Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

A viral gift exchange claims you’ll get 36 presents for the price of one, but it’s too good to be true. Here’s how this pyramid scheme leaves most people empty-handed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop free trials from turning into surprise charges. Here's how a simple slip-up can cost you big — and how to fight back with these four easy tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cybercriminals are targeting holiday shoppers with a fake 'free iPhone' scam that can steal your financial data. Here’s how to stay safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new report uncovers risks that could put your child's safety in jeopardy. I'll tell you what every parent needs to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Social media's hottest travel tip helps you snag better seats without paying extra but it’s not without controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Master the art of online shopping with these clever hacks to score discounts, outsmart retailers, and save big this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Google’s new AI could predict the weather 15 days out, taking the guesswork out of preparing for big storms. Here’s the scoop.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fort Lauderdale and Miami led in holiday delays last year. Don’t let travel chaos ruin your plans — airline apps and knowing your rights can keep you in control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

iPhone-to-Android texting: are Chinese hackers really a threat? Here's the truth behind the FBI's warning and what it means for your messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s how to ask friends and family not to share your kids’ pictures online while keeping things friendly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world’s easiest-to-hack passwords are out — find out if yours made the list and how to protect your accounts in seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Criminals are getting bolder when it comes to stealing your deliveries. Here’s how to outsmart them before they even try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From banning TikTok to redefining free speech rules for social media and breaking up tech giants like Google, here’s what could be ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers have stolen over $26 billion from Americans using an old-school crime with a modern twist. I’ll break it down in this quick podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI chatbots, shopping searches, and new habits are reshaping how we find answers online. Can it bounce back or is it truly sinking? Here's my take.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your fitness tracker turning into a tattletale? Find out how to shut it up and protect your data before it’s too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thinking about posting your family updates online this holiday season? Some things are safer kept offline. Here's what you need to know.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed holidays at home? With this tech trick, you can still enjoy classics with loved ones — no matter where they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fast track to a becoming a programmer is over. AI has changed the game, and entry-level jobs are disappearing. Here's what to know.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cybercriminals are zeroing in on iPhone users with fake Apple emails, tricking them into handing over credit card info. Here’s how to spot the scam and stay protected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holiday cheer meets holiday scams! Fake Amazon alerts are flooding inboxes, texts, and calls to steal your info. Here’s how to outsmart them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever get an ad that feels too perfect? I’ll show you a quick, fun way to see if your phone’s mic is snooping in.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not all discounted TVs are created equal. Here's how those too-good-to-be-true prices might leave you with a lackluster screen and how to shop smarter this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As you hunt for the best deals this weekend, don’t let shopping apps hunt for your personal data. Here's how to shop smart while protecting your privacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While you're enjoying family, food, and football, here's why holding off on some holiday shopping could lead to even better deals closer to Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices