There’s been so much talk lately about 5G coming in 2019. Compared to 4G, 5G is 20 times faster. It’s also going to revolutionize communication. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the impact 5G is going to have on our technology and it’s more than just faster speeds on our smartphones.
Common tech items millennials have never heard of
If it seems like only a few years ago that pagers, VHS tapes, and floppy discs were everywhere, you are clearly NOT a millennial. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at technology that millennials have never used and maybe have never seen before.
New Year's resolutions for your digital life
So many of us make New Year’s resolutions whether it’s losing weight, getting organized, or learning a new skill. But what about New Year’s resolutions for your digital life? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim offers some resolutions we can all do to help us in our daily digital lives.
What to buy the day after Christmas
Now that all the presents are opened, and the big day is past, let’s look at the top items to buy right now – the day AFTER Christmas. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the top items we should be buying now that Christmas is over from tech to decor.
Holiday depression - And how to fight it
For millions, the holidays are a mixed bag of emotions, including anxiety and depression. And as it turns out, social media may be partly to blame. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at new research about stress and anxiety that people feel during the holidays and what people can do about it.
Amazon's Alexa shares private conversations with strangers
It’s no secret that our convenient digital voice assistants like Amazon Echo record and save our commands. But what if your conversations were sent to a stranger? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at a story about Amazon Alexa sending private conversations to a stranger.
Amazon's Alexa can now predict what you'll do next
Amazon’s Alexa can now remind you to turn off the lights and feed the dog. Is this a great breakthrough or just plain creepy? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at a new feature of the Amazon Alexa that can learn your behavior and then predict what you’re going to do next.
Social media becomes more popular than newspapers
There used to be a time when we’d trust everything we read in newspapers, saw on the evening news and read on a website. Now, Americans are getting their news from a whole new source. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at how social media has become the new source of news for most Americans.
Can you depend upon Alexa to call 911?
You can depend on smart speakers like Alexa to tell you the weather, turn off the lights and order an Uber, but can you depend on them in case of an emergency? In this Consumer Tech Update podcast, Kim gives you her thoughts on the matter.
Will you pay $2000 for the new type of smartphone?
Smartphone sales are declining. Better cameras, larger screens, and faster chips are not innovative enough to keep customers upgrading their phones. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the next big leap smartphone makers are taking to bring in revenue but at a potentially huge cost to consumers.
Don't let laptop spyware listen to your conversations
We all know to cover up our webcams with tape so hackers can’t see what we’re doing. One laptop manufacturer took this a step further. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim talks about how one laptop manufacturer is taking steps to prevent hackers from seeing and hearing you through your computer.
You will be shocked by the true cost of an iPhone
Smartphones are expensive and everyone always wants to get the latest and greatest. But would you get a new smartphone knowing it would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the true cost of owning the latest smartphone and the dollar amount is shocking.
The inside scoop what to buy on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Before you rush out and buy a new TV, toys or computers, do some checking to see if any big retailers have released their Black Friday or Cyber Monday ads. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim gives some updates as to when and where to buy toys, clothes, tech and more on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Are you getting as much internet as you're paying for?
Does it seem like your internet connection is running slower than usual? It’s easy to test your connection speed, but are you getting the internet speed that you’re paying for? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at internet connection speeds and gives some tips on how to make sure you’re getting what you’re paying for.
The real reason Google is letting you delete your search history
We’ve all been able to delete our Google search history in our browser but now Google is allowing users to delete their actual search data. Is Google suddenly being nice or is there another reason for this? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim explores the real reason Google is allowing users to delete their search data.
Microchip ID implants gain popularity, but would you get one?
Would you get an implant in your hand or finger that has all your personal data and financial information on it? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at how some employers are paying for their employees to get chip implants and what this technology could mean for all of us in the future.
Don’t buy an iPad, Mac or AirPods... right now.
Apple comes out with new hardware closer to the holidays and this year is no exception. But what can we expect to see? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim talks about when is the best time to buy new Apple products and what new gadgets we can expect.
When text and email alerts go wrong
There have been so many “accidental” emails and messages that have been sent out to people or groups that they’re not supposed to go to. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at what’s behind many of these accidental messages whether it’s a false text message or an email that went to the wrong people.
Facebook was hacked. Was your data stolen?
Thirty million Facebook users had their accounts hacked and the criminals got a lot of personal information. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim talks about what personal information was stolen from Facebook users as well as what they can do about it.
Popular games being used by child predators
Fortnite, Roblox, and Minecraft are just a few of the games that are wildly popular with kids right now. And because of their huge popularity, child predators have a new hunting ground in these virtual worlds. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the increasing number of child predators that are stalking kids in some of these popular online games.