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You Should Upgrade to iPhone 12, Here's Why
With 5G, a tougher screen, vastly improved cameras, and more, it's not a question of if you should upgrade, but to which iPhone 12 model. Here's how to decide.

Yale Smart Delivery Boxes Thwart Package Theft
Yale’s Smart Delivery Boxes automatically locks after a delivery is placed inside, providing an easy way to prevent theft, but do they really work?

You're Not Crazy, Your iPhone Battery Is Dying Faster
If you upgraded to iOS 14, you may have noticed that your iPhone is now running out of battery quickly. It's not your imagination. Here's the fix.

Comcast's xFi Pods Get a Huge Performance Boost
Today, Comcast introduced its second-generation xFi Pods, which promise significantly better throughput and range than its first generation product.

New Google Pixel 5: Affordable 5G and Flagship Features
Google’s new Pixel 5 phone delivers innovative new software and high-end hardware at a mid-range price.

Amazon Makes Alexa Smarter and Upgrades Echo Devices
Amazon's updated Echo smart speakers and displays and improved Alexa offer big improvements on the tech you need to run your smart home.

Ring's Always Home Cam is a Home Security Drone
The Ring Always Home Cam is not just another security camera; it’s a camera drone that patrols the house while you’re out and livestreams as it flies.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Delivers Premium Features for Less
Samsung's Galaxy S20 FE combines all the key features of its flagship phones, including 5G connectivity, at a price that’s $300 less than the regular Galaxy S20.

Jamf Now Brings Enterprise-Level Mobile Device Management to Small Business
Jamf Now is the easy, low-cost way to keep all of your company's Apple devices up to date with the latest software and apps—no IT department required.

7 New Features to Try in iOS 14
Apple's latest iOS comes packed with new conveniences, like extra privacy protections, lots of new ways to customize your Home Screen, and quite a bit more.

Apple Makes Its Watches More Affordable and Accessible
Apple upgrades health tracking and makes its smartwatches more accessible with the affordable Watch SE and Family Setup for managing kids' and parents' Watches.

Black+Decker Spillbuster Hand Vac is an All-in-One Stain Stopper
Black+Decker's Spillbuster Cordless Spill + Spot Cleaner portable wet-dry vac specializes in making short work of cleaning up gloppy, stain-producing messes.

InvisibleShield Screen Protectors Kill Coronavirus
Zagg's InvisibleShield Elite Glass screen protectors have been proven to kill human Coronavirus in third party testing.

Fitbit Versa 3: An Affordable Feature-Rich Smartwatch
The new Fitbit Versa 3 smartwatch gets some key feature upgrades and only a modest bump in price.

Samsung Slashes Smartphone and TV Prices on Amazon
With prices up to 50% off, it's a great time to upgrade to the newest Samsung Galaxy smartphone or spruce up your home theater with a QLED 4K TV.

Up to 50% Off Amazon Devices: Alexa Speakers, Fire Tablets & More
Thinking about buying an Amazon Alexa device? Now is the time with Alexa speakers, Fire tablets, Fire TV streaming devices, and more on sale now.

What You Need to Know About Samsung’s Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra
Samsung's next-generation of Note phones received boosts in processing power, display size and quality, and camera quality. Find out if the upgrades are enough to make the switch.

Google's Pixel 4a Has High-End Android Features at a Budget Price
While the Pixel 4a isn't the only smartphone with a moderate $349 price tag, it has impressive features you usually can't get without paying a lot more.

280,000 Instacart Users' Data for Sale on the Dark Web
Here's how to tell if your Instant cart account has been compromised and how to protect yourself from future breaches.

How to Claim Your $25 from the iPhone Batterygate Settlement
Do you own — or did you own — an iPhone 6, 6s, or 7? If so, you can claim a $25 payment from the iPhone throttling settlement. Here's how.

Never Mispronounce a Name Again with LinkedIn's Pronunciation Tool
A quick check of a person's LinkedIn profile pronunciation guide can solve the mystery of how to say their name.

Samsung Giving Away Outdoor 'Terrace' 4K TV & Half-Remote, Half-Spatula
Samsung is giving away one its new 55-inch Terrace outdoor TVs, a half-remote, half-spatula combo (they call it a Remotula), and a grill for more summertime fun.

MyHeritage Turns Old Black & White Photos into Stunning Color Images
MyHeritage's automatic photo enhancing and colorization tools turn your fuzzy old black-and-white photos into crisp color images with just a couple of clicks.

Huge Changes Coming to iPhone, iPad and Mac Apps
A multitude of improvements are coming to Apple devices this fall, including huge updates to primary apps as well as how you access your apps and information your home screen.

Facebook Lets You Block Political Ads
You may not be able to stop your friends from arguing about politics, but you can at least get rid of political ads on Facebook and Instagram.

Support.com’s 24/7 Expert Tech Advice is now 15% off for Techlicious Readers
Support.com’s TechSolutions gives you 24/7 access to experienced, U.S.-based Tech Pros to set up new gadgets, secure video calls or even offer advice on your next purchase.

3 Reasons Why You Should Switch to the Microsoft Edge Browser
The newly updated Edge browser delivers the convenience of the Chrome browser with enhanced security, organization tools and readability. It's time to give Edge a try.

Bulk Delete Facebook Posts with This New Privacy Tool
With the new Manage Activity feature, you can easily filter you old Facebook posts and delete or achive them to pull your private information out of the public eye.

Fakespot Rates Amazon Third-Party Sellers
A new free service by Fakespot warns you if you're about to buy a product from a poorly-rated third-party Amazon seller and suggests a more reputable alternative.

Does Rockport’s Total Motion Technology Offer More Comfort?
I gave Rockport's Total Motion sneakers a try to see if they are really more comfortable than my favorite street shoes from Puma and Adidas. Here's the verdict.

New Medical ID Sharing Lets Your iPhone Send Health Data to Emergency Services
A new feature in iOS 13.5 lets your phone send key medical data to emergency services when you call 911 — it could help save your life.

Samsung Now Selling Outdoor 'Terrace' 4K TVs and Soundbar
Sheltering-in-place does not necessarily mean sheltering indoors. Samsung's new Terrace outdoor TVs and soundbar are IP55 water- and dust resistant.

Amazon's New Fire Tablets Deliver Great Value for Under $100
Amazon's new tablets have a sleeker look with narrower bezels and longer battery life. They're some of the best tablet deals on the market.

Child Porn Sextortion Scammers Pretending to be Microsoft Tech Support
Beware a new twist on an old scam – emails claim you were caught watching child porn and your Windows license is suspended until you call Microsoft Support.

Apple Watch on Sale Now for $100 Off
Apple Watch rarely goes on sale, but you will find select Apple Watch 5 models for $100 off at Walmart right now.

Google Brings Back Old Google Doodle Games to Keep Us Entertained
Google Doodles, the art at the top of the Google Search page, are a surprising free source of oddball casual games and activities that are fun for kids and adults.

15 Fun Google Search Easter Eggs
Google search is packed with hidden games and jokes. Here are 15 of our favorite Google Easter Eggs you just have to try out for yourself.

New iPhone Text Bomb Can Crash Your Phone Without Warning
Text bombs, innocent-looking messages that contain hidden characters that crash your phone, are back and hitting iPhones. Here's how to fix your phone when it crashes.

Fake Recruiters Using COVID-19 Crisis to Perpetrate Email Scams
Email recruiting scams have been circulating for years. Now, in a new twist, the scammers are playing off the COVID-19 crisis to approach potential victims.

How to Group Tabs in Chrome
Chrome's new Tab Groups feature lets you label and color-code open tabs to help you stay organized and save time. Here's how to turn on and use Tab Groups.

Is the Porn Blackmail Scam Real?
Hackers are threatening to send a video of you watching porn to everyone in your contact lists if you don’t pay a ransom. Should you pay up?

NordVPN Doubles Speeds with New WireGuard-Based VPN Protocol
NordVPN's new NordLynx VPN protocol provides service that's up to twice as fast while maintaining the industry gold standard of "no-logs" service.

Apple Unveils a New $399 iPhone SE
The words "cheap" and "iPhone" rarely appear in the same sentence, but that's the best way to describe its new Apple SE, which is essentially a souped-up iPhone 8.

Sign in with Apple Has Started Its Major Rollout
"Sign in with Apple" is a simple and secure way to access apps and services using your Apple ID instead of creating a new username and password, but it may not be right for you.

First Look: OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro
The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro 5G phones match many of Samsung’s new Galaxy S20 line of phones in specs but cost hundreds less. But, do they offer enough value?

Fleeceware Subscription Scams Can Cost You a Bundle
Fleeceware apps trick you into expensive subscriptions that can cost you a bundle — but with these tips, you can avoid these App Store and Google Play scams.

Comcast Xfinity Chills COVID-19 Cabin Fever with Free Premium Channel Previews
For the next 30 days, Comcast is offering a treasure trove of premium on-demand content for free and with no strings attached for millions of its Xfinity customers.

Coronavirus Robocall Phone Scams on the Rise
Scammers are calling people to offer testing for coronavirus, protective gear, and health insurance. Don't be fooled. Here's how to avoid these scams.

The Best Streaming Service Deals
Need something to watch while you're quarantined at home to avoid the coronavirus? These are the best deals on streaming services available now.

The Best Coronavirus Maps & Trackers
These interactive trackers let you see the impact of Coronavirus locally and around the world, with constantly updated data from the front lines of the pandemic.

Interactive Coronavirus Map Makes It Easy to Find Local News Stories
This interactive map lets you easily find Coronavirus stories based on location and type of information -- new cases, quarantines, travel restrictions and more.

Four Stylish New Over-the-counter Hearing Aids
You won't look like you're wearing a hearing aid with these new stylish OTC models that are either invisible or look like regular headphones.

Techlicious Top Picks of Toy Fair 2020
At the 2020 New York Toy Fair, we found 10 incredibly innovative playthings that S.T.E.A.M up young brains with concepts in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.

Google Cracks Down on Unnecessary Location Sharing
Keeping your private data private is a challenge, but soon Android will offer new tools to lock down access to your location and other sensitive data.

First Look: Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra
Samsung's Galaxy S20 line of phones l take a big leap forward in image quality and all have 5G, but is it enough to make you want to upgrade?

FTC Warns Against Coronavirus Scams
Don't fall for these scams! We tell you what to look for and how to avoid becoming a victim of these new Coronavirus scams.

Launch Your Real Estate Investment Plan With Mashvisor’s Data Analysis Tools
Mashvisor analyzes nationwide real estate data to let you easily find investment properties and optimize their rental performance.

These Outlet Covers and Switches Double as Night Lights
SnapPower’s outlet covers and switches have an LED night light built-in that automatically turns on when it gets dark.

Roku Smart Soundbar Now Works with Wireless Surround Speakers
Turn your Roku Smart Soundbar into a surround sound system with Roku Wireless Surround speakers and sub.

How to Stop Sharing Your Browsing Activity with Facebook
Facebook finally lets you control how much third-party data shows up on your profile with new Off-Facebook Activity privacy tools.

How to Protect Yourself Against SIM Swap Fraud
SIM swapping is a dangerous scam that can compromise all of your digital accounts — and it's all too easy for scammers to pull off. Here's how to protect yourself.

NSA Warns to Patch Your Window 10 System Now to Keep Hackers Out
An exploit discovered by the NSA could make it simple for hackers take over your computer and steal your data — so patch your Windows 10 system now!

Amazon Expands Alexa Capabilities in Cars and More at CES
You'll soon be able to stream your Fire TV content to your car, fill your home with Ring smart lights, and fill your life with new Alexa products.

NightWatch Monitor Promises Safer Sleep for Epileptics
This smart monitoring device offers peace of mind with instant notifications if your family members have dangerous epileptic seizures in their sleep.

New Bluetooth LE Audio Standard Turns Your Wireless Music up to 11
Soon, your Bluetooth devices will let you easily listen to plays, muted televisions, specific language soundtracks at the movies, and share your music with others.

Oral-B Promises Cleaner Teeth with Less Work
Oral-B's latest smart toothbrush uses AI to give you the best possible clean every time you brush.

Temporary Tattoos Go High Tech with Prinker
It's never been simpler to experiment with tattoos. The Prinker tattoo printer can apply custom art to your skin in just seconds.

Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2020 Awards
Every year at CES, we see a dizzying array of new products. Our team of tech industry veterans selected just 15 our Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2020 Award.

Gillette’s Newest Razor Heats Up CES
This high-tech razor heats up to give you the experience of a hot towel shave with the touch of a button.

New TiVo Stream 4K Organizes Streaming Shows, Not Streaming Apps
TiVo is changing the streaming game by focusing on what you want to watch rather than where you want to watch it.

Comcast Xfinity Routers Will Soon Support Speedy Wi-Fi 6
Your home internet connection could soon be a little faster as Comcast starts to roll out its new xFi Advanced Gateway.

New LG TVs Let You Shop for Anything You See On Screen
LG's 2020 TV lineup will let you buy almost anything that shows up on your screen, without even glancing away from your TV.

OLED TVs Are Going Mainstream with New Sets from Vizio, Hisense, LG and more
As more manufacturers enter the OLED TV market, the price of these high-quality TVs may finally start coming down.

Track Your Diet, Fitness, and Wellness Automatically with HealBe GoBe3
HealBe GoBe3 tracks calories, hydration, stress levels, heart rate, sleep and more for you automatically so you can get a more complete picture of your health.

