Kitboga, one of the most famous scammer baiters on YouTube, hopped on Kim Komando Today and shared with us some of his favorite memories tricking scammers.
Avoid this phone mistake
I will never forget the day my mother was diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. The doctors gave her just three months to live, so I made it my mission to be her fiercest advocate, fighting alongside her.
Against all odds, she defied the initial prognosis and was blessed with a year of being cancer-free. But then, cruelly and without warning after four long years, the cancer returned with a vengeance, taking my wonderful mother from us on Sept. 19, 2021.
Then, I did something I’d never done before: I was the executor of an estate.
Shutting down a person’s digital life
Your loved one’s cellphone is the key to important information. From stored passwords to two-factor authentication codes, so many services are tied to our phones.
Without access, retrieving this information can become a frustrating task. Having the phone active lets you easily access accounts, manage subscriptions and handle final bills without the added stress of trying to prove your identity to various service providers.
Keep their phone active for at least six months. If cost is an issue, call the carrier and get the cheapest plan possible. It’ll be on Wi‑Fi most of the time anyway.
Save the memories
Take a deep breath and look on the phone for important things:
- Sentimental text conversations: Screenshot and email them to yourself, or, better yet, use one of these options.
- Photos and videos: Sync them to a cloud account of yours or send them to yourself another way.
- Voicemails: Save them so they last forever.
- Check the Notes app: Look for important information, instructions or personal thoughts that should be saved.
Pass on the passcode
Without the passcode, getting into the phone can be nearly impossible. Even a simple four-digit PIN has 10,000 possible combinations, and most smartphones will lock you out after several failed attempts — or even wipe all the data from the phone.
See what the home you grew up in looks like now and other Maps tricks
I grew up in New Jersey, right next to a state park. I still remember riding my bike all day like it was yesterday. Oh, and the time I threw a snowball at a police car and hit the cop inside. That was bad.
I hadn’t looked at the house in years, so seeing it on a map took me back. While at it, take yourself on a walk down memory lane, too.
👅 On the tip of my tongue: AI can help you find a word that’s on the tip of your tongue but you can’t quite remember. Just prompt ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini or your favorite one with, “Help me with a word I can’t think of.” Btw, that phenomenon is called “lethologica.” The more you know!
Father takes on website after son's tragic death
This episode discusses suicide. If you’re struggling, reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. You’re not alone.
Last year, Brett Allred’s world shattered when his 23-year-old son, Riley, took his own life. While searching Riley’s phone for memories, Brett found screenshots of a website with step-by-step instructions on how to die. Now, he’s on a mission to shut it down.
Like the plot for 1990’s Schwarzenegger’s flick, “Total Recall”: A scientist wants to implant prisoners with memories of their crimes from the victims’ perspectives. The Cognify system uses a brain implant and VR-like device to induce emotional trauma and physical pain. Ahem, what if the prisoner is a psycho and would enjoy those memories?
Life after death: AI chatbots bringing lost loved ones back
This weekend on my national radio show, I’m chatting with the co-founder and CEO of a company called StoryFile Life, Stephen Smith. I couldn’t wait to tell you more about what they’re doing — and the other companies doing something similar.
Top US hiking trails for explorers
Picture this: You’re gazing out over a vista that seems to stretch to the ends of the Earth. Your heart races with anticipation as you set foot on a hidden gem of a hiking trail. The scent of pine fills the air as you wind your way through lush forests and ascend to a peak that rewards you with a panoramic view fit for a king.
How to download your entire Facebook
What if you suddenly lost access to your Facebook — years of photos, posts, and memories gone? I’ll tell you how to back up your account so you don’t lose it all if something goes wrong.
Save your home movies from VHS before it’s too late
Your home tapes start fading away after 10 to 30 years. I’ll show you how to save those memories before they’re gone for good.
🎞️ Thanks for the memories: Every year that passes, your physical photos and negatives degrade a little more. Digitize them before it’s too late.
Lost an important text? Here’s how to get it back on your iPhone
Your phone holds your banking credentials, credit card info, and maybe even photos of identifying documents such as your driver’s license and passport. That’s why malware-laced apps can cause so much damage. Tap or click here for 13 dangerous apps disguised as helpful cleaning software you must immediately remove from your phone.
Get your memories off VHS tapes the easy way
Did you know tapes don’t last forever? Preserve them before it’s too late with my tips, in 60 seconds.
Looking for a long-lost relative? Try these steps to find them
As many as 23% of American children live without at least one parent. The good news: in our internet world, finding them is easier than it would have been in the past.
Depending on your circumstances, you might be able to set out on an investigative journey yourself. Where should you begin when searching for estranged or missing family members? Here are the steps to finding long-lost relatives.
Miss classic TV? Relive hits from decades past with this fun site
If you’ve ever struggled to sleep at night, you probably already know that late-night TV is fantastic for one reason: nostalgia. If you are scrolling through channels after hours, you’ll be lucky to find a selection of shows that reminds you of your youth. Tap or click here for tips on buying your next TV.
Don’t lose important messages: How to save your voicemails
Life is short, and there’s more than ever to think about when it comes to the end of life. Tap or click for steps to decide who gets access to your accounts when you’re gone.
If you’ve lost someone, you know how comforting pictures and videos can be. Being able to read old text conversations is special, too. Tap or click for the best way to save your texts.
The greatest gift: Fix your family's tech this holiday season
We’re well into the holiday season and you’re probably planning lots of get-togethers. Want to be the star of the party? Bring along some beautiful memories, but leave the projector behind. Tap or click here to convert old VHS tapes to digital in time for the holidays.
Simple steps to improve your new or old TV’s picture quality
TVs are cheap this time of year, but people are often disappointed after buying a new set. The picture quality doesn’t live up to expectations. Fortunately, a better picture is just a few adjustments away.
Let’s say you snag a great deal on a fancy new TV. All you have to do is plug it in and start watching your favorite TV shows and movies. But as soon as you start, you notice that the colors are off or too bright.
Easy to way get slides and negatives in your photo library
Do you want to revive your old slides or 35mm negatives? Listen to this one-minute podcast to transfer those memories to your phone’s photo library.
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