Kim Komando Daily Tech Update
2,678 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★ - 7 ratingsSound 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.
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Episodes
5 clues your phone is tapped
November 28, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MBFeel like someone's watching you? Here are a few helpful hints to find out if your suspicions are spot on.
YouTube creators use death for profit
November 28, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBThere's a new viral trend impacting grieving families. I tell you what YouTube is — or isn't — doing about it.
Apple Watch saves another life
November 27, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.29 MBHave you set up all your Apple Watch health features yet? After hearing this story, you will.
AI hallucinations
November 27, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.48 MBWhat happens when AI gets the facts wrong? Here's the scoop.
EVs - why customers don’t like what they see
November 26, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.34 MBFeel the pressure to buy an electric vehicle? Here's why buyers aren't thrilled with them.
Put your key fob in "sleep mode"
November 26, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.61 MBWhere's the first place your keys go when you get home? If your answer is near the front door, it's time to switch it up.
AI-generated women on dating apps
November 25, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.44 MBMeet a nice woman online recently? Here's what you need to watch out for on dating apps.
Black Friday shopping tricks
November 24, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.54 MBWant to find the best deals today? Follow some of these easy tricks.
Here's what your digital life is worth
November 24, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.11 MBWhat could your credentials fetch on the dark web? Here's why they're worth a lot.
Buy OLED or buy nothing at all
November 24, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MBOn the market for a new TV? Here's the scoop on what to buy.
Make holiday cards online for free
November 23, 2023 22:00 - 2 minutes - 2.45 MBWant to make a personalized gift this season? Here's how to use online programs to make holiday cards for free.
Why the best shopping deals are weeks away
November 23, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.8 MBGetting ready for Black Friday? Here's why you should wait a little longer for deals.
The Atari 2600 game console is back
November 22, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MBOne of the hottest holiday gifts requires a little bit of time travel. Blow off your cartridges, here's why this vintage tech is making a comeback.
Beat traffic this Thanksgiving
November 21, 2023 22:08 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBDon't want to be stuffed in traffic? Google Maps just released the best times to drive — stick to these, and it's all gravy.
It's scamming season
November 21, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MBExcited about the holidays? You're not the only one — fraudsters look forward to jingle bells all year long.
Naked photo scam is spreading
November 21, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutes - 2.88 MBThere's a dangerous new scam targeting teenage boys. Here's what you need to know and how to protect them.
What to do about TikTok and the anti-Semite mob
November 20, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.24 MBOsama bin Laden's "Letter to America" is popping up across TikTok. If you spot it, here's how to curb its spread.
Make grocery lists in no time
November 20, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBStruggling to sync up shopping lists with others? Check out these apps — they'll have your lists sorted and shared effortlessly.
How to get great food pics this Thanksgiving
November 19, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBThis Thanksgiving, I've got a fun challenge for you: Take the best pics of your turkey ever.
Santa's bag is full of spies
November 19, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.12 MBHoliday shopping's kicked off, with tech gadgets leading the wish lists. But there's a catch — each comes with a privacy warning worth your attention.
How Siri and Amazon Echo can help make the perfect turkey
November 18, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.64 MBYou have enough on your plate this Thanksgiving. Let your smart assistant do some of the dirty work.
Gen Z and the perils of working 9 to 5
November 18, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MBEveryone's clocking back in at the office, but not all are thrilled — Gen Z's got some thoughts.
Charging cords that won't break
November 17, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.15 MBAre your cords always in a bunch? Here's a list of the best ones — tried and tested.
The government's plan to end speeding
November 17, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MBFeds want to put speed monitoring tech in all new cars. Here's what that means for you.
Plan your phone-free vacation
November 16, 2023 22:00 - 2 minutes - 1.95 MBAre you always attached to your phone? Here's how to enjoy your holiday getaway without being connected.
Influencers continue to lie and mislead
November 16, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.77 MBThe FTC sent out more warnings this week to social media influencers. Here's the lowdown — and it's not sweet.
The risks you take if you never update
November 15, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MBWhen's the last time you gave your phone a good update? Here's why you should, even if you don't want to.
Stay away from Temu and Pinduoduo
November 15, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.67 MBHoliday shopping's heating up and everyone's hunting for bargains. But beware — some deals aren't as great as they look.
Make a digital holiday cookbook
November 14, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBDon't let your aunt's sweet potato casserole recipe rot in mountains of paper. I've got some quick ways to digitize it.
Why you can no longer cut the cable to save money
November 14, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.74 MBStreaming services are upping their prices big time — it's all adding up. Here's the real cost of ditching the cord.
Best car hiding place for AirTags
November 13, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.66 MBKeeping one in your glove compartment? Here's why you should switch that up — pronto.
Will the AI smart pin unseat the iPhone?
November 13, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.76 MBHumane will release its $699 smart pin next week. Here's why some are saying it will replace smartphone.
Get better rest with your phone
November 12, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.73 MBStruggling to doze off after scrolling? Your phone's got a nifty sleep mode to help out.
The end of the video sex chat website Omegle
November 12, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.56 MBThe video chat service shut down last week. Here's all you need to know.
House cleaning goldmines
November 11, 2023 20:32 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBHere are some items you may have that are worth a pretty penny in the used goods market.
Your venmo history may be public
November 11, 2023 20:23 - 2 minutes - 2.53 MBBy default your transactions history is public in venmo, here is how to turn it off.
The real price of streaming
November 10, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.33 MBA recent survey found that fifty percent of us pay for streaming services we don’t use. Here's how to track all of your forgotten subscriptions.
The DoorDash shakedown
November 10, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.39 MBDoorDash has issued a warning to all their customers. Here's all you need to know.
The new rules for email
November 09, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.1 MBWe're all sick of bad emails. Here's how to amp yours up so folks will actually read them.
What should you do if your electric vehicle catches fire
November 09, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.54 MBAre you safer in a gas-powered car? Here are the facts in this short podcast.
Protect your deliveries from sneaky theives
November 08, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.26 MBYour front doorstep is a landing pad for all your deliveries — and porch pirates. Here's how to protect your packages.
Why WeWork didn't work
November 08, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.13 MBThe coworking company once had a $47 billion valuation, then it tanked — hard. I'll dive into the how and why of its bankruptcy.
How to read a privacy policy (fast)
November 07, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.44 MBReading the top 96 websites' privacy policies would eat up 47 hours of your life. Let's get you those hours back with some speedy deciphering tips.
How TikTok allows anti-Jewish hate
November 07, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MBAre TikTok's safeguards against hate and harrassment really doing anything? I have the lowdown in this podcast.
Most annoying people on planes
November 06, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 3.03 MBAre you doing what pesters folks the most on flights? In this short podcast, here's how not to be that guy or gal.
The jobs most at risk from AI
November 06, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MBIs your career safe? Here's a list of the top jobs expected to disappear in the next five years.
Android owners miss out
November 05, 2023 19:00 - 2 minutes - 2.51 MBFolks with iPhones often prefer texting with other iPhone users — it's just the way it is. Got an Android? Here's what you can do to join the conversation.
The first Black Friday sales begin
November 05, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBShould you buy now or wait for later? Here's a preview of the early stuff that's waiting for you.
Why we wave in Zoom meetings
November 04, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBEver hopped on a Zoom call and been greeted with a friendly wave? Here's the reason we all wave back.
Cell phone bans in school are growing
November 04, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.45 MBShould the tech be allowed in the classroom? Here's why parents and teachers are split.