Monday, March 30
10:00 PM UTC

Safe & Savvy Smartphone Habits

Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

Date and Time

Monday, March 30
10:00 PM UTC
Zoom LinkMeeting ID: 892 2062 6958Call-in by phone: 1-888-788-0099

Class Description

From texting to scanning QR codes, this presentation covers a variety of essential smartphone tools and tips. We’ll discuss messaging apps and go over how your camera can do more than take pictures. We’ll also review best practices for identifying scams and keeping your phone and information secure.

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Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

With a background in communications, Johnny worked in television production and print journalism fields until he made “the best career change” to become a Technology Trainer for Senior Planet in 2019. A retired musician of 30+ years, Johnny is also passionate about music and feels that drumming has kept him young at heart and healthy all around. Johnny combines his passions for technology education and music at Senior Planet. You can find him teaching Drum Circle and many technology lectures and demos online! 

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