In this week’s show, I talk to a researcher who can buy your health data for as little as 6 cents. Plus, Elon Musk’s China tweet, why eBay and PayPal might be asking for your Social Security number, an iPhone feature thieves love and the LastPass hack gets worse. And how much social media sites plan to charge those willing to upgrade.
Kim Komando Today podcast: Matt's list of cool products going viral
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On the most recent Friday edition of Kim Komando Today, I shared products I’ve seen repeatedly on social media. Honestly, I want them all — and I know you will too.
If you try any of them out, let me know! Email podcasts@komando.com.
Simple solution to cutting boxes
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Have a ton of cardboard boxes sitting in the garage? Cutting them up with a utility knife is a pain, and using scissors takes forever. This is the best of both worlds: cordless electric scissors. It will cut through those boxes like butter.
An innovative way to staple papers
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Whenever I need to staple something, I realize I never bought staples. That’s why this stapleless stapler is so cool. It cuts a notch in your papers, then folds them together. You can “staple” up to five sheets. Plus, you will never need to buy staples again.
Convenient water bottle
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Want a fun side job? 5 off-the-wall ways to make money online
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Want to work from home? There are countless creative things you can do to earn money. We rounded up five fun and unconventional ways to make money online.
After all, you don’t have time to research every off-the-wall job. Searching for “weird ways to make money fast” or “best ways to earn money on the side” will take a long time. If you struggle to find accurate search results, use these five Google research tips.
How NOT to sound dumb online: Common mistakes and grammar fixes
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The early days of social media were a place to keep in touch with classmates, friends and family. It’s devolved into a frenzy of privacy invasion, targeted advertising, trolls and fake news. Surprisingly, these are still the most popular digital platforms worldwide.
Free app to quickly remove your pics and posts on Facebook, Twitter and more
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Kim couldn’t tell you how many messages and emails she has gotten over the years asking the same question: “How can I delete myself from the internet?” Sadly, you can’t. Not really. There’s just too much out there.
The cost of using the internet goes up
Will all basic social media features go from free to costing a fee? Here’s why the outlook isn’t great, in one minute.
Today, the US Supreme Court hears the internet's most important case ever
Should social media outlets like Facebook, Yelp, and Instagram be held responsible for slander on their platforms? The Supreme Court is tackling this issue, and I’ll explain it in just 60 seconds.
TikTok's dirty little viral secret exposed
Do you still trust social media companies? Maybe TikTok’s newest scandal will change your mind. Here’s a one-minute recap.
Stupid parents and stupid TikTok challenges
Why do parents give their children unfettered access to social media? Horrible things like this can happen. Here’s my take, in 60 seconds.
Cruel TikTok scam, Seattle vs. social media, Airbnb update
Plus, teens are diagnosing themselves with serious illnesses they found on TikTok, get better sleep with these podcasts and signs your phone or computer is infected with a keylogger. Oh, and men, stop putting your smartphone in your pants pocket!
January 14th, 2023
In this week’s show, Microsoft is spending $10 billion to make game-changing AI even smarter, and there’s a social media lawsuit you need to know about. Plus, a nasty scam targeting widows, signs your phone or computer is infected with a keylogger, and five things you need to stop buying in 2023. And a secret way to get ahold of someone whose phone is on Do Not Disturb. That and much more, plus all your calls and questions.
Lawsuit against social media you should know about
Why are Seattle’s public schools suing social media giants? The answer might surprise you. Here’s the full story, in one minute.
Update your iPhone, find hidden spy cams, Amazon saving tips
The Supreme Court takes on social media, why to delete Kaspersky, Facebook is in trouble, NFTs are over, pilotless air taxis, worst text scams and life-saving tech. Plus, how to make sure Amazon Alexa isn’t recording everything you say and find hidden spy cameras.
Porn scams, new humanoid robot, grow taller with $150k legs
Plus, fast charger secrets, feds crack down on social media censorship, how to find the best router and the best way to keep your cell phone number private.
Fan sues Tom Brady, book best airline seats, 5 TV mistakes
Plus, the SEC charges a crew of social media influencers with $100 million for fraud, Elon Musk sells 22 million shares of Tesla stock in three days, most people relate more with online strangers than real-life friends and this hidden Google Map feature shows everywhere you’ve been.
Secret Santa wine scam on social media
Holiday shopping is in full swing. So are online thieves, unfortunately. Here’s all you need to know, in 60 seconds.
Why the era of Facebook is ending
Remember when MySpace was the world’s top social media site? Now it’s faded into obscurity. Here’s why Facebook could be next, in 60 seconds.
Tech tip: How to find anyone’s email address online
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Keeping up with your inbox feels never-ending some days. Between work, your personal life, and all that spam, you might have hundreds of emails to sift through.
Is junk mail getting you down? Do something about it. Spending a little time once will save you from clicking “trash” all day. Tap or click for five simple ways to stop spam.
Smugglers on social media, Meta meltdown, Facebook privacy tips
Scared of Apple AirTag stalkers? Here’s how to sniff out creeps who are tracking you. Plus, watch out for this TSA scam, hide your phone number and email on Facebook, fix your charging issues and why Meta is melting down. Also, smugglers are using Snapchat and TikTok to recruit Americans into driving migrants from the border into the U.S.
Dark Web social media, new Apple tech, browser history hack
Want to lose weight? Our social media expert Matt has all the tips you need. Thanks to these apps, his weight loss journey was a success. Plus, hackers are selling verified Twitter and Instagram accounts on the Dark Web, iPad 2022, new foldable iPad with USB-C and a foldable Pixel. Also, you don’t want these mobile searches to end up as part of your history.