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Your tech is gross! 5 things you forget to clean

Bad habits can catch up with you. Like any other chore, keeping your tech clean can almost feel like a full-time job. Tap or click for steps to clean tech the right way.

You probably give your smartphone screen a good wiping down now and then. You might even dust your PC keyboard from time to time. But we’re sure there are tech gadgets that you don’t think about cleaning. No worries. We can help.

Read on for five tech items you probably don’t remember to clean and efficient ways to do the job quickly.

1. The top and back of your TV

If you know, you know. Homeowners are constantly being bombarded with household dust on every possible surface. This includes your TV.

Every once in a while, pull the whole thing out and use a dry microfiber cloth to lift any collected dust. Be sure to get in all those nooks and crannies.

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2. Computer fans

When it’s time for your computer to have a spa day, unplug it and open it up. You might notice a lot of dust has accrued inside.

Compressed air is your greatest weapon here. You can blow debris out of your computer by removing the case and holding the fans to keep them still. Use a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol to detail the inside.

Falcon Dust, Off Compressed Gas Disposable Cleaning Duster, 3.5 oz Can

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For a reusable option, we love this high-powered dust blower. Read the full review here.

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8 things that are cheapest to buy in February

It’s no secret that consumer prices fluctuate with the seasons. Every month brings new deals that you can count on yearly. February is no exception. With excellent sales and blowouts for holidays like Presidents Day and Valentine’s Day, you’ll be sure to save big on select goods.

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Big things in small packages

These must-haves bring peace of mind to your family’s busy life.

Protect little ones from sharp corners on furniture with a 12-pack of safety bumpers ($8).
Tame your kid’s stuffed animals. A hammock (38% off) keeps them tidy and easy to grab.
Ooh-la-la. a rotating jewelry box (20% off) with five drawers and 18 necklace hooks.
Planning a trip? Order TSA-approved travel containers (23% off) now so you’re not panic-running to Target the night before your flight.
Big sound, little earbuds, great price! Raycon’s earbuds (20% off) sound just like the fancy-schmancy pairs* but without the fancy-schmancy price tag!
This compact travel document bag (20% off) has three layers of protection against fires and floods.

👜 Gen Z wishlist: What the heck do teens want? I’ve gotcha. Check out my list of stuff they’ll love.

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Mysterious seeds from China mailed out across the US

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Americans all over are receiving packages in the mail from China that, on the surface, look like jewelry is inside. What’s really going on is an e-commerce scam called brushing.

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📸 “Time to take a selfie”: That’s probably not a wise thought after stealing $300,000 in blinged-out jewelry. But that’s exactly what the guys who broke into Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s house did. The three Chilean men are linked to other athlete break-ins. Around this time last year, Chilean gangs targeted my house.

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To create diamonds. Real diamonds form 100 miles below the earth’s surface at 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. A team in South Korea used a special gallium-silicon mixture to create a diamond foundation in 15 minutes at room temp. No pressure — the whole thing was done in 2.5 hours.

6 things you shouldn't buy this month — and what to purchase to save big

The heart wants what the heart wants, but the truth is that it’s not always a good idea to rush out when you need something. Didn’t get what you wanted for Christmas? Tap or click here for six things you can get for a reasonable price.

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Pens that do more than write

Cleaning grout is a pain. Try a pen that restores the color and removes crud.
Make your jewelry sparkle with a top-rated pen that cleans diamonds, precious metals and whatever else ya got. (Best $10 you’ll spend this month.)
A purse, bag and desk drawer staple for the clumsy among us: A Tide pen.
Know which glass (wine or otherwise) belongs to each person with colorful pens meant specifically for writing on glass.
Write checks no one can wash with these Uniball pens I like. They’re around $9 for a four-pack right now.

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💸 $260 million heist: Two men were arrested at a Florida mansion, surrounded by jewelry and luxury cars, after stealing 4,100 in bitcoin from a Washington, D.C., tech billionaire. The scammers laundered the money through crypto exchanges and went on a wild spending spree (paywall link). I bet the scammers SIM-swapped the billionaire’s phone. Here’s how it works and how to protect yourself.

This is the same generation that ate Tide Pods: Gen Z’s latest social media trend is snapping photos of their TSA security trays while we all wait in line behind them. They neatly arrange their sunglasses, jewelry, bags and shoes before sending them through the X-ray, captioning it with gems like, “Am I overpacking for the one-day late-summer getaway?” Oof.

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For a 90-year-old veteran caring for his wife with dementia. A woman started the GoFundMe campaign after she saw Air Force vet Donald attempting to pawn jewelry to catch up on bills. I just love stories like this.

For the dad who DIYs

More sweet Father’s Day ideas … or handy stuff to get for yourself!

A magnetic wristband ($9.99) for holding nails, screws and bolts while he’s working. You know … dad jewelry.
Even the dad with the most kitted-out toolbox probably doesn’t have a damaged-screw extractor set ($9.99). Don’t forget to click on the coupon for an additional 20% off.
This universal socket adapter for his drill has nearly 20,000 five-star reviews, and it’s 10% off ($8.99).
If he’s ever smashed his thumb hammering a nail, this nail-holder ($9.99) will be a very thoughtful gift, as well as a nice little callback joke to the time he smashed his thumb hammering a nail.
A multitool ($11.99) that’s a screwdriver, hex wrench, cord cutter, ruler, box opener, bottle opener and a keychain. Phew!

Sometimes, a guy just needs a very good utility knife (50% off, $12.98).

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The first mistake: A children’s jewelry maker promoted its products using photos of a 5-year-old girl on Instagram. Guess what? The ad mainly reached adult men. The New York Times (paywall link) repeated the test, attracting convicted sex offenders and solicitations. IG’s blaming the algorithm again.