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Sound like a tech pro, even if you’re not! Award-winning popular host Kim Komando is your secret weapon. Kim is in a class all her own. Her widely successful radio show is heard on over 500 stations in the United States and internationally in 175 different countries. Kim has millions of fans who love her down-to-earth, deeply relatable, and easy-to-understand way of talking about consumer tech. Every episode is loaded with the scoop about the latest gadgets, online security, social media trends, and

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34:57

The generation of new car deniers

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/20

The average age of cars in the U.S. is now over twelve and a half years, the oldest ever. I'll explain why people aren't buying new ones. Plus, police using AI for surveillance, a warning about AirTag stalking, and how to use your Amazon Echo as an intercom.

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45:41

Insurers use drones to watch your home

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/19

Invasion of privacy? CJ Sveen says his home insurance was dropped after aerial pics were used to spy on his property. Plus, Russian troops smuggle Starlink, Android's new "Find My Device" feature, and the crazy lengths one hacker went to avoid paying $100,000 in child support.

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38:48

Get Temu off your phone now

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/17

TikTok isn't the only Chinese app to worry about. A shopping app, downloaded by millions of Americans, uses sneaky tactics to monitor users. We spoke with Titan Crawford, founder of the Facebook group PDX Stolen Cars, which has helped recover over 3,000 stolen cars in Portland.

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32:18

Wells Fargo fires employees for faking work

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/14

Over a dozen workers were caught faking keyboard activity and using mouse jigglers to look busy. Plus, CVS recalls 133 medications, the controversial Windows Recall faces a delay, and a must-know site for those wary of flying Boeing planes.

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36:01

$2M a year to live forever

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/13

Don't die. That’s 46-year-old Bryan Johnson’s main goal in life. Bryan made $400 million when he sold his credit card processing company to eBay. Today, he lives in Los Angeles as a self-proclaimed "rejuvenation athlete" and spends his time and money trying to turn back the clock.

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57:41

X makes your 'likes' private

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/12

This follows a policy change to allow NSFW content. We talk with Rob Walch from Libsyn about the current state of podcasting and get his top tips for starting your own podcast. Plus, SoftBank uses AI to make angry customers sound calm, and no one likes to be called a 'bot.'

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42:00

WWDC 2024 recap: AI, iOS 18, and VisionOS 2

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/10

Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference is here. We have the latest updates on iPhone, Mac, and more. Plus, Richard Godfrey says he knows where the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 is, thanks to HAM radio operators.

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36:38

Apple’s next big idea: Robot butlers

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/07

Picture an AI smarty-pants to wash the dishes, clean the house and video chat with you when you’re not home. Plus, fakes on Facebook, no more sharing Disney+ passwords, and Amazon's Just Walk Out technology.

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35:30

Your digital twin could save your life

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/06

You have a digital twin you haven't met yet — a virtual replica of yourself that can predict health issues and offer personalized advice. Here's the scoop. Plus, be aware of piano scams, kids and social media addiction, and the risk of falling for phone scams.

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45:53

Amazon tribe gets internet access — now it has a p*rn...

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/05

Nine months ago, the Marubo, a remote tribe in the Amazon, got Starlink internet access. It’s been a mixed bag: it's helped in some ways, but it's also caused some chaos. Plus, Tokyo's plan to increase birthrates through an app and the rise of remote job scams.

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34:01

MrBeast broke the YouTube record

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/06/03

His channel has more than 270 million subscribers, making him the most subscribed YouTuber in the world. What's the key to his meteoric rise? Plus, X allows porn, don't try this castor oil TikTok trend, and watch out for the latest scammer tricks.

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38:05

Cheap clothes online could make you sick

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/31

Major fashion retailer Shein was caught selling millions of clothes containing toxic chemicals, some of which are linked to cancer. Plus, an Amazon driver ignores a house fire, Samsung washing machine drama, and police drones are here.

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34:43

Ransomware puts hospitals in danger

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/30

The hack on Ascension threw its 140 hospitals and 40 senior facilities into full-blown chaos. Plus, Google's untrustworthy AI, tech phrases you'll never use again, and lost sleep from binge-watching.

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42:44

Ticketmaster hack exposes data of 560M customers

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/29

Got concert tickets? Your personal info might be on the market. Plus, why Gen Z is ditching driving, the latest malicious apps on Google Play, and how an international burglary ring is using Wi-Fi jammers.

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42:25

Scammers use your videos for deepfakes

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/27

Plus, an interview with a a guy who lost big money to fake investments — and he's smart, folks! It could happen to anyone.

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39:24

Google's AI answers are a joke

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/24

The only way to truly delete iPhone pics, deepfake law written with help from ChatGPT, and a warning if your Samsung phone breaks.

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35:15

Get copies of all your medical records

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/23

A major cyber attack on a top U.S. hospital chain wasn't just another hack — it was a wake-up call. Apple has just unveiled its latest line of iPads, packed with new features that are sure to impress. Plus, OpenAI's new model and the best alternative to going to see a movie.

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40:46

What really happens when you hit ‘I'm not a robot’

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/22

You're not just proving you're human — you're revealing your browser's dirty secrets. We also talk to Jeff Johnson from The Trek Planner about using Google Earth to find ancient ruins. Plus, Gen Z brings parents to job interviews and human skills bots can't replicate.

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46:08

Ex-con man Frank Abagnale on AI

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/20

He's one of the most famous imposters ever. Now, he says, artificial intelligence is going to bring on a whole new wave of scams. Plus, a dangerous selfie fail, social media sperm donors, and robberies on Facebook Marketplace.

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36:08

Google Search is changing

The Current powered by Kim Komando ·

2024/05/17

Web traffic is dying, and now Google is putting AI answers at the top of its search results. What does this mean for your favorite websites? Plus, Uber's new shuttle service, Tesla drivers ditch self-driving mode, and Jeff Bezos' email etiquette.

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