Did you know most electronics continue to consume energy when they’re “off”? This can run up your power bill way more than you'd think. In this Komando DIY, we’ll show you five things in your home you need to make a habit of unplugging.

Performing surgery is one of the most complicated tasks humans do. Maneuvering and repairing things in the human body require tools that sometimes are not the easiest to create. But as with many other technologies, we use nature to inspire us.

Don't look now, but you won't believe how your smart TV is not just gobbling up your viewing data, but it may also be gathering information about your home. Can you minimize your smart TV's snooping activities? Our advice: Turn off its tracking features. I'll tell you how.

It's estimated that one in five U.S. homes has at least one smart speaker. From playing our music to giving us our daily forecast to controlling the lights, they've become an integral part of life. The question is, what's the real cost of using a virtual assistant? You already know how much they listen, but they know a lot more than you may even realize.

Our pets are incredibly important parts of our lives. They really are just like family, so when one couple lost their dog, Katie, they combined their social media know-how and law enforcement backgrounds to track her down and bring her home.

Smartphones are filled with amazing features and use innovative technology to keep them working properly. But some of the technology that took decades to develop may be overshadowed by a tiny bacterium in the future. Scientists have discovered bacteria that produce their own electrical wires. You have to see it to believe it.

Are you tired of weeding through the videos that seem interesting but end up being a disappointment? Stop wasting hours of your life searching YouTube feeds and follow my channel instead! I'll show the videos you actually want to watch and keep you up to date with the latest technology and news — and, of course, incredibly cute videos!

Are you sick of spending hundreds or thousands of dollars each month on channels you never watch? Ready to save money and still watch your can’t-miss shows, sports, news and movies? It’s time to cut the cord or ditch the satellite dish. You’re probably not sure where to start, and that’s where I come in. In “How to Get Free HDTV and Cut the Cable,” I’ll walk you through how to say goodbye to your expensive cable subscription and still watch the shows you love. I’ll teach you about the different service options and help you find the hardware you need.

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