Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Why are people willingly sending money to scammers they’ve never met?  There's shocking new trend where social media traps victims into losing big bucks.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get set to save like never before! Before you get into holiday shopping, I’ve got three tips that will help you score some serious savings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Received a message from FedEx or UPS about a package you didn't order? Don't fall for it —clicking that link could put your personal and financial information at risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you suddenly lost access to your Facebook — years of photos, posts, and memories gone? I’ll tell you how to back up your account so you don’t lose it all if something goes wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thinking about splurging on a new car? Discover why some of the latest high-tech features might be more hassle than they're worth and how you can save big by skipping the tech gimmicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your home tapes start fading away after 10 to 30 years. I’ll show you how to save those memories before they’re gone for good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your child’s phone a distraction at school? Learn why schools are taking extreme measures like phone confiscation and how a simple rule change might be the solution you didn’t see coming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are your video calls freezing or games lagging even with fast internet? The issue might be your upload speed, not download. Here’s how to check it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Zuckerberg is now apologizing for censoring conservative views during the pandemic. But the real shocker? He claims it was under pressure from the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fumbling with your remote every time you want to find a show? It’s time to let your voice do the work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coding was once hailed as essential for future careers, but AI advancements are quickly changing that.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you prefer Times New Roman, Arial, or even Comic Sans? Here's a surprise: The font you choose could actually affect your wallet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Swift’s superfans — aka Swifties — are on the government’s radar. Why? I'll tell you the scoop in this short podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eighty percent of singles lie on their dating profiles. Looking for your soulmate online? AI can help you spot the difference between a catfish and the ultimate catch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Burglars use Google Maps to scout homes without getting close — until they strike. This is why you should blur your house, and I’ve got the steps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s tough to figure out your next move when you’re stressed out. But the Better Business Bureau has a tool that can guide you in the right direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Google guilty of illegally monopolizing search and ads, here’s what you can do to loosen its hold on your online experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a good time to get a used car. Not sure what to look for and how to score a great price? I have a few tips to get you on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A savvy woman fought back against porch pirates by mailing herself an Apple AirTag, leading to the capture of the thieves who had been stealing her mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you hand over the tablet when your kid throws a fit? A new study says you’re not just rewarding bad behavior — you’re actually making it worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Google's new Pixel phones costing extra for AI features and Apple's iPhone 16 soon to be released, it's worth holding off a bit longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you forget to power up your phone overnight? Here are some quick tips to help speed up your charging time so you can get back to full battery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney+ adding Hulu content might seem like a win for variety, but parents aren’t thrilled. R-rated flicks and reality drama are creeping into what used to be a family-safe zone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like online ads know too much about you? I’ll share a simple tool that lets you stop companies from tracking you across the web — and it’s totally free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An AI in Tokyo secretly rewrote its own code to avoid being shut down — could this be the start of machines taking control into their own hands? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices