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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.
What a free iPhone will cost you
September 15, 2026
While the big carriers love to yell about getting a new iPhone "on us," they tend to bury important details ... Read More →
Stop your phone from waking you at night
September 8, 2026
If your phone has ever woken you up in the middle of the night for ... Read More →
Why I just completely wiped my computer
September 1, 2026
There is no computing endeavor quite so satisfying as a full factory reset ... Read More →
Huge cord cutting guide update
August 25, 2026
If you're still clinging to cable or want to save more money on streaming, I've ... Read More →
How to actually use a password manager
August 18, 2026
Password managers are supposed to make your online accounts more secure and easier to access, ... Read More →
My favorite tech tools, wireless plan picker updates
August 11, 2026
Updates to my personal tech setup, wireless plan picker, and ultimate app list ... Read More →
Beware of Apple Upgrade
August 4, 2026
While spreading out the cost of Apple hardware may look attractive, it'll likely cost you ... 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 →
Every cord cutting column I’ve ever written, dating back to 2014. Recent issues of my Cord Cutter Weekly newsletter are available here.
The NFL app is (still) an insult to sports streaming
September 16, 2026
The richest U.S. sports league should be able to afford better than this ... Read More →
Stop smart TV snooping by LG and others
September 9, 2026
Worried that your smart TV is spying on you? Here's what will help, and what ... Read More →
How ad-free streaming became so much less affordable
September 2, 2026
Hopefully it'll save me some money, even if it doesn't last ... Read More →
I just cancelled Netflix and it feels great
August 26, 2026
Hopefully it'll save me some money, even if it doesn't last ... Read More →
Peacock raises prices, but you can still get a deal
August 19, 2026
Never pay full price for Peacock year-round ... Read More →
This digital Blockbuster clone is a beautiful nostalgia trip
August 12, 2026
BingeBuster is neat, though it also kind of misses the point ... Read More →
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 →