Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Facebook setting to stop invasive tracking

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know Facebook can track you even when you're off the site? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out just how much it knows about you — ...

What happens if Russia retaliates and the internet goes down?

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Can Russia’s invasion harm average Americans like you and me? Listen to this one-minute podcast for my take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Privacy secret to turn off Google tracking

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to stop Big Tech from tracking you when you go to specific places? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a quick and easy way to protect your sec...

New scam: Person asks for your phone and steals your money

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Would you lend your phone to someone in need? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out how scammers try to turn your goodwill into a paycheck. L...

Who gets access to your online data when you die?

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you die, who gets access to your cloud data? Listen to this one-minute podcast to learn how one feature sends your photos and videos to a trusted...

How China used tech to fake a great Olympics

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you miss the Beijing Winter Olympics? You aren't alone. Listen now to this one-minute podcast to find out why it had the smallest American audienc...

Why ransomware attacks are exploding

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know anyone can buy a DIY ransomware kit and launch attacks? Listen now to this one-minute episode to find out how it all works. Learn more a...

Uber now lets you see your ratings

19 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what your Uber drivers think of you? Listen now to find out what they have to say about you ... and how to boost your score. L...

How to hide your email address

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to stop the constant flow of email spam? Listen to this one-minute podcast episode for an easy way to stop the barrage of unwanted messages. Lea...

Big Tech did not fail our kids

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that Big Tech targets our children ... but what can parents do? Listen to this one-minute podcast for some good news, straight from the U....

An eSim card is worth considering today

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to use two different numbers on one smartphone? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out why an eSim card is a perfect solution. Learn more...

Buying and selling crypto? The IRS wants to know

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know you'll have to start listing cryptocurrency on your tax returns? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out why the rules are changing...

How to get into podcasting

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to start your own podcast? Listen to this one-minute episode to find out what you need to set yourself up for success. Learn more about your ad ...

3G is shutting down - Here's how you are affected

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you prepared for AT&T to shut down its whole 3G network next week? Listen to this one-minute episode now to find out how this affects you. Learn ...

How to track your tax refund

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Expecting your tax refund in the mail? Listen to this one-minute podcast for an insider secret that helps you keep track of your mail better than ever...

A 19-year-old girl died from Dark Web drugs

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want one more reason why you should never visit the Dark Web? Listen to this one-minute podcast for the sad story of one University of Utah student wh...

How to recover deleted files

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever deleted a file on accident? Listen to this one-minute podcast for an easy trick to recover it from the digital graveyard. Learn more ab...

Shocker: Who America trusts will surprise you

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In a world saturated with biased news from every direction, do Americans trust anyone? Listen to this one-minute podcast for the surprising truth. Le...

Don't miss this Netflix documentary

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Need something to watch? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out which documentary I can't recommend enough. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Apple updates AirTag stalking alerts

12 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know stalkers and carjackers are using AirTags to keep track of unsuspecting victims? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out how Apple ...

How pros buy crypto and make money

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to get into buying cryptocurrency? Listen to this one-minute episode to find out how you can make like the Wall Street pros and use dollar...

Is the self-driving Tesla safe?

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Can Teslas drive themselves? Listen to this one-minute podcast to see why you can't trust what a salesperson would tell you. Learn more about your ad...

Tax tip: Easy way to scan docs without a scanner

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to scan all of your receipts for tax time? Listen to this one-minute podcast to get it done in a snap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

How to solve the Joe Rogan Spotify problem

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering how Joe Rogan's strange Spotify streaming situation will unravel? Listen now for my solution, in one minute. Learn more about your ad choic...

5 signs your email has been hacked

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know if your email has been hacked? Listen to this one-minute podcast for five easy giveaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

The secret to a hard-to-guess password

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know we pick worse passwords than ever before? Listen to this one-minute podcast for my simple secret for powerful passwords. Learn more abou...

How to make sure no one is tracking you with AirTags

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to stop stalkers and carjackers from tracking you down? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a few ways to protect your privacy. Learn more abo...

Can we believe Elon Musk's Starlink promises?

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elon Musk has made big promises for Starlink, but can we trust his words? Listen to this one-minute podcast for my take. Learn more about your ad cho...

True or false: Are deleted emails really gone for good?

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you delete an email, is it truly gone forever? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out if there's hope for resurrection. Learn more about ...

Are e-bikes safe?

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Remember when Simon Cowell broke his back last year on an electric bicycle? Last week, he broke his arm, too. Listen to this one-minute podcast to fin...

Facebook's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you looked at any headlines recently and thought, "Why is Facebook getting beaten to a pulp right now?" Listen to this one-minute podcast to find...

The danger of third-party apps

05 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know built-in third-party apps can make your car do all sorts of things? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out how this can be dangero...

How to find your parked car using Google Maps

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever forgotten where you parked your car? Ever wasted 10 (or 20) minutes trying to find it? Listen to this one-minute episode for a quick and...

