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Crypto 401Ks, hologram wife glitches, money-saving phone trick

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

He married a hologram. Four years later, she glitched. Here's how he made their marriage survive. Also, criminals are filing emergency data requests t...

Job-stealing robots, free browser games, Echo TV trick

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How much job security do you have? Depending on your position, you may only have 10 years before a robot steals your job. In this episode, I'll tell y...

Free audiobooks, front door scam, check your phone's privacy report

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Scammers might show up at your home. If they claim to be an "energy auditor," slam the door in their faces. Plus, Elon Musk buys Twitter, new EVs are ...

Portless iPhone, Musk Mars update, Alexa's AR smart homes

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Word has it that Amazon is working on a new smart home gadget with augmented reality features. Here's how this will change your home. I'll also tell y...

Bulletproof headphones, credit report change, new Zoom trick

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever bought something, only to pay for it later? Lots of shoppers love this setup — but now it will show up on your credit report. Speaking...

Toilet tech troubles, holographic doctor visits, worst battery mistakes

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for high-tech medical visits. In this episode, I'll share the biggest ways you're draining your phone's battery — and how to make it last ...

E-scooter secrets, phone sex surprise, make old computers new again

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have an old laptop or PC lying around and collecting dust? You should know about a new OS that brings it back to life. I'll also tell you how to add l...

Text scams, bad news for Netflix, missing AirPods

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kim and the team break down this week's biggest tech stories, from Netflix's subscriber drop to Pokemon's strange acquisition — and a tale about a s...

Stop phone snoops, text on your computer, iOS and watchOS updates

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Phone snoops can be hard to catch. Luckily, I know just how to get rid of them. In this episode, you'll learn how to text on your computer. I'm also s...

Scary porn scam, Fitbit heart feature, 10 ways you're wasting money

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fitbit added a new way you can keep track of your heart health. You should also know about a scary scam that turns you into a porn star. Oh, and a sur...

How to save your texts, protect nude photos and find spyware

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I've got a lot of great advice in this episode of Kim Komando Today. First, you'll learn how to never lose a text message again. I'll also tell you ho...

Twitter bots, Russia vs. Wikipedia, self-destructing emails

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apple and Google put out some emergency updates. If you don't install the newest OS, you're in danger. Plus, I'll tell you all about Twitter bots, Elo...

John Oliver vs. Congress, Android malware and a YouTube trick

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elon Musk wants to own Twitter — and he's making bold moves to take it over. Kim has all the details. Plus, Ben will help you spot malicious Android...

Space hotels, private photo trick and a secret way to update all your social media accounts

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you shoot for the stars? You might want to book a room at the world's first space hotel. Yep, that's a thing. I've got all the details. In this epi...

Remote work scams, 30-second privacy trick and a crucial Chrome alert

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A big change is coming to your Google Search and Google News results. Plus, every Chrome user needs to know about a dire new security warning. Also, d...

If you see these emojis, your kids are doing drugs

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration put out a list of emojis that teens are using to talk about drugs. Police also arrested a man who used his Ap...

Stop Facebook tracking, secret camera trick and why you see ads when you stream

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I help three callers who are in tough spots. One wants to protect her son from malicious gamers. Another wants expensive cameras for ...

Delete this antivirus program, YouTube transcripts trick, Google Maps hack

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Kim Komando Today, I’ll tell you which antivirus program you need to delete ASAP. It could be a national security threat. I’ve ...

Spotting fake news, find any photo, scam calls mistake

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all know what happened at the Oscars, but did Will Smith make a bald joke years ago on “The Arsenio Hall Show”? Kim has a simple trick to save ...

Wi-Fi on the moon, Russian cyberattacks and a Google tip for saving gas money

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know people are putting Wi-Fi on the moon? That's just the tip of the iceberg. In this episode of Kim Komando Explains, I'll teach you how to ...

White House warning, Google shortcut, FBI cybercrime report

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The White House put out a list of what businesses need to do to protect themselves from cyberwarfare. The problem? It's far from helpful. Plus, a help...

2FA-stealing malware, update your phone, wheels vs. doors

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Smartphone malware is getting worse. A variant caught stealing passwords, bank details and lots more has a new trick — collecting your two-factor au...

How cyberstalking works — and how to stop it

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know 40% of Americans deal with online harassment? It can happen to anyone — and it can hurt your career and personal life. In this episod...

AirTag stalkers, easy change to get faster internet, tax return pro tip

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It didn't take long for creeps and thieves to use Apple's AirTags to follow people. Apple has a response, but is it enough? Plus, tips to get your tax...

Chat via hologram, 6G, metaverse taxes + Your calls

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Catch up with Kim's national radio show and innovative new tech coming down the pipeline. A new device can add 3D “holoportation” to your video c...

Ukraine War: The dangers, scams and hacks you need to watch for + your calls

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Russia has invaded Ukraine and there are fears it could lead to cyberwarfare — even here in the U.S. Find out what it could mean for you. Plus, how ...

Trump's new app, Peloton problems, 5-minute PC cleanup

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trump's social media app just launched — and it was a rough start, to say the least. Plus, more trouble for Peloton as a scheme to hide a rust probl...

Special episode: An hour of The Kim Komando Show

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy a full hour of The Kim Komando Show, compliments of the Komando Community. Try it out yourself free for 30 days and get access to Kim's show as ...

AirTag arrest, hide your Facebook profile, celebrity meltdown

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After months of stories about people using Apple's AirTags to stalk others and even steal cars, an arrest has been made. Plus, if you don't want to gi...

How to boost your tax refund this year

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The IRS has new changes including the $600 rule, WFH deductions, child tax credits and more. In this episode, tax accountant Rachel Cheek and I dive i...

Google changing your account, Apple's Siri mistake, celebrity parents

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Google is making a major change to user accounts — and it's one you should make now before it happens automatically. Plus Apple says it was gatherin...

How advertisers collect your data and target you with ads

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Male, 38 years old, married, two kids under five, watched a YouTube video about lawn care, visited a home improvement store in the last 10 days, liste...

Apple wedding rings, winter weather alerts, rugged phone review

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rumors are swirling about Apple's new wedding rings that will sniff out a cheater. We've got the facts. Plus, with severe weather conditions peaking a...

Dark Web 101: What's there and why the government can't shut it down

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wade through the waters of the Dark Web and you'll find drugs, hitmen and all sorts of disturbing imagery. But it's also a haven for privacy advocates...

Apple's stalker problem, tax season warning, 'Batman' scavenger hunt

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's AirTags make it easy to keep an eye on items like your keys or wallet, but they're dangerous in the wrong hands. Is Apple's response good enou...

This man turned his lost love into an AI chatbot

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has a different way of coping with tragedy. When Joshua Barbeau lost his girlfriend, he created an AI chatbot based on her personality. In t...

My mother’s cancer journey ended

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My mother was diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer in December 2017. By 2020, she was cancer-free. But the cancer returned with a vengeance and do...

COVID test scams, Netflix price increase, smart Alexa tip

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for free COVID tests? Don’t go to one of the many scam sites that have popped up almost overnight. Plus, Netflix just hit a major milestone ...

Tech's impact on our bodies

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Neck pain, muscle strain and even "smartphone pinky syndrome" are just some of the ways tech can hurt your health. Kim chats with technology writer Ni...

Wordle tips, smart guns, 'Batman' letdown

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you playing Wordle? It seems like just about everyone is! We've got pro tips to help you win the hot word game and a warning about the Wordle app....

An unbelievable story about hackers hitting up a hospital for ransomware

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ransomware hackers recently hit a hospital, and everything from the cardiac machines to IV pumps stopped working. Doctors and nurses had to use pen an...

Goodbye 3G, CES winners, 'Harry Potter' reunion flubs

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The major wireless providers are doing away with 3G, and the impact goes well beyond your smartphone. Plus, Ben has the best products announced at thi...

SEO 101: How to get more traffic to your website

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you have a website, you want it to show up on the first page of Google for as many different search terms as possible. How can you get there? SEO, ...

5 ways to clean up your photos before it's too late

01 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now that we can snap pictures from our smartphones, we all have way more photos than we know what to do with. Between your physical albums and the dig...

Watch out for this Google ad scam — and try this trick for better pet photos

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Watch out: Scammers are creating Google ads to leech off of your search traffic. This scary trick conned some people out of $500,000 in cryptocurrency...

How companies and government agencies buy your private info

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You probably think of your devices as tools that make life ten times easier. Keep in mind that they also collect a ton of valuable data that can be us...

Best apps of the year, quick tech tips, Twitter bans these photos

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Relive 2021 with the top songs, podcasts and apps of the year. Plus, a change to Twitter could put an end to certain types of bullying — if it's act...

Using tech to track down terrorists

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Governments have more tools than ever before when it comes to tracking down information. Sometimes that puts us at risk, but in the right hands, those...

Scary Windows flaw, $8/mo to start your car, fix your photos

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ben has the scoop on a Log4j, a dangerous security flaw that's so ubiquitous we may see the impact for years to come. Plus, the age of subscriptions c...

How to find out everything Amazon knows about you

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon is your biggest fan. It knows your voice, search history, advertiser preferences, favorite books, Alexa history and more. In this episode, Kim ...

The day the internet died, AirTags and car theft, gift ideas

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon Web Services went down and took a ton of websites and services with it. Plus, thieves are using AirTags to track potential victims. And Kim, Be...

Essential tech cleanups to do before 2022

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is your digital life in need of a little TLC? Kim, Ben and Allie are here with smart ways to tidy up your tech, inside and out. You'll learn a few cle...

Top apps of the year, Twitter bans sharing certain photos, Alexa guest mode

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time again: The list of the top apps and streaming music of 2021 is out. Are these great downloads on your phone? Plus, Twitter just banned ...

10 security terms you need to know right now

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You can’t protect your privacy and security if you don’t know the lingo. In this episode, Kim teaches you 10 important security terms you need to ...

10 years of data on you, Amazon Echo on wheels, tech tricks

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of ShadowDragon? It collects data from 120 major sites going back a decade. Yes, 10 years of info about YOU. Plus, the iPhone 13 and iO...

Self-driving cars: Are they actually safe to drive?

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Self-driving cars aren’t some crazy future tech … They’re here now. That raises some questions. Does it actually work? Is it safe? Is it work sh...

Windows drama, holiday shopping secret, fix your own iPhone

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It happens like clockwork: Microsoft releases an update and the internet sounds the alarms. The latest drama involves the Edge browser. Plus, a smart ...

How your TV streaming apps stalk you

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you use Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+ or Apple TV, chances are your favorite apps are tracking you wherever you go. In this episode, Ki...

Tech news roundup, paid Twitter, speed up your computer

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get the tech news of the day in just a few minutes with Kim, Allie and Ben. Would you pay for Twitter? The social media site sure hopes so and we’ve...

5 things you need to do with your photos before it's too late

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the digital age, we all have more photos than we know what to do with. Most are on our phones and computers, but then there are all the albums and ...

Tech Refresh: Google ad scam, take better pet photos, Ben's first 5-star review

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Scammers have a clever new tactic that really works. They're creating Google ads to piggyback off search traffic; one scheme cost people over $500,000...

Listen up: A full hour of The Kim Komando Show

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Surprise, it's a full hour of my national radio show. If you haven't listened in a while, now is the time to catch up. In this hour, new details from ...

Tech Refresh: iPhone secret tracking, train NASA AI, trade in your old tech

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bad news, iPhone users. There are two ways your phone can track you, even if you've turned off all those permissions. You can help train NASA's Mars R...

This tech CEO revolutionized health supplements

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How did a former senior tech leader leave the computer industry for the health supplement field? In this episode, Kim and Humann CEO Joel Kocher talk ...

Cyberstalking 101: How to stop online abuse

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Online harassment victimizes 40% of Americans. Cyberstalking can happen to anyone — and it can damage every aspect of your life, from your friendshi...

Tech Refresh: Facebook's name change, Alexa tips, kids and social media

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facebook is reportedly changing its name, and the internet has no shortage of funny ideas. Plus, how to use your Amazon Echo to make Halloween a littl...

Android always tracking, 'killware,' digital signature

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Use an Android smartphone? Bad news: New research shows certain apps are always tracking. Plus, ransomware is a huge threat to our security, but have ...

Inside social media surveillance with the founder of MeWe

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Zuckerberg says privacy is a thing of the past. MeWe founder Mark Weinstein sees a better way. In this episode, you'll learn how social media pla...

Tech Refresh: Facebook whistleblower, Windows 11 is here, dangerous TikTok trend

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who is the Facebook whistleblower? Kim has a deep dive on Frances Haugen and what might be in her future. Plus, Windows 11 is rolling out and we've go...

Digital Life Hacks: Smart digital tips you need to know

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Over the years, Kim has made it her mission to share quick tips and advice to make your digital life easier. These are all those clever hacks you won'...

Software tracking everything you do, new iPhone, Alexa on wheels

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of ShadowDragon? It collects data from 120 major sites going back a decade. Yes, 10 years of info about YOU. Plus, the iPhone 13 and iO...

Have smart devices at home? Take these steps to stay safe

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When you put a cheap smart bulb in your shopping cart, no one warned you it might be susceptible to hackers who could use it to break into your entire...

Tech Refresh: Scam texts going up, Amazon's new guarantee, the first MP3

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Scam calls are on their way down, while scammy texts are increasing. Here's what to do about it. Plus, Amazon is finally taking responsibility for lou...

The future of tech: One U.S. lawmaker sees big changes coming

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Could algorithms be the cure to cancer? What will the future workplace look like? And how could blockchain protect our privacy better than anything we...

Tech Refresh: Podcast pro tips, Alexa prank, Windows nightmare

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trying to get your podcast off the ground? Kim and Allie are joined by Paul Colligan, a podcast industry pro who helps new shows flourish. Plus, Kim p...

How the government and companies buy your personal data

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We think of our gadgets as helpful tools that make our lives easier, but they can also be turned against us. The data your devices collect is so valua...

