Deadline, eligibility, how to file a claim

Deadline, eligibility, how to file a claim

iPhone tips and tricks for using emojis Master emojis on your iPhone with these tech tips. Problem Solved The deadline to join or receive part of a $35 million settlement related to microphone or audio issues for Apple’s iPhone 7 or 7 Plus is approaching. The settlement was reached with Apple in a class action …

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NY to require internet providers to offer low-cost internet option

NY to require internet providers to offer low-cost internet option

Internet service providers in New York are now required to offer low-cost internet for qualifying residents. The Affordable Broadband Act (ABA), which was enacted in 2021 then blocked before it could go into effect, requires internet service providers to offer broadband internet to qualifying households at reduced prices. But a decision from the U.S. Court …

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FCC broadband ‘nutrition labels’ for internet providers now in effect

FCC broadband ‘nutrition labels’ for internet providers now in effect

Broadband Facts similar to Nutritional Facts will give internet users a digestible amount of information when understanding their bill. Nutritional facts are not only for your favorite snacks and treats, but it will also be a new added ingredient to your internet service provider. To break down your internet consumption, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) …

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Learn the sneaky ways scammers work

Learn the sneaky ways scammers work

Hillary Stalker  |  Special to Nashville Tennessean With the rise of artificial intelligence, scammers have more creative ways than ever to lure people into fraudulently giving them money. With data pointing to rising numbers in scams of all shapes and sizes, Americans are losing billions of dollars in alarming rates year over year. Most people …

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Consumers lose money in Venmo, Zelle, PayPal app scams

Consumers lose money in Venmo, Zelle, PayPal app scams

Using Zelle, Cash App and Venmo apps? Here’s how to protect yourself. Mobile payment apps like Venmo, Zelle and PayPal are becoming more popular in today’s tech world, but they’re also becoming an target for scammers. Anastasiia Riddle, USA TODAY Consumers often view their money in the bank as being safe, but they’re increasingly losing …

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False claim of federal program for free internet, tablet

False claim of federal program for free internet, tablet

Millions could lose internet access if federal program ends The federal Affordable Connectivity Program, or ACP, has been helping reduce the digital divide for many during the pandemic. Scripps News The claim: The Affordable Connectivity Program gives eligible Americans free wireless internet and a tablet A Dec. 11, 2023, Facebook post (direct link, archive link) includes …

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