Kim Komando Daily Tech Update
Episodes
2023 predictions: Media trends to know about
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Want to start the year on the right foot? You'll need to prepare for these big changes. I'll catch you up to speed in one minute. Learn more about yo...
Shut up your Echo Show with a wave
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does your smart assistant never know when to shut up? You'll love this new accessibility feature. Here's how it works, in 60 seconds. Learn more abou...
1960s science fiction is here
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tech has come a long way since the 1960s. Here's a quick recap, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn m...
3 tech tips for a safe and happy New Year's Eve
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that New Year's Day is a popular night for crime? Listen to this one-minute podcast for three ways to protect yourself. Learn more about...
Four digital resolutions for 2023
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want a better digital life in 2023? Listen to this one-minute podcast for digital resolutions that will make your new year better. Learn more about y...
Tricks to organize your phone for the new year
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is your smartphone a mess? Listen to this one-minute podcast for quick tips to get your iPhone or Android back in shape. Learn more about your ad cho...
Tesla news keeps getting worse
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking about buying a Tesla? Don't do anything until you listen to this one-minute podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Simple ways to avoid drunk texting
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you tend to pop off when you've had a few drinks? Listen to this one-minute podcast to stop yourself from doing something foolish. Learn more abou...
VR headsets and the metaverse
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been keeping up with the latest metaverse news? Listen to this one-minute podcast for some of its biggest struggles. Learn more about your a...
See the apps listening to you on iPhone and Android
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are your apps listening to everything you say? Listen to this one-minute podcast to stop the snooping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
Biggest tech losers of 2022
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a brutal year for America's tech industry. Who suffered the most? Here's all you need to know, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choi...
These three apps will get you in shape
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to lose a few pounds or get in 10,000 steps a day? In 60 seconds, you'll get the inside scoop on three must-have fitness apps. Learn more about ...
This app helps with PTSD
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tech can change your life for the better. Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out how the Apple Watch app helps soldiers. Learn more about your...
Stop your streaming device from tracking you
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to protect your digital privacy while you binge your favorite shows? Turn off these three settings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
The one sale item not to buy today
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to take advantage of post-Christmas sales? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find the best bang for your buck. Learn more about your ad choic...
Got a new tech gift? Secure it from hackers
25 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to protect the fancy new devices you unwrapped this morning? Listen to this one-minute podcast to secure your Christmas gadgets. Learn more abou...
Just a few hours on Christmas
25 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you get a new tech gadget for Christmas? Here are the hidden costs you should know about, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Track when Santa's coming to town
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where’s Santa and his sleigh right now? Listen to this one-minute podcast for an expert way to know when Santa's coming to town. Learn more about y...
Last-minute Christmas gifts
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to score great last-minute gifts on Christmas Eve? Here are my top shopping tips, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Avoid sneaky subscription fees
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How much are your monthly subscriptions costing you? I bet it's more expensive than you think. Listen to this one-minute podcast to clean up those hid...
Robot vacuum took private photos and leaked them online
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a robotic vacuum cleaner? It might take pictures of you with your pants down. Listen to this one-minute podcast for a shocking tech story....
3 pro tips for cold weather and phones
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that snow can do a number on your gadgets? Listen to this one-minute podcast to keep your phones safe in cold weather. Learn more about ...
Should Santa bring your kid a smartphone?
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to give your child a smartphone for Christmas? Listen to this one-minute podcast for some important tips parents need to know. Learn more about ...
Save offline maps for Christmas vacations
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does your phone signal throw off your connection to Google Maps? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a quick and easy solution. Learn more about yo...
Google's AI will soon be reading your prescriptions
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does your doctor have chicken scratch handwriting? Use your phone to decipher the words. Here's how, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices....
Watch movies with loved ones from afar
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning a long-distance movie night this holiday season? Listen to this one-minute podcast for all the DIY tips you need. Learn more about your ad c...
Top question I get: "Is my phone listening to me?"
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if your phone is snooping on your private conversations? Here's all you need to know, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad ...
4 Google tips for your best search
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to improve your Google searches? Listen to this one-minute podcast for tech tips that will get you better Google Search results. Learn more abou...
Crypto's celebrity lawsuits
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Following a celebrity's financial advice can land you in hot water. Now, they're being held accountable. Here's how, in 60 seconds. Learn more about ...
Fast way to open a closed tab
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to stop closing the wrong tabs by accident? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a productivity hack you'll use time and time again. Learn more...
Avoiding the top online shopping scams
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you doing some last-minute Christmas shopping? Listen to this one-minute podcast to protect yourself from scammers. Learn more about your ad choi...
3 clever ways to shop and save money online
17 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Love online shopping? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a few ways to save money, from sale alerts to coupon apps. Learn more about your ad choice...
The first iPhone 14 satellite emergency rescue
17 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have an iPhone 14? It could save your life — even when you don't have an internet connection. Here's how, in 60 seconds. Learn more about yo...
Get this walkie-talkie app for Apple Watch
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you text more than you talk over the phone? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a better way to communicate. (Hint: It's modern with an old-schoo...
What if your Ring records your neighbor — and he objects?
