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Nintendo account hack FAQ: What happened, who’s at risk, and how you can secure your ID

Since you’re probably playing a whole lot more Switch and 3DS games than usual these days, this hack couldn’t have come at a worse time. Nintendo has announced that more than 150,000 […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPJune 11, 2025
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If you ever set up a Google+ account, you might be due some money

Google+ might be gone but it’s not forgotten. At least not by the courts. On June 10, Google agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit over the “software bugs” that led to some […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPJune 5, 2025
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Oculus VR headsets will soon require a Facebook account

From the moment Facebook acquired Oculus in 2014 we’ve been expecting this news, and it’s finally come. Starting in October, you’ll need a Facebook account to log into Oculus virtual reality devices, […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPJune 5, 2025
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Minecraft’s Java version will require a Microsoft account to play

Mojang said late Wednesday that the legacy, PC-centric Java version of Minecraft will now require a Microsoft account, a decision Microsoft says it’s making for security reasons and to ensure future compatibility. […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPJune 1, 2025
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Windows 11 Pro lets you install Windows 11 with a local account

We already know that Windows 11 Home will require a Microsoft account (MSA) at the beginning of the installation process. What Microsoft hasn’t publicized is whether it’s possible to log in with […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPMay 19, 2025
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Is someone spying on your Facebook account? Here’s how to find out

Unless you fly strictly under the radar, your Facebook account has valuable data about you—like who you speak with the most and what you talk about. It can also be a treasure […]

SecurityBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 29, 2025
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Is a hacker logged into your Google account? Here’s how to tell

If you live in a more populated area, you likely check your doors before bed to make sure they’re locked. The same idea is worthwhile to apply to your vital online accounts, […]

SecurityBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 17, 2025
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Fake ChatGPT extensions want to steal your Facebook account

That Chrome extension you downloaded to add ChatGPT integration to Google results may not be the legitimate one—and it could cause you to lose access to your Facebook account.  Until earlier today, […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 14, 2025
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Windows 11’s Start menu will pester you for using a local account

There are many good reasons to use an official Microsoft account, connected at least nominally to your online presence, in Windows 11. And there are at least as many good reasons not […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 11, 2025
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How to set up passkeys with your Google account

Passwords have one big flaw: If anyone guesses what your password is, you’re left with no defense. It’s why we use password managers and two-factor authentication to better safeguard our accounts. Passkeys, […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 9, 2025

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Smartphone tips

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  • These genius £11 USB-C cables saved me from tangle hell

Security tips

  • How to install a VPN on a Fire TV Stick
  • I use this $18 box to safely plug in all my outdoor smart devices
  • Why using a VPN and Tor together can backfire on your privacy
  • This dual-power LED flashlight makes my Maglite feel like a relic
  • Use this tucked-away Chrome feature to surf the web more safely
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