Laura Tucker, Author at Make Tech Easier

Amazon Brings “Just Walk Out” to First Whole Foods Store

Amazon has just added its Just Walk Out technology to the First Whole Folds Market store. Is it the next step in contactless payments?

Forget the “Foldable iPhone” – Look for a “Folding Mac”

Experts are saying it could be two to three years still before we see a foldable iPhone, and what we may see instead if a “folding Mac.”

New Mobile App Will Deliver Insulin to Diabetics

A company that markets an insulin pump has also developed a mobile app that will help diabetics control the delivery of insulin to their bodies.

New Malware Found Infecting Microsoft Teams Meetings

Security experts discovered hackers have been targeting Microsoft Teams meetings with malware. Find out how they snuck in thousands of times.

Google Addresses Ads Privacy with Android Privacy Sandbox

Google just announced “Android Privacy Sandbox,” a new feature that seems to be competition for Apple’s newer privacy practices.

Zoom Finally Fixes Mac Bug that Kept the Mic on After Calls

Is it safe to join Zoom meetings agian? Zoom claims it fixed a bug that kept recording after a meeting was over on Macs running Monterey.

Apple Still Working to Combat AirTag Misuse

With some users figuring out how to use AirTags to stalk people, Apple is issuing updates to prevent AirTags from being used in this manner.

Beware of Fake Windows 11 Installer Loaded with Malware

A hacker counted on people salivating at the chance to download Windows 11 and released a fake Windows 11 installer loaded with malware.

New Smartphone COVID Test – But Only for Samsung Galaxy S9

COVID testing has always been problematic, but getting a COVID test could soon be as easy as using your smartphone and accurate to boot.

Facebook Quarterly Earnings Report Shows It’s Losing Users

The most recent quarterly earnings report for Facebook showed why the company is rebranding to “Meta”: the social network is losing users.

Google Rolling Out Messages Beta that Shows iPhone Emojis

A Google Messages beta will finally show emojis in reactions from iPhone users instead of text. This article explains how it will work.

macOS Monterey Users Dealing with Update that Drains Battery

Social media platforms and tech forums are all abuzz regarding a macOS Monterey update that drains the battery. Is there a fix for it?

Could Google Be Focusing on an Android Tablet Again?

When you think of tablets, you most likely think of iPads. Google appears to want to change that, developing a new Android tablet once again.

Google Said to Be Working on Gaming Chromebooks

Chromebooks are already great for gaming, so it isn’t too much of a surprise that Google is reportedly working on gaming Chromebooks.

Brata Malware Steals Your Money, then Activates Kill Switch

Malware is an evolving technology. The 2019 Brata malware has evolved in 2022 to erase your device after it steals your money.

Neabot NoMo Q11 Robot Vacuum and Mop Review

Does the Neabot NoMo Q11 Robot Vacuum and Mop check off all the boxes for new technology on robot vacuums? Let’s find out in this review.

Make Tech Easier 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

We’ve compiled a list of the best product reviews in this 2021 Gift Guide to help you make some educated decisions when shopping this year.

DuckDuckGo to Expand Its Lineup to a Desktop Browser

After earlier releasing its own mobile browser, DuckDuckGo is introducing a dedicated desktop browser. Find out about its lofty goals.

Microsoft Teams Update Will Fix 911 Call Freeze

Microsoft was quick to act on a Teams user reporting a 911 call freeze on their Android. Find out how Microsoft solved the issue.

Ring Doorbell Patents Show Future Uses of Biometric Data

In the past few years, Amazon has filed 17 patents to use biometric data to label people on your doorstep. Does this go too far?

Microsoft Will Make iFixit Repair Kits Available for Surface

Microsoft is working with iFixit to make repair kits available to repair centers to fix Surface devices. Find out how this could affect you.

Malicious Play Store Apps Were Stealing Banking Credentials

Malicious apps were found on the Google Play store … again … and this time they were stealing banking credentials. Find out here how it happened.

Amazon Ready to Roll Out Alexa Conversation Mode on Echo 10

Amazon announced that Alexa is now gaining Conversation Mode to make your patter with it even more natural. Find out how it will work.

Apple Launches Self Service Repair Program for Users

It was a little surprising to see this news released by Apple: the Cupertino tech company is launching a Self Service repair program in 2022.

Google Maps to Help with Your Black Friday and Holiday Tasks

Google Maps is updating to help with your Black Friday and holiday chores, whether you’re shopping, picking up groceries, or traveling.

Windows 10, 11 Users Need 3rd-Party Patch for Security Vulnerability

A third-party security specialist has stepped in to develop a patch for a Windows 10 and 11 security vulnerability. Find out what it’s about.

YouTube to Permanently Eliminate Dislike Button Counts

YouTube greatly upset users this week when it announced it would be permanently eliminating the dislike button counts. Will it change for you?

Would You Like to Charge Your Phone in Just 20 Minutes?

The Anker CEO believes there will soon be chargers that can charge phones in just 20 minutes. Find out how GaN chargers will factor in.

Amazon to Allow Venmo Payments – After the Holidays

The most recent change to the online payment structure is that Amazon will start accepting Venmo payments – but not until after the holidays.

AT&T and Verizon Put 5G on Hold Due to Possible Airplane Conflict

Plans for a new 5G spectrum rollout next month were put on hold by AT&T and Verizon due to possible interference with airplanes.

macOS Monterey Update Bricking Macs, Just Like Big Sur

Some users of older macs are complaining of their machines not restarting after installing the macOS Monterey update. How will Apple resolve it?

MOMAX Airbox Power Bank Review

Seeing the promotional material for the MOMAX Airbox Power Bank, I knew it was different. Let’s learn more about it in this review.

Did Google Mean to Add a Pixel 6 Feature to Older Phones?

It’s been reported that the Pixel 6 feature Magic Eraser can be added to older devices. Is this what Google was planning with this release?

Google to Allow Minors to Remove Images from Search

Google has set a plicy that will allow minors 9or their parents) to remove images of them from Google Search. Find out how it works.

Roku Losing YouTube Apps After Dispute with Google

Google and Roku are currently in a dispute over data, columinating in the search giant pulling its Youtube apps away from Roku.

Switch from iOS to Android 12 and Transfer WhatsApp Conversations

Google has added an ability to easily transfer your WhatsApp chat history and other data and files from an iPhone to a new Android 12 phone.

Take 25% Off a Garmin Vivoactive 4 Smartwatch

Why wait until January to get started on your fitness goals? Get a head start with a Garmin Vivoactive 4 Smartwatch for more than 25% off.

Tesla Pulls Full Self Driving Beta Due to Multiple Issues

Tesla has dealt with multiple issues with its AutoPilot feature and is now having to do the same with the Full Self Driving beta, according to CEO.

Android Work Profile Coming to Google Workspaces in 2022

Keeping your work and perseonal lives separatei doesn’t have to be difficult. The Android work profile is coming to Google Workspaces in 2022.

Zuckerberg May Change Name of Facebook to Fit Metaverse Focus

This article details the news that mark Zuckerberg wants to change the name of Facebook and refocus it, revolving around the metaverse.

Chatter Telephone Toy Goes High Tech with Bluetooth

The Fisher-Price Chatter Telephone now includes Bluetooth to pair it with your smartphone. Find out how this piece of nostalgia works.

Coming to Chromebook: You May Be Able to Answer Your Phone

A Chrome developer site shows Chromebook devices may be picking up the ability to answer your phone. Find out more in this article.

Apple Holds Up Android as Reason Not to Sideload Apps

Apple published a document this week making its case against allowing users to sideload apps, citing Android’s malware as the reason.

1Password Now Allows You to Share Passwords via Secure Link

To solve the problem of sharing passwords when not secure, iPassword now allows you to share passwords via a secure link with Psst!

Liene Photo Printer Review

If you want to have hard copies of your digital photos, the Liene 4″ x 6″ Photo printer can handle the task quickly and easily and with quality.

How Much Is Your Hacked Info Worth on the Dark Web?

Cybercriminals are profiting off your personal information. Read on to find out how much your hacked info is worth on the Dark Web.

Facebook Offers Excuse for Long Widespread Outage

An excuse was offered for the outage that affected Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Learn about this and what a whistleblower said.

New iOS 15 Feature Is Deleting User Photos from iCloud

A new iOS 15 feature that saves photos from iMessage is deleting the photos when you do an iCloud Backup. Learn the temporary fixes.

Google Testing Journeys Search Feature to Group Your Browsing

Google wants to help you retain your searches. It’s testing the Journeys search feature that will group your like-minded Google searches.

ECOLOR Smart Moon Lamp Review: Smart Mood Lighting

This review takes a look at the ECOLOR Smart Moon Lamp to see how it can add some smart mood lighting into your life. Get it for just $25.

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