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Have a SimpliSafe system? There's a brand new HD outdoor camera to add to your home's arsenal
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When it comes to home security, you need a company you can trust. Traditional home security companies are all about the bottom line. You work with a salesperson to find a system, someone comes over to install it, then you’re locked into a long contract with high monthly fees.
That’s why we’re all about the DIY home security options. You order everything you need online, you can install it yourself, and you’re not stuck paying a high monthly fee for years and years.
SimpliSafe, a sponsor of Kim’s national radio show, is our pick for keeping your home — along with everyone and everything in it — safe and secure. If you have a SimpliSafe system or are considering one, there’s a new camera you’re going to want to get your hands on.
SimpliSafe’s Wireless Outdoor Security Camera
If you have a SimpliSafe system, you know all the bells and whistles you can get to keep an eye on what’s happening inside. The new Wireless Outdoor Security Camera helps you do the same for the outside of your home.
Here’s what sets it apart:
See what’s happening: With an ultra-wide 140º field of view, you can keep watch over your property 24/7. There are practically no blindspots for intruders to hide in.
Get alerts when someone approaches: The SimpliSafe Wireless Outdoor Security Camera notifies you when anyone approaches, so you know the moment steps foot onto your property. How great is that?
See faces from far away: With an 8x zoom lens and 1080p HD resolution, you can see faces and details like license plates from up to 15 feet away.
See clearly in color at night: A motion-activated spotlight shines on anyone who approaches, so you can see who’s there in color. Yep, even at night.
5-minute setup, 24/7 protection: Anyone can set it up, no wiring or special skills needed. Just download the app, screw in the magnetic mount, and place your camera. It’ll be up and running in no time.
Flawless video streaming: Two Wi-Fi antennas provide a strong connection to your router, no matter where the camera is on your property. You get consistent, clear, high-quality video.
One of our favorite dashcams is on sale now
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Owning a dashcam is one of the most reliable and affordable vehicle protection methods on the market. The best dashcams catch accidents before, during and after they happen, so you know exactly what occurred and when.
Hitting the road? Here’s a money-saving change you should make before your next vacation
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Summer is here, which means it’s high time to plan a vacation to get away from it all. Maybe you’re picturing a sun-drenched beach, or perhaps your mind wanders to a cozy cabin away from the hustle and bustle.
Many people are turning their vacation dreams into reality this summer, while also trying to stay on budget. But oftentimes, a hotel or rental, plane tickets, a car when you arrive, food and drinks, gas — can all add up fast.
Have lousy Wi-Fi? Upgrade to a mesh system ($46 off if you hurry)
If there’s one place you should have a consistent, speedy network, it’s your home. From streaming music and movies to attending virtual classes, meetings and even doing your job, this is where you have full control. A single router works great if you live in a small one-room apartment, but what about multiple rooms and floors?
Digital Life Hack: Use a QR Code to share your Wi-Fi password
Want to share your Wi-Fi password with a family member or friend? Listen now for a quick and easy way to get the job done.
Digital Life Hack: A few Wi-Fi fixes
Is your home’s Wi-Fi struggling because of all the computers, laptops, phones, TVs, tablets, smart doorbells and cameras attached to it? Here are some simple fixes, in 60 seconds.
Change your Wi-Fi password or face jail time
Here’s something to think about. If you don’t lock down your home’s Wi-Fi network, you could be charged with a crime you didn’t commit.
Massive wireless networks ... that we're paying for
Amazon and Apple are each working towards one goal: A large-scale wireless network that doesn’t need Wi-Fi or cellular. We will spend money on their phones, cameras, trackers and more to create the network for them. It’s genius.
Preorders begin for SpaceX's satellite internet service but read the fine print
When not trying to land reusable rockets onto a launchpad, Elon Musk’s SpaceX company stays busy with other exciting projects. Tap or click here to find out how to take a SpaceX trip into space. One currently on the drawing board is to provide millions of people with high-speed internet through Starlink.
Upgrade to the latest iPad Air at a record low price
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If you’re in the market for an iPad, now’s the best time to buy. One of the most impressive models is being sold at a deep discount on Amazon. That’s the iPad Air, which is now $40 off its normal price.
Or maybe you’re in the market for a new computer. Well, iPads are a lot more powerful than you think: with a few accessories, you can turn this tech into a full-fledged computer. Tap or click here for steps on turning an iPad into a powerful PC.
The reason behind the NSA's "find my phone" warning
Last Thursday I reported America’s top spy agency, the NSA, warned government workers to turn off their iPhone’s location services, plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Now, we know why.
NSA warns: Beware of find my phone, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Are you one of the millions who frequently misplace their iPhone and then use “Find My iPhone” to hunt it down? If you are, the National Security Agency has serious news for you.
7 projectors to create a home theater on any budget
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Miss going out to the movies? You can make a movie theater right in your own home for a lot less than you think with a projector.
A nice TV set may give you a brighter and more detailed picture, but a projector is the best way to create a big-screen experience without completely blowing your budget. You can set it up and take it down, too, so no worries if you don’t have a room that can serve as your theater all the time.
How the new 6GHz Wi-Fi affects you
The FCC just opened a brand new Wi-Fi band. Translation? More, better and faster Wi-Fi in our homes and offices. But don’t get too excited just yet — you’ll have to wait at least a few months to start using it.
Working from home? You need a VPN now more than ever
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You’ve heard Kim talk about how important it is to have a virtual private network (VPN). Now that a lot of you are working from home, it’s even more important to choose a VPN you can trust.
The coronavirus pandemic has prompted many companies across the U.S. to have employees work from home (WFH). That means it’s not just the personal information stored on your device at risk from security threats, but also your work data.
Wi-Fi is illegal in this town - Digital magician Zach King - Email spoofing
Green Bank, West Virginia is home to a massive telescope and a rule unheard of in today’s world — no Wi-Fi allowed. Kim chats with Chuck Niday, who works in the so-called Quiet Zone. Zach King is a social media darling; he’s the second biggest creator on TikTok and he’s got 22.7 million followers on Instagram. His fame is well-earned. Zach is a digital magician who creates stunning visual tricks. And Kim helps a caller with an unbelievable story about his long-distance bride.
3 critical features that make a home security system great
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Protect your home from intruders and other elemental hazards with help from our sponsor, SimpliSafe’s, complete home security system.
It’s easy to install, with no drilling involved — you can do it yourself in less than 15 minutes! Their service does not require contracts, and it offers 24/7 professional alarm monitoring for less than 50 cents a day.
This pint-sized smart printer is the future of sticky notes
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No matter how much technology streamlines the world, some things will never change around the workplace. Mondays will always be the worst. There will always be an office football pool. And no matter how many alerts we set on our gadgets, sticky notes will always be the best reminders.
Hacker watches child through Ring camera - Check your Wi-Fi speed - The Rideshare Guy
Where do Uber and Lyft drivers go to get their questions answered? The Rideshare Guy. Kim interviews Harry Campbell, an aerospace engineer who left his job to become the go-to expert on all things rideshare. Plus, a young girl terrorized after a hacker accessed a family’s Ring camera. Kim talks to her mom. And learn what internet speed you need and how to make sure you’re getting what you pay for.