Jennifer Jolly
USA TODAY
Oakland, CA, United States
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Meet the VW ID. Buzz 2023: It’s certainly not the hippie bus you remember
The VW ID. Buzz Microbus screams “road trip,” but we’re just not there yet, according to columnist Jennifer Jolly. → Read More
Buy this not that: Here's why Shef, FluentPet, and Storii are my new favorite tech finds
Gadget-makers often forget that what most of us really want is a device that works. Here are some live up to the claims. → Read More
Buy this not that: Here's why Shef, FluentPet, and Storii are my new favorite tech finds
Gadget-makers often forget that what most of us really want is a device that works. Here are some live up to the claims. → Read More
Learn Japanese through anime. Duolingo and Crunchyroll partner for immersive lessons.
Duolingo and Crunchyroll announced a partnership, infusing immersive language lessons with iconic phrases from fan-favorite anime shows like "Naruto." → Read More
The call is coming from inside the internet: AI voice scams on the rise with cloning tech
It only takes three seconds of audio to clone a voice using AI, so it's easier than ever for scammers to make you think a loved one needs money. → Read More
Save money – and the planet: 5 smart home gadgets to lower costs and energy use
The latest smart gadgets and appliances can help save the planet – and a whole lot of money – on everything from food waste to lawn care. → Read More
How to finetune your Twitter settings if worried about your account under Elon Musk
With Elon Musk at the helm, there’s no telling what direction Twitter will head. Here’s a handy guide to getting as much control as possible over your account. → Read More
5 ways to make an old smartphone feel like new in 2022
There are several simple ways to make your older phone feel like new again. Here are five of the easiest to do today. → Read More
Exclusive first look: My Avastars dolls can help you understand the metaverse – finally!
How do you marry the world of physical toys with ethereal objects that don't exist outside of a digital game world? By making both at the same time. → Read More
Considering an electric vehicle? Here's what to expect if you've never driven an EV before.
Rising gas prices are driving demand for electric vehicles. But what’s it really like to switch gears from a gas-powered engine to one you plug in? → Read More
Stress-free side hustle? Make extra cash by renting out your car, boat, bike or pool
There are now apps and sites to rent out all kinds of stuff from lawnmowers and camping gear – to boats, gardens, swimming pools and even chickens! → Read More
Hey grads, clean up your social (media) life before you get to campus or your new job
Social media posts, no matter how old, can have devastating effects, like having your college admission or job offer pulled. Here's how to erase them. → Read More
LinkedIn adds Stay at Home Mom to job titles list; will it help women re-enter the workforce?
Did you quit work to focus on child care or homeschooling amid COVID-19? LinkedIn is making it easier to explain parenting-based gaps on your resume. → Read More
Moving soon? These apps make relocating less of a nightmare
There are several apps that most definitely make moving marginally less annoying and even – who'd a thunk it? – enjoyable. → Read More
Looking for 'tweakments'? Two years of Zoom meetings have Americans seeking high-tech beauty fixes
After staring at our own faces on Zoom calls for what seems like the past bajillion years, there’s a major boom in high-tech beauty “tweakments." → Read More
Travel tech: These apps can help you find a rental car, campsite or RV for your summer vacation
Planning to travel this summer? Rental cars are in short supply, and it's harder to get reservations at America's national parks. These apps can help. → Read More
Travel tech: These apps can help you find a rental car, campsite or RV for your summer vacation
Planning to travel this summer? Rental cars are in short supply, and it's harder to get reservations at America's national parks. These apps can help. → Read More
Make it easy to see, touch and voice control your iPhone: How to make your phone accessible
Apple has a fix for the most common accessibility issues – if you know where to find them. Here are 7 simple iPhone fixes. → Read More
This 'tech support' scam is stealing million from seniors, including my mom
A new version of the old 'tech support' scam has surfaced. Here are some warning signs and what to do if you have fallen victim. → Read More
COVID crushed math grades. There's an app for that
Students -- and parents -- have struggled with math over the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some tech solutions to help boost learning. → Read More