Talking Tech: An Android reunion, plus apps and websites to send aid to Ukraine

It's the last Thursday in February, Talking Tech readers. Brett Molina returns with your top headlines in tech.

Let's start with the subject on many readers' minds: Russia's invasion of the Ukraine.

One of the first questions some readers might ask as they stay up to date on the conflict is how to help those in need.

Paste BN tech columnist Marc Saltzman has compiled a roundup of all the apps and websites where you can send financial donations to help the people of Ukraine. The sites listed provide items such as medical supplies, humanitarian aid, military equipment and more.

What else happened in tech?

SAMSUNG GALAXY S22. For the first time since my old Motorola Droid X, I tested out an Android phone. Samsung's Galaxy S22 launches Friday. As a longtime iPhone owner, I have to say I was impressed.

IT'S NOT JUST FOR ZOOM. Who knew you could use your webcam for anything other than work meetings? Here are five ways to use your webcam that are not Zoom related.

"I MESSED UP MY LIFE." How one woman lost $390,000 in a cryptocurrency scam.

THE FIRST 3G DOMINO FALLS. AT&T shut down its 3G network. How will this affect you and your car?

TRAVEL HACKS. These tech tips will help your next trip go smoothly.

Thursday's tech tip

Are you still charging your phone all the way to 100% battery life? Forgive my rudeness, but stop that right now! It's actually bad for your battery. Here's how to take good care of your smartphone.

On this week's Talking Tech

On the Talking Tech podcast, we discuss travel tech hacks, how to take care of your phone, and the stress endured trying to play a game of Quordle.

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