Everyday life has changed amid the coronavirus crisis, and it can be pretty boring being on lockdown. If you don’t have access to any streaming services because money is tight, or you’ve watched everything worth seeing on the platform you do have, don’t miss this. In this Komando DIY, we have the five best free, legitimate streaming sites for you to check out. You can thank us later.
How to watch ‘Die Hard’ and all your other favorite Christmas movies this season
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It’s time to revive an important annual debate: Is “Die Hard” a Christmas movie? We could argue about this all day — but if you go to Netflix, you’ll discover a shocking lack of “Die Hard” to use as evidence. ‘Tis the season to be thankful, though: If you use ExpressVPN, you can access a Netflix library where “Die Hard” is actually available.
Sadly, some movies and TV shows only stream in certain countries, so you’re stuck with whatever Americans are allowed to watch. Ever wanted to watch movies that stream overseas? Then you know the frustration when border controls throw you off.
Luckily, that won’t be a problem anymore once you use ExpressVPN. You can change your IP address so you can control where sites think you’re located. Choose from almost 100 different countries. Just think about all the Netflix libraries you can go through!
Let’s use “Die Hard” as an example. Right now, it’s not streaming on American Netflix due to an agreement with Hulu. However, that agreement extends through American soil only — it doesn’t hold weight in New Zealand, for example.
Whether you’re looking for titles on Netflix, Disney+, BBC or HBO, consider using ExpressVPN for all your streaming needs. It’s super easy: Just fire up the ExpressVPN app, change your location, refresh Netflix and that’s it! Voilà! You can now watch “Die Hard” — or a ton of other classics — because your account thinks you’re overseas.
Some VPNs slow you down and make streaming a drag, but not ExpressVPN. It’s ridiculously fast, so you won’t have to deal with annoying buffering.
Copyright laws can be frustrating to work around, but when you change your VPN to anywhere in the world, they’re much less restrictive. With ExpressVPN, all you have to do is change your setting and you’ll be able to watch the same shows as someone halfway across the world.
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Check out this reusable, affordable mask as effective as an N95
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At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers made a mad rush to their local hardware stores for N95 masks. Of all the common masks you can buy, N95 masks are the only ones that are actually capable of filtering out the novel coronavirus and protecting the wearer.
Tech Refresh: Podcast pro tips, Alexa prank, Windows nightmare
Trying to get your podcast off the ground? Kim and Allie are joined by Paul Colligan, a podcast industry pro who helps new shows flourish. Plus, Kim pranked Barry with an Alexa trick you’ll want to try, too, and an essential update for Windows users.
Get hired as a transcriptionist
Are you a quick typist? With a computer and a pair of high-quality headphones, you can get an at-your-own-pace job as a transcriptionist with relative ease.
TV shows, doctors and industries all over the world need to keep a well-documented record of their activity. Instead of transcribing the text in-house, however, they’ll usually outsource their transcription to a third party.
Best DVRs for cord cutters you can buy
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.
Tech Refresh: Crypto hits $2.1T, UPS scam, quick tech hacks
Cryptocurrency shows no sign of slowing down, and there’s a list of mining scam apps you need to know about. Plus, a new phishing email campaign is using the UPS and a really clever tactic to fool people. And Kim and the gang have three smart tech tips you’ll wish you knew sooner.
Virtual concerts: How livestream acts are taking over the internet
There really is nothing like a concert. The feeling of the music, the energy, the sound. Then the pandemic hit. Musicians are taking their acts digital, and you’re probably wondering what all the hype is about. We brought in Stephen White, CEO of StageIt, a web-based venue that hosts live shows via webcam. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to brag that you know everything about virtual concerts and how to make the most out of them.
Best 5 shows you haven't streamed yet
We’ve got more time to watch TV than ever before. That means you might have already blown through your “Must Watch” list. Or maybe you just finished an amazing show and you’re looking to rekindle that spark. Either way, this episode is perfect for anyone wondering what to watch next. Kim sits down with an entertainment expert and tells you just what to watch based on your favorites. You don’t want to miss this!
Feeling stressed? Tech to help you relax
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.
How lies survive on social media
Radio shows like mine, newspapers, magazines and virtually every other form of media are held accountable for publishing something libelous, false or dangerous. That’s not the case for social media platforms, and I say it’s time for that to end.
5 apps to help you find TV shows to binge watch
Streaming services have changed the way we watch TV. Instead of settling in to watch the newest episode of your favorite show as it airs, we now watch on our schedules or even binge watch entire seasons in one go. But this convenience comes with a downside: It’s tough to keep track of when your favorite shows air. Kim and co-host Mike have five apps to help manage your binge watching so you don’t miss a thing.
Digital signs your significant other is cheating
Late nights at work, texting more often and other suspicious behaviors from a spouse are telltale signs they might be cheating. Is it an affair or is it something else? In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim shows you technology to help you find out if your spouse is fooling around. You’ll hear from award-winning author, educator and private investigator Larry Kaye about the ethics of investigating a spouse or significant other.
Best apps to manage what you watch on TV
Streaming services have completely changed the way we watch TV. Long gone are the days when new programs launch in the fall, run for 22 weeks, wrap in the spring and go into reruns over the summer. With networks, premium cable channels and streaming services producing original content, there’s no longer a set schedule. It’s hard to keep track of when your favorite shows air. Kim and her co-host Mike James have five apps to help manage your binge watching so you don’t miss a thing.
Even with smartphones, YouTube and instagram, generation Z is bored
If you’re like most adults, you assume that young people never experience boredom. Which shows just how disconnected you may be. Let’s call generation Z the people born between 1998 to 2010 who have never lived without internet, smartphones and constant connectivity. Yet, they’re bored. But why?
Is Facebook losing its appeal?
Facebook has seen its fair share of bad news lately. Between fake election news and surveys on whether to let pedophiles use the site, it seems users are done with it. Now, a new study shows just how much support Facebook is losing.