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Rick’s Daily Pick: Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is II Lens Kit

Posted on October 2, 2026

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My “Pick” for today is this fantastic Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is II Lens Kit.

There’s a smartphone with a built-in camera in virtually every pocket these days, but when I want to take a really good picture I always turn to my trusty DSLR.

If you’d like to get a bit more serious about your photography I recommend that you do the same. If you don’t already own a really good DSLR camera, this one is an excellent choice.

Click here to check out the Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is II Lens Kit at Amazon.

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

Picture of the Day: “Golden Gate Bridge (a different view)”

Posted on October 2, 2026

Today’s POTD features the Golden Gate Bridge and the Golden Gate Strait from a different angle than most photos show it. This one shows more of the Strait as well as its rocky shore. I hope you like it.

Are you interested in trying your hand at landscape photography? Well, this is a great camera to get hit the ground running with! (#ad)

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Monthly Tech Giveaway – October 2026

Posted on September 30, 2026

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October’s winner will receive a fantastic DZVW Laptop Triple Screen Extender 15.6″.

This gem will literally triple your laptop’s screen space by adding an extra 15.6″ monitor on either side of your laptop’s existing screen.

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

Good luck!

How to quickly magnetize most any screwdriver

Posted on October 1, 2026

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There are several tools that are must-haves for any tech bench, and a set of small flat-head and Phillips-head screwdrivers top the list.

If you have ever worked on any modern electronic gadgets you know how tiny some of the screws can be, and working with those tiny screws is often frustrating at best.

Let me tell you, the job is a LOT easier if your screwdriver is magnetized. [Read more…]

How (and why) to reduce your phone’s monthly data usage

Posted on September 30, 2026

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Do you have a smartphone? If so, it probably has dozens of apps installed on it.

Some of those apps were likely installed manually by you, but many of them probably came pre-installed on your phone from the factory.

Most of your phone’s installed apps have one thing in common: They’re constantly sending data to and receiving data from remote servers located in various parts of the world.

This isn’t usually a problem for most users, but if you happen to have a cellular contract with a limited data plan it can be a huge problem for you. What’s more, it can even make your phone run a bit slower. [Read more…]

Upgrade your travel kit with these smart solutions

Posted on September 30, 2026

A few carefully chosen travel accessories can prevent dead batteries, misplaced essentials, and hours spent dragging a suitcase around town. The best upgrades solve specific problems without adding much weight to your bag.

Before buying anything, think about the friction you experienced on your last trip.

Perhaps your charging setup didn’t fit the hotel outlet, small items disappeared inside your suitcase, or outside noise made it hard to rest. Use those annoyances to build a compact travel kit that works for the way you actually travel.

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