Technology

Sony Crackle Activate a Device (It’s Super Easy)

• Users will need to enter an activation coder to begin
• Sony provides a handy Frequently Asked Questions list
• Users can call customer support for assistance

Those who want to take full advantage of what the all the new Sony Crackle has to offer can begin by activating their device.  In order to do so, users must first navigate to the Sony Crackle Activate portal.  Upon arrival at the portal, the user will need to enter the activation code shown on their TV screen.  Once the code has been entered the Next button can be clicked to proceed with the device activation process.  After the device has been successfully activated, users will receive access to features such as the Watch Later list, parental controls, and viewing history (just to name a few!).

BOOM!  Now what should I watch on Sony Crackle?

• Start Up – A Crackle Original that is sure to leave viewers on the edge of their seats
• Chosen – Fans may see the “thriller” genre in a whole new perspective after watching
• Super Mansion – Dr. Devizo and his crew are living large in their brand new mansion
• The Ropes – A gritty look at the trials and tribulations of bouncers at an NYC club

Users who are having issues with the device activation process can try clicking the Help Center link located at the bottom of the Sony Crackle Activate portal.  After clicking the link, a new page will appear where a variety of FAQs are available.  In addition to the FAQs, users can also scroll to the top of the page to search for movies, shows, and other content now available on Sony Crackle.  Those with general questions for Sony Crackle can try reaching out to the company’s offices in Culver City, CA.

Sony Crackle Corporate Office Contact Information

• 10202 West Washington Blvd., Suite 2141
• Culver City, CA 90232
• 415-877-4800

Reference

• www.sonycrackle.com/activate

Ready to activate another service?

• Activate Fox Now on a Device

 

 

Khan Academy: Join Your Class (Quick Code Entry)

• The online portal requires a Class Code
• New users can create an account online
• Existing users can login to an account

When it comes to learning there should be no barriers.  It appears Khan Academy is doing it’s part to make sure this is the case judging by the easy online access to its classes.  For instance, users who need to join a class can begin by simply entering the Class Code they received.  Once the user enters the code they can go ahead and sign in to join the fun (does it get any easier??).  By the way, it should be noted that users must have online access to join a class.  Those who have yet to enroll can begin by clicking the Create a New Account tab after they enter the Class Code.

Getting to Know Khan Academy

• The organization has gone from just a one man show to over 150 people strong
• Khan Academy is a non-for-profit business (hard to put a price tag on learning!)
• The organization’s material is being translated into over 36 different languages
• Khan Academy is able to exist thanks to charitable donations and volunteer work

In addition to easy entry, the Khan Academy Join Your Class portal also offers access to a list of available courses.  In order to review the classes, the user must click the Courses link at the top left hand side of the page.  Further, users can also search for specific courses by using the convenient search tool.

It shouldn’t go without being mentioned that donations can be initiated directly from the Khan Academy Join Your Class portal.  In order to make a donation, the user can click the Donate tab and select an amount to give ($10, $20, $30, $40, $50 or other).  Once the donor selects an amount they can wrap things up by paying through PayPal or with a credit card.  Additionally, Khan Academy accepts donations by mail at its PO Box in Mountain View, CA.

Khan Academy Donations Address

• PO Box 1630, Mountain View, CA 94042

Reference

• www.khanacademy.org/join

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• Get a FREE Class Bonus After Real Estate Training

 

 

 

How to Activate Fortnite 2FA (it’s worth it!)

• Players must login to an Epic account to begin
• The game provides a cool emote as a reward
• Accounts comes with password recovery help

Most Fortnite players would agree that a secure account is of the utmost importance.  It appears Epic Games agrees with this as well as the company is now giving players a little reward for securing their accounts with 2 factor authentication (2FA).  Players can begin by going to the Fortnite AFA activation page.  After arriving at the page players can then enter their existing Epic account credentials to login.  Once logged in, Epic provides 2 factor authentication options under the Password & Security section.  It should be noted that players can choose between using either an authentication app (Last Pass, Microsoft, Google, etc.) or email authentication.

Why activate Fornite 2FA?

• Epic will reward players with a Boogiedown emote in the game’s Battle Royale
• Players will earn 50 armory slots and 10 backpack slots for Save the World
• Epic also rewards players with their very own Legendary Troll Stash Llama
• Players are protected from unauthorized account access (first and foremost)

Players who can’t remember their Epic account password can begin by clicking the Forgot your password? link at the Fortnite AFA activation page.  After clicking the link, the system requires an email address before clicking the Send Email button.  Shortly after submitting the email Epic will send instructions on how to reset the account password.

