Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

You're in your pajamas, ready for bed, but can't fall asleep. Try this trick: listen to a podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A routine software update ended up causing millions of computers worldwide to crash with the infamous blue screen of death. Here's the scoop — and how it impacts you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember when Amazon's Kindle was the hottest gadget on the block, selling out in just five hours in 2007? It's making a surprising comeback, here's the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trying to sell your old phone? Remember to take these privacy steps before you hand it off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Giving your kid a smartphone is meant to keep them safe and connected. But now, schools are pushing back, saying they cause more harm than good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a bite magnet? Here's an app to spot when pesky mosquitos are most active. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curious why Google searches for "Is Prime Day a scam?" skyrocketed by 300% in just 24 hours? Here's the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Employees are using keyboard simulators and mouse jigglers to appear busy, but workplaces are catching on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaspersky, a Moscow-based cybersecurity company, was just banned in the U.S. If you use its popular antivirus software, here's why it's time to ditch it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Voice cloning scams are on the rise, and fraudsters are targeting your bank. Here's why you should protect your voice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should the government keep an eye on your driving habits? It's starting in Europe, and it might be headed our way soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you got an email from the Social Security Administration this week, you might be tempted to toss it in the trash. But here's why you shouldn't and what you should do next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Donald Trump was shot, a photo captured the bullet mid-flight. It's now a rare instance of a picture shared on social media — before anyone could fake it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your tracker running low on juice? No need to buy a new one for $29 — just replace the battery for a few bucks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you really trust your car's self-driving mode? Turns out, study after study shows it's not as safe as you might think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your computer running hot? You might think putting it in a cool spot will help. It might, but it could also ruin your computer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In just a year, Tesla's sales have plummeted, and cars sit unsold. The once-mighty market leader is now humbled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sure, you can get an Uber or a hotel stay, but there’s so much more you can rent. I have a list of some of the craziest ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine a call from a loved one in distress. Even if it's their voice, how can you be sure it's not a scam? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Got a listing? Here are ways to make more money from it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all heard the predictions that robots would take our jobs. Well, for fast food workers, that day has arrived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to start a garden but not sure where to begin? Start with your phone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The presidential election is heating up, and disinformation is everywhere. Stick to trusted news sources and always question what you read. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You have the perfect resume for the job, so why aren't you getting any interview calls? Here's a little-known fact: the job might not even exist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when hosts are caught spying on guests? Here’s how Airbnb usually responds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your medical claim gets rejected, sticking you with a hefty bill and no explanation. But don’t worry, there’s a hidden trick you can use to fight back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As election day approaches, scammers are coming up with new ways to steal your money. Here’s what you need to watch out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Google's results are a mess, but you can go back to how things used to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for a new job? Before you get bummed you never heard back, know that not every post is real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More and more healthcare professionals are using Apple's tech as a way to treat illness and disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When your face unlocks your phone, there's always a chance someone can get in without your permission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are way too many examples of counterfeit supplements being sold on Amazon. I'll warn you what to look for. Your health could be on the line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wait, what? That truck out front isn't just delivering a package to you or your neighbor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than half of Americans confess they've snooped on their partner’s phone, checking texts and location history. Is your significant other one of them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you get a text about a package from the post office or FedEx? Stop and think. This message could be a dangerous scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They're dazzling, but capturing them on your phone can be tricky — follow my top tips to get stunning shots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tempted by a too-good-to-be-true investment on social media? This July 4th, a crypto scam that fooled millions is exposed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The original Declaration is at the National Archives, but you can view it online anytime. Celebrate the Fourth by exploring this piece of history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even the rich and famous aren't immune — just ask billionaire Mark Cuban. Hear how he got scammed by a fake Google call and learn from his costly mistake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Independence Day, nearly 61 million people are expected to be on the roads, a record high. If you want to avoid getting stuck in traffic, here are some tips on when to drive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think you’ve paid a trusted vendor? Make sure you haven't handed over money to a scammer first. Here's how to spot and avoid phony invoice scams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know who can see your Venmo transactions? Spoiler: everyone. Here's how to keep your payment history on the down-low. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A 78-year-old lost nearly $100,000 to a phone scam. Could this happen to you? Find out how to protect yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prime Day is coming up on July 16th and 17th, but there’s a catch for frequent returners. Amazon is cracking down and it might affect your shopping spree. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your social media app came with a warning label? The U.S. Surgeon General thinks it might be a good idea. Will it make a difference? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cell phone industry says phone radiation is harmless, but I prefer to play it safe. Here’s how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A social media star creates an AI clone of herself to chat with fans—for a fee. What went wrong? Find out more in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What percentage of Americans routinely spies on their partners' phones, checks their texts, and looks at their location history? You'll be surprised at the answer. Plus, I’ll show you how to tell if you’re being spied on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So, would Jesus be on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter? This thought-provoking question comes from The Church of England, which set out to find the answer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone wants to look back at their vacation photos and feel great. Do you know your best selfie angle? Here's how to find it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices