BlackTechLogy: Let's talk tech 2026
An archive of all tech-related posts on "I Do See Color"
Writer’s note: The following rundown is a list of tech-related posts that have been published across Substack’s “I Do See Color” and repurposed bylines from Shamontiel in other now-defunct publications. This post will continue to be updated as “BlackTechLogy” posts are written on a monthly basis. Check for updates on the first Tuesday of each month!
For BlackTechLogy posts from prior years, click here: 2009-20, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025.
If you’re interested in posts that focus on freelancing and the gig economy, check out “WFFH: Work Fluently From Home” too.
How ClearCheckbook can stop you from overdraft fees
Original Publication Date: June 2, 2026
I believe in balancing a checkbook, but I stopped using print check registers. Try green-friendly online check register apps like ClearCheckbook.
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Can’t upgrade to Windows 11? Here are 14 other ways to use your older laptop
Original Publication Date: May 21, 2026
Before you get rid of your old laptop, see if there are ways to use it at home, ranging from recipe planning and home stereos to DVD player and book writing.
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New condo owners and homeowners should create quizzes and AI podcasts on NotebookLM
Original Publication Date: April 30, 2026
Condo owners can monitor their property against illegal liens by signing up for Property Fraud Alerts on their local county sites. Then, create Google NotebookLM homeowner quizzes and listen to AI podcasts programmed from the uploaded documents.
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Attorneys, AI may help you in the weakest area of client-attorney relationships
Original Publication Date: April 7, 2026
Instead of viewing ChatGPT as Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL), use it in these eight ways that help make clients feel more confident in understanding legalese.
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Is it just me or is blocking YouTube ads not working?
Original Publication Date: March 4, 2026
Advertisers are flocking to streaming services over cable stations, but they’re not paying attention to consumers who block their ads.
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ChatGPT may work wonders for mental health — or not
Original Publication Date: February 3, 2026
ChatGPT Generated Images and ChatGPT caricatures can help with stress relief from busybody neighbors. Although cheaper, is ChatGPT safer than psychologists?
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The shoe video that went all wrong: Six tips to avoid a poorly edited marketing video
Original Publication Date: January 15, 2026 (MLK’s Birthday)
A failed shoe video in a college Communications course made me a better video editor. Here are six ways to make sure commercial messages translate well.
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Why the DoorDash + AI generated image hustle won’t work with dog owners
Original Publication Date: January 6, 2026
Homeowners with pet indoor cameras and outdoor security cameras can easily discredit the DoorDash delivery scam that happened to a customer.
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