The rare and amazing events happening in space in 2019

Open/download audioSolar & lunar eclipses, planetary flybys, and other rare events in space are making 2019 the year to look skyward. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim looks at all the cool things that are happening in the sky this year that can’t be missed. We talk to renowned astronomer Andrew Fraknoi, professor at the Fromm Institute for Lifelong Learning at San Francisco State University, about what specific events we will see in the sky this year and what’s the best way to view them.

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These phones can be unlocked with nothing more than a photograph

Facial recognition software on our phones is meant to help keep them secure. No one else has our faces, right? Well, it was recently discovered that if would-be snoopers wanted to get into your phone, all they might need is a picture of your face. Can your phone be broken into with little more than a picture? I have the complete list of those that can.

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Scan documents with your Android gadget

The start of the new year brings lots to look forward to, but it also signals the start of a necessary financial task: Taxes. For 2019, resolve to make it easier on yourself by learning how to use your Android phone or tablet as a document scanner.

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How to stop robocalls and telemarketing calls for good

We’ve all been there. The phone starts ringing at the worst possible moment and you pick it up only to hear a pre-recorded voice saying: “Hello. This is a call for …” It’s enough to drive you mad. Those irritating robotic phone calls waste your time peddling everything from car insurance to time shares and political candidates.

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Microsoft makes key change to Windows setup process

Microsoft is finally allowing its users to get rid of one of the most complained-about features in Windows 10. With all the bugs and glitches in this new OS, it’s no surprise they are trying to give in to some user requests. This one change is a pretty big deal and makes using Windows 10 just that much more convenient.

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Do this one thing to protect yourself from phone porting scams

The battle against cybercriminals is always evolving. That’s because when we catch on to their scams, they change them up to find more victims.

This is why we’re always having to come up with more secure ways of protecting our critical information. Can you imagine the damage that could be done if a hacker is able to get access to sensitive data on your smartphone?

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The 5G revolution is coming: Here's what you need to know

There’s been so much talk lately about 5G technology that’s on the way. And for good reason. Compared to 4G, 5G is 20 times faster.

The 5G revolution is also aimed at delivering virtual-reality experiences and bringing more devices online, from sensors and robots to cars and smart-home gadgets. The next generation of wireless tech is handing out some big promises, so in this Komando on Demand podcast, you’ll learn what you need to know about the coming of 5G.

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Real or fake? Take a look at this mysterious foldable smartphone

It seems like foldable phones have been on the horizon for years now. I remember seeing the first prototype way back in 2011. Almost every year since, there has been demonstration after demonstration claiming the impossible has been achieved – only to have nothing actually come to fruition. Well, it seems the wait is finally over, and one company might finally be releasing this marvel of technology. It’s not coming from whom you would expect.

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Work faster and smarter by adding this feature to your computer

If you have ever tried to do a lot of repetitive work on your computer, you find that you quickly run into some limits. Luckily, there’s is a solution that can help boost a procedure you’ve been using for years and can add some new features. This will help you work faster and smarter.

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Yes, there's really a 'Bird Box Challenge' and Netflix says cut it out

Most social-media challenges are just dumb ideas people come up with that, in most cases, result somehow in bodily harm. Well, with the success of the Netflix original movie “Bird Box,” there is yet another one of these stupid challenges, and people are taking it way to far. Not only are they putting themselves at risk, but they have the potential to harm others.

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10 reasons to dump Facebook

Facebook isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, even though we have enough reasons to dump it: privacy issues, privacy issues and — more privacy issues. Last year was one of the roughest for the social media giant, but at 2.2 billion average monthly users, it doesn’t appear to be losing any ground.

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