-cigarettes for the power of good – to help smokers quit smoking. This week, the state of Massachusetts initiated a 4-month ban on all
September 24, 2019
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Amazon Delivers Real Christmas Trees, Boxed and Carried To Your Door
Still in need of a real Christmas tree ahead of Santa’s arrival? Amazon now delivers 6-foot trees directly to your door, making holiday decorating as easy as opening an Amazon box – though assembly is required. News You Can
December 4, 2018
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Take 3: New Parenting Apps for Those with Toddlers, Teens and In Betweens
3 new parenting apps you will want to make room for on your home screen: A better way to hire a better babysitter; A savvier way to monitor kids’ online activity; and a new way to digitize kids’ artwork. Bark is
October 27, 2018
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Are you on your phone too much? New iPhone feature can tell you and monitors screen time for adults
Apple’s newest tool not only monitors the time you spend staring at your devices but also gives you an easy way to start detoxing. Not to fear though, fellow screen addicts, more time with your device is just a click
September 20, 2018
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How To Take Control Of Your Privacy On Facebook Without Deleting Your Profile
Not ready to join actor Will Ferrell, Tesla CEO Elon Musk and others in the movement to delete Facebook? Learn some ways to safeguard your privacy on Facebook without deleting your account. As the (confusing) story of Cambridge Analytica’s data harvesting scandal
April 3, 2018
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Apple’s HomePod Tops In Sound, Short in Matching Alexa’s and Google’s Smarts
Apple’s debut smart speaker – dubbed the HomePod – unwraps Friday. Even for music lovers, this isn’t the Apple product for everyone. Front page news: Tomorrow, Apple throws its name in the smart speaker game, unveiling its rival product to the
February 8, 2018
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Warby Parker Vision App Tests Eyesight, Cuts Need for a Doctor’s Visit for Glasses
With Warby Parker’s new Prescription Check app, you can check your eyesight within an app to get an eyeglass prescription in 24 hours. Eliminate entirely the need to visit a doctor’s office for your next pair of specs. Tech is
September 28, 2017
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Is Your Privacy at Risk with the Facial Recognition Features in the New iPhone X?
Apple sees its future in your face. The new iPhone X release features facial recognition technology that takes your selfies to a new level. The future of tech is banking on your face. What’s the catch? Your privacy, of course.
September 13, 2017
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Tech Graduation Gifts that Don’t Skimp on Style
From Snapchat sunglasses to a phone-charging suitcase, graduation gift ideas that are sure to please your tech-loving grad and send her out into the world on trend. Gift Ideas for Tech-loving Graduates There’s no better way to congratulate your grad
May 20, 2017
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From Cars to Smart TVs, Common Tech Devices Spying on You
News of Bose Headphones sharing private user information drove me into stealth mode to discover other tech devices exposing you to vulnerabilities. Be careful what you say in front of your TV! You pay a fortune for high quality headphones,
April 27, 2017
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