Travel can be stressful, and waiting in long lines and struggling through security isn’t a great start to any summer getaway. But airports are getting major upgrades to help travelers navigate terminals more efficiently. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim looks at how airports are trying to ease the burden on travelers.
There are more ways than ever to earn money from home, giving you the power to achieve financial independence. I share how to find legitimate work-from-home opportunities for workers of any interest and skill level. Happy Fourth of July!
You don’t want to miss Amazon’s annual sale. This year it’s expanded to two days, and other retailers are getting in on the fun with their own discounts. That means even better deals on great tech and gadgets for you.
As parents, we teach our kids what behavior is acceptable and what isn’t — that includes what they’re doing online. Find out why I’m saying “no way” to what some researchers are calling “healthy.”
Think back to your first cell phone — now look at your smartphone. I bet you appreciate how far mobile devices have come. But if you’re waiting for the next revolution in wireless, don’t hold your breath.
You’ve probably come to expect targeted advertising based on your online searches, but how else are companies discovering what products and services to market to you? This is what one CEO is saying and why I’m taking it with a grain of salt.
Photos tell the story of who we are, what we see and how we see it. Here are some heartwarming tales of photos lost then found — sometimes years later — thanks to social media. Kim explores how photos shape us and why finding lost pictures can mean so much.
You know your computer, smartphone and tablet are targets for hackers and viruses, but it’s time to add the rest of your smart gadgets to the list. Here’s how to keep everything from your TV to your appliances safe.
You probably don’t think twice before handing over your credit or debit card at a restaurant. But scammers are targeting your favorite places to eat, and it’s putting diner data at risk. I’ll tell you the best way to protect yourself.
Technology is giving us all new ways to stay connected to our neighbors. Whether you’re worried about crime and security, looking to buy or sell items or just want to stay in the know, these sites and apps are your digital connection to what’s happening in your neighborhood.
Google tracks you online and offline, and you may be surprised at how much data there really is on your preferences, browsing history, searches, purchases and more. Here’s an easy way to see what info is stored on Google’s servers.
If webpages aren’t loading, videos are endlessly buffering and using more than one device is a headache, you may not be getting the connection speed you pay for. Before you resign yourself to living with slow internet, use my quick and easy tip to find out if you should be getting more from your provider.
Internet addiction destroys relationships, families, finances, futures and entire lives. How do addicts get hooked? It starts with carefully crafted techniques websites and apps use to keep you coming back again and again. We dive in to how these patterns work and how to break them once and for all.
Drivers are more distracted than ever behind the wheel, and we have smartphones to blame. I’ll tell you just how pervasive — and dangerous — distracted driving is.
If you’ve ever lost your phone, you know the pain of losing hundreds or even thousands of pictures of friends, family, pets, vacations and special occasions. Listen and learn 3 ways to make sure your photos are safe.
Is a weak mobile signal in your home or office driving you up the wall? Boost your service with these tips, including one you can do right now — for free.
Summer is here, and while you’re prepping for a relaxing vacation, hackers are getting ready to take advantage of unsuspecting travelers. Here’s how to keep your data and devices safe no matter where you’re headed.
Are your family’s phones set up for ICE — in case of emergency — contacts? Would an emergency responder know about your child’s severe allergies? Are mom and dad flagged as emergency contacts? Listen and learn how to set these up for everyone in the family.
Why would any employee want to be microchipped? Would you do it? Some see microchipping as the next logical step in employee security and efficiency. Others see it as an invasion of privacy like the classic novel “1984” where Big Brother watches you 24/7. Kim explains the technology behind embedding RFID microchips in our bodies, how some employers in Sweden are already doing it, and how this technology works.
As a vacation property owner, frequent traveler and tech expert, Kim knows a thing or two about hidden cameras. Learn how to spot technology that could invade your privacy before you rent from Vrbo or Airbnb. You have to hear this.
