Two big mergers happened in the last two days, and neither of them is good for you and me. With At&T taking over Time Warner and Comcast buying 20th Century Fox, we’re about to start paying more for our entertainment. Kim explains it all in this Consumer Tech Update.
Should you give your DNA to testing companies?
DNA testing companies promise to break down your genetic code if you send them a sample of saliva. They’re making billions, but at what cost to your privacy? Listen to this free Consumer Tech Update podcast for more on why you need to pay attention to their terms and conditions.
The Problem with Hillary Clinton running Facebook
Hillary Clinton had an interesting answer to the question of where she would like to be a CEO. Without hesitation she said Facebook. In this Consumer Tech Update, Kim shares why Mrs. Clinton’s answer is raising eyebrows and why it really wouldn’t be a good idea.
On Facebook, who actually owns your digital data?
Facebook’s been using your personal data to make money for years. Now one user has uncovered just how valuable your data is. But whose data is it once you share it? Listen to my free Consumer Tech Update for more on this million dollar question.
Harsh reality of today’s self-driving cars
Are you excited for self-driving cars? The thought of basically having your very own autonomous chauffeur? Don’t get too worked up! I think it’s going to be a while. Click here to listen to my Consumer Tech Update and I’ll tell you why.
A Pause to reflect on Memorial Day
Kim’s sharing her thoughts on three powerful words; duty, honor and selflessness. On this Memorial Day we honor those who died fighting for our freedom. They embody those words. What if other Americans did the same? Click here to listen to my Consumer Tech Update.
The Big Problem with crowd source funding
Crowdfunding has gone mainstream, but how do you know who’s sincere and who’s not? A start-up company just walked off with over $3 million, leaving investors with nothing. Listen to my Consumer Tech Update to learn more about why I don’t contribute to crowdfunding.
Something troubling is quietly happening at Google
Google promised a business code of conduct when it was established in 2001, with a pretty direct motto “Don’t be evil.” The motto is being erased, is the culture soon to follow? Listen to this Consumer Tech Update for more on Google’s upfront direction.
After the Santa Fe school shooting, Facebook fails to fulfill its promise to stop fake sites
Facebook has a major problem on its hands after fake sites were shared just minutes after the Sante Fe school shooting. Facebook hasn’t been able to keep up. Listen to this Consumer Tech Update for more on the shocking false information being shared and why it’s such a huge concern.
Throwing away your old cellphone could start a 5-alarm fire
It might seem like an easy solution, just toss your old cell phone in the trash. But that act could blow up in your face, literally. Tossing cellphones in the can could result in a massive fire. Click here to listen to this Consumer Tech Update to learn more about why a simple move can have such serious consequences and how doing just one thing could help you avoid tragedy.
Police say no more listening to our scanners
Law enforcement says enough is enough when it comes to the public listening in on their scanner traffic. Their main concern is that criminals are having access to how officers are responding to serious crime scenes. Listen to this Consumer Tech Update for more on why they say going encrypted may be best.
Flying cars? Not so fast!
Uber says it will have flying taxis in under two years. What? A handful of companies are getting on board to make flying cars a reality, but will it really happen any time soon? Click here to listen to this Consumer Tech Update for Kim’s take on the timeline!
Why now is a bad time to buy a new smartphone
We all love new tech, but the trick to buying is all about timing. You don’t want a device that’s about to be replaced by something better. Listen to this Consumer Tech Update for more on where the smartphone market is today!
Why you should not upgrade your iPhone
The new Apple IOS is here – Why you should not update yet.