A faulty iPhone battery leads to a scary situation

Open/download audioAll phone batteries and accessories aren’t created equal. An Oklahoma City mom learned that the hard way when the inside of her SUV was severely damaged after her iPhone went up in flames. I’ll tell you how to avoid accidents like this one.

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Here's why Netflix should be worried about this new streaming service

Once the king of streaming services, Netflix’s dominance is slipping away. A new streaming service will be online soon and it’s stealing your “Friends.” It’s already been a rough year for Netflix after finding out Disney will be taking away tons of popular content. We’ll tell you all about the new streaming service and why Netflix should be worried.

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Notre Dame: an exclusive first look at restoration work

Notre Dame’s tragic fire was a shock to the entire world. The centuries-old cathedral lost its magnificent gothic spire and roof in the aftermath of the blaze, but thanks to the efforts of the Paris FD, the structure of the building was saved. Now, restoration has finally begun — and everyone is excited to see Notre Dame restored to its former glory. Get a sneak peek at what’s coming in this insider video.

This is what fake Social Security robocalls sound like

In the span of three hours, one of our staffers here in the newsroom at Komando.com got eight persistent robocalls, all telling her that she was in big trouble. Her Social Security account had been locked! These calls got past Verizon and her robocall-blocking app, and none of the phone numbers showed up on consumer sites where you can do reverse lookup phone numbers.

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7 steps to successful online dating

Since the early 2000s, online dating has grown from a novelty to a legit way to find romance. Who doesn’t know at least one person who’s met and found the love of their lives online? On the other hand, who hasn’t heard dozens of horror stories? With that in mind, this guide is packed with great information to help you weed through the many online dating sites and safely search for love.

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Super useful iPhone feature you probably don't know about

What’s the best way to share media with another person on your Apple gadgets? Sure, you can always send a cloud link, but did you know that your iPhone contains an even more convenient feature that’s perfect for file swapping? Get your photos ready, because we’re going to break down one of the best iPhone features you might not know about.

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Your webcam could be hijacked if you don't change these video call app settings

Being able to hijack a video camera is the ultimate privacy violation — and a threat that security experts are constantly working to prevent. A new flaw was found in one of the most popular teleconferencing apps for Mac. It takes advantage of a flaw in your webcam’s settings to not only hijack your camera but potentially your entire computer! You won’t want to miss this fix to protect your system.

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Recall alert! Check your home for these products

Our inbox has been stuffed with recall alerts this week, including one for an over-the-counter medication that’s probably in your medicine cabinet right now, plus a toy that’s based on the latest “Toy Story” movie … and more.

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See how much time you spend on social media and YouTube

Do you suffer from ‘fear of missing out,’ or FOMO, if you take a break from Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube? If your answer is yes, you may have an addiction to social media. You aren’t alone. A recent survey shows people spend an average of well over two hours per day on social media. There’s a way to track the time you spend on these sites. We’ll show you.

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Trick robocallers with a fake phone number

The robocall epidemic has gotten so bad that that even the federal government is stepping in. But now, you won’t have to wait on the feds or your phone company to save you anymore! A new app has been released that puts the power to block unfamiliar calls right inside our phones. With one program, now you can automatically block robocalls, filter spam, and even redirect unknown calls to a fake number. If you hate robocalls, you won’t want to miss this!

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If you use Slack, you must know about this massive security alert

A popular free collaborative workspace app revealed to the SEC that a bunch of its customers’ messages were vulnerable to organized crime hackers. We’ve got the details and what you should do if you use this popular website and app.

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