Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Stop free trials from turning into surprise charges. Here's how a simple slip-up can cost you big — and how to fight back with these four easy tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cybercriminals are targeting holiday shoppers with a fake 'free iPhone' scam that can steal your financial data. Here’s how to stay safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new report uncovers risks that could put your child's safety in jeopardy. I'll tell you what every parent needs to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Social media's hottest travel tip helps you snag better seats without paying extra but it’s not without controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Master the art of online shopping with these clever hacks to score discounts, outsmart retailers, and save big this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Google’s new AI could predict the weather 15 days out, taking the guesswork out of preparing for big storms. Here’s the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fort Lauderdale and Miami led in holiday delays last year. Don’t let travel chaos ruin your plans — airline apps and knowing your rights can keep you in control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

iPhone-to-Android texting: are Chinese hackers really a threat? Here's the truth behind the FBI's warning and what it means for your messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s how to ask friends and family not to share your kids’ pictures online while keeping things friendly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world’s easiest-to-hack passwords are out — find out if yours made the list and how to protect your accounts in seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Criminals are getting bolder when it comes to stealing your deliveries. Here’s how to outsmart them before they even try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From banning TikTok to redefining free speech rules for social media and breaking up tech giants like Google, here’s what could be ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers have stolen over $26 billion from Americans using an old-school crime with a modern twist. I’ll break it down in this quick podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI chatbots, shopping searches, and new habits are reshaping how we find answers online. Can it bounce back or is it truly sinking? Here's my take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your fitness tracker turning into a tattletale? Find out how to shut it up and protect your data before it’s too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thinking about posting your family updates online this holiday season? Some things are safer kept offline. Here's what you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed holidays at home? With this tech trick, you can still enjoy classics with loved ones — no matter where they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fast track to a becoming a programmer is over. AI has changed the game, and entry-level jobs are disappearing. Here's what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holiday cheer meets holiday scams! Fake Amazon alerts are flooding inboxes, texts, and calls to steal your info. Here’s how to outsmart them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cybercriminals are zeroing in on iPhone users with fake Apple emails, tricking them into handing over credit card info. Here’s how to spot the scam and stay protected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever get an ad that feels too perfect? I’ll show you a quick, fun way to see if your phone’s mic is snooping in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not all discounted TVs are created equal. Here's how those too-good-to-be-true prices might leave you with a lackluster screen and how to shop smarter this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As you hunt for the best deals this weekend, don’t let shopping apps hunt for your personal data. Here's how to shop smart while protecting your privacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While you're enjoying family, food, and football, here's why holding off on some holiday shopping could lead to even better deals closer to Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you remember every account you’ve ever created? Hackers rely on you forgetting and take advantage of old, unused accounts for their schemes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This holiday season, doorbell cameras are capturing more porch pirates, and the thieves are finding new ways to avoid being caught. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter how well you treat your smartphone, it won’t last forever. Here’s how to tell when it’s time for an upgrade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have a smartwatch tracking your steps, heart rate, and even how steady your walk is? It’s a great tool for keeping an eye on your health, but some of that data is making its way to third parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI is cutting into website traffic everywhere. Learn the trick to analyze your competitors’ traffic sources and uncover the keywords driving their success all with one tool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coca-Cola’s iconic holiday ad took an AI twist this year, and it backfired. Viewers aren’t feeling the warm fuzzies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No internet? No problem. Discover how to keep vital travel details like flights, hotels, and maps easily accessible offline with one quick trick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ChatGPT can rival doctors in diagnosing, but should you share your medical records with it? The answer is yes — if you take one precautionary step first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cybercriminals are hijacking common searches to steal your personal info. Some are obvious. Others, not so much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don’t let cherished family recipes get lost! It’s easier than you think to digitize handwritten favorites, organize them in a digital "Family Cookbook," and keep them accessible for future generations. Listen now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Instead of relying on the airlines to get it right, do this to know where your bag is. Heck, you may even help them find it if it goes missing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most doctors probably expect to use AI some day to diagnose illnesses. But they've underestimated what today's AI chatbots can do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know the average new car has over 1,400 microchips and runs on 100 million lines of code? It’s always connected and collecting loads of data about you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A male student used AI to create explicit fake images of 50 girls at his school. Now, the question is: can the law keep up with this tech-driven horror? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wonder why you're told not to show those pearly whites? Here's what you need to know about getting your passport ready, including a quick renewal option. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A TikTok video falsely accused Sephora of donating to Trump’s campaign, gaining millions of views and fueling boycotts. I’ll break it all down in this quick podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do videos constantly buffer or web pages refuse to load? Here's why it happens — and how to fix it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Netflix crashed during the Tyson-Paul fight, leaving millions without a stream. Here's how a simple TV antenna could be your family's backup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve all felt that gut punch when the rideshare fare pops up. Here are some insider tips to help you save. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An algorithm rejected more than 300,000 health insurance claims in just two months. It spent less than two seconds on each, leaving patients in the dark and lives at risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone loves a crispy treat, but is it worth giving up your private data? I tell you about kitchen gadgets playing fast and loose with your info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FBI warns about scam emails faking arrest warrants, subpoenas, court orders, and IRS notices of seized accounts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who doesn't love hearing the iconic voices of Judy Garland, Burt Reynolds, or James Dean? Now, AI lets you bring them back to read anything you want aloud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People are lining up to donate their voices to AI, but is it a good idea? Here’s why you might want to hold off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good news for the 72 million people on Social Security: there’s a 2.5% increase starting in January. Bad news: scammers are going after you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever have a moment in an Uber or Lyft where something just feels off? There’s a new rideshare on the scene and it's bringing the heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices