Kim Komando Daily Tech Update
Episodes
Bored this weekend? There’s an app for that
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think there’s nothing to do? Open your phone. Hidden in a few apps are the best local events, new friends, and plans you’ll actually want to keep....
The gold rush is back
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gold’s soaring toward $5,000 an ounce while crypto takes another hit. Here's what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
AI for the rest of us
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Don't know where to start with chatbots? There are now free online classes to ease your way in. Try these and let me know what you think! Learn more ...
Erotica comes to ChatGPT
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here comes the dirty talk. This December, expect to have sexier convos with your favorite chatbot. Cool or not? Here's my take in this short podcast. ...
Fix typos fast with this phone hack
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop wrestling with your thumbs to move that tiny cursor. There’s a hidden trick on your phone that lets you glide right to the mistake and fix it i...
Why now’s actually a great time to buy an EV
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The $7,500 federal credit is gone, but automakers are slashing prices to move cars. I explain why this could be your moment to score a deal. Learn mor...
Lazy shopping, smart saving
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t waste time hunting for coupon codes. Let your browser (or AI) do it for you and score deals you didn’t even know existed. Learn more about y...
ChatGPT plans the perfect holiday or not?
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI’s a fun travel buddy until it books you into a hotel that doesn’t exist. Here’s why you should double-check before you trust it with your get...
Use AI for the best packing list
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tell it your destination and plans, and it’ll make a smart list for you. Stress level: zero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
Tesla’s self-driving mode under fire
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Federal investigators are looking into crashes, fires, and injuries linked to Tesla’s self-driving feature. Experts say it’s another reminder not ...
Put your phone in calm mode
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of nonstop buzzes and pings? Use your phone’s built-in Focus tools to silence the noise, block distractions, and finally get a little peace. L...
Forgotten gadgets that still have value
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dig through your drawers. Old BlackBerrys, Nokias, and even cassette answering machines are now collectibles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
How to fix your parents’ computer (without losing it)
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sick of playing tech support for Mom and Dad? There’s a simple way to help them with their computer without explaining every click. Learn more abou...
That’s not Medicare on the line
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Open enrollment kicks off next week, and so do the fake calls. If someone asks for your Social Security or bank info, hang up. Learn more about your ...
Geocaching for newbies
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hidden treasures are all around you. You just haven’t noticed them yet. This global game makes finding them addicting. Learn more about your ad choi...
The day that all videos became untrustworthy
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Remember this date. It’s the day AI finally made fake videos indistinguishable from real life. OpenAI's Sora 2 changes everything. Learn more about ...
Lock your PC by walking away
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hackers love an unlocked computer. Here’s the Bluetooth-powered way to make your PC or Mac protect itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Digital clues in Palisades Fire
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Police say an Uber driver and ChatGPT left the key evidence. How tech exposed a modern-day firestarter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
Protect your face from AI fakes
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
OpenAI’s Sora 2 lets you build a digital version of yourself for videos, ads, and social posts. Cool idea ... until your AI twin ends up in the wron...
AI is quietly blacklisting job seekers
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
About 9 in 10 recruiters use AI to scan resumes. If you used AI to write yours, you could be flagged as dishonest or unqualified. Learn more about you...
The passport stamp is history
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your next European trip won’t come with a passport stamp. Soon, travelers will face high-tech border kiosks that scan your face, fingerprints, and p...
Gen Z tech rewind
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gen Z is ditching do-it-all smartphones for flip phones, CD players, and even cassette tapes. Find out why old-school tech is back in style and how st...
Tech myths we can’t stop repeating
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think you know tech? Three myths everyone believes about cameras, batteries, and the dark web could be costing you more than you realize. Learn more a...
The Singularity
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The next big thing is not a gadget or an app. It’s The Singularity. A moment when AI networks wake up, connect, and change life on Earth forever. He...
Beware of “pixie dust”
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pixie Dust is a decade old Wi‑Fi exploit that can crack your router in seconds and most devices are still vulnerable. Researchers found only 4 of 24...
Who gets the ticket?
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Driverless cars are hitting the roads in major cities, but when they break traffic laws, police are left scratching their heads. Who gets the ticket w...
Bring an old laptop back to life
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Got an old laptop or PC? Don’t toss it. Install Chrome OS Flex and bring it back to life for free with minimal hassle. Learn more about your ad choi...
Your computer’s about to be worthless
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Microsoft is ending Windows 10 support on October 14, leaving over 400 million PCs vulnerable. Without costly extended updates, students and small bus...
Stop being a pushover with ChatGPT
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Always the peacemaker? You’ve been running an unpaid role as everyone’s feelings manager. Here’s how ChatGPT can help you stay calm, clear, and ...
Why cable TV is a very sad place
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Streaming dominates while traditional TV fades fast. Nielsen says cable viewers are mostly down to five channels: ESPN, a cable news pick, and a lifes...
How scammers get free stuff from your doorstep
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think your neighbor’s package mix-up is innocent? It could be a scam to get free stuff from Amazon. Here’s how the trick works and what you should...
The government shutdown
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A shutdown won’t cut your internet or cell service, but it could mean flight delays, stalled tax refunds, and federal services grinding to a halt. H...
You’re paying for shows you don’t watch
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The average American spends nearly $200 a month on streaming and internet. Chances are, you’re paying for shows you don’t even watch. Here’s how...
Goodbye glass dashboards
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After years of forcing us to fumble with glossy touch screens, carmakers are finally listening. Mercedes, Volkswagen, Tesla, and more are bringing bac...
Why you should not use WhatsApp
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scammers know exactly how to trap you. When a friendly message on social media suddenly moves to WhatsApp, Signal, or Telegram, it’s a red flag. H...
How bots fooled Cracker Barrel
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cracker Barrel changed its logo after an online backlash, but nearly half the outrage came from bots. Real customers followed the fake mob, and the ch...
Hidden cameras in your Airbnb?
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Georgia couple found hidden cameras in their Puerto Rico Airbnb, capturing private moments with their kids.Here are four smart steps to spot hidden ...
42 billion and still no service
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The government has spent $42 billion to connect rural homes to broadband and not a single one is online. Meanwhile, Starlink is already delivering int...
Credit bureaus are selling you out
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Drowning in junk mail? Credit bureaus sell your info to banks and insurers, fueling all those “pre-approved” offers. Here’s how to stop them for...
Secret messages through Google Docs
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forget phones. Students are turning Google Docs into secret chat rooms. With invisible text and shared files, it looks like homework but it is really ...
She made $93K selling grocery lists online
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One Ohio mom turned $45 into $93,000 on Etsy by selling simple printables. Here’s how you can start your own side hustle with templates people actua...
Millions are falling for fake apps
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fake AI apps are flooding app stores, stealing logins, and tricking users with bogus reviews. Here’s how to spot them and keep your phone safe. Lear...
Pay up or get buried in fake reviews
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Small businesses are under attack with fake Google Reviews demanding cash. Here’s how scammers target contractors, movers, and repair shops and what...
Were you tricked into joining Amazon Prime?
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon admits misleading 40 million customers into Prime. The FTC trial ends with a $2.5 billion payout. Here’s how much you could get back and what...
How to write a book with ChatGPT
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ChatGPT can help you turn your knowledge into real income by publishing and selling books on Amazon. With the right topic, a little guidance, and free...
You were right all along
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
YouTube admitted it suppressed COVID dissent after daily pressure from the White House. Google says it will reinstate suspended accounts but offers no...
Don’t get tricked by “oops” money
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A “wrong number” cash drop on Zelle or Venmo is not a mistake. Criminals use stolen cards to make you the fall guy, tricking you into sending your...
The enemy is already here
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A nationwide SMS flood almost struck New York. While the Secret Service shut down a massive SIM server ring that could have sent 30 million texts per ...
Your Bluetooth is spying on you right now
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bluetooth is tracking you even when your GPS is off. Apps use it to map your movements and build profiles. Here’s how to stop them and protect your ...
The Amazon Prime Lawsuit
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prime is easy to join but a nightmare to cancel. Millions are suing as the FTC says quitting takes navigating multiple pages and answering endless que...
How to find your lost documents with AI
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop wasting hours hunting for files. Learn how AI in Google Workspace and Microsoft Copilot can find your documents in seconds and boost your product...
iPhone Air: beauty or bust?
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s new iPhone Air is making headlines as the thinnest iPhone ever, lighter than Samsung’s slimmest models. But with a single camera and a $1,...
Never get lost hiking again
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hit the trails smarter. From AllTrails’ 450,000 mapped routes to Cairn’s safety check-ins and PeakFinder’s mountain IDs, these hiking apps turn ...
The glasses that will change everything
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oakley and Meta just launched sunglasses that look normal but secretly record everything you see. The AI-powered Oakley Meta Vanguard could change pri...
The best day to book a flight
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the myths about cheap flights. Google Flights crunched billions of bookings and found the real hacks: book five weeks ahead, fly Wednesday, and...
Watch warns before it’s too late
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Apple Watch just leveled up. Beyond EKGs and blood oxygen it can now detect hypertension, the silent killer that strikes without warning. Here’s...
Your phone will wait on hold for you
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of wasting hours on hold? Google Pixel and iPhone can now do the waiting for you. Hold for Me and Hold Assist let your phone handle customer ser...
Star Trek tech is finally here
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of wasting hours on hold? Google Pixel and iPhone can now do the waiting for you. Hold for Me and Hold Assist let your phone handle customer ser...
AI is stealing your photos off social media
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is scraping billions of selfies from social media to train facial recognition. Bots target unmarked photos, but a simple watermark can protect your...
Facebook profits from sick ads
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Social media’s dark side is growing. Reports show Meta profited from ads selling child-like sex dolls, even as scams and exploitation spread across ...
How AI can nail your next interview
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling nervous before a job interview? Stop. Studies show saying “I’m excited” boosts your chances. Here’s how AI and ChatGPT Voice Mode can ...
Big wireless companies never saw this coming
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In San Antonio, vandals have set fire to 22 cell tower sites, but the bigger story is Starlink’s satellite network that could make cell towers obsol...
Instacart hacks that save you money
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Instacart is convenient, but it could be costing you big. Prices are often higher than in-store, fees add up fast, and substitutions can spike your to...
AI is secretly boosting the economy
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI isn’t just changing tech. It’s fueling the economy. Data centers are being built faster than office buildings, creating jobs, driving spending,...
Scale your work with AI clones
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Train AI with your own emails, proposals, and FAQs so it responds in your voice, your style, and your standards. This scales you without replacing you...
Is ChatGPT the smartest entity on earth?
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Altman claims ChatGPT is smarter than people. Is he right, or is true intelligence still only human? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
Two numbers, one phone, total control
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keep your old phone number while getting a new one with Google Voice. Forward calls and texts seamlessly, dodge spam, and manage both numbers from the...
Using AI at work? You’re liable
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your business uses AI for legal, medical, financial, or investment advice, you are fully liable for everything it generates. AI mistakes can cost y...
Kindle secrets every reader should know
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock your Kindle’s hidden features. Send PDFs, borrow library books, track reading speed, use dyslexia-friendly fonts, and listen to audiobooks vi...
Your boss isn’t calling, AI is
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is helping scammers create eerily realistic attacks. From cloned voices to perfect phishing emails and fake websites, criminals are using technolog...
Turn a tracker into a lifesaver
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Turn your AirTag or tracker into a personal safety tool. Share your location, set up check-ins, and alert loved ones instantly. Works with Apple or An...
The airline nightmare can get worse
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scammers are lurking in airline DMs, pretending to help upset passengers. Here's how to spot the fake messages and protect your bookings and credit ca...
Yes, you can pause the internet
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Take control of your home Wi-Fi with a tap. Here’s how to pause the internet by device, set schedules, and finally win the “five more minutes” b...
How sextortion scams trick millions
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scammers are sending fake sextortion emails claiming they hacked your camera and contacts. It’s all a bluff. Here’s how to spot the scam and why t...
Old iPhone? Turn it into this
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t ditch your old iPhone. From security cam to kid-safe game device, here’s how to give it a second life. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Scammers see millennials as easy prey
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scams aren’t just targeting seniors anymore. Millennials are being hit with fake jobs, debt relief cons, romance tricks, and crypto scams. Here’s ...
Fingerprints can save lives, literally
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Make life easier for loved ones with quick phone access. Set up fingerprint or face ID on your spouse’s, child’s, or parent’s devices for emerge...
The Costco gold bar scam
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gold prices are soaring and scammers are cashing in. Learn how fake FTC callers are tricking people into buying gold bars worth thousands. Here’s ho...
Turn AI into your personal assistant
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a 24/7 digital assistant that never sleeps. AI can break down contracts, create presentations, summarize data, draft posts, and write Zoom fo...
Three digital traps to avoid
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Be careful online. Scammers are getting trickier than ever with fake Google Forms, phishing emails, and malicious QR codes. Here’s how to spot traps...
Log in or lose everything
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Old accounts can vanish faster than you think. Gmail, Shutterfly, Dropbox, Yahoo, and more may delete your photos, emails, and memories if you haven’...
Selling online? Bring a bodyguard
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Florida man selling an iPhone met a “buyer” in person who pulled a gun, fired a shot into the ground, and stole the phone. Here’s how to stay ...
Stalkerware may be watching you
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your PC could be spying on you without your knowledge. Stalkerware secretly logs your photos, emails, location, and can even turn on your mic or camer...
Your children’s minds trapped by these apps
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What sounds like the plot of a horror novel is already real life. Social media apps like Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram are designed to hook children...
Lost the remote? You don’t need one
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of struggling with your smart TV or streaming stick? Here’s how to use your voice to find shows, control captions, and even locate a lost remo...
Everyone ignores this billion-dollar lottery hack
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tomorrow night’s Powerball jackpot is 1.3 billion dollars, but letting the computer randomly pick your numbers may not be the best strategy. Here's ...
The time machine hidden on your phone
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Google Street View goes beyond cars, capturing over 10 million miles of roads worldwide. Here’s how to use Street View’s hidden time-travel featur...
The internet is forever, except when it’s not
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Texts and posts can live forever, while unused email, photo, and cloud accounts risk deletion if you stop logging in. Here’s how to keep your data s...
The fake call hack you’ll actually use
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck in a bad conversation? Your phone can bail you out with a fake call on demand. Here’s how to set it up in seconds and escape awkward chats, da...
News avoidance makes lies look legit
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over Labor Day weekend, false rumors spread online claiming President Trump had died, and millions believed them. Here’s why fake news travels faste...
Driving gets easier when you know this
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CarPlay and Android Auto can do more than stream music or show maps. With a few quick tricks, you can text hands-free, find coffee on the fly, and cus...
Are these glasses secretly recording you?
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Smart glasses are getting harder to spot, and some can secretly record everything you say. Here’s what you need to know to protect your privacy. Lea...
AI finds lost stuff faster than you
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Losing your keys can ruin your day. New AI tools can scan your room, point out where they are hiding, and even suggest the most likely spots to check....
Your favorite podcast may disappear soon
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcasting is changing fast. The era of big-budget true crime and long investigative series is fading, replaced by fast talk shows that are cheaper to...
iPhones are about to get a big upgrade
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s iOS 26 lands September 9 with real time call screening, live translation, smarter Apple Intelligence, and faster wireless charging with feat...
Drive-thrus just got smarter
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fast food chains are swapping out scratchy speakers for AI voices at the drive-thru. Orders sound crystal clear now, but not without a few hilarious h...
Ditch the toolbox, use your phone
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hidden apps can help you level shelves, measure spaces with augmented reality, and even convert fractions in seconds. Here’s how to put it to work. ...
AI just put these careers on notice
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial intelligence is creating high paying careers, but it is also eliminating others. From broadcasting to translators and even reporters, many ...
Let AI find the best deals fast
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Labor Day sales are live and smarter shopping can save you even more. From AI tools to price trackers and hidden cart discounts, here is how to grab t...
You won’t believe what AirPods do now
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Star Trek imagined a universal translator in 1967. Now Apple is making it real. Beginning in September, AirPods with iOS 26 will offer live voice tran...