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a Ring video doorbell? Your neighbors might say you're invading their privacy. Here's what you should do, in 60 seconds. Learn more about...
Zoom holiday party ideas Santa would love
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you planning an online Christmas party? Listen to this one-minute podcast for some fun and festive ways to spice up the video call. Learn more ab...
Important tax change with using Venmo, Paypal and others
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you use apps like Venmo or Paypal to send and receive money? Listen to this one-minute podcast for tax news you need to know. Learn more about you...
Get snow and weather alerts and notifications
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Snow storms are coming. Are you prepared? Listen to this one-minute podcast to get weather warnings on your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Forget EVs. HUVs are coming!
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want a car with zero emissions? HUVs get almost 500 miles out of a single charge. Here's all you need to know, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your a...
Home sellers: 3D tours pose major security risks
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Selling a home? You'll want to know about virtual house tours. Listen to this one-minute podcast for all the security risks to watch out for. Learn m...
Toys R Us is dead, once more
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Remember when Toys R Us first shut down? Families across the country mourned. Here's how the new owners want to revive the brand, in 60 seconds. Lear...
Don't sleep next to your phone. It could explode!
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What causes a phone to explode? Listen to this one-minute podcast to stop your smartphone from starting a house fire. Learn more about your ad choice...
Most hyped car tech at CES 2023
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Would you buy a car with color-changing paint? You might be able to soon! Listen to this one-minute podcast for the inside scoop on futuristic car upg...
Simple ways to hide your risque or otherwise personal photos
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to keep the photos and videos you took on your smartphone private? Listen now for an easy way to keep your creations private. Learn more about y...
Facebook's latest threat is crazy
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you hear about Mark Zuckerberg's threat to remove all news from Facebook? Here's why I hope he follows through, in 60 seconds. Learn more about y...
Big Tech is using your smartphone to track you
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder why you're always getting personalized ads? Listen now to find out how Big Tech knows just what you like. Learn more about your ad...
Virtual, personalized Santa visits
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do your kids want to sit on Santa's lap? They might get sick at the mall. Here's a better way to scratch that itch, in 60 seconds. Learn more about y...
Protect these files - hackers want them the most
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Your life is on your computer. Want to protect your work, private photos and passwords? In this one-minute podcast, you'll master a top cybersecurity ...
Here's the real AI power
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chatbots can be fun to talk to, but they're just the beginning. AI will have a huge impact on the future of tech. Here's all you need to know, in 60 s...
Stop AirTag stalkers on Android with AirGuard app
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did someone secretly slip an AirTag into your car or purse? You might be in danger. Listen to this one-minute podcast for a surefire way to protect yo...
How Chat GPT could destroy Google
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard about the AI that could kill Google? Listen to this one-minute podcast for the full shocking story. Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Watch out for these holiday scams
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you waiting for your Christmas presents to arrive in the mail? Be wary of emails or texts about your orders. Here's why, in 60 seconds. Learn mor...
Amazon's solution to the worker shortage
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
America is suffering from an unprecedented worker shortage. Amazon has a plan. Here's all you need to know, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad c...
Save money with smart water management
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know your water heater uses around 20% of your home's energy? Listen to this one-minute podcast to lower your energy bill. Learn more about y...
Secret Santa wine scam on social media
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Holiday shopping is in full swing. So are online thieves, unfortunately. Here's all you need to know, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices...
Don't let Alexa ruin your Christmas
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Worried about holiday snoopers finding the hidden gifts you bought for them? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a tech trick that will throw them o...
Zuck vs. Musk on government regulation
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Not all Big Tech companies play by the same rules. Here's how lawmakers treat Meta and Twitter differently, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad c...
Know what airplanes are above you in seconds
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to identify the planes flying overhead? Listen to this one-minute podcast to track planes in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Amazon wants to monitor your sleep (I'll pass)
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Would you volunteer to let Amazon monitor your sleep? Let me introduce you to the new Halo Rise, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Fix for slow Wi-Fi
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dealing with a slow internet connection? Here's why — and how to fix it, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
Three top crypto bosses are dead. Coincidence?
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is someone killing Putin's friends? There's a common thread: They're all crypto billionaires. In this one-minute episode, let's look over this real-li...
How tech pros use a hotel room TV
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Traveling this holiday season? Your hotel room's TV holds some hidden tech tricks. Here's how it can help you, in one minute. Learn more about your a...
Christmas stress? The government is here to help
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stressed out? Uncle Sam is here to help. Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out how your tax dollars are helping the nation's mental he...
Dump your ex for good on your phone
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is your phone's photo app constantly showing you pictures of your ex? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a tech trick that will stop it. Learn mor...
Musk reveals the Hunter Biden laptop story
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The media calls Elon Musk’s latest Twitter revelation a bombshell. But most of us knew it all along. Here's the full story, in 60 seconds. Learn mo...
Windows secret built-in screen recording tool
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't you hate solving tech issues over the phone? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a quick and easy solution. Learn more about your ad choices....
What's up with the big iPhone 14 deals
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Riots in China are having a big impact on America's tech world. Here's all you need to know, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
5 smart ways to use Bluetooth trackers like AirTags or Tiles
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever worry about your loved ones when they're away? Put Apple AirTags on their keychains. Here's why, in one minute. Learn more about your ad ...
