17 new malicious apps have been discovered — but unlike previous incidents, this one's affecting iPhone users. The apps spam users' phones with malicious advertisements that help the developers earn thousands of dollars in fraudulent revenue. Whats worse, thousands of users might have them on their phones right now and not even know it! We'll tell you which apps you need to delete as soon as possible.

Keeping your devices updated is standard practice as a way to keep them protected from cybercriminals. Unfortunately, not all updates are as helpful as they should be. A recent firmware update has led to rendering certain smart speakers unusable. And get this — in many cases, there is no fix. We'll tell you what's going on and how to handle it.

It's not an exaggeration to say Microsoft has a bit of an update problem. The past several releases have been chock full of bugs and glitches that broke essential features in Windows 10. And now, the latest from Microsoft features an even worse one: the Blue Screen of Death. If you managed to download the latest update, here's what you can do to prevent your system from crashing.

These are not neighbors you want to meet. The text scam "Live on Your Street" tries to lure people into group chats with strangers. Orchestrating it all is a person pretending to be a neighbor. The goal is to get you to click links that take you to compromised sites that can steal your information. Don't fall for this trick. We'll tell you how to avoid these scams.

Think about the tech you use on a daily basis, like your smartphone. You know it inside and out. The same goes for your favorite streaming service, your computer and your smart speaker of choice. But did you know you can erase what you’ve said to Alexa or get the right tech that will call 911 if you fall? From easily expanding your Wi-Fi coverage to setting up a smart home routine, Kim has 10 digital life hacks you’ll wish you knew sooner.

The holidays are fast approaching. Get in the spirit with the Hallmark Channel's Christmas movie checklist! Kim talks with a man whose sight was restored thanks to a groundbreaking brain implant. Plus, new cars come packed with high-tech features, but what if you drive an older model? No problem. Check out these 6 gadgets to modernize your ride.

Looking for love? Scared to jump into the world of online dating? Let me help. In my new eBook, "7 Steps to Online Dating Success," I'll walk you through everything you need to know to get the most out of online dating apps and services — and potentially meet that special someone, safely!

I 'll show you which platform is best for you, plus teach you how to set up a secure profile that won't compromise your security or give away too much of your personal information. Don't take on the dating world alone — take my trusted advice.

Your Amazon smart speaker just learned something new. You can now listen to The Kim Komando Show right on your Alexa speaker. Just say, "Alexa, play The Kim Komando Show" to subscribe and start listening!

Navigating the digital world can be intimidating and sometimes downright daunting. But I'm here to help! Do you want to cut the cable? Maybe you’d like advice on starting your own online business. Or perhaps someone in your family is misusing tech and you need some help.

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