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Every issue of the Advisorator newsletter, dating back to 2018. Want a super-dense list of just the headlines? You’ll find it here.
Beware of Apple Upgrade
August 4, 2026
While spreading out the cost of Apple hardware may look attractive, it'll likely cost you more in the long run ... Read More →
Sell your old electronics already
July 28, 2026
Over the years I've amassed a bunch of ways to get rid of them, usually ... Read More →
Did you know Spotify can do all this?
July 21, 2026
While Spotify aggravates me in some ways, it's also full of features that make listening ... Read More →
Your library’s overlooked tech features
July 14, 2026
All the tech-related services you might be overlooking from your local library, many of which ... Read More →
Just buy the cheapest printer
July 7, 2026
You can spend a lot of money on a printer, but why should you? ... Read More →
How Jeremy Caplan plans his day
June 30, 2026
The apps and gadgets that carry a CUNY journalism professor through his day ... Read More →
Get some Google storage back
June 16, 2026
Easy ways to free up space in Gmail, Google Photos, and Google Drive ... Read More →
Free up your phone’s storage
June 9, 2026
Use these tips to clear out unwanted apps, files, and photos ... Read More →
My storage-saving rampage
June 2, 2026
Useful tools and clear steps to follow that can help reclaim storage space ... Read More →
Treat AI like an unreliable witness
May 27, 2026
AI tools are capable of provide useful information, but you might need to grill them ... Read More →
My fancy iPad is pointless now
May 19, 2026
After trying to replace my laptop with an iPad Pro, it turns out that what ... Read More →
AI is coming for your computer
May 12, 2026
While desktop AI apps can be helpful, they're also a way for AI companies to ... Read More →
Extra antivirus is still overkill
May 5, 2026
Microsoft says you don't need to pay for Windows antivirus. Not everyone agrees ... Read More →
Put your gadgets in their place
April 28, 2026
I was feeling overwhelmed by the assortment of laptops, tablets, and other gadgets accumulating around ... Read More →
My duplicate photo cleaner
April 21, 2026
After failing to find the duplicate photo cleaner of my dreams, I decided to just ... Read More →
Answering your tech questions again
April 14, 2026
What to do with an old Mac, whether the latest phones are worth buying, making ... Read More →
Fixing AirPods problems
April 7, 2026
Make your AirPods calls sound better with these tweaks ... Read More →
Should you be using built-in password managers?
March 31, 2026
The case against built-in password managers is weaker than it once was, even if I'm ... Read More →
Try this instead of Google Chrome (maybe)
March 24, 2026
A great Google Chrome alternative that I'm nonetheless conflicted about ... Read More →
Every cord cutting column I’ve ever written, dating back to 2014. Recent issues of my Cord Cutter Weekly newsletter are available here.
NFL 2026-2027 streaming guide: It may be cheaper than you think
August 5, 2026
How watch football without paying for more than you need ... Read More →
YouTube is eating TV, and Peacock is the next course
July 29, 2026
Bundling Peacock with YouTube Premium is another step toward subsuming traditional television ... Read More →
Can’t stand Google TV? Make it look like Roku instead
July 22, 2026
Kyu Launcher is one of several ways to simplify your home screen and remove the ... Read More →
Netflix’s plot to become cable hits a wall
July 15, 2026
Earnings are up, but engagement is slowing down. What comes next could get messy ... Read More →
I turned my Plex library into 24/7 streaming channels with this free app
July 8, 2026
With the arrival of NBC channels, the cost is increasing by $9 to $15 per ... Read More →
Fubo quietly raises its prices. Is it still worth considering over YouTube TV?
July 2, 2026
With the arrival of NBC channels, the cost is increasing by $9 to $15 per ... Read More →
Looking for Roku alternatives because of Fox? Here’s the reality.
June 17, 2026
What to expect when Fox buys Roku, and what you can do about it ... Read More →
How to save money on TV without cutting cable
June 11, 2026
Not ready to cut the cord? You can still lower your TV bill in the ... Read More →
Why I avoid subscriptions through Roku and Amazon
June 3, 2026
Just sign up for streaming services on the web instead ... Read More →
Roku’s new home screen is a big change, here’s how to use it
May 27, 2026
The new design emphasizes content over apps, but you can tweak it ... Read More →
Plex Pass’ $750 lifetime price is for suckers
May 20, 2026
If Plex is going to charge that much, it should prove that the investment will ... Read More →
Smart TV or streaming stick?
May 13, 2026
Virtually every new TV is a smart TV now. Here's why you might want a ... Read More →
Google’s video streaming box strategy has backfired
May 6, 2026
Relying on Walmart to sell cheap Google TV streaming dongles was a miscalculation ... Read More →
The new Fire TV OS is for Amazon, not you
April 29, 2026
Amazon's Vega operating system is the future of Fire TV, even though it's currently a ... Read More →
Replacing your expensive TV package with an antenna just got easier
April 22, 2026
Sling's Essentials and Select packages add sought-after sports channels with less bloat than other bundles ... Read More →
Fed up with “Streamflation?” Here’s what you can do.
April 15, 2026
Streaming services keep getting pricier, but there are ways to defray the costs ... Read More →
YouTube TV’s hidden genre plans and how find them
April 8, 2026
These smaller channel bundles can save money if you know where to look ... Read More →
Fire TV’s biggest update in years and how to deal with it
March 25, 2026
Watch the whole tournament for under $20, or spend a bit more for a better ... Read More →
How to stream March Madness the right way
March 18, 2026
Watch the whole tournament for under $20, or spend a bit more for a better ... Read More →
MLB made a mess of baseball streaming. Here’s help.
March 11, 2026
How to watch MLB games in 2026 without losing your sanity ... Read More →