Kim Komando Daily Tech Update
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Trust in the media is dismal
Do you trust social media and American mass media? In 60 seconds, how most of us feel is revealed in a new study. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to deal with a bad texter
We all have at least one in our lives. In 60 seconds, my tricks for dealing with that person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I won't ride in a self-driving car
One day, self-driving cars will be safe. In 1 minute, why I'm waiting to be a passenger in one of those autonomous cars cruising the streets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Gen Zers think influencer is a viable career
Forget firefighters, doctors and scientists. In just 1 minute, a look into what Gen Zers want to do when they grow up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon's shocking bribe number
Shop on Amazon? In 60 seconds, a huge reason you should think twice before you trust any review you see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23andMe DNA hack poses a big danger
Millions of people happily sent their DNA off to 23andMe. I'll tell you why I'm glad I didn't, in just 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dangerous online real estate mistake
Selling your home? Virtual tours are expected these days, but there's something you need to know before you post one. I've got the details, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fake portable hard drives are everywhere
See a cheap one on Amazon? Here's why it might not be the real deal, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How old is too old for your phone
Is it time to upgrade? I've got a nifty rule of thumb in this quick one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This widower lost $661,000 from a bank scam
Tech support from your bank is supposed to help, right? Why you should be wary if they call, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hackers using LinkedIn
Spot a Linkedin URL in your email? Here's why you should double-check before clicking it, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The real price of a grocery store discount
What are you actually paying when you use loyalty cards? Find out in this 60-second podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to wrangle all your cords and cables
Can't tell what cord you have? The best way to tidy up in this 60-second podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Live streaming the murder of Israeli and American hostages
Will big tech do anything about it? Here's my take in this one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Map out your travels with Google Earth
Want a fun way to look back at your vacations? Try this trick in my one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hatred on social media spikes to never before seen levels
Is social media at its worst? Here's my take, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Limit violent images in your social media feed
You've likely seen some of the horrific images coming out of Israel and Gaza. Here's how to limit them, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Israel and Hamas
What role does social media play? Here's the scoop in this one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You don't have to tip
Touch screens are complicating the tipping process. Here's my take, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 4 best ways to identify false news
Amid Israel's recent terror attack, there's a lot misinformation online. Here's how to find the real news, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get Amazon Prime movie tickets (for free)
Want a free date with you and a pal? Here's a cool site you should check out, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The iPhone 15 update back story
What's making those phones so hot? Here's my take, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
That's not your bank on the phone
Get a call about a computer hacking into your account? I tell you why you shouldn't fall for it, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A new generation of creeps, voyeurs and spies
Peeping Toms have found new high-tech methods to be disgusting. I'll tell you all about them, in just one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send that thank-you email
After an interview, are you giving thanks? Here's why you should, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Starlink - what's just ahead
What does Elon Musk envision for our skies? Here's what's coming, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your Facebook after death
When you die what happens to your Facebook? I give you the scoop, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emergency alert conspiracy theories and rumors
What are some of the rumors floating around online? Here's a rundown, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your phone has an expiration date
When is your device no longer fresh? Here's a way to find out, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why yesterday's emergency wireless test proved nothing
Did you get the alert yesterday? Here's my take, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Free photo search tool you have to use to believe
What if I could find photos of you online in a split second? In this one-minute podcast, I'll let you in on an app that can. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shocker about dating apps
Find your love online? Here's why that's not a great sign for your relationship, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How much money you need in an emergency
Do you have enough cash on hand? This is the right amount to keep stored, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your child's smartphone - 5000 messages a week
Considering a phone for your kiddo? Here's the lowdown, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stop blue light
Are screens stopping you from getting a good snooze? Hear my useful tips, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Meta's new Vision Quest 3 Ray-Ban VR headset
Are Meta's new virtual reality glasses, disguised as Ray-Bans, worth the hype? Here's the scoop, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're about to get a massive emergency alert
No need to panic if your phone starts blaring this week. Find out what's happening, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The new smartphone etiquette
To leave a voicemail or not leave a voicemail? I answer the question, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Don't be lazy during a data breach
Not worried about your data? Here's why you shouldn't wait to protect yourself, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Philly looting and social media
Social media predicted the Philly looting, so why'd it happen? Here's what went wrong, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How hotel hackers get your info
Are you on a legit hotel website? In just one minute, I cover the tactics criminals use to scam you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max - plagued with issues?
Should you wait to buy the latest Apple devices? Here's what people are saying, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your desktop is a mess
Need some ideas on how to clean it? I've got some great tips in this one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NASA putting backups on the moon
The safest place to keep your data? Here's why it might be in space, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New phone etiquette rules
Should you leave a voice mail or not? I tell you all about modern phone manners, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FTC accuses Amazon of acting as a monopoly
The first of the mega lawsuits against Big Tech is underway. What it means for you, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Gen Z slang words you need you to know
Are you on fleek? Here's what that means, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can baby boomers save the networks?
The three big networks are up for sale. Here's why boomers are still watching traditional TV, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Now's the time to talk to your kids about deepfakes
Put a pic of your child online? Here's why you should rethink that, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple - iPhone mania is back
Stores in New York, Chicago and Boston were packed. Here's why everyone wants an iPhone, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices