When you get a hotel room you expect privacy, right? That’s why not everyone is happy about Amazon and Marriott hotels teaming up. By this summer, all hotel rooms will have Alexa. Listen to this Consumer Tech Update as Kim explains how it will work and raises questions we all should be asking.
5 essentials when buying a connected car
We all like to stay connected. We sync up our gadgets and phones. We use smart technology in our places of work, and even in our homes. And guess what? That same connectivity and convenience are quickly becoming a standard feature in our cars too.
In fact, with all their features, functions, sensors and connections, newer smart cars are like big tech gadgets themselves!
Of course, cars have come a long way since the Ford Model T. Bluetooth capabilities, rear-view cameras, navigation systems and zoned temperature controls are just a few of the ways our vehicles have improved in the past few years.
But as usual, better technology means better options. As car technology constantly improves, connected cars are now offering even more exciting features that you won’t believe.
If you’re in the market for a connected smart car, here are five essential features to consider:
1. Telematics
One of the current buzzwords for connected cars is something called telematics.
What is telematics? Simply put, it’s a connected system that can monitor your vehicle’s behavior remotely.
With the help of a GPS system, computers, sensors, onboard diagnostic systems and telecommunication technology (like the one you use for your cellphone), telematics can collect and send your car’s vital data to a centralized management network.
In fact, telematics is already being widely used by various industries like delivery, towing, and public transport to monitor entire fleets of vehicles.
This data may include your car’s location, speed, mileage, tire pressure, fuel use, braking, engine/battery status, driver behavior and more.
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Are you thinking about your Christmas shopping list yet? How about Super Bowl 52?
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There’s nothing more important than the safety of a child.
With so many dangers out in the real world, it’s extremely important to keep our loved ones safe at home. Today’s technology can be a great resource in keeping kids safe.
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Have you cut the cord yet? Are you familiar with that expression?
You’ve probably been hearing that term a lot lately, including on Komando.com. It refers to people cutting the cord on cable TV or satellite TV.
Two U.S. Senators demand answers to Amazon Echo & Alexa’s eavesdropping
After a family proved that Alexa was listening in on private conversations, two U.S. Senators want answers from Amazon. Listen to this Consumer Tech Update as Kim asks why they want answers from Amazon.
Is Amazon’s Alexa listening and recording more than you realize?
Is Alexa spying on you? Your personal voice assistant might be a double agent. It works for you by answering questions and making life easier. She’s also working for Amazon collecting information. You can listen to everything Amazon has stored away and delete your past. You might have growing privacy concerns. In this free Komando on Demand podcast, you’ll hear how to listen to everything you have said to Alexa and how to the delete the recordings.
7 facts about Big Tech and money
Every quarter, publicly traded companies report how much money they’ve made. Big Tech is made up of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google and Microsoft. Here are seven stunning facts about these companies.
Amazon's incredible first quarter of 2018 revenue
Each quarter when the time comes to report on business earnings, we take a step back and marvel at Amazon. First quarter sales are typically the lowest across the board, but not for this retail giant. Sales are astounding!
Amazon Alexa for kids
Building on the success of the Amazon Echo and Alexa, there’s now a kids’ version called the Echo Dot Kids Edition. But for parents, the question is: Do you really think it’s a good idea to put one of these in your child’s room?
Everything you need to steal a car is available on Amazon and eBay
Next time you park your car think about this: Everything someone needs to steal your vehicle in less than two minutes is for sale on Amazon and eBay. They can find the two most common and inexpensive electronic devices they’ll need. Do you know what they are?
The Amazon effect at $14 per hour
Amazon has dramatically changed our lives, there is no doubt about that. But the question is: Exactly how has it changed us? Amazon Prime now has one hundred million members. Yet Amazon employees make an average of $14 per hour. How come?
Why Apple's HomePod is in real trouble
HomePod is Apple’s much-publicized competition to Amazon’s best seller, the Amazon Echo. Since its very recent introduction, HomePod sales have been nothing less than dismal. The word is out that it’s real trouble. But here’s why you might want to buy one anyway.
What's next for Amazon? Anything it wants!
In the history of business, there’s never been anything like Amazon. The closest you can come is probably Sears. They revolutionized retail a hundred years ago. Back then, Sears called itself “The World’s largest Store.” But it’s Amazon that’s uniquely poised to become the world’s largest business.
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