Facebook is crashing

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you hear about the Facebook stock crash? It plummeted by $200 billion. Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out what the heck is going on! L...

How to know if someone is responding to or reading your texts

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering why the person you're texting hasn't gotten back to you yet? Listen now for a one-minute trick you can use to sniff out the truth. Learn mo...

I have the solution to the Joe Rogan and Neil Young fiasco

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's up with Spotify's new misinformation policy? Listen to this one-minute podcast for my solution to the clash between Joe Rogan and Neil Young. ...

Best weather apps

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to be ready for whatever Mother Nature throws your way? Listen now for a few apps that help you brave the weather. Learn more about your ad choi...

Covid changed TV forever

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering how the pandemic impacted America's TV viewing habits? Listen now to find out what the executives learned. Learn more about your ad choices...

Printer hack: Use these fonts to save ink and money

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know some fonts use more ink than others when you print? Yep! Some fonts can cost you a lot in the long run. Listen now to find out which font...

Did anyone win the Spotify, Joe Rogan and Neil Young battle?

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering why Joe Rogan and Neil Young clashed? Listen now to find out how Spotify handled this tricky situation. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Best phone browsers you're not using yet

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you using the web browser that came preinstalled on your phone? Listen now to find out why it's time for a change. Learn more about your ad choic...

How to know if an Apple AirTag is tracking you

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know carjackers are attaching AirTags to vehicles they want to steal? Stalkers are slipping them into women's purses, too. Listen now for a fe...

New EV RVs coming this summer

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking to buy a motor home? Listen now to find out why you should save your money until summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Surprising cities where tech jobs are growing

29 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know there's been a great tech migration to cities no one ever thought would be tech centers? Listen now to learn more about the new hotspots....

How to listen to podcasts more quickly

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to spend less time listening to podcasts? Listen now to speed up your shows. (I love this tech trick because you don't lose much fidelity. Plus, ...

Elon Musk will build the best robot ever

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Would you like a robotic best friend? How about a mechanical roommate or maid? Listen now to learn more about Elon Musk's plan to build humanoid robot...

Insider AirPod trick you'll wish you knew sooner

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to make the most out of your Apple AirPods? Listen now for a nifty trick to try out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Warning: Men, don't put your phone in your pants pockets

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a man who carries your phone in your pocket? Listen now for an urgent reason you really need to stop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

How to win at Wordle

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you playing the game Wordle? Listen now for a few tricks that will help you guess the word every single day. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

TV remotes finally getting upgraded

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever lost one of your TV remotes? Listen now to learn how new remote tech is changing the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Use these YouTube search tricks to browse like a pro

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to make the most out of YouTube? Listen now for some of my favorite search tricks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Digital real estate is exploding

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard about real estate in the metaverse? Listen now to learn why some investors are snatching up digital lands. Learn more about your ad ch...

Is one second or 10 seconds better when pressing the power button?

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When resetting your computer, how long should you push the power button? Listen now for Kim's advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Fake Covid sites and products exploding

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Planning to order one of the government's 500 million free, at-home Covid tests? Listen now for a few ways to avoid impersonators. Learn more about y...

Microsoft is bigger than you thought

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know Microsoft now owns Call of Duty and Candy Crush? Listen now to find out just how far this tech giant reaches. Learn more about your ad c...

The big 2022 trend

22 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Forget virtual reality and electric cars. Listen now for the first surprising tech trend of 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Stop your ex from popping up in Google Photos Memories

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sick of seeing pop-ups of your ex on Google Photos? Listen now to hide old pictures without deleting them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

What really happened with 5G and the airlines

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's with all the news about 5G and the airlines? Listen now for Kim's quick and easy breakdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Have a Zoom call on your TV

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to have a Zoom meeting through your TV screen? Listen now for a few easy ways to make it happen. Learn more about your ad choice...

The ugly truth about cutting the cord

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Remember when cutting the cable and watching free TV became a thing in 2007? Listen now to find out how this consumer revolt backfired. Learn more ab...

Send someone your precise location and map

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Planning to meet up with someone? Listen now for a quick way to text them your exact location along with a map. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Should you be concerned about 5G and airplanes?

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why are major airlines in a panic about AT&T and Verizon rolling out a new 5G wireless service? Listen now to find out. Learn more about your ad choi...

Test your internet connection speed

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is your internet connection slower than a snail race? Listen now for a few ways to get the speed you're paying for. Learn more about your ad choices....

Microsoft is woke now

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to be woke but not sure where to start? Listen now to follow Microsoft's shining example. 🙄 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

How many steps should you take each day?

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Should you walk more than 10,000 steps a day? Listen now to hear what the experts have to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

How the government cracked Signal's encryption

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard about the Oath Keepers? Listen now to learn how the Justice Department tracked down the leader of this far-right militia. Learn more a...

