Consumer Tech Update

Think back a few months. How often did you ignore calls and opt to communicate via text, email or social media message? Now, months into the pandemic, good old fashioned voice calls are through the roof.

President Trump signed an executive ordered aimed at limiting the legal protections that shield social media companies. The question now is how will he enforce it?

A decade ago, we started saying "no more" to expensive cable and satellite service. Now, there are more streaming services than ever to fill the void. And they'll put a dent in your wallet as much as, say, a traditional cable bill.

Tune into your local news station and you may see a segment that feels surprising if you keep up with the tech world: A feel-good story about Amazon's happy employees. The truth? Amazon produced the entire segment. Now, how did this get on the air?

We all want better, smarter and faster. Researchers in Australia hit a new record internet speed that hits faster out of the ballpark. The team logged speeds of 44.2 terabits per second — fast enough to download 1,000+ HD movies in less than a second.

This Memorial Day, join me in taking a moment to show respect to those who embody the spirit of duty, honor and selflessness in the service of America.

Don't be surprised to hear from coronavirus tracers who track the spread of the disease. But if you were one of the millions who got a text that you've been exposed to COVID-19, it was probably a scam. I'll tell you what tipped me off.

There are nearly 1.6 million drones registered in the U.S., according to FAA estimates, and DJI holds nearly two-thirds of the American market. Now this Chinese company's products could be pulled from shelves. Why now? Listen to find out.

Your daily Zoom calls aren't quite the same as being on television, but you still want to look your best, right? Take a cue from broadcasters with these five tips for looking great on camera.

A few months ago, Uber was on top of the ridesharing world. Fast forward to today and the demand has dried up — taking thousands of jobs along with it. The massive cuts at Uber give us a glimpse at what's happening to the U.S. economy as a whole.

The pandemic has brought innumerable changes. Among them, a shift in how much we really care about fame and celebrity. As our priorities shift, so too does what we care about. Has health finally overtaken wealth?

Ah, another weekend ... at home. Fire up your video chat service of choice, gather a few friends and have a game night. Here are a few low-tech options to make your high-tech hangout more fun.

With all the horrible content that actually makes it onto Facebook, I've wondered what gets filtered out and who does the job. It's a team of moderators, and Facebook is paying out millions of dollars to compensate them for mental health issues developed on the job.

Social media platforms are hotbeds for fake news. What is Twitter's latest plan to battle false and dangerous info? A warning that leaves me asking ... Really? That's all you got?

Remote work scams are nothing new. Conning people who are looking for work is a trick much older than the internet. But this one takes it to a whole new level. Here's what to watch for if you're using the web to find a new WFH gig.