It looks like a cute little dolphin-themed toy, but the Flipper Zero is a surprisingly powerful learning tool for hacking. Here's how I mastered mine—and how you can, too.

Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

We offer up a “Word of Thanks” every week during Next with Kyle Clark – it's a chance to highlight small and medium nonprofits doing crucial work in Colorado. The routine is simple. Each week, Kyle ...