Consumer Tech Update

Want a job straight out of college that pays six or even seven figures? The fastest track to a high-paying tech career isn't in liberal arts. It's in artificial intelligence. Here's why AI degrees are landing grads top-tier salaries and skyrocketing careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your phone holds your life, from photos to banking apps. If you trust someone, give them access for emergencies or quick help. Here are three easy ways to do it safely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back to school means more than just books and homework. Parents, check your kids' devices now for school-installed spyware that uses AI to monitor texts, searches, and online activity, even at home, and may be watching your entire family. Here's what you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the newest artificial intelligence slang and buzzwords including AI-washing, clanker, and slop. Stay updated on AI marketing myths, chatbot frustrations, and low-quality AI content trending online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SpaceX is increasing Starlink satellite launches from Florida and California to build out a 30,000-satellite internet network. Here's why you'll be seeing more Falcon 9 rockets lighting up the sky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heading to Tokyo? Order sushi in Japanese, no classes required. With Apple's new iOS 26 update (coming with iPhone 17), AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 can instantly translate conversations in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doctors may soon be asking you not just if you smoke or drink, but if you use AI … and how often. Real cases are emerging of people convinced their chatbot has feelings, emotions, even love for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Easy, fast, and clutter-clearing. That shelf full of old tech? It's basically a gift card waiting to happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember lugging around a 35-inch glass TV? Then came LED, OLED, and 4K. So what's next? Micro-LED. These screens are so sharp they actually outperform the human eye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All those constant dings, beeps, and buzzes? They're killing your concentration. I found a fix that works on both iPhone and Android. It's not an app, it's already built into your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Google just unveiled its most expensive smartphone ever: the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Closed, you get a 6.4-inch outer screen. Open it up, and bam: a massive 8-inch display. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Still swiping your credit card? You're putting your number on display. Contactless payments like Apple or Google Pay are faster, safer, and way smarter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one has A-listers, athletes, and millions waiting to join. If you're single, this is the one you want. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Old family letters don't have to stay stuck in the past. With just your phone, you can turn cursive handwriting into digital text you can save, edit, and share in seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cord-cutting revolution gave us freedom from bloated cable bundles. Now streaming companies are quietly putting the pieces back together. Are we heading right back to where we started? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think your Bluetooth earbuds or car connection are safe? Think again. Leaving Bluetooth on all the time can let hackers sneak in and listen to your calls or take control. Here's what you need to know to stay protected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

California is actually sending real text messages to collect unpaid tolls, even after federal warnings about scam texts and millions lost to fraud. One woman ignored the message, thinking it was fake. Big mistake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get this, the average new car has anywhere between 1,400 and 1,500 computer chips. They power everything from heated seats to emergency crash alerts. When the car's network or support software for these features ends, so do those fancy features. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think fewer people are watching porn online? You're right, and the reason might surprise you. New data shows that age verification laws cause adult site traffic to plummet.  It's not just teens being locked out. Many adults are also staying away, unwilling to leave a digital trail. Have you subscribed to The Kim Komando YouTube channel yet? Why not? Tap here to start watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your phone's Mobile Advertising ID tracks your activity, location, and purchases, then sells the data. Here's how to turn off personalized ads on iPhone and Android to protect your privacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For 133 years, Kodak was the biggest name in photography. So why is it facing bankruptcy talks and a fight to stay alive? The answer in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cold wash or dry clean only? Your iPhone can decode every tag so you never ruin another pair of pants. Here's how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like to drive fast? New noise cameras are listening for loud engines and automatically issuing tickets.  Know how they work to avoid those hefty fines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wonder what's going on mid-flight? Now you can hear it all! Here's how to listen to cockpit chatter like a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A tiny California company took on Apple in a battle over stolen tech. There were secret meetings, key hires, and a surprise twist. Now, after years in court, justice is finally served. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want the dirt on your neighbor's house? See what they paid, what they owe, and more. Here's where to look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming to a street near you? The U.S. is eyeing Britain's surveillance playbook. Facial recognition systems scan every face in public and cross-check it against databases to spot fugitives in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They showed up at his door and then cleaned out his account! Don't fall for this banking scam, here's how to stay safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spotify's top artist is 100% AI, from the songs to the photos. Here's what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two creepy new Instagram features could expose your likes and location. If you value your privacy, turn them off now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gen Z is getting a rude awakening! AI's taking jobs, remote work's over, and cheating through interviews won't cut it. Here's how to stay ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flight delays, bad Wi-Fi and language barriers. Traveling is tough! Here are three smart tech hacks to make it way easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's faster, smarter, and more honest. Here's why you should be using it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A mystery box shows up at your door with a free gift. Seems harmless, right? Think again. Here's how to stay safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No job security, no remote work, and no more pretending you're “family.”  AT&T tried and it didn't work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don't need a lab coat to help. Just snap a pic with your phone and power research around the world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meta is offering billion-dollar packages to lure engineers from rivals. Not everyone is following the money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turn a sweet voice memo or favorite song snippet into a custom ringtone, no tech skills required. Here's a simple guide to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI's massive energy appetite is fueling a U.S. nuclear power revival. The renaissance has begun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It isn't just smarter, it's a game-changer. If you're not learning it now, you're already behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

United Airlines grounded its entire fleet for a day, calling it a “technology disruption.” The rumors of a cyberattack spread fast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to globe-trot like a baller but on a budget? Try home swapping: the Airbnb alternative that doesn't cost a mortgage payment per night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sealed court docs reveal assault is reported in Uber rides every eight minutes. Here's the scoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From fake job offers to AI crypto cons, the schemes are sneakier than ever. Here's how to spot them before they drain your wallet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Using AI for every memo, report, or task? Your boss can tell. That's how you get fired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

About to sign an important contract? Use AI to break it down in plain English before you commit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple's AI flops while folding phone rumors fly. Will this new phone distract from Siri's shortcomings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your smart TV isn't just watching shows, it's watching you. Here's how to stop it from tracking everything you do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1993, leaders resisted calls to control the internet and it changed the world. Now, the U.S. is taking the same approach with AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why tap and swipe all morning? One Alexa command can launch your lights, news, coffee and your day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla's new futuristic diner promises food and fast charging. For nearby residents, it's a neon nightmare that never sleeps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices