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Bluetooth trackers are handy little things that can help you find your valuables if you lose them. Our pick is the Chipolo One, which has hit an all-time low for a four-pack. The bundle (normally priced at $75) is, which makes each tracker just $15. Alternatively, you can purchase a single tracker (usually $25).ChipoloThe price of the four-pack Chipolo One Bluetooth tracker has dropped to an all-time low of $60. Amazon $60The Chipolo One can’t really compete with the crowdsourced lookup network of AirTags or Tile trackers, so it’s probably not the best choice for monitoring the location of your…
Ouch. On March 7, 2024, the systems of Leicester City Council in the United Kingdom were disrupted by a devastating cyber attack, forcing it to shut down its IT systems and phone lines. Those affected include nursing home staff and homeless people. Subscribe to our free newsletter.Safety news, advice and tips. By the end of March, the committee was “not yet able to determine” whether any data had been compromised during the attack. But on Wednesday, April 3, Leicester City Council confirmed that attackers had shared around 25 documents online, including people’s confidential information. Nasty stuff. The committee described the…
Taylor Swift’s music returns to TikTok after a ten-week hiatus . Her songs left the platform between social media apps and Swift’s record label, Universal Music Group.It’s unclear what kind of deal Swift has with TikTok to bring her back to the platform, but we do know one thing. The deal does not include provisions for UMG artists, so the likes of Billie Eilish, The Weeknd and Drake are still not on TikTok. Taylor Swift, the most popular musician on the planet, may well have worked some magic here.She’s not the only one returning to TikTok. Some songs by other…
How is this going? A relatively new ransomware called DragonForce is making headlines after a series of high-profile attacks. Like many other ransomware groups, DragonForce attempts to extort money from victims in two ways: by locking down company computers and data through encryption, and by threatening to release the data to others via the dark web, thus extracting money from infected systems. to steal data. So far, everything is working fine. How does DragonForce stand out? DragonForce’s earliest known ransomware attack was against an Ohio lottery company. In that case, DragonForce claimed it stole more than 600 gigabytes of data,…
Making keyless mobility even easier with a system that retrofits to most existing deadbolts. You don’t need to replace your existing hardware with the Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi. This is a smart lock for indoor use only, and Yale says installation only takes about 10 minutes, and all you need is a screwdriver to help you get the job done. It also has a fairly slim profile, sitting just 1.6 inches from the door.After installing the smart lock, you will be able to use functions such as automatic locking and automatic unlocking. If you’re not home and want a…
East Central University (ECU) in Ada, Oklahoma, revealed that a ransomware gang launched an attack on its systems, causing some computers and servers to be encrypted and sensitive information to be stolen.ECU claimed in an advisory on its website that the BlackSuit ransomware gang was unsuccessful in taking down the university’s critical services but was “able to conduct successful attacks on a variety of campus computers.”In response to the attack, ECU said it called for the assistance of external cybersecurity experts to reset student passwords and reassess its security systems.While ECU has not confirmed the exact nature of how the…
One of our favorite Anker USB-C hubs is on sale on Amazon for $40. The Anker 555 normally sells for $50, so it’s 20% off. Even at original price, this is one of the best hubs money can buy. It made our list of the best MacBook accessories, but it’s a really great addition to any PC.AnkerThat’s a 20% discount for a well-reviewed center. Amazon $40The Anker 555 USB-C Hub gives you eight ports to connect almost any device under the sun. There are 2 USB-A ports, 1 HDMI port, SD and microSD card slots, 1 Ethernet jack, and 2…
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The Substack show is now available on Spotify. Through this partnership, Substack podcast creators can add Spotify distribution to their shows in just “a few clicks.” Last year, the company scaled back its ambitions for exclusive podcasts in favor of wider distribution, a move that could increase the streamer’s library — including renewing a non-Sign up with noted vaccine enthusiast Joe Rogan. Exclusive contract.When listening on Spotify, you’ll see a padlock (or “Paid” label, if applicable) next to your Substack podcast. You need to link your Substack account before you can start listening.Some Substack podcasts are free and you can…
a company talking big game about sustainability, but like to buy you a new iPhone every year, is expanding its do-it-yourself repair program. Consumers and repair shops will soon be able to use genuine second-hand Apple parts to repair devices instead of having to order entirely new components. Companies using the parts “will now benefit from the full functionality and safety provided by the original factory calibration, just like a new, genuine Apple part.”According to reports, the plan will be launched this fall to launch updated models. . So if your iPhone has a broken screen and you have an…