Tech Refresh: WhatsApp not so private, 3 smart tech hacks, talking duck

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After years of assuring users Facebook can't read WhatsApp messages, the truth comes out. Kim, Allie and Ben offer up their favorite quick tech life h...

Disinformation: How social media lies change history

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping you ignorant is profitable, which is why companies, governments and terrorist groups manufacture fake social media posts. Fall for them, and y...

Tech Refresh: iPhone 13, digital license, pay later on Amazon

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The iPhone 13 is coming soon. Before you shell out $1K, get Kim's advice on whether now is really the time to upgrade. Plus, digital licenses are comi...

Cybersecurity 101: Inside the mind of a hacker

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Online scams reach new heights just about every month. How can you protect yourself? You need to get in the head of a criminal. That's why Kim sat dow...

Tech Refresh: Crypto hits $2.1T, UPS scam, quick tech hacks

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cryptocurrency shows no sign of slowing down, and there's a list of mining scam apps you need to know about. Plus, a new phishing email campaign is us...

How do you track down terrorists? This guy actually did it

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now that the Taliban has taken over Afghanistan, many nationals are scrambling to cover up their digital lives. Any sign of cooperation with Americans...

Tech Refresh: Windows nightmare continues, podcasting tips, new Gen Z trend

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kim and Allie are joined by a special guest, Paul Colligan. He's a super-smart podcast expert and chats with us about some excellent ideas...

Bonus: An hour of Kim Komando's national radio show

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's podcast is a full hour of The Kim Komando Show, originally broadcast to 420+ radio stations across the U.S. on Aug. 14 and 15. Listen on y...

Tech Refresh: Apple's plan to fight child porn, stop scam texts, be a Netflix star

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple says it is going to start scanning photos for child porn. Is this a privacy violation or a much-needed change? Plus, scam texts are on the rise....

She passed away. Then he turned her into an AI chatbot

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When tragedy struck, Joshua Barbeau decided to cope with the death of his girlfriend by creating an AI chatbot based on her personality. In this epis...

Tech Refresh: X-rated email scam, FBI's secret spy phones, tech life hacks

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The FBI busted criminals using a secret app to communicate their nefarious deeds. The biggest surprise here is how they did it. X-rated emails are one...

The inventor of the cellphone on his first-ever call and what's coming next

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cellphones completely changed the way we communicate. One of the most influential figures behind the tech? Marty Cooper, known as the Father of the Ce...

Tech Refresh: Fake Windows 11 installers, update your iPhone, Alexa's new persona

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Windows 11 is coming, but it's not here yet. Before you go Googling for the installer, a warning about dangerous malware. Plus, a new update for iPhon...

Starting a podcast? 4 tips that could make or break it

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

To make a successful podcast, you need solid storytelling and production skills. That's why I sat down with audio expert Valerie Geller to break down ...

Tech Refresh: Bezos in space, crypto scam warning, clear duplicate contacts

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Bezos went to space and back and had a, well, unusual way of thanking all of us for it. Security cameras are watching at just about every store; ...

The secret software watching your every move at work

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to invasive software, companies can track your every move — even outside of work hours. In this episode, security researcher Cooper Quintin r...

Tech Refresh: Twitter's big mistake, Ring encryption, finding your lost phone

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Twitter's blue checkmark verifications are back. You won't believe how the social media company screwed it up. Plus, a vital security measure finally ...

Your smart devices are leaking private info - Steps you can take

14 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When you put a cheap smart bulb in your shopping cart, no one warned you it might be susceptible to hackers who could use it to break into your entire...

Tech Refresh: Nosy smart assistants, old scam is back, using email aliases

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It seems, yes, Google's smart assistant is always listening. What can you do about it? Plus, a tricky scam is back with a new name, and find out how e...

A woman was being harassed and stalked. How we found the guy.

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One woman asked Kim for help with a malicious stranger who stalked her daughter's every move. Over time, the abuse escalated; the creep targeted her w...

Tech Refresh: Facebook caps $1 trillion, Peloton for kids and Starlink

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facebook is now worth $1 trillion. Kim dives in what you could get for all that cash. Plus, Starlink's progress in bringing high-speed internet to the...

Cryptocurrency 101: Your quick guide to digital currency

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bitcoin, Dogecoin, mining, Ethereum, gas prices, Binance ... Cryptocurrency is going mainstream, but that doesn't mean these are easy waters to naviga...

Tech Refresh: Smartphone warning, car rental scams, new private search engine

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to upgrade your phone. Issues are plaguing iPhone and Android models. Plus, a new privacy-focused search engine just launched to take on Goo...

Essential listening for all podcasters: Pro tips to grow your show

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn from the woman who wrote the book on radio and podcasting, Valerie Geller. She has traveled the world teaching professional broadcasters how to ...