L’Oréal Perso Uses AI to Custom-Create Your Perfect Makeup
Stop shopping for beauty products that aren't quite right: instead, let L’Oréal Perso to mix the perfect makeup for your skin.

Blue by ADT Is High-End Home Security for the DIYer
Blue's lineup of easy-to-install connected cameras offer high-tech smart home security features with the reliability of ADT monitoring.

9 Tech Resolutions to Get Done in 2020
Take control of your tech with these nine resolutions.

Apps for Turning New Year's Resolutions Into Reality
These apps will help you stick with your New Year's resolutions to lose weight, get fit, meditate, save money and eat healthy.

These are the Worst Passwords of 2019
Keep your online accounts safe by avoiding these common passwords

How to Get Free Shipping in Time for Christmas
There's still time to order gifts online with free delivery by December 24. Here are the cutoff dates.

The Best Android Apps & Games of 2019
Google's best apps of the year highlight how very useful your Android phone can be, from fitness to productivity. See which apps you're missing.

Stop Using Registry Cleaners and Disk Cleaners - They Don't Work
If you’re using a registry or disk cleaner, you should stop now. You’re wasting your money and putting yourself at risk for catastrophic system problems.

Netflix to Stop Working on Older Rokus and TVs
Find out if your Roku or TV will stop supporting Netflix on December 1, 2019, and what you can do to continue enjoying Netflix.

How to Stream Disney+ on Your TV, Tablet, Laptop and Phone
Disney's new streaming service is here, and we have everything you need to know about how and where you can start watching.

How You're Treated When You Shop Online Depends on Your Secret Score
Data analytics companies assign you a "score," something like a credit rating that impacts how companies treat you online.

Apple AirPods Pro Wireless Earbuds Are a Big Upgrade
Apple's upgraded AirPods Pro has some tough competition, but it's still the best option for Apple fans.

Owners of Old iPhones and iPads Need to Update Software Now
If you don't update your old iPhones and iPads by 8 PM ET on November 2, they will lose the ability to access email, the web and many apps.

Smart Speaker Malware Can Record You and Steal Passwords
We're used to avoiding malware and phishing attempts on our PCs and smartphones, but now these scams are coming to our smart speakers.

Some Screen Protectors Make Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note 10 Phones Unlock for Anyone
Some silicon screen protectors can trick Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note 10 phones' ultrasonic sensors into unlocking for any fingerprint.

Nest Aware Makes Whole Home DIY Security Affordable
Google has upped its Nest-branded offerings with new capabilities and new all-encompassing pricing that make whole-home DIY security affordable.

Disney+ Streaming Service Launches Next Month with Hundreds of Disney Classics
Even though there will be hundreds of movies and thousands of TV episodes on Disney+ at launch, there are some odd pieces missing.

First Look at the Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL
While slightly less pricey than Apple and Samsung's flagship phones, the Pixels don't scrimp on the bleeding edge features, and even add a couple of unique ones compared to the competition.

Tiny Tile Sticker Lets You Track Everything from Your TV Remote to Your Bike
Tile's tiny new waterproof trackers will stick to anything, making them perfect for your outdoor gear.

The North Face's High-Tech FutureLight Fabric Set to Revolutionize Outwear
The North Face's revolutionary fabric does the seemingly impossible — it breathes, letting moisture out, while also being fully waterproof and windproof.

Adobe Uses AI to Deliver Professionally Edited Photos & Video with a Click
Don't be intimidated by editing your photos and videos: Adobe's AI-powered editing tools let you get professional results with a single click.

Order 4x6 Prints with Same-Day Pickup for Just 25 Cents
When you want 4x6 prints in a hurry, Google Photos can deliver as little as 2-hour service at CVS and Walmart. Compare print quality from these two stores.

Roku Software Update Makes Watching Easier
Find out how the latest Roku software update will make it a lot easier to find new shows to watch get the details on the newest Roku players.

Amazon Brings Alexa to Everything from Alarm Clocks to Eyeglasses
Some of Amazon's new Alexa devices are a little odd, but Echo speakers, Ringsecurity cameras, and other practical gadgets are getting solid upgrades for reasonable prices.

Unboxing the G-Technology brand ArmorATD portable hard drive
We unbox Western Digital’s G-Technology brand ArmorATD portable hard drive. It’s stylish and compact, and rugged enough to be tossed in a canvas bag without worry.

20 Awesome Things We Saw at the IFA Tech Show
We walked the show floor at IFA, Europe's largest consumer electronics show, and found 20 products that we'd love to own.