Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Did you change your security cam's default password? If you're like most, maybe not. Here's why you should and other great tips you need to know about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Skip the swiping. The new move is checking someone’s Facebook history before you even say hi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to know who’s watching your driveway? I’ll walk you through the easy ways to map nearby cameras. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI voice cloning is fooling parents, grandparents, everyone. I’ll tell you how to make sure you never fall for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This goes way beyond stealing pens or notepads at work. There’s a new way to cheat the system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ultimate sci-fi fantasy? A bot that can do the dishes or fold your pants. Hear why, by 2026, that dream is finally within reach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know how it goes, the second you actually need to make a call with your phone, the signal tanks. Don’t panic. I’ve got fast fixes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Supposedly, it’s done giving legal and medical advice. I tested it anyway. Spoiler: no surprises here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That busted VCR and box of old clothes? They're worth more than you think. I'll show you exactly where to sell what for top dollar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That glance at your screen isn't as subtle as you think. Find out why top CEOs are calling the habit disrespectful and implementing new rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it’s a silly bedtime story, a tale about your pet’s wild adventures, this is a project that turns into a keepsake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ransomware is dead, blackmail is next. Hackers have changed the rules of the game. Here's what you need to stay on top of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who doesn’t love the crisp fall air? Check real-time foliage maps to find the best autumn colors and scenic road trips near you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Those shiny 8K TVs look tempting, but do they really beat 4K? Here’s what to know before you spend big this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No, don't throw the remote hoping that will magically work. There are a few ways to get your television up to speed, literally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wikipedia lets anyone write what they want. Elon Musk’s Grokipedia lets AI write instead. He says it’ll fix bias and misinformation. Here's my take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to get spooky with some tech. I have some expert tips for an instant haunted house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beware if this trick-or-treat. What started as a viral joke has turned into real fear, real arrests, and real danger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From hidden photo searches to one-tap contact saves, these quick hacks will make you look like a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over 100 million people use it every day. Now research warns it’s quietly fueling a mental health crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not long ago, faking someone’s voice took real effort. Time's changed. Hear about a new system that allows anyone to mimic your voice in an instant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Four years and billions of dollars later, it seems the Microsoft co-founder changed his mind on climate change. Why? Get the lowdown in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re flying for Thanksgiving or Christmas, don’t wait. I have the insider tricks airlines don’t tell you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gas pumps? Gone. Groceries? Maybe. Here’s what still works when the web doesn’t. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mondays don’t have to be chaos. Let AI organize your week, make a plan you’ll actually follow, and give you back a little sanity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI feels invisible, but its impact isn’t. Massive data centers are moving in, bringing noise, diesel fumes, and lower home values. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your smartwatch gives you numbers, not answers. Ask ChatGPT to explain what they mean and what your body really needs today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Google’s reign as the go-to search engine is slipping fast. OpenAI just launched its own web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, and it doesn’t just find answers. It explains them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Got a grimy screen, dusty vent, or smudged keyboard? Don’t stress it. Head to the laundry room for a trick that’ll make you say wow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kohler’s Dekoda camera snaps onto your toilet to analyze your, let’s call it, daily download. I’d say that’s a little too smart for comfort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You open Netflix, stare at the screen for 20 minutes, and still end up watching nothing. Let’s fix that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russia and China are using romance to steal secrets. Their newest spy tactic? Seduction over software. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A firefighter’s dog chewed a lithium battery and set the rug on fire. Here’s the one thing you should never do with battery-powered devices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Millions lost access during the AWS outage. Some think Amazon pulled the plug. The truth is simpler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yeah… you probably don’t need 12 photos of the same brunch. Here's how to free up some space while saving your precious memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple’s AirTags are supposed to help you find lost stuff, not people. Here’s how one woman learned that the hard way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Restaurants and grocery stores toss out tons of good food every day. These free apps rescue it. You can eat well for next to nothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turns out the mysterious lights that freaked everyone out weren’t aliens after all. The truth? I reveal the answer in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve all done it: Googled our rashes. Now we ask AI, like it or not. Here's how to do it the safe way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's anything but a success. Sales are gloomy. Apple's still selling it. Why? Here's my take in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to take a breather. Feeling a little burnt out? Try these tech tools for a happier, healthier you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cursed at, yelled at, spit at. Tesla owners say it's like driving a roving political sign. Here's the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can't even open a website without the wheel of death? Here's the reason. It's not what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe a little tough love is what your chatbot needs to shape up. Here’s why being a little mean to ChatGPT or your other fave chatbot might actually help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think there’s nothing to do? Open your phone. Hidden in a few apps are the best local events, new friends, and plans you’ll actually want to keep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gold’s soaring toward $5,000 an ounce while crypto takes another hit. Here's what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't know where to start with chatbots? There are now free online classes to ease your way in. Try these and let me know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here comes the dirty talk. This December, expect to have sexier convos with your favorite chatbot. Cool or not? Here's my take in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop wrestling with your thumbs to move that tiny cursor. There’s a hidden trick on your phone that lets you glide right to the mistake and fix it in seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The $7,500 federal credit is gone, but automakers are slashing prices to move cars. I explain why this could be your moment to score a deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices