Kim Komando

Learn about all the latest technology on The Kim Komando Show, the nation’s largest weekend radio talk show. Kim takes calls and dispenses advice on today’s digital lifestyle, from smartphones and tablets to online privacy and data hacks. For her daily tips, free newsletters and more, visit her website at Komando.com.

KIM KOMANDO | May 8, 2022
Save a little time and use your voice to control the TV

Time-saving principles can be applied to your TV. You can speak to search for movies, control the volume, pause, rewind, skip to the next episode, and more.
KIM KOMANDO | May 1, 2022
This is how Facebook knows so much about you and how you can stop it

On Facebook, your activity speaks volumes. The social networking website also knows what you do elsewhere because you might have connected apps sharing your data. You can stop that.
KIM KOMANDO | Apr 24, 2022
5 dangerous cybersecurity mistakes you’re probably making

Don't think you're too smart to fall for the tricks of cybercrooks. Here are five simple, effective ways to secure your smartphone.
KIM KOMANDO | Apr 17, 2022
10 handy gadgets worth buying that you didn’t know you needed

In the consumer tech world, there's always something new to buy. Here are 10 standouts that you'll genuinely use and appreciate.
KIM KOMANDO | Apr 10, 2022
7 time-saving tech gems that make your life easier

Doesn’t saving time feel great? Here are seven nifty ways tech can help you streamline your life.
KIM KOMANDO | Apr 3, 2022
5 ways you’re ruining your expensive phone, laptop, tablet and TV

Our devices are big investments. You need to treat your tech well to get your money's worth. Regular maintenance is one way to stay ahead of the game.
KIM KOMANDO | Mar 27, 2022
You’re using your keyboard wrong — 7 smart keyboard shortcuts to save time

Let’s go beyond the basic computer keyboard shortcuts with some lesser-known timesavers you’ll wish you knew about sooner.
KIM KOMANDO | Mar 20, 2022
Every cellphone user should know these genius commands

Here are five useful tech tricks you can use on your cellphone, including telling your phone to turn on the flashlight.
KIM KOMANDO | Mar 13, 2022
8 YouTube pro tricks for better video searches and more privacy

Little pro tips make life easier and your gadgets more useful. Here are eight pointers that will help you out on YouTube.
KIM KOMANDO | Mar 6, 2022
5 ways other than Zoom meetings to use your webcam

Back in the office? Here are five ways to get your money’s worth out of your webcam other than meetings.
KIM KOMANDO | Feb 27, 2022
10 Russia-Ukraine war scams hitting email, texts and social media

Whenever there's an event of mass impact, hackers, scammers, and thieves take advantage of the situation. Here's a list of scams we can expect to see as the Russia-Ukraine war heats up.
KIM KOMANDO | Feb 21, 2022
Hidden features and tricks to try now on your Windows PC or Mac

It may be time to update your computer. Once your machine is up to date, let’s jump into a few new tricks to try out.
KIM KOMANDO | Feb 20, 2022
Tax-time tips: Easy ways to scan documents without a scanner

Get a head start on this year’s taxes by scanning in everything you need.
KIM KOMANDO | Feb 13, 2022
Here’s how to clean ear buds the right way

Unless you clean your ear buds regularly, crud builds up in a way that would be embarrassing if anyone else saw it. Here’s how to get rid of it.
KIM KOMANDO | Feb 6, 2022
5 useful tech tricks you’ll wish someone had told you sooner

In the world of tech, there is a slew of new features and tricks hiding in your everyday devices.
KIM KOMANDO | Jan 30, 2022
Best ways to save your phone’s photos before it’s too late

It’s best to back up the photos on your phone so they're safe and sound — no matter what happens to your device. The method is up to you. Just don't wait till it's too late.
KIM KOMANDO | Jan 23, 2022
5 genius hacks to do on your tech before it’s February

It’s a new year, and we’re busy setting goals and making resolutions. One of mine is to spend…
KIM KOMANDO | Jan 17, 2022
Here are 10 ways to lock down those new gadgets

Ah, a shiny new tech toy. In the eyes of a hacker, that’s a great way into your home’s network. Most people don’t realize how important it is to properly secure your internet connection and router from snoops, hackers, and moochers.
KIM KOMANDO | Jan 16, 2022
How to find your phone when it’s lost and even if battery is dead

When it comes to finding your phone, there are better ways than shouting for someone else in the house to call you.
KIM KOMANDO | Jan 9, 2022
Simple ways to stop advertisers from following you online

We all know that prickling feeling when we see an ad online or on our phone for something we just talked about with a friend. Your internet behavior dictates the ads you see.
KIM KOMANDO | Jan 4, 2022
How to know if someone actually read your text

When it comes to texts, it’s nice to know if your message went through and the person read it. Here are ways you can know for sure.
KIM KOMANDO | Jan 2, 2022
Here’s what you can do when your computer freezes

If you only restart your computer when it crashes or needs to update, that’s not enough to get the best performance.
KIM KOMANDO | Dec 31, 2021
10 Google search tricks to help you find what you’re looking for

How often do you turn to Google? Every day? Multiple times a day? When it comes to finding what you want, some tricks make the job easy. Here are 10 tips to try.
KIM KOMANDO | Dec 29, 2021
Stop sharing your real phone numbers with everyone

No matter how long you’ve had your phone number, it’s never too late to start being more discreet with it. Here are a few ways to do just that.