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Articles and insights from the Hotline expert team
Who Are You Really Talking to Online? A Guide to Social Media Safety
By Steve
From spotting fake profiles to understanding privacy, here are clear tips for navigating social media safely.
A Life-Saving Feature You Already Have on Your Phone
By Steve
In 10 minutes, you can set up your phone's Medical ID and Emergency SOS. Here's how.
Beyond 10,000 Steps – A Guide to Modern Fitness Trackers
By Steve
From simple step counters to life-saving alerts, let's explore which features matter most.
The New Golden Age of Radio is Here (It's Called Podcasting!)
By Steve
A simple guide to what podcasts are, how to listen, and a starter list of great shows.
A Better Way to Read? The World of E-Readers.
By Steve
The Simple Trick for Saving Anything on Your Screen
By Steve
Learn the 'secret power' of taking a screenshot—your most helpful tool for troubleshooting and saving information.
Your Guide to Ride-Sharing: How to Use Uber & Lyft with Confidence
By Steve
From ordering a car to safety tips, a look at ride-sharing as a new way to get around.
Mac vs. PC – A Friendly Guide to Choosing Your Computer
By Steve
Let's break down the real differences between Apple's Macs and Windows PCs, and what it means for you.
Better Video Calls with the Grandkids (No More Frozen Faces!)
By Steve
Simple tips for better lighting, clearer sound, and easier ways to use FaceTime, Zoom, and more.
Wi‑Fi 101- Why the Bedroom Gets No Bars and How to Fix It for $40
By Steve
Learn why you have "dead zones" in your house and how a simple device can fix them.
Learning about Streaming. A Clear Guide to "Cutting the Cord"
By Steve
Netflix streaming, Roku sticks, to struggles finding your favorite channels, let’s learn about streaming.
You May Have Been Wondering…What is Substack?
By Steve
Let me explain more about the service I use to send these newsletters.
Is This Email a Scam? How AI Can Help You Decide.
By Steve
Learn how the smart filters in your inbox work, plus a new tool to help you spot tricky scams.
iPhone vs. Android – What's the Difference?
By Steve
A guide to the two major types of smartphones and the unique features that make each special.
Did You Know Your Phone Can Type For You?
By Steve
Learn how to use your phone's voice-to-text feature, plus simple tips for making it more accurate.
