Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

$4 billion lost to fake hotel sites

21 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Fake hotel booking sites rake in $4 billion a year. You could be next. The one rule to keep you safe. Plus, ChatGPT knew Diana's birthday and the exac...

Free Father's Day streaming gift

21 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ask dad what he wants for Father's Day. He'll say nothing. He's lying. I'll tell you how you can turn his streaming account into a Father's Day theatr...

Apple vs. Meta AI gadget battle

20 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for an old-fashioned product war. Apple is getting ready to launch its own AI camera. Equipped with AI AirPods. Plus, Jim was about to get ...

Phone’s hidden hotel pricing trick

20 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your friend booked the same hotel room as you. Just for $40 less. Your phone is the reason. Plus, Adam's bagel shop customers are not happy? Not becau...

Nearly 4,000 Waymos recalled

19 Jun 2026

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More than 3,800 of Waymo's self-driving taxis are recalled. Why? Ignoring traffic signs. Plus Jacob is one of the thousands of 2026 college graduates ...

Let AI pack your suitcase

19 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hate packing? AI does it for you. Plus Steven entered his amazing alligator pictures into a photography competition. The kicker? It got banned for bei...

Why OnlyFans creators average only $1,250

18 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Think OnlyFans influencers are rich? Think again. They're making $1,250 a year on average. I'll tell you why. Plus, Brett is looking for a high-paying...

Tap is the safest way to pay

18 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Still swiping your credit card at the pump? Big mistake. When you do, your card hands over your real number. Thieves steal it. The two minute fix to ...

Your AI resumé isn't fooling recruiters

17 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Graduates are flooding hiring desks with AI-generated resumés. Hiring managers see right through it. Takes two seconds. Why they're getting the boot ...

AI diagnoses your car

17 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Save $100 on a trip to the mechanic. AI knows exactly what that weird symbol lit up on your dashboard means. It'll tell you for free. Plus, Kendra wan...

Fox buys Roku for $22 billion

16 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Fox spent $22.2 billion on Roku. It wasn't for movies. It was for your screen. What this means for your data. Plus, minutes after logging into her ban...

Texting's three hidden shortcuts

16 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your keyboard has a secret. There's shortcuts that make texting faster and way less frustrating. Plus, Tanya's twin sister refuses to listen to the Ki...

SpaceX goes public

15 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

SpaceX is making history. It’s the 6th most valuable publicly traded company in the world. Opened on Wall Street at $150 a share after a tense two h...

AI decodes lab results

15 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doctor printouts can look like they're written in a total different language. AI makes sense of it in seconds. Plus, renowned surgeon Dr. Amron shares...

Google sues scammers for AI fakes

14 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

AI is making it hard to spot scam websites. It looks so real, Google sued the cyber thieves who used Gemini to pull it off. The one rule that keeps yo...

Fix phone dead zones for free

14 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

No bars? No problem. Use Wi-Fi calling instead of the towers. And Victoria noticed a weird arrow and orange light on her locked iPhone. Spoiler alert....

Tipping culture reaches breaking point

13 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Americans are tipping less than ever. Fed up with automatic gratuity screens. 20% used to be a great bonus. Now it's the starting point. Learn more a...

AI summarizes YouTube videos

13 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your time never gets a refund. Let AI watch that 53 minute YouTube. Full recap in 15 seconds. Plus, Michael is drowning in real estate contracts. I'm ...

Three must-have travel gadgets under $30

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lost luggage, dead phones and sketchy airport USB ports can ruin a summer trip fast. The essential travel gear you need to solve all your problems bef...

Get paid to flag AI mistakes

11 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for extra cash? You can get paid up to $40 an hour to read, rate and correct AI responses. If AI isn't your thing, Steve has the ultimate blue...

The hidden magnifier inside your phone

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Squinting at a restaurant menu under dim lights is an absolute mood killer. Luckily there's a free built-in magnifying glass on your phone that almost...

Save $120 on hidden phone bill fees

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Third-party companies slide small charges onto your phone bill every month. Most people never notice. How to get a refund today. Plus, Joan is a landl...

