August 6, 2020
Are you one of the millions who frequently misplace their iPhone and then use “Find My iPhone” to hunt it down? If you are, the National Security Agency has serious news for you.
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August 5, 2020
Facebook is getting to heat for removing political ads after so-called fact-checkers complain. But, while Facebook is consumed with politics, you won’t be believe what’s allowed to remain on the site.
August 4, 2020
Troves of data are collected about you, but where does it all go? Believe it or not, retailers, insurance companies, potential employers and more use it to make judgments about you. I’ll tell you how it works.
What do you do when you get a physical check? Say goodbye to driving to the bank to deposit it. Now, you can just fire up your banking app, sign, snap a few pictures and that’s it. But do you know how to set yourself up to bank online the safe way? Kim’s got all the steps you need to know.
August 3, 2020
The most effective way to get accurate news? A combination of local and national radio, television and newspapers, along with trusted sites online and experienced commentators and opinion writers. And then there’s social media.
August 2, 2020
Before the new workweek begins, let’s make sure you’re getting the internet connection speeds that you’re paying for. Give me 30 seconds of your time.
August 1, 2020
Before the pandemic, you may have planned a big Saturday night to go out and see the newest Hollywood blockbuster at a local movie theater. COVID changed that and wait until hear how much it’ll soon cost to stream a new release at home.
July 31, 2020
Americans all over are receiving packages in the mail from China that, on the surface, look like jewelry is inside. What’s really going on is an e-commerce scam called brushing.
July 30, 2020
There are 15 billion stolen logins swirling around the Dark Web, and you can bet at least one of yours is included. Kim dives into this mysterious, insidious corner of the internet with security consultant and convicted hacker Kevin Mitnick. Hear five shocking, scary and totally true stories of dangers lurking on the Dark Web. From Navy sailors to 16-year-old students, anyone can be a target. Luckily, Kim is here to guide you with practical ways to protect yourself.
July 29, 2020
Webster’s defines gaslighting as a form of psychological manipulation, distorting the truth to confuse or instill doubt — until the other person questions reality. Which brings me to the Big Tech CEOs, testifying yesterday before the United States Congress.
With most people working from home, are you working more hours? A new Microsoft study answers that question.
July 28, 2020
Siri, Alexa, Cortana and all the other smart assistants are helpful, but they’re far from human sounding. One tech company is looking to change that with realistic synthetic voices.
It doesn’t matter if you bring in millions a year or put all your effort into just keeping your small business running — you need to market your business online. With so many digital channels, how do you get the most bang for your digital marketing buck? Kim talks to Jeremy Wood of Hootsuite about using social media to connect with your audience. Mike Huber of Vertical Measures tells us about using social media to build an “owned” audience.
July 25, 2020
We know the Chinese have been stealing American technology for decades. But is Amazon doing the same thing?
July 24, 2020
If you think that your iPhone camera is great now, wait till you hear what Apple is planning next. This camera won’t just rival that built into phones like the Galaxy S20 Ultra — it’s even better.
Businesses have closed for good. Many people are struggling with the idea of months more of working from home. Others are still out of a job. The pandemic shows no signs of slowing down in some cities. Times are stressful, so Kim is taking a look at how technology can help you slow down, relax and release the stress.
July 23, 2020
Owning a bar or restaurant has always been risky. The chances of it failing are very high — even in the best of times. But now it’s the worst of times, and America’s restaurants and bars are being literally wiped out.
July 22, 2020
We’ve known for decades that people are often more aggressive online than in person. But now, research from Michigan State and California State Universities proves what we already suspected: The heaviest users of social media really are trolls.
July 21, 2020
“How long will I be working from home?” This is the question asked every morning by hundreds of millions. The management of Zoom thinks it has the answer — and it’s one you won’t like.
Have you ever had a dream of selling everything for the freedom of the open road? How would you get the internet or entertainment like TV? What about email and staying in touch with family? Regular vacations are off the table this summer, but RVs have never been hotter. This is the story of Jackie and Hal, a couple that sold everything to live in an RV that they fondly call the bus. Learn how they did it, from buying the right RV to making their marriage work 24/7 in a small confined space.