Google first-generation Pixel and Pixel XL owners may get up to $500 in class-action settlement

Following a lawsuit, Google agreed to pay owners of an original Pixel or Pixel XL who have encountered microphone issues with the first-generation phones if they were bought before Jan. 4, 2017.

Warning sent to parents about mobile apps used to target children

When it comes to thinking about back-to-school safety, child safety advocates are urging parents not to forget talking to children about online safety. 

Ohio lawmaker blames mass shootings on ‘drag queen advocates,’ video games, ‘open borders’

An Ohio state representative blamed the mass shootings that happened over the weekend on “drag queen advocates,” violent video games and gay marriage, among other things, in a since-deleted Facebook post.

Instagram to hide likes to combat 'social media envy'

Instagram, the photo-sharing app, often shows the perfect image we want to project to the world. But there can be a downside to the idyllic images.

'Smart' diapers alert you when your baby is wet

Diapers have already become so advanced. Some have blue lines that indicate if they're wet. Now Pampers is introducing a new line of diapers called Lumi. You'll be able to get real-time alerts sent to your phone, wherever you are, updating you about your baby's sleep and if your baby's diaper is wet.

Esports makes its way into local high schools

The popularity of esports is skyrocketing and all that interest is paying off in unexpected ways. Virginia is the ninth state to make esports an official part of high school athletics. This month, announcing a one-year esports pilot program. 

Uber glitch charges customers as much as 100 times
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An Uber glitch overcharged customers in the District and other cities around the U.S. nearly 100 times the amount they were supposed to have paid for their rides.

Managing your online reputation
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No matter what your occupation or position -- what you do and say online matters and can be seen by your boss, hiring manager or a client. Annette Harris, president and CEO of personal branding agency ShowUp! has some tips and tricks that anyone can use for developing an online presence.

Building your personal brand on social media
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Brittany Hennessy, the Senior Director of Influencer Strategy and Talent Partnerships at Hearst Digital Media, debuts "INFLUENCER" a book to help social media creators build and bank on their personal brand.