Your phone's photo app can already search by object, text, and named faces, sort itself into albums, and flag duplicates, so a cleaner camera roll is mostly just a few taps away.

Your Camera Roll Is Trying to Help You

Here's the basics of what RCS is, and how it makes iPhone-to-Android texting better.

Green Bubble, Blue Bubble: What RCS Actually Fixed

A simple guide to setting up parental controls that keep kids safe online 

Parental Controls Without Feeling Like a Spy 

Your phone's storage warning isn't the only reason to clean house. Here's what those unused apps might really be costing you.

Should You Actually Delete That App?

Take two minutes today to learn 5 everyday tech tricks you might wish you had known sooner!

Kick Off Your Week with These 5 Handy Tech Tips

Scammers can now clone a loved one's voice from a few seconds of audio — here's the one two-minute habit that protects your family from the AI scam call that's already cost Americans hundreds of millions.

That Phone Call from Your Kid? It Might Not Be Them.

AI-generated images, videos, and scams are becoming harder to spot, but a few simple habits can help you verify information and stay safer online.

Can You Trust What You See Online?

ioneer is excited to welcome a talented group of summer interns who will gain hands-on experience, learn from our teams, and explore future careers in technology, marketing, cybersecurity, and more.

Meet Pioneer’s Summer Interns

School may be out for the summer, but all those extra devices, streams, downloads, and gamers at home could be putting more strain on your Wi-Fi than you realize.

School's Out... but my Internet is Slow

Pioneer Telephone Cooperative is now accepting applications for its 2026–2027 scholarship programs.

Investing in the Future-- Pioneer Scholarship Applications Now Open

With the fastest quorum in Cooperative history and nearly 1,600 Members registered, Pioneer’s 2026 Annual Meeting highlighted the power of community involvement and introduced major new participation updates for the future of the Cooperative.

Record-Breaking Turnout Marks Historic Pioneer Annual Meeting

Pioneer's Annual Meeting brings a new $50 bill credit and important votes that rely on member participation! 

This Year, Your Attendance Makes the Difference!

That “unpaid toll” text might not be from PlatePay at all. Scammers are targeting Oklahomans right now—here’s how to spot it before you click.

How to Spot a Scam Text Before You Click

Learn what makes cooperatives different, why member participation is important, and how your voice helps shape Pioneer’s future.

More Than a Meeting: Why Your Cooperative Membership Matters

Even with fiber internet and advanced equipment like GigaSpire, slowdowns can happen — and understanding bandwidth, device usage, and home setup can make all the difference.

Why Your Internet Feels Slow (Even with Fiber Speeds)

From parental controls to emergency phone settings, these overlooked tech features can make your home safer, more efficient, and easier to manage — especially when powered by a strong home internet connection.

Smart Home, Smarter Habits: 5 Tech Features You’re Probably Forgetting to Use

A month-by-month guide to the tech moments, deal seasons, and digital habits that can help you save money, stay safer online, and use technology more intentionally in 2026.

The 2026 Tech Calendar: Dates Worth Watching

The holidays bring more people, more devices, and more demands on your home tech—here are a few simple ways to keep everything running smoothly and stress-free.

Holiday Tech Stress Is Real — Here’s How to Make It Easier

A look at how simple, everyday smart tools—from cameras to sensors—are making home life calmer, safer, and easier for modern families.

Smart Homes, Real Comfort

With Thanksgiving tomorrow and Black Friday around the corner, here’s your reminder that some of the best deals and gifts are found in your own community.

Look Local This Black Friday: A Thanksgiving Reminder About the Businesses Right Next Door

Discover three of my favorite websites—Temp Mail, Pirate Ship, and Cost Plus Drugs—that make everyday life cheaper, simpler, and a little smarter.

Websites I Think You Should Know About

Fall means football, family, and streaming season — and with Pioneer Fiber, your connection can handle it all without buffering.

Streaming Season Is Coming: How Fiber Handles the Holiday Rush

In celebration of Cooperative Month, Pioneer Telephone Cooperative highlights the power of partnership by working with fellow Oklahoma cooperatives to expand future-proof fiber internet to rural communities

Celebrating Cooperative Month: Working Together for a Connected Oklahoma

Keep your Pioneer account safe by updating your CPNI information—your personal security layer that ensures only authorized people can access your account.

Protect Your Account: Update Your CPNI

Fake product reviews are flooding online stores, making it harder than ever to know what’s real—here’s how to protect your wallet and shop smarter.

Don’t Be Fooled: How to Spot Fake Reviews Before You Buy

ree apps often come with hidden costs—through ads, in-app purchases, or your personal data—and knowing how they work can help you protect your privacy and your wallet.

The Hidden Cost of Free Apps: What “Free” Really Means

This step-by-step guide helps you declutter your phone and laptop, freeing up space, boosting performance, and securing your data in just a few hours.

