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Apple iMac or MacBook Looping Restart with Error After Update

I had an interesting computer challenge this past week. Someone with an iMac was having trouble after an Apple update. The computer would start and then after the login process it would appear to be working. Then in about a minute or less, it would seemingly lose power, the screen would go black, and then… Continue reading Apple iMac or MacBook Looping Restart with Error After Update

Outlook Gmail Errors: “Server Rejected Login” and “Cannot synchronize subscribed folders”

Problem Summary Beginning on 12 September 2019 and continuing through September 16, users of Gmail and Microsoft Outlook began seeing notifications and errors stating “Server Rejected Login” and “Cannot synchronize subscribed folders” and “Cannot connect to the server” when sending and receiving. This happens even if the password has not changed and no changes have… Continue reading Outlook Gmail Errors: “Server Rejected Login” and “Cannot synchronize subscribed folders”

Why You Are Getting the Error: “Apple Card Unavailable. Apple Pay services are currently unavailable. Please try again later.”

For readers with limited time, I’ll offer the quick answer to your question about why the Apple Card application process isn’t working. The quick answer is that it’s broken (for some people some of the time) and there’s no word from Apple as to when it will be fixed. This page will be updated when… Continue reading Why You Are Getting the Error: “Apple Card Unavailable. Apple Pay services are currently unavailable. Please try again later.”

Mobile Phone Cellular Wireless Carrier Provider Signal Strength Maps

If you’re thinking about choosing the best mobile phone service provider for your needs, you’ll want to become familiar with which company offers good coverage where you live and travel. Organizations like OpenSignal and DeadCellZones gather user feedback about coverage to create maps and show areas of poor reception. This information can be helpful in addition… Continue reading Mobile Phone Cellular Wireless Carrier Provider Signal Strength Maps

Measuring Your Mobile Phone Cellular Wireless Carrier Provider Signal Strength

If you’re interested in knowing more about your mobile phone signal strength and reception, it helps to have an app that can give you detailed data. For the iPhone, you can get an app like LTE Speed Coverage Map. The app is free and offers an in-app one-time purchase to remove the advertising for 99… Continue reading Measuring Your Mobile Phone Cellular Wireless Carrier Provider Signal Strength

Verifying Authenticity of Windows Update Notifications

You may receive Windows notifications about updates similar to the one shown below: “Restart and update to stay in support. Support for the Windows 10 April 2018 Update ends in November 2019. Restart to install a supported version of Windows.” Because Windows notifications are easy to replicate and mimic, people are understandably concerned about clicking… Continue reading Verifying Authenticity of Windows Update Notifications

Moto X4 – Check for Android System Software Updates

With most computers, smartphones and other mobile devices, some updates happen automatically. However, it’s a good idea to check monthly for any pending updates and manually install them. The Moto X4 smartphone runs the Android operating system. Follow the steps below to check for system software updates. STEP #1 From the home screen, click on… Continue reading Moto X4 – Check for Android System Software Updates

Google Fi – The Best Mobile Phone Service is Now $20 Per Month

Summary Google Fi lets you have excellent mobile phone service for as little as 20 per month, and $15 per month for each additional phone. Data rates are $10 per 1GB used (up to 6TB then free beyond that). Here are some helpful links and resources for the Google Fi mobile phone service. Use our… Continue reading Google Fi – The Best Mobile Phone Service is Now $20 Per Month

Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard Review

SUMMARY Below are some observations from two weeks of using the Logitech K380 keyboard on various devices. For more details, see the owner’s manual, user guide, and product support page. Overall the keyboard is very comfortable, portable, inexpensive, and easy to use. Despite the problems (cons) listed below, I would highly recommend it. PROS AAA… Continue reading Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard Review

Printer Buying Guide as of July 2019

Summary This page offers some suggestions and considerations for color printers. Here’s a short list of printers that are available at Staples for pickup in store: Epson WorkForce ET-4750 EcoTank All-in-One Supertank Printer – with 2-years of high capacity ink storage. ($350, normally $500) HP OfficeJet Pro 7740 Color Inkjet All-In-One Printer – with 11×17 scanning and… Continue reading Printer Buying Guide as of July 2019

Apple iPhone Notes Storage: Choosing iCloud or Internal Storage

Introduction The Notes app on the iPhone is a very convenient way to store and organize notes. Notes synchronized with your iCloud account can be available on your Apple computer and iPad. Apple provides encrypted security in transit and on their servers for iCloud data. This encryption is similar to what is used for banking… Continue reading Apple iPhone Notes Storage: Choosing iCloud or Internal Storage