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This clock helps loved ones with Alzheimers keep up with the date and time

Posted on October 11, 2020

Note: The links in this post are affiliate links.

If you have a loved one who is dealing with memory loss due to Dementia, Alzheimer’s or simple advanced age, you’ve probably noticed that it’s hard for them to keep track of the current time, date, and day of the week.

Thankfully, now there is a wonderful clock that can help ease that burden and restore part of their lost independence.

This Digital Calendar Alarm Day Clock was specially designed for loved ones who are dealing with memory loss. It features large, easy to read letter and numbers, and the month and day are always spelled out in full. [Read more…]

Scam alert: Dangerous new Android malware puts your bank account at risk

Posted on October 9, 2020

As you probably know, Android devices have become a huge target for hackers and scammers due to the massive number of Android devices that are begin used today.

Unfortunately, there’s a new form of Android malware that potentially puts the bank accounts of every Android user at risk.

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4 ways to save big when shopping at Amazon

Posted on October 6, 2020

If you’re a regular reader of this blog, you probably know that Amazon is my favorite online retailer, by far.

I got hooked on Amazon with my very first purchase. I not only saved a bundle off what I would have had to pay buying local, but the shopping experience itself was the best I had ever experienced on the web.

If you happen to enjoy shopping at Amazon as well, here are a few tips for saving even more on your purchases: [Read more…]

You won’t believe Apple’s “fix” for iOS 14 update related issues

Posted on October 6, 2020

Did you update your iPhone to iOS 14 and immediately start having issues with the device?

Numerous iPhone users are complaining that the update to iOS 14 has resulted in shorter battery life and some apps failing to work as they should.

Even worse, a few users have reported that their phones are getting hotter than normal while using a wide range of resource-intensive apps.

Well, Apple has released this Support article explaining what you need to do to fix these iOS 14-related issues. And to be sure, you probably won’t like it.

In a nutshell, Apple is advising you to do the following: [Read more…]

Join Apple’s “iPhone Upgrade Program” and get a brand new iPhone every year

Posted on October 3, 2020

Did you know that Apple has an iPhone Upgrade Program?

Well, they do, and if you’re the type of person who always wants to have the most recent iPhone (and you’re willing to make continuous monthly payments) this plan could well be for you.

Once you’re enrolled in the iPhone Upgrade Program you’ll make a monthly installment payment every month for a year and then you’ll receive a brand new iPhone after you’ve made the last payment.

Remain in the program and keep making the payments and you’ll receive a new phone each and every year.

The monthly payments begin at approximately $35 and go up from there depending on how much storage you want your new iPhone to have. That means you’ll never again own a phone that’s more than a year old!

There are a couple of bonuses thrown in with this plan as well: [Read more…]