Guide to a Digital Cleanup for Faster, Safer Devices

From the "Mother of All Breaches" to the AT&T and healthcare hacks, we break down recent massive data leaks and give you clear, practical steps to protect your personal information.

What You Need to Know to about Data Breaches

Discover why spending locally during big sales events like Prime Days benefits your community and economy.

Why Supporting Local Matters During Prime Days

Learn how to spot deceptive text scams that have tricked locals into giving away personal information and losing control of their accounts.

How to Spot and Avoid Text Message Fraud

Discover how Pioneer’s Backyard Wi-Fi solutions helps you seamlessly connect outdoors, making your summer streaming and browsing effortless.

Take Your Internet Outside with Backyard Wi-Fi

Keep your kids safe online this summer with simple screen time tips and powerful tools like Pioneer’s SmartWiFi app and the Bark parental monitoring app.

Protecting Kids Online During Summer Break

Learn how to keep your devices cool, dry, and secure this summer with simple tech safety tips.

Tech Safety Tips for Summer Time

Turn your backyard into a cozy summer movie theater with affordable projectors, simple setups, and Pioneer’s Outdoor Wi-Fi keeping the stream strong.

How to Turn Your Backyard into a Movie Theater

Time is running out to apply for a 2025–2026 Pioneer Scholarship!

Pioneer Scholarships Are Still Open—But Not for Long!

Join us TOMORROW, May 6, for Pioneer’s 71st Annual Meeting—drive by, register, and help shape the future of your cooperative!

It’s More Than a Meeting—It’s Your Voice in Action

Here are some apps and websites to take your stargazing to the next level—just in time for tonight’s meteor shower.

Apps That Are Out of This World: 5 Apps to Boost Your Meteor Shower Experience

As more people travel during spring and summer, it's important to know how to protect your personal information while using public Wi-Fi.

Spring into Travel: How to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi

From wildfires to tornadoes, real-time alerts can save lives—learn how to track disasters, receive emergency warnings, and stay prepared using your smartphone.

Stay Ahead of Wildfires and Storms: How to Get Emergency Alerts on Your Phone

Declutter your junk drawer, recycle old tech, and refresh your digital space this spring with these easy tips!

Spring Cleaning: Don't Forget Your Tech

Learn what to look for when it comes to cleaning up your internet presence

How Your Social Media Can Make or Break Your Career

With a three-day weekend ahead, it's the perfect time to unplug, recharge, and rediscover life beyond your screen.

Ever Consider a Digital Detox?

Here's how stepping away from your devices can improve your productivity, relationships, and mental health.

5 Reasons to Unplug and Reclaim Your Life

Start 2025 with healthy digital habits by tackling screen time, device organization, cybersecurity, and more to improve your overall well-being.

Resolutions for Your Digital Health

Keep the holiday magic alive by tracking Santa’s journey around the world with these family-friendly apps.

Track Santa's Journey with These Apps and Websites

Here are four smartphone features that can make your life easier and more productive, from scheduling texts to scanning text with your camera.

4 Cool Smartphone Features to Make Your Life Easier

Learn how to safeguard your personal and financial information while snagging the best Black Friday deals online.

Top Tips to Protect Yourself During Black Friday Shopping

Pioneer Telephone's annual Santa Call-In event returns this December to connect Oklahoma kids directly with Santa Claus and his helpers.

Pioneer Telephone Continues Annual Santa Call-In Tradition for 47th Year

Pioneer employees spent the day learning, installing, and collaborating to strengthen the network that keeps our communities connected.

Laying the Groundwork: Pioneer Employees Get Hands-On with Fiber

Make sure your internet is prepared for the fall season with these simple tips to keep you connected, secure, and ready for whatever autumn brings.

4 Essential Tech Tips to Keep Your Internet Cozy This Fall

Discover how cooperatives are shaping a fairer and more sustainable future by putting people before profit and investing in communities.

The Future Is Cooperative: Empowering Communities 

Apple's iOS 18 finally bridges the gap between iPhones and Androids with RCS messaging, making cross-platform texting smoother than ever

Apple’s Newest iOS Update Isn’t Just for iPhones... It’s a Game Changer for Androids Too!

We break down the key differences and help you decide whether it’s time to make the switch or stick with your current phone.

Should You Upgrade to the iPhone 16? A Simple Guide to Help You Decide

Discover how just a few minutes of daily learning can boost your cognitive health and enhance your life with these engaging resources.

Stay Sharp: How 10 Minutes a Day Can Improve Your Mind

Explore the hidden dangers of AI tools like ChatGPT in schools, and learn why over-reliance on these technologies can stunt your child's learning and critical thinking skills

How AI is Undermining Your Child's Education

With misinformation becoming more rampant during major events, it’s crucial to learn how to identify false information and ensure you're getting the facts

Navigating the Maze of Misinformation: Your Guide to Staying Informed on Social Media

Pioneer is excited to introduce Arlo Secure, a state-of-the-art self-monitoring app that allows users to manage, monitor, and control Arlo video doorbells and cameras remotely.

Pioneer Launches Arlo Secure: A Revolutionary Smart Home Monitoring App

Learn how to safeguard your personal information with these 10 essential tips for protecting your online privacy

10 Tips for Protecting Your Online Privacy

Get ready for exclusive discounts on as Pioneer offers incredible deals on Fiber internet, cameras, and more!

We Are Primed for Bundle Deals!

Discover a range of free, open source, and one-time purchase software alternatives to Adobe's products.

Alternatives to Adobe: Embrace Digital Creativity Without the Hassle

From festive parades to solemn memorials, our communities pay tribute to veterans and celebrate independence.

Honoring Heroes: Western Oklahoma's 4th of July Celebrations and Memorials

Discover how Pioneer SmartWiFi can safeguard your valuable technology investments with easy-to-use features and comprehensive network security.

Protect Your Priceless Tech: How Pioneer SmartWiFi Keeps Your Devices Safe

Stay connected during power outages with PowerOn, a battery backup for your Pioneer GigaSpire router.

PowerOn: Keeping You Connected, No Matter What

You can't turn off Meta AI, but there are some ways to make it less prominent.

How to Work Around Facebook's Intrusive New AI

Meet Gerald Elcyzyn: Now serving District 12, Gerald brings a deep commitment to assisting the Newcastle community.

Gerald Elcyzyn Appointed for District 12 Board Seat

Discover the key differences between 5G and fiber internet to make an informed decision on the best high-speed connection for your home or business.

Choosing the Right Internet: 5G vs. Fiber - What You Need to Know

Discover four powerful search engines that offer cleaner, more reliable research results without the clutter of ads and SEO tricks.

4 Alternative Search Engines for Better Research Results

Fetch Rewards is an app that rewards shoppers for receipt they turn in.

Fetch Rewards: The App that sounds Too Good to be True

Pioneer and OEC forge community bonds through service

Acting on Principle: Pioneer and OEC Forge Community Bonds in Cooperative Clean-Up

The role cooperative members play in rural Oklahoma

Connect What Matters: Join us for our 2024 Annual Meeting!

Find Out How Facebook Profits from Your Data and Learn How to Take Your Privacy Back!

Facebook's Big Cash Cow: It's You!

Protecting your home by creating an inventory

Home Safe Home: Your Guide to Disaster-Proofing Your Home Inventory

Digital Spring Cleaning: Refreshing Your Online Presence

Explore five compelling reasons to disconnect and reconnect with what truly matters.

Embracing the Digital Detox: Five Reasons to Unplug and Reconnect

Meet the Woman Who Helped Make WiFi Possible

Meet the "Mother of WiFi"

An Event Marketed Towards Children Using AI Art Turns Out to Be a Massive Disaster

AI Art Leads to Embarrassing Willy Wonka Experience

5 Ways You can use Technology to Strengthen Your Relationships

Using Technology to Strengthen Your Relationships

What To Do When the Internet Goes Down

What you need to know about the ACP's Wind Down

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Nears its End

Discover legacy contacts and how they help secure your digital presence and privacy after you're gone

Digital Guardians: Managing Your Digital Legacy

Apple Finess+ can help you elevate your fitness experience without hitting the gym!

Elevate Your Health with Apple Fitness+ (plus a tip to save you $$!)

Pioneer launches new blog to produce technology-centered content for customers

New Year, New Content

 PIONEER ANNOUNCES FIBER EXPANSION IN CASHION.  INSTALLING FIBER OPTICS ON CIMARRON ELECTRIC POLES. COOPS WORKING TOGETHER TO SERVE THEIR CUSTOMERS AGAIN. 

PIONEER ANNOUNCES FIBER EXPANSION IN CASHION. 

PIONEER TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE NAMES NEW GENERAL MANAGER

VoLTE, or Voice over LTE, is how our phones and carriers transmit our voices during a call, so there's good reason to know how to use it and why you should care.

VoLTE: what is it and how do I turn it on?

The world of being a professional gamer is a hard one, not just because it’s difficult to break into, but because it’s also extremely competitive.

Mom, Dad, I want to become a Professional Gamer.

On the morning of Wednesday, December 1st you can look forward to the conveni...

Email Spam Management Change

Settled right off Route 66 sits Weatherford’s Heritage Park, a two-year pro...

Weatherford wanting to honor Vietnam veterans.

Whether you’re getting Apple’s new iPhone 13 (available today, Friday, Sept...

There’s more to iOS 15 than meets the eye.

You’re not alone. 
I’m a Machead, which means the moment iOS drops I’m tryin...

Having trouble getting iOS 15?

How to share video, photos, music, and much more from your smart devices to y...

Bridging the Digital Divide