Jamie Carter

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Jamie writes Contoh’s how-to guides – clear, step-by-step help for everyday tech and life admin.

Daylight Saving Time Ends Nov. 1: A Quick Fall-Back Checklist

Clocks fall back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. Use the extra hour to check device settings, test smoke alarms and swap old batteries.

How to Spot a Deepfake Video: 8 Things to Check

Good deepfakes are hard to catch, but most still slip up somewhere. Here’s a quick checklist to run before you believe – or share – a video.

How to Set Up a Passkey for Your Google Account

Passkeys let you sign in to Google with your fingerprint, face or screen lock instead of a password. Here's how to create one, use it on another computer and remove it if a device goes missing.

How to Make a Home Inventory for Insurance (in an Afternoon)

A home inventory can speed up an insurance claim after a fire, flood or theft. Here's how to make one with your phone in a few hours, and where to keep it.

How to Check Your Credit Reports for Free (Every Week)

Equifax, Experian and TransUnion now let you see your credit report free once a week. Here’s how to get yours from the one official site, and what to look for.

How to Find and Cancel Subscriptions on iPhone and Android

Forgotten app subscriptions add up. Here’s exactly where to find and cancel them on iPhone, Mac and Android, plus what to do when a charge isn’t listed.

How to Turn On Stolen Device Protection on Your iPhone

If a thief learns your passcode, Stolen Device Protection makes it much harder for them to lock you out of your Apple Account. Here’s how to turn it on and what changes.

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