The IRS is tracking digital payments now

16 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you use digital payment apps like Cash App, PayPal or Venmo? Listen now to find out how the IRS tracks you to get its cut. Learn more about your a...

How one crypto investor lost it all

15 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What can you do when a Trojan takes over your crypto wallets? Listen now for one unlucky investor's story — and what you can learn from it. Learn m...

5 ways to get your email read by someone you don't know

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to stop your recipient from throwing your email straight into their trash folder? Listen now for a few ways to make sure they actually read it. ...

Watch out for this fake QR code scam

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know hackers are turning QR codes into weapons? Listen now to learn a few signs the QR code you're about to scan is a trap. Learn more about ...

Take your pulse using your phone

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to measure your heart rate, but don't have a smartwatch? Listen now for a few ways to do it on your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

The surprising game everyone is playing

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Love video games but don't want to spend money on them? Listen now to discover a free game with almost three million daily players. Learn more about ...

Creative ways to use Apple AirTags

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to make the most out of your Bluetooth trackers? Listen now to learn some surprising ways they can help you. Learn more about your ad cho...

Smart handguns are coming

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want a pistol that only fires when you authenticate yourself by entering a PIN? Listen now to learn how smart handguns work. Learn more about your ad...

How to get handwritten notes into your computer

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don't have time to type all the notes you've written down on paper? Listen now for a quick way to get the job done. Learn more about your ad choices....

The truth about Norton using your computer to mine crypto

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you hear Norton wants to use your computer and electricity to mine cryptocurrency? Listen now to find out why that's a bad idea. Learn more about...

How to unsend an email

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever sent an email only to immediately wish you could take it back? Listen now for a few ways to unsend emails. Learn more about your ad cho...

Answering this call can hack your bank account

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to protect yourself from robots designed to steal your bank account's credentials? Listen now for a few safety tips. Learn more about your ad ch...

iBuyers are taking over home sales

09 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to buy a home but put off by soaring home costs? Listen now to find out why iBuying is to blame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Apple AirTags range revealed

08 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered about the range of an Apple AirTag? Listen now for a better understanding of these Bluetooth trackers. Learn more about your a...

How to find out who is calling you

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you pick up calls from unknown numbers? Listen now for a few ways to unmask the mysterious strangers blowing up your phone. Learn more about your ...

You have to hear what Google's ex-CEO said about Google

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why is outrage so profitable for social media sites? Listen now to see what Google's former CEO has to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Do you sleep with your phone?

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you sleep with your smartphone? Listen now for a few reasons why this is a really bad idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

The best TV ever is here

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Would you want a 97-inch TV in your home? Listen now to find out how one TV is making a splash at this year's Consumer Electronics Show. Learn more a...

How to know if someone blocked your calls

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if your calls are going through? Listen now for a few signs the person you're calling has blocked you. Learn more about your a...

Is CES relevant anymore?

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Consumer Electronics Show calls itself the world's most influential tech event — but is that even true? Listen now for my take. Learn more abou...

Inbox Zero Method for 2022

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to clean up your email inbox once and for all? Listen now for a useful strategy that gets the job done in a jiffy. Learn more about your ad choi...

It's coming. The mother of all conspiracy theories.

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever heard of the mark of the beast? Listen now to find out how new COVID-related tech could revive old conspiracy theories. Learn more about your ad...

How to get your resume seen by a human

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are resume robots automatically rejecting your job applications? Listen now for a few ways to get a fighting chance. Learn more about your ad choices...

2022 annual tech predictions

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Without a doubt, 2022 is going to be an exciting year for tech. Listen now for my predictions on what's coming. Learn more about your ad choices....

CES starts this week ... kind of

02 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready for this year's huge consumer electronics show in Las Vegas? Listen now to know what to expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

One thing you must do monthly in 2022

01 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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Don't miss out on this secret Facebook setting

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to protect your old Facebook posts? Listen now for an important privacy setting you need to check ASAP. Learn more about your ad choices....

2022 digital life resolutions

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have any tech resolutions for the new year? Listen now for three ways to set your digital world up for success in 2022. Learn more about your ...

Easy way to make money with your old tech

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Did you get some new gadgets over the holidays? Listen now for a few ways to make money off of the old devices you replaced.  Learn more about your ...

Should kids say please and thank you to Alexa?

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Should you teach your kids to be polite when dealing with virtual assistants? Listen now for my take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Signs a keylogger is on your phone

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is someone tracking every letter you type into your phone? Listen now for a few ways to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Ransomware as a service is growing

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever heard of ransomware as a service? Listen now to find out how these attacks will soon become more common. Learn more about your ad choic...

Here's how to make Alexa say whatever you want

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want to make Alexa say anything you want? Listen now to learn how to create a personal greeting or prompt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Bitcoin in 2022 will shock you

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know the value of Bitcoin shot up by almost 70% since the beginning of 2021? Listen now for next year's forecast. Learn more about your ad ch...