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Want a fully self-driving car? Tesla plans to roll one out by the end of the year. Plus, political spam will flood your inbox, microtransit will change the way we commute and an Apple AirTag mistake you should avoid. Also, use these secret tricks to get free e-books, use your phone's best browser and boost your home's value! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more...

Add a room or pool? AI is increasing your taxes. Plus, best side hustles to earn money, online dating shocking change, big security problem selling things online, an unbelievable startup, and a truly funny joke at the end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live in an area with crappy internet? Try this trick. Plus, MS Flight Simulator’s new version is amazing, Outlook users won’t like a major change, the biggest gotcha using private mode, and my smart digital life advice to callers just like you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to get a 70-inch TV delivered in less than an hour? Just use Instacart! Plus, Walmart can now deliver groceries into your garage. Here's how to set it up. Also, I'll tell you how to take a break from Facebook. (It's harder than you think!) Oh, and you might not know that it's illegal to throw these 10 things into the trash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn...

Sick of pressing a button to unlock your car? You could do what one Tesla owner did and implant a chip into your hand. Also, I've got great news: A bipartisan data privacy bill could give you more control over your data. Here are all the ways it could change your digital life. Plus, here are the nine most creative scams from my inbox — and how to avoid them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Want to help fight inflation? The government says you need to spend money! Plus, one airline worker stole a bag worth $15,000. Here's how the police found him. Speaking of airplanes, you can track politicians and celebrities with these free travel apps. You also need to watch out for this crafty scam that stole $300,000 from a couple. If you see these red flags, you're in danger. Learn more about...

What new products are Apple announcing soon? Listen to find out. Plus, cellphones in the classroom, why it’s a bad idea to fix your own laptop, and how YouTubers solved a murder mystery. See if you can guess the right answer in weekly trivia and stay to the end for a very funny joke of the week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Do you use navigation apps when you drive? Buckle up. You might have to deal with a ton of ads cluttering the screen. Also, Ford wants to make night driving easier with its smart headlights. Oh, and if you're planning a Las Vegas trip, your next Lyft might be a driverless EV! Plus, is someone watching you with a hidden tracker? Here are the signs you need to watch out for. Learn more about your ad...

Did you know USBs can be dangerous? Take this rubber ducky, for example. Speaking of safety, don't use rice on a drenched smartphone. Use THIS instead. Plus, if you want to save money on landscaping, here's a bot you can hire. Also, try these seven genius voice commands for Siri and Google Assistant. These insider tricks are lifesavers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Did your favorite celebrity tell you to invest in cryptocurrency? If you lost money, you might be able to sue them! Plus, streaming is stumbling — and you might be the reason why. Oh, and Elon Musk says his upcoming Optimus bot has a godlike AI. Here's why. Also, how would you like to start making $1,000 for each photo you took? Listen to this episode and I'll tell you all you need to know. Learn...

Why aren't Americans buying electric vehicles? The answer might surprise you. Plus, BMW owners are mad at a new subscription and Facebook's newest chatbot hates Facebook. Also, you don't need to swipe your credit card to pay anymore. Just hold out your hand. After a machine scans your palm, you're good to go. Here's why you should be worried. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Your privacy could be in danger if you have any smart home devices. In this episode, learn new Google tricks, keyboard shortcuts and a few Facebook dangers. Also, here's why you should never use in-app browsers. (If you put your info in them, you're in big trouble!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would you strap a laptop onto your face? Meta says its upcoming VR headset is a bit like that. I've got all the details. Also, one new apartment building has a built-in AI system that monitors your health. Sensors can tell if you're in danger. Oh, and deaf people could soon wear glasses for their ears. This tech can convert what someone is saying into readable text. It's pretty revolutionary! Lear...

After you join TikTok Pulse, making money online is as easy as dancing the two-step. Of course, there’s a catch. Looking for a new job? Watch out for this scary new scam. Plus, your cable subscription comes with some sweet freebies. Here are some perks you might be missing out on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Do you use prayer and mental health apps? They're probably sharing your secrets with Big Tech. Also in this episode, I'll tell you how to stop people from finding your private info on Google. Plus, you should know that using low-power mode comes with some serious issues. Want to sell a water bottle for $1,500? Slap a Theranos label on it. This merch is all the rage on eBay. Here's why. Learn more...

Stop sharing your phone number — it could put you in danger. Get a second number with this free trick. I'll also tell you how to get disposable email addresses in a second. Plus, thieves are using AirTags to steal cars, smart handguns are coming and ransomware closed an entire college forever. Also, is crypto dying? Here's my take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Lea...

Europe is moving closer to universal charging cables. Will we get the same here in the U.S.? A new bill could put a stop to some of those scummy data-broker sites. Plus, three easy ways to get Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant to understand you better. And the internet is losing its collective mind over Kim Kardashian's red carpet walk in Marilyn Monroe's famous dress. Learn more about your ad choic...

Ditch the dressing room. Use the smart mirror that guesses your size. Here's how it works. Plus, I've got all the details on electric cars from Mercedes and BMW. You'll also get the inside scoop on Amazon's plans for new smart home tech. (Hint: They involve augmented reality.) You also need to know the dangers of Googling. When you type these words into the search bar, you're putting yourself in d...

We've all been there. You want to buy something online ... but it's too expensive. That's why online sellers let you buy now and pay later. Beware: These incremental payments can hurt your credit. Plus, here's how to control Zoom with your hands, stop missing important emails and stop forgetting what you need at the store. You don't want to miss out on my top life hacks! Learn more about your ad c...

Riddle me this: What does "Star Wars" have to do with your next doctor's visit? Depending on your doctor, you may start dealing with holographic house calls. I've got all the details. Plus, you won't believe the craziest spy cams I found. People are hiding cameras in toys, water bottles, hair ties and spaghetti cans! Also, I've got a few tips you can use to conquer spam texts that keep haunting yo...

In 2021, Facebook and Twitter employees spent 99% of their political donations on Democrats. Could that impact Big Tech bias? Here's my take. Plus, I'll tell you which jobs are most likely to be taken over by robots. If I mention your job, it's time to update your resume. Also, here's how you can make millions from the metaverse. Spoiler alert: You can buy digital real estate! Best of all, I've go...

Check your smartphone for 17 bad apps. They're stealing banking details. Plus, Amazon has a sneaky way of hiding new products from you and Google plans a battery-powered smart speaker. And you don't need a third-party app to scan; Allie will show you how.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for electric police chases, thanks to Ford's police partnership. I've got all the details, plus the inside scoop on leaked Amazon documents. Looks like we're getting another Prime Day! Also, you can now wear smart scarves to keep cool. My advice: Wear one while you watch Netflix's true crime story on John McAfee. It's a wild ride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Do you have a Tesla? Don't trust Autopilot. One driver did – and his car killed a man. More tech news you need to know: Hackers are targeting your Office suite, Gmail is changing and how to NEVER miss an important call again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices