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How to Spot and Avoid the DMV Text Scam That’s Targeting States Across the Country
Jesse Kaplan 6/2/25 Jesse Kaplan 6/2/25

How to Spot and Avoid the DMV Text Scam That’s Targeting States Across the Country

Scam texts pretending to be from the DMV are on the rise, threatening to suspend your license or demand fake toll payments. Learn how to spot the warning signs, protect your info, and stay safe with help from TechPals.

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Beware the New PayPal Email Scam: How to Spot and Avoid It
Jesse Kaplan 6/1/25 Jesse Kaplan 6/1/25

Beware the New PayPal Email Scam: How to Spot and Avoid It

Watch out for fake PayPal emails claiming your account is locked or needs verification. Learn how to tell real messages from scams, protect your info, and report fraud—with help from TechPals.

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How to Tell if That Facebook Message Is a Scam
Security & Privacy Jesse Kaplan 6/1/25 Security & Privacy Jesse Kaplan 6/1/25

How to Tell if That Facebook Message Is a Scam

Think that Facebook message might be a scam? Here are the warning signs to look out for, and how TechPals can help.

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How to Use Google Maps More Effectively
Apps & Features Jesse Kaplan 5/31/25 Apps & Features Jesse Kaplan 5/31/25

How to Use Google Maps More Effectively

Learn hidden features in Google Maps to make getting around easier. Tips from TechPals to save you time and stress.

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What to Do If You Forgot Your Email Password
Security & Privacy Jesse Kaplan 5/30/25 Security & Privacy Jesse Kaplan 5/30/25

What to Do If You Forgot Your Email Password

Locked out of your email? Here's what to do if you forgot your password, plus how TechPals can help you get back in securely.

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Is This Website Safe? Quick Ways to Tell Before You Click
Jesse Kaplan 5/29/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/29/25

Is This Website Safe? Quick Ways to Tell Before You Click

Not sure if a website is real or a scam? Here’s how to quickly tell if a site is safe before clicking or entering any personal information.

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Everything You Need to Know About QR Codes
Jesse Kaplan 5/28/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/28/25

Everything You Need to Know About QR Codes

Confused by QR codes? Learn what they are, how to scan them, and how to stay safe when using them — with the help of TechPals!

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How to Turn Off Auto-Correct (If It’s Driving You Nuts)
Settings & Customization Jesse Kaplan 5/27/25 Settings & Customization Jesse Kaplan 5/27/25

How to Turn Off Auto-Correct (If It’s Driving You Nuts)

Auto-correct causing problems? Learn how to turn it off or fix it on iPhone and Android with help from TechPals.

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What to Do When Your Wi-Fi Keeps Dropping
Jesse Kaplan 5/27/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/27/25

What to Do When Your Wi-Fi Keeps Dropping

Learn why your Wi-Fi might be dropping and how to fix it — from simple restarts to better router placement.

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What to Do If Your Phone Won’t Turn On
Phone Basics Jesse Kaplan 5/26/25 Phone Basics Jesse Kaplan 5/26/25

What to Do If Your Phone Won’t Turn On

Phone won’t turn on? Try these simple steps to restart it or troubleshoot the problem, with help from TechPals.

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How to Save Important Emails So You Don’t Lose Them
Jesse Kaplan 5/26/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/26/25

How to Save Important Emails So You Don’t Lose Them

Keep track of important emails by starring, labeling, or moving them to folders. Learn how to stay organized in your inbox.

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How to Delete a Contact from Your Phone
Phone Basics Jesse Kaplan 5/25/25 Phone Basics Jesse Kaplan 5/25/25

How to Delete a Contact from Your Phone

Want to remove a contact from your phone? Learn how to delete contacts on iPhone or Android with help from TechPals.

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How to Block Spam Calls Once and For All
Jesse Kaplan 5/25/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/25/25

How to Block Spam Calls Once and For All

Sick of spam calls? Learn how to block them using your phone settings or free tools from your carrier — and how to spot the scams.

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What Is a QR Code Menu and How Do You Use It at a Restaurant?
Apps & Features Jesse Kaplan 5/24/25 Apps & Features Jesse Kaplan 5/24/25

What Is a QR Code Menu and How Do You Use It at a Restaurant?

Confused by QR code menus? Learn how to scan and use them at restaurants in just a few steps with help from TechPals.

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Why You Should Stop Using “123456” as Your Password
Jesse Kaplan 5/24/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/24/25

Why You Should Stop Using “123456” as Your Password

Still using simple or repeated passwords? Learn why it’s risky and how to switch to safer ones without the stress.

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What’s the Best Way to Update Your Phone’s Apps?
Apps & Features Jesse Kaplan 5/23/25 Apps & Features Jesse Kaplan 5/23/25

What’s the Best Way to Update Your Phone’s Apps?

Not sure how to update your phone apps? Learn how to do it manually or automatically with help from TechPals.

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How to Make Your iPhone Screen Easier to Read
Jesse Kaplan 5/23/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/23/25

How to Make Your iPhone Screen Easier to Read

Struggling to read your iPhone screen? Learn how to make the text bigger, bolder, and easier on your eyes using built-in iPhone settings, with your friendly TechPals!

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How to Turn Off Location Tracking in Your Photos
Security & Privacy Jesse Kaplan 5/22/25 Security & Privacy Jesse Kaplan 5/22/25

How to Turn Off Location Tracking in Your Photos

Want more privacy when sharing photos? Learn how to turn off location tracking in your pictures with help from TechPals.

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How to Stop Robocalls on Your Cell Phone
Jesse Kaplan 5/22/25 Jesse Kaplan 5/22/25

How to Stop Robocalls on Your Cell Phone

Sick of spam calls? TechPals walks you through easy steps to block robocalls on your iPhone or Android and reduce unwanted calls for good.

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How to Use Voice-to-Text on Your Phone
Communication Tools Jesse Kaplan 5/21/25 Communication Tools Jesse Kaplan 5/21/25

How to Use Voice-to-Text on Your Phone

Learn how to use voice-to-text on your phone to speak messages instead of typing — a quick guide from TechPals.

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