Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Kim Komando
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Nov 3, 2025 • 7min

Pay up or get exposed

Ransomware is evolving into blackmail as hackers now threaten to leak sensitive data instead of just encrypting it for ransom. Learn effective strategies to safeguard your information, including regular backups and system updates. The discussion also covers the rise of SMS blasters, which simulate cell towers to send scam texts. Plus, hear about Google Keep, a user-friendly app for creating shared lists among friends and collaborators, enhancing organization and communication.
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Nov 2, 2025 • 11min

Check out the fall leaves

Who doesn’t love the crisp fall air? Check real-time foliage maps to find the best autumn colors and scenic road trips near you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 2, 2025 • 7min

4K vs 8K: What TV makers don’t tell you

Those shiny 8K TVs look tempting, but do they really beat 4K? Here’s what to know before you spend big this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 1, 2025 • 10min

Quick fix for a slow TV

David, a tech professional with a rich background in support and management, dives into the challenges of today's job market. He shares his struggles with job searches and resume adjustments amidst shifting tech roles. Kim offers valuable advice on improving TV performance and navigates the conversation towards AI opportunities, suggesting roles like chatbot quality analyst. They discuss how managed services have transformed IT staffing, emphasizing the need to adapt skills in a rapidly evolving landscape.
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Nov 1, 2025 • 8min

Grokipedia: the anti-Wikipedia

Elon Musk's Grokipedia offers a bold alternative to Wikipedia, using AI to combat bias and misinformation. The hosts ponder the sustainability of AI-driven encyclopedias in a rapidly changing web economy. They also explore the ethics surrounding AI-generated videos of celebrities, including poignant moments related to Robin Williams and the concerns of his family regarding deepfakes. Legal complexities around AI likenesses raise pressing questions in the digital age, making this discussion both timely and thought-provoking.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 11min

3 great Halloween tips

Get ready for a spooky tech makeover this Halloween! Discover how to find the best trick-or-treat stops with neighborhood maps. Make your kids safer by adding trackers and clip-on lights to their costumes. Turn your smart speaker into a haunted DJ to create the perfect eerie atmosphere at home. Plus, learn about the risks of online scams and how to protect your business from impersonators. This Halloween, mix fun with safety and tech!
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Oct 31, 2025 • 9min

This Halloween prank could get you killed

This Halloween, a viral prank involving doorbell cameras has turned from harmless fun to a source of real danger and arrests. Teens are facing serious consequences as their tricks escalate. In a lighter moment, the host shares amusing anecdotes about first crushes and prom. The discussion also touches on a surprising trend where many teens are developing romantic relationships with AI, raising concerns among parents about oversight. Tune in for a mix of humor and serious tech warnings!
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Oct 30, 2025 • 9min

Easy phone tricks to find things fast

From hidden photo searches to one-tap contact saves, these quick hacks will make you look like a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 30, 2025 • 8min

Is the world going mad for ChatGPT?

Over 100 million people use it every day. Now research warns it’s quietly fueling a mental health crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 29, 2025 • 8min

The scariest scam yet: real-time voice cloning

Not long ago, faking someone’s voice took real effort. Time's changed. Hear about a new system that allows anyone to mimic your voice in an instant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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