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Your phone and laptop hold your coursework, your social life and your money. The Technology section helps you buy wisely, keep your devices secure and fix common problems yourself. Older guides keep their original date with an update note where the technology has moved on.

The Blackphone, an Android smartphone built for privacy
Updated Oct 27 2026 · Technology

In 2014 the Blackphone promised enterprise-grade privacy to ordinary buyers: encrypted calls and texts, private browsing and tight app permissions. What it offered and… Continue reading »

Students sharing a laptop at a school desk
Updated Oct 24 2026 · Technology

From high school to grad school, a laptop does the heavy lifting a tablet cannot. What to look for in portability, durability, specs and battery life before you buy a… Continue reading »

A smartphone lock screen asking for a PIN
Updated Oct 21 2026 · Technology

Your phone holds your messages, photos, banking apps and your school or university login. Five simple steps every student should take to lock it down and get it back if… Continue reading »

The back of a gold Apple iPhone 5s
Updated Oct 18 2026 · Technology

The iPhone 5S was reliable but not perfect. The most common problems owners reported, from crashes and sensors to battery drain, camera glare and a dead microphone, and… Continue reading »