There's no getting around the fact that Ring makes some of the best smart video doorbells on the market. It's also true that the Amazon-owned brand has been subject to many privacy and security issues and subscription price hikes. The good news is one of the best alternatives is on sale for Prime Day.

Now Is a Great Time to Ditch Your Ring Doorbell

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It's a terrifying thought--you check into your AirBNB or other vacation rental, and you're settling in for a quiet evening. You look up, and see the subtle glint of light off a camera lens. You realize you're being watched.

How to Spot Hidden Cameras In Your AirBNB

Home security cams, especially wireless models, offer incredible freedom in placement, whether you're putting one on a shelf or mounting it to your eaves. But with all the angles of average yards, plus the indoor spaces you want to keep watch on without running into problems, finding just the right spot is challenging.

We Found the 6 Best Places to Install Security Cams for Homeowners

Whether it's a refrigerator, washing machine, or even a coffee maker, home appliances are part of comfortable living. However, there are some pretty terrible items on the market that aren't worth the money. From an over $2,000 Frigidaire refrigerator to a Hamilton Beach Coffee Machine that cycles through plastic-tasting water,...

20 Home Appliances That Are A Waste Of Money (Avoid These Appliances At All Costs)

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Small merchants in China have been holding rallies this month to protest Temu's fines and refund policies, multiple outlets reported.

Dozens of angry Chinese suppliers swarmed Temu's office, saying they're tired of giving Westerners refunds without returns

The US Sun

A BRAND new smartphone has sparked concern after an expert discovered that the camera can be used to see-through some objects. YouTuber @purely_maxwell - real name Maxwell Lu - raised the alarm after he unexpectedly noticed he could see the batteries inside his TV remote when holding the CMF Phone 1 up to it.

Shocking ‘X-ray’ camera that can see-through objects discovered on new Android smartphone sparking privacy outrage

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

A report suggests that Xiaomi Hyper OS 2.0 may offer a feature that can detect cameras in the local vicinity. A report suggests that Xiaomi Hyper OS 2.0 may have a feature to detect hidden cameras. The feature would use WLAN signals to scan for suspicious devices in the vicinity.

Detecting hidden cameras might be the next novel phone feature

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

Aircove Go by ExpressVPN offers a portable VPN router, with impressive network performance. Setup may require patience and an initial ethernet connection for the Wi-Fi link feature. Aircove Go provides solid Wi-Fi, and customizable settings, but the VPN connection might be inconsistent. If you’ve been looking for a great VPN...

This Tiny Travel Router Provides Secure Wi-Fi Everywhere I Go

These days, everybody is on social media in some way. Even if you use it just to check the news or to stay in touch with your friends and family, chances are you use at least one of the big social media platforms. Unfortunately, social media isn’t just fun or...

11 Tips to Help Protect Your Privacy on Social Media

Many consider the Cybertruck overhyped due to high costs and unfulfilled promises. The search is on for the next most overrated car, truck, or SUV on the market. Opinions vary, with electric trucks, off-roaders, and the Challenger Demon 170 in the mix. There’s no question that the Tesla Cybertruck turns...

What’s The Most Overhyped, Overrated Car On The Market Today?

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An American automaker is beating Ford in overall truck sales

Amazon might be one of the most popular stores, but it’s far from perfect. It has constant issues with knock-off products, especially in one category: SD cards. Amazon allows third-party sellers to list products on the store with little oversight, and even pay for advertising to artificially place them higher in Amazon search results. That means low-quality or outright fake items are common, and even if you specifically purchase something from a reputable brand, you could still end up with a counterfeit.

Why I Don’t Buy SD Cards on Amazon

USB debugging in Android isn't just for developers - it can be used to recover data and control your phone from a computer. Remember to keep USB debugging enabled to access files or control your phone even if the screen is broken. Be cautious - enabling USB debugging can allow...

Why You Should Keep USB Debugging Enabled on Your Android Phone

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A day with uncomfortable people doing uncomfortable things with a phone camera taught me a lot about filming in public.

Do you really know how to use the camera on your phone?

Can’t access the internet while out and about on your Android phone? There’s a good chance a setting misconfiguration is causing the problem. We’ll show you how to fix that and a few other items to restore mobile data connectivity on your phone. Set the Correct SIM...

Mobile Data Not Working on Android? 8 Tips to Try

As a technology-minded individual, you may love controlling your smart home using voice commands, scenes, and automations. But what do you do if you have a non-techy partner, kids, or housemates? These 10 steps will enable you to create a smart home that works for everyone. 1 Set Yourself Two...

How to Create a Smart Home That Works for Your Whole Family

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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Consider These 6 Things Before Installing Smart Security Cameras

Smart security cameras can play a valuable role in your home, but there are some potential downsides. These can range from putting your family's privacy at...

Consider These 6 Things Before Installing Smart Security Cameras

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