$5 credit from AT&T to make up for a 12-hour network outage

You’re outta luck if you use AT&T’s Business or Prepaid plans or Cricket. Look for it as a credit on your bill.

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Smartwatch uses to keep the whole family safe and sound

I bought an Apple Watch years ago. I thought, “This is it! Finally, a watch I’ll wear.” That lasted maybe a week. Hey, watches aren’t for everyone, but if you have one — or if there’s a kid or someone older in your life — they can do a heck of a lot.

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When you just don’t know how … to finish a sentence, Google’s experimental tool baked into Chrome can help. “Help me write” is AI that can help you fill out forms, write messages or complete online reviews. Steps here to turn it on.

Trivia

How long did it take for Amazon to have its first profitable quarter after launching in 1995? Was it … A.) 1 year, B.) 3 years, C.) 6 years or D.) 9 years?

Find the answer here

Wonder how long it took to come up with the name: Elon Musk says he’s launching an email service to rival Gmail called XMail. No details yet. Would you use it? Tell me on, well, X.

Twins Koti and Haven Garza are huge on TikTok for their makeup routines. They have 4.8 million followers! Like other skincare influencers, they lather their faces in bronzer and antiaging serum. The kicker? They’re only 7 years old. I showed Andrew their TikToks on a Kim Komando Today video stream the other day.

A cyclist, a gate and a pickup truck: Not the start of a joke. Those are all things Waymo cars have hit. Google’s robo taxis are getting the stink eye as they try to expand service in California. I still haven’t been in one!

Fixing broken Windows is a pane in the glass: If you’re on a version of Windows that’s reaching end-of-life (aka no more security updates), Microsoft will automatically update your system to Windows 11 23H2. Bad news if you were hoping to avoid the new AI, Copilot. You can always turn it off.

Don’t be alarmed: The Google sign-in page is getting a redesign starting this week. Expect a “more modern look” with rounded edges, lighter colors and a square layout. Take a good look now — everyone will have it by March 4.

Say cheese, then erase: Microsoft’s Windows Photos is getting a facelift with a magic wand for your IG selfies. In a few swipes on your phone or desktop, it’s like photobombers and piles of laundry were never there. Right now, this is only available for Windows Insiders.

🤫 Avoidance level 100: Gen Z is keeping their phones on Do Not Disturb mode 24/7. Seems like it’s to dodge the anxiety of a random buzz and — wait for it — those “disrespectful AF” interruptions. Oh, and breakups via text? Totally a thing now, ’cause who wants an awkward call?