Monthly Archives July 2020

This week we will look at a myriad of I T News Articles, Technologies, and take your calls. Gary will have information on how to get data so you can decide which airline is the safest for you to fly. Ed will have info on the newest iteration of Google Chrome and his unique experience with Gift Baskets of Michigan and junk mail. Cal will fill you in on T- Mobile’s offer for free MLB Streaming. Finally, M I Tech News with Mike Brennan.

Check out Gift Baskets of Michigan

https://www.giftbasketsfrommichigan.com

T-Mobile MLB offer to T-Mobile and Sprint customers

https://www.t-mobile.com/mlb…

Uncle Sam is ready to get his share this coming week. Join Gary, Ed, and Cal as we discuss tech tips for preparing your taxes this year. Get em done right! Also, Mike Brennan with MI Tech News and the I.A. Listener mailbag.

Tax Software Choices

File Federal return Free online with the IRS

https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free

File State 1040 for Free – Check your individual state

https://www.michigan.gov/taxes/0,4676,7-238-44070_46640-288774–,00.html

According to Forbes Magazine

_{The 6 Best Tax Preparation Software Companies of 2020}

• H&R Block:Best Free Option
• TurboTax:Best Expert Help
• TaxAct:Best Free Option, Runner-Up
• TaxSlayer:Best Budget Option
• Liberty Tax:Best Value for the Self-Employed
• Jackson Hewitt: Best Virtual Tax Prep from Home

Recommendations from Nerdwallet

Tax Record Electronic Backup

Encrypt it with a password you can remember.

To media – Flash Drive, CD

To Cloud – 

Make multiple copies

Most cases you have to only retain for 7 years

Make sure you keep copy of software for each year as well for retrieval purposes

Take a look at the new line of wireless chargers for cellphones and alike from Belkin

https://www.belkin.com/us/products/mobile-accessories/Chargers-&-Cables/Chargers/c/wireless-chargers/?irgwc=1&clickid=xp6Ua0TP3190SDSVksU372-EUkiU-d2JL0n4So0&utm_campaign=Online%20Tracking%20Link&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=impactradius&utm_content=ONLINE_TRACKING_LINK_214281…

Join Gary, Ed, and Cal for insightful information on getting that wifi signal out to the the yard, deck, or pool so that you can stay in touch during that holiday cookout. We will be checking the listener mailbag and of course Mik Brennan with MI Tech news.

Some helpful links for WiFi upgrades.

Here are some sources for comparing WiFi mesh systems.

https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-wi-fi-mesh-network-systems

Here is a source for comparing WiFi Routers.

https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-wifi-routers,review-2498.html

Looking for a deal on an Android based device to tie into your outside experience.https://www.amazon.com/b/?tag=georiot-us-default-20&node=11851273011&ascsubtag=tomsguide-us-1030043226888685800-20

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