Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Streaming services are upping their prices big time — it's all adding up. Here's the real cost of ditching the cord. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keeping one in your glove compartment? Here's why you should switch that up — pronto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Humane will release its $699 smart pin next week. Here's why some are saying it will replace smartphone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Struggling to doze off after scrolling? Your phone's got a nifty sleep mode to help out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The video chat service shut down last week. Here's all you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here are some items you may have that are worth a pretty penny in the used goods market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By default your transactions history is public in venmo, here is how to turn it off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A recent survey found that fifty percent of us pay for streaming services we don’t use. Here's how to track all of your forgotten subscriptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DoorDash has issued a warning to all their customers. Here's all you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're all sick of bad emails. Here's how to amp yours up so folks will actually read them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you safer in a gas-powered car? Here are the facts in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your front doorstep is a landing pad for all your deliveries — and porch pirates. Here's how to protect your packages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The coworking company once had a $47 billion valuation, then it tanked — hard. I'll dive into the how and why of its bankruptcy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reading the top 96 websites' privacy policies would eat up 47 hours of your life. Let's get you those hours back with some speedy deciphering tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are TikTok's safeguards against hate and harrassment really doing anything? I have the lowdown in this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you doing what pesters folks the most on flights? In this short podcast, here's how not to be that guy or gal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your career safe? Here's a list of the top jobs expected to disappear in the next five years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Folks with iPhones often prefer texting with other iPhone users — it's just the way it is. Got an Android? Here's what you can do to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you buy now or wait for later? Here's a preview of the early stuff that's waiting for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever hopped on a Zoom call and been greeted with a friendly wave? Here's the reason we all wave back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should the tech be allowed in the classroom? Here's why parents and teachers are split. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You have a lot of smart devices. I have an easy way to check which countries they're connected to. Plus, I answer one of your burning tech questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How dangerous are deepfakes for our youth? A scandal at Westfield High School, New Jersey, hints it's merely the tip of the iceberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you switched back the clock on all your old tech? Here's what you need to check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are people heading back to the hotel? I have the reasons in this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tempted by Turo's low rates? Be wary of fewer protections compared to traditional car insurance. Also, Kim from Nevada asks if a VPN can help after her email hack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's stopping Mark Zuckerberg from ruling the land? Find out the answer in this podcast. Also, Nancy from South Carolina is looking for a cure for battery drain, and I've got some tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you buy an EV, will it be a trick or a treat? I unpack why many are fearful to buy. Plus, Kristen seeks a privacy-centric smart speaker for her 80-year-old aunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sit for 10+ hours daily? It might shorten your life. Here's a solution. Plus, I help Jodie from Indiana find the best online courses to up her tech skills! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hunting for sweet treats? This app will show you where the big candy bars are! Also, I answer one of your burning questions in a new Q&A segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Planning to snag one for Christmas? Here’s why you should act fast before they’re gone. And stick around! I’ll tackle one of your intriguing questions in a Q&A segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No, Tom Hanks isn’t trying to sell you a dental plan. In this podcast, some tricks to spotting celeb deepfakes. Also, stay tuned, as I answer one of your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do more bars signal clearer phone service? I'll debunk this and three other tech myths. Plus, hang tight, as I tackle one of your big questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want a good fright? I list some great horror flicks that'll get your heart racing. Plus, I answer one of your tech inquiries in a Q&A segment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are some of the reasons? Here's why I won't be getting in a driverless car any time soon. Plus, stay tuned! I'll answer a question from our listener mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think you've seen it all in job interviews? Wait until you hear these quirky tests employers are using. Plus, stick around — I answer your tech questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is everyone really ditching X (formerly Twitter)? Don't believe the hype — I'll tell you why. And stick around for my brand-new Q&A segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you repair your own Apple product? California's new law says "Yes." Plus, stay tuned for my Q&A where I tackle your top tech questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your lost account credentials could get you in a world of trouble — here's how to clean them out. Plus, hold on tight! I answer your burning questions in a new Q&A segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having a hard time dating online? Tinder's newest feature gives your loved ones the reins. That's not all — I answer your burning tech questions in a new Q&A segment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the social network designed to hook kids? Here's why lawmakers are suing. Plus, hold on tight! I'll answer your burning questions in a brand new Q&A segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kids today don't have an issue with parents monitoring them online. I've got the reason behind this, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the market to buy a new car? Here's why you might want to rethink Tesla, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get into the spirit with your smart speaker, video doorbell and streaming service. In just 1 minute, some of my favorite ways to embrace Halloween. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Netflix made a whole lot of people mad when it said no more password sharing. In 60 seconds, why there's a lot to learn from the streaming company's marketing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turns out a coin flip isn't 50/50. In just 60 seconds, I'll tell you the winning pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People are getting ripped off left and right by a phone call and a text. In 1 minute, I'll warn you what to watch for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to take on a new video game? I've got the downlow on how to see how long it'll take to beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is hitting that "unsubscribe" button the right way to go if you suspect a spammer is behind the message? In 60 seconds, the right way to say goodbye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In some cases, it seems like the right option. And it is, but there's a catch. In 1 minute, what you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices