This smoke alarm won't alert you of a fire — Tips for nailing a remote interview
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May 9, 2021

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Warning: Flaw in 40% of smartphones could expose call history, texts and more

4 things you need to know today

1. Warning: Flaw in 40% of smartphones could expose call history, texts and more

Phone conversations, for the most part, are private affairs. If we wanted others to hear what we have to say, we'd post it on social media. But a newly discovered flaw in millions of smartphones is changing that, giving hackers the ability to spy on you. We've got details on this nasty privacy breach.

Tap or click here to see if your privacy has been breached. →

2. Open database exposes massive Amazon review scam

Online shopping is more popular than ever, and reviews are one tool that helps us make solid purchases. But can you always trust these glowing words of praise? Review scams are nothing new, and unfortunately, they are not slowing down. We have details on a new scam and tips on spotting fake reviews.

Tap or click for help spotting fake reviews. →

3. Recall alert: This popular smoke alarm won’t warn you about a fire

Recalls are issued for everything from a small defect to a dangerous one. Manufacturers can call back their products voluntarily or by government mandate. A recent recall affecting 250,000 smoke and carbon monoxide detectors was issued. We'll give you the details, model numbers and information on what you can do if you have one of these defective devices.

Tap or click here to ensure your family is protected. →

4. How to rock a remote interview: Tips for shining over the phone or on video

Remote employees are becoming more common thanks to the pandemic. If you are looking for a new job and your interview is scheduled over a video platform like Zoom, don't panic. We have you covered. Use these tips to rock your video or phone interview.

Tap or click here to prepare for a video interview. →

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Facebook's fake oversight: an insult to us all

Facebook's Oversight Board exists to keep the social media giant in check. Each member gets a hefty six-figure salary ... but the money flows from a fund set up by Zuckerberg and Facebook. Can we even trust its decisions?

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In case you missed it ...

  1. Selling your phone? Tap or click for five essential steps to take first.
  2. Google Messages is getting a big makeover – on some phones. Tap or click to see if you'll get the upgrade.
  3. Etsy cracking down on fake products. Tap or click to see what to stay away from.
  4. Bad news: Pelotons are exposing user data, even if you have a private account. Tap or click to see what you can do to check your info.
  5. Verizon just sold Yahoo and AOL. Tap or click to find out what this may mean for your privacy.
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The Kim Komando Show Rewind: Oct. 24, 2020 (Hour 1 of Kim’s show)

The Kim Komando Show Rewind: Oct. 24, 2020 (Hour 1 of Kim’s show)

The U.S. Department of Justice just hit Google with an antitrust lawsuit — the biggest since going after Microsoft more than 20 years ago. Plus, deepfake nude photos have been created of more than 100,000 women on this popular messaging app. And, Facebook plans to forecast the COVID-19 spread using artificial intelligence. Tap or click to watch a full hour of Kim.

 

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AND FINALLY ...

Got an extra car lying around? It's the best time ever to sell a used car. You’re sure to get a big bang for your buck.

That's because the used car market is red hot right now. 🔥 COVID-19 triggered a near shutdown of the rental car business. Since fewer used rental cars will hit the market, that means the old economic adage is true: as supply falls, prices soar. 

In fact, the shortage of used cars means asking prices are "soaring to historic levels," the LA Times reports. So hit the gas pedal and get selling — you could make a ton of cash! 

 

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