Kitboga joined The Kim Komando Show to talk all things “scambaiter.” He shared lots, including the longest time he has spent with a scammer. Find out on the full podcast here.
Incognito mode doesn't do what you might think - Here's the truth
I know that I use Incognito mode from time to time. And while I’m not going to ask you what you’ve used it for, I assume you’ve used it, too. It serves a purpose, but here’s what it doesn’t do: Make you invisible. And that’s coming straight from Google.
Incognito mode is part of your Chrome browser — so, yup, it’s a Google product. And a U.S. judge recently allowed a $5 billion class-action lawsuit against Google to go to trial. Because even when you use Incognito mode, Google collects and sells your data and makes a fortune off it. And, according to them, that should be already clear to you.
Was it clear to you?
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Turn your phone into a radio with these helpful apps
How do you listen to “The Kim Komando Show?” There are a few ways to tune into your favorite digital goddess. Tap or click here to find out all the ways you can listen.
Fewer homes have radios these days, but you can still enjoy tunes whenever and wherever you’d like. Thankfully some apps can quickly turn your smartphone into a radio.
Stop using the buttons on your Echo: Instead, say, “Alexa, volume up” to increase the volume slightly or “Volume down” to make it quieter. You can also say, “Alexa, turn the volume to five” for more precise control. Choose a number from one to 10. Another great commando? “Alexa, play The Kim Komando Show.”
Bonus episode: The Kim Komando Show, April 20
One tech CEO thinks AI girlfriends are the next billion-dollar biz. Meanwhile, a tragedy: an 81-year-old man kills an Uber driver he mistook for a scammer. Plus, what your hotel card key reveals about you.
Listener question: ‘Where’s the safest place to store my wife’s naked pictures?’
Fibbing on the internet is as easy as stealing candy from a baby. So, when a Kim Komando Show listener wrote to me and said he was a world-renowned fashion photographer, I raised an eyebrow. Then he asked me for advice on storing nudes safely, and both eyebrows shot up.
Listener question: Is 5G wireless service as secure as wired cable service?
Although 5G is rolling out all over the country, there’s uncertainty about the fifth generation of mobile technology. Some people worry about it causing cancer. Others are concerned about security.
Rick from Seattle, WA, called “The Kim Komando Show” with cybersecurity concerns. He said T-Mobile recently made 5G cellular internet service available in his city. He asked, “Is 5G wireless service as secure as wired cable?” Good question! We’ve got you covered, Rick.
Son's suicide spurs Congressman's campaign against child sextortion | The Kim Komando Show
In July of last year, Rep. Brandon Guffey experienced a heartbreaking tragedy that no parent should have to endure. His 17-year-old son, Gavin Guffey, fell victim to a cruel sextortion scheme and tragically took his own life shortly thereafter. Now, as a South Carolina congressman, Guffey is advocating passionately to prevent such incidents from happening again. He is proposing a bill in the State House that would make sextortion a punishable offense with a maximum penalty of 30 years imprisonment.
Bonus episode: The Kim Komando Show, April 13
A new tech ban is coming, this time it targets Russia. Trade your data for money? I tell you the real cost of cash-incentive offers (it’s not pretty). True crime lovers — here’s a side hustle you won’t want to miss. Plus, a gal wonders if her Roomba records her. Creepy!
Bonus episode: The Kim Komando Show, April 6
Is it the end of the world? Rumors fly online about the solar eclipse — I’ll tell you what’s fact and fiction. Also, the government filmed an Army vet’s front porch for 68 days. Plus, Silicon Valley icon Guy Kawasaki talks about his new book, “Think Remarkable.”
Bonus episode: The Kim Komando Show, March 30
Sarah from Portland, Oregon, has been stalked on and off for years. Now, she has a sinking feeling that her estranged brother, who works in IT, is behind it. Plus, use an older router? Be careful, hackers are getting smarter and you’re at risk.
Bonus episode: The Kim Komando Show, March 23
The U.S. government is suing Apple and Glassdoor’s reviews aren’t anonymous after all. And Jim calls to ask if he can trust a nice woman online who is pushing crypto. Spoiler: No!
Marty Cooper, the inventor of the cellphone, recalls the first historic call
Imagine a world sans cellphones. It’s tough to grasp, right? It’s the 50th year of the cellphone, and we’re honored to have its inventor, Marty Cooper, on The Kim Komando Show. Marty Cooper is a trailblazer whose game-changing invention has transformed our world. He shares insights on the cellphone’s journey and discusses its future prospects.
From Fiverr to Reedsy: How This Freelancer Ghostwrites for $15,000 a Month | The Kim Komando Show
After years in the real estate industry, Andrea Lard sought a change and took the risk of pursuing freelance writing. The results? Astounding. With a monthly income of $15,000 and growing, Andrea’s leap of faith has paid off in spades.
Woman finds love with an AI husband
In this episode of The Kim Komando Show, Kim interviews Rosanna Ramos, a Bronx mother of two who describes the chatbot she built using Replika AI. Ramos explains why her relationship with the chatbot, Eren, is more fulfilling than her past relationships.
Man makes QR code for father's gravesite to share his legacy | The Kim Komando Show
When Michael Bourque’s father John Harold Bourque passed away in 2017, he wanted to honor him in a special way. As a veteran, carpenter, husband, and father, John lived a remarkable life that deserved to be celebrated. Michael came up with a unique way to do just that.
Happy New Year from Kim! How to live your best digital life in 2023
Let me be among the first to wish you a blessed, healthy, and prosperous New Year! We make resolutions this time of year more than any other time.
The average American makes three resolutions, and the theme is pretty much summarized by one word — better. We want to look better. We want to act better. We want to be better. We just want to be better at something.
How to scan a QR code with your iPhone or Android phone (no apps needed)
Your smartphone is full of surprises. There’s an app if you want to use your phone as a magnifying glass or scanner. Tap or click here for hidden apps on your smartphone and how to find them.
Third-party programs take up space on your phone, and many are redundant thanks to your phone’s built-in capabilities. Tap or click here for common apps you can delete right now.
Before you start holiday shopping, do this to hide your gift purchases
The holidays will be here before you know it, and — like it or not — Amazon is an easy way to get something everyone will love.
If you have Amazon Prime, it comes with a lot of great perks beyond fast, free shipping. Tap or click for some of my favorites to get the most out of that $15 per month.
The smart trick to know when your phone’s camera or mic is being used
At dinner, I mentioned that I would like to go hiking in Patagonia. I never searched for these trips or anything like that. Yet, an hour later, I started getting ads about hiking adventures in Patagonia on my phone.