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Google One VPN rolling out now to iPhone and iPad with 2TB+ plans 

February 2, 2022
In late 2020, Google introduced a VPN for its Google One subscription that provides additional Drive/Photos storage, extended support, and other perks. After initially being Android-only, the Google One VPN is now launching on iOS. Access to the VPN requires a 2TB or higher Google One “Premium” plan that costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 annually. (According to the infographic below, the top…
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Here are four ways to find the battery percentage of your iPhone 13 and earlier iPhones too

February 2, 2022
Noticed that your iPhone 13 (iPhone 12 down to X too) doesn’t show the battery percentage in the status bar? Read along for four ways to show iPhone 13 battery percentage. Many were hoping with the notch being slightly smaller on the iPhone 13 lineup that Apple would put the battery percentage back in the status bar. As it turns out, that didn’t happen but there are still some easy ways to…
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ZAGG launches AppleCare alternative with fixed fees and used device coverage for iPhones

February 2, 2022
ZAGG is out with its latest launch today looking to improve the experience of protecting iPhones (and other smartphones). With its AppleCare alternative called ZAGG Protect, three features stand out: a fixed $49 deductible, coverage for liquid damage, and the ability to cover new and used iPhones alike. ZAGG is entering the smartphone protection market with the goal of offering a “simple…
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An Arizona utility just lost in appeals court for price gouging rooftop solar customers

February 1, 2022
A federal appeals court yesterday ruled that Arizona utility Salt River Project, which services most of the Phoenix metropolitan area, can be held liable for violating antitrust laws because it charged customers who own rooftop solar panels higher electricity rates. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates.
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