December 1, 2020
Tons of news reporters think we’ll see a spike in COVID-19 cases because of Thanksgiving travel. But travelers aren’t the only super-spreaders. Here are some places you’ve got to watch out for.
Every so often, Kim likes to gift an hour of the national radio show — commercial free and ready to listen to on your schedule. The show airs on more than 400 stations across the U.S. and on demand. Kim dives into all things shopping to help you find the best tech gifts for everyone on your list. From the tech obsessed to the tech-phobic, you’ll find just the right present. This is just 1 hour of the 12 hours of quality programming available only to Komando Community members each month. Sign up so you never miss a thing! Right now, get 40% off when you sign up for one year at getkim.com. Use code CYBER40.
November 30, 2020
This just in: Scientists just found the exact amount of time you have to exercise in a day to make up for time spent in front of a screen. Spoiler alert: You’re not going to like it!
November 29, 2020
A common scam making the rounds is the “Secret Sister” gift exchange. It’s taking over social media newsfeeds again this year. Here’s how to watch out for it!
November 28, 2020
Three years ago, hikers found a man dead in a tent. To this day, no one knows who he is. Today Kim’s tackling the captivating mystery of the man known as “Mostly Harmless.”
November 27, 2020
Amazon boxes are on porches across America. Sadly, so are the porch pirates. Here’s how to outsmart them!
In this best of episode, Kim sits down with a good friend of the Komando Show, Howard Scott Warshaw. He’s notorious for creating what’s regarded as the worst video game in history. A little hard on the ego, huh? Well, he’s definitely bounced back. Howard and Kim talk about his start at Atari, how he became the therapist for all of Silicon Valley’s movers and shakers, and how to cope with the pandemic blues.
November 26, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving! Welcome to the Christmas shopping season. Here are some of the best deals to watch out for.
In this best of episode, Kim chats with author and computer scientist Jaron Lanier — one of the founding fathers of virtual reality — about what it could look like if we truly had control over our info online. You may think advertising runs the internet, but the big data behind it is where the real profits come from. We’re being followed all around the internet and tracked where we go through our phones, watches, tablets, cars, smart speakers and a multitude of other devices. If Big Tech can cash in on our data, why can’t we?
November 25, 2020
In this best of episode, Kim dives into the world of automated cars. Self-driving cars aren’t some crazy future tech … They’re here now. That raises some questions. Do they actually work? Is it safe? Is it worth shelling out $8,000 for Tesla’s “full self-driving” option? To find out, Kim sat down with Consumer Report’s Head of Connected and Automated Vehicle Testing. Hop in and buckle up.
November 24, 2020
We live in a world of huge video displays. Maybe that’s why people find Apple’s iPhone 12 so refreshing. Although it’s small, it packs a huge punch!
In this special episode of Tech Refresh, Kim joins Mike’s team in Brand New or Not True. Can Allie, Ben and Cassidy fool them? Plus, the tech getting the Komando team through 2020, PlayStation and Xbox scams and practical ways to manage all those passwords.
Twitter rolled out a brand-new feature for everyone — tweets that disappear after 24 hours, with a clever name “fleets” as in fleeting thoughts. The only problem? It doesn’t work.
November 23, 2020
Passwords are a pain, but they’re worth the struggle. Finding a strong password can be tough, but I’ve got you covered. Here’s what NOT to do!
November 22, 2020
This past week, Amazon sent a lighting bolt straight through America’s biggest pharmacy chains. Here why: The company announced it’s going into the drugstore business, too.
November 21, 2020
Planning on a virtual Thanksgiving? I’ve got your back. Here’s just what to do — and how it works!
November 20, 2020
Dive into the week in tech news with Allie, Ben, Cassidy and host Mike. Amazon’s online pharmacy is here, but think twice before you order. Plus, Twitter jumps on the stories bandwagon, Baby Yoda climbs aboard a SpaceX ship and Chrome’s new update is the biggest performance booster in years. The team talks holiday shopping (have you started yet?) and see if Mike can keep up his winning streak in Brand New or Not True.
Former Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer’s been out of the limelight for three years. Now she’s back with a new company called Sunshine.
Dive into the week in tech news with Allie, Ben, Cassidy and host Mike. Amazon’s online pharmacy is here, but think twice before you order. Plus, Twitter jumps on the stories bandwagon, Baby Yoda climbs aboard a SpaceX ship and Chrome’s new update is the biggest performance booster in years. The team talks holiday shopping (have you started yet?) and see if Mike can keep up his winning streak in Brand New or Not True.