Beware of Barbie! And more of the unsuspecting gadgets that are listening to you in your home!

Open/download audioForget privacy! Even if you think your home is a safe haven, the “Internet of Things” is taking over and listening to your every move. Smartphones, TV’s, barbie dolls and even crockpots are listening and storing your conversations. All of it prime information for anyone who wants it. Listen to my free podcast to hear what types of appliances are gathering information, where it’s going and what you can do about it.

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Check your charger NOW 98% of phone chargers put users at risk of electric shock or house fires

You’re out and about and suddenly your phone gives you the alerting “low battery” message. You stop at a convenience store and get the cheapest one you can find. Beware! Fake chargers are a huge problem. There is a reason why they are so cheap and it could kill you.

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Komando Dash Cam Pro now with Night Vision!

The new Komando Dash Cam Pro now has night vision! Record video from your card in HD 1080p, even at night. Have the evidence you need in the event of an accident or capture still images from a beautiful scenic drive. Get your Komando Dash Cam Pro in my shop today!

8 sneaky hidden cameras that will fool you, which ones could you spot?

You’ve heard all the scary stories about hidden video cameras. You might remember ESPN reporter Erin Andrews’ story about being spied on in a hotel room – heck, that “hotel peephole” scandal turned into a multimillion-dollar lawsuit.

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How to protect your car from a wireless fob relay attack

You’ve locked your car, but it’s not as safe as you think. Thieves have found a way to use cheap equipment to steal your vehicle. You’ll be shocked when you see how easy it is to gain access without picking locks or breaking windows. Luckily, the solution is simple.

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Use the software that real online private investigators do

Ever wondered what tools real-life private investigators use in their profession? There are tons of free investigative software tools out there you can download and install. This download in particular, however, compiles all the useful ones and throws them into a virtual machine you can take anywhere.

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5 ways to free up space on Windows

Computer storage space has increased over time but so have file sizes! Not to mention the growing popularity of SSD drives and Windows mobile devices, all of which still have limited storage sizes. With all that, you’ll most likely run out of disk space in no time. When this happens, don’t panic.

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How to spot hidden cameras planted by creepy relatives

I read every question you send to me. Here’s one that I received that’s very disturbing. (By the way, if you have a question you’d like me to answer on the show or in a tip, click here to send me your note now.)

Q. Kim, this Christmas, I have to stay with a creepy relative. How can I check to see if he has spy gadgets in the room or the bathroom?

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3 easy ways to stop your gadgets from spying on you

Do you ever get the feeling that you’re being watched? It’s eerie! And if you’ve been around any of these items lately, there’s a chance that someone has been spying on you. We all know potential threats like webcams and baby monitors, but these are items you’ve been overlooking.

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See every open and hidden device that’s connected to your network in seconds

Consider what is connected to your network. You have your computer, tablet, phone, and television, for starters. Unfortunately, there can also be unwanted users connected to your network slowing you down. Wouldn’t it be nice to know who is actually connected? Now you can.

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Teen dies using frayed charging cable

Are you looking to switch or upgrade to a new iPhone? Before you do that, there’s one thing you need to know about, Apple is not keen about using third-party chargers on its gadgets. And for good reason – it can be a matter of life or death.

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