You heard it here first: In May 2023, I told you about TSA’s facial recognition program. Basically, you look into the camera and it takes your pic to verify you. Now, some senators are saying the TSA wants it mandatory in over 430 airports, but we don’t know where this data is going or how it’s protected. You can opt out: Step back from the camera, politely tell them you decline facial recognition and present your ID instead.
10 best travel apps to plan your next adventure
Some things may have changed since your last excursion if you haven’t traveled in forever. You might even run into sticker shock regarding airfare and hotel accommodations. Tap or click here for the best budgeting apps to help get your finances in order.
One way to have the best experience is to incorporate travel apps when planning your next adventure. They can help you find the perfect destination and even give you money-saving tips.
But which travel apps are the best? Don’t worry. We’ve done the work for you. Here are the 10 best travel apps to plan fun adventures.
1. Kayak
Kayak is for you if you are sick of searching for your destination in multiple apps or on websites. Search flights, hotels, and rentals across all the major booking sites to ensure you get the best price every time.
Best for: Comparing travel prices across multiple travel websites.
Cost: Free.
2. Hopper
Get on the list to try Bing's new AI chatbot search
Google and Amazon’s virtual assistants are based on AI to give recommendations, and Spotify’s algorithm uses AI to suggest songs and new music. But the power of AI has been thrust into mainstream conversations with ChatGPT’s success.
This airplane seat is the safest in the event of a crash
Are you a nervous flyer? It’s more common than you may think. Many people are not only afraid of heights, but the thought of an airplane crashing can terrify anyone. Believe it or not, there are safer locations on a plane than others in the event of a crash.
Work in one of these 10 fields? Scammers are targeting you
Scammers often have preferred targets. Whether a susceptible senior or someone who left their account exposed, they usually have the tools to rip them off.
But it’s not always about age or how tech-savvy you are. Sometimes working in a specific industry could put a target on your back.
Renting a car? This mistake puts your data and money at risk
Going on vacation out of state or on a business trip, you sometimes need a mode of transportation. Ride-sharing companies are one option, but it’s more convenient to rent a car.
For the most part, renting a vehicle is done through a reputable agency or a recommendation of family and friends. But a recent rental car shortage might have left you empty-handed and stranded.
5G: What it means for you
The topic of 5G has been a hot one lately — and for good reason. Who doesn’t want lightning speed data?
But with the excitement also comes questions that you need answers to. After all, smartphones are the primary way most of us communicate, and this 5G rollout will change the way we use data, download apps and make calls.
10 best travel websites to save you tons of money
Transportation is one of the biggest expenses during a trip, especially if you have to fly. Luckily, there are a ton of tips you can use to slice your costs in half. For example, you can use these discount travel websites to keep your money in your pocket.
Kids don't know what they want to do in life? Give them this quiz
One of the most fascinating things to witness with the rise of tech in our society is its massive effect on our workforce. Just a few short decades ago, technologically-demanding jobs were in the minority. Nowadays, it’s hard to find a job that doesn’t use tech in some form or another.
CES 2020: Smart transportation hits the road
With CES now well underway, there’s been no shortage of stories about the technological wonders inside. From robots to smart toilets, you don’t have to look far to find a memorable or unique gadget on display.
And true to its reputation, CES hasn’t skimped on the weirdness this year. Items like home security drones, virtual people and toilet paper robots are just some of the highlights you can find on the showroom floor. Tap or click here to see our CES robot roundup.
Uber and Lyft will give you free rides to the doctor
For those of us with full-time jobs and aging parents, it’s stressful to figure out how they’re going to get to the appointments they need. Often, they need multiple visits a month and that can be a major financial burden.