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1:48 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
The FBI has issued a dire warning to everyone who
has a router in their home. The Internet Crime Complaint Center sent a
rare Public Service Announcement declaring: "Foreign cyber actors have
compromised hundreds of thousands of home and office routers and other
networked devices worldwide."
The hackers are using VPNFilter malware to target
small office and home office routers, the FBI said. "VPNFilter is able
to render small office and home office routers inoperable," the FBI
warns. "The malware can potentially also collect information passing
through the router. Detection and analysis of the malware’s network
activity is complicated by its use of encryption."
The
feds recommends "any owner of small office and home office routers
reboot the devices to temporarily disrupt the malware and aid the
potential identification of infected devices." They also advise to
consider disabling remote management settings on devices, use
encryption, upgrade firmware and choose new and different passwords,
which is pretty much best practice anyway.
The
IC3, formerly known as the Internet Fraud Complaint Center was renamed
in October 2003 to include this kind of attack. Their stated mission "is
to provide the public with a reliable and convenient reporting
mechanism to submit information to the Federal Bureau of Investigation
concerning suspected Internet-facilitated criminal activity and to
develop effective alliances with law enforcement and industry partners."
Today, that means telling you to reboot your router, so hop to it.
1:45 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
A new piece of Russian malware that can destroy consumers’ routers has the FBI warning users to restart their devices. But that won’t necessarily ensure that your router doesn’t become reinfected.
To
inoculate your device, your best bet is to download the latest
firmware. It might sound scary, but it’s surprisingly easy to do on your
own.
From Russia, with love
The malware, according to The Justice Department,
comes by way of the group known as Fancy Bear, which is believed to
operate as part of Russia’s military intelligence service. If left
untreated, the software could be used to monitor any traffic that goes
across your router, surveil basically anything you do online, block
certain websites or destroy your device entirely.
About
500,000 devices around the world are said to be infected with the
malware, which could be used to form a network of zombie devices that
could take down websites by overloading their servers.
To
protect your router, you can download the appropriate firmware through
its manufacturer’s website. It’s recommended that you connect the
computer from which you’re installing the update directly to your router
using an ethernet cable to prevent any connection issues between the
devices.
For Netgear (NTGR) routers, you can go to routerlogin.net to access your router’s page. Enter your username and password, go to the Administration tab under Advanced and click the update option.
Owners of Linksys routers can find the latest firmware on Linksys’s support website. You then have to type the following IP address into your browser’s address bar: 192.168.1.1 before heading over to the Administration tab. From there, you’ll need to select firmware upgrade, choose the firmware you downloaded and install it.
MikroTik router owners can update their firmware via the RouterOS software, making upgrading relatively straightforward.
TP-Link router users should visit TP-Link’s download center website
to download the appropriate firmware. You’ll then need to access your
router by going to tplinkwifi.net and entering your username and
password. From there, you can install the firmware to update your
device.
Once
you’ve installed the appropriate patch for your system, you should be
protected from any potential malware. In fact, you should regularly
download software updates for all of your devices, as well as the
operating devices for your computer or phone. Doing so should save you
plenty of headaches in the future.
1:43 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
When Apple released the latest iPad a few months ago, people were
mostly ecstatic about two things - the price point and support for the
Apple Pencil. The iPad is one of the most iconic Apple gadgets on the
market and everyone was excited about the latest changes.
With
competition from cheaper gadgets from Amazon and other Android-based
tablets, the new features at the same price point was definitely the
shot in the arm that Apple needed to make the basic iPad relevant again.
The
iPad Pro may be the best choice for artists and graphics professionals,
but for the average consumer, the entry-level iPad is the better
choice. Read on and I'll tell you why.
1. Size is perfect
There's
a reason why the iPad's 9.7-inch form factor has endured through the
years, it's just about right in terms of screen size and portability.
For most people, the iPad Mini is too small and the iPad Pros are too big for portable use.
2. Weight
Here's another good reason why you should consider getting a basic iPad instead of an iPad Pro.
Weight-wise,
the entry-level 9.7-inch iPad and the 10.5-inch iPad Pro are virtually
the same at around a pound. (The 12.9-inch iPad Pro is half a pound
heavier.) So for the price difference, you're not getting any weight
advantages with the iPad Pro.
