Watch what you say on review sites

Open/download audioHave you ever vented about a negative experience on a review site like Yelp? Be careful: You could get sued. Here’s what speaking your mind on the web can lead to.

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Amazon issues warning about fake products you might have purchased

Amazon has long fought an uphill battle when it comes to banning shady sellers and counterfeit merchandise from its platform. Now, Amazon is warning customers that one of their recent purchases could be fake, and to discard it immediately.

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Teen sexting

Making sure you teach your kids about online safety is important but you can never be too careful. This can come down to even the way they talk to their friend through text. Here is what to watch out for.

You might be owed $20,000 in the Equifax settlement -- file your claim now

In 2017, Equifax experienced a major data breach that’s been described as one of the worst in history. Well, for those affected by the unprecedented breach, the score is about to be settled. The FTC and Equifax have finally agreed to compensate millions of Americans that had their data leaked — with some even qualifying for thousands of dollars in reimbursements for costs incurred after the attack.

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How to make your iPhone fingerprint reader work every time

Fingerprint readers are one of the perks of modern smartphones. You no longer have to worry if you forget your Apple password or your phone’s unlock code. Your fingertip is your ticket into your iPhone. But the technology isn’t without its frustrations.

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How to remove your personal data from broker sites and protect your privacy online

You might be shocked to see how much of your personal info is floating around online. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. We’ll show you how to keep your private information locked down and how to remove it from data broker sites that store and sell your details.

Don't fall for this Facebook hoax that's making the rounds again

It bears repeating that Facebook is one of the top hubs for disinformation on the web. A perfect example of how hoaxes flourish on Facebook is the re-emergence of a classic bit of fake news. A viral post claims that starting “tomorrow,” Facebook now owns every bit of content that you’ve posted. If you’re any bit familiar with Facebook’s privacy policy, you’ll know the story doesn’t hold up, but we’re debunking this hoax here so you can spend less time worrying and more time socializing!

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Yes, now there are actual flamethrowers you can attach to drones

Drones are one of those inventions that people from 20 years ago would have never seen coming. Sure, many of us anticipated robots to be present in some form, but nobody could have expected that they’d be able to fly. Now, for the first time, drones will be able to do something for ordinary consumers that they’ve never been able to do officially: shoot fire. Is our society really ready for flying, flame-spitting robots? Or is the whole thing bound to crash and burn?

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How the 'happiest place on earth' tracks guests and makes money from your data

Does the thought of your every movement being tracked creep you out? If you visit “The Happiest Place On Earth,” it’s happening. Disney is collecting data on guests who visit its amusement parks. We’ll tell you how they do it without drawing the consumer backlash that has hit other companies like Google and Facebook.

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The new Komando Community is here! Join to get exclusive access to all things Kim Komando

Kim has been secretly planning something big for her audience, and she’s very excited to announce it’s here! If you’re tired of ad-filled social media, and you want a safe place where you can meet people with similar interests, you are going to love Komando Community.

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New ways AT&T, Sprint, Verizon & T-Mobile are taking on robocalls

In the ongoing battle against robocalls, mobile phone carriers are making changes to try and help consumers stop the assaults. Unfortunately, no matter what these companies do the fight against robocalls is a losing battle. Criminals always find new ways to beat the system.

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