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This is the official feed for my home business KevinTheTechGuy.ca. Only my latest newsletter posts appear here for those wishing to follow my work on Bluesky. To contact me, please visit my website. I do not check replies and DMs on this account.

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The Latest From Kevin The Tech Guy for August 29th 2025

This week I’m shifting my home biz to focus on practical iPhone tips you can actually use, while keeping my newsletter simple, reliable, and easy to follow. Paid subscribers also get exclusive extras.

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29.08.2025 21:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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From Windows to iPhone: What to Expect From This Newsletter Going Forward

My newsletters will now focus on the iPhone. Here's a clear breakdown of what’s free and what’s included for paid supporters.

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23.08.2025 21:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Alt text: Screenshot of the Windows 10 "Reset this PC" recovery screen. A dialog box titled "Choose an option" offers two choices: "Keep my files" (removes apps and settings but keeps personal files) and "Remove everything" (removes all personal files, apps, and settings). The background shows the Recovery settings menu under "Update & Security."

Alt text: Screenshot of the Windows 10 "Reset this PC" recovery screen. A dialog box titled "Choose an option" offers two choices: "Keep my files" (removes apps and settings but keeps personal files) and "Remove everything" (removes all personal files, apps, and settings). The background shows the Recovery settings menu under "Update & Security."

Reset Windows 11: What You Need to Know Before You Do It

Learn what happens when you reset Windows 11 and what the options are before you follow my full step-by-step guide.

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19.08.2025 02:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: How to Block and Report SMS Spam on Your iPhone

Getting random texts from unknown numbers? Here’s how to block them and report junk messages directly from your iPhone.

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16.08.2025 21:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Latest from Kevin The Tech Guy for August 15, 2025

Inside this issue, I cover the latest Windows and iOS updates, a simple fix for Picture-in-Picture, and explain the new balance between free posts and early access for subscribers.

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16.08.2025 03:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Patch Tuesday is Here for Windows 11 and Windows 10, Including Security Fixes and New Features. Here's What's New

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15.08.2025 01:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Here's an Update on What Free and Paid Subscribers Can Expect Going Forward, Including Early Access to Most Blog Posts for Paid Subs

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14.08.2025 22:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: Every Major Browser Forces Picture-in Picture "Always On Top". Here’s How to Use PowerToys Fix to Override That.

Forced β€œalways on top” Picture-in-Picture is now standard in every major browser. Here’s how to override it in Windows.

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14.08.2025 01:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Proton Authenticator: Import, Export, and Sync Your 2FA Codes Without the Hassle

This is the only major 2FA app that lets you import and export your codes. Here’s what you get for free and what requires a paid Proton account, and why I switched immediately.

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09.08.2025 02:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Latest From Kevin The Tech Guy - August 8th 2025

I’ve decided to keep my home business going, but on a smaller scale. Here’s what that means for repairs, free content, and what paid subscribers will now get for $5 per month.

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09.08.2025 00:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Not Shutting Down After All: Reinventing My Home Business

I’m going to focus on computer repair services, and I'm shifting to a simpler model for the website. Here's what is changing for paid subscribers as well.

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08.08.2025 03:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Looking Back at Ten Years of Windows 10 and Where Things Go From Here [Paid Subs]

Windows 10 turned ten this week, but millions are still using it. Here’s a look at what it got right, what went wrong, and why it’s not going away anytime soon.

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31.07.2025 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: Using Container Tabs in Firefox or Zen Browser

Managing multiple accounts or keeping work and personal browsing separate doesn’t have to be messy. Container tabs give you more control over how sites handle your logins and data.

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30.07.2025 01:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICYMI: Quick Tip: Microsoft Really Wants You to Keep It’s Edge Browser. Here’s How to Safely Uninstall It Anyway.

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29.07.2025 04:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Windows 11 Is Adding Third-Party App Updates to Windows Update. This Might Be The Feature That Makes it Worth Upgrading [Paid Subs]

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28.07.2025 03:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: How to Sign Back into WhatsApp on Your Computer Using the QR Code

If WhatsApp logged you out on your computer, you’ll need your phone to reconnect it. Here’s how to scan the QR code and sign back in without any confusion.

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22.07.2025 20:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A Closer Look at What’s Coming in iOS 26 [Paid Subs]

iOS 26 is getting a fresh look and a bunch of practical and visual updates. From call screening to smarter messages, here are the changes you'll actually care about.

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22.07.2025 01:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICYMI: Kevin’s Picks: Windows Toolbox

Windows 11 comes loaded with apps you didn’t ask for. This tool finally gives you real control over what stays and what goes, and it’s simple enough for anyone to use.

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20.07.2025 23:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kevin's Picks: Croissant - Social Media Cross-Posting Made Simple

I’m paying for Croissant because it saves me time cross-posting to Mastodon, Bluesky, and Threads. Here’s what it costs and how well it works so far.

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20.07.2025 03:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: Check If Your Info Was in a Data Breach, and What to Do Next

Your email login information might be part of a data breach without your knowledge. Here’s how to check, what it means, and what to do next to protect your accounts.

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19.07.2025 01:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Here's Every App I Pay For On My iPhone. Are They Worth Your Money?

Here’s a detailed look at every app subscription on my iPhone, what they cost, and why I keep them. If it’s on my list, it’s earned it's place on my phone.

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18.07.2025 21:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kevin's Picks: InControl

Microsoft pushes updates whether you’re ready or not. GRC's free app InControl gives you control over Windows Update and avoid surprise upgrades.

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17.07.2025 22:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What You Need to Know About Windows 10 Support Ending FAQ

Regular support for Windows 10 is ending in 2025, but your computer doesn’t have to be replaced. Here’s what you need to know and how to keep it secure for another year.

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14.07.2025 02:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: A Smarter Way to Handle Unwanted Emails: If You’re Not Reading It, Unsubscribe From It, Or Ignore It.

Unsubscribing from junk emails isn't always safe. Here's how to clean up your inbox without putting yourself at risk.

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10.07.2025 00:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: Use iCloud to Add iPhone Contacts from Your Computer

Here's an easy way to add contacts to your iPhone address book, instead of squinting and tapping your screen. Use your computer and iCloud instead.

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07.07.2025 04:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: How to Clear Cookies For Just One Website You don’t have to erase all your cookies just to fix one glitchy site. Here’s how to remove cookies for a single website without affecting other websites.

Quick Tip: How to Clear Cookies For Just One Website

You don’t have to erase all your cookies just to fix one glitchy site. Here’s how to remove cookies for a single website without affecting other websites.

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26.06.2025 18:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kevin's Picks: RainDrop.io: An Alternative to Pocket Pocket is shutting down, but you don’t have to lose your saved articles and links. Here’s why I moved to Raindrop.io a while ago, and why it’s a smarter choice for organizing everything I read online.

ICYMI: Kevin's Picks: RainDrop

Pocket is shutting down on July 8th, but you don’t have to lose your saved articles and links. Here’s why I moved to Raindrop a while ago, and why it’s a smarter choice for organizing everything I read online.

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26.06.2025 17:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICYMI: Quick Tip: Have You Checked Your App Subscriptions On Your iPhone Lately? Here’s How. You might be paying for subscriptions you’ve forgotten about. Here’s how to check, manage, or cancel them directly on your iPhone in just a few taps.

ICYMI: Quick Tip: Have You Checked Your App Subscriptions On Your iPhone Lately? Here’s How.

You might be paying for subscriptions you’ve forgotten about. Here’s how to check, manage, or cancel them directly on your iPhone in just a few taps.

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25.06.2025 23:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick Tip: Which Browsers Actually Block Scam Links?

Some browsers do a much better job at blocking scam sites than others. A recent test revealed a clear difference in how they respond to malicious links in text messages.

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22.06.2025 04:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Back After a Break: A Closer Look at Our Recent Move and Two Apps You'll Love!

We've been busy moving from the basement suite to the main floor. I also used a couple of apps to simplify things a bit. Here are some insights into that process.

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19.06.2025 04:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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