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Tech Tip Tuesday: SMS Scams Are Getting Sneaky – 7 Ways to Spot Them Before They Spot Your Wallet

Techbear is dressed as Sherlock Holmes to investigate potential sms scams. He is looking at a phone screen with multiple 'red flag' keywords.

SMS scams are exploding, and they’re getting dangerously sophisticated. Gone are the days of obviously fake “Nigerian prince” emails—today’s scammers are sliding into your text messages with government logos, job offers, and business “opportunities” that look surprisingly legitimate.
With 95% of text messages read within 3 minutes and consumers losing over $2.7 billion to imposter scams in 2023, your phone has become a prime target for fraud. The three biggest threats right now? Fake job offers promising easy money, government impersonation scams using fear tactics, and business “services” you can actually get for free.
The good news? You can protect yourself with TechBear’s 7-step SMS security framework, from pausing before reacting to enabling built-in spam protection. Whether it’s a “final notice” from the DMV or a too-good-to-be-true work-from-home opportunity, learning to spot the red flags could save your wallet—and your peace of mind.
Read the full guide to discover exactly what to look for, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you’ve already been targeted.

Essential Browser Spring Cleaning: TechBear’s 5-Step Guide to Joyful Browsing

TechBear mascot sweeping out a computer browser window, with cookies and security icons, illustrating "Browser Spring Cleaning" and browser maintenance by clearing the cache and cookies.

Is your browser crawling slower than a sleepy sloth? You’re not alone! Web pages loading at turtle speed, mysterious crashes, and bookmarks messier than a junk drawer are all signs your browser needs some TLC. In just 30 minutes (or 5 if you’re in a rush), you can transform your sluggish browser into a speed demon. Our 5-step spring cleaning guide walks you through clearing cache and cookies, organizing bookmarks, reviewing extensions, cleaning up saved passwords, and boosting security. Say goodbye to digital clutter and hello to lightning-fast browsing that’ll make your workday smoother and your personal time more enjoyable.

Thoughtful Thursday: Human-Centered Tech—How Understanding ADHD and Technology Needs Unlocks Tech Success

TechBear and Jason on a modern talk show set discussing ADHD and technology needs.

Ever wonder why mastering technology feels like herding cats? In a candid interview, TechBear sits down with Jason, the Chief Everything Officer, who reveals his recent ADHD diagnosis and how it sheds light on common tech struggles. Discover why understanding the human side of tech, including executive function challenges, is key to truly making technology work for you – and your business. It’s time for better brains, better tech decisions!