3. The display is still great
The
iPad Pro may have all the bells and whistles in terms of display
technology - ProMotion, True Tone, wider color range, laminated
display with anti-reflective coating - but the basic iPad's Retina
Display is still a very good display. For everyday usage, you probably
won't even notice the difference.
4. Now supports Apple Pencil
One
big advantage of the iPad Pro over the old iPad was Apple Pencil
support. That changed with the latest 9.7-inch iPad. Now, everyone can
take advantage of the Apple Pencil's on-screen drawing capabilities, not
just graphics professionals, artists, and digital doodlers.
5. Smart Keyboard is no big deal
Although
almost every iPad Pro accessory that connects via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
will also work with the entry-level iPad, peripherals with Smart
Connectors won't. That makes Smart Connector equipped accessories like
the Smart Keyboard a no-go for the entry-level iPad.
That's not a
big deal since there are tons of Bluetooth keyboards that will work with
the basic iPad.
They're siginificantly cheaper too.
6. Cameras are still great
Aside from the display, another significant difference between the iPad Pro and the basic iPad is camera quality.
The
iPad Pro's rear cameras can shoot optically stabilized 4K video and the
selfie camera can handle 1080p Full HD video. The entry-level iPad has
an older camera system (similar to the iPhone 7) so no 4K and the selfie
camera can only shoot 720p.
However, iPads are rarely used for
serious photography anyway due to their size so the cameras are a
non-factor for the average consumer anyway.
7. The iOS experience is still the same
iOS
11 works almost the same on the basic iPad and the iPad Pro. Same
ecosystem, same App Store, virtually the same apps and experience. The
only noticeable difference is the iPad Pro's capability of multitasking
three simultaneous apps.
8. Price
This is the best reason why you should consider buying the 9.7-inch iPad instead of the iPad Pro - the price difference.
The cheapest 10.5-inch iPad Pro starts at $649 but you can get a 9.7-inch iPad for as low as $329.
So if you're looking for a great iPad experience without breaking the bank, the basic iPad is your best bet.
3:12 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
Do you have a Chromebook in your arsenal of gadgets? If you don't
know, they are similar to a laptop but just a little bit different.
Chromebooks run on a web-based operating system by Google known as
Chrome OS. It's specifically built to be used with an internet
connection and they are fairly inexpensive.
Most of the apps and
documents for a Chromebook are based in the cloud. The great thing is,
Google provides 100 GB of cloud storage for free on all Chromebooks for
the first two years.
(Note: 100 GB of storage is $1.99 per month or $9.99 for 1 TB per month after the first two years.)
There
are many practical reasons to get yourself a Chromebook. One is to use a
dedicated Chromebook to take care of your finances. Some of you might
be skeptical, asking yourself, why not just buy a laptop?
That's why you need to know Kim's five reasons to set up a financial Chromebook.
1. Conduct your financial business with peace of mind
The
best reason to set up a financial Chromebook is for security purposes.
Using a Chromebook strictly for the purpose of conducting financial
business is a procedure known as "sandboxing."
Sandboxing is a
security term that refers to programs that are set aside from other
programs in a different environment. This is important in situations
where errors or security issues occur. When programs are separated like
this, issues will not spread to other areas of your gadget. Programs or
files are sequestered in their own area, in the case of Chromebooks, in
the cloud.'
Since Chromebooks store everything in the cloud and not
on a hard drive, you don't have to live in fear of being infected with a
virus. Using Google's Chromebook means you don't have to worry as much
about security.
Google has multiple layers of protection built into Chromebooks. Those include:
Automatic Updates - Chromebooks are always running the most updated version of the OS, so you don't have to download patches.
Sandboxing
- Each webpage and application runs in a confined area called a
sandbox. If the Chromebook is directed to an infected page, it can't
affect the other tabs or apps, or anything else on the machine. The
threat is contained.
Verified Boot - Chromebook automatically checks for malware when you start it up, and it fixes any problems before it opens.
Data Encryption
- Most data on Chromebooks are saved to the cloud, but anything saved
to the computer is encrypted so it's nearly impossible to be hacked.
Recovery Mode - If anything goes wrong, you can simply revert to an earlier version that was safe.
Another
reason Chromebooks are secure is its operating system does not allow
the installation of traditional apps or programs. This really cuts down
the chance of downloading a virus.
