Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Before you get rid of old technology, whether giving it to another family member, selling it, or even throwing it into the recycle bin, you've got to take this important first step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should social media be held accountable for publishing false, defamatory and even libelous material — just like newspapers, radio and television? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's pretty easy to track down someone's email address if you know the tricks of the trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Streaming services are having the same problem that plagued cable. Customers are asking, "Do we really need all of these services?" Here's the full story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You probably start the day clearing out emails that somehow made it through your spam filter. But what if it was you on the other side of that email? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years, Google has stood firm: No one listens to your private conversations. Of course, no one ever believed Google because – for lack of a better word – it was a preposterous lie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cameras on our smartphones have reached a point that rivals professional equipment. In this episode, I'll show you how to take commercial-quality photos and videos from your phone's camera. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's a headline I can't help but raise an eyebrow at. Facebook is pouring a ton of dough into saving journalism — but I can't help but wonder if this is just a well-dressed bribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It happens every summer. Someone either drops their phone into the swimming pool or an ocean wave slaps their phone out of their hands. That brings up the age-old question: Just how waterproof are our phones? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The admission from the White House that it’s "flagging" social media posts that it considers misinformation was downright frightening – regardless of who is the president. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s always at least some stress when buying a new car. But buying online has additional traps to scam you out of your money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer's in full swing, and millions are squeezing in as much vacation time as possible. While you're scheduling some time off, scammers are working overtime to trick you with these fake vacation schemes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hidden deep in your TV’s settings menu, you have something called motion smoothing. This feature artificially adds frames to whatever you’re watching. It can make a world of difference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you ran Twitter, or any other social media platform, what would you do when users begin using emojis as racist insults? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it’s for sale or not, your home is already listed on Zillow.com. If you don't check it out right now, you could hurt your home's resale value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I know they’re the future, but every single time I feel ready to buy an electric car, the industry itself scares me away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're exposing one of Google's biggest lies. The company claims it's not tracking 2 billion people. That's a far cry from the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since their arrival almost 50 years ago, the FDA and the FCC said there’s no link to cancer and cell phones. But now, new research from The University of California’s Berkeley School of Public Health says otherwise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’ve probably never heard of Jaipur, India. It’s more than 8,000 miles away. But it’s important today because this small town, just southwest of New Delhi, is the site of the world’s worst selfie disaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some dating apps are notorious for being used solely for hookups. (Think Tinder, Bumble and Hinge.) But get this. Many young people, from Gen Z to millennials, are using these so-called hookup apps in entirely new ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Friday, President Biden announced a 72-point plan to rein in the power of Big Tech. Here's what his plan is missing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When your computer malfunctions – Windows or MAC – what’s the first question to ask? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you think you're too tech-savvy to fall for an online scam? Think again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you try to understand Trump's lawsuit against social media and Big Tech, you're bombarded with opinion pieces. I'll cut through the politics and tell you what's really going on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know 58% of all American smartphones are iPhones? That includes mine. I've been testing iPhone's newest operating system. Here's what I like (and one thing I'm not too fond of). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The recent ransomware attack over the holiday weekend was the single biggest in history. Behind the attack is the same Russia-linked gang that hit JBS meat processing and got an $11 million dollar payout during the Memorial Day weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s a nightmare scenario: You’re trapped in a small space and can’t get out. Now imagine that small space is on fire and you have a real-life Tesla nightmare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since 1964, when the media publishes or broadcasts false information about "public figures," they can’t be sued for libel unless it can be proven that they knew the story was false. (Or if they show "reckless disregard" for verifying the story.) This unique protection has allowed false and sensationalistic reporting, especially on the internet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We haven't reached the top of America's explosive residential real estate market. Home values and sales have skyrocketed, but even if your home's not for sale, it has a listing on Zillow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to cyber attacks on the United States, who is America's biggest enemy? You might be surprised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you think you haven't been a direct victim of ransomware? I have bad news: you have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reports are coming in from all over the country about this: You suddenly notice that your home’s temperature is too hot. Has the power company commandeered your home thermostat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All telephone providers – AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Comcast, Cox and all the others – have until the end of today to implement new technology that fights fraudulent calls. Here's the full story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Six years ago, Microsoft announced that the current version, Windows 10, would be the last. Today, even Microsoft executives are surprised that Windows 11 is on the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More stimulus money is coming in July and scammers are already working to rip you off. This time, they promise to help you extract the money from the IRS. Don't fall for it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robocalls are always annoying. But when they arrive on your smartphone, they're even more irritating because they’re using your plan’s precious minutes to sell you something you never wanted to begin with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s something to think about. If you don’t lock down your home’s Wi-Fi network, you could be charged with a crime you didn’t commit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senator Marco Rubio is proposing a bill that could rein in the power of Big Tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you fall victim to a scammer who is using a payment app, you’re out of luck. There are no rules or laws to protect you and get your money back once the money goes out of your account and into somebody else's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most optimistic thing you can say about Instagram these days is that it’s in a slump. But to many, Instagram is now boring. It has too many influencers — and not enough people to be influenced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have a Samsung smartphone, you should know about the phone's pre-installed apps that are spying on you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas and a few other states want customers to enroll their Nest and other smart thermostats in a program to help reduce power consumption. Texas was unprepared for this year’s record cold winter and they’re not ready for summer’s heatwave, either. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most Windows 10 users don't know there's a way to protect their computer's files against ransomware. It's not a 100% guarantee, but it can work wonders in case of an emergency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You always need to carry some form of ID while traveling. Luckily, you can easily set up a digital backup. Here's what to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weeks ago, I told you that the Bank of England's chief said anyone who invests in cryptocurrency should be prepared to lose it all. Now, I have a startling follow-up story. Listen to this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the commercials, people happily discover lost keys or purses thanks to their Apple AirTag. But these little devices have quickly been put to a darker use: tracking people without their knowledge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amazon Prime Day is now less than a week away. When shopping on Amazon, most of us check out the reviews to find out how good a product is. Unfortunately, no one can trust Amazon’s customer product reviews. Here's why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The White House will require all cryptocurrency transfers of $10,000 or more to be reported for tax purposes. Here's the full story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In May, I asked my listeners and readers to share their thoughts on powerful tech companies. Of over 6,000 respondents, 86% said they're fed up with Big Tech. So is Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you visit a new website, there's a good chance you’ll be asked to accept the website’s cookies. Most people say yes ... but interestingly enough, most people don’t even know what they're agreeing to. Here's how the cookie crumbles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices