Kim Komando Daily Tech Update
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4 ways scammers make you fall in love
Is your online relationship moving fast? Here's why only fools rush in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airbnb, Vrbo and fed up Americans
Ready for a vacation? You might think twice about booking with popular home-sharing platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The iPhone Journal app isn't spying on you
Rumors on social media say that it can let people track your name and location. Here's the real story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your car's snitching to your insurance company
Yep, you're being monitored while you drive. Here's what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get what you want from AI
ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini can be super useful for a bunch of tasks. Let me show you how to give them effective prompts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TikTok's efforts to recruit kids as foreign agents
TikTok's trying to get kids on board as overseas operatives. Let's dive into what's going on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Offline maps for your travels
Apple and Google Maps can really help you get around, but there's a key trick you should know about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Apple smart ring
With the company's car plans scrapped, what's next? Here's the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to know about "Buy Now, Pay Later"
Using services like Klarna or Affirm, you can pay for purchases over time. Here's how to decide if they fit your needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This dating app is based on your credit score
One barometer of a good relationship? For daters on this platform, it's your finances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's not the end for the landline
Is it worth having one around? Let's find out in my take on this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The conventional wisdom was wrong
Need to dry out a wet iPhone? Take the old rice trick with a grain of salt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mistakes people make buying ads on FB
Many small businesses advertise on Facebook. And far too often, they end up losing a ton of money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The trouble with the news
Big media outlets are vanishing. Here's what that means for the future of publishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Google Translate for your travels
Break down those language barriers. Check out how this tool can help! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This year: Satellite direct-to-cellular mobile phones
There are now over 5,000 Starlink satellites in orbit. Here's what that means for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 ways to limit screen time
Kids logging 9 hours on screens? Let's find easy ways to reduce that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cyberattack paralyzes U.S. pharmacies
Can't fill your prescription? Here's why, and what you can do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Incognito mode doesn't do what you might think
Incognito mode in your browser serves a purpose. I show you what it doesn't do in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Google's PR nightmare mirrors the Bud Light fiasco
How is Google's recent AI debacle impacting the company? Here's the inside scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Best stretches for tech neck
Sitting at your computer all day? Take the strain off your muscles with these tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The top 3 email scams
Tempted to click on that fishy message? Don't do anything until you listen to this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Use your phone to identify birds
Is your daily stroll starting to feel a bit dull? Step outside and listen... to the tweets of birds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple's doomed EV - behind the scenes
Why did the big tech company scrap its car project before even a single prototype hit the road? Here's the inside scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Smart devices for caregivers
Got an Amazon Echo, Apple Watch, or smart locks? Here's how they can come in handy when your loved ones need it the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple's no-go car
The tech giant shut down the Apple car project. Here's what that means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One browser to turn on right now
Want to click that random link? Here's how to check if it's safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AT&T wants to "make it right"
They've laid out a plan to fix things after last week's outage. Let's check it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tech to track teen drivers
Teens are the most likely to get into accidents out of all age groups. Let's unpack that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Google's AI sees nothing wrong with pedophilia
Gemini's facing some issues once more, and this time, it's something that affects your kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 tricks to organize your taxes
Yep, it's everyone's favorite time of the year — tax time! Here's how to make it easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Things look bleak for Apple's Vision Pro
What's the verdict on the new mixed reality headset? Here's my take in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 ways to get discounts without sharing data
Want that sale price? You don't have to give up your personal info to get it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Google chatbot goes woke
How did Gemini spark controversy last week? I dish what happened in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're overpaying for internet
The average internet bill in 2023 hit $75. Wondering if you need to pay that much? Here's how to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AT&T's massive screwup
What caused last week's network outages? I have the scoop in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Google Maps tricks
Looking for a better way to get around town? Give these hacks a try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The end of free shipping
Do you make too many returns? Many online retailers are starting to punish this behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Don't put your wet phone in rice
You know the old myth. There's a better way — here's what you should do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The AT&T network failure is only a preview
Did you wake up to no signal yesterday? Here's why there could be more of that to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Make an Amazon Alexa intercom
Need a low-cost, easy way to talk to people at home? Try building this DIY communication system! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Privacy is really dead now
Spy satellites aren't just for governments anymore — now, they're tracking you too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to do if your credit card is on the dark web
Not sure of the steps to take next? Hear these tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Too smart to fall for a phone scam
Everyone thinks they’re too smart to fall for a phone scam. Here’s why everyone is wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Smart water tech to save big bucks
Heating water takes up a fifth of your home's energy bill. Let's talk about using smart gadgets to cut that cost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sora is great and very dangerous
Looking to craft videos for any situation? The tools to bring those visions to life are on their way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your chatbot convos aren't private
Believing those chats are just for your eyes? Here's a reality check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Warning signs of an Airbnb or Vrbo scam
Feeling something's off with your recent reservation? Here's how to tell if you've been duped and what you can do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Online dating terms to know
Swiping for love? Dive into how folks are finding dates on apps and the key things to keep an eye on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tech phrases you'll never use again
Looking for the closest payphone? Here's why you probably won't be asking that question anymore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices