Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Smartphones are now all about the camera. Before you buy a new one, take this true or false test: The more megapixels, the better the picture. True or false? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everybody goes to Google when they have burning questions. But you shouldn't use it for these specific queries. Here are three things that you should never search for on Google or any other web search engine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine a battery that never needs recharging. Actually, you don't have to imagine it, since that technology has already arrived! Here's how it works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not too long from now, you’ll need proof that you’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19 to travel. You might even need proof to get a job! Here's the problem, though: No one can trust the so-called proof. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get this: Even though much of America is working from home, we’re sleep deprived and 30 percent say they’re online “constantly.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As of today, about 28% of the U.S. population has been vaccinated. Many states are opening vaccination appointments to everyone 16 and over. Now, scammers are literally coming out of the woodwork. Here’s how you can protect yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many times a day do you check your smartphone? Not just for calls, but social media, email, and texts too? You won't believe how many times the average American checks their smartphone each day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every tech device in your home contains at least some personal information about you. That's why you should wipe smartphones, tablets and computers clean before giving them away. Don't forget to reset your printers, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At yesterday’s Congressional hearing with the CEOs of Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet, lawmakers in both parties made it clear social media has too much control over what you see and hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Facebook, the owner of Instagram, is ready to roll out its new social media website, Instagram Kids. At first glance, it sounds promising. Take a deeper look, though, and you'll realize this is terrible news for parents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nine-year-old Ryan Kaji is one of YouTube's most popular stars. At first, he unboxed toys. Later, he covered video games, sports, and other projects. Here's the story behind this tiny multimillionaire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Google’s promise was clear: Open the Chrome browser and activate incognito mode. If you follow these steps, you won't be tracked online. There’s just one tiny problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the big bipartisan war on Big Tech heats up, Facebook’s PR machine has cranked out yet another diversion. The problem? We've heard this one before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the endless number of robocalls and sales pitches, it’s best to give your mobile number only to your family and friends. Luckily, you can set up multiple numbers without breaking the bank. Just do this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A viral TikTok video claiming to be posted by a former Apple store employee shares a secret policy that could get you free repairs and replacements. Here’s a hint: It’s something you should be doing anyway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America hasn't fought pornography since President Reagan left office in 1989. The Clintons abandoned the anti-porn war around the time the internet emerged. The rest is history ... Or is it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All over Facebook and Instagram, people are posting pictures of their COVID-19 vaccination cards. Seems innocent enough, but it’s another way for scammers to make money off your back ... or, in this case, your arm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you use an iPhone or iPad, a new prank is spreading. You answer your phone or see a text from iMessage. You’ve been added to a FaceTime call with a group of people who you don’t even know. Here's why that can be dangerous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your phone is a great tool for keeping track of your sleep schedule. But they might also be a hindrance. Here's what you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every day, Netflix is ripped off. A whopping 30% of Netflix customers share passwords with family and friends. Now, the streaming service is saying, "Enough is enough." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who closely follows Apple knows that getting inside sales information from them is like pulling teeth – especially when a product doesn’t sell too well. Like, for example, Apple’s iPhone 12 Mini. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At this very second, about a thousand Americans are receiving a scam call with the same message: “We’ve been trying to reach you about your car’s warranty.” Is it even possible to stop these calls? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Zuckerberg claims that Facebook is on the verge of succeeding where Google failed 7 years ago with its cumbersome virtual glasses. He says his glasses can “teleport” you to your office ... and that’s just the beginning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Experienced sailors can take one look at the sky and tell you when a storm’s coming. Now you have to wonder if Big Tech is watching as the storm clouds gather ... because trouble is brewing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a false sense of security growing in America. While it’s a joy to report that the number of Covid-19 cases and deaths are declining, millions are still sick and even more are contagious. Unfortunately, fever scanners aren't helping at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices