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Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

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Sound like a tech pro, even if you’re not! Award-winning popular host Kim Komando is your secret weapon. Kim is in a class all her own. Her widely successful radio show is heard on over 500 stations in the United States and internationally in 175 different countries. Kim has millions of fans who love her down-to-earth, deeply relatable, and easy-to-understand way of talking about consumer tech. Every episode is loaded with the scoop about the latest gadgets, online security, social media trends, and digital privacy. Kim makes it all entertaining and fun. With a mix of important news, practical advice, and compelling conversations, you can make informed decisions and stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the tech world. In the Kim Komando Daily Tech Update Podcast, every episode is loaded with ways to better your tech life. New Kim Komando Daily Tech Update Podcast episodes drop every day, Monday through Sunday. If you want Kim’s daily longer podcasts, search for Kim Komando Today in your favorite podcast player. To learn more about Kim, the things she mentions, or submit a topic or question, drop by www.Komando.com See megaphone.spotify.com/legal for privacy information.

Episodes

Stop your TV from selling your data

Remember when a 4K TV cost over ten grand? Now, they’re packed with smart features at a fraction of that price. But there’s a catch.

Sep 01, 202410 min

Scams on social media

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.

Sep 01, 20249 min

3 tricks to score Labor Day deals

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.

Aug 31, 20249 min

The smishing scam

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.

Aug 31, 20248 min

How to download your entire Facebook

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.

Aug 30, 20249 min

New cars, AI, and unhappy customers

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.

Aug 30, 20249 min

How to keep smartphones out of classrooms

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.

Aug 29, 20248 min

Upload vs. download speeds

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.

Aug 28, 20248 min

It's official: Facebook censors your opinions

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.

Aug 28, 20248 min

How to use AI to spot a bad date

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.

Aug 25, 20249 min

Remove your home on Google Maps

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.

Aug 25, 20249 min

Just got scammed? Stop here

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.

Aug 24, 20249 min

How to go Google free

With Google guilty of illegally monopolizing search and ads, here’s what you can do to loosen its hold on your online experience.

Aug 24, 20249 min

Find the best deals for used cars

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.

Aug 23, 20249 min

Catching porch pirates and mail thieves

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.

Aug 23, 20248 min

Confirmed: iPads make your kids misbehave

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.

Aug 22, 20248 min

3 ways to charge your phone faster

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.

Aug 21, 20248 min

Parents, know this about Disney

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.

Aug 21, 20247 min

Online tool to stop ads

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.

Aug 20, 20247 min

AI takes over

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?

Aug 20, 20247 min

How to use AI to improve your resume

Applying for jobs but not getting any responses? Here’s how AI tools can help spot what might be holding your resume back.

Aug 19, 202410 min

Big tech's big lies: Part II

I’ll break down how streaming, ride-shares, and cloud services have failed to deliver on their promises, costing you more than you bargained for.

Aug 18, 202410 min