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Rick’s Daily Pick: Furbo 360° Dog Camera & Rotating Treat Dispenser

Posted on May 30, 2025

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My “Pick” for today is this fantastic Furbo 360° Dog Camera & Rotating Treat Dispenser.

Do you have one or more pets that stay behind to rule the house while you’re away from home?

If so, this little gem will let you keep a virtual eye on them via your smartphone.

What’s more, you can actually talk to your pets and even toss them a treat via the app!

Important: This item requires a (low cost) monthly subscription. Be sure to take that into account before placing an order.

Click here to check out the Furbo 360° Dog Camera & Rotating Treat Dispenser at Amazon.

Picture of the Day: “Striking a Pose”

Posted on May 30, 2025

Today’s POTD features a cute little chipmunk who appears to be posing for a portrait (which is precisely what he got). I hope you like it.

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Monthly Tech Giveaway – May 2025

Posted on April 30, 2025

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May’s winner will receive this fantastic TCL 50-Inch Class S4 4K LED Smart Roku TV.

This TV has Roku connectivity built right in, making it an easy way to switch from cable or satellite TV to video streaming.

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 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 May 31 and the winner will be notified by email. The winner will be selected at random.

Good luck!

Q&A: Is it possible to sign into multiple accounts on the same website at once?

Posted on May 30, 2025

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Question from Rose: Hi, Rick. First of all let me say that I love your tips. They have helped me out of many jams over the years.

I hope you can help me with a new problem I’m dealing with right now.

I have three different Yahoo email accounts that I use for different purposes and it would be a big help to me if I could stay signed into all of them at the same time.

The problem is the only way I can sign in to a different Yahoo account with Edge is to sign out of the one I’m currently signed into first. Is there any way that I can sign into all of them at once? [Read more…]

Why I prefer connecting printers via USB instead of WiFi

Posted on May 30, 2025

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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 cable instead of WiFi, for the following reasons: [Read more…]

How Utah schools are implementing technology in classrooms

Posted on May 30, 2025

In the digital age, technology has become an integral part of our lives, influencing everything from how we communicate to how we work and learn. The education system in Utah is no exception, with schools across the state embracing the digital revolution to enhance the learning experience.

The implementation of technology in classrooms in Utah is a strategic move aimed at equipping students with the skills necessary to thrive in the modern world. This article will explore how the best schools in Utah are integrating technology into their curricula, the impact it is having on student learning, and the future of ed-tech in the state’s educational landscape. [Read more…]