When will I be asked to use my Fortnite 2FA?

• Players will need to use the passcode the first time logging in after enabling 2FA
• Epic will require 2FA for players who are logging in with a new device (makes sense)
• Players who have not signed in for over 30 days will be asked to complete the 2FA
• Browsers with cleared cookies will prompt the need for 2FA to be initiated

Players who have yet to sign up for an Epic account must do so before completing the 2FA activation.  This can be done in just a few seconds by entering a name, display name, email address, and password.  Once the account has been successfully registered activation of the 2FA can take place.

Epic Games Contact Information

• 620 Crossroads Blvd.
• Cary, North Carolina 27518
• 919 854 0070

Reference

• www.fortnite.com/2FA
• www.epicgames.com/fortnite/en-US/news/2fa

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Activating a Device for IFC

• Viewers must enter an activation code to begin
• Viewers must login to their TV provider account
• The system provides its Privacy Policy and Terms

Many people often struggle to find something worthwhile to watch on TV.  However, that doesn’t always need to be the case thanks to the many networks that now provide online streaming services.  For instance, IFC viewers can now set themselves up to watch their favorite content at a moment’s notice.  Viewers can initiate online streaming for the network’s content by going to the IFC Activate page and entering the activation code.  After entering the code, viewers will then need to click the Submit button to proceed (almost identical to the CBS Samsung TV device activation process).  The process of activating a streaming device can be completed by logging into a TV provider account (a few minutes of time is well worth the seemingly endless hours of streaming that will be received in return!).

What should I watch once I’m done activating my device??

• Brockmire – A baseball announcer attempts to reclaim his love of the game
• Portlandia – A strange series that is sure to generate some serious laughs
• Night Flight – Viewers can buckle up and get ready for a ride back to the 80’s
• Documentary Now – A show that makes of parody of the documentary genre
• Baroness von Sketch Show – A sketch comedy that likes to explore the absurd

Viewers can review AMC Network’s Privacy Policy by clicking the link posted at the bottom of the IFC Activate page (IFC is part of the AMC family of networks).  In addition to the Privacy Policy, AMC also provides a copy of its Terms of Use and policy regarding Cookies.  AMC accepts inquiries at the network’s headquarters located in New York, NY.

AMC Headquarters Contact Information

• 11 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001
• 212-324-8500

Reference

• www.ifc.com/activate

Need to activate a device for another network?

• NBC Sports Activate a Device

 

A Guide to My Device Info. Xfinity Customers!

• A zip and download speed are needed to begin
• Xfinity customer account login is provided
• Frequently Asked Questions are available

Let’s face it, new technology isn’t always the easiest thing for folks to get a firm grasp on.  Xfinity customers who agree with this statement may be glad to learn about the company’s one stop shop for finding compatible retail equipment options.  The My Device Info portal from Xfinity can be used by first entering a service zip code along with a download speed.  Once both pieces of information have been entered the Find Equipment button can be clicked to proceed to a list of available options.  Customers who want to know more about a device can click the View Details link to bring up all the specs and details.  Once a device has been decided upon the Buy Equipment button can be clicked to move forward with the purchase.

A Few Examples of Available Equipment

• Motorola MB8600 – A cable modem capable of a whopping 1001 Mbps
• Netgear C7800 – A speedy modem that includes a built in WiFI (score!)
• Netgear CM1000 -1AZNAS – No built in WiFi is included with this one
• ARRIS SB8200 – Perhaps the most aesthetically pleasing of all modems

The desired specs of a device can be filtered at any time by using the side bar posted to the left of the My Device Info Xfinity portal (filter by download speed, brand, voice enabled, built-in WiFi, DOCSIS channels, and DOCSIS version).  Customers who are having second thoughts about a purchase may want to review the information found under the Rent Equipment tab at the bottom of the page (sometimes renting is just the better option).  Questions about compatible devices can likely be answered by clicking the Get Help tab to review the available FAQs.

