Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Is your phone suddenly not working? It might be scammers hijacking your number. Here’s how to protect yourself with a simple PIN setup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think deleting a text on your iPhone makes it disappear? Not really. A British husband learned this the hard way and is now suing Apple for millions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The social network X is now allowing adult content. Want to stop it from taking over your feed? Listen to my short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You paid big bucks for your phone, but how long will it last? There's one way to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taking a break from tech is great, but you don't want to be stranded in an emergency. Here’s how to stay connected even when you have no service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cybercriminals are posing as trusted organizations to steal your info. Find out how to protect yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wonder if your purchase is a return? Take a closer look at the label — three little letters might reveal the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did the social media platform decide to ditch the like button? I'll give you the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being a mom or dad can be tough, but AI chatbots like ChatGPT, CoPilot, or Gemini can help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This fall, Apple is releasing iOS 18 for free. Some believe it will help cheaters hide their activities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do your earbuds always seem to fall out? I’ve got a great trick to keep them in place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apps like MyRadar and GasBuddy are sharing your driving data with data brokers. Find out exactly what they're reporting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June has just begun, and the U.S. is already experiencing wild weather. Here are some top apps to help you stay prepared. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The company that once shunned "artificial intelligence" is now diving in. Here's what that bold move means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feel like you're being followed? Here’s where to search for AirTags, Tiles, or any other GPS trackers on your vehicle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beyond the high cost of buying a new car, there are other reasons people are moving away from car ownership altogether. Here's the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The app is an incredible visual lookup tool. Here are three ways you can use it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Artists are suing major AI companies, claiming their work is being plagiarized by AI. Hear the full story in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it too hot or cold in your room? Here's how to override your hotel room's temperature controls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all heard that using our phones before bed is bad for us. But is that really true? Hear why some scientists are saying otherwise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you find an AirTag or similar tracker stalking you, try this trick. I tell you why in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most downloaded news app in the U.S. likely has ties to the Chinese military and was just caught using AI to fabricate stories. Here's the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don't need an expensive gym membership to get a workout in. All you need is ChatGPT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did it turn out? For many men in the tribe, it led to addiction to social media and porn. More to this story in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're like me, you use Google products a ton. Here are some alternatives to try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are there pictures of your house online? Here's why that's a real danger and how you can remove them from listing sites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every year, about 37 young children tragically die from heat-related incidents in cars. Some parents are placing the blame on car manufacturers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When ransomware cripples a hospital, it's not the building or equipment that suffers — it's the patients who are denied. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just hours after last week's verdict, the Trump campaign raised $35 million. That kind of money attracts cybercriminals with fake donation sites. Here's how to avoid them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prices are skyrocketing, and having some extra cash never hurts. Give these side hustles a try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thinking about buying the new stainless steel Cybertruck? Here’s why reselling it might not be so easy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump was found guilty in a hush-money trial. You can bet hackers and scammers are already figuring out how to take advantage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NSA suggests a simple weekly routine for your smartphone: turn it off and then back on. Here's the reason why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have a loved one with a pacemaker or defibrillator? Here's something they need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bought anything from fast fashion company Shein? You might be putting your health at risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

About a quarter of Gen Z job candidates bring a parent to their job interviews. I cover the full story in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curious about emergencies happening in your neighborhood? These police scanner tools can keep you informed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don't need a big budget to create a smart home. These smart speakers can help you set up your own command center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could know how goods, exercises, or treatments impact you ahead of time? Soon, a personal digital model of your body could let you find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've wasted time searching under the sofa, the bed, and even the trashcan. Here's how to ensure your remote is always easy to find. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than two weeks ago, Google introduced AI Overview, a major change in web search. The problem? AI Overview sometimes gives odd suggestions, like adding glue to your pizza sauce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's pause to remember that this day is set aside to honor those who gave their lives for our freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Military awards are more than symbols; they carry the weight of history and personal sacrifice. But over time, they can get lost, stolen, or wear out. Here's how to get replacements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a load of tech deals online this weekend. Here's how to tell if you're getting the biggest bang for your buck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

California’s new road charge will track your mileage and charge you a fee based on how far you drive. Here's my take in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heading out to the green this weekend? Strap on your watch and check out these apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just three years ago, Tesla's overall image ranked eighth among the top 100 companies. Here's why that's slipped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stalkers are using AirTags and other Bluetooth trackers to follow people. When two major tech rivals work together, you know it's serious. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you use ChatGPT at work? Here's why you could be on the hook if it slips up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Federal prosecutors charged a 42-year-old man for using AI to create over 13,000 fake images of minors. The full story in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices