Great Idea! Android Hidden Features Android has some amazing features that are definitely hidden. Here are a few: • Use 2 apps at the same time – Tap on the app switcher button, or swipe up from the bottom of the screen to enter the multitasking view and tap on the app icon at the […]

Need to Know! Microsoft is now ending support for Office 2010 products. Beginning October 13, 2020, there will be no more security patches, security updates or technical support. Your programs will still work if you are willing to take the risk. There are options and of course they get confusing. One option is to purchase […]

Great Idea! Microsoft Lists is added to your Microsoft 365 software Microsoft has added another new feature to their 365 accounts. If you pay for Microsoft every year, then you are using their yearly 365 subscription. You always receive the most up to date Office programs and lots of other perks – like free Cloud […]

Great Idea! Use an old mobile phone as a security camera An old Android or iPhone can be used as a home security camera. You will need to choose a security camera app and many of them have features you would be looking for like local streaming, cloud streaming, recording and storing footage. Some would […]

Great Idea! Google Map’s Live View When parking your car and trying to find a destination, try using the tool Google Maps has built in to help you see exactly where you are going by holding up your phone screen. The tool uses your phone’s camera to scan the buildings around you and places a […]

Great Idea! Eliminate the need of a password when starting your Windows 10 computer If you are sure you don’t need password security on your computer, the following steps will set your computer to eliminate the need to enter a password when your computer starts. Click on the start menu in the lower left of […]

Great Idea! New iCloud feature for iPhone, iPad and Mac – Easily Share Files If you use any of these Apple products, you already have iCloud. This makes it easier to share folders without having to use a 3rd party program like Dropbox. Here are a few things to be aware of before you start: […]

Great Idea! More Windows 10 tips! I am a really long time user of the Snipping Tool in Windows.  It has been very valuable to take a picture of something on your screen to either save, copy or even print.  Windows is moving this feature to a new utility call Snip & Sketch.  Try it […]

Great Idea! Google Maps As you would expect, Google Maps is a terrific app – available for both iOS and Android.  If you don’t have it on your phone, download the free app right away.  It doesn’t just show you how to get from point A to point B, although that is always helpful and […]