This Malwarebytes (MWB) blog story is interesting, but the information afterwards is useful: setting up Apple’s / Android’s Find My / Find Device service on your smartphone. • Malwarebytes > Blog > “iPhone user watches as stolen phone travels from UK to China” (December 13, 2022 by Christopher Boyd) In practical terms, this meant that… Continue reading Smartphone safety – Find My and Find Device apps
Wondering about AirTags?
Here’s a useful article about AirTags, especially if you get one or more of these trackers as a gift this holiday season. This article also includes links to Macworld’s review of and guide for the device. • Macworld > “13 uses for an AirTag” by Karen Haslam, Editor (Dec 19, 2022) – Wondering about using… Continue reading Wondering about AirTags?
Merry Christmas 2022
All I want for Christmas … a perspective on my favorite things … jingle … jingle all the way …
Apple Watch – standalone sans iPhone
If you’re thinking of getting or gifting an Apple Watch this holiday season, here’s an excellent, useful article about a popular FAQ: what can I do on my Watch without carrying an iPhone? At my health club, if a member is wearing a smartwatch, it’s likely an Apple Watch. The most popular. There, I rarely… Continue reading Apple Watch – standalone sans iPhone
The Fediverse – Mastodon for Twitter refugees?
The saga of Twitter disruption continues this week. Twitter troubles. Whether you’re staying on the platform or considering moving to another service, this article is an excellent overview of distinctions and options. If you’re active in digital social groups, does everyone pack up (all their shared messages and media) and move to Mastodon? Twitter refugees.… Continue reading The Fediverse – Mastodon for Twitter refugees?