Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

People are quitting Twitter and social media every day. Some are famous. Most are not. But their reasons for quitting are eerily similar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was only a matter of time before COVID-19 vaccines, whether real or fake, would begin appearing for sale on the Dark Web. But it’s happening now and here’s what you should know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A dollar sign doesn't ensure a good product. In fact, a ton of great tools are free, like video editing software or even streaming platforms. Here are a few great services you can get without cracking open your wallet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you order food to be delivered from your local restaurants using Post Mates, Door Dash or another service, there’s a new trick to get your business you need to be aware of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're in the market for a new TV, watch out for these four tricks. These are some common pitfalls for customers. After this episode, you'll know exactly what to watch out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which age group do you think is the most likely to fall for an online scam? If you think it's grandma's generation, think again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amazon claims that it stands for a free, open and uncensored Internet. Yet here it is, the biggest of Big Tech, now censoring and removing books and films it doesn’t like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can social media traumatize you? Thirty Facebook moderators say it can. Here's the story behind their horrifying lawsuit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From MacBooks to iPhones, Apple has a ton of great gadgets to choose from. But if you don't know how to navigate your new toy, don't worry. Apple now offers free virtual classes that can turn you into a tech pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big names like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk are joining this new audio-only social media app. It's super exclusive, since you can only get in with an invitation from an existing user. But there are a few threats you've got to watch out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You might be making a mistake that's commonly thought of as a helpful way to stop the onslaught. In reality, it will only attract more annoying messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's hard to pick the superior smartphone. Sure, Apple's popular iPhones outsell Galaxy's goodies. But there are a few more factors to keep in mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've got to hear this amazing story about a niche gaming website that suddenly exploded with millions of users around the world. Why did it skyrocket to stardom? Find out in today's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After years of speculation, Google has finally admitted just how much personal data it collects from your iPhone. Here’s a hint: everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Millions of older Americans simply don’t have the computer skills to schedule an appointment for the Covid vaccine. As soon as an appointment appears, it’s gone in one to three seconds. But help is on the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You need a different password for every online account. But remembering them is impossible — unless you use a password manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out across the country, cybercriminals want their shot at stealing your money. If you aren't careful, these two scams could drain your bank account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A killer storm hit Texas, and now millions of people are going without water, heat and power. Would a home generator make a difference? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Severe snow, sleet and ice storms are pounding across the central and southern states. Although millions of people are going without power, social media is lighting up.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s something for you to think about the next time you check your email. An invisible spy beacon is probably reporting back to the email’s sender with intimate details. Even your location could be compromised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you buy something on Amazon, you probably check the product’s reviews before adding it to your cart. That’s a bad idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Add another lost device to the long list of bygone tech. We no longer use folding maps, Walkman music players or Polaroid cameras. Now, the good old Piggy Bank has been dethroned. Meet its shiny new replacement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve made the decision to have a home theater, what’s best: a large flat-screen TV or a projector? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ring Doorbell is a great product. But now its engineers have managed to come up with the absolute worst idea ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bitcoins are incredibly valuable, but they come at a huge cost. Who pays the most? Mother Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices