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Brooke Nelson

Brooke is a tech and consumer products writer covering the latest in digital trends, product reviews, security and privacy, and other news and features for RD.com.

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Apple’s Passkeys Could Usher In a Password-Free Future

Apple's recently announced passkey feature may forever change the way you log in to your online accounts. Here's what passkeys are and how to use them.

What Is SMS, and How Do These Text Messages Work?

You've likely encountered SMS messages, even if you didn't know it. Here's how they work—and...

Is Love Bombing the Newest Scam to Avoid?

Could your partner's grand gestures lead to a romance scam? Watch out for these red...

What Is Good Friday and Why Do We Celebrate It?

If you weren't raised as a Christian—or didn't pay close attention in Sunday school—you might...

What to Know About Starbucks Cup Sizes in 2022

Have you ever wondered why you have to order a tall, grande, or venti latte...

How to Organize Your Apps on Your iPhone

Say goodbye to smartphone clutter. Organize your apps on your iPhone for easier use and...

12 Times a Costco Membership Won’t Pay Off

Believe it or not, buying in bulk isn't always cheaper. These situations might stop you...

How to Screen Record on an iPhone

There's a simple (and quick!) way to take a screen recording on your iPhone. Here's...

How to Factory Reset Your iPhone to Delete Everything on It

Ready to upgrade your iPhone? Before selling or recycling your old one, take these steps...

6 Places You’re Most Likely to Catch Coronavirus

Life was this close to being back to normal, and then came the super contagious...

How to Turn off Read Receipts on Your iPhone

Not everyone wants their contacts knowing when they've read a message. If you can relate,...

Received an Unexpected Package? It Could Be a Brushing Scam

Finding an unfamiliar package on your doorstep could have a dangerous downside.

How to Find and Disable a Hidden Apple AirTag That Could Be Tracking You

Apple's new tracking device was created to help you find lost items, but experts warn...

Here’s What Happens When You Restrict Someone on Instagram

Want to hide someone's activity on Instagram without blocking them? Now you can.

This Is What an Amazon Email Scam Looks Like

Not every email from Amazon is legitimate. Keep an eye out for these telltale signs...

This Is What Queen Elizabeth II Gives Her Staff for Christmas

All palace employees receive a little something special from the Queen herself.

What to Do If Your Amazon Package Is Stolen

Porch pirates are swiping Amazon packages left and right, and you might be the next...

Gift Card Scams: What They Are and How to Avoid Them

Your credit card isn't the only item in your wallet that scammers love. Watch out...

15 Signs Someone Just Stole Your Identity

Nearly 60 million Americans have been victims of identity theft. Watch out for these signs...

The Best Phone Cleaners to Sanitize Your Phone

Your phone is gross, but a UV light phone sanitizer can blast bacteria out of...

How to Clean Your iPhone’s Charging Port

If your iPhone won't charge with a Lightning cable plugged in, a dirty charging port...

How to Clean AirPods Without Damaging Them

Experts give the lowdown on how to clean earwax, sweat, and other gunk off your...

How to Clean Your Cell Phone—and How Often You Should

Your phone is grosser than you realize. Here's how to clean it properly.

What Is a Secret Conversation on Facebook and How Do You Start One?

Protect your conversations on Facebook Messenger with this security-savvy feature.

This Is What Your iPhone’s Low Power Mode Really Does

This feature is surprisingly useful—even when your iPhone isn't about to die. Here's when and...

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