3 new online marketplaces better than Craigslist
Once upon a time, Craigslist was a great idea. Post classified ads for free! Meet cool singles! Craigslist was stripped-down and straightforward. You could throw up text and photos, then take them down whenever you wanted. You didn't even have to post your email address. Thirty years later, Craigslist is a ghost of its former self. As goes the internet, new marketplaces keep opening up, and I’ve been very pleased with many of these alternatives.
Best streaming service: Netflix vs. Vudu vs. Amazo
When you’re picking a streaming video service, so many questions pop up: how much does it cost? What movies does it have? Can you find current episodes of your favorite TV show, or are they all from past seasons? Is there an app, and how well does it work? The list goes on and on.
5 ways to slash your smartphone bills
Remember, a smartphone is a small computer, and computers are expensive. Even older-model phones can cost hundreds of dollars, never mind the $1,149 you'd have to pay for an iPhone X with 256GB, or the Samsung Galaxy S9, which costs upwards of $950. No matter the carrier, the freefall days of free and discounted phones are over, at least among mainstream providers. The pressure to own a smartphone is high, so how do you keep those expenses as low as possible?
Insider tricks to keep hackers and scammers from s
Cybercriminals are out in full force looking for ways to steal your data. It’s worth money to them. That’s why we’ve seen a massive uptick in the number of data breaches over the past few years. Unfortunately, most folks don’t know they’ve been hacked until it’s too late. With cybercrime so rampant, you need to be proactive about protecting yourself.
15 tech upgrades you can get for free
You’ve spent so much money already – on a laptop, tablet, computer, router, network extender, printer, and smartphone. You’ve signed up for the internet, and you’re paying monthly fees. You’ll be relieved to know that a lot of tech is free.
Tips and apps for office administration
Terry from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, called in to the show to learn how to optimize their on site security reporting. Their community hires off-duty police officers to patrol the neighborhood and are looking to update how officers check in, how they report, and how they can communicate more effectively in the field.
Clever Alexa commands you can use again and again!
More than any other device, Alexa has become our closest approximation of artificial intelligence. She has a voice and personality, and if you ask the right question, she’ll even get sassy with you. Users even refer to Alexa as “she.” We usually prefer to say her name, rather than the name of the device itself, Amazon Echo. For many owners, Alexa is more than a mere virtual assistant; she has become something like a domestic companion, a Rosie or R2-D2 that can also order takeout.
Incredible useful travel apps you didn’t know ab
Have smartphone, will travel. Nowadays, your phone may operate in many different countries, or you can easily stick a SIM card into the slot and pick up a local data plan. Another option is to keep your phone off and only use Wi-Fi whenever you find it. In short, your phone is still useful when you travel, and you can access your apps in seaports and souks around the globe. Many apps are designed to enhance the travel experience.
Tips to avoid vacation rental scams online
Before you commit to a vacation rental, you need to know how scammers are working to steal your money. The FTC warns of a variety of different rental scams. Sometimes criminals will hijack a real listing, change the contact information, and advertise it on a different website. Some create fake rentals that don’t really exist and aim to take your money before you discover it’s all a sham.
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Protecting these beautiful Russian tigers
In Russia, across the wintery landscape, there are shadows looming. If you’re lucky, you may see the trail of a tiger, but even glimpsing a tiger in the wild is slowly becoming a fantastical event. With the decline of tiger populations, the need for a sanctuary is greater than ever, but just partitioning off a piece of land for the big cats isn’t as easy as it sounds.
15 foods that are not what you’ve been told
In the United States, if you want to know what is in a food product, just look at the label. You can trust the label, right? Sometimes, that’s not always the case, and many companies now are taking advantage of specific wording to make you believe what you’re consuming is healthy. But for these foods, you won’t believe how wrong you are.
Why are Triassic animals so weird?
With the Jurassic World sequel in theaters now, it’s interesting to learn that not all of the dinosaurs featured are actually from the Jurassic period in history. And while the name Jurassic is famous, there are other ages of dinosaurs that look oddly like modern animal twists.
Why did these 3 astronauts go on strike in space?
When astronauts go to space, they are up there with zero gravity doing things that the normal human being may not be able to experience in their entire lifetime. But that doesn’t mean that many of the average person’s problems escape astronauts. For a group of three astronauts, that meant going on strike, in space. But why did they do it, and what was the result?
Scientists are fighting malaria with mosquitoes
It may sound silly, but scientists are actually working on remaking mosquitoes so they aren’t those annoying, disease-carrying pests anymore. Instead, the new genetically engineered insects might actually be the key in saving the lives of millions of children, and also ridding the world of a disturbingly large tiny nuisance.
Mini apartments in Hong Kong
If you think living in a New York apartment may be cramped, these micro apartments in Hong Kong beg to differ. While Hong Kong is growing to be the costliest housing market, the apartments are getting smaller and smaller. As one resident describes it, these size changes have saddening effects on the residents. Others, however, are standing up to the task.
What are hydro dip kits?
If you are unfamiliar, hydro dip kits are pretty cool things that you can use to DIY almost anything. While the steps may be a bit confusing, the end results of what you can make with these are pretty cool.
The mushroom that eats plastic
This mushroom may mean a complete change in how we make food. Called the Fungi Mutarium system, this fungus only eats plastic and could be the solution to the excess of plastic waste that plagues our earth.
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Electric or gas-powered cars – Which one is
We're in the age of the eco-friendly car boom. Hybrid vehicles aside, electric cars run solely on battery power and that means no trips to the gas station. The idea is to save money, right? Gas may be expensive but electricity is not particularly cheap, either. Add to the equation the price of an electric car compared to a fuel-efficient standard vehicle and some questions seem to arise. Kim Komando looks at the pros and cons of electric versus gas-powered cars and answers the question: which is cheaper?
Caller finds $611,000 by asking Kim for advice
Debbie called The Kim Komando Show concerned her father got a letter from an investigator claiming they found money that belonged to him and wanted a finder’s fee. The amount? $611,000! Before acting on it, she called Kim for her trusted advice. Kim did investigating on her own and found shocking results: This claim looks legitimate! Kim told Debbie how to get the money without paying anyone a finder's fee. Who knows? Maybe there is a fortune waiting for you too!
Amazon default privacy settings you need to change
Amazon is the go-to for great deal on shopping. So when did it become a social media website too? Believe it or not, Amazon is recording a lot about you. There are some settings you should know about to make sure that your shopping activity isn't out there for everyone to see. The good news is that you have control over what is posted on there. In this video, Kim gives the steps you need to ensure your privacy when shopping on Amazon.
One mistake to avoid and save money on your cable
Does it feel like that stack of monthly bills keeps getting larger and larger? One bill in particular has been growing by leaps and bounds for quite some time. Of course, we're talking about your cable bill. But you're not alone. Kim Komando gives an easy way to save serious money on your cable bill along with how to do it correctly.
Top smart home system to modernize your house
Mark from Nashville called in to The Kim Komando Show to ask Kim about the best alternative to install a smart home system in his new home. Kim gives him a review of various systems out there outlining what they offer and where they fall short. Think of the everything you can turn into smart technology from our kitchens to our bedrooms. Appliances such as refrigerators, ovens and stoves are turning "smart" along with our TVs, beds and even toilets. Is investing in this technology worth the price? This video will give you the tools to decide.
20 Google products and services you didn’t k
Google is so popular that it is used as a verb to describe the act of web searching. But that's not Google's only use. You may recognize other products and services us as Google Maps, Google Earth, the web browser Google Chrome, Gmail and many others. Still, there are Google products you've never heard of, or used, but you probably should.
One way to boost your home network that you need t
Do you have spots in your home that get very little to no reception? Many people do and a common solution is to use Wi-Fi hotspots from their cellphone. But what if you live 4 feet underground or your home is made of concrete? Blair from Indiana does so he called The Kim Komando Show to Kim's advice on how he could get better cell reception within his home. Kim gives him a solution that even you can use in order to maximize Wi-Fi in your home.
Streaming video services compared: What’s th
Sorting through the cacophony of streaming video services is challenging. Ultimately, you want to get the best streaming experience for your money. The three big players right now are Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu and they’re competing for your attention with original movies and television shows as well as vast catalogs of video choices from other studios.
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July 7, 2018 – Hour 3
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
June 30, 2018 – Hour 1
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
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OneRepublic – ‘Good Life’
Music video by OneRepublic performing Good Life. (C) 2011 Mosley Music/Interscope Records
The Rolling Stones – ‘Gimme Shelter
The Rolling Stones performing "Gimme Shelter", live at the Shanghai Grand Stadium, 8th April 2006.
P!nk – ‘Try’
Music video by P!nk performing Try. (C) 2012 RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment
OneRepublic – ‘Counting Stars’
Music video by OneRepublic performing Counting Stars. (C) 2013 Mosley Music/Interscope Records
Norah Jones – ‘Miriam’
Music video by Norah Jones performing Miriam. (P) (C) 2012 Blue Note Records. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws. Manufactured by Blue Note Records, 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011.
Natasha Bedingfield – ‘Pocketful of Su
Music video by Natasha Bedingfield performing Pocketful Of Sunshine. (C) 2008 Sony BMG Music Entertainment (UK) Limited
Michael Buble – ‘Feeling Good’
© 2006 WMGDirected by Noble Jones
Komando.com Reports
Useful ways to repurpose your old cellphone
A smartphone is really just a computer. It’s smaller, of course, and many things are less convenient than a regular desktop. But smartphones have powerful features, and once you’ve upgraded to a better model, you may wonder what to do with all that valuable hardware. After all, the phone may have been state-of-the-art when you bought it.
Success! Older Airbnb hosts are raking in the doug
Have you ever wondered how some older Airbnb hosts are making a pretty penny sharing their extra space? According to AARP, adults 60 and older are the fastest-growing demographic of Airbnb hosts and are making tons of money doing it. Who couldn't use a little extra cash nowadays?
Keep Russian hackers off your router!
A few weeks ago, the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) issued an alert about state-supported Russian hackers carrying out attacks against a large number of home routers in the U.S. These hackers are organized, motivated, and well-funded.
Step-by-step guide to stop robocalls
We all get those automated and voiced calls from telemarketers either phishing or trying to sell us something. The good news is, there are a few things we can do to stop these. One easy way is to block the incoming caller numbers but that won’t stop them all but there are a few others that can really make a difference!
Fix for everyday tech problems faster than you thi
Modern technology offers many conveniences and it has definitely changed our lives for the better. But with all these welcome advantages come some smaller caveats, of course. Battery anxiety, wire clutter, dropped phones, tangled cords, larger electric bills - it's the price we pay for modern technology.
7 clear-cut signs you’ve been hacked
It may not surprise you to know that you actually make it easy for hackers to do their job. All the technology that you use, including your computer, smartphone, routers and other devices are all vulnerable to cybercriminals. These cybercrooks are good at what they do but there are ways to protect yourself.
Kim’s quick fixes to get you back on track
Computers, love them or hate them, they are here to stay! Inevitably, you have experienced a minor or major glitch with your desktop or laptop computer which likely sent your day into a frenzy. Next time, don’t panic!
4 clever ways to prevent spying and 1 way to spy
Cybersecurity is much like driving a car: one accident can change everything, sending ripples of misfortune through every aspect of your life. Protecting your devices may seem excessive, even silly. Do you really need two-factor identification? Aren’t all those complicated passwords just a little annoying? Isn’t public Wi-Fi use acceptable in small doses?
Komando Flash Tips
How to recover a deleted photo on iPhones
Ever accidentally delete a photo on your iPhone and wanted to get it back? After you scream, take a deep breath because there is a way to recover it!
Free way to track GPS, phone calls, text messages
Thanks to smartphones, tablets and the internet, there are many threats to your kids and grandkids that you might not see coming. Here's a free way to track what they do on their phones.
Apple gets to the “root” of the proble
A huge security flaw was discovered for macOS High Sierra. It would allow anyone to access your computer without a password! Here is how to fix it.
Opt-out of online targeted advertising networks an
If you surf the web, you're going to see ads. That's a given, and there's not much you can do about it. What you can change is whether or not you see targeted ads. These are the ads that follow you from site to site and seem to know what you've been looking at online.
How to use iOS 11 SOS feature that can save your l
In iOS 11, there is a feature called SOS. In an emergency, scary situation, or even a kidnapping, it can save your life. Watch now to learn how to set it up and use it.
Know when malware or spies turn your webcam or mic
Cybersecurity is a hot topic. Several very high-profile attacks have been in the news, as they infect individuals and private industries around the country. Here's how to stop them from spying on you with your webcam and mic.
Introducing my new video site!
After months of hard work, I am excited to share with you my new and improved video site! I know you’re going to love it. It’s faster, more user-friendly and has fewer ads! You’ll still find my popular categories like flash tips, Komando reports and a slew of other fun stuff like recipes and viral videos. And don’t forget, if you are a member of Kim’s Club, you’ll also be able to watch me record my radio show live from the studio! Check it out for yourself! Click here to see my new and improved video site!
How to safely delete data forever on your PC or Ma
When you delete a file on your computer, its not really gone. The data is still there, but now available to overwrite it. If you want it really gone, watch this video.
Chances are your kids or grandkids have dreamt of being a Pokemon trainer at one point. Now, they have the opportunity to be the very best, like no one ever was, with Pokemon Go. We'll show you how they can catch 'em all.