Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

What a typo can cost you

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever made a typo? Sure, you have. Here's why they can cause some big problems, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Concerns about AI taking over your job

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is your career at risk? Here's why you can ease your worries a little, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steps to send a fax without a fax machine

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, sometimes you still need to make a fax. Here's how you can online, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

The world's psychics never saw this coming

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you believe in clairvoyants? Here's why their jobs might be taken over by "fortune telling" AI, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Say it in 8 seconds or don't say it at all

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The modern attention span is now comparable to that of a goldfish. Here's what that means for your work, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choic...

How to hide your phone number from marketers

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Getting a bunch of spammy calls and texts? I've got a trick to put that to rest, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Remove your personal info from Google

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What if the wrong person gets hold of your details? Here's how the search engine giant is enhancing your security, in one minute. Learn more about you...

The TikTok ageism comedy-irony

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do baby boomers really feel about TikTok? Let's break it down, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't sleep next to your phone - it could explode

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It makes sense to charge your phone while you snooze. But here's the reason it's dangerous, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Lithium-ion battery replacements are coming

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone knows that these kinds of batteries are unpredictable. Here's why a fix is on the way, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

What you're giving away in your home listing

06 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Selling your home? Here's what you need to look out for before putting it online, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Trade in your iPhone 8 and iPhone X now

06 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When is it time to upgrade your phone? I'll tell you why you should right now, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Rent a pool to swim in this summer vacay

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for a spot to chill and grill? Here's why some are renting out their backyards, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Car thieves' newest trick

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's a new way to see if expensive tech is being stored in your vehicle. I have the scoop, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

The mystery behind how many steps you take

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you check your steps today? Here's how your phone knows how far you go, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Your Chromebook has an expiration date

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Your Chromebook has a "best by" date. Here's why you can't do anything about it, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Gen Z's new phone obsession is not an iPhone

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why is Gen Z ditching smartphones? Get the surprising answer in just 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ChatGPT's lying problem

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you trust everything the chatbot says? Here's why you need to fact check it, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

How to report a UFO online

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you seen something ... otherworldly in the skies? Here's how you can report it, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

White font secret to beating AI

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to increase your chances of getting noticed by AI systems during job applications? Here's why a little white font goes a long way, in 60 seconds....

Smart way to snag a fully booked campsite

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Planning to take a spontaneous trip to the great outdoors? I've got a method for securing high-demand campsites on the fly, in one minute.  Learn mor...

3 ways thieves are stealing expensive phones

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you often chatting with friendly strangers when you're out and about? Here's why you need to stay cautious, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your...

Opt out of unsolicited credit card mail

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mailbox overflowing with unsolicited credit card and insurance offers? I've got a way you can stop them, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad cho...

Biofire gun

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After years of false starts, the first smart gun is here. The question is, will anyone buy it? I have the lowdown in this one-minute podcast.  Learn ...

Turn your car into your next side-hustle

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is your car just sitting idle in your driveway? Find out why it should be your next income stream  — in 60 seconds Learn more about your ad choices...

Hidden cams in AirBnb rentals

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Caught on camera during an intimate moment in an Airbnb? Hear a Texas couple's alarming tale in my one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choice...

iOS 17 is coming this fall - here's what to expect

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's latest update lands this fall. Get the scoop on its thrilling features, in 60 seconds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

The worthless product scam from Amazon merchants

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine receiving thousands of packages from Amazon that you didn't even order. In this one-minute podcast, I'll share how this exact scenario unfolde...

Your phone's voice commands for emergencies

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can't dial 911 manually? Here are a few ways to get help using only your voice, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

The Barbie scam

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Obsessed with the Barbie movie? Here's how scammers are using that to their advantage, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

Dangerous: teens turn to social media for medical advice

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you use social media and Google to diagnose your health symptoms? Here's why it's a big problem for teens, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your a...

Apps to track UV exposure

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you’re chilling out at the pool or having those family cookouts, you need to protect your skin. Here's how you can, in 60 seconds.  Learn more...

Catalogue your family's heirlooms digitally

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

All your cherished artifacts hold stories worth preserving for future generations. Here's how you can catalogue them, in 60 seconds. Learn more about ...

Netflix tries to bust the writer's strike

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The streaming titan just announced a job vacancy that's turning every head in Hollywood. The full scoop, in just 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad ...

Get a temporary email address without making a new account

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Drowning in spam? Learn this technique to catapult those pesky emails straight to the trash can, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Netflix hits the jackpot and proves its value

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Was Netflix's decision to cut off unauthorized account users a smart business move? I have the scoop, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choice...

Use your phone one-handed

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is your hand cramping while trying to use it? Here's a tip on how to use your phone more easily, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

The Twitter killer stumbles

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meta's Threads isn't doing too hot. Here are all the details, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Always know which side your car's gas tank is on

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Forget which side your gas tank is on? I've got a way for you to always know, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

The coming global ID System

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

OpenAI founder Sam Altman has plans for a worldwide ID system. I have the scoop, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Remove a background of a photo fast

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Isn't it frustrating when a random object spoils your ideal snapshot? In this one-minute podcast, I'll share some smartphone tools to rectify that in ...

Is Your Boss Spying on You?

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The bigger the company, the greater the chance. Here's what you need to know, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Get a smart thermostat to save money this summer

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The scorching temps are burning a hole in your wallet. Here's how you can beat the heat and save some bucks, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad c...

AI, the lawsuits begin

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

ChatGPT was trained on the work of writers and artists — and now they want to be compensated for it. Here's the scoop, in 60 seconds. Learn more abo...

How tracking your moods can unlock a happier you

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you keeping tabs on the health of your mind? Here's how your smartwatch can help, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

How your phone could damage your marriage

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Consistently glued to your phone while with your spouse? Discover in this 60-second podcast why this habit could be the silent killer of your relation...

The valuable old phones hidden in your junk drawer

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got an old cellphone hidden away that could be worth a lot of cash? Let me tell you why now's the time to find out—in just 60 seconds! Learn more ab...

For EVs, the doubts are piling up

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The push to electrify America's cars and trucks brings major challenges. Get the full story, in 60 seconds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

Are printers storing your secrets?

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What you're printing isn't necessarily between you and your printer. Here's the scoop, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

The price tag of voice cloning

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it a thousand dollars or a hundred? I reveal the real cost, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Household objects that slow down your Wi-Fi

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that your innocent household items may be secretly plotting against your Wi-Fi? Here's what they are and how they do it in this one-minut...

Phone battery dying too soon? Try this

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New research reveals the apps responsible, and you can find them listed in this one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Don't plug in just any thumb drive

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

See a random one hanging around? Here's why you shouldn't use it in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a jump on Apple's iOS 17

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re an iPhone owner, here’s how you can get ahead of the game in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Get your lotto ticket online

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't want to wait in line for your chance to win? Get one from home in just 60 seconds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Tipping gone wild

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling the pressure to tip all the time? Here's why you're not alone, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See what your future baby will look like

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dating someone new and wondering what your future babies would look like? In 1-minute, the hot new app that uses AI to show you. Learn more about your...

Tired of tipping? You're not alone

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's not just restaurants and coffee shops asking for tips. In 60 seconds, the down low on just how out of control this is getting. Learn more about y...

Start your tour guide side hustle

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you're an expert on your hometown, why not make some extra cash? Here's how you can get started in just 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choice...

Why ChatGPT has gotten faster but dumber

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been using ChatGPT lately, you might have noticed that it seems a bit off. Let me explain why in this 60-second podcast.  Learn more about ...

Beware of a "free" piano

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tempted to pick up a free piano on FB Marketplace? I'll tell you why you might want to hold off in this one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad c...

The Amazon driver and the "racist" Ring doorbell

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A Baltimore Amazon driver claimed that when he rang the Ring doorbell, he was greeted with a racist slur. Here's what happened next in 60 seconds. Lea...

Ways to keep your phone from overheating

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Your smartphone can suffer damage if it gets too hot. Here are quick tips to keep it cool while outdoors, in just 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad...

ChatGPT - the lawsuits begin

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should ChatGPT be held accountable for plagiarism claims? Here's my take, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Gmail hack to see who sells your data

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know who sells your email address to spammers? Here's how you can easily see who's responsible, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choi...

Threads vs Twitter - the first user reviews

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Will Threads beat out Twitter? Here's what some are saying, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's illegal to throw this everyday item away

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that certain devices can't be thrown in the regular trash or recycling bin? Here's what you can't toss away, in just one minute. Learn mo...

Before you buy your next plane ticket...

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's a new scam that's ripping off thousands of travelers. Here's how you can stay safe, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Avoid this new package delivery scam

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you recieve a package from the IRS? Here's why that could be a con, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Threads vs Twitter - what you need to know

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Will Threads be a "Twitter-destroyer"? Here's why it's going to be a long game, in just one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Restarting: The easiest solution to tech issues you're overlooking

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you tried turning it on and off again? Here's why powering down works, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Did Zuckerberg's new Threads app rip off Musk's Twitter?

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

And now, the real fight begins—not in the ring, but in court. Here's the lowdown in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Trick to make your phone run fast

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is your phone running at a snail's pace? Well, in this one-minute podcast, I'll share a really quick fix that might surprise you. Learn more about you...

A federal judge slaps down the White House and social media

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should social media companies be able to label and kick out opinions as "disinformation"? Let me give you the scoop, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about...

Protect your smart TV with a VPN

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that your TV is vulnerable to privacy breaches? Here's what you need to do to protect it, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices...

The real cost of an online cash advance

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever thought about using online cash advance websites? It's tempting when you're struggling, but let me tell you why it's a bad idea in this one-minut...

Celebrate the Fourth of July online

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Beyond fireworks and parties, the Fourth of July is a celebration of the Declaration of Independence. Here's how you can celebrate it in just one minu...

Getting more out of Independence Day

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the best way to celebrate the Fourth of July? In this one-minute podcast, I'll give you a list of things to do. Learn more about your ad choice...

Smartphone tricks for better fireworks pics

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to capture those Fourth of July celebrations? Here's how to quickly set up your smartphone for great shots, in one minute. Learn more about your...

How to go on a treasure hunt for money that's owed to you

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know you might have unclaimed money waiting for you? In just 60 seconds, I'll guide you through the process of finding it. Learn more about yo...

How to avoid light pollution and stargaze

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When was the last time you experienced a truly dark sky? I have an amazing tool that can find you a perfect stargazing spot, in 60 seconds.  Learn mo...

The only safe way to use TikTok

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can't resist your love for TikTok, even with data sent back to China? Here's a 60-second tip just for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

Taking care of grandkids this summer? Here are some fun games!

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You don't need a super fancy gaming system to keep the little ones entertained. Check out these fun games, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad c...

How to score cheap stuff or make money reselling It

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you send stuff back to Amazon? In this one-minute podcast, I reveal why one person's return can become another person's big score. L...

Tech travel tip you’ll use on every vacation

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You’re halfway to the Airbnb or airport and, oops, no internet or data connection. In 60 seconds, the super simple step to make sure this doesn't ru...

Texas attorneys learn about ChatGPT the hard way

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

ChatGPT can get you into some real trouble. In 60 seconds, the story of two Texas lawyers who just learned that lesson the very hard way. Learn more a...

3 ways to make your bike difficult to steal

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to deter thieves from nabbing your bike? Here are a few cool tech tips you need to know, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

An answer to rampant crime?

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for facial recognition everywhere? Here's why it's the solution for some businesses, in just 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Posting pics of kids: Do's and dont's

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you putting your kids in danger online? Here's what not to do when it comes to their privacy, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Netflix - the big family breakup

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you told anyone they can't use your Netflix anymore? Here's why the password crackdown is causing relationship grief, in 60 seconds.  Learn more...

Get your memories off VHS tapes the easy way

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know tapes don't last forever? Preserve them before it's too late with my tips, in 60 seconds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Have you been tricked into signing up for Amazon Prime?

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling to cancel your subscription? You're not alone, and I'll explain why in this one-minute podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Erase things from photos the easy way

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Perfect selfie ruined by photobombers? Here's a way to clean that pic up in a snap, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Hospitals under attack

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why are hospitals being targeted by cybercriminals? I give you the details in this one-minute podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

What the icons mean in your browser bar

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know anything past the forward, back or refresh buttons? I tell you what all the other icons mean, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad ch...

The top most easily guessed passwords

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Curious about the numbers you should avoid using in your passwords? I'll reveal them in just one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Use offline maps for navigation

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Planning a trip to the countryside? Before you head out, give this one-minute podcast a listen for a handy Google Maps trick. Learn more about your ad...

Stop writing checks

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Still paying bills with checks? Here's why you need to switch over to electronic payments, in one minute.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Signs your spouse is cheating on you

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are the red flags? I have some digital clues of infidelity, in 60 seconds.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Musk vs Zuckerberg - The Cage Fight

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who would win in a cage fight? I give my predictions in this one-minute podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices