Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

FBI warns about new text scam

11 Feb 2025

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Fake parking ticket and toll texts are tricking people into paying. Don't fall for it. Here's how to spot the scam. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

It's (almost) always a scam

10 Feb 2025

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Scammers are using AI to pull off their most convincing tax fraud yet. Here’s what to watch for and how to protect yourself. Learn more about your a...

Make more money using AI

10 Feb 2025

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Struggling to grow your business? AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini can help boost sales, fix your website, and find new revenue streams.  Learn mo...

Your phone is listening

09 Feb 2025

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Are apps secretly using your microphone? Here’s how to find out and stop them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple’s folding iPhone is (finally) coming

09 Feb 2025

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Rumors say Apple is working on a foldable iPhone, possibly launching late this year. After years of waiting, will it be worth it? Learn more about you...

Protect your heart and wallet

08 Feb 2025

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Kate thought she found love with a charming surgeon overseas. Instead, she lost $40,000 to a scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Super Bowl vs. hobby drones

08 Feb 2025

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Fly an FPV near the Superdome? New Orleans isn’t playing. Military-grade anti-drone tech will track you down in seconds, here's the scoop.  Learn m...

3 must-know Super Bowl tech tips

07 Feb 2025

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Everyone’s watching the big game. Is your tech ready for Sunday? Here are some easy tricks to get set up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Remember this word: NUDIFY

07 Feb 2025

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New apps let you undress anyone in a photo. This disturbing trend is spreading fast, and everyone need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Got a letter from Change Healthcare?

06 Feb 2025

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Don’t trash it! Hackers stole medical records and personal info in a Change Healthcare breach. Here’s what to do. Learn more about your ad choices...

Sandra Bullock warns: I’m not looking for love

06 Feb 2025

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Scammers are using Sandra Bullock’s image to trick people out of money. She’s setting the record straight.  Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Lost your phone on silent? Make it ring anyway

05 Feb 2025

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You’ve checked your pockets, torn apart the couch, even dug through the laundry. Nothing. Here’s how to make your phone ring at full volume, even ...

OpenAI's newest tool is a direct challenge to DeepSeek

05 Feb 2025

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China’s AI is winning? OpenAI hits back with Deep Research, an AI that compiles full reports in minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

Find out who's selling your Gmail with this simple trick

04 Feb 2025

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Getting flooded with spam? Companies might be behind it. Here’s how to find out who’s sharing your email. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

DJI drone takes out firefighting aircraft

04 Feb 2025

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A 9-ounce drone grounded a firefighting aircraft during wildfires. The pilot? A former gaming executive who should have known better. Learn more about...

How to watch the Super Bowl online for free

03 Feb 2025

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Watching every NFL game wasn’t cheap: the good news is you won’t have to pay that for the big game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

DeepSeek is 30 times cheaper to run

03 Feb 2025

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The race for the best AI is heating up, and Silicon Valley is starting to worry it’s no longer in the lead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

File taxes for free

02 Feb 2025

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Ditch expensive tax software! The IRS lets millions file for free. Here’s how to set it all up.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Fitbits burn folks wearing them

02 Feb 2025

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Fitbit ignored burn reports for years. Now, they owe $12.2 million. Here’s what happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

Stop the “Where are you?” texts

01 Feb 2025

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Skip the calls and endless messages. Request real-time location updates on iPhone and Android with a quick tap. Here’s how. Learn more about your ad...

iPhone iOS 18.3: Don’t upgrade yet

01 Feb 2025

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Apple’s new update fixes bugs and improves AI, but it’s draining batteries and slowing down phones. Here’s why you should wait. Learn more about...

You've been hacked. Now what?

31 Jan 2025

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Losing control of your account is a nightmare, and bad advice makes it worse. Here’s how to take your power back.  Learn more about your ad choices...

The dangers AI brings to teens

31 Jan 2025

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DeepSeek AI is shaping what kids see and believe. Can they trust it?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't open an email with these 2 words

30 Jan 2025

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The FBI warns that scammers are using these phrases to scare you into action. Here’s what they are and how to avoid the trap. Learn more about your ...

China's DeepSeek lie

30 Jan 2025

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China says DeepSeek AI cost $5.5 million, but they spent over half a billion and two years making it. And it’s collecting your data. Learn more abou...

Tim Cook says an Apple Watch saved his dad’s life

29 Jan 2025

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His father took a bad fall while home alone, but thanks to Apple Watch’s fall detection, what happened next prevented a tragedy. Learn more about yo...

I tested DeepSeek, and here's what it got right (and wrong)

29 Jan 2025

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China’s newest AI chatbot may seem advanced, but there are strict limits on what it will talk about. These are the questions that get shut down. Lea...

DeepSeek: The AI powerhouse with a hidden price

28 Jan 2025

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DeepSeek beats ChatGPT, Llama, and Gemini, but it’s tied to the Chinese government. Here’s how to protect your data if you use it. Learn more abou...

China's DeepSeek and the theft of U.S. technology

28 Jan 2025

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It just soared to the top of app stores, coinciding with a trillion-dollar market drop. Here's the scoop.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Have a TP-Link router? This is serious

27 Jan 2025

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They're linked to security risks and cyberattacks. I'll show you how to protect your data before replacing yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Why social media fact-checking never worked

27 Jan 2025

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Former President Biden criticized Facebook for ending fact-checking, but studies show it failed 85% of the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Design your garden with Google Maps

26 Jan 2025

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Use satellite view to map your yard, sketch layouts, and get ready for spring. Nice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where's my flying car already?

26 Jan 2025

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It’s 2025 — shouldn’t we be living in a Star Trek world by now? Here’s why flying cars are still a distant dream. Learn more about your ad cho...

Can you read cursive?

25 Jan 2025

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If so, the National Archives wants your help! They need volunteers to transcribe 300 million historical items. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

The weather shouldn't surprise you

25 Jan 2025

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With new AI tools, you won't be caught off guard again. Here’s how to stay prepared. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your smart assistant is listening

24 Jan 2025

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 Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant — they’re always listening, even when you think they’re not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

TikTok: If you don't have It, you can't get it

24 Jan 2025

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TikTok got a 75-day extension thanks to President Trump's Executive Order, but new downloads are banned in the U.S. Some are so desperate they’re bu...

Don't fall for this jury duty scam

23 Jan 2025

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No, you didn’t miss your summons. Scammers are pretending to be police, threatening arrest for skipping jury duty. Here’s how to stay safe. Learn ...

Don't become another victim of the California wildfires

23 Jan 2025

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California wildfires hit hard, but some celebs are exploiting fans on TikTok and GoFundMe. Here's what you need to know.  Learn more about your ad ch...

Borrow software you’ll never buy

22 Jan 2025

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Using programs like MS Word, Photoshop, or Final Cut on your computer can get pricey fast. Check out these tips to snag them for free! Learn more abou...

Stargate will change everything

22 Jan 2025

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The U.S. is investing $500 billion to build cutting-edge AI infrastructure. Here’s how it’s shaping the future and keeping us on top. Learn more a...

Rent out your gear for cash

21 Jan 2025

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Have a house full of tech you don't use much? Make some extra money renting it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where are the drones from November?

21 Jan 2025

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A few months ago, New Jersey residents were all over the news describing giant drones hovering over their homes at night. What happened? Learn more ab...

5 things the NSA says you need to do with your phone

20 Jan 2025

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Simple settings, most on by default, can set you up for major security failure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump and TikTok

20 Jan 2025

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TikTok is not going away. Let’s make understanding what’s going to happen simple.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to talk to a real customer service rep

19 Jan 2025

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Secret ways to get past the bot, fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Influencers are learning a lesson

19 Jan 2025

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Bragging about fancy freebies and luxury items online comes with a big risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retailers have so many ways to track you

18 Jan 2025

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Bet you don't realize all the ways they get their hands on your data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers have a new trick

18 Jan 2025

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With one press of a button, they're in. Listen so you don't fall for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to track snow

17 Jan 2025

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The nation’s gearing up for snow, ice and blizzards. Here's how to know if you need to find the shovel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Chinese drone giant DJI drops no-fly zones

17 Jan 2025

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DJI, the world’s leading drone maker from China, has removed no-fly zones from its software. With tensions high over TikTok and Chinese tech, is thi...

IRS fix to stop scammers

16 Jan 2025

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Before tax season scammers hit, take a quick step to protect your money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TikTok ban: A lot can happen in 3 days

16 Jan 2025

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TikTok is a tool of Red China and poses a threat to U.S. national security. If nothing changes before Jan. 19, it's getting shut down in America. Lear...

The TikTok ban and your videos

15 Jan 2025

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If Communist China-owned TikTok is banned on the 19th, that doesn't mean it's game over for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

The quiet laptop breakthrough

15 Jan 2025

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It's not flashy, but the big reason to upgrade to a new laptop really will change your tech life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

How to find 'the one' on dating apps

14 Jan 2025

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Tricks that increase your chance of finding the right person by a whopping 40%. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Job hunting? The real reason you didn't hear back

14 Jan 2025

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Bad news if you're job searching: 20% of the roles you see posted online aren't even real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

The white font hack that beats AI

13 Jan 2025

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Want your job application to stand out to AI systems? Here's how a simple white font trick can get your resume noticed. Learn more about your ad choic...

GoFundMe scams are already starting

13 Jan 2025

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In the wake of Los Angeles’ fires, acts of generosity — or lack thereof — are revealing unexpected sides of Hollywood stars. Learn more about yo...

4 secret ways to use your smart TV

12 Jan 2025

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You use your smart TV for Netflix and chill, but let me show you how to unlock its full potential.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

4-year college degrees you don’t want — or need

12 Jan 2025

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Thinking about going back to school? Skip the old tech degrees. Let me show you the ones that’ll actually get you ahead in today’s AI-driven world...

Easily delete duplicate photos on your phone

11 Jan 2025

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Give your phone the fresh start it deserves by ditching those duplicate pics. Follow these simple tips to clear the clutter fast — I’ve got you co...

How to protect your teen from scammers

11 Jan 2025

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Got a teen at home? Scammers have them in their sights! From shady AI apps to influencer scams, here’s how to keep your kids safe.   Learn more ab...

The email trick that keeps Nvidia’s CEO on top

10 Jan 2025

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Jensen Huang uses a “top five emails” system to manage 60+ direct reports, stay informed, and get results. Here’s how it works — and why it’...

The Microsoft Windows Defender scam

10 Jan 2025

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Scammers pose as Microsoft to trick you into calling fake support numbers. Here’s how to protect yourself.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Speed up your phone in 2025

09 Jan 2025

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Overwhelmed by cluttered apps and storage-hogging files? With a few simple steps, you can tidy up your phone and reclaim space. Let's get started. Lea...

The Hollywood celebrity scam

09 Jan 2025

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Scammers are using AI and fake celebrity connections to trick victims into sending thousands. Here’s how to spot and stop them. Learn more about you...

Is your resume bot-proof?

08 Jan 2025

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Before a recruiter sees it, bots decide if your resume makes the cut. Use job keywords, keep it simple, and ditch the images to beat the system! Learn...

Beware of tech support scams

08 Jan 2025

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Scammers use fake pop-ups to trick you into calling for help. I have the tools to spot and delete these messages to protect yourself. Learn more about...

How to become an Amazon Affiliate marketer

07 Jan 2025

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If you’ve got a website, blog or even a social media page, you’re already set up for one of the easiest ways to make money online. Learn more abou...

The fake PayPal invoice scam

07 Jan 2025

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If you have a PayPal account, you'll almost certainly see this scam in your inbox at some point. Know what to look for so you're not tricked. Learn mo...

Crypto scammers want your wallet

06 Jan 2025

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Scammers lure victims through dating apps and social media, promising big crypto returns. They build trust, inflate fake profits, and disappear with y...

New trick at the pump

06 Jan 2025

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Before you swipe your card or walk inside to pay with cash, I've got the down-low on the safest way to pay for cash. Learn more about your ad choices....

Thieves love old clunkers

05 Jan 2025

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Imagine two cars: a shiny new one fresh from the lot and your old reliable parked in the garage. Which one do thieves prefer? The old one, every time....

Looking for a job? Don't fall for this scam

05 Jan 2025

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Scammers use fake jobs to steal your info or charge bogus fees. Here’s how to spot the red flags and stay safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Buy the stuff Amazon throws away

04 Jan 2025

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Ever wonder where Amazon, Target, and Walmart returns go? Bin stores! These hidden gems offer everything from electronics to clothing at rock-bottom p...

Security cams are spying on you

04 Jan 2025

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Home security cameras offer protection, but they also gather your data. Here’s how to stay secure without oversharing. Learn more about your ad choi...

Crack YouTube’s algorithm

03 Jan 2025

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Over 500 hours of video hit YouTube every minute. To stand out, you need more than great content. From bold thumbnails to attention-grabbing titles, h...

College enrollment continues to tank

03 Jan 2025

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High costs and fewer guarantees mean more tech workers are skipping college. Here’s why the industry is rethinking degrees — and what it means for...

Amazon Prime or Walmart+: Which one wins?

02 Jan 2025

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Let’s compare Walmart+ to Amazon Prime. From price to inventory to bonus perks, there's a lot to consider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Kim Komando's 2025 tech predictions: part 2

02 Jan 2025

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Will Waymo overtake Uber? How will AI transform healthcare? Here’s a look into my crystal ball for the year ahead. Learn more about your ad choices....

Only 9% of people keep their resolutions

01 Jan 2025

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From Apple Watches to Oura Rings, here's how technology can help you succeed this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim Komando's 2025 tech predictions: part 1

01 Jan 2025

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Will TikTok face a ban? How will AI reshape our lives? Here’s my take on what’s coming this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

New Year’s Eve: Party hard, stay safe

31 Dec 2024

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From loud alarms to sneaky wallet blockers, here’s how to outsmart the bad guys and ring in the New Year like a pro. Learn more about your ad choice...

My top New Year's resolutions

31 Dec 2024

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Start the New Year right! Secure your accounts, clean up your online history, and protect your privacy with these quick tips. Learn more about your ad...

Email your future self

30 Dec 2024

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Send your future self an email with your hopes, dreams, and maybe a reminder to stop doomscrolling. It’s easier than you think! Learn more about you...

Who can take down a drone?

30 Dec 2024

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The mystery drones over New Jersey reveal why it’s time for clearer rules on taking them down. The details in this short, must-listen podcast. Learn...

Read texts without the sender knowing

29 Dec 2024

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Dodging your ex or that annoying group chat? These clever tricks let you read messages stealthily. Your secret's safe here.  Learn more about your ad...

Gen Z doesn't know what cash is

29 Dec 2024

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Hand Gen Z a $20 bill, and watch the confusion unfold. Turns out handling cash is harder when you’ve only known credit cards and Venmo. Learn more a...

Check for recalls on your car now

28 Dec 2024

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Millions of vehicles with safety defects are on the road. Don't risk your life. I have an app to easily check for recalls. Learn more about your ad ch...

Hertz is selling Teslas at low prices — what’s the catch?

28 Dec 2024

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Used Teslas are hitting the market for cheap, but there’s a hidden cost you need to consider. Here’s what you need to know before you buy. Learn m...

Got an old computer sitting around?

27 Dec 2024

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If you’re planning to sell or toss it, hold up! You have one important step to take.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

The end of the Global Engagement Center

27 Dec 2024

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Once tasked with spotting foreign disinformation, it instead tracked and censored Americans' opinions on COVID and more. Learn more about your ad choi...

Is your TV watching you?

26 Dec 2024

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Ever feel like your TV knows exactly what you want to watch or eat? It’s not magic. Your settings are giving it away. Here’s how to stop it. Learn...

Streaming overload: How much time we waste searching

26 Dec 2024

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The average American now juggles four streaming services, down from five last year. Find out just how much time we’re wasting in this quick podcast....

Got a new tech gift? Secure it

25 Dec 2024

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Don’t let hackers ruin your holiday. Follow these three simple steps to protect your gadgets and your data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Where is Santa right now? Track him with NORAD

24 Dec 2024

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NORAD’s Santa Tracker lets you follow Santa’s sleigh as it travels the globe. Here’s how to keep up with the magic! Learn more about your ad cho...

It's just one day out of the year

24 Dec 2024

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This Christmas, don’t let tech take over. Turn off the screens and spend real, quality time with your kids — it’s the best gift you can give. Le...

Gift card scam warning this Christmas

24 Dec 2024

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Forgot someone on your Christmas list? A gift card might save the day, but beware of a sneaky scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Tip your Amazon driver with Alexa

23 Dec 2024

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This holiday season, your Amazon driver could earn cash and bonuses — all with a simple Alexa command. Find out how your thanks can make a differenc...