Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

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Sharing AirPods? Do this instead
Yesterday at 10:00 PM

The one-earbud-each situation is both awkward and a little gross. Good news: your phone has a built-in fix nobody told you about.

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QVC goes bankrupt
Yesterday at 10:00 AM

Thirty years on the air, gone in a single livestream era. Here's how TikTok Shop pulled the rug out from under cable's biggest retailer.

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Never pay retail on Amazon
Last Saturday at 10:00 PM

Most people scroll right past Amazon's best-kept secret. Here's how to find 30 to 60 percent off brand-name tech in seconds.

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FCC bans Chinese-made routers
Last Saturday at 8:55 AM

The U.S. believes China could flip a switch and turn millions of routers into weapons. The real truth is worse.

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Time travel with Wikipedia's secret feature
Last Friday at 10:00 PM

You pass by history every day and you don’t even know it. This hidden Wikipedia app feature gives you a free lesson about the places around you.

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AI gets in F in real life
Last Friday at 10:00 AM

AI is wrong 40 to 50% of the time, even after passing the bar and medical exams. Why you still need a human in your corner.


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The grocery store is watching you
Last Thursday at 10:00 PM

Forget willpower: AI-powered cameras in stores track your movements and near-purchases to figure out exactly what high-margin items to tempt you with. Here's what's going on.

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How to use AI for your health
Last Thursday at 10:00 AM

Millions of people are using AI instead of their doctor. Most of them are doing it wrong. The one thing you need to do first before you ask your chatbot anything about your health.

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AI is a “Yes-Man”
Last Wednesday at 10:00 PM

AI is not your friend, it’s a kiss up. It tells you what you want to hear so it gets rewarded. You need someone who will tell you like it is, like me. I’ll tell you how to make your chatbot honest in this short podcast.

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Meta glasses' privacy feature sparks outrage
Last Wednesday at 10:00 AM

Meta is about to add facial recognition to its Generation 2 Ray Ban smart glasses. More than 70 advocacy groups are warning against it. Hear the reason why.

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$2 bank scam
Last Tuesday at 10:00 PM

The average fraud victim loses over $1,000 before they notice something is wrong in their bank account. Don't let that be you. I have the free fix that stops scammers cold.

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The tech jobs AI can’t touch (yet)
Last Tuesday at 10:00 AM

A computer science degree used to take you places. Not anymore. AI is replacing what junior coders used to do. I’ll have a list of positions you can still get.

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Make AI remember you
04/13/2026

Every time you open an AI chatbot, it has no idea who you are. It’s like a doctor who loses your chart between every appointment. The free fix in settings that most people never find.

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AI is on your last nerve
04/13/2026

Turns out people aren’t just mad at their exes anymore. They’re mad at AI too. Some are kicking robots in the street. The #1 thing chatbots do that makes 50% of users upset.

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The movies you buy aren't really yours
04/12/2026

Plot twist: you don’t actually own the digital movies you purchase. Anything you buy on Apple, Amazon, and Google Play can disappear overnight. The free fix to protect you. 


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Is AI taking your job?
04/12/2026

A new study says AI has already replaced 20% of full-time American jobs. Hear why it's happening in this short podcast.

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Turn your old phone into a security camera
04/11/2026

That old smartphone collecting dust in your junk drawer is getting a second life. Two minutes and an app can turn it into a free home security camera.

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Google owes you $100
04/11/2026

Got an Android? Google may owe you money. It agreed to pay customers $135 million to settle claims that it stole your mobile data. Hear how to collect what’s yours.

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How to speak to a human at Amazon
04/10/2026

Amazon has a secret! There's a hidden button that skips the bots and connects you to a real customer service agent. I'll tell you how to get to it.

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Southwest Airlines sets new limit on chargers
04/10/2026

97 lithium-ion battery fires broke out on planes last year. Southwest Airlines is taking action and putting a cap on how many chargers you can bring on board.

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Create a home Inventory with AI
04/09/2026

Your insurance adjuster will thank you (and you’ll thank yourself for saving tens of thousands).

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iPhone pics of the moon
04/09/2026

The Artemis astronauts are coming home, the photos of Earth from the Moon are breathtaking, and every cent was spent right here on this pale blue dot.

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Fix your slow smart TV in 2 minutes
04/08/2026

A slow Smart TV might feel like the end of the world. Before you drop $500, I'll tell you how to fix it for free.

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The Ghost Murmur
04/08/2026

Iran used tech more advanced than ever imagined to rescue a U. S. Air Force Colonel. The kicker? It's a secret, never before used CIA tool. I'll tell you all you need to know about The Ghost Murmur.

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How to change your Gmail address
04/07/2026

Goodbye hotguy500@gmail.com! Google is finally letting you change that embarrassing email after 22 years. I'll tell you how it's done.

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United Airlines cracks down on no headphones
04/07/2026

You know the guy on the flight watching a loud video on his phone without earbuds? United Airlines is fed up with all the noise. Its new headphones-only rule could get you booted off the flight or arrested.

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How to master your AI
04/06/2026

Most people use AI like a vending machine. Ask a question, get an answer, close the tab. Not anymore. Get the new rules in this podcast. 


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Resist AI temptation
04/06/2026

Pope Leo XIV is calling out the desires of AI and social media. Hear why the Vatican is drawing the line.

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Find out what Google knows about you
04/05/2026

Google has a secret diary for you: years of your life, time-stamped and searchable. Here’s how you can read every single page.

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50K unsold Teslas
04/05/2026

It doesn’t matter which Tesla dealership you visit. It’s a buyer’s market. Find out why cars are sitting stagnant on the lot.


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Pest-proof your home with these smart lights
04/04/2026

Take a listen for pro tips on how to make your home less attractive to creepy crawlies.

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Amazon’s Project Kobe
04/04/2026

The answer to Walmart? Amazon will open its first megastore in Chicago, with the dream of combining retail with its automated fulfillment center. What to know in this short podcast.

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The secret meanings behind emojis
04/03/2026

That thumbs-up isn't as friendly as you think. Here's what your emojis are really saying behind your back.

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Tech layoffs hit 5-year high
04/03/2026

Major companies are cutting thousands of jobs while pouring billions into AI. Here's who's in the crosshairs and what you can do about it.

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Outsmart resume bots
04/02/2026

Job hunting is a job in itself. Now AI is making it harder by screening you first. Some job seekers are paying up to $15,000 for people to game the algorithm. I’ll tell you three ways to beat the system for free.

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The fake government permit scam
04/02/2026

A new, nearly foolproof scam is weaponizing your public building records, allowing criminals to perfectly impersonate city planning officials and demand hundreds in fake permit fees.

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Don’t be fooled by these 3 nasty tax scams
04/01/2026

April Fools? More like April fraud. The IRS just dropped its annual Dirty Dozen scam list. The top three tax traps to keep an eye out for and how to stop it.

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The end of lithium-ion batteries
04/01/2026

The end of an era is near for lithium-ion batteries. They're a fire risk. The 2026 breakthrough tech that fixes that.

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3 moves to protect your inbox
03/31/2026

My friend Lisa called panicking. Someone drained her entire PayPal, Amazon, and bank account all in one night! Hear how they pulled it off and what you can do to stop it.


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AI gone rogue
03/31/2026

AI is getting a mind of its own and pushing back on humans. We're talking about models that lie, ignore instructions, and just downright misbehaves. I'll tell you what's actually happening and what it means for you.

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