Comcast Headquarters Address

• One Comcast Center
• Philadelphia, PA 19103

Reference

• www.mydeviceinfo.xfinity.com

 

Login to PS Vue and Activate Apple TV

• A Network ID can be used to login and activate
• An activation code from the device will be needed
• PlayStation Vue app must be downloaded to begin

PlayStation Vue is now up and running on Apple TV and is already bringing viewers seemingly endless hours of television content such as live sports, TV shows, and movies.  However, before any of these can be enjoyed one must first complete the simple device activation process (don’t worry it’s incredibly easy and well worth the effort!)

In order to set up a device for streaming it will first be necessary to navigate to the PS Vue Activate Apple TV page and login using a PlayStation Network ID and account password.  Those who are having trouble getting into the account due to a lost password can click the Trouble signing in? link and enter an email address to begin the account recovery process.  The Get Sign-In Help link can be clicked to trouble shoot a variety of other login problems one may encounter (including what to do if the email used to sign up cannot be remembered).  Once successfully logged into the PS Vue Activate Apple TV page the code shown on the Apple TV device can be entered to finalize the activation.

Why PS Vue?

• Sports are enhanced by features such as league passes, live scores, and multi-view
• Comes with thousands of hours of DVR cloud storage from ANY room in the home
• Can be used to watch live content even from outside of the home (very convenient)
• Setting a home device allows for two more simultaneous streams to use at home
• A variety of different subscriptions are available (just pick whatever works best!)

It should be pointed out that before activating the Apple TV device the PS Vue app must be downloaded from the App Store.  Once the app has been successfully download it can be opened on the device to receive the activation code that can be used at the PS Vue Activate Apple TV page.

Those having issues with the Apple TV activation process (or any other PS Vue related problem for that matter) can try contacting support between the hours of 6 AM and 8 PM PST Monday through Friday.

PS Vue Support Phone Number

• 877-883-7669

Reference

• www.psvue.com/activateappletv

 

 

What to Do After Forgetting a Hulu Account Password

• An email address can be entered to receive a reset link
• Option is provided in the event an email is forgotten
• Hulu customer service contact information is available

It’s hard to imagine something more frustrating than the act of staring blankly at one’s account login screen with not even a remote idea as to what the password is.  Fortunately, Hulu customers can take swift action to remedy such a situation thanks to the online password recovery process found at www.hulu.com/forgot.  The process of getting an account back in action can be initiated by first entering the email address used to register.  Once the email address has been entered the Send Me a Reset Link button can be tapped to have a link sent that can be used to initiate the  password reset process.  Those who suddenly recall the original password can cancel the reset process by clicking the Login button at the top right corner of the Hulu forgotten password recovery page to be redirected to the login screen where an email address and password can be entered to gain access.

Original Shows Offered by Hulu

• Runaways – Focuses on high school students who discover they have superpowers
• Future Man – Chaos ensues when a janitor concurs a nearly impossible video game
• The Wrong Mans – A comedic series that offers a touch of action (half hour episodes)
• 11/22/1963 – A high school teacher finds a portal that leads back to the year 1960
• Chance – A thrilling series based on a novel by Kem Nunn (buckle up for the ride!)

Those who begin the password recovery process only to come to the dreadful realization they also have no clue as to what email address was used to register the account (talk about a double whammy!) can remain calm as the link at the bottom of the Hulu forgotten password recovery page can be clicked to find the account (information about the credit card on file will need to be entered).  General customer inquiries can be addressed by calling Hulu’s toll-free customer service phone number (sometimes the easiest way to handle things is a quick phone call).

Hulu Customer Service Phone Number

• 888-265-6650

Reference

• www.hulu.com/forgot

Activating a Device for OWN GO

• An activate code must be entered to begin
• Frequently Asked Questions list isavailable
• Questions or comments can be sent by email

Sometimes watching a program only during its regular scheduled air time just doesn’t cut it.  Fortunately, the modern-day technological era has provided viewers with anytime and (perhaps more importantly) ANYWHERE access to most of their favorite programming.  For example, fans of OWN can now settle in for endless hours of around the clock content streaming thanks to the network’s streaming app.  Those who think this sounds like a good idea (if not GREAT idea) can begin the device activation process by going to start.watchown.tv/activate and entering the code shown on the device before clicking the Activate! button to proceed (instructions provided on the device must be followed to get the required activation code).  Once the activation process has been successfully completed.  Once the device activation process has been completed there won’t be a whole lot left to do other than pop up a bag of popcorn (or possibly open a bag of chips) and settle into the couch for a long TV binge-sesh.

Shows to Check Out on OWN

• Queensugar – Follow the dramatic (and often suspenseful) lives of the Bordelon siblings
• Home Made Simple – Laila Ali works her magic to help families transform their homes
• The Paynes – A new Tyler Perry sitcom focusing on the adventures of the Payne family
• Mind Your Business – Mahisha Dellinger helps entrepreneurs jump start their businesses
• The Book of John Gray – A thoughtful and funny show about helping others (must see!)

It should be pointed out that both the device and the computer must be connected to the internet before attempting to activate a device at start.watchown.tv/activate (may seem like an obvious step but it doesn’t hurt to clarify!).  Those with questions about the OWN app can try checking out the FAQs available at the network’s main web page.  Questions or comments can be submitted through the Feedback section of the app or sent directly by email.

Feedback Email Address

• feedback@own.tv

References

• www.start.watchown.tv/activate
• www.oprah.com/app/own-tv-shows

iConnect Infosys Online Portal

• Frequently Asked Questions list is available
• Password recovery assistance is provided
• Infosys contact information is available

One of the key features of any online portal is its ability to provide users with quality SUPPORT.  The importance of this is on display with the iConnect Infosys portal.  Those who find themselves staring blankly at the screen with question after question popping in and out of their heads can click the FAQ link to be directed to a new page that includes an EXTENSIVE list of Frequently Asked Questions.  Those who have found an answer satisfactory enough to ease the ole’ noggin can hit the back button on the browser to return to the login screen where a username and password can be entered to gain access.  It should be pointed out that RSA users will need to click the link posted beneath the login fields to be directed to a different login screen where a username and password along with a passcode can be entered to sign into the iConnect Infosys portal.

An Overhead View Infosys

• The company is a worldwide leader in next generation digital services and consulting
• Provides services to clients in 45 different countries (talk about a MASSIVE footprint!)
• Currently provides work to more than 200,000 employees across the globe (stunning)
• Nearly 99% of the company’s revenues are from existing clients (relationship focused)

Users who feel their existing password has gotten a bit stale can click the Change Password link to be directed to a new page where an email address, old password, and new password can be entered to begin the reset process.  A full list of password requirements can be reviewed by reading the information found beneath the password change fields.  It should be pointed out that users should log off after the password change has been made and wait for at least 15 minutes before attempting to login again.  Those with questions can try clicking the Contact Us link posted at the bottom of the iConnect Infosys portal to send an email to support.

Support Email Address

• ISCitrixSupport@infosys.com

Reference

• www.iconnect.infosys.com
• www.infosys.com/about

User Login CBS All Access Account

• Login credentials or social media can be used to enter
• New users can complete the online registration process
• Online password recovery assistance is provided

These days users aren’t always limited to using a just username and password when it comes to gaining access to an account.  For example, those who need to enter a CBS All Access account can choose between the typical username and password login or a login using a previously established social media account (Facebook, Twitter, or Google Plus).  Those who choose to gain access using the traditional method can begin by entering an email address as the username name along with the password before clicking the Sign In button to proceed into the account.  Users who prefer to use social media instead can click on one of the three available icons to bring up a login box for the selected account.   In the event a CBS All Access account password has been forgotten the Forgot Password link can be clicked to begin with the easy online recovery process (always nice to have a self-help account recovery tool available).

Stuff to Watch with a CBS All Access Account 

• Big Brother – The latest season of the fan favorite hit show is now running (buckle up!)
• The Amazing Race – Contestants race around the world (edge of you seat suspense)
• Elementary – A modern-day look at the classic mystery solving duo Holmes & Watson
• 60 Minutes – One of the longest running news programs (50 years and going strong!)

After clicking the Forgot Password link an email address can be entered to receive instructions on how to create a new CBS All Access Account password.  New users who have yet to sign up for an account can begin by clicking the Sign Up link choosing one of the two available plans:  Limited Commercials for $5.99 a month or Commercial Free for $9.99 a month.  It should be noted that both of the available plans come with a FREE week of viewing (a nice way to get the ball rolling!).

CBS Corporation is a mass media company that is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under ticker symbol CBS.  Those with investment related inquiries can try reaching out to the company’s Investor Relations department in New York, NY.

CBS Investor Relations Contact Information

• 51 W. 52nd St., New York, NY 10019
• 877-227-0787

References

• www.cbs.com/all-access/account/