Journalists attack Twitter and free speech, claim to be good guys
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Was your Twitter account suspended in the past? Elon Musk says he'll grant you amnesty. Journalists freaked out. Here's why, in 60 seconds. Learn mor...
Secret to speaking to an Amazon customer service rep
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you having trouble with an Amazon order? In one minute, you'll learn how to make an Amazon customer service rep call you. Learn more about your a...
Mercedes charging EVs $1,200/yr to go fast
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Would you drop an extra thousand on your car? Here's why Mercedes-Benz is charging EV owners such high prices, in one minute. Learn more about your a...
Quick fix for slow Wi-Fi
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering why your internet connection is so slow? Here's a quick and easy fix, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
Scary new malware is spreading
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that login prompts can be dangerous? Here's how hackers can trick you, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Most useful YouTube keyboard shortcuts
26 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to save time when you look for videos to watch on YouTube? Listen now for a few easy tricks that will help you find the videos you want. Learn m...
New broadband nutrition labels are here
26 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried to figure out your internet connection bill? It’s a nightmare. Here's some good news, in one minute. Learn more about your ad c...
Privacy-focused browsers for your phone
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you using your smartphone's built-in web browser? Time for a change. Listen to this one-minute podcast for browsers that protect your privacy. Le...
Black Friday big screens: What to know before you buy
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Planning to buy a new TV this Black Friday? First, listen to this one-minute podcast. Here are five things you need to know. Learn more about your ad...
Tips to take the best pics
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to take better photos than ever before this Thanksgiving? Just use these tips. Here's what to do, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choice...
Most confusing shopping season ever
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Thanksgiving! Are you ready for the stampede of Black Friday shoppers? In one minute, I'll prepare you for the front lines. Learn more about yo...
Find which service has your favorite Christmas movies
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for a Christmas movie to watch? Stop going from one streaming service to another to find it. Listen to this one-minute podcast for an easy sol...
The Zuckerberg resignation rumor
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you hear the rumor about Mark Zuckerberg's resignation? There was just one tiny hitch. I'll break it all down in this one-minute podcast. Learn m...
5 holiday tech travel tips
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you traveling for the holidays? Listen to this one-minute podcast for five tech tips that will keep things running smoothly. Learn more about you...
Chances of a Musk Twitter failure
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Liberal media pundits are attacking Elon Musk and Twitter. Some say the app's going down — but I don't agree. Here's why, in 60 seconds. Learn more...
Get subtitles on your device
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's annoying when the dialogue is hard to hear. In this 1-minute podcast, how to turn on subtitles on all your devices for easier watching. Learn mo...
Twitter going out of business is the left's dream
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's no end to the drama around Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter and what's happened since. In 60-seconds, why left-leaning media pundits are hoping...
Crypto is not dead yet but there's a nail in the coffin
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's not just NFTs and Bitcoin in free fall. In 1-minute, the current state of crypto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Why layoffs are spreading
19 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Big Tech layoffs are dominating the headlines. In 60 seconds, why it's happening — and it's not just fears of a recession. Learn more about your ad...
Take college classes for free
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wish you could attend an Ivy League school? Listen now for a free way anyone can take classes from a prestigious institution from home. Learn more ab...
Score an airline seat with the most legroom
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you traveling soon? Listen now for an easy way to book the most comfortable seat on your plane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
These laptops have an expiration date
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of "expiration date," electronics don't come to mind. In this 1-minute podcast, what to look for so you don't buy a computer near the e...
A Black Friday like never before
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Online retailers aren't just sitting back and watching the cash roll in this year. In 60-seconds, why this is the year to act quickly if you see somet...
How to schedule email
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There might be times when you don't want to send an email immediately after you write it. In this 60-second post, how to schedule your messages for la...
An entitled generation that believes employers have no right to lay them off
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Amid company-wide layoffs and cost cutting measures across tech, an entitled generation is organizing. In 60-seconds, here's what they're doing. Spoil...
Best ways to track down monthly subscriptions
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All those monthly subscriptions — even the cheap ones — add up quickly. In this 60-second podcast, the fast and easy ways to see what you're spend...
Yellowstone breaks all records
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The fifth season of Paramount's "Yellowstone" just debuted and it smashed records. In this 1-minute podcast, the one big hiccup for millions trying to...
Best Twitter alternatives
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't want to deal with the Twitter drama? In 60 seconds, the best alternatives to Elon Musk's new company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
The left goes nuts over Elon Musk and Twitter
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk is making big changes at Twitter. In this 60-second podcast, the most ridiculous reactions to his money-saving measures. Learn more about y...
Make your smart assistants remind you of things
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have trouble remembering your holiday chores? Listen to this one-minute podcast to set reminders ahead of time. After this episode, you can tur...
Another massive crypto meltdown (with more to come)
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking of investing in crypto? Now's not the best time. Here's why, in 60 seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
Voice controls for TV
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sick of fumbling with your TV remote's buttons? Use your voice instead! Listen to this one-minute podcast to start using your voice to control your TV...