Porchswing Technology

10/08/2026

🚨 NEW SCAM ALERT: Think Before You Scan!

Scammers have a new twist on the family-emergency and government-impersonation scam.

You may receive a call saying that you owe a fine, have a legal problem, or that a family member has been arrested. The scammer then sends you a QR code or barcode and tells you to take it to a store and load money onto it.
They may even use AI voice cloning to sound like someone you know.

Remember:
Police and government agencies will NEVER demand immediate payment through a QR code or barcode at a retail store.

If you receive a call like this:
📞 Hang up.
🛑 Don't scan or pay anything.
👨‍👩‍👧 Call your family member directly.
🔎 Contact the agency yourself using its official phone number.

Please share this with a parent, grandparent, friend, or neighbor. A five-minute conversation could save someone thousands of dollars.

— Porchswing Technology
Helping seniors stay safe and confident with technology.

Source: Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General — September 28, 2026 warning

10/02/2026

If you’re interested in keeping yourself protected from online scams and fraud, message us, comment below, or check out our website!

https://www.porchswingtechnology.com/

09/30/2026

Helping seniors stay safe from scams starts with education and community connection. 🛡️

This morning, our very own Sean Kearney attended a scam prevention presentation hosted by the District Attorney’s Office at Sun City Lincoln Hills Lodge. We had the opportunity to meet with District 2 representative Shanti Landon and discuss the scams most commonly affecting seniors, along with ways we could work together to help minimize fraud.

At Porchswing Technology, we’re committed to helping seniors feel confident using technology and recognize the warning signs of scams. We’re grateful for opportunities to connect with local leaders who share that goal!

09/25/2026

After being on her podcast and learning about her near-scam experience, our good friend and local realtor Jill Van Dusen asked us to host another class for her clients about online scams and how you can keep yourself safe. We’re very grateful to have met this wonderful group and for the opportunity to present to them about how to keep themselves safe from online scammers.

If you’re interested in keeping yourself protected from online scams and fraud, message us, comment below, or check out our website!

https://www.porchswingtechnology.com/

09/23/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT FOR SENIORS

A dangerous scam is making the rounds: criminals are pretending to be bank or government employees and telling people they need to move their money to keep it safe from fraud.

They may know personal information about you, keep you on the phone for hours, or even help you speak with your real bank — all to make the story seem legitimate.

Remember this simple rule:

If someone unexpectedly tells you to move or transfer your money to “protect” it, STOP.
Hang up and call your bank directly using the number on your bank card or statement.
Never let an unexpected caller rush you into moving money, buying gift cards, sending cryptocurrency, or giving them access to your accounts.

Share this with a parent, grandparent, friend, or neighbor. A quick conversation could prevent a devastating scam.

— Porchswing Technology
Helping seniors stay safe and confident with technology.

Source: Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General

08/18/2026

🚨 What if the voice on the phone sounds exactly like someone you love… but it isn’t them?
AI scams are getting more convincing—and scammers are using cloned voices, texts, emails, and calls to trick people into sending money.
Sean Kearney representing Porchswing Technology, is going LIVE with Get Real With Jill to break down what you need to know and, most importantly, how to protect the people you love. ❤️
📅 Thursday, August 27 ⏰ 1:00 PM 📱 LIVE on Facebook
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Share this with your parents, grandparents, kids, and anyone who could use a little extra protection from today’s scams.
Don’t assume you’d recognize the scam. Learn how to spot it BEFORE it happens.

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

03/18/2026

Porchswing Technology was at Watercrest at Bryan this week for an iPhone Basics class — and the room was packed!

15 amazing residents joined us for an hour of iPhone fundamentals: staying connected with family, navigating their phones with confidence, and staying safe online.

At Porchswing Technology, we believe every older adult deserves to feel confident with technology, not intimidated by it. Our free community classes are one way we're making that happen across the Brazos Valley.

If your senior living community, church, or organization would like to host a class, reach out — we'd love to be there.

📞 (916) 303-0682
🌐 porchswingtech.com

As always, for personalized in-home tech support, reach out to get on Brendan's calendar.

02/09/2026

Friendly in-home tech help for adults 55+
Phones • Computers • Wi-Fi • Scam prevention • Tech lessons
Serving multiple locations across CA, TX, and NV.
📞 Call or message us to get scheduled with the nearest technician.