Beat AI job interviewers

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Step aside humans. AI bots are running job interviews. Listen here for tips to beat the algorithm. Plus, Jim's sister thought she found love online. S...

See your mail before it arrives

07 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Every morning your mail carrier knows what's heading to your mailbox. You don't. A free USPS tool emails you pictures of what's coming every day. Plus...

Get 15% off with online abandoned cart trick

06 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

That chair in your online cart is way over budget. But there's a trick to help you snag discounts off at checkout. And Johanna was moving to Spain wit...

Pharmacy secret that save you hundreds

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You paid $90 at the pharmacy. The person behind you paid $8. Same drug. The simple trick to save you money. Plus, AI companies are paying experts lik...

Beat AI brain rot

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Too much AI is bad for the brain. Ten minutes of it and your mind starts checking out. Researchers tested 1,200 people and found that leaning on chatb...

Say no to TSA face scans

03 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most travelers don't know they can opt out of facial recognition at 65 airport security checkpoints. Three words is all it takes. Plus, Tom BetGeorge ...

Apple boosts trade-ins, cuts Android deals

02 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Apple quietly bumped trade-in values on its model devices by $50. The catch? Android trade-in values dropped. Plus, Las Vegas celebrity magician Ben S...

Make AI your contract detective

01 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The $120 monthly fee can quietly become a $2,000 renewal. Use AI to flag every trap before you sign anything. And a bride-to-be saved over $12,000 on ...

Apps are watching you

31 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stalkware hides inside apps you trust. The creepy part? You let them in. Plus, I talk with Shawna. She wants one place to track all her investments, w...

Fix the family vacation photos chaos

30 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Vacation photos shouldn’t be a scavenger hunt. One shared album fixes everything. And Jan has thousands of family photos she wants her family to see...

Turn your phone into a wildlife camera

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your phone can do it all. Be a wildlife ranger, field guide, nature camera. Unlock it this summer. Plus, Rob wants to be a fisherman. No clue where to...

Let AI plan dinner

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your kids say there's nothing to eat. Your fridge says otherwise. AI is settling the argument. Use it to turn random ingredients into real recipes. ...

AI is stealing your Facebook

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

AI can clone your Facebook account and scam your closest friends. All they need is your face and name. Here's how to stop it before it happens. Learn...

AI is writing text scams now

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Americans lost $639 million to text scams in 2025. Crisis mode. AI is writing the bait now. Even the smartest people are falling it. Flip the script. ...

Uncover WWII veteran records online

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This Memorial Day, honor your family's heroes by uncovering their history. The National Archives and Fold3 have digitized WWII draft cards, signatures...

911 phone hack

24 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Every iPhone and Android has an emergency SOS built in. It calls 911 and alerts your emergency contacts automatically. Most people have never touched ...

Cars store private data

23 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Contacts, texts, your garage code. It’s all stored in your car. When you sell or trade it in, the data stays behind. Do this to clear your name befo...

Your printer is a tattletale

22 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your color laser printer isn't just a printer. It's a witness. It's been secretly tracking every page you've ever printed and snitching on you since t...

Your phone is now a cursive translator

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Found a box of old cursive letters and no time to type them out? Your phone can do it in seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Photos are killing your phone storage

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The average person takes dozens of photos a day. The duplicates? They're quietly eating up most of your phone's storage. Here's how to clean them out ...

Use AI to score $600 credit card

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

AI found my neighbor an extra $640 a year in credit card rewards. The same can happen to you. Here's the prompt to make it happen. Learn more about yo...

AI voice clone fix

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

McAfee says voice clones hit 85% accuracy. 70% of us can't tell what's real. The one word that'll save you $18,000. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Free apps to keep your inner peace

17 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sunrise walks with my dogs Bella and Abby is how I give my brain a break. To keep the peace, I use prayer apps. Here are the free ones worth trying. L...

11 hidden cameras trick

16 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I stayed at an Airbnb once and found 11 hidden cameras. 47% of Americans discovered one in their rental. Most never check. I’ll tell you how to find...

How to catch a cheater on their own phone

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Think your partner’s digital trail is clean because their inbox is empty? Think again. Smart two-timers have ditched secret apps and are hiding affa...

