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Kim’s picks to outsmart break-ins

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Your home should be your safe place, not a bull’s-eye.

I’ve tested every kind of security gear you can think of, and these are the real deal. No monthly fees. No gimmicks. Just solid, reliable protection for your front door, your mailbox, your garage and everything in between.

1. 🔒 Seven-in-one smart lock ($80, 43% off)

Unlock with your fingerprint, phone, code, a key and more. Psst … this $60 discount won’t last long.

2. 📦 Head-to-toe wireless doorbell camera ($55, 15% off)

Catch porch pirates red-handed. Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and stores up to 128GB of video on a local SD card.

3. ☀️ Solar motion sensor lights ($20 four-pack, 44% off)

Shine a spotlight on creepers (or raccoons) the second they step into your yard. Weatherproof and heatproof.

4. 🚨 Remote-control alarms ($22 two-pack, 28% off)

Stick these little sensors on doors, windows, gates (your choice), and get an instant alert when someone tries to sneak in.

5. 💡 Light bulb security camera ($40, 20% off)

Screws in like a normal light bulb. Tracks motion, records in color at night and sounds an alarm if something’s off.

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Dressing up your kitchen

🧂 My pick: Electric salt & pepper grinder (29% off)

Spice things up (literally). Adjust from powdery to chunky, without the wrist workout. Makes for a great housewarming gift.

🥗 Salad spinner (20% off): If your salad still drips, you’re doing it wrong. Double drainage means faster prep.

Olive oil sprayers (12% off, two-pack): Pour or spritz, it’s your call. Comes with labels so you won’t confuse oil for vinegar

🔥 Reusable oven liners (31% off, two-pack): These heavy-duty mats will save you from scrubbing baked-on disasters.

Glass meal prep containers (15% off): Stackable, leak-proof and microwave-safe. Packing lunch just got easier.

🛒 The shortcut aisle: Stroll over to my Amazon page for 30+ kitchen lifesavers that’ll save time and sanity.

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Meet Dr. ChatGPT: How to use AI for health

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We’ve all done it: Googled our rashes. Now we ask AI, like it or not. Here’s how to do it the safe way.

🧯 Firewall files exposed: You might not know what SonicWall is, but if your company backs up firewall settings to the cloud, they’re in a massive breach. SonicWall says every single cloud backup got exposed. Yikes. Forward this to your IT lead and check the alert list. It’s one of those “better safe than hacked” situations.

Only 25%

Of sunscreens on store shelves are actually safe and effective. That means proper UVA and UVB protection, without sketchy chemical ingredients. When picking one, stick with a trusted brand and go for SPF 30 or higher, like this one ($10, 25% off). That’ll block about 97% of UV rays. Because hey, no one’s trying to look like leather by 40.

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💬 Hide your WhatsApp status: Planning a surprise and don’t want everyone to know? When creating a status, tap Updates > Add status. In the bottom left, where it says Status (Contacts), choose My contacts except. Pick who shouldn’t see it, hit Done and your secret’s safe.

Millions are falling for fake apps

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Fake AI apps are flooding app stores, stealing logins, and tricking users with bogus reviews. Here’s how to spot them and keep your phone safe.

🛬 iPad turbulence: When a Spirit Airlines flight flew too close to Air Force One over Long Island the other day, air traffic control urgently warned the pilots to turn and finally snapped, “Get off the iPad!” The FAA says the planes maintained a safe distance. Read the entire exchange here. It’s interesting.

🚗 Make sure your car’s safe: About 1 in 5 cars on the road have an open recall that hasn’t been fixed. Check yours at the NHTSA website by choosing your state and entering your license plate number or VIN. FYI: You can also search recalls for tire brands and car seats.

Old iPhone? Turn it into this

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Don’t ditch your old iPhone. From security cam to kid-safe game device, here’s how to give it a second life.

My secret to speedy, safe devices: I use TotalAV to keep my devices safe and running fast. It blocks viruses, cleans out junk and even stops hackers before they strike. Get your first year for just $19 today!

Scammers stole $20k in 90 minutes

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They showed up at his door and then cleaned out his account! Don’t fall for this banking scam, here’s how to stay safe.

🔌 Running out of power outlets? I use multi-plug extenders around my house. Here’s one for under $10 that turns 2 wall outlets into 5. It also adds 4 USB ports, so you can charge multiple devices at once. Oh, and there’s a built-in 1680-joule surge protector to keep your electronics safe. You’re welcome.

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Save voicemails before they disappear

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That cherished voicemail from a loved one isn’t safe forever. Here’s how to save it properly before your phone deletes it for good.

Scammers posing as Uber drivers

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A new scam tricks riders into handing over account access. Here’s how to stay safe.

This setting could save your life

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Your phone could give you a life-saving heads-up before an earthquake hits. Here’s how Android and iPhone users can stay safe.

This is nuts: Two new AI tools, DAILA and DeepDi, let anyone upload an app file and then it will spit out the source code. Translation: An app will reverse engineer another app in seconds. Companies who thought their proprietary code and tech secrets were safe are screwed.

Smart tech for a happy pup

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Bringing home a new puppy? From calming music to treat-tossing pet cams, here are some smart tech tips to keep your dog happy, safe, and connected.

Unblur that photo: AI image upscalers can sharpen your fuzzy pics, but they’re not all reliable or safe. DGB.LOL is a collection of tools that keeps your uploads private and deletes them from its servers after 24 hours. It’s free, too. Score.

Is cellphone radiation really safe?

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Robert F. Kennedy is catching heat for warning about cellphone radiation. But is he right? Here’s the scoop.