To keep your finances secure,
only use the Chromebook for financial business. Don't use it to surf the
web, check email, shop online, or visit any social media sites.
Also,
delete all financial bookmarks that you might have on your old computer
and don't forget to clear its history. Once your financial Chromebook
is set up, never use another gadget to access your financial accounts.
2. The right gadget at the right price
Another
reason to set up a financial Chromebook is the low cost. Laptops can
run you over $1,000, which wouldn't be cost effective to exclusively use
it for one function.
However, you can pick up a powerful Chromebook for under $200. (Psst!
Keep reading and we'll show you a few under $200 Chromebook options.)
That makes it the perfect device to have for the sole purpose of
conducting financial business.
3. Programs you want with no extra costs
When
you're working on your finances, you might want to use some of the
programs that come with Microsoft Office. As you know, that can be
expensive and not something you want to pay for if you're trying to save
some money.
Good news! Chromebook's use the free Google Drive
suite for its spreadsheet and word processing functions. Since it's
free, you won't have to pay for Office and you can keep some coin in
your wallet.
4. Super easy to use
With a portable design
and seamless offline transition, Chromebooks make work easy for everyone
on the go. It's basically an instant-on gadget.
What I mean is,
once you've logged into your Google account, you're ready to go. No long
load times and no confusing setup. Just flip it open and get going.
5. Stay charged all day
Chromebooks
are known to have extremely long-lasting batteries. In fact, there's a
good chance that your Chromebook's battery will last from one charge for
most of the day.
The typical Chromebook has up to 10 hours of
battery life. That makes it a reliable device to keep track of all your
financial business whenever you need it.
Keep reading for a few of our Chromebook picks that you can choose from. They're easy on the wallet so you're sure to love them.
Check out these impressive under $200 Chromebooks
Google
created the Chromebook operating system. Then, manufacturers like Acer,
Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo and Samsung make the gadgets that run Chromebook
OS.
So, you have a lot of options when buying one. Of course,
when you're paying $200 or so for a Chromebook, you're not getting all
the bells and whistles you will with a more costly laptop.
Yet,
you can do just about everything on a Chromebook that you would on a
more expensive laptop. You'll want to check each Chromebook's specs,
though, to compare one to another.
If you're thinking about
picking up one of these inexpensive devices, here are a few to look
into. These Chromebooks are available for under $200 on Amazon.
HP Chromebook
This HP Chromebook 11 G5 is affordable but still packs a punch. It has an 11.6-inch screen with a sharp LCD display.
It
comes with a 16 GB hard drive, 4 GB of RAM, and an Intel Celeron
processor with a processing speed of 1.6 GHz. It weighs just 3.9 pounds
and runs the Chrome operating system.
You can't go wrong with this
HP Chromebook. Order yours from Amazon for under $185 today while
you're thinking about it by clicking the link below.
Samsung Chromebook 3
If
you're looking to spend even less, this certified refurbished Samsung
Chromebook 3 might be perfect for you. It comes with a 90-day warranty,
so don't fear the refurbished tag.
This Chromebook has an
11.6-inch display and a 16 GB hard drive with an Intel Celeron
processor. The Google Chrome operating system is used and has 4 GB of
RAM. Simply click the link below to pick one up today.
Acer CB3
Here's
another under $200 Chromebook that will get the job done. Acer's
Chromebook CB3 has an 11.6-inch screen that provides sharp images.
It
has an Intel Celeron processor and runs the Chrome operating system.
This slick gadget has a 16 GB hard drive with 2 GB of RAM. Order yours
from Amazon for under $185 by clicking the link below.
2:34 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
"Cutting the cord" is a popular trend, and for good reason. This, of
course, is when you get rid of cable or satellite and turn to streaming
services for your TV viewing.
There are so many streaming services
available these days it's difficult to justify paying nearly $200 per
month for cable. These services offer a less expensive way to watch TV
that could help you save hundreds of dollars over the course of a year.
Many
people believe all you need to successfully cut the cord is to purchase
a smart TV. However, if you're only streaming with smart TV apps you're
really missing out on some truly amazing features.
That's why you need to know these 5 reasons smart TV users should own a streaming box.
1. Get more of what you want
The
most important reason to own a streaming box is all the extra content
that it provides. TV manufacturers have partnerships with content
providers like Amazon Video, or Spotify.
That means that certain
content available on a Samsung smart TV might not be available on an LG
smart TV. You don't want to be limited by your TV and shut out from any
content provider.
Streaming boxes typically don't have
partnerships like that and content isn't blocked. You always want to
have every option available. It just makes for a better experience.
2. Faster is always better
If
you own a smart TV, there's a great chance that you've experienced this
frustration. I'm talking about trying to use an installed app but
having to wait for what seems like forever for it to update.
Depending on your Wi-Fi connection, updating the numerous apps can take hours. This actually happens more than you would think.
Streaming
boxes don't have this issue. They typically receive updates in the
background and it happens super quickly. Most likely you won't even know
it's happening.
3. Better technology that's easier to use
TV
manufacturers are great at providing quality picture and the latest
television technology. When it comes to the smart TV extras, not so
much.
For example, the remote control. Most smart TV's have a
basic remote that can be hard to navigate. But streaming boxes come with
remotes that are designed to give you the ultimate experience.
With
the streaming box remote, you'll most likely have buttons that are
dedicated to the most popular apps like Amazon Video and Netflix. Some
even come with a headphone jack built-in so you can listen to audio
without disturbing others.
4. Extend the life of your TV
If
your smart TV is your only streaming source it could become a financial
problem. That's because many manufacturers only extend the most recent
features and streaming abilities to the previous generation of smart
TVs.
If your smart TV is only a few years old but doesn't receive
the latest updates, it probably won't function to its utmost potential.
This could make you think it's time to replace the television and you
know how much that can cost.
There's no reason to spend hundreds
or even thousands of dollars on a new smart TV when you can simply use a
streaming box. It could save you tons of money in the long run.
5. Less clutter
Have
you noticed how much useless junkware is found on a smart TV? You'll
see tons of extra settings and features that you're never going to use.
That's not the case with streaming boxes. You will have a cleaner, easier to use experience that you're going to love.
Now that you know streaming boxes are the way to go, check out our pick of the latest and greatest model.
You
can watch an unlimited library of TV shows, movies and sports using the
SkyStream Media Center, Netflix, Hulu, SlingTV or any of your favorite
streaming apps and subscriptions!
This TV streaming box offers you
an in-between when cutting the cable. If you want more than local
channels but less than cable this is what you are looking for. It comes
with an Android operating system so any Android app can be downloaded
and used, such as social media and music players like Spotify and
Pandora.
It comes with Bluetooth so you can connect a Wireless
Keyboard, Speakers or Headphones. You can also connect an Antenna to get
local channels. With the fastest processor available and biggest memory
storage on the market, there will be no slow streaming. You can turn it
on and start watching movies within two minutes.
1:19 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
You're settled comfortably on the couch for a family movie night or a marathon session of your favorite TV series.
Without
warning, your relaxing night turns into a nightmare as the streaming
internet video keeps pausing to buffer, or the image keeps alternating
between clear and blurry. It's almost enough to make you go running back
to cable.
Of
course, you don't want to do that. With cable, you end up paying a
fortune each month for a bunch of channels and shows you never watch.
Plus, you can't watch what you want on demand.
Fortunately, I can help you fix your video streaming problems so cable can stay a distant memory.
1. Check your Wi-Fi
The
majority of streaming video gadgets, smart TVs, tablets and laptops
connect to the internet via your Wi-Fi network. That's great for
avoiding cables cluttering up your living room, but Wi-Fi isn't always
the most reliable connection.
While
you're thinking about your router, you should also think about the last
time you bought a new one. An old 802.11g router, and even an early
single-band (2.4Ghz) 802.11n router, is going to struggle with video.
If
you're constantly losing your wireless signal, experiencing slow
streaming video with constant buffering, or have to wait longer than
usual for webpages to load, there's a good chance your router is having
trouble keeping up with your networking demands.
It may be time to upgrade your router that's compatible with the newer standards.
You
should also check to see if your router has a system to prioritize
network traffic you can turn on. Some routers call this QoS (Quality of
Service). With this feature, you could set time-sensitive activties like
streaming media to have higher priority over other types of activity.
If
you have a limited internet connection, and a number of people using
it, this prioritization can mean the difference between solid video
quality and flinging the remote in frustration.
2. Ditch the Wi-Fi
Not
every Wi-Fi problem can be solved with an upgrade. Maybe you can't do
away with interference between the router and your streaming gadget.
Perhaps you have a lot of people in the house, and the Wi-Fi is always
in heavy use. Maybe your streaming gadget is older and doesn't support
the latest Wi-Fi standards.
If you really want to clear things up,
connect your streaming gadget directly to your router with an Ethernet
cable. This removes any possible environmental interference, and gives
you consistent speed.
The only downside is running the cable long
distances around your house. Fortunately, even a 50-foot Cat 6
networking cable should set you back less than $20.
Of course, not
every gadget is going to have an Ethernet port. For example, tablets
don't, streaming sticks don't and neither do the cheaper Roku models.
However, higher-end streaming units, video game consoles and most Smart
TVs will.
3. Talk to your ISP
What happens if you upgrade
your Wi-Fi, or plug your streaming gadget into your router, and your
video streaming quality hasn't improved? It's time to talk to your
internet service provider.
Some
ISPs also don't stream video that well, or even throttle video to
reduce the load on the network. Netflix, being one of the largest video
streaming services in existence, keeps close tabs on how well ISPs
stream its video. Visit Netflix's ISP Speed Index site to see how your ISP's Netflix speeds fare against other providers.
Thankfully,
it looks like ISPs are ramping up their Netflix sppeds. Anything below
3Mbps isn't going to give you full video quality. And even these are
averages, so you could see less with any of these services.
Talk
to your provider and see what's up. You might find the problem
"magically" solved once you bring it to its attention. Or maybe there
really is a problem with your connection that can be fixed. It never
hurts to ask.
12:54 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
You've had a question on your mind for years, maybe even decades. It
began long ago when a hardcore group of computer users ditched the
standard-bearer for PCs and laptops, in favor of a decidedly cooler
operating system (OS).
That question used to be: Which is the better OS, Microsoft Windows or Apple's MacOS (previously OS X)? Now, it's even trickier: Windows or MacOS or Google's Chrome OS?
The good news is, there is an obvious OS for your family and you. It just depends on how you're using your PC, laptop or tablet.
Let's
start with Microsoft's Windows since it's in about 90 percent of
computers. That doesn't mean it's the best OS for you, but it's worth a
look.
Windows 10
You
have an impression of Microsoft and Windows if you've been using PCs
and laptops for more than a few years. For instance, if you work on a
Windows PC every day, it's like riding a bike.
You know what to do
from the minute your turn on your computer to the minute you shut it
down. You know where to find folders and files and you know how to use
its newest features, no matter what those happen to be at the moment.
These
days, you have good reason to stick with Windows. After a years-long
slide into oblivion in the 1990s and 2000s, Microsoft radically
overhauled Windows to Windows 10 about three years ago.
It's
easier to use, faster and more secure than past versions of Windows.
More to the point, Windows 10 outshines MacOS and Chrome OS on a number
of fronts.
For starters, Windows 10 has a lot of updates - about
two a year. Microsoft has been rolling out significant improvements and
features, like TimeLine, with each new version.
Apple's Mac OS and Google's Chrome OS have a sluggish update schedule, by comparison. Windows 10 has a few other advantages.
Windows
10 works with just about every non-Apple PC, laptop and tablet that's
currently available. Over the years, Microsoft and other companies have
developed countless software programs, including games.
If you use
Windows 10 at work, you know that it's designed for business people and
students with programs that are as relevant in 2018 as they were
decades ago. If you use Word or Excel, you know there are very few
suitable replacements.
MacOS
Long
before Apple took over the smartphone business with iPhones, it had a
loyal, but comparatively small fan base. People have always loved MacOS
for a few reasons, which continue today.
Macs are arguably the most secure computers and they're easy to use. That's especially true for first-time computer users.
Mac
OS isn't nearly as bogged down as Windows 10 with countless layers of
files and folders. Macs also have far fewer software options, but that
has given Apple the chance to excel at the ones it does have, notably
anything related to design and graphics.
Of course, Apple has a
few downsides that span all its products. First, only Apple makes
hardware to work with MacOS, so there are limits on what you can use it
for - notably, there's a dearth of games.
Second, Macs tend to be
expensive compared to Windows- and Chrome-based computers. You probably
know that you'd be hard-pressed to buy a MacOS computer for $300 or
less.
Chrome OS
Chrome OS, in sharp contrast to MacOS,
runs on low-cost computers. These are few-frills laptops that you'll
most often use to access the internet and internet-based software for
business people and students, like Google Docs.
You can easily
find a Chromebook for less than $300 - many cost less than $200. And
these are often high-quality, user-friendly laptops and 2-in-1 laptops
that can also be used as a touchscreen tablet.
You won't have much storage or many software programs with Chrome OS. But who cares?
If
you don't need to work with a specific type of software, and you can
use an internet-based alternative, Chrome OS may be a great option for
your family. They're easy to use and they're inexpensive.
Chrome OS also has solid, built-in security features. Plus, you can download Android apps on it to get a lot more functionality.
If
you're using a laptop mostly to watch videos, like on Netflix and
YouTube, or to chat on sites like Facebook or Snapchat, Chrome OS is
ideal. It may be the better option for you than Windows OS or MacOS.
1:00 PMHigh Tech House Calls, Expert Computer Consulting
As we get closer and closer to summer, temperatures all over will
continue to rise. In many places, that means time spent outside will be
lessened in favor of indoor activities because air conditioning is a
wonderful thing.
While basking in the cool air technology
provides, a great way to pass the time is to catch up on everything
Netflix. Just as sure as May will replace April on the calendar, the
streaming service's lineup will also change.
What is on the way and what is heading out?
First, here's what's coming:
Coco (2017)
Every
now and then a movie comes along that just tugs at everyone's heart
strings. "Coco," by Disney Pixar, was one of them. It also tugs at
guitar strings, as the story follows a young boy, Miguel (voiced by
Anthony Gonzalez) who feels like he is destined to play music but is
part of a family who has banned music from their lives.
Not
willing to settle for that, he goes on a mysterious journey that leads
him to the Land of the Dead, where he sets out to find his great-great
grandfather, the greatest musician in the history of Mexico. He meets
many skeletal dead people along the way, including a man named Hector
(voiced by Gael Garcia Bernal) who tries to help Miguel reach his
grandfather.
Along the way, Miguel learns more about his family
than he ever imagined in this critically acclaimed film, which earned a
97 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes with an average grade of 8.2 out of
10.
Cargo (Netflix Original)
What
wouldn't a father do for his child? That's the backdrop of "Cargo,"
which follows a father (played by Martin Freeman) who is trying to get
his baby daughter to safety in a world that has been ravaged by a zombie
apocalypse. Worse, the father, Andy, was infected and will at some
point in the future turn into a zombie himself.
But before that
happens, he sets out to bring his daughter to safety, wherever that may
be in the Australian outback. In the process he comes across many
different people, some of whose intentions are hardly pure.
In
all, this feature-length version of a short with the same name, is more
than anything, a story about humanity and the human connection, as a
world where you can't trust people -- even when you most need to -- is
one that makes things very, very difficult.
Shrek (2001)
If
you are looking for a laugh, this movie is for you. "Shrek," which came
out in 2001, is one of those rare animated comedies that can really
appeal to all generations.
A star-studded cast that includes Mike
Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy and John Lithgow helped to tell the
tale of an ogre who was able to find love in the most unlikeliest of
places. With a unique way of poking fun at all sorts of popular fairy
tales and stories, this movie provides laugh after laugh after laugh.
Shrek
was so popular it spawned multiple sequels, all of which were also
funny (but none of which are currently on Netflix). At least you can
watch the movie that started it all.
Other highlights:
That's
not all, of course. Other notable newcomers include "The 40-year-old
Virgin" and "Scream 2," a pair of sequels that could not be more
different in terms of what types of movies they are.
Another
Netflix Original, "The Rain," is a Danish film about life after a
rain-born virus wipes out most of the population. It follows a pair of
young siblings who try to survive as they continue to look for safety.
New seasons of "Bill Nye Saves the World," "Inspector Gadget" and "The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" will also drop in May.
Here's what else is arriving in May
May 1
27: Gone Too Soon
A Life of Its Own: The Truth About Medical Marijuana
Amelie
Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures: Season 1
Beautiful Girls
Darc
God's Own Country
Hachi: A Dog's Tale
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay
Hellboy II: The Golden Army
High School Musical 3: Senior Year
John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous Live at Radio City (Netflix Original)
Mr. Woodcock
My Perfect Romance
Pocoyo & Cars
Pocoyo & The Space Circus
Queens of Comedy: Season 1
Reasonable Doubt
Red Dragon
Scream 2
Shrek
Simon: Season 1
Sliding Doors
Sometimes (Netflix Original)
The Bourne Ultimatum
The Carter Effect
The Clapper
The Reaping
The Strange Name Movie
Yu-Gi-Oh! Arc-V: Season 2
May 2
Jailbreak
May 4
A Little Help with Carol Burnett (Netflix Original)
Anon (Netflix Original)
Busted!: Season 1 (Netflix Original)
Dear White People: Volume 2 (Netflix Original)
End Game (Netflix Original)
Forgive Us Our Debts (Netflix Original)
Kong: King of the Apes: Season 2 (Netflix Original)
Lo más sencillo es complicarlo todo
Manhunt (Netflix Original)
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman: Tina Fey (Netflix Original)
No Estoy Loca
The Rain: Season 1 (Netflix Original)
May 5
Faces Places
May 6
The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale (Streaming every Sunday - Season 1 Finale on May 13) (Netflix Original)
May 8
Desolation
Hari Kondabolu: Warn Your Relatives (Netflix Original)
May 9
Dirty Girl
May 11
Bill Nye Saves the World: Season 3 (Netflix Original)
Evil Genius: the True Story of America's Most Diabolical Bank Heist (Netflix Original)
Spirit Riding Free: Season 5 (Netflix Original)
The Kissing Booth (Netflix Original)
The Who Was? Show: Season 1 (Netflix Original)
May 13
Ali Wong: Hard Knock Wife (Netflix Original)
May 14
The Phantom of the Opera
May 15
Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce: Season 4
Grand Designs: Seasons 13 - 14
Only God Forgives
The Game 365: Seasons 15 - 16
May 16
89
Mamma Mia!
The 40-Year-Old Virgin
The Kingdom
Wanted
May 18
Cargo (Netflix Original)
Catching Feelings (Netflix Original)
Inspector Gadget: Season 4 (Netflix Original)
May 19
Bridge to Terabithia
Disney’s Scandal: Season 7
Small Town Crime
May 20
Some Kind of Beautiful
May 21
Señora Acero: Season 4
May 22
Mob Psycho 100: Season 1 (Netflix Original)
Shooter: Season 2
Terrace House: Opening New Doors: Part 2 (Netflix Original)
Tig Notaro Happy To Be Here (Netflix Original)
May 23
Explained (Netflix Original)
May 24
Fauda: Season 2 (Netflix Original)
Survivors Guide to Prison
May 25
Ibiza (Netflix Original)
Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life (Netflix Original)
The Toys That Made Us: Season 2 (Netflix Original)
Trollhunters: Part 3 (Netflix Original)
May 26
Sara's Notebook (Netflix Original)
May 27
The Break with Michelle Wolf (Netflix Original)
May 29
Coco
May 30
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Season 4 (Netflix Original)
May 31
Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman: Howard Stern (Netflix Original)
Here is what's leaving Netflix in May
May 1
Bridget Jones's Diary
Casper
Chappie
Charlotte's Web
Field of Dreams
GoodFellas
Ocean's Eleven
Sahara
Silent Hill
The Exorcism of Emily Rose
The Hurt Locker
To Rome With Love
To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar
May 2
12 Dates of Christmas
Beauty & the Briefcase
Cadet Kelly
Camp Rock
Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
Cow Belles
Cyberbully
Disney’s The Cheetah Girls
Disney’s The Cheetah Girls 2
Disney’s The Cheetah Girls: One World
Frenemies
Geek Charming
Good Luck Charlie: It's Christmas
Hello Sister, Goodbye Life
High School Musical
High School Musical 2
Jump In!
Lemonade Mouth
Little Einsteins: Seasons 1 - 2
My Fake Fiancé
Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension
Phineas and Ferb: Seasons 1 - 4
Princess Protection Program
Princess: A Modern Fairytale
Read It and Weep
Revenge of the Bridesmaids
Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure
Special Agent Oso: Seasons 1 - 2
StarStruck
Teen Spirit
The Secret Life of the American Teenager: Seasons 1 - 5
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