Streaming devices compared

There are two types of steaming gadgets: set-top boxes and HDMI sticks. Streaming boxes are larger and more expensive but tend to be more powerful. HDMI sticks are the size of USB drives and plug right into your TV’s HDMI port. That means less clutter in your entertainment center and less impact on your wallet. This […]

Kim Komando answers about black hat hackers, VHS archives, smart homes for seniors and more: Tech Q&A

Each week, I receive tons of questions from my listeners about tech concerns, new products and all things digital. Sometimes, choosing the most interesting questions to highlight is the best part of my job. This week, I received questions about black hat hackers, VHS archives, smart tech for seniors and more.

5 essential steps to protect yourself from hackers and online criminals

Only you can safeguard your own device. You have plenty of tools at your disposal, but unless you use them, you will lose this battle. To help you protect yourself from viruses, phishing, malware, and ransomware, here are five tactics that will bolster your defenses and keep the invaders at bay.

Virtual assistant spies, saving texts, burner phones, and more: Tech Q&A

Each week, I receive tons of questions from my listeners about tech concerns, new products and all things digital. Sometimes, choosing the most interesting questions to highlight is the best part of my job. This week, I received questions about virtual assistant spies, saving important texts, burner phones, and more.

6 fitness gadgets that you’ll actually use

If you do your homework and are prepared to do the physical work as well, you’ll be sure to find high-tech gadgets that do help you get healthy. Some of the gadgets are wearable, others get you moving, but all are aimed at keeping you fit.

Use this one trick to protect yourself as data breaches hit all-time high

Every week seems to bring news of corporate data breaches that are putting millions of Americans’ information in peril. The year isn’t even over, but 2019 is shaping up to be the worst in terms of data breaches. We’ll look at how 2019 is measuring up to 2018 and what have been the most egregious hacks so far.

5 affordable laptops starting as low as $140

At Komando.com, we love sharing with you the best deals from around the web, and laptop bargains are no exception. That’s why today, we’re bringing you our picks for the best budget laptops you can find on Amazon. These powerful computers come with price tags that are sure to make you smile, so you’ll want to snap up these deals before someone else does. Just don’t show the kids or they’ll want one for themselves!

Phone trackers, search deletion, checking strange links and more: Tech Q&A

Each week, I receive tons of questions from my listeners about tech concerns, new products, and all things digital. Sometimes, choosing the most interesting questions to highlight is the best part of my job. This week, I received questions about hidden phone trackers, ending robocalls, checking strange links, and more.

Everything you need to know about the latest Windows update

Not only does updating your PC give you access to cutting-edge apps and software, but it also includes the latest patches to keep your system safe from cybercriminals. If you’ve been on the fence about updating Windows to the latest version, here’s our breakdown of why you should along with some of the coolest new features you can try for yourself today.

Kim recommends: Dash cams and dash cam apps

On the July 13, 2019, episode of The Kim Komando Show, a caller asked about dash cam technology to install on his vehicles to help with some family issues. Kim recommended that you can find dash cams for over $100, but you don’t need to spend that much. She also recommended to the caller that […]

Grab millions of free e-books for your summer reading

Printed books will never disappear completely, but it’s hard to find more convenience than a digital book. You can download as many as you want and cart them around on a single thin, lightweight gadget. Well, you might not know that there are ways to get free eBooks right now online.

5 sites for streaming TV for free

Streaming video is still a relatively young technology, but most of us can no longer imagine sticking a disc into a DVD player. No, streaming is now the way to go. That’s why we’re seeing more-and-more streaming services pop-up all the time. Some of them even let you watch for free. Here are five streaming services where you can watch free content.

Former FBI, CIA director takes on a phone scammer

Robocalls and phone scammers are getting worse. Most are merely annoying but some can be terrifying, like the scammer who threatened to kill Lynda and William Webster. Webster’s name may sound familiar: He’s the former head of the FBI and CIA. Everyone is a target for scammers, from the average person to the powerful.

Create easy-to-remember yet super-tough passwords

With so many accounts getting hacked, I can’t emphasize enough the importance of basic safety measures. Having a password doesn’t do you much good if it’s “12345.” Still, it’s not exactly easy to come up with strong passwords that are also easy to remember.

How to make money selling your photos online

Are you a photographer or artist with some great creations to sell? Someone who loves taking pictures? You can put your photos and other art on eBay and Etsy and hope for the best, but this site can make selling your photography much easier.

Find nearly anyone online

If the internet has brought about one thing, it would be that we are all more connected. We can communicate quicker and more efficiently then ever before. One of the best parts about social media is having the ability to reconnect with old friends and family. But, sometimes it can be difficult to find someone you are looking for online. That’s exactly what one incredible website can help you with. This site can help you find virtually anyone online. You won’t believe how it works.

Free product samples sent right to you

What’s the best way to test out a new product? Free samples, of course. Find free samples, contests and coupons for top brands online. You won’t believe the savings!

How to get the lowest price on Amazon

Online shopping has revolutionized the way we buy things. You can find whatever you want, from car accessories and groceries to office supplies and sporting equipment. It’s the perfect way to get what you’re looking for without too much effort. But with so many good deals all around, how do you know that you’re really getting the absolute lowest price?

Smart speaker comparison chart

Amazon may have had a head start with the Amazon Echo but with the launch of the Google Home, Apple HomePod and Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Home, the other tech giants are quickly catching up. Click here to read more about the Amazon Echo vs. Google Home. For Amazon, Google and other smart speakers to answer your […]