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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.
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 are free ... 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 →
Help with picking a phone plan
March 17, 2026
Find the ideal plan for your needs and figure out what your old phone is ... Read More →
Switching from Google Search
March 10, 2026
How to switch search engines (and why you should) ... Read More →
Stop getting unwanted email
March 3, 2026
Quick and easy ways to get yourself off of bulk mailing lists ... 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.
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 →
Does Paramount even have a plan for HBO?
March 4, 2026
Paramount's deal to absorb Warner Bros. Discovery leaves a lot of questions unanswered ... Read More →
Are you sharing streaming passwords? Read this first.
February 25, 2026
The moocher's guide to password sharing in 2026 ... Read More →
YouTube TV’s Sports plan is a letdown
February 18, 2026
It could save you money, but don't overlook other options ... Read More →