One of the most popular social media apps for teens is Snapchat. That’s largely due to it’s fun photo filters, but there’s one filter that has been causing some trouble because it encourages young drivers to speed while using their cell phone at the same time. Kim Komando has a warning for parents in this consumer tech news update.
AT&T recently agreed to purchase Time Warner for over $80 billion. But what does this acquisition mean for you? Kim Komando shares her take in this news update.
New research suggests many women would choose to spend time away from their spouse, instead of being without their smartphone! Kim Komando explains the issue and has some advice for women who may be addicted to their device.
Homeowners can often save money on buying expensive, high-tech gadgets for their home by calling their insurance companies. Many of them are giving discounts or subsidies for things like Wi-Fi-enabled smoke detectors and doorbells. Kim Komando explains why in this news update.
With more than 100 million new postings to Craigslist every month, generating over $300 billion a year in profits, no one should be surprised that there are plenty of scams to go around. Kim Komando helps you with spotting Craigslist Scams.
When someone dies, we have a complex, but tried and true, system of laws covering what happens to everything they own. Kim Komando explains, Who owns your digital data when you die?
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There's a huge security risk with your iPhone that you need to fix immediately. A bug has been found that could let a cybercriminal easily take over your phone. I'll tell you about the scary attack and what you need to do to fix it.
Think about your smartphone's grip over every moment of your life. It’s with you all the time. Texts, email, phone calls, and every other bit of information you need, moment-by-moment. But that could all soon change with the race to create the perfect digital assistant. Watch as Kim breaks it all down for you.
The U.S. Constitution Fifth Amendment guarantees us that our government cannot force us to testify against ourselves. Traditionally, that meant putting us on the stand and making us answer questions. But here we have a serious case where law becomes very uncertain because it has not yet been tested with this technology. Watch to get the full story.
Right now, Airbnb is being sued after a female renter found a camera in the living room of the apartment she was renting. Airbnb's rules require owners to notify guests if cameras are present. But that doesn't mean they always do. Tune in as Kim tells us how to spot hidden spy cameras before you get too comfortable in your rental.
An organization called Common Sense Media, asked parents across the country about their kids, and their kid's smartphone use. What it found might shock you.
Not only do mobile phones in the car pose a threat with texting, there is also the matter of taking selfies while driving, live streaming drunk driving, and now, another popular social media site is to blame for a crash that led to serious and permanent brain damage of one individual.
Hackers and scammers are steadily worming their way into Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and are tricking users into giving out sensitive and personal information. Watch as Kim gives the details of these scams so you know what to keep an eye out for.
Data from home sales shows that home buyers are willing to pay, on average, $33K more for one thing, and it's not a spare bed room or hot tub. Find out what it is in this breaking news alert from our very own Kim Komando.
When the FBI entered the high-stakes legal battle to force Apple to create a program to hack iPhones, James Comey made some misleading statements to both Congress and the American people. One of those claims was that unless Apple was forced to design the hack, there was no way to access the terrorist’s iPhone. But as it turns out, he was wrong. In this video, Kim talks about a little device that can crack and iPhone in around six hours. Which makes you wonder, why didn't the FBI know about it?
Apple products are known for their sleek designs and forward-thinking innovation, but they're also known for their high price tags. And, according to Apple's VP of Marketing, customers those price tags shouldn't thwart customers. In a recent statement he showed a bit of "Apple Snobbery". Watch this video to see if he's right, or if he's out of touch with reality.
If you're sick and tired of weak in-flight Wi-Fi, you're not alone. In-flight Wi-Fi never really got off the ground, since it used to rely on cellular towers. But now, there's a new development that will actually help Wi-Fi take flight, so that you won't be disconnected while in the air. In this special news update, Kim shares how in flight Wi-Fi is about to be transformed.
Analysts and experts have been predicting the death of the PC for over a decade, but it's always held on. Now it looks like the end might finally be at hand as sales fall faster than ever. Here's why and what the "Post-PC" era looks like.
Facebook makes it's money from users sharing everything about themselves with other Facebook users. Unfortunately for the tech giant, people are starting to share less. Find out why and what it means for Facebook.
It's a growing threat in companies of every size. Scammers posing as high-level executives are tricking employees into revealing sensitive information. Find out how to keep your company safe.
Conventional wisdom says that to save battery life on your iPhone, you should close any apps you aren't using. It makes sense. So why does Apple say that's exactly the wrong thing to do?
Craigslist is a great place to buy and sell items, but it has a big problem with scammers. Fortunately, avoiding most scams is easy if you remember a few simple rules.
In the series "Star Trek: Voyager," the crew survived for years with an emergency medical program for a doctor. Are today's virtual assistants like Siri as helpful in an emergency?
The iPhone is providing a great example right now of the best way for companies to avoid future cyberattacks. Find out what's special about the iPhone that other companies should copy.
Ransomware is one of the biggest digital security threats right now, and you don't want it anywhere near your computer. Fortunately, you can often avoid it with two simple rules.
Google has a habit of shaking up industries, such as online search, mobile gadgets and Internet service providing. Now it's targeting cellular plans, and the Big Four mobile carriers should be worried.
No matter what Internet plan you have, it's costing you a good chunk of change. You need to make sure you're getting what you paid for. Learn a simple way to test your Internet speed.
Apple and Android both have apps that can help you track down a lost or stolen phone. Unfortunately, if you aren't careful it could be the last thing you do. Kim explains why.
As the ongoing FBI vs. Apple battle shows, law enforcement wants access to our gadgets. What information could the FBI learn with full access to your phone? The answer will shock you.
Apple and the FBI are in a legal battle that will determine the future of privacy in America. Kim tells you which side you should be supporting and why.
North Korea has one of the most oppressive dictatorships in the world, and you can help bring it down and free millions of people. It simply takes a donation of an unused item you have lying around your home.
Are you spending too much time on Facebook? Find out how much time and money can be wasted.
World governments are struggling with drones flying where they shouldn't and endangering lives and property. There are plenty of anti-drone technologies taking shape, but the police in Holland have come up with the best one yet, by far.
Tired of your slow connection and don't want to pay to run the cable for fiber? A new company might have the solution: wireless broadband. Find out about the new technology that makes this system unique and where it's rolling out.
Forget the Bermuda Triangle. A house in Atlanta seems to be the new mystery spot thanks to a string of vanishing phones. Wait until you hear the full story.
A video baby monitor might be the best way to keep an eye on your little one, but it could also let snoops spy on you. Learn about the search site that makes it simple.
Food delivery services are the new hot thing, and there are plenty of them. Find out why they're so popular and which companies are on top.
You know about your credit score, but did you know that the police are assigning individuals a "threat score"? Your threat score could change how the police interact with you in the future. Here's how it gets calculated.
You might think the best hackers in the world are Russian or Chinese, or some gifted kid in his parents' basement. That's who you usually hear about. However, the real answer is something else entirely.
In the latest round of the gun control debate, several types of safety technology are being put forward for consideration. Find out what they are and whether or not they'll really work.
The FAA has a new app that keeps you on the right side of the law by telling you where you can and can't fly. Find out why this is a must-have for every drone operator.
The English language has changed a lot over the last thousand years, and that change is only getting faster thanks to technology. Learn how proper punctuation might mean something different than you think in the age of texting.
Facebook is following the lead of its rival Snapchat and offering "disappearing photos." Teens might think if they use this for sending racy photos they can't get caught. Here's how it could get them labeled as a sex offender.
As TVs get smarter, they don't just do what you tell them; they know what you're doing. One manufacturer is using this knowledge to keep tabs on what you watch and sell your viewing habits to advertisers.
Police don't have to tag you with a GPS tracker to see where you go; you're doing the work for them with your smartphone. Here's how the police can get your location data for the past few years.
Renting set-top boxes is a hallmark of having a cable or satellite service, and it costs you hundreds a year. However, that could be coming to an end, and here's what will replace it.
Many companies want inexpensive drones that deliver packages directly to homes, but Amazon and Google are in a dead heat to be the first. Here's what they're planning.
