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Rick’s Daily Pick: Scosche FoundIT 32W Multi-Port Car Charger w/built-in Locator

Posted on February 23, 2026

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My “Pick” for today is this fantastic Scosche FoundIT 32W Multi-Port Car Charger w/built-in Locator.

There are plenty of great car chargers on the market these days, but this little gem will tell your smartphone where your parked car is located.

If your car is ever stolen you can track its location with your phone. It’s also a great way to keep tabs on a teen driver. To an unsuspecting driver it just looks like a normal charger.

Click here to check out the Scosche FoundIT 32W Multi-Port Car Charger w/built-in Locator at Amazon.

Did you miss (or want to revisit) one of my earlier picks? You might find it right here.

FYI: You don’t have to pay sales tax on gift cards

Posted on February 16, 2026

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Gift cards are very popular as birthday, anniversary, and holiday gifts, and for good reason…

They virtually guarantee that your money will end up buying something the recipient will like.

If you plan to buy gift cards to give away as gifts (or even to purchase something for yourself), make sure the cashier doesn’t try to charge you sales tax on the purchase of the card. [Read more…]

Why I prefer connecting printers via USB instead of WiFi

Posted on February 13, 2026

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Ok, I’ll admit it. Wireless printers that allow you to print via WiFi instead of having to connect a cable sure are handy.

After all, who wants to run a long USB cable into every room where you occasionally use your laptop?

And if you print from your phone or tablet then using WiFi is a no-brainer.

But what if you only use a desktop computer or you always use your laptop in the same place every time?

If you don’t need to print from a mobile device you’d be a lot better off connecting your printer to your computer with a USB printer cable instead of WiFi, for the following reasons: [Read more…]

Monthly Tech Giveaway – February 2026

Posted on January 31, 2026

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February’s winner will receive a fantastic SimpliSafe 10 Piece Wireless Home Security System w/ Outdoor Camera.

Every home needs a high quality security system. This is one of the very best and it’s easy to install.

All subscribers to the Standard edition of my Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter have an equal chance to win.

Premium subscribers have two chances to win (their email addresses are added to the “pot” twice).

Not a subscriber? Just enter your email address in the sign-up form on this page.

Once subscribed you’ll be eligible to win each month’s drawing – starting with this month. Better yet, opt for a Premium subscription for double the chance to win!

The drawing for this month’s prize will be held on February 28 and the winner will be notified by email. The winner will be selected at random.

Good luck!