Stop killing your e-bike battery

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Heading out of town? Don't make the $800 mistake of leaving your e-bike battery at full or empty. Both can destroy it for good. Learn more about yo...

JetBlue sued for surveillance pricing

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your friend booked the same flight for way less money. It wasn't luck. JetBlue is being sued for allegedly using customers' personal data to set ticke...

R.I.P. MBA

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The traditional MBA is flunking out. Enrollment is tanking and schools are slashing tuition by 40%. Even employers aren't impressed by diplomas anymo...

The $3.5 billion typo

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You texted your client "the eel is done" instead of "the deal is done." Yikes! Autocorrect mistakes costs businesses $3.5 billion a year. Fight back w...

AI is moving into your iPhone

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

5.8 billion people carry the same rectangle Steve Jobs gave us 19 years ago. That's not changing. But AI is about to rewire it from the inside out, an...

Quick way to find cheap gas

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gas prices are creeping up. These free tricks can help you find the cheapest pump near you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

What AI is doing to your job

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New data shows AI isn't firing people, it's just not rehiring them. The reason why most people still have jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Where to get your free TV

10 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cut the costs, not the entertainment. Stop overpaying for multiple subscriptions and start watching your favorite shows for zilch right now. Learn mor...

Voice-to-text AI at work

10 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From dictating emails and reports to writing code, AI-powered voice-to-text is replacing the keyboard in the modern workplace. Learn more about y...

Woman lost over $3K to fake travel agent

09 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Don't let your dream vacation turn into a nightmare. Follow these rules to make sure that you're not being played. Learn more about your ad choices....

What’s your 2006 tech worth now?

09 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From TomToms to BlackBerrys, Reddit is revisiting the luxury gadgets that time (and your smartphone) forgot. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Can you copyright an AI song?

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The cold, hard truth: If the bot writes the whole song, it belongs to the public. Here is the legal secret to locking it down. Learn more about your ...

End of the road for lithium-ion batteries

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Goodbye fire risks, hello 500-mile range. How the shift to solid-state batteries will revolutionize the way we power our devices and cars. Learn more ...

Use AI to ace your job interview

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Before someone ever sees your face, an algorithm already scored you. Use AI to beat it at its own game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Apple News bias

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The FTC sent a warning letter to Apple about it's 620 top stories. Shocker: Zero came from right-leaning sources. Learn more about your ad choic...

Ray-Ban Meta creep

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Someone in line at the coffee shop glances at you. Normal, right? Not anymore. They could be wearing Ray-Ban Meta glasses with a hidden camera. Learn ...

This will teach them

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Apple and Google recorded millions of your conversations since 2014. Those targeted ads were NO coincidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Your résumé snitches on you

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

That resume you just emailed? It might be ratting you out. Some free resume builders embed invisible tracking pixels that phone home the moment someon...

Claim your share of $70 billion

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There is $70 billion in unclaimed money sitting in state treasuries right now. AI can help you claim what's yours in under 5 minutes. Learn more abo...

Who controls your kid’s screen time?

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From L.A. to Alabama, states are passing laws to set strict limits on kids' screen time. But will it actually work? Why "bureaucrats" might not be the...

How to find your lost phone

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nearly 30% of "lost" phones are actually right under your nose. The one specific setting that lets you find your device even when it's on silent. Le...

AI decides your future

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

While you’re scrolling, AI is deciding your job prospects, insurance rates, and loan approvals. I'm revealing the invisible ways algorithms are judg...

The secret to cheaper tech

02 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Laptop prices are climbing, but you don't have to settle for the sticker price. You can outsmart the latest price hikes without overpaying. Learn mo...

The death of conversation

02 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From silent dinner tables to the "Great Silence," research shows Americans are talking 28% less than what they used to. The trend could reshape brain ...

Your TV uses AI to watch you

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your TV has a hidden feature that's been tracking you and selling your data for years. Hear how to turn it off for free. Learn more about your ad cho...

Yes, someone is listening

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You're not being paranoid. You're being tracked by more than 2,000 different companies. The scary part? You gave them permission to do it without know...

Outsmart phone pickpockets

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tracking apps can help you find your phone, unless a thief disables them first. Here's how to stay one step ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Mickey Mouse is watching you

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Disneyland is now using facial recognition to verify guests at the gate. I'm breaking down what the park is doing with your data and why fans are outr...

Stop leaving $10,000 on the table

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your manager has negotiated a lot more salaries than you have. That's why the average person misses out $10,000 every year. Use AI to level the playi...

Fake AI influencers making real money

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Chatbot influencers are now a billion-dollar industry, built to exploit a pandemic of loneliness. Men are living proof. Listen for my prediction for ...

Turn your tablet into a smart home hub

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Skip the $300 wall-mounted unit. Your dusty old tablet can become a free command center that controls every smart light, lock, speaker, and camera in ...

Are you really human?

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

More websites are making you prove that you're a real person and not an AI bot pretending to be human. Sam Altman has a device to do exactly that. Lea...

Loyalty card secrets they won't tell

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

That loyalty discount comes with a hidden price tag, your data sold to brokers, banks, and even health insurer partners. I'll show you the free trick ...

The NFL paywall fight

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tens of millions are spent on streaming every week, and the NFL wants in on it. I'll walk you through the league's push to charge fans, and whether a ...

Three tricks for marketplace steals

26 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people scroll Marketplace and lose out on the good stuff. I'll show you how to train the algorithm, when the best listings actually drop, and the...

Stop confessing to your chatbot

26 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Every word you type into AI sits on someone's server and it can be subpoenaed. I'll tell you what you should never confess to a chatbot, and why your ...

Stop the calls before they start

25 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ever called a business and ended up on a follow-up list forever? I'll tell you what really happens the second you dial — and share the simple trick,...

Tim Cook's exit

25 Apr 2026

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Tim Cook is stepping down this September. Here is everything you need to know about his successor, John Ternus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Meta wants to post as you after you die

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You've kept your whole life on Facebook. Pics, videos, messages, likes. So when you die, what happens to it all? Meta's new patent maps out a freaky n...

FRI DTU

24 Apr 2026

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Ask and Google Photos edits pictures

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

No more Photoshop tutorials or wasted hours. You can edit images in Google Photos simply by asking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Streaming costs are out of control

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cutting cable was supposed to save us money. Now the average family pays $972 a year on streaming. Yikes! Hear how to stop overpaying. Learn more abou...

AI catches billion dollar bid mistakes

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

One wrong signature can cost you big money. Hear the AI prompt I use before signing anything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Gen Z: The unluckiest generation

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gen Z was promised everything and got nothing in a world of social media and 24/7 tech. Why they're the most anxious generation yet. Learn more about ...

AirTag 2 update fights stalkers

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's a dark side to AirTags. Stalkers are hiding them in places you'd never think to look. Hear how Apple's new update protects you. Learn more ab...

Billionaires are coming for your brain

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The most powerful tech billionaires aren't just shaping the world. They want your mind too. I'll tell you what they plan to do with it. Learn more abo...

Can AI help with stocks?

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The answer is yes. The numbers will make your jaw drop. A few tricks to try with your chatbot in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choice...

Tennessee's wild idea to stop AI

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A state bill would make AI companion training a Class A felony. It's a sign of how scared Americans have become of artificial intelligence. Learn more...

Sharing AirPods? Do this instead

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The one-earbud-each situation is both awkward and a little gross. Good news: your phone has a built-in fix nobody told you about. Learn more about you...

QVC goes bankrupt

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thirty years on the air, gone in a single livestream era. Here's how TikTok Shop pulled the rug out from under cable's biggest retailer. Learn more ab...

Never pay retail on Amazon

18 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people scroll right past Amazon's best-kept secret. Here's how to find 30 to 60 percent off brand-name tech in seconds. Learn more about your ad ...

FCC bans Chinese-made routers

18 Apr 2026

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The U.S. believes China could flip a switch and turn millions of routers into weapons. The real truth is worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Time travel with Wikipedia's secret feature

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You pass by history every day and you don’t even know it. This hidden Wikipedia app feature gives you a free lesson about the places around you. Lea...