Katie Rees

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Senior Writer and Junior Editor at MUO

Content Writer at Admiral

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Articles

Why I Finally Gave Up My Tablet (and What Replaced It)

1 week ago | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees

Finding the perfect balance between a smartphone and a laptop isn't easy, but that's why we have tablets. However, the flipside is that sometimes, a tablet just isn't enough. If you keep reaching for your laptop and phone but never your tablet, it might just be that you've outgrown it—just like me. Why I Bought a Tablet Simply put, I bought a tablet for convenience. My choice was an iPad that, at the time, was the height of tech (even though this wasn't the first version).
Is Using Two VPNs Better? No-Here’s Why

1 month ago | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees

Using two VPNs must be better than using one, right? Not exactly. Having two VPNs active instead of one may seem like a good way to double up on security, but there's more than one reason why this can complicate your online experience. 4 Reasons You Shouldn't Use Two VPNs VPNs encrypt your internet traffic so your internet provider and other prying eyes can't see what you're doing online. The VPN encrypts data sent from your machine to its servers, providing privacy and safety online.
Christmas Scams | Festive Season Cyber Security | Admiral

Nov 10, 2024 | admiral.com | Katie Rees

Christmas may be ‘the most wonderful time of the year’, but it’s also peak season for scammers and con artists. Read about online safety and identifying Christmas scams here.
How to stay safe online on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Oct 31, 2024 | admiral.com | Katie Rees

Essential tips on how to stay safe online this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Learn how to protect your personal information while shopping online.
How to Connect to and Control Spotify With Alexa

May 8, 2024 | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees

If you've got Spotify, you may want to play your favorite songs and podcasts through your Amazon Echo speaker. But what's the easiest way to do this? And how can you control your Spotify app through Alexa? How to Connect to Spotify With Alexa Spotify can be connected to a range of Echo devices, including the Dot, Pop, Spot, Show, and Tap. Before you can play audio from Spotify on your Echo device, you'll need to connect the Spotify app to your Alexa account.
What Is Near-Field Communication (NFC)? How Does It Work?

May 3, 2024 | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees

NFC is short-range wireless tech for quick communication between devices like phones, tickets, & keycards. NFC, an evolution of RFID, supports two-way communication, unlike RFID, and is used in contactless payments. Risks of NFC include hacking your phone or payment terminal, data theft, and potential payment cloning. Be cautious. Nowadays, contactless payments are everywhere. The technology that allows contactless payments is known as NFC, which stands for near-field communication.
Virtual Assistant

Apr 2, 2024 | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees |Hamlin Rozario |Shreeya Deshpande |Brad Edwards

Do Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant Use AI? You Can Now Replace Google Assistant With Copilot on Android What Is a Virtual Assistant? How Do You Become One?
Contactless Payment

Mar 24, 2024 | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees |Christian Zibreg |Temitope Olatunji

Google Pay vs. Samsung Pay: Which Payment Service Should You Use?
The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning Your Smartphone

Mar 21, 2024 | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees

Avoid using water and harsh chemicals. Stick to gentler cleaning materials like microfiber cloths, rubbing alcohol, or Clorox wipes. Be cautious when cleaning ports. Use compressed air, cotton swabs, or toothpicks wrapped in cotton wool to remove debris without causing damage. Clean camera lenses with a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol. Use circular motions and avoid pressing down too hard. Compressed air can also be used at a safe distance.
VPN Won't Connect? 5 Ways to Fix It

Mar 8, 2024 | makeuseof.com | Katie Rees

Readers like you help support MUO. When you make a purchase using links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Read More. Update your VPN app regularly to avoid connection problems. Ensure a stable Wi-Fi connection to prevent VPN issues. Switch VPN servers if you experience slow speeds or connectivity issues. There can be many reasons why your VPN won't connect.