The Current powered by Kim Komando

January 24, 2024

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Are you allergic to Wi-Fi? Kim and Andrew chat with Deborah Cooney, who believes that radio waves from tech are so harmful to her health, she moved to the Wi-Fi-free town. Plus, we’ll cover Biden deepfakes, a woman married to a ragdoll, and an important iPhone setting. 

January 23, 2024

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Want to buy the $3,499 Apple Vision Pro? Here’s why you shouldn’t grab a used one. Andrew has a wild online dating story, plus he’ll share a viral trick for weeding out the bad eggs on dating apps. And get this: Elon Musk thinks 1 billion humanoid robots will be on Earth by 2040.

January 19, 2024

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Plus, we’re covering TikTok gardening tips that pros warn are your plants’ worst nightmare. Andrew has a wild story about getting scammed on a dating app. It’s cold outside, so here are some top tricks for staying warm with your tech. And, as always, we’ll be reading your letters!

January 18, 2024

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Plus, I continue with the best of CES 2024. We’ve got everything from Samsung’s ultra-flexible flip phone to a smart cat door that keeps out rats. You won’t want to miss these. Want to make more while spending less? I’ve got the lowdown on Facebook’s Buy Nothing groups and a unique tip: turn your backyard into a money-making dog park!

January 17, 2024

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Plus, CES 2024 has arrived, and I’m diving into this year’s top tech picks, like Samsung’s new robot Ballie and Kohler’s bidet that you can talk to. Also, be sure not to miss my conversation with Christopher Stott, CEO of Lonestar, a startup that’s sending data servers to the moon!

January 16, 2024

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Plus, it’s your pet versus AI — scientists reveal who’s really man’s best friend. Hear how Natalie Nasatka’s quick thinking with her Apple Watch turned life-saving. Also, Zillow’s latest report is out, and it’s the smaller towns, not big cities, that are grabbing the real estate spotlight.

January 15, 2024

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Plus, AI chatbots will be a big deal in the upcoming elections — and it’s not good news. I also talk with Cathy from North Carolina about real and fake money-making apps. There’s more: I’ll clue you in on the four times you really should change your password.

January 12, 2024

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Plus, don’t miss Andrew’s epic showdown with a Gmail hacker — spoiler: he wins! We’ve also got some killer tips to level up your tech life. And get this: video ads in shopping carts are now a thing, and how you text might just show if you’re keeping up with Gen Z. 

January 11, 2024

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Plus, I chat to Professor Scott Galloway about his views that Gen Z should be educated on mating dynamics — especially with sexbots on the rise. I’ll also show you how to spot phony retail sites, introduce a woman who turns her dating app matches into music, and highlight ChatGPT Plus’s new file analysis tool. Don’t miss out.

January 10, 2024

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Plus, TikTok’s Jacob Knowles takes us from lobster traps to social media fame. Get the scoop on Apple’s “Scary Fast” event. Boston Dynamics’ robotic dog turns into a chatty tour guide with ChatGPT, and hackers solve a $200 million Bitcoin riddle.

January 9, 2024

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Plus, there’s a fresh term to catch up on: Artificial General Intelligence, or AGI. Let’s unpack it together. Guys, your phone might be doing more than pinging notifications — it could be affecting sperm counts. Stay for the scoop on doorbell cameras and a quick way to tackle those lengthy privacy policies.

January 8, 2024

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Plus, are you a chronic snoozer? Here’s why hitting that button isn’t as bad as you think. Caller Jeffrey wonders, is it safe to share email addresses through QR codes? Despite rumors, find out why X (formerly Twitter) isn’t going away, and the scoop on California canceling GM’s self-driving taxi service.

January 5, 2024

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Plus, hear about a man who tattoos his online trolls’ faces on himself in a unique payback plot. Do you lurk on your ex’s social profiles? I reveal the science behind why we do it — even if it’s not good for you. Also, Amazon shopping hacks for snagging deals and tips to ace voice typing.

January 4, 2024

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Plus, I offer advice to caller Bob from Atlanta on how to fight a false Amazon counterfeit claim. I also reveal the weird way a Caribbean island plans to earn $30 million from AI. Find out the science behind the “six degrees of separation”, and learn which apps are looking in.  

January 3, 2024

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Plus, Mozilla’s *Privacy Not Included project investigated the data collected by 25 top car brands — and it’s a lot! I discuss the shocking findings with Program Director Jen Caltrider. Google’s new policy on first-time advertisers, and Mercedes’ builds a Tesla competitor.

January 2, 2024

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Plus, I chat with Bloomberg reporter Zeke Faux, who traced a text scam targeting him all the way to a human trafficking ring in Cambodia. A new scheme threatening to leak personal s*x tapes, the rising costs of high-speed internet, and must-know AI terms. 

January 1, 2024

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Plus, wonder what really goes down with your car at the mechanic’s? I’m talking car cams — could be just the thing you need. I’ll also be sharing some tips with June from Knoxville on how to document her past adventures as a police officer. And get this: a really cool plant ID tool.

December 29, 2023

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Plus, pro TikTok tips that you don’t want to miss. We discuss a unique hiring method: the “coffee cup test.” Also, discover a simple hack to enjoy YouTube videos with the screen off and access captions on any app on your phone.

December 28, 2023

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Plus, it’s almost 2024. I’ll be listing my top tech resolutions for this year, and Komando Content Queen Allie joins in! Also, California bans this ultra-weird product from Amazon — and yes, it involves donkeys. Peloton tablet goes obsolete, and I’ve got five tech holiday road trip tips.

December 27, 2023

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Plus, I chat with Heather Hooks, an online reseller who turned $300 into a $1 million business. Listen to this story for side-hustle inspo! Also, a guy convinced a chatbot to sell him a Chevy Tahoe for $1. Rite Aid gets a five-year AI ban, and a gal makes a cringey laptop discovery. 

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