Ask Trish: Online Diet Culture

Ask Trish: Online Diet Culture

By Trisha Prabhu Hey Trish, do you think what vloggers say they eat in a day is what they actually eat in a day? Hi there, and thank you so much for this interesting – and important – question. Before I get into your question (and my answer/advice!), I...
Ask Trish: My Facebook Account Was Hacked

Ask Trish: My Facebook Account Was Hacked

By Trisha Prabhu Hey Trish, What do I do when my Facebook account is hacked? I received an email saying someone changed my password and I’m locked out!!  I have personal photos and videos I don’t want the world to see. Hi there, and thank you so much for your...

Social media risks and solutions can be nuanced

By Larry Magid One of my favorite phrases is “it’s complicated,” because it expresses the fact that many things in life are not as simple as they seem. That’s especially true when you need to make an important decision. Should you buy or lease your next car – there...
Looking Back on 2022 and Ahead to 2023

Looking Back on 2022 and Ahead to 2023

by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News This year wasn’t a good year for tech, but it was a momentous one. The tech-heavy Nasdaq, as of Wednesday, declined about 31% for the year, with Meta losing 65% of its value. Tesla was also a big loser,...
Parent’s Guide to Meta Quest Pro

Parent’s Guide to Meta Quest Pro

Download guide (PDF) We hear a lot about virtual reality and the “metaverse,” and we’re seeing Meta and other tech companies launch new devices that give people access to more immersive experiences. These virtual experiences will ultimately evolve into the metaverse,...