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HT October 21, 2011

New iPad feature makes “thumb” typing easier

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Learn how to take advantage of a new feature for iPad users – especially for those who like to hold the tablet and type at the same time.

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HT August 18, 2011

How to access blocked sites

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Bypass Internet filters by using one of these methods.

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HT June 21, 2011

Roaming: Tips to avoid those colossal bills

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Track, disable or unlock your phone to avoid expensive roaming fees.

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HT June 14, 2011

Own a BlackBerry? Get more done in less time with these handy shortcuts

Own a BlackBerry? Get more done in less time with these handy shortcuts by

It’s been a while since we looked at BlackBerry smartphone tips and shortcuts to help manage your personal or professional life better, so take note of these suggestions to get more done in less time.

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HT May 9, 2011

Get the scoop on ‘QR codes’

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If you’ve spent any time reading, shopping, traveling or even walking around over the past few months, you no doubt have seen these little black-and-white squares appearing everywhere. What are they?

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HT March 22, 2011

Voice recognition: is it reliable for everyday use?

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Voice recognition is supposed to free us from a life of tapping at a keyboard, but the technology still needs work.

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HT November 15, 2010

Hot Google apps for Android phones

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Own an Android-powered smartphone or tablet? While there are many thousands of third-party apps to download from the Android Market, Google of course gives special treatment to its own mobile operating system, evident by some very cool (and some exclusive) apps, discussed here.

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HT October 5, 2010

How to (easily) flag emails for follow-up

How to (easily) flag emails for follow-up by

If you’re like me, getting through an email inbox can be quite tedious. I don’t have a “system” to handle the volume of messages I get, but try to glance through the inbox once or twice a day and mentally flag emails I need to follow up on. Well, I found a better way.

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HT September 15, 2010

Video: Fun with webcam video effects

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I’ve been getting questions via email or here in the Comments section about those fun “augmented reality” effects you can apply to your webcam chats. So here I show you some of the ones currently available in the free LifeCam software. Do you use these silly effects to spice up your conversations?

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HT August 6, 2010

Question: How do I back-up my BBM contacts?

Question: How do I back-up my BBM contacts? by

Julie R. from Etobicoke, Ont. Asks: “I liked your article on all the things you can do with BlackBerry Messenger, but I heard there was a way to back-up your contacts if you lose your phone. How do you do it?”

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